On the footsteps of the Siberian Tiger

06 – 17 February 2027

2 SPACES AVAILABLE

In the northeastern regions of China, at the border with Russia and North Korea, within the Northeast Tiger and Leopard National Park, live around 100 Siberian Tigers and 100 Amur Leopards.

Both of these great felines, for years on the brink of extinction, are now protected and are slowly recovering. Visiting the snowy steppes of these regions in winter is a unique experience that can offer some wonderful surprises, such as discovering the Korean cultural enclave with its traditional villages, visiting the Harbin Ice Sculpture Festival, and reaching the remote and spectacular mountainous and volcanic region of Changbaishan on the border with North Korea. The main goal of our adventure, however, will be to encounter the wildlife of these lands, particularly the Siberian tigers. We will also have the opportunity to observe various birds of prey, such as the Steller's Sea Eagle, the White-tailed Eagle, and the Cinereous Vulture in their natural habitat, as well as the elegant mating dances of the Red-Crowned Cranes in the Zhalong reserve. Observing Siberian Tigers in the wild is virtually impossible, but they can be seen and photographed in a natural setting at some rescue centers, where they roam freely within a large enclosed space. We can travel to this area in special vehicles. This is an exclusive and luxury adventure for our group of up to 15 people.

Siberian Tigers, Steller Sea Eagle, Changbai Volcano, Red Crowned Crane

Program

06 February
Arrival in Changchun.
Upon arrival at the airport, we will be transferred to our hotel in the city. Changchun is one of the main cities in northeastern China, known for its distinctive winter landscapes and historical heritage.
The remainder of the day is free.
Overnight at Hotel Inter Continental Changchun High Tech Zone or similar*****.

07 February
After breakfast, we’ll leave Changchun for the wild Changbaishan mountain range, a UNESCO Biosphere Reservelocated on the border with North Korea and characterized by numerous peaks over 2,000 meters.
In the afternoon, weather permitting, we’ll reach the primordial volcanic lake Tianchi Crater, located in the caldera of Mount Changbai at an altitude of 2,744 meters.
This will be followed by a fun snowmobile experience through snow-covered forests and magnificent winter landscapes.
Overnight at Hotel Home 2 Suites by Hilton Changbaishan Hot Spring or similar*****.

08 February
After breakfast, a slow and exciting raft ride awaits us along a river surrounded by surreal frost-covered forests.We’ll experience the thrill of navigating relatively warm waters due to geothermal activity, which, when combined with frigid air, forms frost that covers the trees like a blanket, creating a fairytale atmosphere.
Later, we’ll move on to the city of Jilin.
Overnight at Hotel***.

09 February
Before dawn, when the light is best, we’ll set out to reach Rime Island in the Songhua River. In winter, the warm steam from the river tends to freeze on the tree branches along its banks, creating delicate ice crystals that transform the river landscape into a fairytale. This phenomenon isn’t always guaranteed, but the time of our visit coincides with when it’s most common.
After the excursion, we’ll head east, specifically toward Yanji, the cultural hub of the Korean ethnic minority in China.
Overnight at Hotel Radisson RED Jilin City or similar****.

10 February
In the morning, we’ll visit the Chinese-Korean Ethnic Village of Yanji, where traditional architecture and daily life clearly demonstrate the distinctive culture of the Korean community in northeastern China. We’ll then head to Tumen, where we’ll travel along the natural border formed by the Tumen River, observing the landscapes overlooking North Korea from designated vantage points.
In the late afternoon, we’ll continue to Hunchun, a city located near the borders of China, Russia, and North Korea.
Overnight at Hotel Hunchun Ethnic Garden International or similar*****.

11 February
Early in the morning, we’ll visit a site where we’ll find a significant concentration of large birds of prey, which can be observed and photographed under very favorable conditions. We’ll observe Steller’s Sea Eagle, White-tailed Eagle, and Cinereous Vulture, iconic winter birds of prey in northeastern China.
In the afternoon, we’ll reach the Fangchuan Scenic Area, famous for its vantage point offering panoramic views of China, Russia, and North Korea.
After the visit, we’ll return to Hunchun.
Overnight at Hotel Hunchun Ethnic Garden International or similar*****.

12 February
After breakfast, we’ll leave Hunchun, quickly entering protected areas and national parks.
Passing through wooded hills, icy rivers, and remote areas, we’ll experience the natural environment in which Siberian tigers and Amur leopards roam undisturbed. These felines’ historical range extended across much of northeastern China, but has shrunk, and they now live primarily in parts of Russia. With the establishment of the Northeast Tiger and Leopard National Park, conservation efforts are underway to create suitable habitats and routes for these animals’ return to the area. In addition to the big cats, the temperate broadleaf forests, dominated by oak, maple, and birch, provide refuge for various birds and mammals, such as the Sika Deer and the Siberian Musk Deer, a curious and rare primitive animal similar to a small deer, but lacking antlers and equipped with tusks.
In the late afternoon, we’ll arrive in Hengdaohezi, a historic city known for its Russian-style architecture and ancient railway tradition.
Overnight at Hotel Hengdao Riverside Fanghua or similar***.

13 February
This morning we’ll visit the Hengdaohezi Siberian Tiger Park, one of the most important tiger conservation and breeding centers in Northeast China. Here, we’ll focus on photography and observing Siberian Tigers roaming freely in a semi-natural enclosed environment, which we’ll reach in special vehicles especially reserved for our group.
After the visit, we’ll head to Harbin, where in the late afternoon and evening, we’ll explore the spectacular Harbin Ice and Snow World, famous for its illuminated ice castles and enormous ice sculptures.
Overnight at Hotel MaxX Hotel Central Avenue Harbin or similar***.

14 February
In the morning, we’ll visit the Siberian Tiger Park in Harbin for another photo session, similar to the previous one but in a different setting.
In the afternoon, we’ll reach the UNESCO Geopark of Wudalianchi, known for its fourteen volcanic formations, shaped by eruptions from different geological periods.
Overnight at Hotel Wudalianchi Jiahao Business or similar****.

15 February
In the morning, we’ll visit the main scenic areas of Wudalianchi, including Wenbo Lake, Erlong Spring, Yaoquan Mountain, and Bailong Bridge.
In the afternoon, we’ll reach Qiqihar.
Overnight at Hotel Platinum Qiqihar Wanda Plaza Branch or similar*****.

16 February
The morning will be dedicated to the Zhalong Nature Preserve. In winter, when the wetlands freeze over and the landscape becomes austere, birds are fewer in number, many having migrated. What remains are the robust and elegant Red-crowned Cranes, with their magical mating dances, the White-naped Cranes, and the Oriental Stork; as well as some birds of prey, such as the Eurasian Sparrowhawk and the Eurasian Eagle Owl, who winter here.
In the afternoon, we will reach Harbin.
Overnight at Hotel Mclaren Businese or similar***.

17 February
Flight home.

* This is a true expedition into little-known areas, so the program may vary depending on weather conditions or animal sightings; flexibility is essential.

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Included in the price:

  • All overnight stays in a double room with breakfast included.
  • All meals from dinner on 06 to breakfast on 17.
  • All transfers.
  • All indicated excursions.
  • English speaking guide.

Not Included:

  • Not mentioned meals.
  • Alchoolic drinks.
  • Flights.
  • Any unexpected additional costs due to delays and/or forced stops due to flight connections, including flight changes, hotels and additional meals.

Price:

Euro 7700,00
(Supplemento singola Euro 1100)
*Cambio 1 USD = 0,85 Euro.