Best Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park Tours & Trips

Tianmen Mountain is located in Zhangjiajie, Hunan Province, China. It is best known for the natural “Tianmen Cave” and the 999 steps leading up to it, which is depicted as the stairway to heaven. The Tianmen Mountain cableway is the world's longest alpine passenger cableway that climbs to the top of the mountain in one ride.
Show All
17 Results
Filters
Places
Dates & Length
5-Day Epic China Zhangjiajie Adventure Private Tour·Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Bailong Elevator, Tianmen Mountain and Phoenix Ancient Town
Guaranteed Departure
Free Cancellation
5.0 Tour Code: 741684
Start / End City
Zhangjiajie
Duration
5.0 Days
City & Attractions
Zhangjiajie, Fenghuang County, Cili +41 more
Languages
Chinese Live, English Live
Group Type
Private Tour
From
$462.54
3-Day Best of Zhangjiajie Tour·Zhangjiajie National Forest Park | Tianmen Mountain | Cliff Glass Plank Road | Tianmen Cave
Guaranteed Departure
Free Cancellation
5.0 Tour Code: 741855
Start / End City
Zhangjiajie
Duration
3.0 Days
City & Attractions
Zhangjiajie, The Rocky Natural Bridge, Tianmen Cave +24 more
Languages
English Live
Group Type
Mini Group
From
$237.64
3-Day Private Zhangjiajie Highlights Tour·Tianmenshan National Forest Park, Tianmen Cave, Ten Mile Gallery & Huanglong Cave
Guaranteed Departure
Daily breakfast
4.7 (10 reviews) Tour Code: 741645
Start / End City
Zhangjiajie
Duration
3.0 Days
City & Attractions
Zhangjiajie, Cili, The Rocky Natural Bridge +35 more
Languages
Chinese Live, English Live
Group Type
Private Tour
Save 10%
From $324.49
$297.38
4-Day Zhangjiajie Private Package Tour with Lunch: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Free Cancellation
Daily Departure
5.0 (5 reviews) Tour Code: 710901
Start / End City
Zhangjiajie
Duration
4.0 Days
City & Attractions
Zhangjiajie, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Yuan Jiajie +5 more
Languages
English Live
Group Type
Private Tour
From
$1,390.00
4-Day Zhangjiajie Highlights Private Tour: Yuanjiajie, Tianzi Mountain, Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, Baofeng Lake and Tianmen Mountain
Daily Departure
Daily breakfast
5.0 (8 reviews) Tour Code: 709659
Start / End City
Zhangjiajie
Duration
4.0 Days
City & Attractions
Zhangjiajie, Tianzi Mountain, Bailong ladder +4 more
Languages
English Live
Group Type
Private Tour
Tour Audience
Primarily English-Speaking Travelers
From
$724.46
14-Day China's Natural Marvels Expedition Private Tour from Beijing: Xi'an, Zhangjiajie, Guilin, Yangshuo and Shanghai
Daily Departure
Daily breakfast
Chinese Meal
4.8 (18 reviews) Tour Code: 690222
Start / End City
Beijing, Shanghai
Duration
14.0 Days
City & Attractions
Beijing, Xi'an, Zhangjiajie +18 more
Languages
English Live
Group Type
Private Tour
Tour Audience
Primarily English-Speaking Travelers
Save 2%
From $4,352.02
$4,264.98
6-Day Hunan Private Tour· Zhangjiajie, Fenghuang Ancient Town, Furong Town, Tianzi Mountain, Baofeng Lake
Guaranteed Departure
Free Cancellation
5.0 Tour Code: 741702
Start / End City
Zhangjiajie
Duration
6.0 Days
City & Attractions
Zhangjiajie, Fenghuang County, Cili +37 more
Languages
Chinese Live, English Live
Group Type
Private Tour
From
$553.94
2-Day Breathtaking Zhangjiajie Adventure Private Tour·Tianmenshan National Forest Park, Tianzi Mountain and Ten Mile Gallery
Guaranteed Departure
Daily breakfast
5.0 Tour Code: 741603
Start / End City
Zhangjiajie
Duration
2.0 Days
City & Attractions
Zhangjiajie, The Rocky Natural Bridge, Heaven - Approaching Platform +29 more
Languages
Chinese Live, English Live
Group Type
Private Tour
From
$186.76
2-Day Zhangjiajie Private Tour·Tianmenshan National Forest Park | Yuanjiajie | Tianzi Mountain | Ten Mile Gallery
Guaranteed Departure
Daily breakfast
5.0 Tour Code: 741774
Start / End City
Zhangjiajie
Duration
2.0 Days
City & Attractions
Zhangjiajie, The Rocky Natural Bridge, Heaven - Approaching Platform +34 more
Languages
Chinese Live, English Live
Group Type
Private Tour
From
$208.26
9-Day China Culture&Nature Tour: Shiyan, Chengdu and Zhangjiajie | Wudang Mountain, Jiuzhaigou and Zhangjiajie National Forest Park | Free Airport Transfer | Special Date Offer
Most Meals Included
Daily breakfast
4.9 (5 reviews) Tour Code: 746400
Start / End City
Shiyan, Zhangjiajie
Duration
9.0 Days
City & Attractions
Shiyan, Chengdu, Dujiangyan +9 more
Languages
Chinese Live, English Live
Group Type
Standard Group Tour
Save $750.00
From $2,049.00
$1,299.00
11-Day Authentic China and Avatar Dreams Tour from Beijing: Shanghai, Luoyang, Xi'an, Zhangjiajie | Tianmen Mountain, Wulingyuan & Longmen Buddhist Caves
Daily breakfast
Select Meals Included
5.0 Tour Code: 745914
Start / End City
Beijing, Zhangjiajie
Duration
11.0 Days
City & Attractions
Beijing, Shanghai, Luoyang +16 more
Languages
English Live, Spanish Live
Group Type
Standard Group Tour
Operator
Europamundo Vacaciones
From
$3,526.00
9-Day China Wudang Mountains, Emei and Zhangjiajie Adventure Tour: Taoist Temples, Pandas & Avatar Landscapes | 5-Star Hotels | Special Date Offer
Most Meals Included
Daily breakfast
4.9 (5 reviews) Tour Code: 746427
Start / End City
Shiyan, Zhangjiajie
Duration
9.0 Days
City & Attractions
Shiyan, Chengdu, Leshan +10 more
Languages
Chinese Live, English Live
Group Type
Standard Group Tour
Save $750.00
From $2,049.00
$1,299.00
5-Day Vibrant Hunan Group Tour· Zhangjiajie National Park, Fenghuang Ancient Town & Provincial Capital Changsha
Guaranteed Departure
Free Cancellation
5.0 Tour Code: 741960
Start / End City
Changsha
Duration
5.0 Days
City & Attractions
Zhangjiajie, Changsha, Fenghuang County +48 more
Languages
Chinese Live, English Live
Group Type
Small Group Tour
From
$391.18
6-Day Scenic Hunan Group Tour·Zhangjiajie National Park, Glass Bridge & Tianmen Highlights
Guaranteed Departure
Free Cancellation
5.0 Tour Code: 742047
Start / End City
Changsha
Duration
6.0 Days
City & Attractions
Zhangjiajie, Changsha, Xiangxi Prefecture +54 more
Languages
English Live
Group Type
Mini Group
From
$639.79
5-Day Scenic Zhangjiajie Group Tour· National Park Wonders & Fenghuang Ancient Town
Guaranteed Departure
Free Cancellation
5.0 Tour Code: 741885
Start / End City
Zhangjiajie
Duration
5.0 Days
City & Attractions
Zhangjiajie, Fenghuang County, The Rocky Natural Bridge +17 more
Languages
English Live
Group Type
Mini Group
From
$705.60
1
2
Why book with Tours4fun?
Best Price Guarantee
Transparent Pricing
Travel Safety Assurance
24/7 Multilingual Support

