DAY 01: ARRIVAL IN BEIJING

Our guide will pick you up at Beijing airport and transfer you to your hotel. Relax during the remainder of the afternoon and evening to recover from the jet lag.

DAY 02: BEIJING

Beijing is home to over 10 million inhabitants and contains numerous attractions. Your first full day of sightseeing features Tiananmen Square, the world's largest public square covering 99 square acres. Enter through the gates of the Forbidden City, realizing that in the past, commoners were not allowed onto its grounds. Continue on to the emperor's Summer Palace, taking a leisurely stroll along Lake Kunming. Tonight, enjoy a Peking Duck Banquet.

DAY 03: BEIJING

This morning you will experience at first hand the wonder of the Great Wall at Badaling Section. The Great Wall of China snakes its way thousands of miles across northern China and is a must-see destination. As you stand atop the Wall, remember that it took 10 years to complete and even today stands as a monument to the greatness of the Chinese civilization. After spending time at the Great Wall, climb down to visit the Ming Tombs.

DAY 04: BEIJING / HARBIN

Start the day with a pilgrimage to the solemn Temple of Heaven, where the emperors prayed to the heavens for a plentiful harvest. We then take our flight to Harbin after lunch. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and relax at your own.

DAY 05: HARBIN

Today we'll go to the Ice & Snow World, Ice Sculptures Exhibitions with winter activities on Songhuajiang River, and the Siberian Tiger Garden. In the evening enjoy theCarved Ice Lanterns with creations in colorful lights.

DAY 06: HARBIN / YABULI

In the morning you'll be transferred to the largest international ski center in Asia - Yabuli Ski Resort and also visit the Yabuli Scenic Area. As a sub-range of the Changbai Mountain Range, the resort is one of the best natural skiing resorts in China. The area enjoys a freezing period of the region often lasting as long as six months, from October to April. The snow depth averages 39cm and can reach up to 60cm in high altitude regions. After lunch you can hit the ski slopes in Yalibu, enjoy the white powder snow and the spectacular scenery. Tonight you will lodge in

DAY 07: YABULI / HARBIN/ BEIJING

In the morning, you'll fly back to Beijing after being transferred to Harbin. In the afternoon, you can have some free shopping at famous Wangfujing Shopping Streetand Xiushui Market.

Day 08: DEPARTURE

Today you will be transferred to the airport and bid a fond farewell to China with unforgettable memory.