[2025 Yanji Stay] Travel Guide for Park Kairos (Updated Jun)

Hey guys, I just came back from Jilin and can't wait to share this carefully organized 5-day 4-night travel guide with you. It will take you to Changchun, Changbai Mountain, and Yanji to experience the most authentic Northeast China style! Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Changchun and enjoy delicious food - Afternoon: Arrive at Changchun Longjia International Airport, go through the car rental procedures at the airport, and then go to the hotel in the city to check in. Take a short break to relieve the fatigue of the journey. - Dinner: When you come to Changchun, you must try authentic Northeast China cuisine! I recommend going to "Lao Hantou Tofu Skewer", which is a time-honored brand in Changchun and is very popular. The signature Guobaorou is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, sweet and sour, and full of happiness with every bite. There is also their snow coat red bean paste, with a crispy outer layer and sweet red bean paste inside, with a delicate taste. It is definitely a must-order dessert. - Accommodation: I recommend staying at the New Century Grand Hotel Changchun, which is conveniently located, with convenient transportation, spacious and comfortable rooms, and very considerate service. There are also many shopping malls and food streets nearby, making it convenient for shopping and food hunting. Day 2: Explore history and head to Changbai Mountain - Morning: Go to the Puppet Manchurian Palace Museum, which is the palace site of Puyi when he was the puppet emperor of Manchukuo, witnessing a special period of history. It is recommended to make an appointment for an explanation service online in advance, and follow the footsteps of the guide to gain an in-depth understanding of that period of history and feel the weight of history. - Lunch: After coming out of the Puppet Manchurian Palace, go to "Chunfahe Restaurant" to taste authentic Jilin cuisine. The white meat blood sausage in this restaurant is tender, and the white meat is fatty but not greasy. Paired with chive flowers and mashed garlic, it tastes amazing. There is also crispy chicken, with a golden and crispy outer layer and tender and juicy chicken, which is fragrant to the bone with every bite. - Afternoon: After lunch, drive to Changbai Mountain and enjoy the natural scenery of Northeast China along the way, which takes about 5 hours. After arriving at the foot of Changbai Mountain, check in at the hotel and take a short break. - Dinner: When you come to Changbai Mountain, you must try the local specialty food - iron pot stew. "Lao Pu's Iron Pot Stew" is a very popular restaurant locally, using fresh ingredients, stir-fried on-site, and then slowly stewed with firewood with unique secret sauce, with a fragrant aroma. A large pot of stew, with chicken, ribs, beans, potatoes, etc., is very affordable. - Night: After dinner, go to the hot spring in the hotel to relax and relieve the fatigue of the day. The hot spring water in Changbai Mountain is of high quality, rich in various minerals, and very beneficial to the body. Day 3: Tour Changbai Mountain and enjoy natural wonders - All day: The north slope of Changbai Mountain is the most classic scenic spot, with many attractions, requiring a whole day to visit. Make an appointment for the north scenic area ticket (CNY 105) and Tianchi ticket (CNY 80) in advance on the Changbai Mountain official account. If the hotel you stay in has a VIP channel, you can go directly from the hotel to the transfer center, which is very convenient. - Tour route: - Hotel - Transfer Center - Tianchi: Take the scenic area eco-friendly bus to the foot of Tianchi, and then transfer to the shuttle bus to Tianchi. Tianchi is the iconic attraction of Changbai Mountain and the deepest lake in China, surrounded by 16 peaks, with spectacular scenery. However, the weather in Tianchi is unpredictable, and whether you can see the full view of Tianchi depends on luck. - Transfer Center - Julong Hot Spring Group & Waterfall: After coming down from Tianchi, take the eco-friendly bus to Julong Hot Spring Group, where there are countless hot spring eyes, with steam rising and mist lingering, like a fairyland on earth. You can also taste hot spring boiled eggs here. The egg yolk solidifies after being boiled in hot spring water, and the egg white is jelly-like, with a very unique taste. Continue forward, and you can see the majestic Changbai Mountain Waterfall, which falls from a 68-meter-high cliff, splashing layers of water, very spectacular. - Xiaotianchi - Lvyuantan: Xiaotianchi is a quiet volcanic crater lake, with green water and surrounded by dense forests, with very charming scenery. Lvyuantan is a small and exquisite lake, with clear water and trees reflected in the water, like a beautiful painting. - Underground Forest: The underground forest is the last attraction on the north slope of Changbai Mountain, which is a primeval forest, with tall and dense trees and fresh air. Walk along the plank road in the forest and feel the magic and beauty of nature. - Dinner: After playing for a day, you must be hungry. Go to "Han Zheng Ginseng Chicken Soup Restaurant" to drink a bowl of hot ginseng chicken soup, with tender chicken and rich soup, with ginseng, red dates, wolfberry, and other ingredients added, which is nutritious and nourishing. Paired with a stone pot bibimbap, it will definitely satisfy your taste buds. Day 4: Head to Yanji and experience Korean ethnic style - Brunch: Have a hearty brunch at "Jindalai Cold Noodle Restaurant" at the foot of Changbai Mountain, and try their cold noodles, with chewy noodles and sweet and sour soup, paired with kimchi, beef slices, and other side dishes, very appetizing. There is also rice cake, which is soft, glutinous, and sweet, with an excellent taste. - Noon: Drive to Yanji, which takes about 2 hours. After arriving in Yanji, check in at the hotel and take a short break. - Afternoon: Come to the Korean Ethnic Folk Village, which is a good place to experience Korean ethnic culture. You can rent a set of traditional Korean ethnic costumes, wear beautiful Hanbok, and take photos in the folk village, as if traveling back to ancient Korea. There are also many traditional Korean ethnic buildings and handicraft shops in the folk village, where you can gain an in-depth understanding of Korean ethnic culture and life. - Dinner: Yanji is a paradise for food, with various Korean ethnic foods that make people drool. I recommend going to "Da Pu's Barbecue", where the barbecue is very authentic, with tender meat and high quality. The signature pork belly is grilled with sizzling oil, wrapped in lettuce, dipped in sauce, and put in your mouth, which is very fragrant. There is also their seafood pancake, with a crispy outer layer and rich filling, full of seafood flavor. - Accommodation: I recommend staying at the Huayi Kairos Hotel, which is located in the city center, with convenient transportation and many food and shopping places nearby. The room decoration style is unique, full of Korean ethnic style, and the service is very considerate. Day 5: Stroll and eat at the West Market, and return - Breakfast: When you come to Yanji, you must go to the West Market, which is the largest comprehensive market in Yanji and a gathering place for food. In the market, you can taste various Korean ethnic snacks, such as rice sausage, seaweed rice, rice cake, fish cake, etc. I recommend going to "Da Pu's Rice Sausage", where the rice sausage is soft and glutinous, with a delicious taste, paired with special sauce, very delicious. - Morning: Stroll around the West Market and buy some local specialties and souvenirs, such as kimchi, pollock dried fish, Korean ethnic handicrafts, etc. - Noon: You can have lunch at a restaurant near the West Market and try Yanji's specialty food - stone pot rice. There are many types of stone pot rice, such as beef stone pot rice, pork belly stone pot rice, vegetable stone pot rice, etc., which you can choose according to your taste. After the stone pot rice is served, stir it while it is hot, let the rice fully absorb the flavor of the sauce, and then pair it with a portion of kimchi and soybean paste soup, which is simply perfect. - Afternoon: Pack your luggage, check out, end your pleasant trip to Jilin, and return to your warm home. Notes 1. The temperature in Jilin is relatively low in winter, so be sure to keep warm and bring thick down jackets, warm pants, snow boots, hats, scarves, gloves, and other warm clothing. 2. The altitude of Changbai Mountain Scenic Area is relatively high, and the weather is unpredictable. It is recommended to carry rain gear and warm clothing with you. If you want to go to Tianchi, it is best to check the weather forecast in advance and choose a sunny day to go, so the probability of seeing the full view of Tianchi will be higher. 3. When playing in Changbai Mountain, pay attention to environmental protection and do not litter. 4. Most of the food in Yanji is spicy. If you can't eat spicy food, be sure to inform the waiter in advance when ordering. 5. When renting Hanbok in the Korean Ethnic Folk Village, be sure to choose a reputable merchant to avoid being scammed. At the same time, pay attention to protecting your property to avoid loss. The above is my 5-day 4-night travel guide for Changchun-Changbai Mountain-Yanji, Jilin Province. I hope it will be helpful to you. I wish you a happy and delicious trip to Jilin!

