Hulunbuir Grassland: A Stunning Visual Feast Awaits
The vast Hulunbuir Grassland, spanning nearly 150 million mu, is an endless expanse of greenery with no obstructions in sight. Wherever you look, it's just boundless, lush green stretching as far as the eye can see.
Hulunbuir: A Must-Visit Destination for Summer Travel
Hulunbuir is one of the most popular summer travel destinations, a well-developed tourism spot that is easier to reach than Xinjiang. It has become a paradise for summer vacations and family trips.
But Hulunbuir is more than just grasslands.
Known as the "Kingdom of Pasture" and the "Emerald of the North," it is the largest prefecture-level city in China, covering 263,000 square kilometers. The region is home to:
- Over 3,000 rivers,
- 20,000 km² of wetlands,
- More than 500 lakes.
Bordering Russia and Mongolia, 80% of its land is natural pasture. It was ranked the No.1 Most Beautiful Grassland in China by Chinese National Geography.
- May: The grasslands start turning green.
- June-July: The landscape reaches its peak beauty with lush greenery and gentle breezes.
- August: The scenery is at its most breathtaking.
Self-Driving: The Best Way to Experience Hulunbuir
With 1733.32 kilometers of border roads, a self-driving trip will bring endless surprises as you travel through scenic landscapes and charming border towns.
Drive along the China-Russia border, exploring tiny villages with only a dozen households, like something out of a fairy tale, with landscapes resembling oil paintings.
The journey takes you through farmlands, pastures, forests, and border crossings, offering breathtaking views along the way.
[Exclusive Hulunbuir Private Tour] Now Open for Booking
๐ Tour Dates: June - August (5 Days, 4 Nights)
๐ Unique Experiences & Must-Visit Attractions:
✅ Hulunbuir Grassland – China’s No.1 grassland, recommended by National Geographic.
✅ Morigele River – Known as “China’s First Meandering River”.
✅ Manzhouli – The most beautiful border town, featuring the Matryoshka Doll Square and Manzhouli National Gate.
✅ Ergun River – The most beautiful border river between China and Russia.
✅ Shiwei Russian Ethnic Village – Experience authentic Russian culture.
✅ Erguna Wetlands – Home to China’s only water boundary marker.
๐ Unique Accommodations
✅ One night in a luxury Mongolian yurt
✅ One night in a traditional Russian wooden house
✅ One night in a Matryoshka-themed hotel in Manzhouli
๐ฝ Must-Try Local Cuisine
✅ Traditional Mongolian hand-pulled lamb
✅ Northeastern-style iron pot stew
✅ Authentic Russian barbecue
✅ Hulunbuir lamb hot pot
✅ Russian-style dinner with live folk performances
✅ Hulun Lake fish feast
✅ Classic Northeastern-style “Guo Bao Rou” (sweet & sour pork)
๐ Must-Experience Activities
✅ Horseback riding across the grasslands
✅ Off-road karting on the grassland trails
✅ Spectacular equestrian show: “The Dance of Horses”
✅ Aerial drone filming of Morigele River
✅ Nomadic lifestyle experience
Discover Hulunbuir’s Most Stunning Landscapes
From Hailar to Ergun, Shiwei to Linjiang, Enhe to Heishantou, and Manzhouli to the border roads, the entire journey unfolds like a breathtaking scroll of nature’s artwork.
๐ฟ Ergun River
A peaceful river winding through the vast grasslands, its surface glistening under the sun. Along its banks, wildflowers bloom, and cattle and horses graze leisurely.
๐ Morigele River
Dubbed "China’s First Meandering River," this is one of Hulunbuir’s top photography destinations.
๐ด Heishantou
Famous for its horse-riding experiences and spectacular sunsets, Heishantou offers an unforgettable adventure through the grasslands on horseback.
๐ Manzhouli
A charming border town where Russian and Mongolian influences blend seamlessly. Here, you can chat with Russian grandmothers who speak fluent Northeastern Mandarin and explore streets filled with Russian-style buildings.
๐ก Enhe
Located right on the China-Russia border, Enhe is a town where local residents have Russian ancestry, yet speak perfect Chinese with a distinctive Northeastern accent.
๐ Shiwei Russian Ethnic Village
A peaceful, picturesque village that retains its original Russian architectural style and traditions, offering an immersive cultural experience without leaving China.
๐ Erguna Wetlands & Border Marker No. 71
A rare water-boundary marker, where China and Russia are separated by a natural wetland.
๐ฅฉ Iconic Local Cuisine You Must Try
๐ฅฉ Mongolian Hand-Pulled Lamb
๐ฅ Hulunbuir Lamb Hot Pot
๐ฝ Authentic Russian Cuisine
๐ฒ Iron Pot Stew
๐ Detailed Itinerary
๐ฌ Day 1: Arrival in Hailar
๐จ Accommodation: Hailar
๐ฝ Meals: Self-arranged
- Arrive in Hailar, a small but beautiful city surrounded by green hills and flowing rivers.
๐ Day 2: Hailar → Morigele River → Birch Forest → Shiwei (260KM)
๐จ Accommodation: Shiwei Wooden House
๐ฝ Breakfast (Hotel) | Lunch (Iron Pot Stew) | Dinner (Russian BBQ)
- Visit the Morigele River, famous for its winding course and stunning photography spots.
- Try grassland off-road karting, driving through sandy trails and rivers.
- Explore the Birch Forest Scenic Area, featuring skywalks, reindeer parks, and photography spots.
- Reach Shiwei, a historical Mongolian town by the Ergun River.
๐ Day 3: Shiwei → Grassland Nomadic Experience → Private Horse Ranch → Heishantou (180KM)
๐จ Accommodation: Luxury Mongolian Yurt
๐ฝ Breakfast (Hotel) | Lunch (Guo Bao Rou) | Dinner (Mongolian Hand-Pulled Lamb)
- Travel along China’s most scenic border highway.
- Experience the “Nomadic Memory” Cultural Park, where you can:
- Ride traditional camel-drawn carts.
- Wear traditional Mongolian attire.
- Listen to horsehead fiddles and throat singing.
- Enjoy a horseback riding experience in Heishantou.
- Watch a stunning grassland sunset and join a bonfire party.
๐ Day 4: Heishantou → Balhu Mongolian Tribe → Zhalainuoer Museum → Manzhouli (220KM)
๐จ Accommodation: Manzhouli Matryoshka Hotel
๐ฝ Breakfast (Hotel) | Lunch (Hulunbuir Hot Pot) | Dinner (Russian Cultural Performance Dinner)
- Drive along the breathtaking China-Russia border road.
- Stop by the Erguna Wetlands, China's largest wetland area.
- Explore the Balhu Mongolian Tribe, where locals greet you with Mongolian milk tea and traditional wrestling performances.
- Visit Manzhouli, the most exotic city in China, with its Russian-style buildings and vibrant nightlife.