Zhangjiajie / Tianzi Mountain Cableway

#November Destinations 2025 Tianzi Mountain Cableway: A Shuttle Through the Peak Forest of Wulingyuan's Core Area The Tianzi Mountain Cableway is an important sightseeing cableway located in the core area of ​​the Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan Scenic Area (Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve). It connects the foot of the mountain (lower station) with the summit of Tianzi Mountain (Helong Park, Tianzi Pavilion area), serving as a key transportation tool for tourists to quickly ascend and descend Tianzi Mountain and efficiently connect core scenic areas such as Yuanjiajie, Yangjiajie, and the Ten-Mile Gallery. Compared to the Tianmen Mountain Cableway's "direct flight from the city to the mountaintop," the Tianzi Mountain Cableway focuses more on "traversing through the peak forest and valleys," providing a unique perspective of close-up views of Zhangjiajie's iconic quartz sandstone peak forest. 📍Core Features and Experiences 1. A Dynamic Viewpoint Through the Peak Forest Gallery • Traversing the Canyon: The cable car route winds through the deep valleys and towering peaks of Tianzi Mountain, making visitors feel as if they are gliding atop countless towering stone peaks, allowing for close-up, eye-level, or bird's-eye views of these geological wonders. • Highlights: From the air, visitors can clearly see a different side of iconic Tianzi Mountain attractions such as Imperial Brush Peak, Fairy Scattering Flowers, and the West Sea Stone Forest, offering a unique perspective that cannot be obtained by ground-based tours. 2. A Key Hub for Efficient Tours • Saving Time and Energy: Tianzi Mountain is at a high altitude, and hiking up the mountain (such as climbing from "Wolong Ridge" at the end of the Ten-Mile Gallery to Helong Park) requires a significant amount of time and energy (thousands of steps, approximately 2-3 hours). The cable car takes only about 10 minutes to reach the summit, leaving valuable time for exploring the highlights at the top. • Optimized Itinerary: This is the core element of designing the Wulingyuan "Mountain-to-Side" loop. A common route is: Enter from the main gate → Take the eco-friendly bus to the lower station of the Tianzi Mountain Cableway → Take the cableway up the mountain → Visit Tianzi Mountain, Yangjiajie, and Yuanjiajie → Take the Bailong Elevator or the Tianzi Mountain Cableway (in the opposite direction) down the mountain from Yuanjiajie. 3. Smooth and Comfortable Sightseeing Experience • The cableway is a modern circulating gondola cableway, with a smooth ride, spacious cabins (usually 8-person cabins), and large windows for easy viewing and photography. • Compared to the Tianmen Mountain Cableway, its one-way travel time is shorter, but the scenery density is extremely high, ensuring a non-stop experience. 📍Practical Riding Information • Location: • Lower Station: Located within the Wulingyuan Scenic Area, near the Ten-Mile Gallery scenic spot, accessible by the scenic area's eco-friendly bus. • Upper Station: Tianzi Mountain summit, near Helong Park. • Ticketing: • Cable car tickets must be purchased separately and are not included in the Wulingyuan core scenic area entrance ticket. Tickets can be purchased on-site or in advance through official online channels. • The price is usually around RMB 72 one way (please refer to the latest official announcement for the exact price). • Common Tour Routes: 1. Route A (Classic Route): Wulingyuan Landmark Gate Entrance → Take the eco-friendly bus to the lower station of Tianzi Mountain Cableway → Take the cable car up the mountain → Visit Tianzi Mountain (Helong Park, Imperial Brush Peak, Fairy Scattering Flowers) → Take the eco-friendly bus to Yuanjiajie (Enchanting Terrace, First Bridge Under Heaven) → Take the Bailong Elevator down the mountain → Take the eco-friendly bus back to the Landmark Gate. 2. Route B (Reverse Loop): Landmark Gate Entrance → Take the eco-friendly bus to the lower station of Bailong Elevator → Take the elevator up to Yuanjiajie → After visiting Yuanjiajie, take the eco-friendly bus to Tianzi Mountain → After visiting Tianzi Mountain, take the cable car down the mountain. • Riding Suggestions: 1. Timing: Try to take the cable car up the mountain in the morning for better lighting, making it easier to enjoy the scenery and take photos, and avoiding the afternoon crowds on the way down. 2. Weather Considerations: Clear skies offer the best views. After rain, there's a chance to see the misty, ethereal peaks, but dense fog may completely obscure the view. 3. Cabin Seating: When going up, choose a seat facing the direction of travel for a wide view and to easily photograph the peaks in front and to the sides. 4. Expected Queues: During peak tourist seasons (holidays, summer vacation), queues may be long; please allow sufficient time. The Tianzi Mountain Cableway is an efficient tool and scenic enhancement for in-depth exploration of the Wulingyuan Scenic Area. It not only eliminates the hardship of climbing but also transforms a tedious journey into a condensed and exciting aerial view of the peaks. For tourists with limited time or those who wish for a more relaxed tour, taking the cable car is a wise choice to maximize the value of your visit. As the gondola slowly rises from a forest of rocky peaks, the grandeur and exquisite beauty of Zhangjiajie's landscape come into view. These ten minutes are enough to become an unforgettable highlight of your Zhangjiajie trip.