I. Itinerary Overview Theme: Ice and Snow Kingdom Carnival + European Style Experience Duration: 5 days and 4 nights Budget: 4000 yuan/person (including

I. Itinerary Overview Theme: Ice and Snow Kingdom Carnival + European Style Experience Duration: 5 days, 4 nights Budget: 4,000 RMB/person (including airfare/high-speed rail) Best Season: December-February (during Ice and Snow World opening hours) II. Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Harbin and Experience the Charm of the Ice City Morning: Arrive in Harbin and check into a hotel near Central Street (recommended budget hotels such as the Madiel Hotel and Home Inn Select, approximately 200 RMB/night). Afternoon: Stroll along Central Street, admiring the European-style architecture. Enjoy Madiel popsicles (5 RMB), Qiulin red sausage (10 RMB), and bread from Huamei Western Restaurant (5 RMB). Evening: Visit Saint Sophia Cathedral (20 RMB admission), admire the night view, and take photos. Day 2: Ice and Snow World Carnival Morning: Visit Harbin Ice and Snow World (tickets approximately 300 yuan, recommended to purchase tickets online in advance) and experience attractions such as the super-long ice slide and ice bikes. Afternoon: Continue exploring the Ice and Snow World and admire the exquisite ice sculptures. Evening: Enjoy the night view of the Ice and Snow World and experience the dreamlike world of ice and snow. Day 3: Snow Town Fairytale World Morning: Travel to Snow Town by car (shared car approximately 150 yuan/person, approximately 5 hours), enjoying the scenic beauty of the snowy forests along the way. Afternoon: Arrive in Snow Town and stay in a local homestay (approximately 200 yuan/night) to experience the traditional Northeastern kang (fired bed). Evening: Stroll along Snow Rhythm Street, admiring unique sights such as snow mushrooms and snow houses, and enjoy a bonfire party (free of charge). Day 4: Yabuli Skiing Experience Morning: Travel to Yabuli Ski Resort by car (shared car, approximately 100 RMB/person, approximately 2 hours) and try skiing (beginner slopes, approximately 200 RMB/2 hours, including equipment). Afternoon: Continue skiing or try other snow activities (such as tubing, snowmobiling, etc.). Evening: Return to downtown Harbin (shared car, approximately 100 RMB/person) and check into your hotel. Day 5: Farewell to the Ice City Morning: Visit the Sun Island Snow Expo (tickets, approximately 240 RMB) and admire the various snow sculptures. Afternoon: Transfer to the airport/train station, depending on your flight/high-speed rail schedule, concluding your enjoyable Harbin trip. III. Budget Allocation Transportation: Approximately 1,000 RMB (round-trip airfare/high-speed rail + city transportation + carpooling) Accommodation: Approximately 800 RMB (4 nights in a budget hotel/B&B) Tickets: Approximately 860 RMB (Ice and Snow World + Snow Expo + Saint Sophia Cathedral) Food: Approximately 500 RMB (Northeastern cuisine, Russian cuisine, etc.) Other: Approximately 840 RMB (skiing, shopping, etc.) IV. Practical Tips Clothing: Harbin experiences cold winters, so bring warm clothing such as a down jacket, thermal underwear, snow boots, a hat, and gloves. Slip Prevention: Ice and snow can be slippery, so wear non-slip shoes or crampons. Keep Your Phone Warm: Phones can easily shut down in cold temperatures, so use a heat pack or keep it in your pocket. Reservations: For popular attractions like Ice and Snow World and Xuexiang, book tickets and accommodation in advance. 5. Optional Activities If you have more time, you can add a day to visit the Volga Manor and experience Russian charm. Those interested in history can visit the Siberian Tiger Park and the 731 Site. 6. Harbin's winter is full of charm. We hope this guide will help you plan an unforgettable snowy trip! Remember to wrap up warm and fully enjoy the romance and excitement of the Ice City!