Breakfast→Huanglong Cave→Lunch→Grand Canyon→Dinner
On days when you need to walk a longer distance, it's important to eat more for breakfast; otherwise, when your eyes want to see more, you'll find that your stamina can't keep up, and that would be such a pity.
The total distance is 10 kilometers, you can choose to take a taxi or the bus. Taxi: Set the destination to “Huanglong Cave”, it takes about 10-20 minutes and costs approximately 20 yuan. Bus: Take the Wulingyuan Route 1 bus at the bus stop in front of the Wulingyuan Hotel's basketball gym, the trip takes about 30-40 minutes and the fare is 2 yuan.
Business hours: 08:00 - 17:00 Suggested visiting time: 2 - 3 hours Ticket price: 121 yuan, including a 60-yuan entrance ticket, a 36-yuan boat ride fee, and a 25-yuan tour guide explanation fee. Although the explanation is only in Chinese, it is still necessary to purchase because there are many forked paths in the cave and it is not fully developed. It will be safer to have someone lead the way. Tickets can be purchased at the offline ticket office of the Huanglong Cave Scenic Area. For people over 60 years old and children, the ticket price is 67 yuan per person. Learn about Huanglong Cave In addition to the reputation of "the underground pearl of Wulingyuan", this karst cave also has titles such as "the wonder of world karst caves", "the all-round champion of world karst caves", and "the most beautiful tourist karst cave in China". It has a total length of 7.5 kilometers, and the explored cave floor area is about 100,000 square meters. It is divided into two layers of dry caves and two layers of water caves, a total of four layers, with a vertical drop of 140 meters. It is a typical karst landform. Inside the cave, stalactites, stalagmites, stone pillars, stone flowers, stone curtains, etc. are in various shapes and dazzling. Huanglong Cave has a long history. According to legend, during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty (1736 - 1796), the mage He Junru led his apprentices into the cave to pray for rain and unfortunately died. Before his death, Master He left the last words "Let the fields in front of the door dry up, don't touch the Huanglong Spring", which made Huanglong Cave neglected for a time. It was not until 1983 that the local villager Mao Jinchu organized a cave exploration that the mysterious veil of this underground wonder was unveiled, bringing considerable tourism income to the local area. Six tourist areas are now open, namely the Dragon Dance Hall, Xiangshui River, Tianxian Water, Tianzhu Street, Dragon Palace, and Labyrinth. There are dozens of peaks in the cave, and it is full of stalactite pillars, stone whips, stalagmites, etc. formed by the solidification of calcium carbonate aqueous solution. Each tour guide will design a route according to the density of people flow, so the visiting order may be different. Whether taking a boat first or later is reasonable, and you can see the complete scenery of the entire karst cave. Please follow the tour guide closely and start today's cave exploration. Avoiding Pitfalls Tips 1. There are many unlicensed tour guides at the scenic area entrance who say "30 yuan to take you around the whole journey", but they will promote blessing plaques/ zodiac stones throughout the journey, and the experience is not good. 2. There are two free photo - taking points in the karst cave. Although taking photos is free, it costs 20 yuan to take the photos away! You can pick them up at the exit. If you don't plan to take the photos, please don't queue up for taking photos. 3. In the shopping street that you must pass through at the exit, the prices of raspberry tea and cured meat are twice as high as those at the foot of the mountain. 4. The "Labyrinth Adventure" with an additional charge of 15 yuan is not recommended! It is just a narrow staircase + colored light strips, and the scenery is completely the same as that of the main scenic area. 5. If you want to take a photo with the "Dinghaishenzhen" (a famous stalactite in the cave), you must think about your pose in advance because there are many people taking photos and the security guards will urge you. 6. There are no restrooms after entering the cave. There are restrooms before reaching the entrance. Please relieve yourself here in advance. 7. Although you may not understand the tour guide's explanation, you still need to follow the tour guide. Never leave the crowd and act alone. There are many forked paths here and it is very easy to get lost! 8. The Wi - Fi does not completely cover the inside of the cave. There may be poor signal in some areas, and it may affect the opening of apps. Please understand. 9. It is relatively difficult to take a taxi in the Huanglong Cave area. But taking a bus to the Grand Canyon will waste a lot of time. Taking a taxi will be faster.
