Qiqihar itinerary for 2 days trip

#chinatravelitinerary ✨ Nature, Wildlife & Russian-Influenced Architecture Day 1: Arrival & Zhalong Nature Reserve 🦩🌿 Morning: Travel to Qiqihar • 7:30 AM – Take a 2-hour flight from Beijing to Qiqihar Airport (NDG). • 9:30 AM – Arrive in Qiqihar and take a 30-minute taxi to the city center. • 10:00 AM – Check into a cozy hotel and enjoy a hearty Northern Chinese breakfast, with steamed buns, porridge, and fried dough sticks. Afternoon: Zhalong Nature Reserve 🦩 • 12:00 PM – Head to Zhalong Nature Reserve, a world-famous wetland reserve known for its red-crowned cranes and other rare birds. • 1:30 PM – Take a leisurely boat ride through the wetlands, spotting birds and enjoying the beautiful, peaceful scenery. • 3:00 PM – Walk along wooden boardwalks, visit the nature museum, and learn about the importance of wetland conservation. • 4:30 PM – Have a light snack at the reserve’s café before heading back to the city. Evening: Relaxed Night in Qiqihar 🍲🌙 • 6:30 PM – Enjoy a hot pot dinner featuring local Heilongjiang-style lamb and mushrooms. • 8:00 PM – Visit Bukui Mosque, one of the largest and oldest mosques in northeastern China, with a unique blend of Chinese and Islamic architecture. • 9:30 PM – Return to your hotel and relax after a nature-filled day. Day 2: Russian Architecture & Local Markets 🏛️🛍️ Morning: St. Michael’s Church & Old Russian Streets • 8:30 AM – Breakfast with sweet rice porridge and fried pancakes. • 9:30 AM – Visit St. Michael’s Church, a beautiful Russian Orthodox-style church with red brick walls and golden domes. • 10:30 AM – Stroll through old Russian-style streets, stopping by small cafés and souvenir shops. Afternoon: Qiqihar’s Food & Markets • 12:00 PM – Explore Longsha Park, a scenic spot with lakes, walking paths, and pagodas. Perfect for a relaxed afternoon. • 1:30 PM – Visit Qiqihar’s food markets, where you can try local specialties like smoked fish, wild mushrooms, and handmade dumplings. • 3:00 PM – Take a final walk through Victory Square, a lively spot with fountains and sculptures. Evening: Return to Beijing • 5:30 PM – Transfer to the airport and catch a 7:00 PM flight back to Beijing. • 9:30 PM – Arrive home with beautiful memories of nature, wildlife, and unique architecture! #travelitinerary #china #travelitinerary