Zhangjiajie 3 day tour super full text guide
First, the introduction of core attractions
Zhangjiajie boasts stunning natural landscapes and rich wildlife resources. Key attractions include:
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: This is a landmark scenic spot in Zhangjiajie, with stunning stone columns, fresh air and abundant wildlife resources. The park is divided into several areas, including Huangshi Village, Jinzhuxi, Yuanjiajie, Yangjiajie and Tianzi Mountain.
Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park: Famous for the wonders of Tianmen Cave, glass walkway and 99 highways. The Tianmenshan ropeway is one of the longest alpine passenger ropeways in the world, and the ropeway can overlook the entire Zhangjiajie city and the surrounding mountains.
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon: It has the world’s highest glass bridge and magnificent canyon scenery. With its babbling streams and cascading waterfalls, the canyon is the perfect place to experience the beauty of nature.
Huanglong Cave: This is a huge karst cave with underground rivers, stalagmites and stalactites. Huanglong Cave is known as one of the “Ten most beautiful strange caves in China”.
Baofeng Lake: This lake is one of mountains and rivers, the lake is crystal clear, surrounded by green mountains and trees. At Baofeng Lake, you can enjoy the lake view by boat and watch Tujia folk performances.
Second, third classic route planning
Day 1: In-depth tour of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Morning: Enter the park from the east gate and take the Huangshi Village cableway to the top of the mountain. Huangshi Village is one of the best places to overlook the entire park, and you can enjoy the stunning stone columns and sea of clouds.
Noon: Have lunch at the restaurant on the top of the mountain and sample local Tujia dishes.
Afternoon: Hike the Golden Whip River essence section, enjoy the strange peaks and rocks along the way and clear streams. Then go to Yuan Jiajie, visit the “Avatar” movie Qiankun column and the first bridge under the heaven and other attractions.
Evening: Go to Yangjiajie, enjoy the natural Great Wall and a step to the sky and other dramatic scenery. Finally, take the Tianzi Mountain ropeway down the mountain to finish the first day of the trip.
Day 2: Tianmen Mountain and Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Adventure
Morning: Go to Tianmenshan National Forest Park, choose Line A (cableway up the mountain, fast trail down the mountain) or line B (green car up the mountain, cableway down the mountain). No matter which route you choose, you can enjoy the magnificent view of Tianmen Cave and the thrill of the glass walkway.
Noon: Have lunch at the restaurant on the top of Tianmen Hill and sample local specialties.
Afternoon: Go to Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon to experience the world’s highest glass bridge and magnificent canyon scenery. The canyon is a gurgling stream, waterfall, is the perfect place to take photos.
Day 3: Huanglong Cave and Baofeng Lake leisure tour
Morning: Head to Huanglong Cave to visit this huge karst cave. The river, stalagmites and stalactites in the cave are breathtaking.
Noon: Have lunch at a restaurant near Huanglong Cave and sample local Tujia dishes.
Afternoon: Go to Baofeng Lake and enjoy the lake view by boat. The lake is crystal clear and surrounded by green mountains and trees, making it the perfect place to relax. You can also watch Tujia folk performances and learn about the local traditional culture.
Third, transportation and ticket guide
Big Traffic:
Plane: Zhangjiajie Lotus Airport has flights to and from a number of cities in the country, after arriving, you can choose airport bus or No. 4 bus to the city.
High-speed rail: Zhangjiajie West Railway Station has high-speed rail direct to Changsha, Wuhan and other cities, after arriving at the central bus station can take the scenic line to the scenic spots.
Self-drive: Navigate to the parking lot of the scenic spot, note that you cannot drive yourself into the scenic spot, you need to change to an environmental vehicle.
Ticket Price:
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: Peak season (April to October)245 yuan/person (including environmental vehicles), off-season (November to March)228 yuan/person.
Tianmenshan National Forest Park: A/B line 278 yuan/person (including ropeway + environmental vehicle).
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon: Peak season (including glass bridge)128 yuan/person, off-season 118 yuan/person.
Huanglong Cave: 96 yuan/person (including cruise).
Baofeng Lake: 96 yuan/person (including cruise).
Scenic traffic:
Green car: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park ticket station to provide free shuttle service, frequency intensive.
Ropeway: Tianmenshan ropeway (7455 meters), Yangjiajie ropeway, etc., can save energy, recommended one-way ride.
Cruise: Baofeng Lake, Huanglong Cave included in the ticket, you can enjoy the scenery along the way.
Fourth, food and accommodation recommendations
Must-eat food:
Three pot: cured meat, fat sausage, pork belly a pot of stew, spicy and fragrant rice.
Tujia cured meat: smoked salty, fried with bracken, bamboo shoots more delicious.
Kudzu powder: a natural drink to cool the summer.
Rock ear Chicken stew: Rock ear from the cliff, nourishing good food.
Accommodation options:
Downtown: Huatian Hotel (near Tianmen Mountain), Sunshine Hotel (near bus station) and other facilities are perfect and convenient.
Scenic spot: Tianzi Mountain Dingxiang Rong Village has a peak inn for sunrise viewing, but advance booking is required.
Features: Hetian Ju Resort Hotel with Tujia style, suitable for parent-child families.
Fifth, pit avoidance guide
Ticket reservation: Make an appointment 3 days in advance on the “Zhangjiajie Tourism” public number during the peak season to avoid queuing.
Green car route: Forest Park East Gate → Tianzishan/Yuan Jiajie need to change, plan the route to avoid detour.
Anti-monkey tips: Jindaxi wild monkeys will rob food, do not feed, carry plastic bags.
Weather response: mountainous areas are rainy, prepare raincoats, non-slip shoes; Tianmen Mountain top temperature difference, with a thin coat.
Shopping trap: “Free” photos in the scenic area need to be charged, and refuse to chat up strangers.
This guide covers all the key information for a 3-day trip to Zhangjiajie, from attractions to route planning, from transportation to ticket prices, from food and beverage recommendations to accommodation recommendations, as well as escape guides, to help you easily plan an unforgettable trip to Zhangjiajie.