🌸Yanji Kairos Hotel: A perfect blend of elegance and comfort🌸 🌟In Yanji, a charming city in Northeast China, Kairos Hotel is like a shining pearl, attracting every guest with its elegant environment and attentive service. Today, let's explore this surprising hotel and feel its unique charm!💖 🏨Stepping into Kairos Hotel is like traveling to a hall full of artistic atmosphere. The hotel is designed in a simple yet stylish way, with every detail showing the ultimate pursuit of perfection. The spacious and bright rooms, soft beds, and warm lights make you feel at home. 🌆The hotel is conveniently located near the bustling city center. Whether you're on a business trip or a leisure vacation, it can easily meet your needs. In addition, there are many restaurants and shopping places around the hotel, so you can enjoy the local specialties while enjoying a comfortable stay. 🍽The food at Kairos Hotel is also not to be missed. The hotel restaurant offers a variety of Chinese and Western dishes, allowing you to taste the collision of different cultures while enjoying the food. In addition, the hotel also offers 24-hour room service, so you can enjoy the temptation of food at any time. 💆In addition to comfortable accommodation and food, Kairos Hotel also offers a range of leisure facilities. A spacious and bright gym, a well-equipped meeting room, a cozy spa center... Whether you want to exercise, hold a business meeting, or relax, you can find a satisfactory choice here. 🎉Here, you can enjoy attentive service and feel at home. All the staff at Kairos Hotel adhere to the service concept of "customer first" and are dedicated to providing quality service to every guest.

