Genhe + Hulunbuir + Changchun 15-Day Travel Journal

☃️Must-Visit Attractions Recommendation:
1️⃣【Harbin Ice and Snow World】
📍Address: West side of Songbei Avenue, Songbei District
⏰Opening Hours: September 21-30, 10:00-21:30 (last entry at 20:30)
💫Tips: Recommended to enter in the evening to enjoy both the magnificent daytime view and the dazzling night scene✨ The park is huge! Remember to wear the thickest down jacket + warm packs

2️⃣【Northeast Tiger Forest Park】
🔥Rare Experience: Get up close to the king of beasts!
📍Address: No. 88 Songbei Street, Songbei District
⏰Opening Hours: Peak season (May-October) 8:00-16:30
🎫Tickets: It’s recommended to buy in advance on Trip.com to avoid queues

3️⃣【Polar Pavilion Penguin Parade】
🐧Adorable Highlight: The world’s only underwater beluga whale show!
📍Address: No. 277 Taiyang Avenue
⏰Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00
💰Tickets: 193 RMB (free for children under 1.2 meters)

4️⃣【Border Check-in - Manzhouli National Gate】
🚩Landmark building at the China-Russia border
Recommended activity: Visit at dusk to see the stunning border sunset🌅

5️⃣【Moerdaoga National Forest Park】
🌲Secret Spot: 95 RMB for unlimited access to the primeval forest
📍Address: 11 km from Moerdaoga Town, Hulunbuir
⏰Opening Hours: 8:30-17:00
📸Photo Spot: Bailu Island Viewing Platform is amazing!

🍜Foodie Guide:
• Harbin must-try: red sausage + Guo Bao Rou (sweet and sour pork)
• Authentic Russian cuisine in Manzhouli
• Grassland hand-held mutton with milk tea is delicious!

🏠Accommodation Highlights and Warnings:
1️⃣Manzhouli Triumph Hotel
📍No. 80 Wenming Road, Wudao Street
🌟Highlight: Free room upgrade + city center location
⚠️Note: It’s recommended to bring your own towel

2️⃣Shenyang North Youke Weijing Hotel
🛏️Recommended: Executive rooms with great views

3️⃣Hanting Hotel (Hailar Station Branch)
🚇Advantage: 5-minute walk from the train station

🚗Transportation Tips:
• Harbin to Hulunbuir is best by chartered car
• Self-driving is best for Moerdaoga Forest Park

💰Cost Reference:
Around 8,000 RMB per person for the whole trip (including airfare)
Booking hotels 2 months in advance during peak season is most cost-effective!