5 Days Zhangjiajie Hiking and Cycling Tour

After breakfast, your private guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Wulingyuan Scenic Area, the heart of Zhangjiajie’s natural wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Begin your adventure with a ride up Tianzi Mountain, one of Zhangjiajie’s most spectacular mountain areas. Known as the “King of Peak Forests,” Tianzi Mountain features thousands of unique sandstone pillars rising dramatically from the valleys. Walk along the mountain trails and enjoy breathtaking viewpoints surrounded by clouds, mist, and endless layers of peaks.

Continue to Yuanjiajie Scenic Area, the legendary landscape that inspired the floating mountains of Pandora in the movie Avatar. Explore the dramatic sandstone formations, mysterious valleys, and spectacular viewpoints that make this one of Zhangjiajie’s most photographed areas.

For an exciting experience, descend via the famous Bailong Elevator, the world’s highest outdoor glass elevator. The elevator travels along a sheer cliff face and provides a thrilling journey with impressive views of the surrounding mountains.

In the afternoon, explore the peaceful Golden Whip Stream, one of Zhangjiajie’s most beautiful walking routes. The shaded forest path follows a crystal-clear stream surrounded by towering cliffs, unusual rock formations, and rich natural scenery. The famous Golden Whip rock formation standing beside the stream adds to the charm of this relaxing mountain trail.

After sightseeing, return to your hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening.

Highlights:

• Explore UNESCO-listed Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
• Visit spectacular Tianzi Mountain
• Discover Yuanjiajie Avatar Mountain
• Experience the world-famous Bailong Elevator
• Walk through peaceful Golden Whip Stream
• Enjoy Zhangjiajie’s most photogenic landscapes

Overnight: Zhangjiajie

After breakfast, your guide and driver will escort you to the spectacular Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, a natural wonderland combining mountains, streams, caves, cliffs, and forests.

The highlight of today’s adventure is the world-famous Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge, one of the most thrilling attractions in China. Suspended high above the canyon, this transparent glass-bottom bridge creates an unforgettable experience as you walk above the valley with dramatic cliffs and mountain scenery beneath your feet.

As you step onto the glass platform, you will feel as if you are walking through the sky. Surrounded by towering mountains, deep valleys, and drifting clouds, the bridge offers incredible panoramic views and some of the best photography opportunities in Zhangjiajie.

After crossing the bridge, continue exploring the canyon area. Walk along scenic paths surrounded by forests, waterfalls, streams, and unique geological formations. The combination of adventure and peaceful natural scenery makes Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon one of the most memorable experiences of the journey.

After the tour, return to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure.

Highlights:

• Visit Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon
• Experience the famous Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge
• Walk above the canyon on a transparent glass platform
• Enjoy dramatic mountain and valley views
• Explore forests, streams, cliffs, and natural landscapes

Overnight: Zhangjiajie

After breakfast, your guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to explore Tianmen Mountain, one of Zhangjiajie’s most iconic natural wonders and a paradise for adventure lovers.

Start your journey with the spectacular Tianmen Mountain Cable Car, one of the longest alpine cableways in the world. The cable car stretches from downtown Zhangjiajie to the mountaintop, covering approximately 7,455 meters and rising to an altitude of more than 1,400 meters. During the ride, enjoy incredible views of the winding Tongtian Avenue (Avenue Toward Heaven), steep cliffs, green forests, and mountain valleys below.

Upon reaching the summit, begin exploring the mountain’s breathtaking trails. Walk along the famous Ghost Valley Plank Road (Guigu Cliffside Path), a thrilling cliff-hanging walkway built along the edge of a vertical mountain wall. The path offers dramatic views of deep valleys, towering cliffs, and the surrounding karst landscape.

Continue to visit Tianmen Mountain Temple, a historic Buddhist temple surrounded by peaceful forests and mountain scenery. The temple dates back to the Tang Dynasty and is one of the most important cultural landmarks on Tianmen Mountain.

Next, experience one of Zhangjiajie’s most exciting attractions — the Tianmen Mountain Glass Skywalk. Walk along the transparent glass platform attached to the cliffside and enjoy the thrilling feeling of standing above the clouds.

Continue your adventure toward the legendary Tianmen Cave, a massive natural opening in the mountain created by geological collapse. Known as the “Gateway to Heaven,” this spectacular cave is approximately 131.5 meters high, 57 meters wide, and 60 meters deep, making it one of China’s most famous natural landmarks.

After visiting Tianmen Cave, challenge yourself by walking down the famous 999 Steps to Heaven, a steep staircase leading from the mountain to the cave entrance. The staircase represents the connection between earth and heaven and provides unforgettable mountain views.

After completing the Tianmen Mountain adventure, your guide and driver will transfer you back to your hotel.

Highlights:

• Ride the spectacular Tianmen Mountain Cable Car
• Enjoy panoramic views of Tongtian Avenue and Zhangjiajie landscapes
• Walk the thrilling Ghost Valley Plank Road
• Visit historic Tianmen Mountain Temple
• Experience the Glass Skywalk on the cliff
• Explore the legendary Tianmen Cave
• Challenge the famous 999 Steps to Heaven

Overnight: Zhangjiajie

After breakfast, begin your final Zhangjiajie adventure with a scenic biking experience through the beautiful countryside surrounding the mountains.

Your guide will transfer you to a peaceful village area and design the cycling route according to your fitness level, interests, and preferred riding style. Whether you prefer a relaxed ride through villages and farmland or a more challenging mountain cycling route, the itinerary can be adjusted to match your experience.

Ride through charming rural landscapes where you can see traditional villages, green fields, forests, streams, and local residents living their daily lives. Along the way, you may encounter villagers working in the fields, farmers taking care of livestock, and peaceful countryside scenery far away from the busy tourist areas.

For travelers looking for a relaxing experience, enjoy a gentle cycling route through flat countryside roads surrounded by mountains and nature. For adventure seekers, choose a longer cycling route with more challenging sections and beautiful viewpoints.

During the ride, you can stop anytime to take photos, rest, enjoy local scenery, and experience the authentic atmosphere of rural Zhangjiajie. Your private vehicle remains available throughout the day, allowing you to adjust the pace whenever needed.

After completing the biking adventure, your guide and driver will escort you to Zhangjiajie Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey.

Your 5 Days Zhangjiajie Hiking and Biking Tour ends with unforgettable memories of sandstone mountains, deep valleys, adventure activities, and the natural beauty of Zhangjiajie.

Highlights:

• Explore Zhangjiajie’s beautiful countryside by bicycle
• Ride through peaceful villages and mountain landscapes
• Experience authentic local life away from tourist crowds
• Flexible cycling routes for different fitness levels
• Transfer to airport or railway station for departure

Tour Ends: Zhangjiajie Airport / Railway Station