Meals: Arrive in Harbin
Sites Visited: Transfer via: international flight on your own
Upon arrival in Harbin, you are met by the local guide at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Free at leisure for the rest of the day. Overnight: Harbin
Meals: Meals: B, L
Sites Visited: Sites Visited: Central Street, Exterior View of Saint Sophia Cathedral, Siberian Tiger Park, Sun Island Snow Sculpture Exhibition, Harbin Ice and Snow World
In the morning, you will start your city exploration at Central Street, Harbin’s most famous pedestrian boulevard paved with historic stone blocks. Then you can walk through the well preserved European style buildings. And it blends local snacks, specialty stores and century old charm. You may taste classic local treats such as Madier ice cream and tanghulu (candied hawthorn) along the street. Next, you will admire the exterior of Saint Sophia Cathedral, a landmark Byzantine style Russian Orthodox building with striking onion shaped domes, one of the best photographed icons of Harbin both in day and night. After lunch at a local restaurant, you will be driven to Siberian Tiger Park, a world major conservation base for endangered Siberian tigers. Observe these powerful big cats roaming in semi wild habitats from a sightseeing vehicle. Later you can head for Sun Island to appreciate magnificent large scale snow sculptures created by artists from home and abroad. Elaborate snow carved figures and architectural models present a dreamy snow kingdom. After sunset, you can visit Harbin Ice and Snow World, the crown jewel of Harbin winter tourism. Giant ice castles, ice towers and countless ice made structures glow with colourful inner lighting. You can also enjoy fun winter activities including long ice slides and snow amusement projects, fully immersing yourself in the magical frozen wonderland. Overnight: Harbin
Meals: Meals: B, L
Sites Visited: Sites Visited: Volga Manor, Chinese Baroque Historic Block
In the morning, travel to Volga Manor, a fairy tale style Russian themed scenic resort. Reconstructed classic Russian wooden churches, villas and chapels scatter across the snow covered riverside. You can wander through the snow blanketed estate to experience exotic Russian architecture and winter pastoral views. You can sample Russian style pastries and local refreshments here. After lunch, you will visit the Chinese Baroque Historical District. This distinctive area perfectly combines the traditional Chinese quadrangle layout with the European Baroque facade style. The ancient courtyards, long-standing family-owned stores and handmade shops all tell the story of the diverse cultural integration in Harbin's past. You can stroll through the narrow alleys, capturing the retro-feeling winter scenes of old Harbin. Overnight: Harbin
Meals: Meals: B
Sites Visited: Sites Visited: Heilongjiang Provincial Museum, Winter swimming Watching
After breakfast, you will pay a visit to Heilongjiang Provincial Museum. Explore precious cultural relics and exhibits showcasing Northeast China’s history, folk customs and natural heritage. Then you will witness the amazing local tradition of winter swimming. Watch brave winter swimming enthusiasts plunge into icy open air water even under frigid temperatures — a spectacular display of northern people’s fearless winter spirit. After sightseeing, transfer to Harbin Taiping International Airport for your outbound flight. Tour service ends.
