THE PHOTOGRAPHIC JOURNEY
Go beyond the view
Explore Yichun over six days of winter photography, combining Lesser Khingan forests, the Kurbin River, rime and town life. Flowing water contrasts with frost and snow; rime and ice conditions depend on the weather.
Kuerbin River and snowy forests
This six-day photography trip explores Yichun's winter landscapes and town life. Snow-covered forests, delicate rime and quiet streets offer different perspectives on a northeastern winter. In the Lesser Khingan Mountains, the flowing Kurbin River contrasts with the surrounding snow. Its dark blue water and frost-covered trees create striking compositions.
Daqing Mountain sunrise and rime
Dawn spreads across the horizon, and orange light kisses the Lesser Khingan Mountains. On Daqing Mountain, towering wind turbines stand over snowfields, immense cloud seas flow through valleys, and rime-covered forests rest on peaks. Natural grandeur and human-made wind power combine in an epic northern winter sunrise.
Jinshan deer park and forest birds
At Jinshan Deer Park in Yichun, deer move through the snow beneath the forests of the Lesser Khingan Mountains. Falling snow softens the woodland, while small birds flutter among the branches. These quiet encounters with wildlife bring a gentle warmth to the northern winter.
The journey in pictures
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PHOTOGRAPHY LEADERS
A different way of seeing

Weixi Lin
Has led photography trips to Iceland, Norway, New Zealand, Russia, Indonesia, Semporna, Xinjiang, Qinghai, Niubei Mountain in western Sichuan, Nyingchi, the Qiantang River, Hangzhou, Suzhou, Yangzhou, Wuxi, Yongfu in Fujian, Dongying, Zhongwei, the Yuanyang rice terraces, Xianggong Mountain and Zhangjiajie.
THE DAYS AHEAD
A rhythm shaped by light
DAY 01Jan 10 · Beijing · Asia/ShanghaiDay 1: January 10 — First encounter with the forest city; airport pickup and rest
Arrive at Yichun Airport and take a private transfer to your hotel in the city. Check in and rest after the journey. In the evening, walk through Yichun to photograph its winter streets, where warm lights contrast with the ice and snow.
Accommodation:Ji Hotel in central Yichun or equivalent
DAY 02Jan 11 · Beijing · Asia/ShanghaiDay 2: January 11 — Yichun–Dapingtai
— Full day photographing remarkable rime in the forest region
Accommodation:Guesthouse in Dapingtai
DAY 03Jan 12 · Beijing · Asia/ShanghaiDay 3: January 12 — Hidden rime landscapes and mountain dusk
Early morning: Visit Gaoshan Village to photograph the Kurbin rime, capturing frost-covered branches and trees. Afternoon: Head to the Banbi Jiangshan viewpoint for snow-covered mountains and winter forests.
Accommodation:Guesthouse in Dapingtai
DAY 04Jan 13 · Beijing · Asia/ShanghaiDay 4: January 13 — More rime photography; return to Yichun
Early morning: Return to Dapingtai Village to photograph the Kurbin rime in the morning light and explore how its appearance changes with the light. Afternoon: Pack and drive back to central Yichun.
Accommodation:Ji Hotel in central Yichun or equivalent
DAY 05Jan 14 · Beijing · Asia/ShanghaiDay 5: January 14 — Yichun–Daqing Mountain
— Morning: Travel to Daqing Mountain
Accommodation:Jinshantun Town; hotel pending confirmation with the operator.
DAY 06Jan 15 · Beijing · Asia/ShanghaiDay 6: January 15 — Daqing Mountain views and journey home
Morning: Ascend Daqing Mountain to photograph snow-covered peaks and mist drifting through the forests, with views across Yichun's winter woodland. Afternoon: Conclude the photography outing and drive back to central Yichun.
