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Discover Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, riding the Bailong Elevator to Yuanjiajie, exploring Tianzi Mountain, and hiking along the peaceful Golden Whip Stream.
This full-day excursion invites travelers to explore the dramatic landscapes of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its quartz sandstone pillar forests. The morning begins with convenient park entry through the Wulingyuan East Gate, taking an eco-friendly bus directly to the Bailong Elevator. Guests ride this glass elevator up the sheer cliff face to reach the Yuanjiajie Scenic Area, home to the famous Qiankun Column—the real-life inspiration for Avatar’s floating Avatar Hallelujah Mountain—and the Confusion Platform.
The tour proceeds via eco-bus to Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area, famous for its sweeping views of slender rock formations such as Yubi Peak and the Xihai Peak Forest. After a break for lunch and rest on the mountain peak, the itinerary continues with a ride down the mountain aboard the Tianzi Mountain Cableway, granting impressive high-altitude views over the surrounding canyons.
The afternoon transitions to the valley floor for a leisurely hike along the scenic Jinbian (Golden Whip) Stream. Walking beside clear streams under towering stone pillars, visitors can enjoy fresh mountain air and spot wild macaques along the flat path. Combining fast-track mountain transport with scenic nature walks, this tour delivers a seamless way to experience Zhangjiajie’s core highlights.
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Additional Information
● Pick-up starts 15 minutes before departure; please arrive at the pick-up point in advance
● Please provide complete details of your accommodation at the time of booking. Please note that it is the sole responsibility and obligation of the passenger to contact the local operator one day prior to the service to confirm the exact pick-up point and time
● If hotel pick-up is not possible due to operational reasons, a nearby meeting point will be arranged
● The exact pickup time and meeting point will be confirmed by the local provider before the tour; please check your email and WhatsApp contact
● Please bring your original valid passport, as it may be required for admission or ticket verification
● You must provide passport information when booking tickets, and you will need your physical passport to scan at the entrance
● The tour involves extensive walking on paths, stairs, and uneven surfaces. Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are strongly recommended, as well as sunscreen and water
● Weather conditions may affect the itinerary, visibility, cable car/elevator operations, or access to certain areas of the park
● The order of visits may be modified depending on weather conditions, visitor numbers, operational requirements, or local regulations
● Please note that the national park is a popular attraction and waiting times may occur at certain transportation facilities and viewpoints, particularly during weekends and peak travel periods
Inclusions
✔ Hotel pickup and drop-off in Zhangjiajie
✔ Private tour with guide according to selected option and language
✔ Entrance ticket to Zhangjiajie / Wulingyuan National Park
✔ Internal eco-bus transportation
✔ Bailong Elevator (mountain ascent and core peak forest)
✔ Tianzi Mountain Cable Car (mountain descent and canyon stream)
Exclusions
✖ Meal / Lunch (estimated around 40–60 RMB at the mountain restaurant)
✖ Tickets, meals, and drinks unless expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Any other unspecified service
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service. Cancellation with less notice or no show will result in no refund