After a morning of exercise, you must be feeling quite hungry. Let's go and taste some of the local specialties and replenish our energy for more physical activity in the afternoon.
There are two options to get from Huanglong Cave to the Grand Canyon: city sightseeing bus and taxi, but we recommend that you take a taxi if possible. The bus takes 2-3 hours, which will waste your precious vacation time and is not recommended.
Hours: 08:00-16:00 (last entry) Learn about the Grand Canyon Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon was originally called “Ran Chuan Gorge” and “Luan Quan Gorge.” Legend has it that the spring in Shenquan Stream once spouted many rotten boat planks, with no known source, hence the name “Ran Chuan Gorge”; also because the stone walls on both sides of the canyon are steep, with many streams and splashing waters, it is called “Luan Quan Gorge.” In 2006, Chen Zhidong, the founder of Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Tourism Development Co., Ltd., decided to develop this area and named the scenic spot “Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon,” covering an area of 22 square kilometers. Tips 1. Bring nothing but your mobile wallet; it is best to have a flexible protective case for your phone. 2. You cannot bring insulated cups into the scenic area; shoe covers are free (Tianmen Mountain charges for them). 3. If you want to try Via Ferrata, you can purchase a separate experience ticket for 138 yuan. 3. You can experience bungee jumping from 276 meters under the glass bridge, costing 2998 yuan. 4. If you want to take photos of the stunning glass bridge, the closer your phone lens is to the bridge surface, the better the photo effect. Route Overview: Parking Lot → Visitor Center → Yuntian Glass Bridge → Aixiang VR (optional) → Descent (three routes) → Hongqi Canal → Rainbow Square → Butterfly Spring Waterfall → Swallow Rock → Bandit Cave + Touch Cave → Shenquan Lake Boating Dock
There are two options for getting from the Grand Canyon to the Wulingyuan East Gate: city sightseeing bus and taxi. However, we recommend that you try to take a taxi, as the bus takes 2-3 hours, which is definitely not a good choice when you are tired and hungry. Taxi: You can set your destination to your preferred dinner location, which is about 23-25 kilometers away and takes approximately 30-40 minutes. City Sightseeing Bus: The pickup and drop-off locations for the city sightseeing bus are the same. You can choose 'Sign Gate'（标志门） as your destination, which will take you directly to 'Wulingyuan East Gate'.
After a day of ups and downs, let's replenish our consumed energy with a luxurious dinner and perfectly conclude the wonderful day.
200,000 years ago, the ‘Sea Steady Needle’ of Huanglong Cave began to grow at a rate of 0.1 millimeters per year. It does not know that there are still 73 million days until the day it meets you. And the Grand Canyon began to be gradually sculpted into its present shape by flowing water 3 million years ago. It also does not know that 10 billion days later, there will be a human being who sincerely praises it. For our mere hundred years of life, what we see today is an existence that is almost eternal and unimaginable. Standing in front of them, humanity's “grand narrative” suddenly becomes light. The eternity we have pursued all our lives is merely a grain of dust in the rhythm of the growth of stalactites; our anxious years are nothing but a single breath in the weathering speed of sandstone. Perhaps from this meeting we can glimpse a hint of transcendent truth; perhaps we can understand certain truths of life and nature through this dialogue. But in any case, you will not leave empty-handed. Time flows, and years pass quickly. When we meet again next time, I hope you will have a deeper understanding of life and a brand new perspective on the world. At that time, when you face this eternity again, will you have feelings similar to today, or will it be completely different? Let us embrace joy and shock, grateful for today's encounter. Let us hold expectations and curiosity, waiting for the next arrangement of fate. Good night. If you are satisfied with today's itinerary, please feel free to give us a favorable review. It will be of great help to others who want to travel to China. Of course, if there is anything that dissatisfies you, please let us know in time. This can urge us to continuously improve our services. Thank you very much.
1. How to get to Zhangjiajie: Major cities such as Beijing and Shanghai have direct flights to Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport. If you prefer to take the high-speed train, you can first travel to Changsha. As the capital of Hunan Province, Changsha has many delicious foods and fun activities for you to enjoy before taking the high-speed train to Zhangjiajie in 2-3 hours.
