Zhangjiajie Travel Guide | A Hassle-free Journey

| A Hassle-free Journey 🌄With "three thousand mysterious peaks and eight hundred beautiful streams," Zhangjiajie is nature's magnificent masterpiece. As a Trip.com travel blogger who just returned from Zhangjiajie, I can't wait to share this fresh travel guide with you! Itinerary Planning 3-Day Tour Day 1: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (Golden Whip Stream - Yuanjiajie) Morning: Enter through the forest park ticket gate, stroll along Golden Whip Stream. The water is crystal clear with unique peaks lining both sides, like walking through a painting. The 7.5 km trail takes about 2-3 hours. Afternoon: Take Bailong Elevator up the mountain to explore Yuanjiajie, the filming location of the "Hallelujah Mountains" in Avatar. The First Bridge Under Heaven showcases nature's incredible craftsmanship. Evening: Stay at guesthouses or homestays near the scenic area. Try local specialties like Sanxiaguo (Triple-cooked Pot) and Rock-ear Mushroom Stewed Chicken. Day 2: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (Yangjiajie - Tianzi Mountain - Ten-Mile Gallery) Morning: Visit Yangjiajie to experience the steep Wulong Village and enjoy the stunning views of Tianbo Mansion. Afternoon: Explore Tianzi Mountain, don't miss He Long Park, Fairy Scattering Flowers, and Imperial Brush Peak. Then head to Ten-Mile Gallery and take the mini train to view the unique peaks and rocks along the way. Evening: Return to downtown and explore Dayong Ancient City to experience its nighttime charm. Day 3: Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park Choose either Route A or B. Route A: cable car up, road down; Route B: road up, cable car down. Route A is recommended. Take the 7,455m cable car ride in the morning for a panoramic view of Tianmen Mountain. Then explore the West Line Glass Walkway and Ghost Valley Plank Walk for thrilling experiences. Finally, visit Tianmen Cave with its impressive 999 steps. 4-Day Tour Follow the 3-day itinerary for the first three days. On day 4, visit either Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon to experience the glass bridge or Baofeng Lake to enjoy the scenic lake views. Travel Tips 🎫Tickets: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: CNY 227 (valid for 4 days); Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park: CNY 278 (includes cable car and shuttle bus); Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge prices vary by package. Recommend booking through Trip.com to avoid queuing. 🚗Transportation: Convenient public transport within Zhangjiajie city, including buses and taxis. Take special buses from the bus station to scenic spots or hire taxis. Private car rental is a good option for larger groups, prices are negotiable. 🏠Accommodation: Various options in Zhangjiajie. Downtown hotels and homestays are affordable; accommodations near scenic spots are convenient but pricier; for luxury stays, consider high-end resorts like Zhangjiajie Zishanmanju or Trip.com Resort (Zhangjiajie Manxin Branch). Food Recommendations 🥘Sanxiaguo: Local specialty combining cured meat, pork stomach, beef tripe, and vegetables. Recommended: Master Hu's Sanxiaguo. 🍜Zhangjiajie Rice Noodles: Smooth texture with flavorful broth, perfect for breakfast. Recommended: Cili Rice Noodles (Ziyuan Road) and Jinshi Liu Longzi Noodle House (Zhangjiajie Main Branch). 🐟Rock-ear Mushroom Stewed Chicken: Rock-ear mushroom is a local specialty, delicious when stewed with free-range chicken. 🍢Snacks: Try the cold noodles at Pig's Head Cold Noodles (South Zheng Street), popular among locals; street snacks like sugar-coated rice cakes and mugwort rice cakes are worth trying. Photography Tips 📸Beautiful scenes are everywhere in Zhangjiajie. Pay attention to lighting and composition. Capture the streams and peaks at Golden Whip Stream; shoot upward at Hallelujah Mountain in Yuanjiajie to emphasize its grandeur; take thrilling photos on Tianmen Mountain's glass walkway; capture panoramic views from the 999 steps at Tianmen Cave. 💖The beauty of Zhangjiajie must be experienced in person. Hope this guide helps you have a wonderful journey! Feel free to leave comments if you have any questions~