Best Time to Visit Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park

Spring 2026/2027
In spring (March-May), Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park enjoys mild weather with temperatures rising from 12°C (54°F) to 18°C (64°F), cloaked in misty veils and bursting with rhododendron blooms. The iconic Tianmen Cave, reachable via the winding 99-bend road or the scenic cable car, becomes a breathtaking sight amid fresh greenery. Hiking the plank path along sheer cliffs offers thrilling views, while the glass walkway delivers adrenaline amidst serene mountain landscapes. Lower elevations around Zhangjiajie come alive with lush foliage and cascading waterfalls, ideal for nature photography and cultural encounters with local Tujia people celebrating the Spring Festival and March 3rd traditions.
Show All
Summer 2026
Summer at Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park brings mild temperatures around 22–28°C (72–82°F), with lush greenery and frequent mist creating a serene, cool escape. The iconic Tianmen Cave, reachable via the winding 99-bend road or the cable car, offers breathtaking views and photo opportunities. Hiking trails like the Sky Bowl Path and cliffside walkways provide immersive forest experiences, while the glass skywalk thrills adventure seekers. Lower elevations near Zhangjiajie remain warm, making the mountain a perfect highland retreat for nature lovers and photographers through June to August.
Show All
Autumn 2026
In autumn, Tianmen Mountain enjoys mild temperatures between 10-20°C (50-68°F), with crisp air and golden foliage enhancing its dramatic peaks and sheer cliffs. The iconic Tianmen Cave, reachable via the winding 99-bend road or the cable car offering panoramic views, becomes especially breathtaking amid fall colors. Hiking trails like the Sky Trail and Glass Walk thrill visitors with lofty vistas, while the serene Golden Buddha Temple adds cultural depth. Cooler weather makes this ideal for exploring Zhangjiajie's natural beauty with fewer crowds.
Show All
Winter 2026/2027
Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park in winter (December-February) features crisp, cool weather with average temperatures ranging from 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F), often blanketed in soft snow and frost. The mountain’s iconic Tianmen Cave, shrouded in mist and ice, becomes a breathtaking spectacle, while the winding 99-bend road glimmers under a snowy veil. Visitors ride the scenic cable car through snow-dusted pine forests, enjoying serene views of Zhangjiajie's towering peaks and frozen waterfalls. The glass skywalk offers thrilling, frost-kissed panoramas, and winter light displays enhance the mystical atmosphere, making it a peaceful yet adventurous off-season escape.
Show All

