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Discover the Northern Xinjiang Ice and Snow Wonderland:Kanas and Sayram Lake Winter In-Depth Tour🌨️
Winter in Northern Xinjiang is a fairy-tale world sketched by nature with ice and snow. When the biting cold wind sweeps across the land, Kanas and Sayram Lake don their silver attire, displaying a different kind of magnificence and tranquility. Here, there are ice lakes as blue as sapphires, wooden-house villages with curling chimney smoke, and vast boundless snowfields; every scenery makes people intoxicated and reluctant to leave. Next, let us embark together on this winter boutique small-group tour of Kanas and Sayram Lake.
Detailed introduction to the route or destination
Kanas:A冰雪 poem of the pure land on earth
Kanas, hailed as “the last self-retained land,” in winter is like a dreamy ice and snow kingdom. Kanas Lake is completely frozen in winter, the lake surface like a mirror, reflecting the surrounding mountains and trees; beneath the deep blue ice, occasionally you can see crystal-clear ice bubbles, as if secret codes left by nature. Strolling along the lakeside, beneath your feet is thick snow that makes a “crunch crunch” sound, as if telling stories of winter.
“The Three Bays of the Snow Realm”—Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay—are even more breathtakingly beautiful in winter. The morning mist at Fairy Bay is even more ethereal in winter, like a picturesque scene; the river at Moon Bay, covered by ice and snow, forms a winding silver ribbon; the island in the lake at Wolong Bay is like a sleeping giant dragon, quietly lying on the frozen lake.
Discover the Northern Xinjiang Ice and Snow Wonderland: Kanas and Sayram Lake Winter In-Depth Tour🌨️Sayram Lake:The ice and snow wonder of the last teardrop of the Atlantic
Sayram Lake is the highest-altitude and largest-area alpine lake in Xinjiang, enjoying the reputation of “the last teardrop of the Atlantic.” In winter, the lake water completely freezes, forming a vast blue ice world. On the ice surface, wonders such as ice bubbles and ice cracks can be seen everywhere; under the sunlight, they shimmer with colorful lights, breathtakingly beautiful.
Surrounding Sayram Lake, you can see continuous snow-capped mountains, vast grasslands, and deep blue skies, forming an absolutely stunning picture. Here, you can experience the purity and tranquility of ice and snow, and feel the wonder and greatness of nature.
Hemu Village:The fairy-tale dream of China’s most beautiful snow village
Hemu Village is a village of various ethnic groups and the Tuva people surrounded by birch forests, snow-capped mountains, and rivers, and has the title of “China’s most beautiful snow village.” In winter, Hemu Village is like a fairy-tale world sealed by ice and snow. The roofs of the wooden houses are piled with thick snow, and the curling smoke from the chimneys blends with the surrounding snow scenery, forming a picturesque and poetic beauty.
In the early morning, when the first ray of sunlight falls on Hemu Village, the entire village is bathed in golden radiance. Standing on the Harden Platform, overlooking the village shrouded in morning mist, you feel as if you are in a picturesque scene. Here, you can also experience the traditional lifestyles of various ethnic groups, taste authentic cuisine, and feel the rich folk culture.
Simple itinerary
Winter in Northern Xinjiang is a fairy-tale world sketched by nature with ice and snow. When the biting cold wind sweeps across the land, Kanas and Sayram Lake don their silver attire, displaying a different kind of magnificence and tranquility. Here, there are ice lakes as blue as sapphires, wooden-house villages with curling chimney smoke, and vast boundless snowfields; every scenery makes people intoxicated and reluctant to leave. Next, let us embark together on this winter boutique small-group tour of Kanas and Sayram Lake.Day One:All parts of the country – Urumqi
After arriving in Urumqi, go to the hotel to check in and rest a while. You can arrange your own activities and experience this city full of folk customs. We recommend visiting the International Grand Bazaar, a distribution center for Xinjiang goods where you can taste all kinds of Xinjiang specialty foods, such as grilled lamb skewers, hand-grabbed rice, big plate chicken, etc., and also buy exquisite handicrafts and specialty souvenirs.
Day Two:Urumqi – S21 Desert Highway – Ulungur Lake – Burqin
After breakfast, take a comfortable tour bus along the S21 Desert Highway to Burqin. The S21 Desert Highway is a desert highway in Northern Xinjiang, crossing the Gurbantunggut Desert within the Junggar Basin. In winter, the sand dunes on both sides of the highway are covered with white snow, forming a unique “desert snowfield” landscape that makes you feel as if you are in a dreamy world.
At noon, enjoy lunch on the way. In the afternoon, arrive at Ulungur Lake; in winter, Ulungur Lake is completely frozen, and the lake surface is vast and desolate. You can walk on the lake surface, feel the endless beauty of ice and snow, and also experience ice and snow parks, snowmobiles, skiing, and other activities. In the evening, go to Burqin County; after checking into the hotel, you can go to the Burqin Food Street to taste the local cold-water fish banquet, such as pike and Wudaohei, with tender and delicious meat.
Day Three:Burqin – Kanas
After breakfast, take a bus to the Kanas Scenic Area. Along the way, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the vast snowfields of the Altai Mountains; stop for a short rest at the Agonggaiti Grassland and use your camera to record the ink-painting-like grassland scene. After entering the Kanas Scenic Area, visit Wolong Bay, Moon Bay, Fairy Bay, and Yazhe Lake. In winter, the three bays of Kanas are covered with rime on the branches, dreamlike and illusory, as if entering an ice and snow fairy-tale world.
