English‑speaking local guide
Small Groups or Private Tours
Price of tour: $949*
* (Price can be 10% lower or higher depending on the season.)
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Our team is based here, we operate our own tours, and we’re available to help you before and during your journey.
6 Days Harbin, Snow Town to Changbai Mountain
Discover the breathtaking winter landscapes of China’s northeast with this 6-day journey from Harbin to Changbai Mountain. Begin in vibrant Harbin, where you’ll marvel at dazzling ice sculptures at the Ice and Snow World, stroll down historic Central Avenue, and visit the beautiful St. Sophia Cathedral.
Continue to Snow Town, a fairy-tale village blanketed in deep snow, known for its charming wooden houses and festive nights. Enjoy snow activities, cozy guesthouses, and experience the unique winter culture of the region.
Next, journey to the scenic Changbai Mountain area. Explore the dramatic crater lake, relax in natural hot springs, and take in spectacular forest and mountain views—perfect for photography and outdoor adventure.
Enjoy included hotel stays, daily breakfasts, all main entry tickets, private transfers, and the service of an experienced English-speaking guide. This tour is ideal for travelers seeking snow, culture, and the magical charm of China’s winter wonderland—all seamlessly arranged.
Welcome to Harbin, the largest and most special city in the northern part of China! After landing in Harbin you will meet your driver for a transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day you can take it easy and acclimatise. You can relax or take a short walk near your hotel to get familiar with the area. Also this could be a moment to try out some nice local food somewhere 🙂
The day starts with a trip to Siberia Tiger Park to see the conservation efforts for Siberian tigers. In case we didn’t get bitten by the tigers, we will afterwards visit the monumental Stalin Park along the Songhua River. Here we can take a moment so see the beautiful St. Sophia Church and its amazing architecture.
In the afternoon, we will explore the snow sculptures on Sun Island, which are part of an annual exhibit. You will be amazed by what people can create from just snow!
End the day at the famous Harbin Ice and Snow World, where you can walk through the ice structures and enjoy yourself by buying souvenirs, eating local Harbin food, or just meeting strangers along the way.
On day 3, we will go on an exciting journey to China Snow Town. Once we arrive, we’ll head to the viewing deck, where you’ll be treated to breathtaking panoramic views of the snow-covered town. After that (and if you still have some breath left ;)) we will walk along Xueyun Avenue, where you will be walking right through the the charming wooden houses. It’s like stepping into a winter paradise film! If you like, you can also hop on one of the commonly used dog sled rides! At night, witness the vibrant float parade, Chinese Yangko dancing, and join the mesmerising bonfire party (subject to weather conditions). Wow! What a day 3 this is…. 🙂
Today we’re off to Erdaobaihe, the gateway town of the magnificent Changbai Mountain. Before we reach our destination, we’ll make a (very important) stop at Jingpo Lake, where you’ll witness a local-style Winter Fishing Watching event. We are sure you’ll be amazed by the skill and precision of the local fishermen as they navigate the frozen lake, showcasing their age-old fishing techniques.
After checking in at the hotel in Erdaobaihe, you can experience a relaxing hot spring (public) provided by the hotel for free.
Good morning – This is day 5! Get ready for a day filled with natural wonders as we explore the breathtaking Changbai Mountain. Our first stop is the North Slope, where we’ll discover the beauty of Heavenly Lake- the highest volcanic lake. Next, we will go to Changbai Waterfall, which will can admire from a distance. It looks like a gorgeous milky way falling in the white snow sky. A great Instagram moment ;). Continue to visit nearby Julong Spring. It is the most famous hot spring in Changbai Mountain and the water temperature is usually above 60°C. Later, go to Green Deep Pool Waterfall, it’s formed by two streams of mountain spring water, dropping from a 26-m-high cliff. After that, we return to our hotel to digest all the wonders we’ve seen today.
(oh and by the way: the order of scenic spots might be changed due to the weather conditions – we do our best to give you the best experience!)
Our last day. We will miss you!
It’s time to say farewell to this winter paradise. We’ll provide you with a seamless transfer service to the airport or train station. We do hope to see you next time! Please spread the word about Yellowbird tour for us!
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Our multilingual team’s passion ensures you receive personal, attentive, and friendly guidance—from planning to the last day of your trip.
Talk directly to real travel experts based in the country – no automated call centers, no chatbots. We tailor each tour to your interests and support you every step of the way.
Certified local guides for a deeper cultural experience.
Authentic experiences led by local experts – not generic sightseeing.
Travel like a local, with guides who truly know the region.
Jessie | Founder
10 years experience in organizing expat tours in China.
Jessie first worked as travel consultant for many years, her excellent organizing skills and great travel route planning have won the trust of many customers. In 2018 she founded experiencetibet.org, an agency offering tours in Tibet autonomous region and other Tibetan areas in China such as Gansu, Yunnan and Sichuan. In 2020 she started yellowbirdtour.com, with destinations all over China.
Penny | China travel consultant
Penny has rich experience in organizing foreigners tours to many places in China, such as Tibet, Gansu, Yunnan, Xinjiang, Zhangjiajie. She is very responsive, always quick and patient. Customers like her, they always come back for more tours, and also recommend many of their friends to join.
Dawei | Tour guide / operator
Dawei is a Tibetan Buddhist, and comes from the most north edge of the Tibetan plateau in Qinghai province, Western China. He has travelled as a tour leader to many South Asian countries such as India, Bhutan and also nearly the entire country of China. He focuse especially on guiding in Qinghai, Gansu, Sichuan, Ningxia provinces and Tibetan regions. The activities of these various tour groups have included adopting family, horse racing, hiking, bird watching, cycling, camping, overseas students, cultural and religious sightseeing.
Andrew | Touir guide / operator
Andrew was born and grew up in a small village of Zhangjiajie, Hunan. From 2009-2012 he works for royal Caribbean International cruise as an onboard guest services officer. After that, he dedicates his life/time to guiding and operating tours in Zhangjiajie and around. As a native person, he knows all the corner of the scenic area, such as good restaurants, souvenir shops and cultures. He is very experienced and super flexible, he knows how to avoid the crowds and take advantage of the weather and offer the best travel experience to customers, all you need to do is just relax and enjoy!
Book directly with a local operator – no middlemen, no hidden fees.