Zhangjiajie Arrival

Zhangjiajie - Welcome to Zhangjiajie! Upon arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by our tour guide at the airport or train station, holding a sign with your name. A comfortable, non-smoking vehicle with an experienced driver will take you directly to your hotel in downtown Zhangjiajie. Your guide will assist with the check-in process.

National Park: Ten Miles Gallery - Mount Tianzi - Generals Platform - Shentang Bay Platform - Sky Rice Field - Tianzi Cable Car (B, L)

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park - After breakfast, enter the National Park and begin your hike from Ten Miles Gallery, ascending 6,000 steps to Tianzi Mountain. Along the way, you’ll witness the mountains from the base, middle, and summit. Upon reaching the top, enjoy a breathtaking view of the peaks rising in succession. The summit offers a comprehensive view of the entire scenic area, which is both magnificent and awe-inspiring.

There is a McDonald’s at the top where you can grab a meal or a coffee before continuing to the Generals Platform, offering a panoramic view of Tianzi Mountain from a different perspective. Next, visit Shentang Bay for a close-up view of the peaks. Continue to the Sky Rice Field for another stunning mountain vista.

Finally, take the Tianzi Mountain cable car down and return to your hotel.

Optional evening activity: Zhangjiajie Charming Western Hunan Grand Show (1.5 Hours)

Bailong Elevator - Yangjiajie Area - Yuanjiajie Area - Golden Whip Brook Hiking (B, L)

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park - In the morning, re-enter the National Park and take the grand Bailong Elevator to the Yuanjiajie Area. Then, take a bus to the Yangjiajie Area for a 2-hour hike, where you’ll climb using hands and feet and pass through a narrow gap between massive rocks to reach Wulong Village, once home to bandits. Tianbo Mansion, a large platform, offers the best view of the peak wall. The top is flat, measuring 5 meters long and 4 meters wide, and is enclosed with iron railings.

In the afternoon, explore the Yuanjiajie Area, featuring the No.1 Natural Bridge in the World, Floating Mountains from the movie Avatar, and Backyard Garden. Descend the mountain with a 1.5-hour hike to Golden Whip Brook, renowned for its pristine water, lush mountains, steep cliffs, and tranquil valley.

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park - Yellow Stone Village & Baofeng Temple Hiking (B, L)

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park - Today, embark on a 2-hour hike to the top of Huangshi Village (Yellow Stone Village), 1,080 meters above sea level. It is the largest platform for viewing the park’s spectacular scenery. As the saying goes, “He who does not reach Huangshi Village does not pay a true visit to Zhangjiajie.”

In the afternoon, continue exploring Baofeng Mountain and Baofeng Temple. Located at the top of Baofeng Mountain at an altitude of 1,260 meters, Baofeng Temple was founded during the Tang and Song Dynasties. During the reigns of the Kangxi and Qianlong emperors of the Qing Dynasty, it was a thriving pilgrimage site for visitors from Hunan, Hubei, Sichuan, and Guizhou provinces. Although not open to tourists, it remains a popular local site. Hike to the top for a spectacular panoramic view of the mountains and villages.

Tianmen Mountain National Park & Zhangjiajie Departure (B, L)

Tianmen Mountain - After breakfast, your guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel.

Today, visit Tianmen Mountain, known as the “Soul of culture and spirit of Zhangjiajie.” Standing 1,500 meters above sea level, it features a miraculous and unique geographic landform, unparalleled natural landscape, and profound cultural significance. Experience Asia’s longest cableway, spanning 7,200 meters, and capture photos of Avenue toward Heaven with its 99 turns from the cable car. At the top of Tianmen Mountain, enjoy the Cliff-Hanging Walkway and take photos away from the crowds; hold your breath and experience the thrilling Glass Sky Walk. Then, visit the natural mountain-penetrating Karst cave, Tianmen Cave.

After the tour, your guide and driver will escort you to the airport or railway station. Service concludes!

• Accident insurance
• Professional English-speaking guide
• Accommodation as listed in the itinerary
• Tea break at Tea Factory (Wulingyuan) for tour product buyers
• Lunch
• Airport or train station pick up and drop off
• Necessary vehicle transfers as listed in the itinerary
• Admission tickets for all attractions listed in the itinerary

• Personal expenses
• Accommodation not listed in the itinerary
• Tourist sites which are not listed in the itinerary
• Recommended optional activities
• Optional tips to guides, drivers

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.