We offer Australian tourists a wide range of Harbin Ice Festival Tours to suit most tastes and budgets. Accommodations in reputable hotels, inclusive of airport transfers, and meals are available depending on your choice of package.
Tour Code: IFH-H-07
Get ready for an unforgettable winter experience at the world's biggest ice and snow carnival in 2026! From December 20 to February 25, immerse yourself in a wonderland of snow and ice. Hit the slopes for skiing, marvel at the breathtaking ice lantern show and exquisite ice sculptures, explore the icy wonderland of the Snow World, and witness the thrilling spectacle of winter swimming. Indulge in a variety of interesti...
Tour Code: IFH-H-05
This popular tour invites you to embrace the magic and tranquility of Harbin's winter wonderland. From December 20th to February 25th, immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of Harbin's ice and snow festival, coupled with the thrill of skiing in Yabuli. Beyond the breathtaking scenery, this trip promises an array of captivating experiences that will create lasting memories. Join us on this enchanting journey through...
Tour Code: IFH-H-01
This well-crafted trip encompasses the mesmerizing theme parks of the Ice Festival, while also allowing ample time to delve into the historical and cultural gems of Harbin. The tour is exclusively available from December 20th to February 25th, offering a unique opportunity to experience the magic of Harbin's winter wonderland.
Tour Code: IFH-CW-02
If you've ever dreamed of a winter wonderland, China will put on a spectacular show for you. During China's winter months, the skies will open up and crisp white snowflakes will begin to cover all it their path. This winter package is a perfect balance of China winter culture and beautiful wintry scene, great for photographing!
Tour Code: IFH-CW-12
Do not allow the cold and snow to deter you from exploring this enchanting country in winter. Embrace the freedom of a wonderful holiday that enables you to partake in adventures, activities, ice and snow festival, and thrills unique to this season. This itinerary covers China's most sought-after winter destinations: Beijing, Harbin, Shanghai, and the Yellow Mountain!
Tour Code: IFH-H-09
Discover an extraordinary winter wonderland that will enchant the entire family! This year, our NEW family experience program takes you beyond ordinary theme parks and into the heart of a magical winter realm. From the breathtaking Ice and Snow World to the enchanting Ice Lantern Show and Snow Sculpture Art Expo, you'll be immersed in a frozen fantasy. Get your adrenaline pumping with ice skating, sleigh rides, tubing...
Tour Code: IFH-CW-15
The most Chinese of seasons - Winter - is the 'perfect' time to visit China. Like a warm winter blanket, the magic, tranquility and stunning beauty of our winter will surround you. Traveling by both flight and private car, you will have many opportunities to explore the beautiful ice city - Harbin, Hong Kong and Beijing.
Tour Code: IFH-H-10
Embark on the ultimate adventure to the Harbin Ice Festival 2025! This exclusive trip offers a safari-style experience, world-class skiing, and an enchanting evening in a winter wonderland of ice and snow. With availability from December 20th. 2024 to February 25th. 2025, you're guaranteed an unforgettable journey into the heart of a frozen fantasy.
Tour Code: IFH-B-05
A guided grand winter tour of China at your own pace in Beijing world heritage sites, the Harbin Ice Festival, Yabuli Ski Resort and the landmarks of Shanghai. It must be your unforgettable experience in your life-time!!
Tour Code: IFH-CW-17
Take a ski holiday in China for thrills in a skiing wonderland! This ski holiday tour including the highlights of Beijing and Harbin ice festival, and with a small group ski adventure that takes in the best ski resorts of China.
Tour Code: IFH-H-13
Lose yourself in a winter wonderland at Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival. The theme parks of the festival are lined with beautiful snow sculptures, ice sculptures, and fantastic ice lanterns. Rail to Yabuli, the largest ski resort in Asia to enjoy skiing and interesting touring activities. (Available only from Dec. 20 to Feb. 25)
Winter is considered as the best time to visit Harbin, but we suggest you'd better go there during December 25 - February 20 so as you can see the perfect ice and snow sculptures.
Step A: Take International Flight to the Major China Cities which have flights connecting to Harbin.
Step B: Take China domestic flight to Harbin.
At present, the international airlines only launch direct flights from Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth to some of these China cities: Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Kunming, Hong Kong, Macao and Sanya. Most of the Australians seem to prefer the indirect flight to the direct flight though this may take up their extra hours. They usually fly to China via Singapore or Kuala Lumpur for the favorable price offered by some airlines there. Most important among them is probably they can reach more inland Chinese inland cities by their flights.
International Air Tickets
http://airchina.com.au/en/index.html
http://www.jetlo.com.au/flights/China
www.Expedia.com
www.Orbitz.com
www.travelocity.com
www.unitedairlines.com.au/core/english/index.html
http://www.kayak.com/r/JQZ2oe
http://www.bookingbuddy.com/
http://www.expedia.com/
http://travel.travelocity.com/flights/AirSearch.do?SEQ=12694854675062242010
http://www.tripmama.com
http://www.farecompare.com/
Domestic China Air Tickets
http://en.ceair.com/
http://global.hnair.com/en/index.php?start=9&language=1
http://www.airchina.com.cn/en/index.shtml
http://www.csair.com/en/index.shtml?country=China
Recommended Routes
Popular routes:
Melbourne/Sydney/Brisbane/Perth--Beijing/Shanghai--Harbin
Cheap Routes
Melbourne/Sydney/Brisbane/Perth--Singapore/Kuala Lumpur--Guangzhou/Shenzhen/Sanya/Hong Kong/Xiamen--Harbin
The Chinese Embassy processes applications from Australian Capital Territory, South Australia and Northern Territory.
