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A landscape of towering limestone karst formations surrounded by dense forest and mist. 1
A mountainous landscape with a winding road and a prominent rock formation. 2
A group of people standing on a viewing platform with a mountainous landscape in the background. 3
A monkey sitting on a wooden railing with a piece of fruit in its hand. 4
A glass-bottomed bridge with people walking and lying on it. 5
By Vista Trail
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Price is $646 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 3d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Journey into the heart of China’s most surreal landscape on this immersive 3-day tour of Zhangjiajie. Witness the towering quartz-sandstone pillars that inspired the floating mountains in Avatar, test your courage on the world’s highest glass bridge, and ascend the sacred Tianmen Mountain. This carefully curated itinerary blends natural wonders with cultural highlights, ensuring you experience the magic of Zhangjiajie without the stress of planning.

Activity location

  • Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park
    • Tianmen Mountain Ticket Station, Yongding District
    • 427000, Zhangjiajie, Hunan, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park
    • Tianmen Mountain Ticket Station, Yongding District
    • 427000, Zhangjiajie, Hunan, China

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Private 2-Day Zhangjiajie Tour

  • Earn $19.38
  • Activity duration is 3 days3d
    3d
  • English

Route: Day 1: Mt. Tianmen.
Day 2: Forest Park, Bailong Elevator, Yuanjiajie, Mt. Tianzi.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:30AM
Price details
$646.00 x 1 Adult$646.00
Total
Price is $646.00

Private 3-Day Zhangjiajie Tour

  • Earn $22.80
  • Activity duration is 3 days3d
    3d
  • English

Route: Day 1: Mt. Tianmen.
Day 2: Forest Park, Bailong Elevator, Yuanjiajie, Mt. Tianzi.
Day 3: Glass Bridge and Grand Canyon.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:30AM
Price details
$760.00 x 1 Adult$760.00
Total
Price is $760.00

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Entry/Admission - Tianzi Mountain
  • Inclusions
    Entry/Admission - BaiLong Elevator
  • Inclusions
    Entry/Admission - Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
  • Inclusions
    Entry/Admission - Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park
  • Inclusions
    Professional English speaking guide & Air-conditioned van with driver
  • Inclusions
    Entry/Admission - Yuanjiajie
  • Inclusions
    Pick-up & drop-off from hotels in Zhangjiajie City
  • Inclusions
    Entry/Admission - Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge
  • Exclusions
    Hotel, Meals
  • Exclusions
    Tip to Guide & Driver

Know before you book

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Tianmen Moutain National Forest Park

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park

  • 6h
  • Admission ticket included
Tianmen Mountain, perched on Zhangjiajie's surreal landscape, lives up to its name—"Gateway to Heaven." The journey begins with the world's longest cable car ride, a 30-minute ascent over city streets into misty peaks. The crown jewel is Tianmen Cave, a natural arch carved through the cliff, reachable by conquering the legendary 99 Bends or climbing 999 sacred steps into the clouds. For thrill-seekers, the Glass Walkway clings to the sheer cliff, offering dizzying views straight down into the abyss. Shrouded in mist and folklore, this sacred mountain has inspired poets for centuries, its ethereal beauty feeling otherworldly. Whether you seek adventure, photography, or spiritual awe, Tianmen Mountain is not just a sight—it's a transcendent experience that calls you to touch the sky and find your gateway.

Day 2: The Avatar Mountains (National Forest Park)

  • 4 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

  • 8h
  • Admission ticket included
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, China's first national forest park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is renowned for its breathtaking quartz-sandstone peak forest. Please note that several iconic attractions are located within this vast park. These include Tianzi Mountain with its spectacular peaks and sea of clouds, Yuanjiajie (the filming location of Avatar), and the Bailong Elevator, the world's highest outdoor elevator that provides convenient access to these stunning natural wonders.

Tianzi Mountain

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Tianzi Mountain, located in Zhangjiajie, is famous for its spectacular quartz-sandstone peak forest. Named after a Tujia ethnic leader who called himself "Son of Heaven," it is often praised as an "expanded bonsai." Visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of towering pillars, a sea of clouds, and iconic spots like the Yubi Peak.

Yuanjiajie

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Yuanjiajie is a breathtaking scenic area within Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, renowned as the real-world inspiration for the floating Hallelujah Mountains in the movie Avatar. Sitting at an average altitude of 1,074 meters, this massive platform mountain offers spectacular views of towering quartz-sandstone pillars. Visitors can explore iconic landmarks such as the First Bridge Under Heaven, the highest natural stone bridge in the world, and the Enchanted Terrace. The area is also home to the Bailong Elevator, an engineering marvel that provides thrilling access to these stunning natural wonders.

BaiLong Elevator

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
The Bailong Elevator in Zhangjiajie is the world's highest outdoor elevator, recognized by Guinness World Records. Rising 326 meters, this glass elevator takes under two minutes to ascend the cliffs, offering breathtaking views of the quartz-sandstone pillars. It provides convenient access to the Yuanjiajie scenic area, perfectly combining natural beauty with modern engineering.

Day 3: Thrills at the Grand Canyon Glass Bridge

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

The Grand Canyon of Zhangjiajie

  • 6h
  • Admission ticket included
Morning: Drive to the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon. Walk across the magnificent Glass Bridge, suspended 300 meters above the canyon floor. It offers unparalleled views and an adrenaline rush! Afternoon: Descend into the canyon to enjoy the lush vegetation, crystal-clear streams, and waterfalls. You can also try the high-altitude zipline for an extra thrill.

Location

Activity location

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    Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park
    • Tianmen Mountain Ticket Station, Yongding District
    • 427000, Zhangjiajie, Hunan, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park
    • Tianmen Mountain Ticket Station, Yongding District
    • 427000, Zhangjiajie, Hunan, China

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