10-Day Ice Kingdom Tour(Beijing-Harbin)

10-Day Private Northeast China Winter Tour: Ice World, Snow Town, Great Wall Hikes & Cultural Heritage Exploration.

Winter Adventure Snow Culture
Route: Beijing-Harbin
  • Tour Code: CT-BH-10
  • Duration of the trip: 10 Days
  • Hotel: 9 Nights (4+stars Hotel)
From: USD 2060   per person
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10-Day Private Northeast China Winter Tour: Ice World, Snow Town, Great Wall Hikes & Cultural Heritage Exploration.

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Worry-Free Travel
With years of experience in group travel across China, we provide professional tour guides, comfortable coaches, and well-paced itineraries for a smooth and enjoyable journey.
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Our tours cover China's most iconic sights and cultural highlights. All packages are clearly priced with no hidden costs, offering a high-quality experience at a competitive rate.
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We guarantee a truly immersive journey with no shopping stop. Spend more time exploring scenic spots, enjoying authentic food, and discovering local culture
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Whether you're traveling solo, with friends, or as a family, you can easily join us. Enjoy better value than private tours with small groups of 6-12 people and year-round departures.

Itinerary

Explore each day’s highlights, pace, routes, hotels, meals, and photos—so you know exactly what to expect along the way.

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  • Arrive in Beijing and transfer to the hotel--Free Activities
  • 4+stars Hotel
  • None

Upon arrival at Beijing Capital International Airport, your private driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in the city. After check-in and a short rest, enjoy a relaxed introduction to Beijing with free time in the historic Shichahai area. Wander along the lakeside, explore traditional hutongs and courtyard residences,  and observe the peaceful rhythm of local life. In winter, the frozen lake and softly lit streets create a charming atmosphere. You may also enjoy a rickshaw ride or stop at a small café for a warm drink. The evening is free for you to rest and adjust to the city

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  • Mutianyu Great Wall - Summer Palace
  • 4+stars Hotel
  • Breakfast

 

After breakfast at your hotel, your personal guide and driver will escort you to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, renowned for its stunning architecture and beautiful forest scenery. Avoid the crowds as you ascend this magnificent structure via a comfortable cable car, witnessing the wall winding like a massive dragon over snow-dusted mountains. The winter landscape offers a uniquely serene and powerful atmosphere, with frost-covered battlements and watchtowers creating an unforgettable spectacle. For a thrilling descent, you can choose to take the exciting toboggan ride down. In the afternoon, travel back to the city to explore the Summer Palace, the world's best-preserved imperial garden. Kunming Lake will likely be frozen, presenting a mesmerizing sight. Walk along the famously long corridor, admire the Marble Boat, and learn how Empress Dowager Cixi once spent her winters here. The combination of exquisite architecture and the stark beauty of the winter landscape makes this a profoundly memorable experience.

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  • Tiananmen Square-Forbidden City-Temple of Heaven
  • 4+stars Hotel
  • Breakfast

 

Begin the day at Tiananmen Square, one of Beijing's most iconic public spaces. Continue to the Forbidden City, the former imperial palace, where grand gates, ceremonial halls and peaceful inner courtyards reveal the history of China's Ming and Qing dynasties. Your guide will introduce the palace layout, royal traditions and architectural details as you walk through the complex. Later, visit the Temple of Heaven, a masterpiece of ancient ritual architecture surrounded by cypress trees and gardens. If time permits, you can observe local residents practicing tai chi, singing or playing traditional instruments nearby

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Forbidden City
Temple of Heaven

  • Transfer to Beijing Railway Station-High-speed train to Harbin-Hotel transfer-Free Activities
  • 4+ stars Hotel
  • Breakfast

After breakfast, transfer to Beijing Railway Station for a comfortable high-speed train journey north to Harbin. Watch the scenery change from the capital's urban outskirts to the broad, wintry plains of Northeast China. On arrival, your driver will take you to the hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day is at leisure, giving you time to explore nearby streets, enjoy warming local cuisine, and get your first taste of Harbin's distinctive European-influenced atmosphere.

