Zhangjiajie, China
What to see at Zhangjiajie and how to fit it into a China trip.
Quick answer
Towering sandstone pillar forests — inspiration for Avatar's floating mountains — accessible by glass-bottom bridge.
Best season for China: April–June; September–October. Recommended trip length: 12–16 Days.
About Zhangjiajie
Towering sandstone pillar forests — inspiration for Avatar's floating mountains — accessible by glass-bottom bridge.
Zhangjiajie is one of 15 places we cover in China, and falls on day 3 of our 5-day China plan. A 5-day China trip from Mumbai costs about ₹42,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in China
- Great Wall
- Forbidden City
- Li River
- Great Wall of China
- Forbidden City, Beijing
- Terracotta Army, Xi'an
- Li River, Guilin
- Shanghai Bund
Questions about Zhangjiajie
What is Zhangjiajie?
Towering sandstone pillar forests — inspiration for Avatar's floating mountains — accessible by glass-bottom bridge.
When is the best time to visit Zhangjiajie?
China's best season is April–June; September–October, which is the best window for Zhangjiajie too.
How many days do I need in China to include Zhangjiajie?
Trripah recommends 12–16 Days for China. Zhangjiajie fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Zhangjiajie in a China package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Zhangjiajie to a China plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.