How to plan three days
Three days adds Huangshizhai and Golden Whip Stream to the two-day highlights, for a slower, fuller visit — ideal for photographers and families with seniors and children.
Day 1: Yuanjiajie + Yangjiajie
Ride the Bailong Elevator up to Yuanjiajie to see Mihun Terrace, the First Bridge Under Heaven and Hallelujah Mountain; transfer to Yangjiajie for Wulong Village and Tianbo Mansion; stay in Wulingyuan town.
Day 2: Tianzishan + Ten-Mile Gallery
Go up to Tianzishan for Yubi Peak, Xiannü Sanhua and Helong Park, then take the cableway down to the Ten-Mile Gallery — by mini-train or on foot.
Day 3: Huangshizhai + Golden Whip Stream
In the morning ride the Huangshizhai Cableway up for the summit loop views; in the afternoon enter Golden Whip Stream from the Forest Park gate and walk along the stream to Shuizhaosi for an easy finish.
Tips
- The ticket is valid for 4 days, so a three-day plan is relaxed;
- Schedule the most tiring day when you are freshest;
- Bring rain gear and grippy shoes in the wet season — the odds of a sea-of-clouds shot are actually higher.
