Harbin, the “Ice City”—a northern metropolis that is half ice-and-snow fairy tale and half European romance. In winter, admire ice sculptures, play in the snow, and join a grand ice and snow carnival; throughout the year, stroll along century-old streets and explore onion-domed churches and historic European-style architecture. With the Songhua River flowing ceaselessly and Russian cuisine intertwining with the vibrant local flavors of Northeast China, Harbin offers both breathtaking ice and snow spectacles and a rich, exotic atmosphere, making it a world-renowned destination for winter tourism and vacations.

❄️Key Highlights

A Trip to Harbin’s Winter Wonderland

Step into this grand winter festival, admire the exquisitely crafted ice sculptures, and enjoy a wide variety of winter activities. Amid the snow-covered streets of this “Ice City,” experience a vibrant and magical winter journey.

Tracing Harbin’s Roots: Discovering the Origins of the “Ice City”

Stroll down century-old streets, explore historical sites, trace the city’s origins, experience its diverse and vibrant character, follow in the footsteps of its founders to revisit Harbin’s early days, and immerse yourself in the rich history of the “Ice City.”

Discover the Authentic Flavors of Harbin

Wander through the alleys of the Old Town, seek out local specialties, and savor the flavors of old Harbin. Blending the vibrant local culture of the Guandong region with exotic culinary influences, each bite offers a glimpse into this city’s century-old culinary heritage.

🧣 Essential Gear List for Extreme Cold

• Head and Face: Fleece-lined Lei Feng hat (must have ear flaps), windproof scarf, ski goggles (to prevent snow blindness).
• Clothing and Outfits: Use the “onion-layering method.” Quick-drying thermal underwear + fleece/wool sweater + windproof down jacket with at least 300g of down fill; for the lower body, we recommend fleece-lined thermal pants + waterproof ski pants.
• Hand and Foot Protection: High-top waterproof snow boots (we recommend using heated insoles), waterproof ski gloves, and 3-ply wool socks.
• Must-Have Tool: Heating pads (bring extra—you can stick them on the back of your phone to prevent it from shutting down), a thermos, a 20,000 mAh power bank, moisturizing face cream, and lip balm (to prevent dryness).

⚠️ Important Notes

1. Protecting Your Cell Phone from Freezing: iPhones are very prone to shutting down automatically in extremely cold temperatures. We recommend keeping your phone close to your body in an inner pocket, taking it out only when you’re ready to take a photo, and putting it back immediately afterward.
2. Ice and Snow Safety: When walking on snow, it is recommended to use the “penguin walk”; do not keep your hands in your pockets to prevent slipping and falling; wear appropriate protective gear when riding snowmobiles or participating in similar activities.