Overview

one day Harbin tour

From a bonanza of wildly fantastic snow and ice sculptures in the annual Harbin Ice Festival to amazing architecture blending Chinese and European styles, Harbin is a wonderland in winter. On a private Harbin day tour, your Easy Tour China travel consultant can tailor make the itinerary based on your interest and schedule. Marvel at the magnificent St. Sophia Cathedral, see Siberian Tigers at the park and explore the stunning, fun-filled venues of the Snow and Ice Festival.

Best for: Families, couples, expats in China

Duration: 1 day (about 8 to 10 hours)

Destinations: Harbin

Travel Type: Private tour - Flexible & Free to customize

Highlights of the tour:

  • Dive into the imagination of Harbin Ice Festival, admiring thousands of snow and ice sculptures in Sun Island, Ice and Snow World, or Zhaolin Park.
  • Discover the iconic landmarks of Harbin city, from Saint Sophia Cathedral to Central Street.
  • Customize Your Tour:
    ☑  Travel Dates  ☑ Your Interests  ☑ Your Travel Style

    Day

    Known as the "Ice City," Harbin is one of China's best winter destinations, blending traditional Chinese and Russian cultures, European architecture, and ice and snow art. While it's perfect for skiing and various winter activities in winter, Harbin's cool and pleasant summers also make it a popular summer retreat.

    With a day trip in Harbin in winter, accompanied by your private professional English-speaking guide, you can experience the most sought-after sights in Harbin: the exciting Harbin Ice Festival,  the iconic St. Sophia Cathedral and more. Depending on the time required for each attraction, you can choose 3-5 attractions. Feel free to consult with your travel advisor of Easy Tour China.

    Rough Itinerary:


    08:30 - 09:00: Your guide will pick you up at your hotel lobby at around 8:30 after your breakfast, then transfer (privately) to visit the first scenic spot.

    12:00 - 13:30: Lunch and break. We will arrange for you to eat at a local restaurant with  signature Harbin dishes.

    13:30 - 19:00: Afternoon Harbin city discovery. After completing all your sightseeing tours at an appropriate time based on a customized itinerary, drive back to your hotel. End of one-day Harbin tour.

    Trip to St. Sophia Cathedral Harbin

    Recommended Attractions to Visit during your Day tour in Harbin:


    Zhongyang Pedestrian Street: An "Architectural Art Museum" showcasing various architectural styles including Renaissance, Baroque, and Art Nouveau.

    St. Sophia Cathedral: A Byzantine-style church, with the Harbin Architectural Art Museum inside it.

    Harbin Ice and Snow World: The world's largest ice and snow theme park and a must-visit place in Harbin during winter. Around the Harbin Ice and Snow Festival (typically mid-December to February), the park features spectacular ice sculptures, light shows, ice slides, and more.

    Sun Island Scenic Area: Lush with flowers and trees in summer, offering boat rides; in winter, it hosts the renowned “Sun Island International Snow Sculpture Art Expo.”

    Siberian Tiger Park: Just north of Sun Island. Here, at the world's largest artificial breeding base for Amur tigers, visitors can observe these tigers up close when sitting on a enclosed sightseeing bus.

    Volga Manor: A Russian architecture and culture themed park. Approximately 20 kilometers southeast of downtown, a tour from Harbin to Volga Manor requires at least half a day.

    Extend the Tour

    Beijing: China’s capital and cultural center house a wealth of historical sites. Extend your Harbin  tour to Beijing to explore the Great Wall of China, Forbidden City...

    Shanghai: Combine your China winter tour with Harbin and Shanghai, China’s Ice City and Magical City, exploring the Bund, Yu Garden, Zhujiajiao Water Town...   

    Xian: A Harbin to Xian tour allows you to visit Terracotta Army Museum, the Ancient City Wall of Xian, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, etc.

    What's included

    • 1-on-1 Travel Consultant

      Your China based expert listens to your wishes carefully, provides professional advice, ensures unlimited itinerary revisions before done and 24/7 helpline service while traveling.

    • Private Local Guide and Driver

      Your guides are friendly, helpful and knowledgeable, and your drivers are professional, polite and patient. They are very flexible to accommodate your personal needs and happy to show you the local attractions, history, culture, foods and real life. 
      Private transfers from hotel to attractions, airport or train station are also included.

    • Accommodation to Suite Your Preference

      We hand pick hotels ranging from luxury 5 star, superior 4 star to comfortable 3 star. Luxury or cozy boutique hotels and budget guesthouses are also among your choices. You could decide where to stay to meet your taste and budget.

    • Gourmet Meals

      Most of the hotels we select offer both Western and Chinese buffet breakfast. Lunch and dinner included are arranged in selected restaurants to taste authentic Chinese cuisine and local specialties. Thus you may also have a unique food tour.
      Meals specified in itinerary as B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner.

    • Attractions and Activities Listed on the Itinerary

      Our city tour packages have included the (first/main) entry to all attractions and the expenses of activities on the itinerary (except the optional activities).

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