Frozen Fairytale (Harbin - Changbaishan | 8 Days 7 Nights)
Frozen Fairytale (Harbin - Changbaishan | 8 Days 7 Nights)
Program Overview
Target Audience
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Repeat visitors to China
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High-net-worth travelers seeking rare, seasonal experiences
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Guests no longer interested in standard itineraries
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Collectors of once-a-year natural and cultural spectacles
Core Value Proposition
Once a Year Spectacles
This journey is designed around experiences that exist only for a brief winter window—
miss it, and you wait another year.
Best Travel Window
December 20 – February 10
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Full operation of Harbin Ice & Snow World
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Ideal ice, snow, and rime conditions
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Stable winter scenery and activities
Key Highlights
❄️ Harbin Ice & Snow World – VIP Experience
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Fast-track VIP entry, no long waits in extreme cold
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Exclusive access to heated VIP lounges
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Prime night-time viewing of illuminated ice architecture
🌋 Snowmobile Adventure to Heaven Lake
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Snowmobile ascent to Heaven Lake (Tianchi) on Changbai Mountain
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Access beyond standard visitor routes
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Subject to weather and safety conditions
♨️ Ice & Hot Spring Rejuvenation
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Natural hot springs surrounded by snow
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A powerful contrast of cold and warmth for physical recovery
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 | Arrival in Harbin
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Arrival at Harbin Taiping International Airport
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Private transfer
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Check-in at Shangri-La Hotel Harbin (Songhua River view)
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Leisure and rest
Day 2 | Snow Sculptures & Ice Kingdom
Daytime
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Visit to Sun Island International Snow Sculpture Art Expo
Evening
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Visit Harbin Ice & Snow World
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VIP Fast Pass entry
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Best night-time viewing of ice installations
Day 3 | Volga Manor – Russian Winter Fantasy
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Visit to Volga Manor
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Russian-style architecture and winter landscapes
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Private vodka or tea tasting experience
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Optional horse-drawn carriage (weather permitting)
Day 4 | High-Speed Rail to Changbai Mountain
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High-speed train transfer to Changbai Mountain area
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Private transfer to hotel
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Check-in at Park Hyatt Changbaishan (Ski-in / Ski-out)
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Afternoon at leisure or skiing
Day 5 | Snowmobile Ascent to Heaven Lake
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Snowmobile ride up Changbai Mountain
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Visit Heaven Lake (Tianchi)
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Photography time (weather permitting)
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Afternoon relaxation at natural hot springs
Day 6 | Rime Ice & Mineral Water River Drift
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Experience mineral water river drifting (rafting)
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Observe spectacular rime ice formations
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A rare and highly photogenic winter phenomenon
Day 7 | Polar Activities of Choice
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Private ski lesson
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Husky sledding experience
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Free time in the afternoon
Day 8 | Departure
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Private transfer to airport
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End of program