The hotel was very clean and the staff was friendly and nice. Always great. Breakfast was delicious too.

It was convenient because there was a Korean-speaking staff at the front desk. The breakfast menu was also varied and good. Also, the location was good because department stores and restaurants were almost all within a 15-20 minute walk. The view was the best👍🏻

#CherryBlossom2024 #ChinaTravel #China #Yanbian #Yanji #YanjiHotel #HotelRecommendation #Ho-kangs 🟢Address: Yanji Street No.1329, Yanji, Yanbian, Jilin, China 🟢Atmosphere/Facilities: This is the hotel with the best facilities and 5-star service in Yanji. The staff is also very friendly. It was nice that I could enjoy the fireworks in the room, and I could adjust the double curtains with one button on the bed. The bathroom bathtub glass could also be adjusted for transparency, which was convenient. :) 🟢Key Points: The breakfast restaurant is on the 24th floor, so the view is good and the food is delicious. The fact that the menu is slightly different every day seems to be a considerate consideration for long-term guests, which was nice. 🟢Average price per person: Around 200,000 won per night. The average price is lower due to the difference between peak and off-peak seasons. 🟢Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (out of 5)

I've been to Yanji five times and visited at least twice each time, and I'm introducing a restaurant that I've been to about 15 times already. :) When we visit Yanbian, we always stay at Park Kairos Hotel (we often stay somewhere else and come back to Kairos only when the rooms are full). The hotel's main parking lot is right next to the hot spring sauna parking lot entrance instead of the entrance, so it's easy to walk there, and the food is good, so we often go there. If you see a sign like the one in the second picture, it means that it's a restaurant recognized in China. It's probably like Blue Ribbon in Korea. It's a place that's been known for its beef soup for a long time since 1995, and we've been there about 10 times for a light meal with two people, and other times we've visited with friends to have a drink with various dishes. Not only did I visit and eat there, but I also took the side dishes and rice sold in the mini fridge in front of the kitchen and ate them at the hotel several times. The various kimchi and stir-fried beef tendon were also really delicious. 🟢Address: Qingyu Beef Soup Restaurant (Yanji Branch) No. 555-1-8 Yanji Street, Yanji City, Yanbian Chaozhou Autonomous Prefecture, Jilin Province, No. 11, Flower Garden District, Building 1008 #China Travel #China #Restaurant #Travel #Hidden Restaurant #Restaurant Introduction #Restaurant Tour #Restaurant Conquest #Restaurant Recommendation #Restaurant Exploration #Hong Kong Air Ticket Event

Stay in this hotel in Yanji! Guaranteed to satisfy you : Huayi Kayros Hotel Transportation: 25 minutes from the airport 25 minutes from Yanji West Attractions: Close to the Internet celebrity wall and West Market A little distance from the Folklore Park (taking a taxi is more cost-effective) Facilities: Floor-to-ceiling windows allow you to see the Christian Church across the street. The large bathtub allows you to enjoy a bath after a day of running around in the cold wind. The TV can be projected and there is a dedicated cloakroom The only drawback is that there is no free bar Friends who come to Yanji can consider this hotel~ Yanji Huayi Kairos Hotel

