Harbin Travel Recap!

Here's the ultimate guide to the Northeast Ice and Snow Adventure that's been trending on social media! From Harbin's Russian charm to Yanji's lively atmosphere, we've got everything covered: gear, transportation, accommodation, and food. Perfect for beginners to follow step by step.👇

🧳Travel Essentials
🧥Clothing: Windproof and waterproof down jacket + fleece-lined ski pants + high-top snow boots (UGGs are not waterproof, so wear with caution), touchscreen gloves, and a thick scarf are must-haves.
🥾Useful Items: Hand warmers (for your phone and body), power bank (batteries drain quickly in low temperatures), camera cold-proof cover, and anti-slip shoes for Changbai Mountain.
🎫Documents: ID card + student ID (some attractions offer half-price tickets), prepare cold medicine and motion sickness pills in advance.

🚥Transportation Guide
✈Major Transportation: You can arrive at Harbin Taiping Airport, Changchun Longjia Airport, or Yanji Chaoyangchuan Airport. Plan your route based on your arrival location.
🚘Intercity Travel: Small group tours with car transfers are recommended; the Changbai Mountain scenic area requires an 85 RMB eco-bus ticket.

📅Itinerary Overview
👉Day 1: Gather in Harbin → Central Street → Night photography at St. Sophia Cathedral → Stay in Harbin
👉Day 2: Harbin → Yabuli Ski Resort (includes ski equipment) → Hot springs → Stay in Yabuli
👉Day 3: Yaxue Highway → Snow Town → Xueyun Street → Stay in Snow Town
👉Day 4: Snow Town sunrise → Winter fishing at Jingpo Lake → Changbai Mountain → Stay in Erdaobaihe
👉Day 5: Changbai Mountain Tianchi → Green Deep Pool → Hot springs → Stay in Erdaobaihe
👉Day 6: Rime drifting in the Magic World → Yanji Folk Park → Yan University Food Street → Stay in Yanji
👉Day 7: Yanji → Water Market → Return trip

🏨Accommodation Recommendations
🏡Harbin: Near Central Street, convenient for exploring and dining.
🏡Snow Town: Guesthouses near the Folk Park, with snow views from the window. Opt for a 2-person heated kang bed.
🏡Changbai Mountain: Hot spring hotels in Erdaobaihe, perfect for relaxing after skiing.
🏡Yanji: Chain hotels near the West Market, cost-effective and close to the food street.

😋Food Recommendations
🍱Harbin: Lao Chu Jia sweet and sour pork, Qiulin Red Sausage.
🍱Yabuli/Snow Town: Iron pot stewed goose, sticky bean buns.
🍱Changbai Mountain: Hot spring boiled eggs (authentic ones have amber-colored yolks).
🍱Yanji: Barbecue, Jeonju bibimbap, spicy kimchi, Soonhee cold noodles, and the must-visit snack street at the Water Market.

📢Tips
1. Always ask for prices in Snow Town; snow gaiters are cheaper if bought online in advance.
2. Check the opening status of Changbai Mountain Tianchi at 7 AM; the best viewing time is between 10 AM and 12 PM.
3. Yanji barbecue portions are large, so don't over-order. Choose a package with makeup and styling for the Folk Park Hanbok experience.
4. Beware of low-cost tours; look for "pure play, no shopping" clauses.