4 Days Harbin Ice Snow Festival Tour with Volga Manor
Tour Overview
The Harbin Ice and Snow Festival is a must see for winter tourism in China. During the 4-day trip to Harbin, your private tour guide will take you to explore the local culture and history at the Heilongjiang Provincial Museum. Central Street is the busiest area in Harbin. Afterwards, go to the Sun Island Scenic Area to admire large-scale snow sculptures by artists from China and abroad. Watch wild Siberian tigers roam freely up close. Of course, the Ice and Snow World is one of the highlights of this Harbin tour, where you will see ice sculptures of various shapes illuminated by lights and experience interesting ice projects.
Another highlight is the Volga Manor, a fairy tale like world filled with Russian style charm. You will see over a lot of Russian style buildings, try thrilling snow activities, and taste Russian cuisine. This is an ideal vacation spot to spend time with your family. In addition, the Ice Lantern Festival at Zhaolin Park is also very popular and included in this itinerary. Any attraction and project can be adjusted according to your preferences.
Travel destination: Harbin
Suitable for: Families, Winter Enthusiasts
Tour type: Private
Highlights of this tour:
- Explore Harbin’s local atmosphere on Central Street filled with shops and cafes and also admire European buildings.
- Appreciate the marvelous snow sculptures from international artists.
- See the majestic wild tigers in a semi-natural environment – Siberian Tiger Park.
- Have fun with various ice and snow activities at Ice and Snow World.
- Immerse in a fairytale world full of Russian flavor with more than 40 Russian-style buildings.
Day-by-day Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Harbin
So happy to have you on our 4-day private Harbin tour package! Upon arrival at Harbin Airport, you will be greeted by a local English-speaking tour guide who will accompany you to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore the city.
Meal: N/A
Accommodation: in Harbin
- Day 2: Harbin Ice Festival TourExplore the History of Harbin and Admire the Stunning Snow and Ice Sculptures
After breakfast at the hotel, depart for the Heilongjiang Provincial Museum, the first stop of your Harbin tour. Here you can see dinosaur fossils and animal specimens, as well as ancient ceramic pots, silver jewelry and jade, weapons, calligraphy and paintings, and other cultural relics unearthed in Heilongjiang Province. If you are lucky, you can also see temporary exhibitions, such as handicraft exhibitions.
Next, enjoy a leisurely walk along the historic Central Street, where you can will see many Baroque-style European buildings and interesting ice and snow sculptures of different shapes.
St. Sophia Cathedral on Central Street Then, we head to theĀ world-famous Sun Island International Snow Sculpture Art ExpoĀ in the Sun Island Scenic Area. Unlike the ice sculptures we'll see this afternoon at the Ice and Snow World, the snow sculptures here are more suitable for daytime viewing. The annual snow expo lasts about two months, during which visitors willĀ enjoy a variety of large-scale snow sculptures from Chinese and foreign artists, which are exquisite in appearance and have a strong sense of art.
Continue to the Siberian Tiger ParkĀ adjacent to the scenic Sun Island. Covering an area of 360,000 square meters, it was established out of a desire to save and protect the world's endangered species, the Northeast Tiger. We will take a special sightseeingĀ bus to enjoy the 30 wild tigers walking freely. Besides, you will also see white lions, leopards, lynx and other treasured animals.
In the evening, you will go to experience the magical Ice and Snow World, the highlight of our 4-day Harbin tourĀ package. The Harbin Ice Festival is recognized as the world's largest snow and ice theme park and is recorded in the Guinness Book of World Records. It is a winter wonderland illuminated by colorful LED lights and is open from Christmas to early March.
Harbin Ice and Snow World Here you will enjoy beautiful ice and snow sculptures as well as a snow castle. When night falls, the ice lanterns are even more enchanting with their colorful lights. Various snow recreation programs such as ice slides, ice bikes and Ferris wheels enrich your experience. At the end of the day, return to the hotel for a good rest.
Warm Tips:
During peak hours, especially during the traditional Chinese Lunar New Year and weekends, the queues for many programs get longer.
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch
Accommodation: in Harbin
- Day 3: Harbin Volga Manor TourExperience Russian-style Manor, Ice Lantern Show & Rides
Today we will spend most of the day at Volga Manor. Located on the outskirts of Harbin, this is a fairytale world full of Russian flavor with more than 40 Russian-style buildings, including red old castles and blue-roofed cabins. In this manor, you can experience various amusement facilities such as snow tubing or ice skating. In addition, cultural experiences, dining and lodging are all available, making it perfect for a visit with family and friends.
Chinaxiantour's customers in Volga Manor In the late afternoon, return to the city and head to Zhaolin Park. Built in 1906, the park today is the venue for the annual Harbin Winter Ice Lantern ShowĀ (starting around January 5 and to the end of February.). You will enjoy many ice sculptures and experience various rides such as, ice slides, ice maze, spinning top on ice, and ice skating.
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch
Accommodation: in Harbin
Ice Lantern Show in Zhaolin Park - Day 4: Departure from Harbin
Enjoy your free time in the morning. Your private driver will then escort you to the airport or train station for your departure to the next destination or home. This is the end of your 4-day Harbin tour with Volga Manor.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: N/A
