6-day Exploring the Harbor Views of Hong Kong and the Avatar Mountains of Zhangjiajie
6-Day Hong Kong, Zhangjiajie Tour
This six-day adventure invites you to experience the striking contrast between Hong Kong’s dazzling skyline and Zhangjiajie’s surreal quartz sandstone pillars.
Enjoy a panoramic view of Victoria Harbour from the Peak Tram, then fly or take a high-speed train to explore the "Avatar Mountains." Stroll across the glass bridge, ride the world’s tallest outdoor elevator, and witness nature’s most extraordinary architectural wonders.
Per person based on 2 travelers in 4-star hotels
Highlights
- Cityscape: Ascend Victoria Peak for breathtaking views of the harbor, explore the Aberdeen floating village, and unwind on Repulse Bay's crescent-shaped beach.
- Natural Wonders: Discover the towering pillars of Yuanjiajie, the inspiration for the floating Hallelujah Mountains in "Avatar"; ride the awe-inspiring Bailong Elevator and take in panoramic views of Tianzi Mountain.
- Extreme Challenges: Walk across the world’s longest and highest glass bridge at Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, then test your nerve on the cliffside glass walkway of Tianmen Mountain—one journey, two exhilarating experiences. Conquer the 999 steps to reach the summit of Tianmen Mountain's Heaven's Gate.
- Seamless Transition: Travel comfortably by high-speed rail (approximately 6.5 hours) from the urban energy of Hong Kong to the natural marvels of Zhangjiajie.
Tour Itinerary
- Harbour Plaza 8 Degrees Hong Kong or hotel of similar caliber

- None
Your English-speaking guide will greet you at the arrivals hall and escort you directly to your hotel. Check in and take some time to recover from any jet lag.
- Harbour Plaza 8 Degrees Hong Kong or hotel of similar caliber

- Breakfast
Half-Day Tour of Victoria Peak, Aberdeen, and Repulse Bay (meals not included): Your Hong Kong guide will pick you up from the hotel for a tour lasting up to five hours. Hong Kong, with its unique blend of Eastern and Western cultures, is an exciting travel destination.
This half-day excursion will take you to one of Hong Kong's most popular attractions—Victoria Peak. You'll ride the 112-year-old Peak Tram and visit the iconic Peak Tower. Next, you'll head to Aberdeen Harbour, famous for its community of fishermen living on boats. You have the option to take a sampan ride for $10-12 to experience this distinctive lifestyle. The final stop is Repulse Bay, one of Hong Kong’s most prestigious and upscale residential areas.
- Hilton Garden Inn Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan or hotel of similar caliber

- Breakfast
Today, you will journey to Zhangjiajie by high-speed train. The guide and driver will meet you at the hotel at the appointed time and drive you to the West Kowloon Railway Station, where you will board the high-speed train to Zhangjiajie.
Upon arrival at Zhangjiajie West Railway Station, your guide will greet you and meet with the driver, then proceed to the hotel. After checking in, you will have the opportunity to relax in your room.
- Hilton Garden Inn Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan or hotel of similar caliber

- Breakfast, lunch
Today, you will visit Zhangjiajie Forest Park. After breakfast at the hotel, your guide and driver will pick you up. Since you'll be staying at a hotel near the scenic area tonight, please take your luggage with you when you check out.
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in Hunan Province is a world-renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site (1992), celebrated for its iconic pillar-like formations shaped by natural erosion, with a forest coverage exceeding 90%. The park features famous attractions such as Yuanjiajie and Tianzi Mountain.
To reach the park's highest point, you will ride the Bailong Elevator—the world's tallest and fastest sightseeing lift. This glass elevator ascends to a height of 335 meters in just two minutes, offering breathtaking views of the sandstone peaks.
At the summit of Yuanjiajie, you can explore the world-renowned First Bridge and marvel at the magnificent Hallelujah Mountains made famous by the film "Avatar."
Tianzi Mountain, hailed as the "Monarch of the Forest," boasts over 80 natural viewing platforms with stunning vistas. It is famed for its four natural wonders: the swirling mists around the peaks, magnificent sunrises, tranquil moonlit nights, and snow-capped winter mountains.
The guide will arrange lunch at a suitable local restaurant according to the day's schedule and will cater to your culinary preferences.
After concluding today's tour, the driver will transport you and your guide to a hotel near the Zhangjiajie Scenic Area. Once you check in, you can retire to your room for a well-deserved rest.
- Home2 Suites By Hilton Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain or hotel of similar caliber

- Breakfast, lunch
After breakfast at the hotel, your guide will pick you up for a drive to the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. Today, you’ll explore Baofeng Lake and the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge.
Baofeng Lake is nestled within a basin amidst the mountainous terrain. A shuttle bus will take you from the entrance to the dock, where you’ll board a wooden boat for a 30-minute lake tour. As you gently glide across the clear waters, you'll admire the uniquely shaped peaks and enjoy traditional songs performed by the local ethnic minority, making for a delightful experience.
The Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon is an emerging natural wonder, blending mountains, streams, caves, cliffs, and forests. The world’s longest and highest glass bridge is located here. Walking 300 meters above the ground on this glass bridge will be a thrilling highlight of your trip! If you prefer not to experience the glass bridge, we can opt for alternative routes to explore the area.
Your guide will arrange lunch according to the day’s itinerary, typically at a nearby restaurant, ensuring you savor local culinary specialties tailored to your preferences.
After touring the scenic areas, your guide and driver will return you to the hotel to rest. This concludes today’s itinerary, and the remaining time is yours to enjoy at leisure.
- Breakfast, Lunch
On the last day of this tour, you will take a cable car directly from the city center to Tianmen Mountain. It's home to the world's highest natural through-mountain karst cave! On a cloudy day, Tianmen Cave looks like a gate leading to the fairyland.
This cable car ride takes 30 minutes, and it's the longest cable car in the world. To reach Tianmen Cave, you need to climb 999 steps. This is quite a challenge for many people and requires some perseverance, but you'll feel a great sense of achievement after finishing it.
Next, you'll walk on the glass skywalk suspended above a kilometer-high cliff. Standing on it, you can overlook the 99-bend mountain road that winds like a giant dragon.
After that, you'll take a chair lift to the highest point of Tianmen Mountain. Standing there, you'll have the feeling of overlooking all the other mountains from a high vantage point. Moreover, the scenery you see on the mountaintop varies with different seasons.
In spring, the mountains are ablaze with flowers; in summer, the sea of clouds surges; in autumn, the red leaves are like fire; and in winter, the mountains are covered with white snow. Then, you'll take the cable car back to the city.
After having lunch in the city, the tour guide and the driver will send you to Zhangjiajie Airport, where you can take a flight and leave Zhangjiajie.
What's Included
- Hotels are included in the itinerary.
- China's domestic flights/trains are specified in the itinerary.
- Entrance fees.
- Meals are detailed in the itinerary.
- Private transfers.
- Private English-speaking guide and driver.
- Service charges and taxes.
Notes
- The itinerary outlined above can be customized to align with your personal interests and preferences. Please feel free to share your thoughts with us, and we will gladly make the necessary adjustments.
- Pricing is subject to change based on the itinerary, activities, travel season, number of participants, and hotel selection. We provide accommodations across all levels for our tours, including renowned 5-star hotel chains, well-located 4-star hotels, and high-value 3-star hotels at various destinations.

