January Trip to Zhangjiajie! Here's the Truth!

To be honest, I was initially drawn to Zhangjiajie by the enchanting rime when planning my trip at home. 😍 However, upon arrival, I realized that there was little rime left on the mountain. 😭 But 🤩, visiting Zhangjiajie in the off-season was surprisingly delightful! Fewer people and beautiful scenery were unexpected rewards! Especially for us southerners, playing in the snow at Qixing Mountain Ski Resort was a dream come true. Now, I want to share our travel itinerary with you. If you want to visit Zhangjiajie in winter to avoid the peak season, make sure to plan your trip soon! 1️⃣ Travel Itinerary 🚗: For those who find the high-speed train too time-consuming, you can choose to travel by ✈️ plane. Since we joined a tour group in advance, someone picked us up at the airport and took us to the hotel. We didn't have to worry about transportation and accommodation in the city, and we easily checked in with the group. After tasting the famous local dish, Sanxia Guo, we returned to the hotel to rest and prepare for the next day's trip to Tianmen Mountain! 🌄 Tianmen Mountain You can complete the tour in just one day, with three different ways to experience the same route: A: Take the large cable car up the mountain + the express cable car down the mountain. This option is suitable for those who don't want to walk too much. B: Take the express cable car up the mountain + the large cable car down the mountain. If you enjoy the feeling of climbing, you can choose this route. C: Use the express cable car for both directions. This option is suitable for those who want to challenge themselves and don't want to miss any beautiful scenery. 🌟 Personal Recommendation: I personally prefer option A because going downhill is much easier than going uphill, allowing you to enjoy the scenery more leisurely. 🌳 Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is recommended to be visited over two days, otherwise, it may be tiring and difficult to see everything. - Day 1: Enter from the East Gate → Bailong Elevator → Yuanjiajie → Yangjiajie → Tianzi Mountain → Tianzi Mountain Cable Car → Return to the East Gate - Day 2: Depart from the East Gate again → Ten-mile Gallery → Golden Whip Stream → Huangshi Village → Oxygen Bar Square → Exit from the South Gate 🎿 Qixing Mountain Ski Resort was a hidden gem we discovered after arriving! We didn't have high hopes for seeing snow, but we were pleasantly surprised to find a ski resort here. You can reach the ski resort entrance directly via the cable car from the foot of the mountain. It's recommended to go skiing early to avoid crowds. We arrived at around 8 am and played for over two hours before other tourists started arriving. It felt like we had the place to ourselves! 📌 Tips: 1️⃣ When taking the Bailong Elevator, remember to stand at the front near the glass for the best view! 2️⃣ There are eco-friendly buses between each attraction. If you get carsick easily, remember to bring medication. 3️⃣ Be careful not to provoke the monkeys on the mountain to avoid getting scratched. ⚠️ If you're visiting specifically for the rime, be sure to check the weather forecast in advance and plan your time accordingly, or you may miss the best viewing period. 🎫 Tickets for the two main attractions need to be purchased in advance, and online booking is more convenient. If you're a student, remember to bring your student ID for discounts. 🧣 Due to the large temperature difference between the mountain and the foot of the mountain, please wear warm clothing and choose non-slip shoes to ensure a safe and comfortable journey.