Harbin Dream Journey! Just save this guide!

If you also yearn for the crunch of snow underfoot,
long to bite into a candied hawthorn at minus 20 degrees,
and dream of walking into a fairy tale in the Rime Corridor,
then this route connecting the northern scenery—
the romance of Harbin, the healing of Snow Town, the purity of Changbai Mountain, and the lively atmosphere of Yanji—
will surely become your hottest winter memory!

🌟Travel Essentials:
1️⃣ Core Warmth: Thickened jacket/down coat, waterproof snow boots, wool socks, touchscreen gloves, Lei Feng hat/earmuffs
2️⃣ Life-saving Gadgets: Foot warmers (put in shoe soles), heat packs (stick on phone/abdomen), thermos (drink hot water anytime)
3️⃣ Skincare Keys: Oily cream, lip balm, sunscreen (UV rays are super strong on snow!)
4️⃣ Magical Gear: Ice cleats (anti-slip), phone case for snow scenery photos, power bank (battery drains fast in cold)

🚗 Complete Transportation Guide:
• Major transport: Recommended to fly to Harbin (cheap tickets), return from Yanji by plane
• Route by car:
Harbin → Snow Town (5h) → Changbai Mountain (6h) → Yanji (2h)
⚠️ Important: For the Snow Town to Changbai Mountain segment, be sure to find a reputable driver! Winter mountain roads require snow tires (book a reliable driver in advance, who can also help with accommodation and tickets)

📝 Itinerary Overview
👉D1: Gather in Harbin → Central Street → Saint Sophia Cathedral → Stay in Harbin
👉D2: Harbin → Yabuli Ski Resort → Horse-drawn sled → Stay in Yabuli
👉D3: Yaxue Highway → Datudingzi Mountain → Ice and Snow Gallery → Stay in Snow Town
👉D4: Snow Town → Xueyun Street → Jingpo Lake Winter Fishing → Stay in Erdaobaihe
👉D5: Changbai Mountain Tianchi Lake → Green Pool → Hot Springs → Stay in Erdaobaihe
👉D6: Demon World Rafting → Yanji Folk Park → Popular Bullet Screen Wall → Stay in Yanji
👉D7: Yanji → Water Market → Return from Yanji/Harbin/Changchun

🏡 Accommodation Guide:
• Harbin: Stay near Central Street! European architecture visible from your window, walking distance to Saint Sophia Cathedral
• Snow Town: Must experience heated kang bed homestay! Warm yellow light reflecting on snowy windows is super healing
• Changbai Mountain: Wanda Resort ski hotel VS Erdaobaihe town hot spring hotel (recommend the latter! Experience the contrast of ice and fire)
• Yanji: Stay near the university town! Right downstairs is the popular wall and many delicious foods.

🍜 Food Highlights:
👉Harbin:
• Old Chef’s Guobaorou (Central Street branch)
• Madieer popsicles (eating ice at -20℃ is truly refreshing)
• Russian cuisine: Borscht with rye bread
👉Snow Town:
• Iron pot stewed goose made by the homestay owner (pancakes soak up the broth perfectly!)
• Frozen persimmons eaten with a spoon
👉Changbai Mountain:
• Hot spring boiled eggs (solid yolk with runny white!)
• Forest wild vegetable feast
👉Yanji:
• Water Market morning market: Mingyue Soup Restaurant’s hangover soup + rice cake
• Jinli Skewer Shop (beer pot + Matsusaka pork is a perfect match)
• Laoding Ben Coffee (snow ice with freshly baked bread)

⚠️ Hard-earned Tips:
❗️Book Snow Town accommodation 30 days in advance! Heated kang rooms sell out instantly in peak season
❗️Changbai Mountain Tianchi opening depends on weather, check official website notifications
❗️Stick heat packs inside your inner pocket, or your phone will shut down immediately
❗️Be cautious choosing photo studios in Yanji! Check customer photos carefully to avoid disappointment
❗️Always ask prices before spending, avoid hidden charges

This winter, with the most important person,
embark on a starry snowy journey belonging to the North together ❤️