Through Zhangjiajie's sandstone peaks
Yuanjiajie and Tianzi Mountain offer different views of the sandstone pillars, while the Ten-Mile Gallery adds valley scenery.
Zhangjiajie in Depth: 5-Day Signature Tour with Return Rail from Changsha
Price on request
Overview
This 5-day, 4-night route covers Changsha, Zhangjiajie and Wulingyuan. The programme centres on the forest park, Tianmen Mountain and Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge, linking summit views, valley walks and transfer days. It suits travellers who enjoy mountain landscapes and gorges and can manage steps and sustained walking; return trains from Changsha are part of this option, with services confirmed after ticketing.
Highlights
Streams and mountain viewpoints
Golden Whip Stream and Huangshizhai combine valley walking with elevated views, bringing together forest detail and distant sandstone peaks.
A glass bridge above the canyon
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and its glass bridge add a different canyon perspective for travellers comfortable with elevated viewpoints, subject to opening and safety requirements.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Rail from Changsha to Zhangjiajie / Arrival transfer and check-in
Make your own way to the agreed Changsha station and take the included second-class train to Zhangjiajie. At Zhangjiajie West Station, transfer staff take you to the hotel. Free time follows; meals today are at your own expense, and no driver or guide accompanies you during free time. Check the station, train and meeting time in advance.
Day 2Yuanjiajie, Tianzi Mountain, Ten-Mile Gallery and Charming Xiangxi
After breakfast, meet at about 07:00 for Wulingyuan. Take the park shuttle and the complimentary one-way Bailong Elevator up to Yuanjiajie, then continue to Tianzi Mountain. After lunch, explore Tianzi Mountain and ride the complimentary one-way cableway down before visiting the Ten-Mile Gallery, where you can walk or take the sightseeing train at extra cost. After dinner, the complimentary Charming Xiangxi show is scheduled, though traffic, cancellations or other exceptional circumstances may prevent attendance.
Stops: Yuanjiajie · Tianzi Mountain · Ten-Mile Gallery · Complimentary Charming Xiangxi show; may be cancelled if suspended or otherwise unavailable
Day 3Golden Whip Stream and Huangshizhai / Free time in Zhangjiajie city
After breakfast, visit Golden Whip Stream and take the complimentary return cableway to Huangshizhai, or relax at Oxygen Bar Square instead. After lunch, return to Zhangjiajie city and check in. The afternoon is free; dinner is at your own expense. You may book an outdoor evening show at extra cost.
Stops: Golden Whip Stream · Huangshizhai
Day 4Tianmen Mountain, Tianmen Cave and glass walkway
After breakfast, visit Tianmen Mountain by the reserved cableway route, including Guigu Walkway, Tianmen Cave and the glass walkway. Through-mountain escalators and shoe covers are complimentary. The cableway route and timing depend on the reservation and cannot be selected. Heavy snow, ice, thunderstorms or other weather may restrict access to some areas. Lunch and dinner are at your own expense. Return to the city hotel after sightseeing.
Stops: Tianmen Mountain · Tianmen Cave and glass walkway; may close due to weather or other conditions
Day 5Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and Glass Bridge / Rail back to Changsha
After breakfast, meet at about 07:00 for Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and the Glass Bridge, with about three hours of sightseeing. The listed package includes the Treasure-Hunt Elevator, Sculpture Elevator, Rainbow Lake cruise and slide. Strong winds, heavy rain or other weather may close the bridge. After lunch, return to Zhangjiajie city and take the included second-class train back to Changsha, ending the tour. Dinner is at your own expense; confirm the train when booking.
Stops: Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon · Glass Bridge; may close in extreme weather
Included and not included
Included
- Local air-conditioned group-tour vehicle, one seat per person. Transfers use a business vehicle or van; itinerary vehicles range from 7 to 33 seats according to actual numbers. Vehicle capacity is not the maximum group size.
- Local licensed Chinese-speaking guide for group sightseeing; dedicated staff handle arrival transfers. Free time excludes guide service.
- Four nights; select the deluxe or premium accommodation category when booking.
- Four breakfasts and four main meals; see the daily plan.
- Main admission to listed attractions and explicitly complimentary activities.
- Second-class trains from Changsha to Zhangjiajie, and back to Changsha from where the tour ends, are included. Stations and trains are confirmed when booking.
Not included
- Ten-Mile Gallery sightseeing train is optional and paid separately.
- Single-room supplements, personal travel accident insurance, meals not listed as included and personal expenses.
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