Wudalianchi, Heihe & Qiqihar Northwest Loop
A loop starting from Harbin that connects volcanic landscapes, Aihui history, Zhalong red-crowned cranes, and the Daqing Oilfield.
Travel clockwise through northwestern Heilongjiang: spend the first two days exploring the volcanoes of Wudalianchi, head to Heihe to look across the river at Russia and learn about the history of Aihui, drive south via Nenjiang to see the red-crowned cranes in Zhalong, and finally learn about the historic oil campaign in Daqing. Featuring diverse themes and balanced driving times, it is perfect for educational family trips or second-time visitors to Northeast China. This itinerary does not include border crossing; if you wish to visit Blagoveshchensk, you will need extra time and travel documents.
Avoid the G331 river road for the Heihe section and use the expressway instead. Check local announcements for construction updates.
每日安排
第 1 天 · North to Wudalianchi & Hot Springs
Drive from Harbin along the Suibei Expressway to Wudalianchi (about 360 km, taking about 4 hours).
Laohei Mountain has visitor limits; reserve your entry ticket for tomorrow on the scenic area's official WeChat account by tonight.
住宿：藥泉山鎮區
第 2 天 · Full Day at Laohei Mountain Volcano
五大連池（老黑山火山口、火燒山、石龍熔岩台地、三池（白龍湖））
Drive from the town area to Laohei Mountain (about 20 minutes), transfer to scenic shuttle buses inside, and then drive around the Third Lake (round trip about 80 km).
The volcanic slag paths are loose underfoot; wear athletic shoes to climb the summit and ensure you have adequate sun protection.
住宿：藥泉山鎮區
第 3 天 · Yaoquan Mountain to Aihui & Heihe
五大連池（藥泉山·鍾靈寺） → 黑河主城（璦琿歷史陳列館、黑龍江公園（江畔公園））
Climb Yaoquan Mountain in the morning, drive along the expressway via Sunwu to Aihui (about 3 hours), and then continue to Heihe (30 minutes).
The Sunwu-to-Heihe section of the G331 is under construction in 2026; use navigation to avoid the river road.
住宿：黑龍江江畔
第 4 天 · Daheihe Island to Nenjiang
Explore Daheihe Island and Central Street in the morning. In the afternoon, drive along the expressway to Nenjiang (about 230 km, taking about 3 hours).
住宿：Nenjiang Urban Area
第 5 天 · South to Zhalong for Red-Crowned Cranes
Drive from Nenjiang along the expressway to Zhalong (about 4 hours). Walk inside the nature reserve, and return to Qiqihar in the evening (about 40 minutes).
The crane release times are adjusted seasonally; check the afternoon schedule before planning your departure.
住宿：龍沙區中環廣場
第 6 天 · Historic Streets of Qiqihar to Daqing
齊齊哈爾（龍沙公園、卜奎清真寺、昂昂溪羅西亞大街、中東鐵路昂昂溪站）
After a short tour of the city, drive to Ang'angxi (about 30 minutes), then take the expressway to Daqing (about 1.5 hours).
Please dress appropriately when visiting the Bukui Mosque, and confirm its opening hours for the day before visiting.
住宿：讓胡路
第 7 天 · Iron Man Memorial Hall & Return to Harbin
Take a short tour of Ranghulu District. In the afternoon, drive back to Harbin along the Suiman Expressway (about 150 km, taking about 2 hours).
The museums may be closed on Mondays; please adjust your schedule according to their actual opening days.