One is enough! 5-day 4-night in-depth tour of Changchun-Changbai Mountain-Yanji, Jilin Province!

Hey guys, I just came back from Jilin and can't wait to share this carefully organized 5-day 4-night travel guide with you. It will take you to Changchun, Changbai Mountain, and Yanji to experience the most authentic Northeast China style! Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Changchun and enjoy delicious food - Afternoon: Arrive at Changchun Longjia International Airport, go through the car rental procedures at the airport, and then go to the hotel in the city to check in. Take a short break to relieve the fatigue of the journey. - Dinner: When you come to Changchun, you must try authentic Northeast China cuisine! I recommend going to "Lao Hantou Tofu Skewer", which is a time-honored brand in Changchun and is very popular. The signature Guobaorou is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, sweet and sour, and full of happiness with every bite. There is also their snow coat red bean paste, with a crispy outer layer and sweet red bean paste inside, with a delicate taste. It is definitely a must-order dessert. - Accommodation: I recommend staying at the New Century Grand Hotel Changchun, which is conveniently located, with convenient transportation, spacious and comfortable rooms, and very considerate service. There are also many shopping malls and food streets nearby, making it convenient for shopping and food hunting. Day 2: Explore history and head to Changbai Mountain - Morning: Go to the Puppet Manchurian Palace Museum, which is the palace site of Puyi when he was the puppet emperor of Manchukuo, witnessing a special period of history. It is recommended to make an appointment for an explanation service online in advance, and follow the footsteps of the guide to gain an in-depth understanding of that period of history and feel the weight of history. - Lunch: After coming out of the Puppet Manchurian Palace, go to "Chunfahe Restaurant" to taste authentic Jilin cuisine. The white meat blood sausage in this restaurant is tender, and the white meat is fatty but not greasy. Paired with chive flowers and mashed garlic, it tastes amazing. There is also crispy chicken, with a golden and crispy outer layer and tender and juicy chicken, which is fragrant to the bone with every bite. - Afternoon: After lunch, drive to Changbai Mountain and enjoy the natural scenery of Northeast China along the way, which takes about 5 hours. After arriving at the foot of Changbai Mountain, check in at the hotel and take a short break. - Dinner: When you come to Changbai Mountain, you must try the local specialty food - iron pot stew. "Lao Pu's Iron Pot Stew" is a very popular restaurant locally, using fresh ingredients, stir-fried on-site, and then slowly stewed with firewood with unique secret sauce, with a fragrant aroma. A large pot of stew, with chicken, ribs, beans, potatoes, etc., is very affordable. - Night: After dinner, go to the hot spring in the hotel to relax and relieve the fatigue of the day. The hot spring water in Changbai Mountain is of high quality, rich in various minerals, and very beneficial to the body. Day 3: Tour Changbai Mountain and enjoy natural wonders - All day: The north slope of Changbai Mountain is the most classic scenic spot, with many attractions, requiring a whole day to visit. Make an appointment for the north scenic area ticket (CNY 105) and Tianchi ticket (CNY 80) in advance on the Changbai Mountain official account. If the hotel you stay in has a VIP channel, you can go directly from the hotel to the transfer center, which is very convenient. - Tour route: - Hotel - Transfer Center - Tianchi: Take the scenic area eco-friendly bus to the foot of Tianchi, and then transfer to the shuttle bus to Tianchi. Tianchi is the iconic attraction of Changbai Mountain and the deepest lake in China, surrounded by 16 peaks, with spectacular scenery. However, the weather in Tianchi is unpredictable, and whether you can see the full view of Tianchi depends on luck. - Transfer Center - Julong Hot Spring Group & Waterfall: After coming down from Tianchi, take the eco-friendly bus to Julong Hot Spring Group, where there are countless hot spring eyes, with steam rising and mist lingering, like a fairyland on earth. You can also taste hot spring boiled eggs here. The egg yolk solidifies after being boiled in hot spring water, and the egg white is jelly-like, with a very unique taste. Continue forward, and you can see the majestic Changbai Mountain Waterfall, which falls from a 68-meter-high cliff, splashing layers of water, very spectacular. - Xiaotianchi - Lvyuantan: Xiaotianchi is a quiet volcanic crater lake, with green water and surrounded by dense forests, with very charming scenery. Lvyuantan