Discover a Dreamlike Snow Paradise
This itinerary is highly recommended for those seeking a vibrant winter holiday and the best places to immerse themselves in the charm of snow and ice.
During this 5-day journey, you will enjoy a fantastic visual feast: experience the world's largest Ice and Snow Festival, savor the rich Russian and European charm of Harbin's old city by walking from the less-touristy Laodaowai area to Zhongyang Pedestrian Street, and soak in a relaxing hot spring. The trip culminates in an authentic local winter experience in Snow Valley and the stunning scenery of the winter wonderland, China Snow Town.
In Harbin, craft your own ice sculpture and join our exclusive historical food tour; in the countryside, make traditional dumplings and take a romantic trek from Snow Valley to Snow Town.
The opening dates for Harbin Ice and Snow World in 2026 have not yet been announced, but traditionally, it opens around the end of December.
Tour 'Wow' Points
Visit the popular Iconic Sites in Harbin
Fun Things to Do in the Snow World
Sculpt Your Ice Dream with Harbin Masters
Taste the Savory and Exotic Flavors of Old Harbin
Local Experiences Only Found in Northeast China
China Highlights' Special Discovery Experiences
Itinerary Quick Look
Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests.
Airport pickup. The rest of the day is your own to explore Harbin.
Enjoy an old Harbin food tour with a city walk from the less-known Laodaowai Area to Zhongyang Pedestrian Street. You will not only taste delicious local food, but also get to know about history and local life in Harbin a hundred years ago and more during this foodie tour.
Feel the festive atmosphere of the Harbin Ice and Snow Festival by visiting Sun Island Scenic Resort and Ice and Snow World (this is the "new Harbin").
Check in at a local home stay and stay overnight in a room with a traditional kang bed (a brick bed heated by a fire underneath), make dumplings with local people, enjoy interesting snow activities, and have fun in the snow.
Challenge yourself by trekking through the snowy forest from Snow Valley to Yangcao Hill (10 km, 3½ hours) to see the fantastic wintery white scenery. Then go down Yangcao Hill to China Snow Town by a combination of snow mobile and local horse-drawn sledge (5 km, ½ hour).
Enjoy Xueyun ('snow cloud') Avenue, Bangchui Hill Scenic Outlook Wooden Walkways with night views of Snow Town, and watch a local Yangke ('welcome') dance in the evening.
Airport transfer.
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
- 24/7 helpline for while you are traveling
Tour code: hrb-8
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