Tonghe County Landscape & Wellness Tour

Tonghe County, Harbin – an ecological pearl on the banks of the Songhua River, home to Huazi Mountain Forest Park and Chalin River Rafting. Experience forest hiking, thrilling rafting and pastoral life on this 2-day 1-night itinerary.

4A Scenic Area
Huazi Mountain Grade
92%
Forest Coverage Rate
50km
Rafting River Course
100,000 Mu
Rice Field Painting Area
Huazi Mountain Sea of Clouds in Tonghe County
Huazi Mountain Sea of Clouds
Huazi Mountain, the highest peak in Tonghe County, features rolling sea of clouds in the morning. Climb to the top for a panoramic view of the magnificent Songhua River.

2-Day 1-Night Landscape & Pastoral Tour of Tonghe County

Forest hiking + thrilling rafting + peach blossom secret land, experience ecological wellness

Itinerary Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Main Destinations
Huazi Mountain Forest Park, Chalin River Rafting Scenic Area, Datong River Peach Blossom Land
Suitable For
Outdoor enthusiasts, wellness tourists, photography enthusiasts
Per Capita Budget
¥400-¥700
01
Landscape Exploration
Huazi Mountain · Chalin River
Itinerary Highlights

Climb Huazi Mountain in the morning; enjoy thrilling rafting in the afternoon.

Attraction Arrangement
Huazi Mountain Forest Park
National 4A-level scenic area, with a main peak of 680 meters above sea level, known as the "Roof of Tonghe". It has a forest coverage rate of 98%, featuring primitive Korean pine forests and volcanic rock landforms. The glass viewing platform offers a panoramic view of the Songhua River.
Chalin River Rafting Scenic Area
A famous rafting destination in Northeast China, with a 12-kilometer-long river course and crystal clear water. The rafting takes about 2.5 hours, featuring more than ten rafting sections with alternating rapids/reefs and calm waters.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Forest Wooden House
  • Hot Spring Hotel
  • River View Homestay
Food Recommendations
  • Songhua River Fish Feast
  • Wild Vegetable Dumplings
  • Grilled River Mussels
Travel Tips
  • Prepare a waterproof phone case
  • Bring trekking poles
  • Wear wading shoes
02
Peach Blossom Secret Land
Datong River · Rice Field Paintings
Itinerary Highlights

Stroll through the peach blossom land in the morning; visit rice fields in the afternoon.

Attraction Arrangement
Datong River Peach Blossom Land Scenic Area
A valley secret land formed by a tributary of the Songhua River, with ten thousand mu of peach blossoms in spring and lush green shade in summer. It has a 5-kilometer waterfront plank road, offering bamboo rafting and farm picking experiences.
Tonghe Rice Field Painting Sightseeing Park
China's largest rice field painting base, creating giant land art with colored rice. The 30-meter-high viewing tower offers views of themed rice field paintings such as "Songhua River Fishing Song".
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Scenic Area Sightseeing Bus
  • Self-driving Route G102
  • Bicycle Loop Line
Cost Reference
  • Huazi Mountain: ¥60
  • Rafting: ¥100
  • Catering per capita: ¥50-100
Featured Experiences
  • Forest Yoga
  • Bamboo Rafting
  • Rice Field Photography

Must-Try Foods in Tonghe County

Tonghe Rice Feast

Using Tonghe rice, a national geographical indication product, to make a full rice feast including rice cakes, rice noodles, rice wine, etc. With rich rice aroma and chewy texture, it embodies the essence of black soil in cold regions.

Three Flowers and Five Luos of Songhua River

Using river fish such as mandarin fish, bream, crucian carp, etc., cooked with traditional methods like iron pot stew and braised in sauce, served with corn cakes to retain the original flavor of river fish.

Huazi Mountain Hazel Mushroom

Wild hazel mushrooms from primeval forests, with thick meat and rich aroma. Can be stewed with chicken or stir-fried, rich in various amino acids, known as the "King of Mountain Delicacies".

Tonghe County Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • May-October: Best for outdoor activities
  • July-August: Golden season for rafting
  • September: Best viewing period for rice field paintings
Must-Experience Activities
  • Huazi Mountain Glass Viewing Platform
  • Chalin River Thrilling Rafting
  • Datong River Peach Blossom Land Bamboo Raft Tour
  • Rice Field Painting Aerial Photography
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: Huazi Mountain ¥60 + Rafting ¥100
  • Accommodation: ¥150-400/night
  • Catering: ¥80-150/day
  • Transportation: Self-driving/charter ¥80 approx.
  • Total: ¥400-700
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Is rafting safe? → Professional rafting guides accompany throughout
  • Need professional equipment? → Scenic area provides basic equipment
  • Best photography spots? → Huazi Mountain Viewing Platform and Rice Field Painting Viewing Tower
  • Featured souvenirs? → Tonghe rice and mountain delicacy gift boxes

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