Detailed introduction to the route or destination At noon, enjoy lunch on your own at the restaurant in the scenic area. In the afternoon, stroll through the ancient Kanas Village and go to the lakeside of Kanas Lake, immersing yourself in a pure and silver-clad fairy-tale world, and feel the tranquility and openness of winter. In the evening, take a bus to stay in a characteristic wooden house in Kanas; dinner is at your own expense.
Day Four:Kanas – Hemu
After breakfast, take a bus to Hemu Village. After arriving, check into a fairy-tale cabin in the Hemu Scenic Area, with ample floor heating and snow scenery visible as soon as you open the window. In the afternoon, you can arrange your own activities: stroll through the village and feel the tranquility and peace of the most beautiful village; or go to the Jikepulin Ski Resort to experience the fun of skiing (ski tickets at your own expense). This is one of the larger ski resorts in Asia, with more than a hundred ski trails suitable for skiers of all levels. In the evening, join the complimentary Hemu bonfire party, singing and dancing together with locals and other tourists to celebrate winter.
Day Five:Hemu
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Get up early to watch the Hemu sunrise and morning mist; the morning sun falls on the snow, with mist swirling around, dreamily beautiful. During the day, you can arrange activities freely and participate in the complimentary light snow-scenery travel photography; the guide will provide photo props such as star-pointing pens and fairy sticks to help you capture the beautiful moments of winter; you can also ride a horse to Beautiful Peak at your own expense and overlook the quiet and peaceful Hemu Township. In the evening, return to the hotel to rest.
Day Six:Hemu – Sayram Lake
Kanas: A冰雪 poem of the pure land on earthAfter breakfast, take a bus to Sayram Lake. After arriving, experience the complimentary self-driving lake tour and enjoy the winter-specific landscapes such as the “ice bubble lake” and “blue ice” along the way. At noon, enjoy a whitefish banquet near Sayram Lake; the freshly caught whitefish is delicious and memorable. In the afternoon, participate in the complimentary stove-boiled tea by Sayram Lake, warming up while enjoying the lake view and feeling the coziness of winter. In the evening, check into the hotel at the east gate of Sayram Lake.
Day Seven:Sayram Lake – Urumqi
In the early morning, enter Sayram Lake again to enjoy the most beautiful sunrise of the lake and capture stunning moments of light and shadow. In the morning, continue touring Sayram Lake and feel the tranquility and beauty of this blue ice world. At noon, after dining near Sayram Lake, take a bus back to Urumqi. After arriving in Urumqi, check into the hotel and rest.
Day Eight:Urumqi – All parts of the country
After breakfast, according to the flight time, arrange airport drop-off and end this unforgettable Northern Xinjiang ice and snow journey.
Price description
The price range for the 2026 Kanas Sayram Lake winter boutique small group is roughly around 3,000-5,000 yuan; the specific price will vary depending on factors such as departure date, accommodation standard, and itinerary arrangement. For example, in the off-season, the price may be relatively lower; in the peak season, the price may rise somewhat. This price includes transportation, accommodation, tickets, some experience items, and other expenses, but the specific terms are subject to the contract. Prices and remaining seats are subject to contract or customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with departure dates; the signed contract between both parties shall prevail.
Kanas, hailed as “the last self-retained land,” in winter is like a dreamy ice and snow kingdom. Kanas Lake is completely frozen in winter, the lake surface like a mirror, reflecting the surrounding mountains and trees; beneath the deep blue ice, occasionally you can see crystal-clear ice bubbles, as if secret codes left by nature. Strolling along the lakeside, beneath your feet is thick snow that makes a “crunch crunch” sound, as if telling stories of winter.Registration method
You can register through the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; consult customer service manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. When registering, please provide accurate personal information and travel dates so that we can arrange a suitable itinerary for you.
Fee description and service description
Fees include
Transportation:Licensed tour vehicles throughout the trip, with 7-55 seat vehicles arranged according to the number of team members, striving for a comfortable ride. This quotation is a reference vehicle price; the specific vehicle price is subject to customer service quotation!
Accommodation:Comfortable hotels are arranged throughout the trip, including characteristic snow-scenery wooden houses in Kanas and Hemu, allowing you to immersively experience the ice and snow charm of Northern Xinjiang.
Tickets:First entrance tickets to the core attractions listed in the itinerary, saving you the trouble of queuing and making reservations.
“The Three Bays of the Snow Realm”—Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay—are even more breathtakingly beautiful in winter. The morning mist at Fairy Bay is even more ethereal in winter, like a picturesque scene; the river at Moon Bay, covered by ice and snow, forms a winding silver ribbon; the island in the lake at Wolong Bay is like a sleeping giant dragon, quietly lying on the frozen lake.Experiences:Includes characteristic experience items such as a beginner ski ticket at Jikepulin Ski Resort, Hemu bonfire party, light snow-scenery travel photography, and stove-boiled tea.
Service:Professional guides provide attentive service and commentary throughout the trip, allowing you to better understand the history, culture, and local customs of Northern Xinjiang.
Fees do not include
Personal consumption:Such as shopping, entertainment, and other expenses.
Optional paid items:Such as high-end ski tickets at Jikepulin Ski Resort, horseback riding, and other optional paid items.
Single room supplement:For single registrations, our agency will try its best to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation.
The specific terms are subject to actual consultation and signing. During the trip, both parties may make reasonable changes to the itinerary by mutual agreement to respond to possible changes in weather, road conditions, policies, and other factors.
Winter in Northern Xinjiang is a top-tier feast for the eyes and soul. The blue ice of Kanas, the ice bubbles of Sayram Lake, and the morning mist of Hemu Village—every scenery makes people intoxicated. Come join our Kanas Sayram Lake winter boutique small group and embark together on this unforgettable ice and snow journey!
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