Yabuli Junior Skiing – Check in Internet Celebrity Train – Most Beautiful Yaxue Highway – Xueyun Street – Xuexiang Museum – Xuexiang – Jingbo Lake Demon Realm – Changbai Mountain Scenic Area – Changbai Mountain Waterfall – Lvyuan Lake – Yanji Water Market – Yanbian University – Internet Celebrity Wall Check in
Trip Highlights
❄Yabuli Snow Town： Check in at Yabuli's iconic thermometer and European-style small train.
❄China Snow Town： Here stands the highest peak in the north, the densest forest, the purest sunlight, and the most authentic life of lumberjacks.
❄Northeast Yangko Dance|Thousand-person bonfire|Snowy Street： Encounter the most beautiful snow village
❄Changbai Mountain North Slope Scenic Area： There is Changbai in the north, and it is lucky to meet it when it is on par with the clouds
❄Yanji - Internet Celebrity Barrage Wall： Hurry up and get the Instagram style photo of the same internet celebrity
❄Yanji Floating Market： Sampling local specialties: Yellow beef soup rice, pork and cabbage soup rice, glutinous rice chicken, and rice cakes
Itinerary
DAY 1: Across the country – Arrival in Harbin -24-hour airport pick-up – Check into Harbin hotels
Dining: None, Accommodation: Harbin 4 Diamond Hotel
We arrive in Harbin, the world-renowned “Ice City,” often called the “Pearl under the Swan’s Neck.” A private car will pick you up. Due to the extreme cold, we will first visit an outdoor gear store to purchase winter essentials before taking you to the hotel, offering panoramic views of Harbin’s vibrant cityscape along the way.
Recommended Cuisine:
- Iconic Dishes:
- Guobaorou (sweet and sour pork) & Braised Pork Ribs (Old Kitchen, Old Renyi)
- Authentic Western Cuisine:
- Huamei Western Restaurant, Portman Restaurant, Madier Western Restaurant
- Russian-Inspired Bread:
- Da Lieba (Madier, Huamei, Qiulin)
- Bazhong Street Delights:
- Zhangbao Steamed Buns, Laoshanghao Hot Pot, Zhangfei Braised Pork
- Must-Try Snacks:
- Madier Ice Cream, Candied Hawthorns, Qiulin Red Sausage, Harbin Beer
- Viral Restaurants:
- Hutong BBQ (Bubble Lamb Ribs, Yogurt Dessert)
Important Notes:
Electronics: Cold weather drains battery life quickly; carry a power bank.
Winter Gear: Purchase thermal clothing (gloves, hats, snow boots) for -20°C to -30°C temperatures. Protect ears, hands, and feet from frostbite.
Climate Adaptation: The dry climate requires extra hydration and skincare.
Hotel Deposit: Pay and retain the receipt for a full refund upon check-out (if no damage).
DAY 2：Harbin – Music Road – Yabuli Skiing – European-style Train Station – Horse drawn sled – Stay at Yabuli/Erlanghe
Take an early bus to Yabuli Ski Resort – Yabuli Ski Tourist Resort.
Along the way, enjoy the breathtaking northern scenery of “thousands of miles of ice peaks and snow-covered landscapes” (approximately a 3-hour drive). Yabuli hosted all the snow events of the 3rd Asian Winter Games in 1996 and serves as the permanent venue for the annual China Entrepreneur Forum, earning it the nickname ”China’s Davos.”
Experience the “Platinum Noble Sport” of skiing at the beginner-friendly ski area with a 3-hour session (free equipment provided: snow shoes, skis, and poles). After skiing, enjoy free time to build snowmen, have snowball fights, or simply explore.
Detailed Itinerary Highlights:
Yabuli Snow Town: Admire the charming European-style train station and unique windmill villas with their distinctive architecture.
Later: Return by bus to Harbin/Acheng, reminiscing about the day while reviewing your snowy photos.
Check-in: Visit the Yabuli (internet-famous thermometer) and ride the European-style mini-train before settling in for the night at a Yabuli/Erlanghe homestay.
DAY 3：Yaxue Highway – Snow Spinning Ride – Northeastern Yangko Dance – Snow Rhythm Street – Snow Township Museum – Bangchui Mountain Sightseeing Plank Path – Snow Township/New Snow Township
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 3-5 person heated kang (traditional heated brick bed) in New Snow Township
After breakfast, take a coach to [China Snow Township] (120 RMB/person included, covering shuttle bus fees within the scenic area; approximately a 2-hour drive).
Along the journey, marvel at the breathtaking winter vistas of silver-clad forests and snow-blanketed wilderness. Nestled deep in the mountains, China Snow Township has gained global recognition thanks to award-winning photographs captured here. It boasts the highest peaks, densest forests, thickest snowdrifts, purest sunlight, and most authentic lumberjack lifestyle in northern China.
At the Yaxue Rest Stop, soak in the mesmerizing snowscapes—a living canvas of ever-shifting forms. Upon arrival in Snow Township, savor a dinner of hearty Northeastern farmhouse cuisine at a rustic local eatery.
Cultural Highlights:
Northeastern Yangko Dance: A beloved regional folk tradition. Though fewer perform it today, its admirers continue to grow.
Thousand-Person Bonfire: Gather with fellow travelers to ignite a roaring flame amidst a winter fairyland. Each year, enthusiastic visitors participate in the “wild bonfire dance” (Note: Both activities are complimentary gifts organized by the scenic area and may be canceled due to snowstorms; participation depends on actual conditions).
Snow Township Nightscape: The scenery transforms into a magical realm as pristine white snow, bathed in the glow of crimson lanterns, resembles floating clouds descending to earth—a spectacle of endless wonder.
