Begin your journey at Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, a UNESCO site where 3,000 quartzite pillars inspired Avatar's floating mountains. Ride the Bailong Elevator (world's tallest outdoor lift) to Yuanjiajie's viewing platforms overlooking the "Hallelujah Mountains." Walk the First Bridge Under Heaven, a natural stone arch spanning two peaks. After lunch, explore Tianzi Mountain's sea of clouds from Emperor Peak. As dusk falls, visit 72 Marvelous Towers for a cultural light show amid traditional Tujia architecture.
Ascend via the 7.4km cableway (world's longest) to Tianmen Mountain. Test your courage on the Glass Skywalk clinging to vertical cliffs, then hike the Plank Walk to the iconic Heaven's Gate - a 430ft natural arch. Descend the 999 Steps for blessings before returning to town.