Must-Read Guide Before Traveling to Harbin!

This winter, you must visit the Northeast! From Harbin's romantic snowfall to the thick mushroom houses in Snow Town, from the rime wonderland of Changbai Mountain to the Korean ethnic charm of Yanji... this journey is healing, stunning, and an unforgettable white romance of a lifetime! 🎒 Travel Essentials 1. Warm Clothing: ✅ Thick down jacket + waterproof snow boots + warm hat and gloves. ✅ Wear wool thermal underwear as the base layer and windproof material as the outer layer. 2. Essential Accessories: ✅ Hand warmers (stick to your phone or body), sunglasses (to prevent snow blindness), thermos (to keep warm with hot water). 3. Other Must-Haves: ✅ High-moisture skincare products (the northern air is extremely dry!), power bank (batteries drain quickly in low temperatures), a small amount of cash (weak signal in Snow Town). 🚗 Transportation Tips ✅ Major Transportation: Fly to Harbin and hire a car to travel from Harbin → Snow Town → Changbai Mountain → Yanji, then return from Yanji. ✅ Car Hire Recommendation: Distances between attractions in the Northeast are long, and roads are slippery with snow. Hiring a reliable local driver is safe and worry-free (around 500-800 RMB/day, for 4-6 people). ✅ Avoid Pitfalls: Do not self-drive! Icy roads are challenging for inexperienced drivers. 📅 Itinerary Overview 👉 Day 1: Gather in Harbin → Central Street → St. Sophia Cathedral → Stay in Harbin 👉 Day 2: Harbin → Yabuli Ski Resort → Horse-drawn sled → Stay in Yabuli 👉 Day 3: Yabuli to Snow Town Highway → Datudingzi Mountain → Ice and Snow Gallery → Stay in Snow Town 👉 Day 4: Snow Town → Snow Charm Street → Jingpo Lake Winter Fishing → Stay in Erdaobaihe 👉 Day 5: Changbai Mountain Heavenly Lake → Green Deep Pool → Hot Springs → Stay in Erdaobaihe 👉 Day 6: Magic World Drift → Yanji Folk Park → Internet-famous Bullet Wall → Stay in Yanji 👉 Day 7: Yanji → Water Market → Return from Yanji/Harbin/Changchun 🏡 Accommodation Recommendations ✅ Harbin: Near Central Street, convenient for sightseeing and transportation. Choose hotels with heating. ✅ Snow Town: Stay in a characteristic heated kang homestay to experience sleeping in a snow pile (book in advance! Choose areas near Snow Charm Street and confirm private bathrooms). ✅ Changbai Mountain: Erdaobaihe Town, close to the North Slope with many dining options; or Wanda Resort for one-stop skiing and hot springs. ✅ Yanji: Near Yanbian University, where the Internet-famous Bullet Wall is downstairs, with plenty of food and a youthful vibe. 🍲 Food Recommendations ✅ Harbin: Sweet and sour pork, Madieer ice cream bars, iron pot stew, Russian cuisine. ✅ Snow Town: Frozen pears (soak in cold water to soften before eating), candied hawthorn, iron pot stewed goose. ✅ Changbai Mountain: Hot spring boiled eggs (runny yolk!), Korean rice cakes, Northeast mixed stew. ✅ Yanji: Cold noodles, ginseng chicken soup, barbecue (snowflake beef belly wrapped in lettuce!), rice cake sausage at the Water Market. ⚠️ Notes 1. Frostbite Prevention: Temperatures in Snow Town & Changbai Mountain can reach -30°C. Ensure windproof and frostproof measures, and seal cameras and phones before entering indoors to prevent fogging. 2. Book in Advance: Accommodations are in high demand during peak season, with prices doubling and availability scarce, especially in Snow Town! 3. Safety First: ✅ Hire cars through official channels to avoid unlicensed vehicles. ✅ Walk carefully on snowy roads and wear anti-slip shoes! 4. Other Tips: ✅ Changbai Mountain Heavenly Lake's opening depends on weather conditions. Check the scenic area's notice before departure. ✅ Yanji Water Market is most lively from 7-9 AM; many food stalls close later in the day. 💌 Bring your loved ones and embrace this pure white wonderland!