Reviews for Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park Tours

E
9-Day China Culture&Nature Tour: Shiyan, Chengdu and Zhangjiajie | Wudang Mountain, Jiuzhaigou and Zhangjiajie National Forest Park | Free Airport Transfer | Special Date Offer

High-speed trains between Chengdu, Huanglong, and Jiuzhaigou were so convenient and comfortable. Smooth transfers made our multi-day journey easy and stress-free.

Show All
R
4-Day Zhangjiajie Highlights Private Tour: Yuanjiajie, Tianzi Mountain, Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, Baofeng Lake and Tianmen Mountain

Family Adventure of a Lifetime

This tour was a perfect hit with our family of four, including our two teenagers! It masterfully combined the awe-inspiring natural wonders of the National Forest Park with adrenaline-pumping activities like the thrilling zipline in the Grand Canyon.

Show All
Y
4-Day Zhangjiajie Private Package Tour with Lunch: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

An exceptional tour that I highly recommend!

This 4-day private Zhangjiajie tour was everything we hoped for. Day 2’s hike and views from Yuanjiajie were unforgettable. Day 3’s Grand Canyon and Glass Bridge were exhilarating. Tianmen Mountain on Day 4, with its cable car and high-altitude trestle, was a highlight. The private tour allowed us to enjoy these wonders at our own pace, and the included tickets made the logistics effortless.

Show All
P
14-Day China's Natural Marvels Expedition Private Tour from Beijing: Xi'an, Zhangjiajie, Guilin, Yangshuo and Shanghai

Wonderful and beautiful trip

This trip was a visual feast. Zhangjiajie's mountains were stunning, the Li River cruise in Guilin was picturesque, and Yangshuo's countryside was incredibly relaxing. Each day brought new surprises and discoveries. The Great Wall and Forbidden City in Beijing, historical sites in Xi'an, and the vibrant city life in Shanghai were all captivating. Highly recommend for nature and culture enthusiasts.

Show All

FAQs about Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park Tours

How do I get from Zhangjiajie city to Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park?

Take Bus 10 or the dedicated shuttle from Zhangjiajie市区 (city center) to the Tianmen Mountain Cable Car Station – the ride takes 30–40 minutes. Taxis are also available for around 100–150 CNY. The cable car starts directly from the station, providing a non-stop ride to the mountain summit, eliminating the need to hike up.

Is the glass skywalk at Tianmen Mountain safe for visitors?

Yes, the glass skywalk is engineered to withstand extreme weather and heavy foot traffic. Built 1,400 meters above ground, it uses multiple layers of reinforced tempered glass and undergoes daily inspections. Visitors are required to wear disposable shoe covers, and railings are secured along the entire path to ensure safety.

What’s the best time of year to visit Tianmen Mountain to avoid rain and fog?

Visit between April and October for the clearest visibility and stable weather. May–June and September are optimal – avoiding both the rainy season peak (July–August) and winter fog (November–March). Mornings typically offer the best visibility before clouds roll in around midday.

Can I buy Tianmen Mountain ticket and cable car pass on-site, or should I book online?

You can buy tickets on-site, but booking online via official platforms (e.g., WeChat “Tianmen Mountain” account or Ctrip) is strongly recommended. Online booking guarantees entry, avoids long queues, and secures your timed cable car slot – essential during holidays and peak seasons.

Insider Travel Offers

Sign up for early access to new tours, limited-time offers & travel perks.