This winter, Northeast China is really super 🔥. Hurry up and catch up with the big group and go on a spontaneous trip to [Changbai Mountain + Yanji]! Come to Changbai Mountain Scenic Area, watch the rime Changbai Mountain Xianfeng Xueling Scenic Area, Changbai Mountain Tianchi, ride a snowmobile to travel through the world of ice and snow, immerse yourself in skiing ⛷️, and soak in the snow hot springs ♨️. It is truly the ceiling for snow play in China! Go to Yanji and Yanbian to taste the local food, put on Korean national costumes for travel photography 🎎, and instantly become the protagonist of a Korean drama, and share it on your Moments! At the same time, stay in the same glass house as Finland, turn on the warm fireplace, and watch the snow falling outside the window 🌨️, which is romantic and dreamy~ ———— ⭐Minimum order of 2 people, 1 order 1 group (private small group, no group sharing) · ❄️6 days and 5 nights high-end vacation in Changbai ✅Comfortable private car + driver-guide accompanying you throughout the trip (including airport pick-up and drop-off) ✅Entire scenic spot ticket + scenic shuttle bus ✅Full breakfast + Hobbit Snow House Hotpot ✅Multiple Changbai Mountain winter limited snow experiences ✅Selected 5 nights in a luxury snow-view hotel ✔ 1 night at Yanji Huayi Cairos Hotel ✔1 night at Crowne Plaza Changbaishan Hot Spring Hotel ✔1 night at Changbai Mountain Water Hotel ✔2 nights at Changbaishan Luneng Resort Swissotel · ✈️Itinerary Overview D1 Meet up in Yanji D2 Yanji-Korean Folklore Park-Xianfeng Snow Ridge D3 Changbai Mountain North Slope-Changbai Mountain Water Color Hotel D4 Drifting in the Demon World - Ice Fishing on Snow - Snow Playland D5 Skiing Exclusive Teaching-Hobbit Snow House Hot Pot D6 Disband at Changbaishan Airport/High-speed Railway Station · 🏨Selected beautiful accommodation Changbaishan Water Color Hotel The same glass house as in Finland, the "fairy tale town" in Changbai Mountain, a villa with a large space and a view Swissotel Changbaishan Luneng Resort Swiss style, with a large ski resort, you can enjoy skiing experience and exclusive private training Crowne Plaza Changbaishan Hot Spring With natural volcanic hot springs, you can enjoy the hot springs in Tianchi and have close contact with small animals. · ⭕Ice and Snow Experience ✔Explore Changbai Mountain in depth in winter⛰️ and look at Changbai Waterfall from afar ✔Check in at the Changbai Mountain Snow Ridge and enter the dreamy Nordic forest ✔Enjoy the natural volcanic snow hot springs♨️ ✔Meet reindeers in the snow, feed them by hand and take photos ✔Drifting in the rime🚣🏻‍♂️, traveling through the world of ice and snow ✔Horse-drawn sleigh🐴, snowmobile, snow ice fishing🎣 ✔Immersive skiing experience🏂, exclusive teaching by professional skiing private instructors ✔Explore Yanji and taste the treasured food ✔Put on Korean costumes🎎 and instantly become the protagonist of a Korean drama ✔Taste the dreamy Hobbit igloo hotpot

I went on my first trip to China in August and September this year. Among them, Yanji was my first destination in early August, and I visited again in early and mid-September because it was similar to Korea, convenient, and pretty. I would like to introduce you to Park Kairos Hotel, where we stayed very satisfied during our stay in Yanji :) Employees are stationed everywhere, starting from the parking lot on the first floor, to open your car doors and even help you get off your luggage if you have any. When you enter the lobby, they greet you brightly and help you carry your luggage to your room if you have a lot of it. The check-in area is on the left as soon as you enter the entrance, and there is a convenience store next to it, so you can buy snacks or simple necessities. I sat on the sofa on the right side while my husband checked in. There is a cafe, restroom, and table inside the check-in counter, so it was useful for waiting before and after the appointment. There are many elevators, but on weekends and public holidays, it was very crowded because there were many ceremonies in the hotel. And the breakfast buffet was very considerate! First of all, the menu is very diverse. Since we usually stay for about a week at a time, if you stay long-term, you can get tired of the same food every day, but the menu changed every day. It seemed like the menu was repeated every 3 days, which was very satisfying. Also, what I felt while traveling long-term in China is that almost all hotels don't have bidets, but this one does!!! That alone is satisfying :) Food and drinks in the refrigerator are paid, but two bottles of free water are provided every day, and if you stay long-term for more than 3 days, you get two more bottles, for a total of 4 bottles :) The room type was a room with only a basic bed when I stayed in August, and a room with a bed and tatami when I stayed in September. I was happy to meet Korean tourists often in September :) Oh, this place is also very popular, so there are often no rooms. We tend to travel spontaneously, so when we tried to make a reservation suddenly, we were assigned a room with single beds, but we had to move twice, and once when there were no rooms at all, we stayed at another hotel nearby and came back. If you are traveling to Yanji, hurry up and make a reservation in advance :) Address: No. 1329 Yanhe Street, Yanji, Jilin, China #ChinaTravel #YanjiTravel #YanjiHotel #ChinaYanji #YanjiHotel #HoKangs #HoKangsRecommendation #HotelRecommendation #HotelReview

