Yili Group Tour Wetland Park Swan Spring Winter Exclusive + Group Tour Quotes Recommended Itinerary Costs and Prices
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quote
Complete Guide to Group Winter Tour of Yili Swan Spring Wetland Park:Unlock N Ways to Experience a Winter Fairy Tale
🌨 ️【Route Highlights:Winter-Exclusive Ecological Wonder】
Yili Swan Spring Wetland Park is a hidden gem for winter tourism in Xinjiang. Fed by underground hot springs, the park features an unfrozen lake that attracts thousands of mute swans and whooper swans from November to March each year. At dawn, when mist shrouds the lake surrounded by rime-covered trees, the swans glide gracefully, their wings flapping to scatter ice crystals like shattered diamonds, creating a picturesque ‘winter wonderland’ scene with distant snow-capped mountains. According to 2026 Xinjiang cultural tourism monitoring data, winter visitor numbers to the area surged by 210% year-on-year, yet with a sprawling 54-square-kilometer park, the actual tourist density is just 1/5 of popular cities, offering exclusive tranquility for photography.
Three Must-See Core Attractions:
Rime Wonder:Underground hot spring vapor condenses in the cold, coating shoreline trees with glistening ice flowers for up to 4 hours
Swan Behavior Observation:Heartwarming scenes of mute swan families and feather-preening rituals provide excellent photo opportunities
Dawn/Dusk Lighting:Sunrise bathes swan feathers in golden hues through mist; sunset transforms snow mountains into rose-tinted silhouettes
🗺 ️【6-Day In-Depth Itinerary】
Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency presents the ‘6-Day Yili Winter Wonderland Tour,’ designed with ‘early departure, late return’ principles and daily travel limited to 3 hours to avoid midday cold.
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi
Afternoon free time:Recommend visiting International Bazaar for roasted stuffed buns, hand-pulled rice and other local delicacies
Accommodation:4-diamond hotel in Urumqi (breakfast included)
Complete Guide to Group Winter Tour of Yili Swan Spring Wetland Park: Unlock N Ways to Experience a Winter Fairy TaleDay 2:Urumqi → Sayram Lake (~5 hours by car)
Morning:Circumnavigate the lake to photograph ‘shattered diamond blue silk’ waters and winter-exclusive ice structures
Afternoon:Cross Guozigou Bridge for panoramic views of snow mountains, forests, and bridges in one frame
Accommodation:4-diamond hotel in Qingshuihe Town (breakfast included)
Day 3:Qingshuihe → Huocheng Lavender Garden → Yining Swan Spring (~2 hours by car)
Morning:Huocheng Lavender Garden (peak bloom in June; winter offers snowscape photography)
Afternoon:Arrive at Swan Spring Wetland Park to photograph swans playing at sunset
Special arrangement:Corn kernels provided for feeding swans to enhance interactive photography
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Yining City (breakfast included)
Day 4:In-depth Swan Spring photography → Kuerduning Snow Ridge (~1.5 hours by car)
Dawn:Capture Swan Spring sunrise rime and swans taking flight
Morning:Proceed to Kuerduning Scenic Area for ‘snow-draped forest’ photography
🌨️【Route Highlights: Winter-Exclusive Ecological Wonder】Experiential Activities:Horseback riding through snow-covered spruce forests (includes basic equestrian instruction)
Accommodation:Characteristic homestay in Kuerduning (breakfast included)
Day 5:Kuerduning → Nalati Grassland → Snow Mountain Hot Springs (~3 hours by car)
Morning:Self-drive Nalati Grassland to photograph snow-blanketed ‘aerial pastures’
Afternoon:Relax at Huyinsai Snow Mountain Hot Springs to ease travel fatigue
Accommodation:Mountain homestay within Nalati Scenic Area (breakfast included)
Day 6:Nalati → Return to Yining
Morning:Free time based on flight schedule; optional shopping for ethnic handicrafts
Afternoon:Airport transfer service (recommend flights after 18:00)
💰 【Pricing Details & Departure Dates】
2026 Reference Price Range:5,699-6,999 RMB/person (children’s rates upon inquiry). Price includes:
Transportation:7-seat business van or 19-seat midibus (subject to group size), including fuel and toll fees
Accommodation:5 nights at 4-diamond hotels/characteristic homestays (breakfast included)
Yili Swan Spring Wetland Park is a hidden gem for winter tourism in Xinjiang. Fed by underground hot springs, the park features an unfrozen lake that attracts thousands of mute swans and whooper swans from November to March each year. At dawn, when mist shrouds the lake surrounded by rime-covered trees, the swans glide gracefully, their wings flapping to scatter ice crystals like shattered diamonds, creating a picturesque ‘winter wonderland’ scene with distant snow-capped mountains. According to 2026 Xinjiang cultural tourism monitoring data, winter visitor numbers to the area surged by 210% year-on-year, yet with a sprawling 54-square-kilometer park, the actual tourist density is just 1/5 of popular cities, offering exclusive tranquility for photography.Admission Tickets:First entrance tickets to Sayram Lake, Swan Spring Wetland Park, etc.