DAY 4：Snow Township – Jingpo Lake Winter Fishing – Erdaobaihe
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Erdaobaihe Hot Spring Hotel
After breakfast, take a coach to Jingpo Lake (admission included).
In northeastern China’s frigid winters, the lake’s surface freezes to a thickness of approximately one meter. Resourceful ancestors chiseled holes in the ice to set fishing nets, leveraging the prolonged freezing season (lasting up to six months) for natural preservation of their catch. The thick ice also facilitated transportation, enabling easy movement of people and horses—key factors that have sustained the ”winter fishing” tradition for centuries.
Winter Fishing Culture
This unique fishing method, exclusive to northeastern China, carries a nearly thousand-year history. It flourished during the Liao and Jin dynasties, deeply rooted in the lifestyles of northern nomadic tribes. Today, it transcends mere subsistence, evolving into a cherished cultural heritage. Visitors can witness this traditional practice, engage in lively ice-based activities, and observe fishers hauling in their nets.
Note: Jingpo Lake typically freezes around December 30th. Winter fishing tours are unavailable during this period. No alternative attractions or refunds will be provided.
Later, proceed to Erdaobaihe and check in at a hot spring hotel.
Hot spring access is complimentary; no refunds will be issued for non-participation. Please bring swimwear. Guests not occupying beds do not receive complimentary hot spring access.
DAY 5： Drifting in the Demon Realm (a themed drifting experience) — Changbai Mountain Scenic Area — Changbai Mountain Waterfall — Green Abyss Pool (Lvyuantan) — Yanji
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Comfortable hotel in Yanji
【Drifting amidst the Rime in Changbai Mountain’s Magic Realm】 (Self-paid expense: 198 RMB per person, duration approximately 60 minutes; queuing may be required during peak tourist seasons). Have you ever experienced drifting on a river that remains unfrozen despite temperatures plummeting to minus 20 degrees Celsius in the deep winter of Northeast China? Along the way, you can admire the stunning rime scenery while drifting on the water, following the river’s flow. Drifting was once a primitive way for humans to traverse water. Riding in a rubber raft downstream, amidst the vast expanse of sky and water, with crystal-clear river water that flows swiftly at times and gently at others, you may wonder how the extraordinary rime spectacle comes into being here, what kind of sparks will fly between the rime and drifting, and how breathtakingly beautiful it is when the branches on both sides of the river are adorned with rime. This is an experience unique to our region.
Head to the 【North Slope Scenic Area of Changbai Mountain】 (including a 105 RMB entrance ticket, excluding the scenic shuttle bus). Upon arrival, transfer to an eco-friendly shuttle bus and spend approximately 4.5 hours exploring the North Slope of Changbai Mountain, where you can admire the 【Primitive Forest】, the 【Betula Ermanii Forest Belt】, and the world’s rare 【Vertical Landscape Zone】; visit the world’s highest volcanic crater lake—【Heaven Lake of Changbai Mountain】 (you can opt to take the Changbai Mountain shuttle bus to Heaven Lake for an additional fee of 80 RMB per person, subject to weather conditions); witness the world’s largest volcanic lake waterfall—【Changbai Waterfall】; tour the filming location of “Flying Fox of the Snowy Mountain”—Small Heaven Lake, Medicine King Valley, and observe the Julong Hot Spring Cluster; and visit Green Abyss Pool—feel the splashing of the ice waterfall and its mysterious tranquility. Surrounded by Betula Ermanii trees, it seems as if a silver halo encircles the pool, hence its other name, “Silver Ring Lake.” The Green Abyss Pool scenic area, often referred to as a miniature Jiuzhaigou, is breathtakingly beautiful. Proceed to Erdaobaihe Town near Changbai Mountain, where the natural volcanic rocks of Changbai Mountain allow you to experience authentic volcanic hot springs. Bathing in this natural oxygen bar, you’ll feel as if you’ve entered a paradise on earth, surrounded by peace and serenity. Later, head to Yanji to check into your hotel.
DAY 6：Yanji Water Market — Yanbian University — Check-in at the Internet-famous Wall — Harbin
Dining: Breakfast
Accommodation: Cozy Home (or “your warm home”)
【Yanji Water Market】 Indulge in a self-guided tasting of local specialties: beef soup with rice, pork and cabbage soup with rice, glutinous rice chicken, rice cake, and more. After satisfying your appetite, take a ride to 【Yanbian University】 to admire the architecture in Korean ethnic style. Check out the internet-famous “bullet screen street” adjacent to the university, where you can savor grilled meat, stone pot rice, ginseng chicken soup, mentaiko (seasoned roe), and other delectable dishes, while capturing a series of photos brimming with a “Korean vibe.”
【Yanbian University – Internet-Famous Bullet Screen Wall】 (Free check-in, time at your discretion) Take a glimpse of Yanbian University from the outside, a prestigious institution recognized as a “World-Class Discipline Construction University” by the state, a key university under China’s “Project 211,” a key construction university for western development, a university jointly supported by the Jilin Provincial Government and the Ministry of Education, as well as by the Jilin Provincial Government and the State Ethnic Affairs Commission. Stepping onto its campus, you’ll feel as if you’ve traveled abroad due to its exotic ambiance. The internet-famous wall at Yanbian University, adorned with bilingual signboards exuding a Korean flair, offers the perfect backdrop. Grab a cup of milk tea, sling a canvas bag over your shoulder, and instantly transform into the leading lady of a Korean drama. Don’t miss the chance to snap some trendy Instagram-worthy photos!
Afterward, you will be escorted to 【Yanji Railway Station】 for the conclusion of the tour, where you can return to your warm home (either in Yanji or Harbin, depending on your preference).