Scenic Hikes for the best Avatar Mountain Views

#discoverchina If you only have one day in Zhangjiajie and want to see the Avatar Mountains, here’s the best itinerary: 1-Day Zhangjiajie Itinerary (Avatar Mountains & Highlights) Morning: Avatar Mountains in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park • Start early (7:30-8:00 AM) and head to Wulingyuan Entrance. • Take the Bailong Elevator (world’s tallest outdoor elevator) to Yuanjiajie Scenic Area. • Visit Hallelujah Mountain (the famous Avatar floating mountains). • Walk to The First Bridge Under Heaven, a natural stone bridge. Midday: Tianzi Mountain for Panoramic Views • Take a shuttle to Tianzi Mountain for breathtaking panoramic views. • Visit Helong Park, the best viewing platform for the peaks. • Take the Tianzi Mountain cable car down for a scenic ride. Afternoon: Golden Whip Stream or Grand Canyon Glass Bridge (Choose One) • Option 1: Golden Whip Stream – A peaceful, easy hike along a river with stunning cliffs. • Option 2: Grand Canyon Glass Bridge – If you prefer adventure, visit the world’s longest glass-bottom bridge (takes about 2-3 hours). Evening: Return to Zhangjiajie City • Enjoy a local Hunan-style dinner in Zhangjiajie city before departing.