Consular Section Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9am-12:00noon (Except public holiday)
TEL: 02-6273 4783, 62737443
Applications from New South Wales are advised to be forwarded to the Chinese Visa Application Service Center in Sydney;
Business Hours:
Monday-Friday(Except Australia and Chinese Public Holidays);
Application Submission: 9:00AM--3:00PM(rush application should be submitted before 12:00 noon);
Payment and Collection: 9:00AM-3:00PM;
The Center is closed on Saturdays and Sundays
Office address: Level 5, 299 Elizabeth Street (the Opposite of Museum Station), Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia
Call: +61-2-94758800 Fax: +61-2-92612088 E-mail:sydcenter@visaforchina.org
PO Box:20516 World Square, Sydney, NSW 2002 (mail application only)
Websites: http://www.visaforchina.org/SYD_EN/; http://www.visaforchina.com.au/SYD_EN/
Applications from Victoria and Tasmania are advised to be forwarded to Chinese Visa Application Service Center in Melbourne;
Business Hours:
Monday-Friday (Except Australia and Chinese Public Holiday)
Application Submission: 9:00AM to 3:00PM
Payment and Passport Collection: 9:00AM-3:00PM
The Center is closed on Saturdays and Sundays
Office address: GROUND FLOOR, 570 ST KILDA RD., MELBOURNE, VIC 3004, Australia
Call: +61-03-9937-2308 Fax: +61-03-9937-2337 E-mail: melcenter@visaforchina.org
Websites: http://www.visaforchina.org/MEL_EN/; http://www.visaforchina.com.au/MEL_EN/
Applications from Queensland are advised to be forwarded to Chinese Visa Application Service Center in Brisbane;
Business Hours:
Monday-Friday (Except Australia and Chinese Public Holiday)
Application Submission: 9:00AM to 3:00PM
Payment and Passport Collection: 9:00AM-3:00PM
The Center is closed on Saturdays and Sundays
Office address: Part Level 4, 140 Ann Street, Brisbane, QLD 4000, Australia
Call: +61-7-3031-6300 Fax: +61-7-3221-9388 E-mail: bnecenter@visaforchina.org
Websites: http://www.visaforchina.org/BNE_EN/; http://www.visaforchina.com.au/BNE_EN/
Applications from Western Australia are advised to be forwarded to the Chinese Consulate-General in Perth.
http://perth.chineseconsulate.org/eng/lszj/
TEL:08-92220333(Voice recording instructions);
08-92220321(2:30pm--4:00pm every weekday)
Credit Cards
Currently there are seven main foreign credit cards available in China, including Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB, Federal and Million. Credit cards can be used for withdrawing money, shopping and other transactions in most major cities of the country, but generally not accepted in rural areas.
ATM
In China, most of the local ATMs machines accept Visa and Master. CITIBANK card and HSBC are also very popular in China because Citibank and HSBC have agreement with UnionPay. For other cards, you may check the ATMs you are going to use and see if they have the logos and signs for your credit cards.
Electricity
Basically there are two main standards for voltage and frequency in the world. One is the standard of 120 volts at a frequency of 60 Hz, and the other is the standard of 220–240 volts at 50 Hz. China uses generally 220V, 50HZ, AC (Hong Kong is 200V; Taiwan is 110V).
Electricity in United Kingdom is 230 Volts, alternating at 50 cycles per second. If you travel to China, you will need a voltage converter and a plug adapter.
Communications
1.Internet: Most hotel rooms will offer an internet connection for your laptop. Airports, Starbucks, and a number of coffee restaurants provide free Wi-Fi. If you don't have a laptop, inexpensive internet bars are scattered around the city.
2. Post Offices: Airmail letters to United Kingdom usually take between four days and a week to reach their destinations. Stamps are sold at the post office counters.
3. Telephone
♦ Call a fixed phone
If you are going to call a fixed phone in a particular city in China, please dial the exit number of your home country 0011 + 86 (China's country code) + 10 (i.e. Beijing's city code) + phone number.
♦ Call a cell phone
If you are going to call a mobile phone in a particular city in China, please dial the exit number of your home country 0011 + 86 (China's country code) + Cell phone number.
What To Do in an Emergency in Harbin
Hopefully, you won't have to deal with an emergency while you're in Harbin. However, if you do find yourself in a bad situation, it is important to know what to do.
In China the organization that is responsible for public safety is the Public Security Bureau (PSB). There are usually several PSB locations within a city district. If you feel you are in danger or need to call for help, you can reach the PSB by dialing 110 on any phone in China.
If you lose your passport, you should report the lost passport as soon as possible to your nearest Public Security Bureau and to your embassy or consulate in China. In order to get a new Chinese visa, a Police report about the loss/theft will be required.
♦ Harbin Public Security Bureau
Tel: (0451)87661411
No.9, Hongxing Street, Daoli District
♦ Harbin Public Security Bureau, Daowai Branch
Tel: (0451)57606110
No.331, Dongzhi Road, Daowai District
♦ Harbin Public Security Bureau, Daoli Branch
Tel: (0451)87663190
No.27, Aidemengdun Road, Daoli District
Below are some emergency phone numbers that you should make note of:
110 for the police
119 in case of fire
120 for an ambulance
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