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  • Siberian Tiger Park – Harbin Grand Theatre (exterior) – St. Sophia Cathedral – Songhua River (with one-way cable car)
  • 4+ stars Hotel
  • Breakfast

Your day begins with an exhilarating visit to the Siberian Tiger Park, the world's largest breeding base for the endangered Siberian tiger. From a specially designed safari vehicle or elevated walkways, you will observe these magnificent striped predators roaming, playing, and being fed – a powerful encounter with nature's majesty. Next, drive past the futuristic Harbin Grand Theatre, an architectural marvel resembling a snow-covered dune; we will stop for exterior photos of its striking curves against the winter sky. Then, step into history at the St. Sophia Cathedral, a beautiful Russian Orthodox church with its iconic green domes and red brick walls, now a museum showcasing Harbin's multicultural past. Finally, head to the Songhua River, where you will enjoy a one-way cable car ride across the vast frozen expanse, offering breathtaking aerial views of the ice-covered river and the city skyline. Stroll along the riverbank, watch locals ice-fishing, and capture the romantic twilight atmosphere.

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  • Chinese Baroque Street – Music Corridor (Big Snowman) – Central Street – Harbin Ice and Snow World
  • 4+ stars Hotel
  • Breakfast

Today immerses you in Harbin's architectural and artistic highlights. Start at the Chinese Baroque Street in the old Daowai district, a unique ensemble of early 20th-century buildings blending Western Baroque forms with traditional Chinese decorative motifs – a photographer's delight. Then, visit the Music Corridor, where the highlight is the giant Big Snowman sculpture, a beloved winter mascot towering over the riverside promenade; take cheerful photos with this snowy giant. Next, walk the entire length of Central Street, the city's historic pedestrian boulevard lined with baroque, Byzantine, and Art Nouveau buildings. Sample local snacks, browse souvenir shops, and feel the European flair. As dusk falls, prepare for the ultimate winter fantasy at the Harbin Ice and Snow World – the world's largest ice-and-snow theme park. Marvel at colossal ice castles, pagodas, and famous landmarks from across the globe, all carved from crystal-clear river ice and illuminated by dazzling multicoloured LEDs. Slide down ice ramps, wander through glowing tunnels, and let this fairy-tale kingdom steal your heart.

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  • Scenic drive to China Snow Town – free activities upon arrival – evening concerts, bonfire, float parade
  • Local family-run inn (traditional heated kang beds)
  • Breakfast

After breakfast, embark on a picturesque road journey through the snowy wilderness to China Snow Town (Xuexiang), a remote mountain village renowned for its impossibly thick, creamy snow that blankets every rooftop and wooden fence, creating whimsical mushroom-like shapes. Upon arrival, check into a cozy local farmhouse inn (nongjiale) and experience authentic rustic hospitality – note that accommodation here features traditional heated brick beds (kang), offering a wonderfully warm night's sleep. The rest of the day is yours to roam freely. As night falls, the village transforms into a glittering wonderland with red lanterns glowing against the pure white snow. Join the lively evening festivities, which often include open-air concerts, a vibrant disco party, and colourful float parades through the main street. Share stories with fellow travellers around a crackling bonfire, and savour a hearty Northeastern stew dinner – the perfect end to a magical day.

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  • Morning free in Snow Town – afternoon transfer to Snow Valley (optional horse-drawn sled or snowmobile) – arrive in Yabuli
  • 4+ stars Hotel (in Yabuli)
  • Breakfast

Enjoy a leisurely morning in Snow Town, perhaps hiking up a nearby hill for a panoramic sunrise view of the village nestled in a valley of white. Breathe in the crisp, pure air and capture last memories of this fairy-tale setting. After lunch, your driver will take you to Snow Valley (Xuegu), another scenic winter hamlet. Here, you have the option to experience authentic local transport – a horse-drawn wooden sled gliding over frozen streams, or an exhilarating snowmobile ride through the birch forest (at your own expense). These activities add a thrilling touch to your journey. Continue your drive to Yabuli, China's premier ski resort town, arriving in the late afternoon. Check into your comfortable mountain hotel, where you can relax, enjoy a hot spring soak to soothe your muscles, and prepare for the skiing adventure ahead. Please note that today there is no guide, giving you complete freedom to explore at your own pace.

