Winter Wonderland | 5-Day Classic Harbin Tour

Suggested activities during free time:

1. City Stroll: Take a walk around the area, enjoy the dreamlike ice and snow scenery along the way, admire the lifelike and exquisite ice sculptures in the streets and alleys, visit the diverse urban architecture, and experience the enchanting scenery of Harbin that seems to transcend reality. You can also go to the Songhua River and enjoy popular winter activities such as ice skating and ice fishing, just like the locals.

2. Enjoy the local cuisine: Stroll through the snack street, savor the most authentic Harbin delicacies, and experience the local lifestyle and unique food culture.

3. Zhaolin Park: Zhaolin Park offers a free Harbin Ice Lantern Festival, the birthplace of Chinese ice lantern art. Here, you can admire a variety of ice sculptures, experience making ice lanterns, and watch exciting ice sculpture performances, making it a very fun experience.

Suggested way to get there:

1. By Air: Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB) is the main airport in Harbin, with many domestic direct flights, such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Xi'an, Chengdu, Chongqing, Shenzhen, etc., as well as international direct flights, such as Japan and South Korea.

2. Train: Harbin has 4 train stations. You can take the high-speed train from Beijing (5-6 hours), Shanghai (12 hours), Shenyang (2-3 hours), etc. to Harbin.

Then, head to Sun Island , known as the "Little Switzerland of the East," to embark on a magical winter adventure. The " International Snow Sculpture Art Expo " held on Sun Island is a major highlight of the Harbin Ice and Snow Festival and a must-see destination for winter tourism in Harbin. Here, you can admire various snow sculptures on different themes, including lifelike depictions of Mr. Snowman, Monkey King Returns, the Legendary Sacred Flame, and Snowy Spring, which are truly breathtaking.

Optional Activities (at your own expense): If you are interested in polar animals, you can visit Harbin Polarland , China's first original theme park featuring polar animal entertainment performances, and the world's first polar performance amusement park. Here, you can enjoy close-up performances by penguins, sea lions, polar bears, and other polar animals, which is highly entertaining.

After the tour, you will visit the world's largest ice and snow theme park – [ Ice and Snow World ]. A top tourist destination in Harbin, it is world-renowned for its magnificent, imposing, and beautiful ice and snow landscapes, allowing you to deeply appreciate the charm of ice and snow art. In this ice and snow kingdom meticulously created by top global artists, you can see unique ice sculptures such as ice terracotta warriors, giant dragons, morning fishing, and giant diamonds. You can also enjoy food and drinks in the ice restaurant, offering a unique experience. Furthermore, popular winter activities at Ice and Snow World, such as the super-long ice slide, snowflake Ferris wheel, a snow-covered disco for thousands, and fireworks shows, will allow you to experience the ultimate joy of Ice and Snow World from multiple perspectives.

Travel tips :

1. Pay attention to keeping warm: Harbin winters are very cold, so it is essential to have warm items such as long down jackets, thermal underwear, sweaters, thermal underwear, fleece-lined cotton pants, hats, gloves, scarves, and waterproof and non-slip boots.

2. Protect your eyes: The sunlight reflected off the snow is quite strong, so it is recommended to wear sunglasses to protect them. If you are nearsighted, it is recommended to consider switching to contact lenses, as the heat generated by your eyes can cause the lenses to fog up, thus obstructing your vision and making it unsafe.

3. Protect electronic devices: In cold weather, the batteries of electronic devices drain faster. It is recommended to carry a portable power bank or place them in a warmer place.

4. Best time to visit: There are fewer tourists in the morning, so you can explore and take photos to your heart's content and enjoy the tranquil ice and snow world; the afternoon is sunny and is the best time to appreciate ice and snow sculptures; in the evening, you can enjoy the beautiful night view and watch various dazzling light shows.

Optional Activities (at your own expense): China Snow Town also offers many thrilling winter activities, such as horse-drawn sleigh rides, dog sledding, snowmobiling, snow tubing, and skiing, allowing you to experience the unique fun of winter in northern China from multiple perspectives.

As night falls, the snow village is exceptionally enchanting under the colorful and dazzling lights, as if stepping into a dreamlike ice and snow fairytale world. The houses, illuminated by the lights, resemble "cream cakes," "snow mushrooms," and even "castles"—the ever-changing shapes are captivating. You can head to the viewing platform to overlook the snow village's unique and dreamlike night view and enjoy a wonderful evening.

Precautions:

1. Some hotels in Xuexiang, China may not provide toiletries, so it is recommended to bring your own in case of need.

2. If you want to better experience local life, you can stay in a traditional "kang" room, which is a heated brick bed with a fire underneath, providing warmth in the cold winter; if you want to experience the original features of Xuexiang, you can stay in a characteristic wooden house.

3. During peak season, accommodation in China Snow Town is in high demand, so we strongly recommend that you book your accommodation in advance.

Alternatively, you can choose to hike 1.8 kilometers (about 25 minutes) to the Bangchui Mountain viewing platform to overlook the magnificent panoramic view of Xuexiang and the tranquil and peaceful village scenery.

Then, you will visit Dream Home , a landmark attraction in China's Snow Town . Here, you can see snow mushrooms of various shapes and shapes, admire the charming snow scenery, watch a wonderful Errenzhuan performance, take the most beautiful photos, and experience a variety of fun activities.

In the afternoon, we will bid farewell to the dreamlike ice and snow wonderland and return to Harbin by car.

Optional activities (at your own expense): The Bund Snowman Wharf also offers a variety of ice activities, such as ice slides, rotating snow slides, hovercrafts, snowmobiles, snow karting, and more than 30 other activities suitable for people of different ages. You can choose to play according to your own preferences.

After the tour, you will visit Harbin's iconic landmark, St. Sophia Cathedral , the only existing Byzantine-style Orthodox church in China. Its unique architectural style blends Chinese and Russian influences, resulting in a magnificent yet elegant and refined aesthetic. The enormous green "onion domes" are a major highlight. You can stroll through St. Sophia Cathedral, admiring its grand and solemn architecture, learning about its rich history, and capturing magical and dreamlike moments.

Next, you will continue your journey to Central Street , known as "Asia's No. 1 Street." It is the longest pedestrian street in Asia and the earliest in China, as well as Harbin's most bustling shopping and entertainment center and a symbol of the city. Strolling along the street, you can admire diverse architectural styles including Baroque, Renaissance, and Eclecticism, browse various handicrafts and international brands, watch entertaining street performances, and sample unique Sino-Russian fusion cuisine, such as Harbin red sausage, Madier ice cream, and sweet and sour pork.

Afterwards, you can continue to Stalin Park to admire the elegant and simple Russian-style architecture, see exquisite sculptures such as swans spreading their wings, three boys, sword dancing, and diving, and experience activities such as ice skating, sledding, and snowmobiling.

Finally, you will visit the largest "Chinese Baroque" architectural complex in China - the Laodaowai Street . Stroll along this Chinese Baroque-style street, where you can admire the century-old buildings that blend Eastern and Western architectural styles, browse the quaint old shops, and taste authentic Harbin delicacies.

After the tour, your unforgettable exploration of Harbin and Snow Town will come to an end. Our guide will then take you back to your accommodation or to the airport/train station. If you would like to extend your trip and explore more Chinese destinations, such as Beijing, Shanghai, Yunnan, Xi'an, Zhangjiajie, Chengdu, Tibet, Xinjiang, Guilin, etc., please contact us to make arrangements.