is a small and exquisite lake, with clear water and trees reflected in the water, like a beautiful painting. - Underground Forest: The underground forest is the last attraction on the north slope of Changbai Mountain, which is a primeval forest, with tall and dense trees and fresh air. Walk along the plank road in the forest and feel the magic and beauty of nature. - Dinner: After playing for a day, you must be hungry. Go to "Han Zheng Ginseng Chicken Soup Restaurant" to drink a bowl of hot ginseng chicken soup, with tender chicken and rich soup, with ginseng, red dates, wolfberry, and other ingredients added, which is nutritious and nourishing. Paired with a stone pot bibimbap, it will definitely satisfy your taste buds. Day 4: Head to Yanji and experience Korean ethnic style - Brunch: Have a hearty brunch at "Jindalai Cold Noodle Restaurant" at the foot of Changbai Mountain, and try their cold noodles, with chewy noodles and sweet and sour soup, paired with kimchi, beef slices, and other side dishes, very appetizing. There is also rice cake, which is soft, glutinous, and sweet, with an excellent taste. - Noon: Drive to Yanji, which takes about 2 hours. After arriving in Yanji, check in at the hotel and take a short break. - Afternoon: Come to the Korean Ethnic Folk Village, which is a good place to experience Korean ethnic culture. You can rent a set of traditional Korean ethnic costumes, wear beautiful Hanbok, and take photos in the folk village, as if traveling back to ancient Korea. There are also many traditional Korean ethnic buildings and handicraft shops in the folk village, where you can gain an in-depth understanding of Korean ethnic culture and life. - Dinner: Yanji is a paradise for food, with various Korean ethnic foods that make people drool. I recommend going to "Da Pu's Barbecue", where the barbecue is very authentic, with tender meat and high quality. The signature pork belly is grilled with sizzling oil, wrapped in lettuce, dipped in sauce, and put in your mouth, which is very fragrant. There is also their seafood pancake, with a crispy outer layer and rich filling, full of seafood flavor. - Accommodation: I recommend staying at the Huayi Kairos Hotel, which is located in the city center, with convenient transportation and many food and shopping places nearby. The room decoration style is unique, full of Korean ethnic style, and the service is very considerate. Day 5: Stroll and eat at the West Market, and return - Breakfast: When you come to Yanji, you must go to the West Market, which is the largest comprehensive market in Yanji and a gathering place for food. In the market, you can taste various Korean ethnic snacks, such as rice sausage, seaweed rice, rice cake, fish cake, etc. I recommend going to "Da Pu's Rice Sausage", where the rice sausage is soft and glutinous, with a delicious taste, paired with special sauce, very delicious. - Morning: Stroll around the West Market and buy some local specialties and souvenirs, such as kimchi, pollock dried fish, Korean ethnic handicrafts, etc. - Noon: You can have lunch at a restaurant near the West Market and try Yanji's specialty food - stone pot rice. There are many types of stone pot rice, such as beef stone pot rice, pork belly stone pot rice, vegetable stone pot rice, etc., which you can choose according to your taste. After the stone pot rice is served, stir it while it is hot, let the rice fully absorb the flavor of the sauce, and then pair it with a portion of kimchi and soybean paste soup, which is simply perfect. - Afternoon: Pack your luggage, check out, end your pleasant trip to Jilin, and return to your warm home. Notes 1. The temperature in Jilin is relatively low in winter, so be sure to keep warm and bring thick down jackets, warm pants, snow boots, hats, scarves, gloves, and other warm clothing. 2. The altitude of Changbai Mountain Scenic Area is relatively high, and the weather is unpredictable. It is recommended to carry rain gear and warm clothing with you. If you want to go to Tianchi, it is best to check the weather forecast in advance and choose a sunny day to go, so the probability of seeing the full view of Tianchi will be higher. 3. When playing in Changbai Mountain, pay attention to environmental protection and do not litter. 4. Most of the food in Yanji is spicy. If you can't eat spicy food, be sure to inform the waiter in advance when ordering. 5. When renting Hanbok in the Korean Ethnic Folk Village, be sure to choose a reputable merchant to avoid being scammed. At the same time, pay attention to protecting your property to avoid loss. The above is my 5-day 4-night travel guide for Changchun-Changbai Mountain-Yanji, Jilin Province. I hope it will be helpful to you. I wish you a happy and delicious trip to Jilin!