How to Play in the Winter Snow Scenery of Kanas with a Tour Group Ice and Snow Fairy Tale + Tour Group Fees Recommended Routes and Prices

Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quote.

Explore the Winter Wonderland of Northern Xinjiang:Guide to In-Depth Group Tour of Kanas Ice and Snow Fairy Tale
❄ ️【Itinerary Highlights:Unlock Three Major Ice and Snow Secret Realms】❄️
Winter in Northern Xinjiang is like a spell has been cast, with the silver-clad Kanas, Habahe, and Hemu scenic areas forming China’s most distinctive winter ice and snow landscape belt. In winter 2026, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency launches the “6-Day Kanas Ice and Snow Fairy Tale Tour,” connecting three core scenic areas for an immersive experience:
Frozen Wonder of Kanas Lake:The lake’s ice layer is up to 1 meter thick, with bubble ice, blue ice cracks, and rime-covered forests intertwining to create a visual spectacle reminiscent of the “Ice Age.”
Habahe Border Snow Village:A primitive village on the China-Kazakhstan border, where wooden houses’ smoke blends with snowy mountains, and at night, you can capture stunning starry sky photos reflecting off the snowy plains.
Hemu Valley Morning Mist:Climb to the Haden Viewing Platform in the morning to see mist缠绕 (wrap around) snow-covered pines like silk ribbons, with golden sunlight flooding the valley at sunrise, resembling a fairy tale world.
📅 【Simple Itinerary:6-Day, 5-Night Immersive Experience】📅
(Itinerary subject to change due to weather; contract shall prevail.)
Day 1:Urumqi Assembly – First Glimpse of the Snow City
Transportation:Arrive in Urumqi by air from various locations; transferred to hotel by private car.

Explore the Winter Wonderland of Northern Xinjiang: Guide to In-Depth Group Tour of Kanas Ice and Snow Fairy TaleHighlights:Recommended free activities: Visit the International Bazaar to taste ethnic delicacies like baked buns and pilaf, and experience the winter market’s lively atmosphere.
Accommodation:Four-star hotel (with heating).
Day 2:Cross the S21 Desert Highway – Arrive in Burqin
Transportation:Travel north along the S21 Desert Highway by tourist bus, enjoying the vast expanse of snow-covered desert along the way.
Highlights:Arrive in Burqin in the evening; stroll the Sino-Russian Old Wharf Style Street at night and savor a cold-water fish feast (recommended: houndfish, five-black fish).
Accommodation:Burqin’s characteristic hotel.
Day 3:Frozen Secret Realm of Kanas Lake – Rime at Three Bays
Transportation:Travel to Kanas Scenic Area by car; transfer to snowmobiles to delve into the core zone.
Key Experiences:
Fairy Bay Morning Mist:Arrive before 7:00 to capture the stunning scene of mist缠绕 (wrap around) rime-covered trees.
Three Bays Hiking:Stroll along wooden walkways at Moon Bay and Wolong Bay, photographing the layered beauty of frozen rivers and snow-covered pines.

❄️【Itinerary Highlights: Unlock Three Major Ice and Snow Secret Realms】❄️Sunset at Kanas Lake:Wait by the lakeside in the evening to watch the sunset gild the snowy mountains with gold.
Accommodation:Heated kang wooden house within Kanas Scenic Area (with bathroom).
Day 4:Habahe Border Snow Village – Starry Sky Photography
Transportation:Travel to Habahe Village by car (passport required; free processing by scenic area).
Key Experiences:
Lonely Tree Photography Spot:Find the iconic pine tree standing alone in the snowy plain for minimalist-style photos.
Viewing Platform Panorama:Climb to the top for a panoramic view of the village and snowy mountains, feeling the tranquility of the “No.1 Village in the Northwest.”
Starry Sky Photography:With no light pollution at night, the guide will assist in photographing the Milky Way blending with the snowy plain.
Accommodation:Habahe’s characteristic wooden house.
Day 5:Hemu Valley Morning Mist – Tuwa Culture