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  • 3-hour skiing at Yabuli Ski Resort – drive back to Harbin
  • 4+ stars Hotel
  • Breakfast

Today is all about winter sports! After breakfast, head to the slopes of Yabuli Ski Resort, China's largest and most renowned ski destination. Your package includes a 3-hour ski pass with quality equipment rental (skis, poles, boots) and access to well-groomed beginner and intermediate runs. Professional instructors are available to give you tips, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience whether you are a first-timer or a seasoned skier. Glide down the powdery trails surrounded by towering snowy peaks and dense pine forests – the adrenaline and scenery are simply incomparable. For non-skiers, alternative activities like scenic cable-car rides or snow tubing can be arranged (at extra cost). After your exhilarating session, warm up with a hot drink before boarding your private vehicle for the return journey to Harbin. The drive takes you through the darkening winter landscape, arriving back in the city in the evening. Today is also guide-free, allowing you to relax and reflect on your skiing triumph.

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  • Airport transfer – end of tour
  • None
  • Breakfast

Savour one last leisurely breakfast at your hotel, reliving the incredible moments of your 10-day Ice Kingdom tour – from the ancient majesty of the Great Wall to the glittering ice palaces, from the cosy warmth of a kang bed to the thrill of skiing down pristine slopes. According to your flight schedule, your private driver will meet you in the lobby and ensure a comfortable and punctual transfer to Harbin Taiping International Airport. We wish you a safe and pleasant journey home, carrying with you the sparkling memories of China's magnificent winter wonders.

Included & Excluded

From USD2060 per person
  • The price is based on two people sharing a double room. If you prefer a single room, please contact us for a quote.
  • Price may vary depending on exchange rates, travel dates, and hotel class.
  • Prices may vary depending on the season and promotional activities. Please consult your advisor for details.
Price Includes:
  • Comfortable hotel with daily breakfast (twin room)
  • Professional English-speaking local tour guide
  • Air-conditioned private coach throughout the tour
  • Entrance tickets to all listed attractions and activities
  • Lunches as specified in the itinerary
  • Domestic flights and high-speed train tickets
  • One travel accident insurance per person
Price Excludes:
  • International flights to and from China
  • Airport transfer to hotel on arrival day (Day 1)
  • Optional or recommended activities
  • Chinese visa application fees
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses (e.g. shopping, laundry, hotel minibar)

Cancellation Policy

We understand that travel plans may change. Please review our cancellation policy below:
  • Free cancellation if canceled 60 days or more before the tour starts
  • 5% of total tour cost if canceled 45-59 days before departure
  • 10% of total tour cost if canceled 30-44 days before departure
  • 25% of total tour cost if canceled 15-29 days before departure
  • 45% of total tour cost if canceled 7-14 days before departure
  • 100% of total tour cost if canceled less than 7 days before departure

Q & A

What kind of winter clothing and gear should I bring for such cold weather?
Beijing averages -5 to -10°C, while Harbin, Snow Town, and Yabuli can drop to -20 to -30°C. We recommend a down jacket, thermal underwear, wool socks, waterproof snow boots, hat, gloves, and a scarf. Don’t forget hand warmers and lip balm. We also provide hot water bottles and blankets in our vehicles.
Is there free time for independent exploration during the trip?
Yes. Each day we reserve late afternoons or evenings for you to wander—explore Beijing’s hutongs, stroll along Harbin’s Central Street, or enjoy Snow Town’s lantern-lit nightscapes. We believe in slow travel, and our private car gives you the flexibility to adjust stops as you wish.
Since there’s snow and ice everywhere, what safety precautions should we take while walking or hiking?
Wear non‑slip waterproof boots and walk slowly with short steps. At the Great Wall, use handrails; in Snow Town, follow cleared paths. We provide walking poles if needed, and our driver carries a first‑aid kit. Avoid carrying heavy bags—leave extras in the car.

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