See Zhangjiajie's signature sandstone peaks, cliffside scenery, famous glass bridge and waterfall-side Furong Town on an efficient private three-day itinerary.
Designed for travelers who want to see Zhangjiajie's biggest highlights without wasting time, this private three-day route combines the surreal peaks of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, the glass bridge and canyon scenery, Furong Town and Tianmen Mountain.
Mountain viewpoints depend on weather and the time you have on the ground. If your dates fall around a major public holiday, read our holiday crowd guide before locking in a tight schedule.
Travel with a private vehicle and English-speaking guide, move efficiently between the region's major scenic areas and still have time for panoramic viewpoints, mountain walks, photography and evening atmosphere in Furong Town.
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The order may be adjusted to match weather, attraction access and local conditions on your travel dates.
Meet your guide at your Zhangjiajie or Wulingyuan hotel and enter Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. Ride the Tianzi Mountain cable car and take in panoramic views across the sandstone peak forest, including well-known viewpoints such as Imperial Brush Peaks, Fairy Offering Flowers and the West Sea Stone Forest.
Continue to Yuanjiajie Scenic Area to see Hallelujah Mountain, walk to the natural Tianxia First Bridge and ride the Bailong Elevator. Finish with an easier walk through Shili Gallery before returning to your hotel in Wulingyuan.
Overnight: Wulingyuan area.
Travel to Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and cross its famous glass bridge high above the canyon. Continue along scenic trails with waterfalls, clear streams and forest views. Optional activities such as a zip-line or small boat ride can be added at your own expense.
In the afternoon, drive to Furong Town and explore its old streets, traditional houses, stone bridges and dramatic waterfall setting. Stay into the evening to see the town illuminated after dark and enjoy time for a local Tujia-style dinner.
Overnight: Furong Town.
Ride the long cable-car route to Tianmen Mountain and explore its cliffside scenery, glass plank road, Bonsai Garden and panoramic viewpoints.
Continue toward Tianmen Cave, the huge natural opening known as the “Heavenly Gate.” Walk the famous 999-step staircase and descend by shuttle along the winding mountain road before your final transfer to your Zhangjiajie hotel, railway station or airport.
Flexible private itinerary: attraction order and timing can be adjusted when necessary for weather, crowd levels and local operating conditions.
Combine Zhangjiajie's mountain landscapes with Shanghai and Beijing.