Winter in Northern Xinjiang is like a spell has been cast, with the silver-clad Kanas, Habahe, and Hemu scenic areas forming China’s most distinctive winter ice and snow landscape belt. In winter 2026, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency launches the “6-Day Kanas Ice and Snow Fairy Tale Tour,” connecting three core scenic areas for an immersive experience:Transportation:Travel to Hemu Village by car, enjoying the rime-covered corridor along the way.
Key Experiences:
Sunrise at Haden Viewing Platform:Climb to the top at 6:30 to photograph the panoramic view of Tuwa wooden houses and snowy mountains in the morning mist.
Valley Hiking:Stroll along the Hemu River, listening to the murmur of flowing water and snowfall, feeling relaxed in the forested snowy plain.
Tuwa Home Visit:Listen to the Chuwuer qin performance and savor hot milk tea and baursak (fried dough).
Accommodation:Wooden house within Hemu Scenic Area (with floor heating).
Day 6:Return to Urumqi – Free Shopping
Transportation:Return to Urumqi by car, stopping at the Karamay Devil City along the way (winter Yardang landform covered in snow with unique lighting).
Highlights:After arriving in Urumqi, freely purchase dried grapes, nuts, and other specialties as souvenirs.
💰 【Price Information:Transparent Consumption with No Hidden Tricks】💰
Reference Cost:2800-3500 RMB per person (cost subject to change; contract shall prevail)

Frozen Wonder of Kanas Lake: The lake’s ice layer is up to 1 meter thick, with bubble ice, blue ice cracks, and rime-covered forests intertwining to create a visual spectacle reminiscent of the “Ice Age.”Cost Includes:
Transportation:Full tourist bus (with snow tires) and snowmobile transfers within scenic areas.
Accommodation:5 nights’ accommodation (including wooden houses within scenic areas and a four-star hotel in Urumqi).
Admission Tickets:First admission tickets and shuttle buses for Kanas, Habahe, and Hemu scenic areas.
Meals:5 breakfasts + 4 main meals (including cold-water fish feast and Tuwa home visit meal).
Services:Professional guide accompaniment, passport processing, and basic photography guidance.
Cost Excludes:
Personal expenses (such as specialty hotpot, souvenirs), optional activities like skiing.
：Single travelers will be coordinated for room-sharing; special cases require negotiation for price difference.
📞 【Registration Method:Professional Service Guarantee】📞

Habahe Border Snow Village: A primitive village on the China-Kazakhstan border, where wooden houses’ smoke blends with snowy mountains, and at night, you can capture stunning starry sky photos reflecting off the snowy plains.Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing will provide detailed itinerary consultation and contract signing services.
📝 【Cost and Service Information】📝
Contract Guarantee:Both parties sign an electronic contract specifying cost details, itinerary arrangements, and refund/change rules.
Flexible Changes:In case of extreme weather or temporary scenic area closure, both parties can agree to change the itinerary.
Equipment Suggestions:The travel agency provides basic cold-weather equipment rentals (such as crampons, warm patches); individuals need to bring their own down jackets, snow boots, sunglasses, etc.
Specifics subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
✨ 【Why Choose a Group Tour?】✨
Worry-Free:Professional drivers operate vehicles with snow tires, avoiding self-drive risks.
In-Depth Experience:Guides know lesser-known photography spots to avoid crowds and capture stunning photos.
Hassle-Free:One-stop solution for admission tickets, accommodation, and transportation; no need to queue or make reservations independently.
Cultural Immersion:Special activities like Tuwa home visits and starry sky photography make the trip more than just about scenery.
This winter, bid farewell to crowded popular attractions and follow Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency into the ice and snow fairy tale world of Kanas, feeling the purity and grandeur of winter in Northern Xinjiang!

Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quote.