5 days and 4 nights in-depth tour plan of Xuexiang

Best season: December to March | Recommended for: Families/photography enthusiasts/ice and snow experiencers
📍 Trip Highlights
-Extreme snow and ice landscape: Snow Mushroom House, Wusongling fairytale snow scene, Yabuli professional skiing
- In-depth cultural experience: night tour of Snow Town light show, folk performances in Northeast China, horse-drawn sleigh traditional transportation
- Closed loop of local delicacies: iron pot stew, pig-killing dishes, frozen pears, frozen persimmons and other special delicacies are fully covered
-Flexible adjustment: Two options are available: Compact version (3 days and 2 nights) and Relaxation version (5 days and 4 nights).
🗓️ Daily itinerary
Day 1: First experience in Harbin
morning
1. Central Street + Saint Sophia Cathedral (9:00-12:00)
Stroll through the century-old European-style buildings, try the Kamadeier popsicles and the Russian Western restaurant.
Photographing the onion-domed buildings and flocks of pigeons at Hagia Sophia Square.
Afternoon 2. Ice and Snow World (14:00-20:00)
-Experience the 400-meter ice slide and take photos of the fantastic night view of ice sculptures when the lights are on at night.
Evening 3. Laodaowai Food Street
-Try sweet and sour pork, red sausage, and black bread, and stay overnight at a hotel near Central Street (Madiel Hotel is recommended).
Day 2: Harbin → Snow Town (about 5 hours by car)
morning
1. Yabuli Ski Resort (passing by)
Experience skiing on the beginner's trail and take a cable car to see the snowy forest (ski equipment can be rented)[[3].
2. Xuexiang core scenic area (arrive at 15:00)
- Check in at Xueyun Street and the large stone tablet in Xuexiang, and climb the wooden plank road in the evening to take photos of the sunset at the Snow Mushroom House[[1].
Night 3. Dream Home Night View + Bonfire Party
-Watch the light show at the filming location of “Where Are We Going, Dad?” and participate in the Northeastern Yangko dance (ticket price: 198 yuan)[[1].
- Overnight at a heated kang bed in Xuexiang (recommended Zhou Dajie Family Hotel, experience the frozen pear + heated kang bed)[[2].
Day 3: In-depth exploration of Snow Town
morning
1. Sunrise at Yangcao Mountain (6:00-8:30)
Take a snowmobile to the top (about 300 yuan/person) and watch the snowy forest in the morning light.
Afternoon 2. Snow Valley Crossing (13:00-16:00)
-Hike on a 5-kilometer pristine snow trail, where you may encounter wild animals such as roe deer (crampons are required)[[2].
Evening 3. Snow Village Fairy Tale Post Office
-Send ice and snow postcards and participate in snow fireworks DIY activities (most B&Bs provide free props).
Day 4: Wusongling + Yabuli Hot Spring
All day
1. Wusongling Secret Realm (8:00-12:00)
Experience snow banana boat rides and snow tubing, and take photos of rime and snowmobiles in the same frame[[2].
Afternoon 2. Yabuli Forest Hot Spring (14:00-17:00)
- Soak in the snow-capped hot springs to relieve fatigue, including Chinese medicine bath and fish therapy pool (ticket price 158 yuan).
Day 5: Return shopping
morning
1. Snow Town Morning Market (7:00-9:00)
Buy hazel mushrooms and dried blueberries (make sure they are vacuum packed), and try the special fried icicle snack.
2pm: Return to Harbin + free time
-Additional options: Feeding tigers at the Siberian Tiger Park, or red education at the 731 Memorial Hall.
🏨 Accommodation recommendations
Recommended accommodation highlights in the area
The core area of Xuexiang, Xueyun Pavilion Hotel, has floor heating + viewing windows facing the snow mushroom house
Yabuli Forest Hot Spring Hotel Private Hot Spring Access + Ski Resort Shuttle
Harbin Aoluguya Hotel Reindeer Theme Room + Overlooking the Songhua River
🚗 Transportation Guide
1. Big traffic
✈️ Fly directly to Harbin Taiping Airport and transfer to Longyun through bus (120 yuan/person, departing at 8:00/12:00 every day)[[5].
🚄 Take the high-speed rail to Yabuli West Station and transfer to the scenic area through bus (85 yuan/person) [[2].
2. Transportation to the scenic area
You can walk within the Snow Town, but it is recommended to charter a car to cross the scenic area (about 500 yuan/day, including anti-skid chains)[[3].
❗ Practical Tips
1. Warmth equipment
Must-haves: thick down jacket (filled with more than 300g of down), touch screen gloves, and a hand warmer (to put on your phone to prevent it from shutting down)[[2].
2. Scam Prevention Guide
Be cautious when buying “wild ginseng” from the roadside; crystal products in scenic spots are 3-5 times more expensive.[[3]
3. Photography Tips
Put spare batteries for the camera in your underwear pocket to keep them warm, and add a UV filter in front of the lens to prevent fogging.
✅ Packing list
-Must bring: waterproof snow boots (Sorel recommended), moisturizing cream, sunglasses (to prevent snow blindness)
- Optional items: Hanfu (for night view photography in the snowy village), foldable foot bath tub (for relieving frozen feet)