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Sick of hours-long waiting lines amid swarms of tourists? This exclusive tour delivers an ultimate VIP experience you cannot miss! You’ll get skip-the-line VIP fast-track access for park entry and all 6 shuttle bus rides, cutting at least 5–6 hours of tedious queuing time from your trip. Zhangjiajie National Forest Park spans a vast area, yet our one-day itinerary covers every iconic highlight efficiently: the real-life Avatar mountain range, the No.1 Natural Bridge, and the world-famous Bailong Elevator that climbs the cliff in only 118 seconds. Maximize your sightseeing and witness all top scenic spots in minimal time!
Core Itinerary
Ascend via Bailong Elevator → Yuanjiajie Scenic Area (Avatar Floating Mountains) → Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area (spectacular sandstone peak forests) → Descend by Tianzi Mountain Cable Car (panoramic Avatar-style valley views) → Ten-Mile Gallery Scenic Area
We offer two flexible choices: 10-person mini-group tours and fully private tours.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
1. Your guide will contact you by *9:00 PM local time on the day before your tour* at the latest.
2. Please *bring your passport* with you on the day of the tour.
3. The tour involves *a considerable amount of walking* and is not recommended for guests *over 85 years old*.
4. Please provide a *correct phone number and hotel name* when booking. We usually contact guests via *WhatsApp*.
Itinerary
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1Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is located at No. 279, Jinbian Road, Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie City, covering a total area of 48.1 square kilometers. Together with the contiguous Suoxiyu, Tianzi Mountain, and Yangjiajie nature reserves, it forms Wulingyuan, which lies in the middle section of the Wuling Mountain Range. This area is the core scenic region of Zhangjiajie.
3 hours • Admission ticket included -
2BaiLong Elevator
The Bailong Elevator in Zhangjie, China, is a breathtaking feat of engineering and one of the world's highest outdoor elevators. Built on the side of a colossal quartz-sandstone cliff, it rockets passengers 326 meters (1,070 feet) vertically upwards in just under two minutes. This glass-walled elevator offers a stunning, panoramic ascent, providing unparalleled views of the towering, pillar-like karst formations of the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park—the very landscape that inspired the floating mountains in the film *Avatar*. It is not merely a mode of transport but a thrilling attraction in itself, seamlessly blending human ingenuity with the raw, majestic beauty of nature.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Yuanjiajie, the core scenic area of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, is famous for its unique quartz sandstone peak forest landscape and served as the filming location for the floating mountains in *Avatar*. Its iconic landmark, the "Hallelujah Mountain" (Qiankun Column), stands at 1,080 meters, showcasing breathtaking grandeur. The "First Bridge Under Heaven," a natural stone bridge spanning two peaks, is a marvel to behold. The "Mihun Platform" offers the best panoramic views of the peaks, often shrouded in mist, creating a fairy-tale-like atmosphere. The Bailong Elevator, one of the world's tallest outdoor elevators, provides quick access to the summit for stunning views. With its towering peaks, sea of clouds, and fresh air, Yuanjiajie is a paradise for hikers and photographers, showcasing the awe-inspiring beauty of nature.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
4Tianzi Mountain
Tianzi Mountain, one of the core scenic areas of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, is renowned for its magnificent peaks, sea of clouds, and sunrise. Key attractions include the "Imperial Brush Peaks," "Fairy Scattering Flowers," and "Tianzi Pavilion." The Imperial Brush Peaks resemble giant brushes, showcasing extraordinary grandeur, while the Fairy Scattering Flowers looks like a maiden holding flowers, vividly lifelike. Tianzi Pavilion, the highest viewing platform, offers panoramic views of the peaks and clouds, creating a fairy-tale-like scene. The sea of clouds at dawn and the sunrise are particularly spectacular, with mist drifting between the peaks and golden sunlight illuminating the landscape. Tianzi Mountain is a paradise for hikers and photographers, displaying the awe-inspiring beauty of nature.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
5Ten Miles Gallery
The Ten-Mile Gallery in Zhangjiajie is located within the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in Hunan Province, China. It is a valley approximately 5 kilometers long, where the scenery resembles a series of exquisite landscape paintings, hence the name "Ten-Mile Gallery." The most famous attractions include the "Medicine-Gathering Old Man," the "Three Sisters Peaks," and the "Golden Whip Rock." You can choose to walk or take a sightseeing train to slowly appreciate these magnificent natural landscapes. Whether it's the morning mist or the golden glow of the sunset, the Ten-Mile Gallery is captivating, making you feel as though you've stepped into a fairyland.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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