4-Day Essence of Zhangjiajie Tour
4-Day Essence of Zhangjiajie Tour
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Zhangjiajie
Experience the Best of Zhangjiajie with HelloChinaTrip
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of Zhangjiajie, a destination like no other. Explore its surreal peaks, pristine waters, and verdant forests that captivate the soul. Walk across the world’s longest glass-bottom bridge and marvel at the incredible views, including the iconic Hallelujah Mountain, which inspired Avatar.
Our expertly crafted tour showcases the most spectacular sights of Zhangjiajie, designed to help you make the most of your visit. Let HelloChinaTrip tailor your dream itinerary, ensuring every moment is perfectly aligned with your preferences.
Itinerary Quick Look：
We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests.
Upon arrival your local tour guide will meet you at the arrival hall of the airport or the train station with a name plate. After meeting your tour guide, he/she will take you by private van and driver to your hotel. Have a good rest and be ready for the next day’s adventure!
To avoid waiting in long queues, our tour guide will suggest the best time to start the day, and might suggest you get up early or alter your attraction schedule. Please kindly understand and cooperate.
Your private guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel and take you to Wulingyuan Scenic Area, where Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is located, to visit its two most classic and popular attractions.
Take a cable car up to Tianzi Mountain, and you will see large areas of grotesque peaks thrusting up. Walking along the steps spectacular views unfold in front of you from different angles.
In the afternoon, ride a public shuttle bus to Yuanjiajie Scenic Area, whose mountains are said to be the inspiration for Avatar’s Hallelujah Mountain. This area is the most visited area due to its fame.
There is another option for getting down the mountain – Bailong Elevator. This glass elevator was built on the side of a cliff, and it claims to be the world’s highest of its kind. It takes only 2 minutes to ascend to its peak.
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon is a natural wonderland. It incorporates mountains, streams, caves, cliffs and forests. The world’s longest and highest glass-bottomed bridge is located in this area. Walking along this glass bridge 300 meters above ground-level will be one of the coolest experiences of your tour!
Then drive to Baofeng Lake that is in a basin in the middle of this mountainous area. You need to walk about 20 minutes to reach the lake; then you’ll enjoy a 30-minute ride in a wooden boat. It is a leisurely experience as you cruise on the clear water, view hills of various shapes, and enjoy the entertainment of local minority people singing their traditional songs.
Your heart will beat fast at Tianmen Mountain on the world’s longest cable car, the suspended glass walkway almost a mile (1,430 meters) above the ground, and the ’99 Bends’ mountain road.
Tianmen Mountain is regarded as the ‘soul’ of Zhangjiajie, its highest mountain. The views include graceful ancient trees, karst hillocks and long roads that are carved from the sides of the cliff. The cable car takes 30 minutes from the city center to the mountain top and is the longest cable in the world.
Tianmen Cave (literally ‘Heaven’s Gate Hole’) is a 30-meter-high hole formed naturally in the mountain like a doorway, well-known for being glided through by a world-class stuntman in a wing suit. To reach the hole, you can climb for about half an hour up the ‘Stairway to Heaven’.
After the trip we will send you to the airport and wave goodbye.
Tour 'Wow' Points
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Located within the Wulingyuan Scenic Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is famous for its dramatic sandstone peaks and lush greenery. Two must-visit attractions in the park are Yuanjiajie Scenic Area and Tianzi Mountain. Yuanjiajie’s iconic peaks inspired the floating Hallelujah Mountains in Avatar. At Tianzi Mountain, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of the surreal landscape, accessible via a scenic cable car ride.
Bailong Elevator
This impressive glass elevator, built into the side of a cliff, is a marvel of modern engineering. Recognized as the world’s highest outdoor lift, it offers breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks during the quick 2-minute ride to the top.
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon
This natural paradise features a stunning blend of mountains, streams, caves, and cliffs. The highlight is the glass-bottomed bridge, the longest and highest of its kind in the world. Suspended 300 meters above the canyon floor, walking across it is an exhilarating experience and a must for thrill-seekers.
Baofeng Lake
Nestled in a mountain basin, Baofeng Lake offers a serene escape into nature. Visitors can enjoy a tranquil 30-minute boat ride on its crystal-clear waters, surrounded by lush green hills. The experience is enhanced by the traditional songs performed by local ethnic minority groups, adding a cultural touch to the breathtaking scenery.
Tianmen Mountain
Known as the “soul of Zhangjiajie,” Tianmen Mountain is the region’s highest peak. The thrilling 30-minute cable car ride, the longest in the world, offers spectacular views of the surrounding karst landscape. At the summit, dare to walk the glass skywalk, suspended 1,430 meters above the ground. The mountain is also home to the famous Tianmen Cave, a massive natural arch known as “Heaven’s Gate.” Visitors can climb the iconic ‘Stairway to Heaven’, with 999 steps leading to the majestic opening.
FAQs About This Tour
How to connect Whatsapp, Google, Facebook and other social medias when you’re traveling in China?
Due to state control of internet security in China, many popular websites and APPs are blocked, such as Google, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, WhatsApp etc. It is very possible that you may not be able to receive your emails and other important information. For this reason, we highly recommend you to sign up for a VPN service(for example, ExpressVPN) before your trip, to make sure you can connect to the global internet.
Good to know: Wechat is widely use in China, we suggest you to use Wechat for further communication if possible.
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