Winter Adventure: Great Wall & Ice Snow Festival

Itinerary

• Day 1: Beijing Arrival

  Welcome to Beijing, one of China's most historic cities! Upon arrival, a private transfer will take you to your hotel. Rest well and prepare for your upcoming Northern China exploration.

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• Day 2: The Temple of Heaven & the Great Wall

  After breakfast, visit the Temple of Heaven, an epitome of imperial Chinese architecture - symmetrical, majestic, and rich in cultural meaning. Once a site for ceremonial prayers, it is now a bustling place where locals practice Tai Chi and dancing, offering a great opportunity to experience daily life in Beijing.

  Then, drive 70km to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, a less crowded yet well-preserved segment built during the Ming Dynasty. Explore the ancient culture of the wall and enjoy the stunning natural scenery, whether by cable car or on foot. If you're up for it, climb its towers for spectacular views and perfect photo opportunities of the wall snaking across the mountains.

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  • Beijing

• Day 3: The Forbidden City and Flight to Harbin

  Your day starts with a visit to Tiananmen Square, followed by a tour of the Forbidden City, one of the world's five most important palaces. Admire the beautiful and well-preserved buildings decorated with yellow-glazed tile roofs, white marble bases, and colorful paintings that adorn the extensive palace complex.

  In the afternoon, your guide will escort you to the airport for your flight to Harbin. Enjoy your free time in the evening and have a good rest.

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  • Harbin

• Day 4: Snow Sculpture Expo & Ice and Snow World

  In the morning, start your excursion at Zhaolin Park, the birthplace of China's Ice Lantern Art, where national ice sculpture competitions are held annually, to marvel at the creativity and craftsmanship of hundreds of ice sculptures. Then, cross the river to the Snow Sculpture Art Expo, where you'll be amazed by thousands of snow sculptures inspired by landscapes, figures, and famous landmarks.

  In the late afternoon, walk to the Ice and Snow World, a dazzling carnival of ice sculptures and buildings. Your tour today culminates in the splendor of the Frozen World illuminated at 4 p.m. Everything from castles to towers crafted from ice shines. Try activities like snow sledding and snow tubing while soaking up the lively atmosphere.

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  • Harbin

• Day 5: Zhongyang Pedestrian Street, St. Sophia Cathedral & Siberian Tiger Park

  Start your day at the Zhongyang Pedestrian Street, a hub of architectural styles, including Renaissance, Baroque, and Modern. As you roam along the street to the St. Sophia Cathedral, a colorful, domed church, you'll understand why Harbin is often called the "Oriental Moscow". For an early morning experience, visit the quaint Laodaowai Street and explore the bustling Hongzhuan Morning Market nearby. The market is teemed with local delicacies like deep-fried cake and frozen fruits, offering an authentic taste of Harbin.

  Then, head to the Siberian Tiger Park, where you can see hundreds of Siberian tigers and other big cats like white tigers and leopards up close from a safari-style vehicle. For an extra thrill, you can even feed the tigers!

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  • Harbin

• Day 6: Harbin Departure

  Time to say goodbye to Harbin! You'll be transferred to the airport by your driver for your next destination after breakfast.

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