Kid-Loved Harbin: Best Family-Friendly Tour
Experience the very best of Harbin in just four efficient days. This itinerary entirely skips long-distance travel, allowing your family to focus on packing in maximum winter fun designed for all ages.
Both adults and children will have a blast diving into the Ice and Snow World and a thrilling winter carnival. Capture breathtaking, Instagram-worthy moments with the majestic Giant Snowman and the sparkling Diamond Sea, and start your day like a local with breakfast at a lively morning market.
Craving a calm escape? Our exclusive family day trip takes you to Hengdaohezi Town, a charming, less-crowded historic village where you'll meet Siberian tigers and explore unique, quiet streets. The natural, deep snow here provides the perfect setting for limitless, spontaneous snow play—building snowmen and enjoying snowball fights in every corner.
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Tour 'Wow' Points
Immerse in the Charm of the Ice City during the Ice and Snow Festival
Explore the mesmerizing blend of colorful lights and crystal-clear ice at the Harbin Ice and Snow World. Enjoy the thrill of various activities at the winter carnival park.
Venture into a Secluded Historic Town Blanketed in Snow
Experience the rural life of the northern region and capture photos that exude the same ambiance as Hokkaido. Unlike the tidy city streets, here kids can play in the snow wherever they wish.
Capture Instagram-worthy Photos of the Giant Snowman and Diamond Sea
Admire the stunning sunset over the frozen Songhua River and snap some great photos with the iconic Giant Snowman to share on social media.
Observe Siberian Tigers Up Close
Ride through the tigers' free-roaming area to observe them in their most active winter state. Located in Hengdaohezi, this park is far less crowded than central Harbin, ensuring minimal queues.
Savor Northeastern Delicacies at a Morning Market
Come to Harbin's most famous morning market and taste authentic snacks that are representative of China's northeastern region.
Explore the Art and History of Harbin
Wander along Central Street, a living open-air museum of architectural art, and explore the interesting shops hidden within its century-old buildings. Visit the magnificent St. Sophia Cathedral, Harbin's defining architectural landmark.
Suggested Itinerary
Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour to suit your interests.
Welcome to Harbin in winter! Upon your arrival at the airport, your private guide and driver will take you to your hotel in the city center. You can purchase some winter clothes at a winter apparel store if needed.
After breakfast, your day trip of ice and snow activities begins! First, drive to the winter-limited 18-meter-high giant snowman sculpture and take a photo with this popular photo spot.
Then, head to an amusement park to experience dozens of ice and snow activities all at once, such as a thrilling 300-meter-long ice slide, bumper cars on ice, snowmobile driving, and snow tubing.
Admire the unique combination of Chinese and Western architecture in the Chinese Baroque Street. Some time-honored restaurants are nearby, so you can have lunch there.
Capture the stunning sunset at the Diamond Sea. Bathed in a golden glow, the ice blocks shimmer with an ethereal transparency, mirroring a sea of countless diamonds.
Afterward, we'll head to the most anticipated spot of the day: Harbin Ice and Snow World. This is the world's largest ice and snow theme park, featuring massive sculptures created by master artists. As the vibrant lights turn on at night, the park transforms into a breathtaking, fairy-tale world.
Take a 1.5-hour high-speed train from Harbin to Hengdaohezi.
Visit Hengdaohezi Siberian Tiger Park, home to nearly 200 Siberian tigers. Embark on a tour vehicle that traverses the tiger enclosure, experiencing the thrill of being watched by the numerous tigers.
After lunch, begin your exploration of Hengdaohezi Town. Its unique charm is rooted in railway history, Russian architecture, and snow-covered natural beauty. This town is a paradise for photographers in winter—every view looks like a painting. Don't forget to capture photographs at the Railway Crossing that evoke the ambiance of Japan's Hokkaido.
After the visit, we will return to your hotel in Harbin.
Welcome to the bustling Hongzhuan Street Morning Market. As dawn breaks, the market comes alive with vendors' calls and the smoky aroma of cooking food. Here, you can savor authentic local snacks like egg burgers, sticky bean buns, and frozen pears.
Next, you will visit the iconic Saint Sophia's Church. Built in 1907, it's the largest Orthodox Church in the Far East.
Then, we'll head to Central Street, a pedestrian street built in 1898. As Asia's longest and China's earliest, it features several notable buildings, including the International Trading House and the Modern Hotel.
Your tour concludes at the People's Flood Control Success Memorial Tower, which was built to commemorate the victory of the Harbin people over the great flood of 1957.
After all the activities, your driver and guide will take you to the airport, marking the end of your brief but unforgettable trip to the "Ice City".
Hotel Selection
—the Icing on the Cake
Boutique hotels are recommended to enrich your travel experience.
Price includes:
- Private air-conditioned business car with big windows and ample space
- English-speaking local guide
- Activities, hotels, and meals listed in the itinerary
- Flights/trains between itinerary cities
- 24/7 helpline while you are traveling
Tour code: hrb-4
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