Heilongjiang in winter is a northern wonderland sculpted by ice and snow. Blending magnificent natural landscapes with rich cultural traditions, it stands as an unparalleled destination for winter travels. As the central hub, Harbin hosts the age-old Ice Harvest Festival on the Songhua River. Amidst the thunderous rolls of drums, the harvested ice blocks are eventually transformed into the dreamlike Ice-Snow World.
Harbin’s winter cuisine is a delightful blend of hearty flavors and regional charm, perfect for warming up during the winter.
Itinerary Highlights
- Winter Exclusive: Explore China Snow Town – China’s Most Beautiful Winter Destination
- Winter Exclusive: VIP Tour of Harbin Ice-Snow World
- Premium accommodations are carefully selected throughout the journey
- Optional Extension: Explore Mohe – China's Northernmost City
Itinerary Outline
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Day 1
Arrival in Harbin
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Day 2
Harbin / Yabuli / Snow Town
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Day 3
Snow Town / Harbin
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Day 4
Harbin
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Day 5
Harbin
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Day 6
Departure from Harbin
Itinerary
Arrival in Harbin
Car Transfer: Airport to Hotel
Upon arrival, be met your guide, and transfer to your hotel.
Harbin, a renowned ice and snow city in northern China and a national historical and cultural city, seamlessly blends European charm with the bold spirit of the northern frontier.
Harbin / Yabuli / Snow Town
Car Transfer: Harbin to Snow Town
After breakfast, we will spend some time for winter clothes shopping before transferring to Yabuli for lunch and hot spring (approx.235km/4 hours), and then continue driving 1 hour to Snow Town and check into your hotel.
Enjoy night view of the town with lights.
Snow Town / Harbin
Snow Town Day Tour
Snow Town boasts a 7-month-long snow season, with snow depth reaching up to 2 meters. Its sticky snow texture allows for exquisite natural formations, including the fairy-tale "snow mushrooms" that look like scenes from a dream. Additionally, the scenic area offers a rich array of folk activities, perfectly complementing its winter charm.
Enjoy easy hiking in rime pine forest, and Mt. Wooden Club to have bird view of the town before transferring back to Harbin and checking into your hotel.
Harbin
Harbin Day Tour
In the morning, we will visit Heilongjiang Provincial Museum, set on a magnificent European Baroque-style building. Housing over 630,000 cultural relics and specimens, its collections span historical artifacts, animal and plant specimens, and prehistoric fossils—offering a profound insight into Heilongjiang’s rich local history, ethnic cultures, and unique natural ecology.
This afternoon, we will visit the St. Sophia Church (known for its Russian architectural style) & Stalin Park. Then, we will visit Soskin's Former Residence and the synagogue, followed by a leisurely stroll along Central Street.
Optional Activity
If you are interested, you may head to the theatre in the evening to enjoy a performance of Errenzhuan (二人转), a traditional folk art of Northeast China.
Harbin
Harbin Ice-Snow World
We dedicate a full day to explore Harbin Ice-Snow World, with a premium VIP tour exclusively arranged for you.
Harbin Ice-Snow World is an "Ice-Covered Wonderland, Fairy-Tale Realm", with its 2025 season of 1.2-million-square-meter campus setting a record in the event's history. Three thematic axes weave together Harbin's ice city memories, ice-snow art, and diverse cultures, while the 3,000 ice-snow sculptures and the 40-meter-tall main ice tower deliver a breathtaking visual spectacle.
Departure from Harbin
Car Transfer: Harbin to Airport
After breakfast, you will have some leisure time to relax. Subsequently, we will arrange transportation to the airport or railway station based on your flight or train schedule.
Hotels & Tour Price
Includes
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis in hotel as stated on bed & breakfast basis
- All transportation & transfer on an 7-seater air-conditioned minivan (Buick GL8 or similar)
- English-speaking or Mandarin-speaking guide
- All entrance fees including ferry, cable car, shuttle bus, performance
Excludes
- Airfares and airport taxes
- Hotel in Harbin (quoted separately)
- Lunches & dinners not stated
- Beverages
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses e.g. telephone bill & laundry
- Travel insurance