1-Day Private Tour to Mt.Tianmen & Glass Skywalk & Night Light
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Is 1-Day Private Tour to Mt.Tianmen & Glass Skywalk & Night Light worth booking?
1-Day Private Tour to Mt.Tianmen & Glass Skywalk & Night Light is a 6-hour experience in Zhangjiajie, China, from $20 per person. It scores 86 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 65 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 86 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (65)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $20 per person
Begin this tour with the world’s longest cable car to the summit of Tianmen Mountain. Walk along the Glass Skywalk, admire the dramatic views of Heaven’s Gate, and climb the famous nine hundred and ninety nine steps. If
What you get
- 72 Tujia Stilted Building( Only for Night Tour )
- Two Escalators
- Hotel pick up and drop off in Zhangjiajie City, Airport or Railway Station
- Private English tour guide
- Two Cablecars and Shuttle Bus
- One Glass Skywalk
About this experience
Begin this tour with the world’s longest cable car to the summit of Tianmen Mountain. Walk along the Glass Skywalk, admire the dramatic views of Heaven’s Gate, and climb the famous nine hundred and ninety nine steps. If you choose night tour, as night falls, enjoy the illuminated mountain landscape before visiting the culturally rich 72 Tujia Stilted Building. This tour combines natural scenery, adventure and local culture in a relaxed private setting.
What's included
Included
- 72 Tujia Stilted Building( Only for Night Tour )
- Two Escalators
- Hotel pick up and drop off in Zhangjiajie City, Airport or Railway Station
- Private English tour guide
- Two Cablecars and Shuttle Bus
- One Glass Skywalk
Not included
- Any private expenses
- Transportation out of Zhangjiajie City
- The lift on the top of mountain ( optional )
What you'll see and do
Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park
Our tour guide and driver will meet you in the hotel lobby, pay a visit to Tianmen Mountain. Regarded as the soul of Zhangjiajie, Tianmen Mountain is the highest mountain in Zhangjiajie. The views include graceful ancient trees, karst hillocks and long roads that are carved from the sides of the cliff. The cablecar takes approximately 30 minutes from the city center to the mountain top and is the longest one in the world. The most popular attractions on the top of mountain are Heaven Gate, Glass Skywalk, 99 Bend Road and so on. Note: You will start this tour in the afternoon if you want to enjoy the night light show on the top of Tianmen Mountain, and only Ticket A & C tickets are available.
360 minutes here · Admission included
72 Tujia Stilted Buildings Scenic Area
Go to 72 Tujia Stilted Building after Tianmen Mountain, 72 Tujia Stilted Building is more than just a building—it’s a celebration of Zhangjiajie’s cultural diversity and architectural ingenuity. Whether you’re a history buff, a culture enthusiast, or simply looking for a unique experience, this tower is a must-see on your trip to Zhangjiajie! Do not miss the night lights show in the evening.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Tianmen Mountain Daytime Tour
Private & No Shopping: A daytime tour without 72 Stilted Building; all tickets, guide and private transportation are included. Duration: 7 hours Pickup included
Night Tour+72 Stilted Building
Private & No Shopping: Enjoy Heaven's Gate light show, pay a visit to 72 Stilted Building; Tickets, guide and private transportation are included Duration: 7 hours Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tour-Zhangjiajie
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Full name, passport number, date of birth and nationality are required at time of booking for all participants
- Please book your hotel in Zhangjiajie City, such as Huatian, Sunshine, Hampton By Hilton and so on
- There are 3 kinds of tickets for Tianmen Mountain: A, B and C. If you book this tour with us at least 5 days in advance, we will book the route A or B for you, while, in holidays, tickets always sell out quickly, so we cannot guarantee. Route C will sometimes be reserved to ensure your entry.
- You will start this tour in the afternoon if you want to enjoy the night light show on the top of Tianmen Mountain, and only Ticket A & C tickets are available.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 65 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
65 verified traveler reviews for 1-Day Private Tour to Mt.Tianmen & Glass Skywalk & Night Light. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Tour Zhangjiajie
We a group of 9 friends went to zhangjiaji through direct contact with tour operator in the last month of August. The owner of the tour operator Andy is such a nice person. He helped us with the itenary for 4nights and 5days and coordinated very well. He speaks fluent English. He took care of us very well throughout the entire tour and the hospitality was very good. The tour guide Lilly was excellent. Definitely I recommend this tour operator and I give 5 star review for this tour operator.
Response from the operator: Hi there, thanks so much for your wonderful review online about our services, cheerful to know that you had a great time with our tour guide Lily, It's the positive experiences of customers like you that make our jobs here at Tour-Zhangjiajie so rewarding. Choose Tour-Zhangjiajie, Make Your Trip Easy !
via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience at Zhangjiajie
Today we had an amazing experience at Tianmen Mountain. We Will never forget the landscapes we have seen. Our guide Vicky was incredible and really helpful throghout the entire tour. Her english was very good and she told us a lot of the Zhangjiajie history. She was also really kind and recommend us very good restaurants and places to visit nearby. We truly recommend this to everyone.
