Zhangjiajie: Tianmen Mountain & 72 Qilou Combo Tickets

Three of Zhangjiajie's biggest sights on one ticket: no separate lines for each

You get entry to your choice of three major Zhangjiajie attractions (Tianmen Mountain with its staircase and cave, the 72 Qilou towers, and Furong Town) without buying tickets at each gate. The cable car down from Tianmen is included, and optional experiences like the glass walkway and escalator can be added. Book your time slot in advance, bring your passport, and enter only during your reserved window.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Tianmen Mountain and attractions

• Take Tianmen Mountain Cableway
• Walk Skyline Avenue road
• Climb 999-Step Staircase
• See Tianmen Cave natural arch
• Experience Glass Walkway

The experience

The 999-step staircase at Tianmen Mountain is the first thing that stops you. Each step is said to bring a blessing in Chinese tradition, and by the time you reach the top (where Tianmen Cave sits 131.5 meters high, the world's highest natural arch). You understand why pilots flew through it in 1999 just to prove they could. The mountain itself rises to 1,518.6 meters, and the cable car down takes 28 minutes, dropping 1,277 meters while you watch villages and reservoirs shrink below you. That's Asia's longest alpine cableway, and it's included in most of the combo packages.

What makes this work is the flexibility. You pick which attractions matter to you: Tianmen Mountain alone, or add the 72 Qilou towers (open 8am to 10pm), or Furong Town (7am to 3:30pm), or all three. The glass walkway at Tianmen is optional and costs extra (5 CNY per 60-meter section), but it's worth knowing about if you want that particular kind of adrenaline. The escalator up to Tianmen Cave is also separate (32 CNY), so you can skip the 999 steps if your knees aren't interested. Entry is strict about timing (you book a slot and have to use it during that window, no early or late entry), but that's what keeps the crowds manageable and means you're not standing in line for hours.

You'll need your original passport at the gate. They enforce real-name policy. The Tianmen Mountain Cableway, the Three Cableways inside the national forest park, the Bailong Elevator, and optional activities like the mountain slide and lake cruise can all be pre-booked through the same service if you want to add them on. Public transport runs nearby if you're not arranging a private driver, and the whole setup is designed so you're not juggling separate tickets for each spot.

What’s included

• Your combo ticket includes entry to your chosen attractions (Tianmen Mountain, 72 Qilou towers, and/or Furong Town), the Tianmen Mountain Cableway descent, and insurance.
• Optional paid services: the escalator to Tianmen Cave (32 CNY), glass walkway sections (5 CNY each), and summit cable car (25 CNY one-way), can be added on-site.
• Pre-booking is available for the Three Cableways, Bailong Elevator, zip line, mountain slide, and lake cruise.
• You must enter during your reserved time slot with your original passport.

Options for this experience

5 options

Furong Town along with the 72 Towers07:00 and 08:30Tickets: Admission to the two scenic spots is included. Notice: When booking, contact customer service to confirm your travel date, otherwise tickets will be arranged under the default route.

Tianmen Mountain07:00 and 08:30Tickets: Admission to the one scenic spot is included. Notice: When booking, contact customer service to confirm your travel date, otherwise tickets will be arranged under the default route.

Furong Town, plus Tianmen Mountain07:00 and 08:30Tickets: Admission to the two scenic spots is included. Notice: When booking, contact customer service to confirm your travel date, otherwise tickets will be arranged under the default route.

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Tianmen Mountain and the 72 Towers07:00 and 08:30Tickets: Admission to the two scenic spots is included. Notice: When booking, contact customer service to confirm your travel date, otherwise tickets will be arranged under the default route.

Tianmen Mountain, 72 Qilou & Furong07:00 and 08:30Tickets: Admission to the three scenic spots is included. Notice: When booking, contact customer service to confirm your travel date, otherwise tickets will be arranged under the default route.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:00 and 08:30

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (14 to 88 years) · Child (1 to 13 years)

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Zhangjiajie Local Travel Agency

Is this one for you?Best for travelers who want to see Zhangjiajie's three signature attractions without buying separate tickets at each entrance or arranging transport between them: the fixed time slots mean you plan your day once and stick to it, which removes the guesswork on a short visit.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 13 years).

Do I have to do all three attractions, or can I pick just one?

You choose. The package offers five options: Tianmen Mountain alone, 72 Qilou and Furong Town, or various combinations of all three.

What time can I enter each attraction?

Tianmen Mountain: 8am–4pm. 72 Qilou: 8am–10pm. Furong Town: 7am–3:30pm. You must enter during your reserved time slot.

Is the cable car down from Tianmen Mountain included?

Yes, the Tianmen Mountain Cableway (28 minutes, 7,455 meters) is included in packages that feature Tianmen Mountain.

Can I do the 999-step staircase, or is there an alternative?

The staircase is the main route. An escalator to Tianmen Cave is available separately for 32 CNY if you prefer not to climb.

Is the glass walkway included?

No. The glass walkway at 1,430 meters is optional and costs 5 CNY per 60-meter section. It's weather-dependent.

What do I need to bring for entry?

Your original passport. Real-name policy is strictly enforced at the gate.

Can I change my entry date or time after booking?

No. Changes require a new booking. Missed entries due to personal reasons are non-refundable.

Are there optional activities I can add?

Yes. The cable cars inside Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Bailong Elevator, zip line, mountain slide, and lake cruise can be pre-booked separately.

What happens if the weather is bad?

Partial closures may occur due to weather or safety. No refunds are issued in such cases.

Is insurance included?

Yes, insurance is included in the package.