Genhe + Hulunbuir + Changchun 15-Day Travel Journal

☃️Must-Visit Attractions Recommendation: 1️⃣【Harbin Ice and Snow World】 📍Address: West side of Songbei Avenue, Songbei District ⏰Opening Hours: September 21-30, 10:00-21:30 (last entry at 20:30) 💫Tips: Recommended to enter in the evening to enjoy both the magnificent daytime view and the dazzling night scene✨ The park is huge! Remember to wear the thickest down jacket + warm packs 2️⃣【Northeast Tiger Forest Park】 🔥Rare Experience: Get up close to the king of beasts! 📍Address: No. 88 Songbei Street, Songbei District ⏰Opening Hours: Peak season (May-October) 8:00-16:30 🎫Tickets: It’s recommended to buy in advance on Trip.com to avoid queues 3️⃣【Polar Pavilion Penguin Parade】 🐧Adorable Highlight: The world’s only underwater beluga whale show! 📍Address: No. 277 Taiyang Avenue ⏰Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00 💰Tickets: 193 RMB (free for children under 1.2 meters) 4️⃣【Border Check-in - Manzhouli National Gate】 🚩Landmark building at the China-Russia border Recommended activity: Visit at dusk to see the stunning border sunset🌅 5️⃣【Moerdaoga National Forest Park】 🌲Secret Spot: 95 RMB for unlimited access to the primeval forest 📍Address: 11 km from Moerdaoga Town, Hulunbuir ⏰Opening Hours: 8:30-17:00 📸Photo Spot: Bailu Island Viewing Platform is amazing! 🍜Foodie Guide: • Harbin must-try: red sausage + Guo Bao Rou (sweet and sour pork) • Authentic Russian cuisine in Manzhouli • Grassland hand-held mutton with milk tea is delicious! 🏠Accommodation Highlights and Warnings: 1️⃣Manzhouli Triumph Hotel 📍No. 80 Wenming Road, Wudao Street 🌟Highlight: Free room upgrade + city center location ⚠️Note: It’s recommended to bring your own towel 2️⃣Shenyang North Youke Weijing Hotel 🛏️Recommended: Executive rooms with great views 3️⃣Hanting Hotel (Hailar Station Branch) 🚇Advantage: 5-minute walk from the train station 🚗Transportation Tips: • Harbin to Hulunbuir is best by chartered car • Self-driving is best for Moerdaoga Forest Park 💰Cost Reference: Around 8,000 RMB per person for the whole trip (including airfare) Booking hotels 2 months in advance during peak season is most cost-effective!