2. It is recommended to choose a hotel near the Wulingyuan area at the east gate of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, as this area is suitable for exploring the Grand Canyon, Huanglong Cave, and the forest park. If you want to fully explore these areas, staying for 3-4 days is necessary. Our itinerary today will also proceed on the premise that you stay in this region.
3. The internal temperature of Huanglong Cave is only 16 degrees Celsius; if you are entering in summer, please be sure to take a light jacket to prevent catching a cold. Also, remember to buy small bottles of mosquito repellent (驱蚊水) at nearby supermarkets, as mosquitoes in the waiting area outside the cave can be quite terrible.
4. There is no signal inside Huanglong Cave, but there is WiFi; please connect as prompted before entering. The internal paths can be quite slippery, so be cautious while walking and it is recommended to wear comfortable and non-slip shoes. To avoid disrupting your travel experience, it’s advisable to read relevant content in advance.
5. Visiting Huanglong Cave generally requires walking stairs, and there is also a boat ride which is quite small. If traveling with elderly or children who may have difficulty walking stairs or boarding the boat, it is suggested not to choose Huanglong Cave.
6. If it’s a sunny day, some areas of the Grand Canyon will be very sunny, so please bring sunscreen and sunglasses if you are worried about sunburn. Additionally, since there are slide projects in the scenic area, it is advised that females wear pants.
7. For safety considerations, the glass bridge will cease operations during heavy rain or icy weather, so please adjust travel plans in a timely manner.
8. Carrying thermal cups, sharp or hard objects, drones, etc., is not allowed on the Grand Canyon glass bridge. If you have similar items, you can store them in the shuttle waiting area at the foot of the mountain.
9. The high-altitude zip line requires a weight between 30-90 kg; those who weigh less can add sandbags.
10. Please wear comfortable shoes; you will need to walk a lot today.
11. Try to carry a power bank to ensure your phone stays charged.
12. Please be sure to bring your passport.
13. The Grand Canyon's operating hours are from 08:00 to 18:00; entry is not permitted after 16:00.
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★ 5.0 / 5 · 8 reviews from app travelers
A day of two spectaculars: Huanglong Cave's fairy-tale chambers and the boat ride along its underground river — keep an eye out for the giant salamanders — then the Grand Canyon's transparent bridge. The Xiangxi food at dinner was my husband's favourite of the trip. We finished tired, full and happy.
La cueva Huanglong es épica de verdad — estalactitas, el río subterráneo, un pilar de 19 metros que todavía sigue creciendo. Luego el puente de cristal sobre el cañón: 300 metros de «no mires abajo». Hasta hice la tirolina, que valió cada yuan. La cena local de Xiangxi con chiles selló el día. Adrenalina y comida, mi tipo de viaje.
Golden week made Huanglong Cave's queues real, but the cave is worth every minute: the 19-metre pillar still growing, the underground river boat ride, a constant 16 degrees. The Grand Canyon's glass bridge — 430 metres long, 300 metres up — had me gripping the rail. The Xiangxi dinner after was spicy and superb. Zhangjiajie goes three-dimensional indeed.
The little boat through Yellow Dragon Cave’s underground river felt like another world, and looking down 300 metres from the glass bridge was terrifying but amazing. Bring a light jacket — the cave is 16 degrees. Even that detail was in the itinerary. Nice.
If you want to feel like you're exploring another world, this is the tour for you. The Yellow Dragon Cave is immense, a massive cavern filled with stalactites and stalagmites, and we even took a boat ride on an underground river! It felt like a journey to the centre of the earth. But the highlight for me was the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon. Walking across the Glass Bridge was both terrifying and exhilarating! You can see the canyon floor hundreds of metres below your feet. The views are just epic. This tour packed in two massive natural wonders, and the logistics were handled perfectly. After all that adventure, we were treated to some delicious Xiangxi food. The local chicken dishes were so flavourful. It was a day of geological wonders that I won't forget.
Сталактиты Жёлтого драконьего грота — природный «интерьерный дизайн»: двадцать тысяч лет на девятнадцать метров — роскошнее любого рукотворного декора. Стеклянный мост на высоте 300 метров — ноги ватные, глаза сытые.
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