Zhangjiajie National Forest Park & Glass Bridge: private day tour

The world's highest glass bridge spans 375 meters between two mountains at a height of 300 meters.

A private day tour of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park and Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, starting with hotel pickup and ending at the Glass Bridge. The itinerary covers Tianzi Mountain by cable car, Yuanjiajie (the Avatar mountains backdrop), and the Bailong Elevator descent, then moves to the Glass Bridge—the highest and longest in the world. Private guide, all park entry and cable car tickets, lunch, and hotel drop-off are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

• Meet guide at hotel lobby
• Transfer to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
• Take Tianzi Mountain cable car
• Explore Tianzi Mountain
• Transfer to Yuanjiajie area
• Visit Yuanjiajie and see Avatar Mountains
• Ride Bailong Elevator down the hill
• Take shuttle bus to parking lot
• Drive to Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon
• Walk on Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge
• Optional visit to Grand Canyon area

The Experience

Your driver and guide meet you at your hotel at 8:30am and drive to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site listed in 1992. The park sits within Wulingyuan Scenic Area but is known locally as Zhangjiajie. You'll take the Tianzi Mountain cable car up—about 20 minutes—to walk the peak where sharp sandstone pillars rise from the forest. Tianzi means "Heavenly Prince," and the mountain was the site of a Ming Dynasty battle 500 years ago; the scenic spots there blend historical stories with the landscape itself.

After 30 minutes on Tianzi, you transfer to Yuanjiajie, the backdrop for the film Avatar. Hundreds of tall sandstone pillars dominate the view, with the largest called Hallelujah Mountain. The area can draw crowds during peak season, but the World Highest Sightseeing Elevator—326 meters tall—cuts down walking time. You descend via the Bailong Elevator and take a shuttle bus to the parking lot, then drive 40 minutes to Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and the Glass Bridge.

The Glass Bridge is 375 meters long, 6 meters wide, and sits 300 meters above the canyon floor. It is the highest and longest glass bridge in the world. After crossing, you have the option to explore the Grand Canyon area further with your guide before returning to your hotel. Lunch is included during the day.

What’s included

• Private car and private guide in English or Chinese.
• entrance fees to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park and Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon.
• Tianzi Mountain cable car and Bailong Elevator tickets.
• lunch.
• hotel pickup and drop-off from Wulingyuan, Zhangjiajie hotel, airport or train station.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelInfant seats availableNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

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Is this one for you?The tour involves steady walking on mountain peaks and across the Glass Bridge at height, so moderate fitness helps you move through the day without strain. The 8-hour span and early 8:30am start mean you'll cover three major areas in one day, which works if you want the highlights without splitting the trip across multiple days.

Top questions

What is the Yuanjiajie area and why is it famous?

Yuanjiajie is the main filming location for Avatar and features hundreds of tall sandstone pillars, with Hallelujah Mountain being the most prominent. The pillars are larger than those in other areas of the park, and the landscape resembles an otherworldly scene.

How do I get up and down Zhangjiajie National Forest Park?

You take the Tianzi Mountain cable car to reach the peak, then later use the Bailong Elevator to descend the hill before transferring to the Glass Bridge area.

Is the Glass Bridge safe to walk on?

The Glass Bridge is built between two mountains of Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon at a height of 300 meters. It is engineered as a sightseeing structure, though it is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health.

What's included in the tour price?

The private car and private guide, all park entrance fees, cable car and elevator tickets, and lunch are included. Hotel pickup and drop-off are also part of the service.

How long is the drive to Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon from the national park?

The transfer to Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon takes approximately 40 minutes by car.

Can I choose a guide who speaks English?

Yes, your private guide can be arranged in English or Chinese; confirm your language preference when booking.