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Winter happiness must come from Northeast China! From Harbin's European-style charm 🕌 to Yabuli's skiing ⛷ party, from the fairy-tale snow scenery of Snow Town 🏠 to the ethereal Tianchi Lake 🌁 of Changbai Mountain, and then to the food explosion 🍱 in Yanji, this route satisfies all your winter imaginations 🙀～ I've compiled super practical tips, using straightforward and easy-to-understand language, just follow the preparation! ✍✍✍ 🌟Travel essentials (a must-read for those who fear the cold) ✍✍ - 👉Clothing: thick down jacket + down vest (layering for warmth), fleece-lined long johns + thick cotton pants, waterproof and non-slip 👢 snow boots (must be fleece-lined!), if you’re cold-sensitive, bring heated insoles 👍👍 - 👉Accessories: thick hat that covers ears, 🧣 thick scarf, windproof mask, 🧤 waterproof touchscreen gloves (to keep hands warm while playing in the snow), 🕶 sunglasses (snow glare is harsh) - 👉Others: heat packs (bring plenty! Use on your body and in your 📱 phone), moisturizing skincare + lip balm (dry climate 😩), portable power bank, swimsuit (for hot springs in the snow) 😎 🚗 Round-trip major transport + local car rental - ✋ Round-trip: prioritize flights 🛩/high-speed trains 🚄 directly to Harbin or Yanji, these two places are the start/end points of the loop, saving time and very convenient 😎 - 👉Intercity transport: distances between cities are long 😬, it’s recommended to book official carpool or car rental 🚗 in advance, more flexible than buses and more reliable than unlicensed cars 👍 - ✋ Harbin → Yabuli about 2 hours, Yabuli → Snow Town about 3.5 hours, Snow Town → Changbai Mountain about 4 hours, Changbai Mountain → Yanji about 2 hours 📝 - ✋ City transport: taxis 🚕 in Harbin and Yanji city are cheap to start, very convenient for sightseeing; for Changbai Mountain, it’s recommended to take taxis 🚕 or carpool 🚙 from Erdaobaihe Town to the scenic area 5-day itinerary DAY1: Harbin airport pickup — Central Street — Flood Control Monument — Sophia Square — Binzhou Railway Bridge — Ice and Snow World DAY2: Harbin — Datudingzi Mountain — Ten-Mile Gallery — Snow Town (Xueyun Street, thousand-person disco, Northeast Yangko dance) DAY3: Snow Town — Jingpo Lake (watch winter fishing, Diaoshuilou Waterfall) — Erdaobaihe Town — hot spring bath DAY4: Changbai Mountain magic world rafting — Changbai Mountain scenic area (Tianchi Lake, Julong Spring, Changbai Waterfall, Green Pool) — Yanji internet-famous wall DAY5: Yanji Folk Culture Park — free gift (Korean traditional costume photoshoot + 8 photos) [only for one female in the group] — airport drop-off ⚠️Important notes (key to avoiding pitfalls) ✍✍ 1. ✋ Book tickets in advance! For popular spots like Ice and Snow World and Changbai Mountain Tianchi Lake, it’s best to reserve 7-30 days ahead via official WeChat accounts, tickets may be sold out on-site during peak season 😭 2. ✋ Don’t choose food randomly! 🙅 Prices for grilled sausage and cold noodles in Snow Town scenic area are high, be cautious if over 10 yuan 💵; Northeast dishes are very large portions, order according to the “N-1” rule (for 5 people, order 4 dishes) to avoid waste 🤐 3. ✋ Find official ski instructors! At Yabuli Ski Resort ⛷, avoid “black instructors” ✖️ who charge over 500 yuan/hour, refuse them 🙅, booking official instructors online in advance is more cost-effective 👍 4. ✋ Check weather for Tianchi Lake 🌨! Changbai Mountain’s weather is changeable, snow ❄️ may close the mountain, always check opening status before going to avoid wasted trips 🏃😩 5. ✋ Avoid transport pitfalls 👣! There are many unlicensed cars near Harbin West Station 🚓, stick to official taxis 🚕 or ride-hailing; book intercity carpool/car rental online in advance 📩 and keep your order confirmation 6. ✋ Accommodation matters! Snow Town’s heated kang beds 🏮 and Changbai Mountain hot spring 🌁 hotels are very special, ask if there is floor heating/radiators when booking to avoid cold nights 😬 7. ✋ Shop wisely! Buy souvenirs like spicy cabbage and pollock jerky 🎁 in Yanji, choose vacuum-packed for easy carrying, West Market and Water Market offer good value 👍 Winter in Northeast China ❄️ is truly healing and beautiful, with good preparation you can enjoy worry-free~ Whether skiing ⛷, watching snow 👁, or eating delicious food 🍱, you’ll return fully satisfied! 💏