Embark on a spectacular 7-day winter trip through Northeast China, flying into Harbin and departing from Changchun.
Your journey unfolds from the dazzling Harbin Ice and Snow Festival to a picturesque night in Snow Town, leading to the thrilling Winter Fishing Ceremony at Jingpo Lake. Your adventure culminates at Changbai Mountain, offering magnificent scenery, soothing hot springs, and a unique rime-covered river rafting experience.
Hereunder please find a sample itinerary. Our travel experts will be happy to customize a tour to meet your interests and needs.
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Ride a warm shuttle bus up Mt. Changbai to witness the stunning Heavenly Lake. Afterward, visit the spectacular Changbai Ice Waterfall, the serene Green Deep Pool, and stroll through the snowy virgin forest.
Ascend a viewing platform to gaze upon the enchanting, picturesque nightscape of Snow Town, a miniature winter wonderland illuminated by countless lights.
Explore Jingpo Lake, China's largest alpine lava barrier lake, often likened to Switzerland's Lake Geneva. Enjoy a variety of activities on the ice, and visit the reconstructed Ninggu Tower Old City, a scene from the hit drama Empresses in the Palace.
Get up close with gentle reindeer at Reindeer Park and experience the unique bond of hand-feeding them. Don't miss the photogenic 'Snowman Army,' 'Frozen Roses,' and other whimsical ice and snow sculptures!
Challenge yourself by taking a raft ride under the condition of -30 ℃ on a hot spring river flowing through a rime icy world. This is a unique activity that people can only experience in the Changbai Mountain Area.
Appreciate gorgeous snow sculptures in Sun Island and enter the ice world at the best time to enjoy contrasting scenery during the day and night.
Treat yourself to a legendary local breakfast and explore a wide selection of popular snacks in the heart of the ice city.
Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests.
Upon arrival, you'll have an airport pickup with your private guide. The rest of the day is yours to explore Harbin on your own. You can visit landmarks like Central Street, St. Sophia Church, and Zhaolin Park.
Dive into Harbin's most iconic morning market—the city's ultimate foodie hotspot. Warm up your morning with a legendary local breakfast and a variety of steaming street snacks.
Visit the Siberian Tiger Park. This is a thrilling experience where the Siberian tigers run close to the safari bus, and you might even get a chance to see baby tigers.
Next, you will head to Sun Island. During the 38th Snow Expo, you can closely appreciate the snow sculpture art and enjoy a variety of colorful snow entertainment activities.
At sunset, head to the world's largest ice and snow theme park, the Ice and Snow World, and immerse yourself in a transparent, fairy-tale world.
The day begins with a 5-hour journey from Harbin to Snow Town. Upon arrival, you'll check into a distinctive local hotel where you'll stay tonight.
Once settled, prepare to be captivated by the landscape: You'll admire the naturally formed "snow mushroom" features and whimsical drifts that look like scenes from a video game.
You'll have ample time to explore Xueyun Avenue, which is lined with charming shops and local specialty snacks. For fantastic photos, climb the Bangchui Hill Scenic Walkways to get a stunning, panoramic view of the village.
As night falls, the town transforms. The streets will host a lively Yangge performance (a traditional folk dance), and for a memorable experience, you can even join the massive group disco!
Travel three hours from Snow Town to the Jingpo Lake Scenic Area, where you will enjoy a local specialty cold-water fish feast for lunch.
In winter, flowing water and converging cliffs form a spectacular ice waterfall. Thanks to underground hot springs, the lake never freezes, allowing you to watch a thrilling cliff diving performance. A must-do here is watching the large-scale winter fishing ceremony and the local-style winter fishing itself.
After sightseeing, you will travel 4 hours to the hot spring hotel at Changbaishan, where you can soak in the hot springs surrounded by winter snow.
Visit the Northern Slope Scenic Area of the Changbaishan World Heritage site to appreciate its volcanic landforms.
At the summit, you will find Heavenly Lake, the highest and largest crater lake in Northeast Asia, offering breathtaking views. You will also visit the Grand Waterfall, the Underground Forest, and sample hot spring-boiled eggs at the Julong Hot Spring.
The Beauty Pine Sky Bridge Park is an excellent spot to appreciate the rare and beautiful beauty pines. A walk along the park's winding trails, flanked by snow-dusted pines, offers a sense of tranquility.
If you wish to explore Erdaobaihe Town further, your guide and driver will be available for you.
This morning, you can experience a special 30-minute raft ride on Mt. Changbai's hot spring river, where temperatures can drop to −30°C. If the weather permits, you will see gorgeous rime lining the riverside during the rafting.
Next, visit the Reindeer Park. Here, you can feed the reindeer and enjoy ample photo opportunities with an array of snowmen, snowy cabins, and frozen rose walls.
In the afternoon, you will take a 2.5-hour high-speed train from Changbaishan to Changchun, the capital city of Jilin province.
Visit the Imperial Palace of Manchukuo, which served as the residence of Puyi, the last emperor of the Qing Dynasty, during his tenure as the puppet emperor under Japanese rule.
Next, explore The Hill, a popular shopping mall designed to look like a mountain (similar to Chongqing's Hongya Cave). Visitors can explore its unique structure, finding a variety of establishments, including snack shops, handicraft stores, boutiques, and bookstores.
After visiting, you will head to Changchun Longjia International Airport to end your trip.
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