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China’s Avatar Mountains Zhangjiajie
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- Day 1 Arrival in Zhangjiajie
- Day 2 Zhangjiajie
- Day 3 Zhangjiajie
- Day 4 Depart from Zhangjiajie
About this Journey
Explore the celestial landscape of Wulingyuan Scenic Area, where a forest of natural stone skyscrapers forms an ancient cityscape. This UNESCO World Heritage Site’s biggest draw is Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, home to the towering sandstone pillars that inspired the mythical world of Pandora in James Cameron’s Avatar. On a cloudy day, these pillars appear to be floating in the sky. South of Wulingyuan lies Tianmen (“Heaven’s Gate”) Mountain, where a gravity-defying glass walkway will make you feel as if you are walking in the sky. China’s Avatar mountains are truly a magical sight to behold.
Tour Highlights
- Standing amidst unreal, gravity-defying landscapes, where soaring mountains and sandstone pillars pierce the sky
- Floating on air upon a cliff side glass walkway
- Plunging down the side of an impossibly high stone pillar in an outdoor elevator
YOUR JOURNEY
Route Map
Select a route section to explore the map. Tap a stop for its location or use the directions link for the next leg. Flights, trains, cruises and hiking arrangements follow your itinerary.
- 1ZhangjiajieDirections to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
- 2Zhangjiajie National Forest ParkDirections to Tianzi Mountain
- 3Tianzi MountainDirections to Yuanjiajie
- 4YuanjiajieDirections to Ten Miles Gallery
- 5Ten Miles GalleryDirections to Yellow Stone Village
- 6Yellow Stone VillageDirections to Golden Whip Stream
- 7Golden Whip StreamDirections to Baofeng Lake
- 8Baofeng LakeDirections to Tianmen Mountain
- 9Tianmen Mountain
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Zhangjiajie
Arrive in Zhangjiajie and meet your local guide • Transfer to your hotel for check-in • Spend the evening at leisure, resting for the days ahead among Zhangjiajie’s sandstone pillars and summit villages.
Day 2 Zhangjiajie
Explore Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, home to the sandstone pillars that inspired Avatar, including Golden Whip Stream, the First Bridge of the World, and the Southern Sky Column, now known as Avatar Hallelujah Mountain • Take a cable car up Tianzi Mountain for panoramic views over peaks, waterfalls, and natural bridges • Visit Yuanjiajie for dramatic vistas, ride the Hundred Dragon Elevator, and see the First Bridge of the World and Avatar Hallelujah Mountain up close • Stroll the Ten Miles Gallery, spotting rock formations shaped like figures amid wildflowers and forest.
Day 3 Zhangjiajie
Ride a cable car to Yellow Stone Village for sweeping views over cliffs, jagged karsts, and mist-covered peaks • Walk along Golden Whip Stream, a 7.5 km trail past crystal-clear pools, scenic terraces, and the First Bridge of the World.
Day 4 Depart from Zhangjiajie
Take a boat across Baofeng Lake, surrounded by lush mountains and waterfalls reflected in its still waters • Ride the world’s longest cable car up Tianmen Mountain, see the 130-meter-high Tianmen Cave, and walk cliffside paths or the glass skywalk for sweeping views • Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Hotels
Neodalle Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan
5 StarContemporary and comfortable, Neodalle Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan is a peaceful respite after a day exploring the area. Each guestroom is spacious, well-appointed, and bedecked in dark woods and soothing neutrals.
Photos
Photos Phoenix Miao Village Avatar Hallelujah Mountain First Bridge of the World
Details
What’s Included
- Services of an English-speaking local guide
- Accommodation based on double occupancy with breakfasts included
- All overland transfers with private chauffeur and in-transport refreshments
- Private chauffeur service to and from airport at start and end of your trip
- All admission fees and activity expenses, as noted in the itinerary
- Meals as noted in the itinerary with complimentary drinking water
What’s Excluded
- International and domestic flights, domestic trains, plus relevant taxes
- Chinese tourist visa, which is required for most foreign passport holders
- Travel and medical insurance
- Meals, apart from those included in the itinerary, and alcohol
- Expenses of a personal nature
- Excursions and activities not included in the itinerary
- Discretionary gratuities for guides and drivers
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