Trip staff
- Photography leader · Weixi Lin
- Up to 11 travelers
- IncludedBefore the course: the logistics team reserves hotels and organizes the itinerary in advance, giving everyone an overview of the photography plan;
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Photography leader · Weixi Lin Up to 11 travelers Included · Before the course: the logistics team reserves hotels and organizes the itinerary in advance, giving everyone an overview of the photography plan; Included · During the course: on-location guidance from the instructor to help participants achieve their photographs;
Transport
- ExcludedRound-trip transport between your departure city and the destination;
- ExcludedLocal vehicle expenses throughout the trip;
Travel details and reference schedules
The services below are the tour leader's reference travel options. They are neither mandatory for participants nor confirmed group transport arrangements. Participants may choose suitable services that fit the meeting and departure times. [Round trip from Guangzhou] Outbound: January 10: CZ6332 Guangzhou–Yichun 10:25–16:55 Return: January 15: CZ6331 Yichun–Guangzhou 17:45–01:10+1 [Round trip from Shenzhen] Outbound: January 10: Shenzhen–Shenyang CZ6385/09:00/12:55 (2-hour 10-minute connection in Shenyang) January 10: Shenyang–Yichun CZ6332/15:05/16:55 Return: January 15: Yichun–Dalian MU5668/13:10/15:20 January 15: Dalian–Shenyang CZ5146/18:35/22:30 Before booking transport, please confirm the departure and travel arrangements through this website.
Photography
- Kuerbin River and snowy forests
- Daqing Mountain sunrise and rime
- Jinshan deer park and forest birds
Photography details
Kuerbin River and snowy forests This six-day photography trip explores Yichun's winter landscapes and town life. Snow-covered forests, delicate rime and quiet streets offer different perspectives on a northeastern winter. In the Lesser Khingan Mountains, the flowing Kurbin River contrasts with the surrounding snow. Its dark blue water and frost-covered trees create striking compositions. Daqing Mountain sunrise and rime Dawn spreads across the horizon, and orange light kisses the Lesser Khingan Mountains. On Daqing Mountain, towering wind turbines stand over snowfields, immense cloud seas flow through valleys, and rime-covered forests rest on peaks. Natural grandeur and human-made wind power combine in an epic northern winter sunrise. Jinshan deer park and forest birds At Jinshan Deer Park in Yichun, deer move through the snow beneath the forests of the Lesser Khingan Mountains. Falling snow softens the woodland, while small birds flutter among the branches. These quiet encounters with wildlife bring a gentle warmth to the northern winter. Kuerbin River and snowy forests Daqing Mountain sunrise and rime Jinshan deer park and forest birds Included · Photography instruction and services throughout the trip. Included · Before the course: the logistics team reserves hotels and organizes the itinerary in advance, giving everyone an overview of the photography plan; Included · During the course: on-location guidance from the instructor to help participants achieve their photographs; Included · During the course: a series of themed post-processing sessions integrating theory and practice; Included · After the course: participants share and review their photographs, learn from one another and develop work they are happy with.
Accommodation
- 5 nights
- Hotel booking assistance is included; accommodation costs are paid separately.
- Nights 1 and 4: Ji Hotel in central Yichun or equivalent.
Accommodation details
Nights 1 and 4: Ji Hotel in central Yichun or equivalent. Nights 2 and 3: guesthouse in Dapingtai. Night 5: Jinshantun Town; hotel pending confirmation with the operator. Day 1 · 2027-01-10 Ji Hotel in central Yichun or equivalent Day 2 · 2027-01-11 Guesthouse in Dapingtai Day 3 · 2027-01-12 Guesthouse in Dapingtai Day 4 · 2027-01-13 Ji Hotel in central Yichun or equivalent Day 5 · 2027-01-14 Jinshantun Town; hotel pending confirmation with the operator. 5 nights Hotel booking assistance is included; accommodation costs are paid separately. Nights 1 and 4: Ji Hotel in central Yichun or equivalent. Booking assistance included · Before the course: the logistics team reserves hotels and organizes the itinerary in advance, giving everyone an overview of the photography plan; Excluded · Accommodation throughout the trip;
Meals
- ExcludedMeals during the itinerary;
Visa
- To be confirmed by the operator
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Public prices may change. Checkout quotes expire at a stated time; your confirmed order records its price and payment deadlines.
