Zhangjiajie 4-Day, 3-Night Travel Guide for First-Timers

With its "3,000 unique peaks and 800 streams," Zhangjiajie's beauty is a masterpiece of nature. If you also yearn for this magical land, then accept this 4-day, 3-night travel guide 👇 🚗 Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Zhangjiajie → Check in to your hotel → Downtown Pedestrian Street → 72 Wonders Building 🎈 Upon arriving in Zhangjiajie, first check in to your hotel and drop off your luggage. The Downtown Pedestrian Street is a great place to sample local delicacies. Be sure not to miss the special dishes of Zhangjiajie, such as Three Delicacies Hot Pot, Tujia Braised Pork, and Tujia Smoked Pork/Sausage. 🎇 The 72 Wonders Building is known as the "Cultural Landmark of Zhangjiajie" and the "New Engine of the Night Economy," with three major sections: Heavenly Palace Wonders Building, Fireworks Old Street, and 72 Wonders Stockade. You can take bus No. 7 or 17 and get off at Zhangjiajie Aviation Institute Station, then walk 500m to reach it. The opening hours are 10:00 - 22:00, with day tickets at CNY 20 and night tickets at CNY 90. Day 2: National Forest Park → Yuanjiajie Scenic Area → Yangjiajie Scenic Area → Wulingyuan 🌳 Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is a must-visit core attraction in Zhangjiajie. Tickets are valid for 4 days and cost CNY 227. It has areas such as Huangshi Village, Golden Whip Stream, Yuanjiajie, Yangjiajie, Tianzi Mountain, and Suoxiyu. 🚠 The Bailong Elevator ticket is CNY 65, allowing you to quickly reach Yuanjiajie and admire the unique peak forest landform, as if you are in the fantasy world of the movie "Avatar." In the afternoon, go to Yangjiajie to appreciate the magical creation of nature. Day 3: Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area → Ten-Mile Gallery → Golden Whip Stream → Zhangjiajie City 🌅 Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area is known as the "Miniature Wonderland." Take the Tianzi Mountain cable car (CNY 72) up the mountain to admire the beautiful scenery of peak forests intertwined with clouds and mist. 🚂 You can choose to take a small train through the Ten-Mile Gallery and leisurely enjoy the picturesque scenery. Then go to Golden Whip Stream, walk along the stream, and feel the tranquility and beauty. Return to Zhangjiajie city in the evening. Day 4: Tianmen Mountain Scenic Area → Tianmen Cave → Glass Skywalk → Return Journey 🌄 Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park tickets are CNY 278. It is recommended to choose Package A tickets for CNY 335. The scenic area is named after the natural wonder "Tianmen Cave." Take the cable car, which is about 7,500 meters long, to overlook Tongtian Avenue and the beautiful scenery of the mountains. If you are brave, you must take a walk on the glass skywalk suspended on the cliff to experience the thrill of walking in the air. 🍱 Food Recommendations In addition to the above, there are also Dagupi, Rock Tripe Stewed Chicken, Blood Tofu, Hezha, Sour Fish and Meat, Loach with Tofu, and Cold Noodles. In addition, Pueraria Root Powder, Sour Radish, and Farmhouse Stir-fried Pork are also worth a try. ❗ Precautions Zhangjiajie's attractions are scattered, so plan your itinerary and transportation before you travel. There are many monkeys in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. Do not feed them casually to prevent scratches. Tianmen Mountain Cableway is divided into three tour routes: A, B, and C. Understand and choose the route that suits you in advance. Zhangjiajie is located in a mountainous area, and the climate changes greatly, so remember to bring rain gear and sunscreen with you. 💕 The beauty of Zhangjiajie needs you to experience it yourself. Pack your bags and set off! Let the unique peaks and beautiful waters of Zhangjiajie become the most beautiful memory of your journey. Does this make you look forward to your trip to Zhangjiajie? If you have different ideas about the itinerary or food recommendations, or want to know more about accommodation, you can always tell me.