Experiences:Horseback riding, hot springs, swan feeding, etc.
Services:Dedicated driver-guide for groups under 8; professional tour guide for groups over 8
Price Adjustments:
December-February peak season prices increase by 10%-15%
Spring Festival departures require 30-day advance booking due to limited availability
Prices and availability subject to contract confirmation; may vary by departure date
📞 【Registration Methods】
Register through Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency. Contact customer service manager Zhang Jing for 2026 departure schedules and promotions. The agency holds a legal travel business license, served over 30,000 tourists in 2025 with a 4.9/5.0 Mafengwo rating, ensuring reliable service.
📋 【Fee Explanation & Service Standards】
Included Items:
Round-trip airport/station transfers
Three Must-See Core Attractions: 5 nights’ accommodation (breakfast included) and meals specified in itinerary
Professional guide/driver service fees
Traveler’s accident insurance
Excluded Items:
Main Meals:Lunch and dinner not included (recommend local restaurants at 40-60 RMB/meal)
Optional Activities:Lavender Garden photography packages, Xiata Ancient Road electric carts, etc.
：Single travelers will be matched for shared rooms; special cases require supplementary fee negotiation (~800 RMB for entire trip)
Service Commitments:
No shopping stops or hidden fees throughout the trip
Daily departure times determined by group consensus based on physical condition
Itinerary adjustments possible via mutual agreement during extreme weather
Subject to actual consultation and contract signing
Rime Wonder: Underground hot spring vapor condenses in the cold, coating shoreline trees with glistening ice flowers for up to 4 hours⚠ ️【Essential Pre-Trip Tips】
Equipment Recommendations:
Photography Gear:Telephoto lens (200mm+), tripod, spare batteries (rapid discharge in cold)
Clothing:Hardshell jacket, fleece pants, waterproof snow boots, wool socks, touchscreen gloves
Accessories:Hand warmers, insulated flask, sunglasses (strong snow glare)
Policy Reminders:
Swan Spring limits daily visitors to 2,000; 3-day advance reservation required
Self-driving around Sayram Lake requires shuttle bus tickets (145 RMB/person)
Purchase ethnic handicrafts from licensed shops and retain receipts
Golden Photography Hours:
Swan Spring:1 hour after sunrise/1 hour before sunset (soft light, excellent mist effects)
Sayram Lake:Capture blue ice phenomena when lake surface freezes at dawn
Kuerduning:10 AM-3 PM (low snow reflectivity, high color accuracy)
This winter journey blending ecological observation, winter sports, and cultural experiences satisfies photography enthusiasts’ pursuit of light and shadow while allowing family travelers to enjoy winter fun through hot springs and horseback riding. Professional arrangements by Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency avoid transportation and accommodation challenges of independent travel, ensuring a ‘hassle-free, pitfall-free’ in-depth experience.
Contact Manager Guo Jing at 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quote
