Tianmen Mountain
The "Heaven's Door" mountain features a 999-step staircase, the world's longest cable car, and a natural stone arch drilled through the peak at 1,518 meters.
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
The Real-Life Avatar Mountains — A UNESCO World Heritage Wonder
Recommended: 3-5 DaysWhy Zhangjiajie?
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is unlike anywhere else on Earth. Over 3,000 sandstone pillars rise from the mist, some reaching over 1,000 meters — these are the real mountains that inspired the floating Hallelujah Mountains in James Cameron's Avatar.
Located in northwestern Hunan Province, this UNESCO World Heritage site spans 4,810 hectares of pristine subtropical forest, rare wildlife, and geological formations that took over 380 million years to sculpt.
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Top Attractions
Avatar Hallelujah Mountain
The actual peak that inspired Avatar's floating mountains. A 1,080-meter quartz-sandstone pillar that seems to defy gravity amid the sea of clouds.
Yellow Dragon Cave
One of China's largest karst caves. Spanning 15 kilometers of chambers, underground rivers, and stalactite formations lit in ethereal colors.
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge
The world's longest and highest glass-bottomed bridge at 430 meters long and 300 meters high. Walk on air above the canyon floor.
Zhangjiajie Tour Packages
Private, customizable journeys with local guides and door-to-door transfers.
4 DaysZhangjiajie Classic Tour
Itinerary Overview
- Day 1: Arrival — Tianmen Mountain cable car & Glass Skywalk
- Day 2: Avatar Mountains — Bailong Elevator, Yuanjiajie, Hallelujah Mountain
- Day 3: Tianzi Mountain — Imperial Brush Peak, Fairy Maiden Peak, sunset
- Day 4: Grand Canyon Glass Bridge — Yellow Dragon Cave — departure
What's Included
- Private English-speaking guide
- 4-star hotel (3 nights, twin sharing)
- All scheduled meals
- Entrance fees
- Private vehicle
- Airport/railway station transfers
Not Included
- International flights
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Single room supplement ($220)
From$799per person
Physical Level: Moderate (3/5)
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Prices are per person based on twin sharing. Final quote varies by season and hotel choice.
5 DaysZhangjiajie Discovery Tour
Itinerary Overview
- Day 1: Arrival — Tianmen Mountain
- Day 2: Avatar Mountains — Bailong Elevator — Yuanjiajie
- Day 3: Tianzi Mountain — Yangjiajie
- Day 4: Grand Canyon Glass Bridge — Yellow Dragon Cave
- Day 5: Baofeng Lake — departure
What's Included
- Private English-speaking guide
- 4-star hotel (4 nights, twin sharing)
- All scheduled meals
- Entrance fees
- Private vehicle
- Airport/railway station transfers
- Baofeng Lake boat ride
Not Included
- International flights
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Single room supplement ($280)
From$999per person
Physical Level: Moderate (3/5)
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Prices are per person based on twin sharing. Final quote varies by season and hotel choice.
6 DaysZhangjiajie & Fenghuang Heritage Tour
Itinerary Overview
- Day 1: Arrival — Tianmen Mountain
- Day 2: Avatar Mountains — Bailong Elevator
- Day 3: Tianzi Mountain — Yangjiajie
- Day 4: Grand Canyon — transfer to Fenghuang
- Day 5: Fenghuang Ancient Town — Miao culture, riverside lanterns, cobblestone streets
- Day 6: Return to Zhangjiajie — departure
What's Included
- Private English-speaking guide
- 4-star hotels (5 nights, twin sharing)
- All scheduled meals
- Entrance fees
- Private vehicle
- Airport/railway station transfers
- Fenghuang boutique riverside inn
Not Included
- International flights
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Single room supplement ($350)
From$1,299per person
Physical Level: Moderate (3/5)
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Prices are per person based on twin sharing. Final quote varies by season and hotel choice.
Zhangjiajie in Photos
Practical Information
Best Time to Visit
April to October. Spring (April-May) for flowers and mist. Autumn (September-October) for clear skies and golden foliage. Avoid Chinese public holidays (Oct 1-7, May 1-5).
Getting There
Fly to Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport (DYG) from Shanghai, Beijing, or Guangzhou. High-speed rail from Changsha takes 2.5 hours.
What to Bring
Comfortable hiking shoes, rain jacket (mountain weather changes fast), sunscreen, camera with wide-angle lens.
Language Support
English-speaking guide included in all our Zhangjiajie packages. Russian guide available with 14-day advance notice.