Included
Photography instruction and services throughout the trip.
Before the course: the logistics team reserves hotels and organizes the itinerary in advance, giving everyone an overview of the photography plan;
During the course: on-location guidance from the instructor to help participants achieve their photographs;
During the course: a series of themed post-processing sessions integrating theory and practice;
After the course: participants share and review their photographs, learn from one another and develop work they are happy with.
Not included
Round-trip transport between your departure city and the destination;
Local vehicle expenses throughout the trip;
Accommodation throughout the trip;
Meals during the itinerary;
Insurance for the entire journey;
Admission tickets listed in the itinerary;
Personal expenses;
Attractions or activities added outside the itinerary.
Single-room supplements, additional local expenses and the final total must be confirmed in writing.
BEFORE YOU GO
What to know before you go
Availability and booking
Let us know if you’re interested in this trip. Availability is not updated in real time, so please contact us to check whether the trip is confirmed, how many places are available, and the final total and booking terms.
Trip information
[Transport] 1. Flights arranged by the organizing team use economy-class group tickets. Before tickets are issued, check the airline's rules for changes and refunds. 2. Flight, road and boat journey times may vary with conditions on the day. 3. The airlines and flight times listed are for guidance only. Flight changes may require minor adjustments to the itinerary. Please follow the final trip details sent before departure. [Accommodation] Accommodation is arranged for two people sharing a room. We'll try to match solo travelers with a roommate of the same gender. If you prefer not to share, or no roommate is available, you must pay a single supplement for your own room. [Group meals] We aim to serve meals suited to Chinese tastes. We make sure everyone has enough to eat. [Photography] 1. Photography sessions follow the itinerary, but conditions on the day may affect how long we spend at each location. 2. Read the itinerary carefully and choose a trip that suits your health and circumstances. Skipping part of the itinerary for health or other personal reasons, or choosing not to use the arranged accommodation or transport, counts as voluntary withdrawal from those arrangements. You are responsible for your own safety while not taking part in the itinerary. 3. Stay with the group during photography sessions unless you have permission to leave. This does not apply during free time. The organizing team is not responsible for accidents that occur while you are away from the group. 4. Typhoons, blizzards or other events beyond our control may require changes to the itinerary. [Fuel surcharges] The organizing team reserves the right to adjust the amount payable if fluctuations in global oil markets lead to a substantial rise in fuel surcharges. If the team can absorb the increase, the amount payable will remain unchanged. [Before departure] 1. We'll send your final trip details no later than the day before departure. If arrangements are confirmed sooner, we'll let you know as soon as possible. 2. If the online itinerary differs from the final trip details sent before departure, the final trip details take precedence. [Optional activities at your own expense] Under the Tourism Law provisions prohibiting travel agencies from arranging optional paid activities, please contact the provider directly for details, charges and bookings if you wish to take part. If you need language assistance from a guide or tour leader, any help is provided in a personal capacity, whether paid or unpaid. It is not provided on behalf of the organizing team or the local tour operator. The organizing team is not involved in the payments, transactions or service standards for activities during free time. You are responsible for the outcome of those arrangements.
Shared expenses and services
Participants share travel expenses, including meals, accommodation, transport, guides, staged photography and supplies. Everyone must contribute to the instructor's meals and accommodation, even if they skip a meal or overnight stay themselves. The displayed amount covers photography instruction, support and logistics planning for the trip. The shared travel expenses listed above are additional.
Itinerary notes
Photography locations, accommodations and transportation are subject to final confirmation before departure. Weather and local conditions may affect the itinerary.
Itinerary dates use Beijing time (Asia/Shanghai). Flight, transfer and other times follow the time zone stated for each location. Please confirm any time without a stated time zone before departure.