Response from the operator: Dear valued guest, so delighted to know that you had a great time with our tour guide Vicky, as our goal is to provide satisfactory travel experiences to our customers, your positive review is a huge recognition for us. It would be our pleasure to accompany you to other fascinating destinations! Choose Tour-Zhangjiajie, Make Your Trip Easy !
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Super guide Lilian
Amazing experience with our guide Lilian!!!
Response from the operator: Hi there, at Tour-Zhangjiajie, we place customer satisfaction as top priority and we do everything possible so that our customers could have unforgettable travel experiences. Your satisfaction is our best reward; we look forward to creating more happy memories with you! Choose Tour-Zhangjiajie, Make Your Trip Easy !
via Tripadvisor
The BEST Zhangjiajie Experience
We had the most amazing 4-day experience in Zhangjiajie with our wonderful tour guide, Vicky Liu! ❤️ We had our itinerary planned, but Vicky was incredibly clever and experienced when it came to choosing the right activities at the best times. Thanks to her excellent planning, we avoided long queues and managed to escape the biggest crowds. She knows the parks so well and always knew exactly where to go and when to go there. Words are not enough to express how grateful we are to Vicky for making our Zhangjiajie experience so special and unforgettable. She speaks English very well, is extremely knowledgeable, and knows all the best ways to explore the parks while avoiding the crowds. And most importantly, Vicky took us to some of the BEST Chinese restaurants, where she made sure we could enjoy delicious, non-spicy dishes that were kind to our European stomachs! 😂 We had amazing meals every single day! If you are planning a trip to Zhangjiajie, I highly recommend asking for Vicky Liu as your tour guide. You will be in the best hands! Thank you, Vicky, for four incredible days! We had the BEST time in Zhangjiajie! 🏔️❤️✨
Response from the operator: Hi there, thank you for the shout-out! We’re thrilled Vicky’s knowledge, enthusiasm, and crowd-navigation skills made your trip so smooth and engaging in Zhangjiajie. We hope to welcome you back to uncover even more of what makes this country unique. Choose Tour-Zhangjiajie, Make Your Trip Easy !
via Tripadvisor
Tour around Zhangjiajie
We had a fantastic tour of Zhangjiajie and the Avatar Mountains with our guide, Zhenzhen. Everything was very well organized, and we always felt that we had the right amount of time to enjoy each place without feeling rushed. Zhenzhen was excellent throughout the whole experience. She spoke very good English, was friendly and knowledgeable, and helped us navigate the crowds and queues, which made a big difference in such busy attractions. She always made sure everything ran smoothly and that we could make the most of our time. Zhangjiajie is absolutely spectacular, and having Zhenzhen as our guide made the experience even better. We really enjoyed these days and would definitely recommend both the tour and Zhenzhen to anyone visiting the area!
Response from the operator: Dear guest, so glad Zhenzhen made your trip seamless and memorable! We’re already looking forward to your next visit—thank you for exploring with us! Choose Tour-Zhangjiajie, Make Your Trip Easy !
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Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $20 to $255
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 23
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 86
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
1-Day Private Tour to Mt.Tianmen & Glass Skywalk & Night Light: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Zhangjiajie.
How much does 1-Day Private Tour to Mt.Tianmen & Glass Skywalk & Night Light cost?
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Prices start at $20 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Zhangjiajie usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 1-Day Private Tour to Mt.Tianmen & Glass Skywalk & Night Light take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Zhangjiajie is not rushed.
Is 1-Day Private Tour to Mt.Tianmen & Glass Skywalk & Night Light worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 86 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 65 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Zhangjiajie, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 1-Day Private Tour to Mt.Tianmen & Glass Skywalk & Night Light?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 1-Day Private Tour to Mt.Tianmen & Glass Skywalk & Night Light suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 1-Day Private Tour to Mt.Tianmen & Glass Skywalk & Night Light?
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Around 23 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Zhangjiajie can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Zhangjiajie and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 1-Day Private Tour to Mt.Tianmen & Glass Skywalk & Night Light start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Zhangjiajie within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Zhangjiajie?
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On Outty we rank every Zhangjiajie experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 1-Day Best Mini Group & Private Tours to Mt. Avatar & Forest Park, 1-2 Days All-inclusive Tours: Mt Avatar, Glass Bridge, Mt Tianmen, 1-Day Private Zhangjiajie Tour to Avatar Mountain & Glass Bridge. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Zhangjiajie?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Zhangjiajie?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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