Changbai Mountain [Photo: photostock.china.com.cn/ Yu Wenbin]

Day 5: Changbai Mountain

Considered as the most famous mountain in northeast China, Changbai Mountain is well-known for its snowy scenery, cool summers and mineral springs. The Tianchi Lake, or Heavenly Lake, is a crater lake perched atop the mountain and its scenery varies greatly as the season changes.

Transport: Take a train to Erdaobaihe County or fly to Yanji airport first, then take a taxi to the northern slope or western slope entrances of the mountain district.

Ticket prices: 125 yuan