Fly from Guangzhou to Changchun (Longjia Airport), walk for 10 minutes from the airport to Longjia High-speed Rail (basement level) to Yanji West Station (prepare some food if you take the high-speed rail, there is only instant noodles at the station) You can also go directly to Yanji, but you have to stay at the airport Stay in Yanji: Huayi Carlois Hotel (convenient to go anywhere) Opposite is the Water Market (morning market to experience local breakfast), but don't buy anything there!! After visiting the Water Market, go shopping at the West Market!! All are cheap and can be mailed back, hazelnuts and mushrooms are cheap and can be taken. Eat: Recommended Liujia Garden BBQ (right next to the hotel) Quanzhou Bibimbap (only Bibimbap is delicious) Grandma Yuan's Rice and Ginseng Chicken Soup (must try the crab) Jinli Skewer Shop BBQ is basically the same Huang Suji Meicai Pancake (next to the Internet celebrity wall) Roasted sweet potatoes, roasted pears are also available. Yanji attractions check-in: Internet celebrity wall (opposite Yanbian University) Folklore Park Cultural Village (can take pictures in Korean clothes) Water Market (better to go at 7 am) West Market (buy specialty products) Mall: Baili City (brand store) Coffee: Songtan Coffee, Xi Coffee, Forest Coffee Taxi: Just hail a taxi, it's about 5 yuan per trip, call a car online for farther places. Stay in Yanji for 2 days On the third day, charter a car from Yanji (four people must have a business car gL8 more) to Changbai Mountain, passing through Xueling, let the driver buy tickets for 88. Buy on the spot for 108. Be sure to wear enough clothes. It is recommended to go up by motorcycle and come down by horse-drawn carriage. Stay at Puyue Hotel (real hot spring) after the end On the fourth day, take your luggage and charter a car, go to the Magic World Drifting (go in the morning to see the rime), and then go to Changbai Mountain Tianchi (depends on luck, often closed, windy), stay at Meijing Pavilion (in Luneng Resort), the only hotel that can overlook Changbai Mountain. The infinity hot spring pool is very photogenic. On the fourth day, you can stay at Luneng Swiss Hotel or ClubMed (Mediterranean Hot Spring + Hotel, staying at Luneng also gives Mediterranean Hot Spring (indoor and outdoor) Staying at Park Hyatt (near Wanda Scenic Area and close to skiing) is also a good choice! Skiing: Stay at Luneng (Meijing Pavilion✔ Swiss Hotel✔ClubMed) You can walk to Huamei Ski Resort Staying at Park Hyatt can soak in Hannashan Hot Spring and also ski for free Luneng Village also has Utv off-road vehicle activities Luneng after snowing is like a small Switzerland The food here is average, there are not many choices. Return journey Charter a car to Changbai Mountain Station, the road is slippery, please advance 3 (buy high-speed rail tickets in advance, Changbai Mountain to Changchun, walk 10min from Changchun Station to the airport), if you have time, you can go to Changchun (there are mountains). Dressing: The wind power in Changbai Mountain is relatively large, mainly for wind protection. Be sure to bring a storm jacket, the clothes should be larger. Outerwear 4-5. Buy gloves that can touch the screen (thick and thin each 1). 3-4 sets of thermal underwear, don't wear too thick sweaters will be tired, basically I wear 3 pieces of clothes every day (thermal underwear + fleece + windproof down jacket). Non-windproof down jackets are basically not warm. 4 pairs of thermal pants, wear three-proof pants outside (or ski pants, must wear when going to Xueling), Yanji is not cold, no need to wear windproof pants. Shoes must be waterproof, medium and high-top, it is recommended to bring 2 pairs. 5 pairs of socks, bring both thick and thin. Buy a pair of anti-slip studs to put on the shoes to prevent slipping. 2 scarves, 2 windproof masks, 1 ski windproof neck gaiter. Thermos cup, sunglasses, power bank, hand warmer (also buy the one that sticks to the feet, don't put it in the suitcase when taking the plane), backpack must be brought, It is recommended to bring your own ski suit, renting is expensive and dirty, the ski resort includes ski boards, ski equipment, helmets, ski suits are not included. Buy ski quick-drying clothes, ski socks. Look·Changbai Luneng Meijing Pavilion Selected Hotel