https://nz.trip.com/moments/detail/zhangjiajie-23-134901719?locale=en-NZ
lila DDDSingapore

The beauty of Zhangjiajie is a shock that cameras can't capture, see it in person and be moved to tears

🌿✨The beauty of Zhangjiajie is a shock that cameras can't capture, see it in person and be moved to tears The filming location of "Avatar"—magical Zhangjiajie! This place is known as the "expanded bonsai, a miniature fairyland." Follow my guide to explore this stunning landscape! 🗓️ Best Travel Time · 🌸 Spring (March-May): Misty clouds, like entering a fairyland · 🍃 Autumn (September-November): Colorful forests, pleasant climate · ☀️ Summer is also good for escaping the heat, but remember to bring rain gear🌂 🚄 Transportation Guide · ✈️ Plane: Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport, direct flights from many cities nationwide · 🚆 High-speed rail: Changsha South → Zhangjiajie West (about 2.5 hours) · 🚌 Scenic area transport: Eco-friendly buses + cable cars + Bailong Elevator super convenient! 🏨 Accommodation Recommendations · 💎 Luxury choice: Zhangjiajie Hetianju Resort Hotel (five-star experience in the valley) · 🌟 Best value: Inns at the entrance of Wulingyuan Scenic Area (150-300 RMB/night) · 🌌 Unique experience: Tianzi Mountain summit homestay (excellent spot for sunrise and sea of clouds) 📝 3 Days 2 Nights Essential Itinerary Day 1: Wulingyuan Core Scenic Area · 🌅 Morning: Yuanjiajie (Mihuntai + First Bridge Under Heaven + Avatar Floating Mountains) · 🚡 Noon: Bailong Elevator (1 minute 58 seconds straight up to the sky!) · 🌄 Afternoon: Tianzi Mountain (Helong Park + Yubi Peak) · 🌌 Evening: "Charming Xiangxi" show (super impressive folk performance!) Day 2: Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park · ☁️ Must experience: Tianmen Mountain Cableway (world's longest mountain cableway!) · 🎢 Challenge: Glass skywalk (leg weakness warning⚠️) · 🕳️ Wonder: Tianmen Cave + 999-step Heavenly Ladder (perfect for photos📸) · 🌿 Hidden activity: Take the west route for the best sea of clouds view! Day 3: Grand Canyon + Huanglong Cave · 🌉 Morning: Grand Canyon Glass Bridge (world's highest and longest glass bridge) · 🚣 Afternoon: Baofeng Lake boat tour (scenery like a landscape painting) · 🦇 Evening: Huanglong Cave (China's most beautiful karst cave, warm in winter and cool in summer~) 🍜 Must-Try Foods · 🔥 Sanxia Guo (Zhangjiajie version of "spicy hot pot") · 🌶️ Sour soup fish (Tujia ethnic specialty, sour and spicy appetizer) · � Kudzu root starch noodles (cool and refreshing, found everywhere in the scenic area) · 🍢 Tujia smoked bacon (unique smoky flavor!) 💡 Traveler Tips 1️⃣ Book tickets 2 days in advance! Long queues in peak season😱 2️⃣ Mountain weather changes often, bring a light jacket + raincoat🧥 3️⃣ Wear non-slip sports shoes! Many stairs require walking👟 4️⃣ Bring enough power banks, you’ll run out of phone battery from taking photos📱 5️⃣ Hire a local guide for explanations, the stories of the peaks are more interesting~ 💰 Budget Reference (per person) · Tickets: about 500 RMB (combo tickets are more cost-effective) · Accommodation: 300-800 RMB/night · Meals: 50-100 RMB/meal · Transportation: about 200 RMB within the scenic area Definitely worth experiencing in person~ Click ❤️ to save this guide and check it anytime before your trip
View original text
*This content is provided by our partner and translated by AI
Posted: Aug 17, 2025
Submit
0
Mentioned in this post
Attraction

Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park

4.6/541654 reviews | Natural scenery
Zhangjiajie
2025 Global 100 - Best Things to Do
Book now for tomorrow
PHP 2,278.69
Details
Show more
Related Trip Moments
Golden Whip Stream

Golden Autumn in Zhangjiajie: 4 Days and 3 Nights, Deep and Leisurely Tour of the Peak Forest Wonderland! Travel Guide!

MARGO LYONS
Shentang Bay

I declare, this is the most worthwhile place to visit in Zhangjiajie

Caleb Alexander
Zhangjiajie Ten Mile Gallery

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park 2-Day Tour · Super Detailed Guide for Day 2

Ember^Phoenix!555
Tianzishan

The ultimate 5-day must-go autumn trip to Zhangjiajie and surrounding areas is here!

Hayes Evelyn.39
Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park

Zhangjiajie 6-Day Free Travel Itinerary

Go No Go
Yubi Peak

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park Guide: When the Mountains Turn Red, the Perfect Combination of Drone and Hiking

Scarlett_Blackthorn+55
Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park

Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain Lazy Guide

Lucy.Moore.29
Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park

Tianmen Fox Fairy Show

Domenica0708
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

Zhangjiajie and Furong Ancient city

_TI***tu
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

Jlek_T
Xibu Street

Stay in the Secret Garden of Xiangxi at Zhangjiajie National Forest Park—this place is full of perks

EvelynWhitfield59
Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park

Tianmen Mountain: What Makes Tourists' Hearts Stop Right on the World's Longest Cable Car?

minhhuyennguyen