Step into the real-life Bear Ridge! Complete 2-day 1-night Snow Town fairy tale guide

Trudge through knee-deep snow hearing the crisp "crunch," wooden roofs piled with fluffy snow mushrooms, red lanterns casting warm glows on the snow—this icy sweet fairy tale trip truly exceeded expectations! 1. Genuine Travel Experience - Stunning first impression: pure white world + scattered wooden houses, looks like an animation scene even without filters, air so clean you want to take a deep breath; - Addicted to snow fun: snow tube drifting for stress relief, horse-drawn sled crossing the forest sea, the wind is full of freedom; - Speechless night view: after 5 PM all red lanterns light up, climb Bangchui Mountain boardwalk for panoramic views, warm light wrapped in white snow is breathtaking; - Fireworks healing: heated kang bed with iron pot stewed goose + juicy corn cakes, frozen pears and roasted sausages warm the cold night, the Northeast hosts are super enthusiastic. 2. Concise 2-Day 1-Night Itinerary [Preparation Before Travel] - Clothing: thermal underwear + fleece + waterproof shiny down jacket, fleece-lined warm pants + ski pants (don’t wear jeans), high-top non-slip snow boots + two pairs of thick socks; - Essentials: Lei Feng hat + touchscreen gloves + thick scarf, warm packs for phone/pockets/shoes, bring sunglasses, lip balm, large capacity power bank; - Backup: buy chocolate/energy bars in advance, Snow Town prices are relatively high. [Itinerary] Day 1: First encounter with Snow Town, unlock night views - Morning: Harbin → Yabuli West Station (high-speed train 1.5h/80 RMB) → Snow Town shuttle bus (2h/50 RMB), check into a homestay with private bathroom before 11 AM; - Noon: Snow Yun Street "Snow Town Family Iron Pot Stew," 60 RMB per person to eat your fill of iron pot stewed goose + corn cakes; - Afternoon: take photos of snow mushrooms on Snow Yun Street (best light 10 AM–2 PM), try horse-drawn sled at official stalls (50 RMB/person), take panoramic photos at Dream Home entrance (no 198 RMB ticket needed); - Evening: climb Bangchui Mountain wooden boardwalk (20 minutes) for night views, join down jacket disco + fireworks show at 7:30 PM, try frozen pears for 5 RMB per jin before bed. Day 2: Deep snow fun, return trip - Morning (optional): before 7 AM, pour water to freeze (carry hot water in thermos cup facing away from the sun), or carpool at 4:30 AM to Yangcao Mountain for sunrise (30 RMB/person, bring extra warm packs); - Morning: snow tube drifting (30 RMB/person/half hour), thrill seekers try snowmobile (150 RMB/person/20 minutes); - Noon: "Erlanghe Home-style Restaurant" for Northeast mixed stew, 40 RMB per person to warm body and soul; - Afternoon: buy black fungus/hazelnut mushrooms before 1 PM (50 RMB/jin, cheaper near homestays), take shuttle bus back to Harbin. [Tips to Avoid Pitfalls] 1. Tickets: buy online in advance for 110 RMB (120 RMB on site), main scenic spots are Snow Yun Street and viewing platform, no need to buy tickets for niche spots; 2. Spending: ask prices before ordering, avoid vague dishes like "wild fish," state-run supermarkets have better prices; 3. Transportation: walk inside the scenic area, sightseeing bus 5 RMB per ride, for nearby spots carpool with homestay owners is more cost-effective.