6 Days Inner Mongolia Winter Adventure Tour Around Hulunbuir

After breakfast, depart from your hotel for Phoenix Mountain Ski Resort (牙克石凤凰山滑雪场, Yakeshi Fenghuangshan Ski Resort), approximately 1.5 hours by car. This resort serves as a training base for the China National Ski Team (中国国家滑雪队后备人才基地) and the China National Paralympic Cross-Country Ski Team (中国国家残奥队越野滑雪训练基地).

Start the day with “Snow Romance & Snow Fun” activities  for about 2 hours, including snowmobiles, mini snow cars, sledding, ice dragon boats, snow tube rides, ice bikes, and more. These activities immerse you in winter adventure and ice-and-snow entertainment .

After lunch at a nearby local restaurant, transfer to Phoenix Mountain Villa (凤凰山别墅) for check-in and a short rest. In the afternoon, change into professional ski gear (rental available or bring your own) for skiing lessons. This includes 1 hour of professional coaching and 2 hours of free skiing, where instructors will guide you on basic skills such as snowplow stopping  and turning to help you get comfortable on the slopes.

Meals include breakfast at the hotel, lunch at a nearby restaurant with local dishes, and dinner at Phoenix Mountain Villa  featuring grassland-style specialties. Overnight stay is at the villa, offering a quiet and well-equipped environment to rest after an adventurous day.

After breakfast at Phoenix Mountain Villa (凤凰山别墅), depart by private vehicle to Moerigele River Scenic Area (莫日格勒河景区), approximately 2 hours’ drive. Then continue 1.5 hours to Ergun City (额尔古纳市).

Begin the day with a winter snowfield horseback riding experience (approx. 1 hour) under professional guidance. Ride across the vast, snow-covered grasslands, enjoying the feeling of nomadic freedom with safety measures in place for beginners.

Next, explore the Moerigele River (莫日格勒河), renowned as “the first winding river in the world” (天下第一曲水). In winter, the river and surrounding snowfields create a stunning white landscape, perfect for photography.

Finally, visit Ergun Wetland (额尔古纳湿地), Asia’s largest wetland. In winter, the area is blanketed in snow, with reeds and rivers coated in white, creating a serene and majestic atmosphere. Stroll along the wooden boardwalks to enjoy panoramic views of the frozen wetlands and experience the natural grandeur of Hulunbuir .

Meals include breakfast at the villa, lunch at a local Mongolian-style restaurant near the grasslands (recommended: roast leg of lamb, iron-pot stew , and dinner in Ergun City featuring Russian-style cuisine , recommended at “Lubu Li Restaurant (卢布里西餐厅)”. Overnight stay is at a boutique hotel in Ergun city , fully equipped for comfort.

After breakfast, depart for Genhe City (根河市), approximately 1.5 hours’ drive, and then 20 minutes to the Olguya Reindeer Tribe (敖鲁古雅使鹿部落), the last reindeer-hunting tribe in China.

Upon arrival in Genhe (根河, known as “China’s cold pole” 中国冷极), explore the Ewenki Ethnic Museum (鄂温克民族博物馆) to learn about Ewenki history, hunting traditions, and folk customs . See exhibits such as “Right Bank of the Ergun River ”, highlighting migration stories and traditional nomadic life.

Visit the Ewenki hunter residential area to interact with locals and participate in unique ice and snow activities, including ice water play, snow sculpture, snow sledding, and reindeer sledding . These immersive experiences offer a first-hand look at reindeer culture.

Meals include breakfast at the hotel, lunch at a local restaurant with specialties such as reindeer skewers , and dinner in Genhe city featuring reindeer hotpot to warm up in the extreme cold. Overnight stay is at a specialty hotel in Genhe , designed for extreme winter comfort.

After breakfast at your hotel in Genhe City (根河市), travel by private vehicle deep into the Greater Khingan Mountains (大兴安岭) to visit a Private Reindeer Park, approximately 1 hour away. This peaceful forest area preserves the region’s original ecological environment and offers a rare opportunity to interact closely with reindeer. Guests can purchase moss to feed the reindeer, take photographs, and experience the gentle charm of these “forest spirits (森林精灵).” Morning visits are especially recommended, as the reindeer are usually more active during this time.

Continue onward to the Primeval Forest of the Greater Khingan Mountains (大兴安岭原始森林) for a guided snow trekking experience lasting approximately 2.5 hours. Led by a professional guide, walk through vast snow-covered forests, frozen rivers, and breathtaking winter landscapes filled with rime ice and frosted trees. During winter, the Greater Khingan Mountains transform into a magical white world, with snow-covered pine branches and untouched wilderness resembling a fairytale scene. Throughout the trek, guests should remain with the guide and avoid wandering away from the group for safety reasons.

After the trekking experience, return by vehicle to Ergun City (额尔古纳市) for rest and relaxation.

Meals include breakfast at the hotel, a simple lunch near the forest area for convenience during outdoor activities, and dinner at a local restaurant in Ergun where you can once again enjoy regional Mongolian and Russian-style cuisine. Overnight stay is at a boutique hotel in Ergun City.

Notes: Winter temperatures in the Greater Khingan Mountains can be extremely low, with deep snow in forested areas. Guests are advised to wear insulated snow boots, thick down jackets, thermal pants, gloves, and other proper winter gear. Smoking and open flames are strictly prohibited in the forest region due to fire prevention regulations.

After breakfast, depart from Ergun City (额尔古纳市) and drive approximately 1.5 hours to the Hulunbuir Museum (呼伦贝尔民族博物馆) located in Hailar District (海拉尔区).

The museum showcases the rich ethnic culture and history of Hulunbuir through immersive exhibitions and multimedia displays. The featured exhibition, “Colorful Northern Frontier, Beautiful Hulunbuir (多彩北疆 大美呼伦贝尔)”, is divided into several thematic sections covering local nature, nomadic traditions, etiquette, handicrafts, and traditional medicine. With hundreds of cultural relics and exhibits on display, visitors can gain a deeper understanding of the diverse ethnic groups and their long history of cultural exchange across the Hulunbuir grasslands.

After the museum visit, transfer to Hailar Dongshan International Airport  for your departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Inner Mongolia Winter Adventure.

Meals include breakfast at the hotel and lunch in Hailar City (海拉尔市). Guests may also purchase local specialties and souvenirs such as Russian-style bread (俄罗斯大列巴) before departure. A recommended bakery is “Liu’s Bread House (刘氏列巴房)”.

Notes: Please confirm your return flight in advance and allow sufficient airport transfer time, as winter weather conditions in Hulunbuir may occasionally affect flight schedules.