Sayram Lake Winter Travel Booking, Licensed Travel Agency Small Group Pricing and Contract Process
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Winter Sayram Lake In-Depth Tour:Complete Guide to Booking Small Groups with a Licensed Travel Agency
(1) Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination
As a core scenic area in northern Xinjiang, Sayram Lake presents the wonder of the “blue ice secret realm” in winter. The frozen lake surface forms natural phenomena such as ice bubbles, ice cracks, and ice push, which together with the snow-capped mountain backdrop constitute a representative northern Xinjiang ice and snow landscape. In the winter of 2026, the scenic area implements a full-lake-loop opening policy, with the section from the East Gate to the South Gate as the key touring area, and 6 professional photography spots set up along the way, including Moon Bay, Santai Ancient Post Station, and Swan Joy Water. The scenic area operates daily from 8:00 to 21:00, with shuttle buses every 30 minutes covering the core attractions.
Special landscape tips:
Ice bubble wonder:Dense clusters of bubbles are distributed under the ice layer from Santai Islet to Fengfan Stream
Blue ice photography:From 11:00 to 15:00, light penetrates the ice layer to present an excellent blue effect
Starry sky shooting:At the Jiangtai and Jinhua Zihui Lighthouse, you can capture the Milky Way and blue ice in the same frame
Swan interaction:There are wintering swan flocks active in the Kele Yongzhu area
(2) Simple Itinerary Arrangement (5-Day Northern Xinjiang Ice and Snow Loop)
Day1:Gather in Urumqi
18:00 Check in at a city hotel
19:30 Team briefing (distribute cold-weather gear packs)
20:00 Free time (recommended to visit the International Grand Bazaar to buy ethnic handicrafts)
Day2:Urumqi→Sayram Lake (about 550 kilometers)
07:30 Depart by 7-seat business vehicle (equipped with snow tires + anti-skid chains)
14:00 Arrive at the East Gate of the scenic area, transfer to shuttle bus for lake-loop tour
Winter Sayram Lake In-Depth Tour: Complete Guide to Booking Small Groups with a Licensed Travel Agency16:30 Ice bicycle experience at Moon Bay
19:00 Stay in a Tuvan wooden cabin inside the scenic area (with floor heating)
20:30 Folk experience:Tuvan song and dance + kumis tasting
Day3:Sayram Lake in-depth tour
08:30 Sunrise photography at Jiangtai
10:00 Ice fishing experience (professional tools provided)
13:00 Specialty clay pot hotpot lunch in the scenic area
15:00 Ice floating adventure at Santai Ancient Post Station
18:00 Return to the wooden cabin to rest
21:00 Starry sky photography guidance (professional tripods provided)
Day4:Sayram Lake→Yining (about 320 kilometers)
09:00 Check out and head to Yining
12:30 Lunch in Qingshuihe Town (smoked horse meat set meal recommended)
15:00 Visit Khorgos Port (valid ID required)
18:30 Stay at a Yining city hotel (four-star standard)
20:00 Free time (Kazanqi Folk Tourism Area recommended)
(1) Detailed Introduction to the Route or DestinationDay5:Yining→Urumqi (return trip)
09:00 Return by 19-seat minibus
12:00 Simple meal at Jinghe County service area
18:00 Arrive in Urumqi and disband
(3) Price Description (Reference for Winter 2026)
Basic package (December-February):
Adult price:2380-2880 yuan/person
Child price (6-12 years old):1666-2016 yuan/person (occupying a bed)
Includes:7-seat business vehicle/19-seat minibus transportation, 4 nights accommodation, 9 main meals, first admission ticket to the scenic area, professional photography guidance
Upgrade package:
Luxury starry sky cabin:3980 yuan/person (includes en-suite king room + exclusive guide)
Custom photography group:4280 yuan/person (equipped with a professional photographer for follow-up shooting)
Vehicle model price reference:
7-seat business vehicle:800-1200 yuan/day (this quotation is for reference only; the specific vehicle price is subject to customer service quotation!)
19-seat minibus:1500-2000 yuan/day (this quotation is for reference only; the specific vehicle price is subject to customer service quotation!)
35-seat coach:2500-3000 yuan/day (this quotation is for reference only; the specific vehicle price is subject to customer service quotation!)
