With the onset of the Winter Solstice, Baishan in Jilin ushers in its most enchanting season. From the foothills of the majestic Mount Changbai (also known as Changbaishan, Changbai Mountain) to the banks of the Yalu River, this guide will help you fully immerse yourself in Baishan's winter wonders.

Ski resort getaway

Recommended duration: 3 days

Changbai Mountain Wanda International Resort — West Slope of Mount Changbai — Changbaishan Beautiful China Resort — Songhua River Eco-Tourism Zone (Snow Valley Market) — Huayuan Starry Sky Farm — Airen Town

Day 1: After breakfast, head to the ski area at Changbai Mountain Wanda International Resort. Spend the day skiing and enjoying the resort's leisure offerings, entertainment, and hot springs.

Day 2: After breakfast, visit the West Slope of Mount Changbai for expansive views of the Heavenly Lake. Descend to Changbaishan Beautiful China Resort for winter activities such as cross-country excursions and mountain skiing. We recommend an overnight stay at a distinctive onsite hotel, such as the Timberwood Lodge.

Day 3: After breakfast, explore the Songhua River EcoTourism Zone and its charming Snow Valley Market. Continue to Huayuan Starry Sky Farm, then conclude your day with an overnight in Airen Town.

Hot spring & wellness retreat

Recommended duration: 3 days

Changbai Mountain Wanda International Resort — Hanna Mountain Hotspring Resort — Changbaishan Beautiful China Resort — Club Med Changbaishan — Wanliang Ginseng Market — Fusong Ginseng Museum — Lushuihe Changbaishan International Hunting Resort — Xianrenqiao Hot Spring Tourism Resort

Day 1: After breakfast, depart for Changbai Mountain Wanda International Resort to enjoy skiing, the water park, snow-igloo hot pot, and more. We recommend an overnight stay at Hanna Mountain Hotspring Resort to experience its natural hot springs.

Day 2: After breakfast, proceed to Changbaishan Beautiful China Resort for winter crosscountry hiking and mountain skiing. Enjoy an evening at the resort and consider staying at Club Med Changbaishan's hot springs hotel.

Day 3: After breakfast, visit Wanliang Town to explore Asia's largest ginseng trading market. Then head to Fusong Ginseng Museum, where highlights include centuryold wild ginseng, fascinating ginseng stories, and exceptionally large cultivated ginseng in varied forms. In the afternoon, travel to Lushuihe Changbaishan International Hunting Resort to admire the enchanting rime and try river drifting. Stay overnight in the resort's unique forest cabins or continue to Xianrenqiao Hot Spring Tourism Resort to soak in high temperature radon hot springs and wash away the day's fatigue.

Border culture & folklore tour

Recommended duration: 4 days

Longshan Lake Scenic Area — Songling Snow Village — Longtou Mountain Ski Resort — Yalu River Culture Exhibition Center — Yalu River International Cultural Exchange Center — Changbai Port — Lingguang Pagoda Scenic Area — Changbai Orchard Folk Culture Village — Millennial Cliff Town — Sihai Weijia Streamside Snow Hut Camping Site

Day 1: After breakfast, visit the Longshan Lake Scenic Area to enjoy the Yalu River vistas, explore the small fishing-and-hunting town, and savor local farmhouse dishes featuring Yalu River fish. Continue to Songling Snow Village in Linjiang for an overnight stay.

Day 2: After breakfast, head to Longtou Mountain Ski Resort to carve through vast expanses of snow and ice. Then drive along the G331 toward Changbai County, enjoying the scenic route. Visit the Yalu River Culture Exhibition Center and the Yalu River International Cultural Exchange Center to observe border sights such as the March 5 Youth Copper Mine on the opposite shore. Overnight in Changbai County.

Day 3: After breakfast, explore the Changbai Port area to take in the border landscape. Then proceed to the Lingguang Pagoda Scenic Area and climb Tashan (Pagoda Hill) Park for panoramic views of the Changbai border region. Stay overnight at Changbai Orchard Folk Culture Village to try intangible cultural heritage activities like rice-cake pounding and kimchi making, and to experience a traditional Korean-style guesthouse.

Day 4: Depart the guesthouse for Millennial Cliff Town to experience attractions such as the "Sky Mirror" and "Heart-Pounding Steps." Then continue to Sihai Weijia Streamside Snow Hut Camping Site for activities like forest horseback riding.

Ice & snow study tour

Recommended duration: 4 days

Changbai Mountain Manchu Culture Museum — Changbai Mountain EcoEmpowerment Factory — Baishan Four Seasons Ice and Snow Park — China Songhua Stone Museum — Balipo Cultural Park (Ruixin Resort) — General Yang Jingyu's Martyrdom Site — Songhua River EcoTourism Zone (Snow Valley Market) — Jinjiang Wooden Cabin Village — Changbaishan Beautiful China Resort — Memorial for Four Defence Battles of Linjiang — Chen Yun's Former Residence Memorial

Day 1: In downtown Baishan, visit the Changbai Mountain Manchu Culture Museum to learn about Manchu cultural development. Proceed to the Changbai Mountain Eco Empowerment Factory to appreciate the region's strong ecological initiatives. Then head to Baishan Four Seasons Ice and Snow Park to enjoy winter activities. Overnight in downtown Baishan.

Day 2: After breakfast, depart downtown for Jiangyuan District to visit the China Songhua Stone Museum and admire unique stones and renowned inkstones. Lunch at Ruixin Resort, sampling local specialties such as pit-roasted dishes and the Manchu “Eight Bowls” banquet. In the afternoon, visit Balipo Cultural Park (Ruixin Resort) for camping, barbecues, and photography.

Day 3: After breakfast, travel to Jingyu County to visit General Yang Jingyu's Martyrdom Site. Then continue to the Snow Valley Market in the Songhua River Eco Tourism Zone to experience the festive New Year atmosphere along the Songhua River. In the afternoon, visit Jinjiang Wooden Cabin Village in Fusong to experience traditional Guandong folk customs.

Day 4: After breakfast, depart for Changbaishan Beautiful China Resort for winter activities such as ski lessons. In the afternoon, travel to Linjiang to visit the Memorial for Four Defence Battles of Linjiang and Chen Yun's Former Residence Memorial. Overnight in a characteristic cultural homestay in Linjiang and sample local dishes such as sour cabbage stewed with forest frog.

Ice & snow carnival  

Recommended duration: 2 days

Longshan Lake Scenic Area — Hunjiang District Sports Park — Qidaojiang Conference Memorial Hall — Hunjiang District Party History Exhibition Hall — "Veteran's Container" Trendy Play Block — Hunjiang District On-river Ice and Snow Carnival — Baishan Four Seasons Ice and Snow Park — Hekou Artist Village

Day 1: After breakfast, visit the Longshan Lake Scenic Area for a cruise on the Yalu River and to capture its beautiful scenery. Enjoy a barbecue at Hunjiang District Sports Park or savor local farmhouse meals featuring Yalu River fish for lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Qidaojiang Conference Memorial Hall and the Hunjiang District Party History Exhibition Hall. In the evening, explore the internet-famous "Veteran's Container" Trendy Play Block to sample Baishan delicacies, buy creative handicrafts, and try entertainment at the e-sports arena. Overnight in a downtown hotel.

Day 2: After breakfast, head to the Hunjiang District On-river Ice and Snow Carnival for ice-based activities. In the afternoon, experience skiing at Baishan Four Seasons Ice and Snow Park. Conclude your trip with a visit to Hekou Artist Village to appreciate works by renowned artists before departing.