As a core scenic area in northern Xinjiang, Sayram Lake presents the wonder of the “blue ice secret realm” in winter. The frozen lake surface forms natural phenomena such as ice bubbles, ice cracks, and ice push, which together with the snow-capped mountain backdrop constitute a representative northern Xinjiang ice and snow landscape. In the winter of 2026, the scenic area implements a full-lake-loop opening policy, with the section from the East Gate to the South Gate as the key touring area, and 6 professional photography spots set up along the way, including Moon Bay, Santai Ancient Post Station, and Swan Joy Water. The scenic area operates daily from 8:00 to 21:00, with shuttle buses every 30 minutes covering the core attractions.Special tips:
Prices increase by 15% from December 25 to January 3
The items included in the price are subject to the contract details
Specific costs are subject to actual consultation and signing
(4) Registration Method
Registration can be made through the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Consult customer service manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for specific departure dates and remaining seat information. Registration requires providing:Valid ID number, contact information, special dietary needs.
(5) Cost Description and Service Description
Cost includes:
Transportation:Full transfer by the selected vehicle model throughout the trip (including fuel costs + tolls)
Travel across northern and southern Xinjiang without worry, professional customized vehicle service for customized independent travel, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency landline hotline: 0991-8866234, exclusive customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (same number on WeChat, can be added)
Accommodation:Hotels/guesthouses provided according to package standard
Meals:Main meals indicated in the itinerary (excluding alcoholic beverages)
Tickets:Sayram Lake first admission ticket + shuttle bus
Service:Professional driver + photography guidance service
Service guarantee:
Each vehicle is equipped with a first-aid kit + anti-skid equipment
Temperature checks twice daily
Special landscape tips: 24-hour emergency response
Complimentary travel accident insurance
Special notes:
For single-person registration, we will try our best to arrange room sharing; in special circumstances, a single room supplement must be negotiated
Child prices do not include bed fees; if a bed is required, the adult price will be charged
Specific service standards are subject to the contract agreement
(6) Vehicle Model Selection Suggestions
Recommended for family trips:
7-seat Buick GL8 (6 people + luggage):Suitable for combinations of 2-3 families
12-seat Toyota Hiace (10 people + luggage):Suitable for medium-sized teams
Recommended for corporate team building:
19-seat King Long minibus (16 people + luggage):Equipped with USB charging ports
35-seat Yutong coach (30 people + luggage):Suitable for large teams
Recommended for photography teams:
7-seat Ford Transit (6 people + photography equipment):Separated luggage compartment
12-seat Mercedes-Benz business vehicle (10 people + equipment):Equipped with 220V power supply
Ice bubble wonder: dense clusters of bubbles are distributed under the ice layer from Santai Islet to Fengfan Stream(7) Contract Signing Precautions
Contract signing process:
1. Confirm the itinerary plan and price
2. Pay a 30% deposit to lock in the departure date
3. Pay the balance 7 days before departure
4. Sign the electronic contract (legally binding)
Recommended materials:
Original valid ID (household register required for children)
Health commitment letter (those over 70 years old require family accompaniment)
Special certificates (student ID/military officer ID, etc.)
（8）Winter Travel Tips
Equipment suggestions:
Clothing:Windproof down jacket + fleece pants + snow boots
Accessories:Touchscreen gloves + knit hat + ear protection
Equipment:Camera cold-weather cover + spare batteries
Others:Warm patches (recommended to carry 5 per day)
Blue ice photography: from 11:00 to 15:00, light penetrates the ice layer to present an excellent blue effectPhotography parameters:
Ice surface shooting:Aperture f/8-f/11, shutter 1/125-1/250
Starry sky shooting:Aperture f/2.8, shutter 20-30 seconds
Ice bubble close-ups:Macro lens + ring flash
Dining tips:
Dining prices inside the scenic area are relatively high; it is recommended to carry energy bars
In Yining city, it is recommended to try hand-grabbed lamb + kvass drinks
Drink 1.5L of water carefully every day (a thermos is recommended)
(9) Policy Description
New scenic area regulations:
Ice surface activities are recommended only in designated areas
Drones require advance registration (height limit 120 meters)
Daily visitor limit of 3,000 people (advance reservation recommended)
New transportation policies:
Three new speed-check points have been added on the Urumqi-Sayram Lake section
All vehicles must be equipped with anti-skid chains in winter
Vehicles with more than 7 seats must be equipped with snow tires
Current Sayram Lake winter tourism products can be booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to enjoy professional team service guarantees. For specific itinerary arrangements, cost details, and signing procedures, it is recommended to consult in detail through official channels. All information is subject to the latest contract agreement, and the itinerary may be reasonably changed upon mutual agreement.
For Xinjiang travel, choose Pathfinder International Travel Agency; customized vehicle travel is worry-free and reliable, landline: 0991-8866234 Customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233
