Winter Xinjiang Small Group Tour Booking Deposit Amount, Payment Methods and Refund Policy
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Starting with an icon✨【Winter Xinjiang Premium Small Group:Unlock an in-depth experience of the ice and snow secret realm】✨
In winter, Xinjiang sheds its autumn colors and puts on a silvery coat of ice and snow, becoming a popular destination for photography enthusiasts, outdoor sports groups, and family trips. From the blue ice lake surface of Kanas to the fairy-tale wooden cabins of Hemu, from the ancient culture of the Tuva people to the exciting collision of modern ski resorts, this land is welcoming visitors from all directions with a pure ice and snow world. This article will introduce in detail the route design, itinerary arrangements, cost breakdown, and registration methods of winter Xinjiang premium small groups, helping you start a worry-free and reassuring ice and snow journey.
I. Detailed introduction to routes or destinations
【Northern Xinjiang Ice and Snow Core Area】
Kanas:In winter, Kanas Lake freezes into transparent blue ice, and the lake surface glows with a cold blue light, forming a natural painting with the surrounding rime and snow mushrooms. Visitors can climb the Fish Watching Platform to overlook the panorama, or stroll through the lakeside forest to feel the tranquility and grandeur of the birthplace of the “lake monster legend.”
Hemu Village:An original village inhabited by the Tuva people, with fluffy snow mushrooms piled on the roofs of the wooden cabins. Morning mist and starry skies are a paradise for photography enthusiasts. Visitors can ride horse-drawn sledges through the birch forest, or join the snow-splashing carnival to experience the joyful winter atmosphere of Northern Xinjiang.
Baihaba Village:Located on the China-Kazakhstan border, the “First Village in the Northwest” is covered in silver in winter. After obtaining a border pass, visitors can go there and participate in snowfield sheep-grabbing competitions, experiencing the boldness and enthusiasm of the Tuva people.
General Mountain Ski Resort:Located in Altay City, the ski slopes pour down from the mountain top like silver silk, suitable for ski beginners and advanced players. The ski resort provides ski equipment rental and instructor guidance, allowing visitors to enjoy speed and passion.
【Southern Xinjiang Cultural and Natural Interwoven Area】
Kashgar Old City:A thousand-year-old city upgraded into a “museum without walls.” Id Kah Square, century-old teahouses, and craftsmen streets are open for free, with two city-opening ceremonies daily showcasing the traditional handicrafts and food culture of various ethnic groups.
Starting with an icon✨【Winter Xinjiang Premium Small Group: Unlock an in-depth experience of the ice and snow secret realm】✨Pamir Plateau:Magnificent snow mountains such as Muztagh Ata and Kongur Tiube surround plateau lakes such as White Sand Lake and Karakul Lake. In winter, the lake water presents a Tiffany blue, making it an excellent location for shooting spectacular landscape photos.
Taklamakan Desert:China’s largest desert. In winter, the entire desert highway is paved, with viewing platforms along the way, where you can photograph the magnificent juxtaposition of the desert and populus euphratica forests and experience the unique landscape of the desert hinterland.
II. Simple itinerary (taking the 6-day ice and snow exploration plan in Northern Xinjiang as an example)
Day 1:Gathering in Urumqi · First ice and snow experience
Transportation:Direct flights from various places to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency provides 24-hour airport pickup service.
Activities:In the afternoon, visit the International Grand Bazaar and taste specialties such as baked buns and hand-grabbed rice; in the evening, attend the pre-departure briefing and receive a professional warm equipment package (including warm patches, anti-slip crampons, etc.).
Accommodation:Four-star hotel in downtown Urumqi.
Day 2:Cross the snowfield · Direct to Kanas
Transportation:Travel throughout by a 7-seat business vehicle equipped with anti-skid chains, enjoying the snow scenery of the Altay Mountains along the way.
Core experience:Arrive at Jiadengyu at 12:00 and transfer to a snowmobile to cross the primeval forest; at 14:30 visit the three bays of Kanas (Fairy Bay morning mist, Moon Bay S-shaped ice river, Wolong Bay frozen riverbed); at 18:00 check in at a characteristic wooden cabin in the Kanas scenic area and experience the traditional fire pit culture of the Tuva people.
In winter, Xinjiang sheds its autumn colors and puts on a silvery coat of ice and snow, becoming a popular destination for photography enthusiasts, outdoor sports groups, and family trips. From the blue ice lake surface of Kanas to the fairy-tale wooden cabins of Hemu, from the ancient culture of the Tuva people to the exciting collision of modern ski resorts, this land is welcoming visitors from all directions with a pure ice and snow world. This article will introduce in detail the route design, itinerary arrangements, cost breakdown, and registration methods of winter Xinjiang premium small groups, helping you start a worry-free and reassuring ice and snow journey.Dining:Includes a Hemu local hot pot dinner, paired with mare’s milk wine to warm up.
Day 3:Ice and snow wonderland · In-depth exploration
Morning:At 09:00 climb the Fish Watching Platform to overlook the panorama of Kanas Lake and photograph the blue ice and rime together; at 11:00 experience a snowfield crossing project (equipped with professional guides and satellite communication equipment).
Afternoon:At 14:00 participate in Tuva folk interaction (learn to make fur skis and watch horse racing performances); at 17:00 join the ice and snow photography contest in the scenic area (the travel agency provides free prop rental).
Night tour:Stargazing at Fairy Bay (equipped with professional telescopes and photography guidance).
Day 4:Hemu secret realm · Fairy-tale village
Morning:At 08:00 take a horse-drawn sledge to Hemu Village, enjoying the birch forest snow scenery along the way; at 10:30 check in at internet-famous photo spots such as Hemu Bridge and Beautiful Peak.
Afternoon:At 14:00 experience the beginner slope of Jikepulin Ski Resort (including ski equipment rental and instructor guidance); at 16:00 join the snow-splashing carnival (the travel agency provides protective goggles and warm gloves).
Night:Stay in a Hemu wooden cabin and join a bonfire party and starry sky storytelling session.
Day 5:Baihaba border · Ice and snow culture tour
I. Detailed introduction to routes or destinationsMorning:At 09:00, after obtaining the border pass, head to Baihaba Village.
Afternoon:At 15:00 participate in a snowfield sheep-grabbing competition (visitors can experience riding horses).
Dining:Includes Tuva-style meals (hand-grabbed lamb, baursak, etc.).
Day 6:Return to Urumqi · Ice and snow memories
Morning:At 08:00 take the vehicle back to Burqin County, stopping at Wucaitan along the way to photograph the ice and snow yardang landform; at 12:00 enjoy a special lunch of Xinjiang big plate chicken.
Afternoon:Arrive at Urumqi Diwopu Airport at 14:00; the travel agency provides airport drop-off service.
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III. Price explanation
【Northern Xinjiang Ice and Snow Route】
Basic tour fee: from 3280 yuan/person (minimum 2 people to form a group, maximum 6 people). This price includes transportation (anti-skid business vehicle throughout + scenic area shuttle bus), accommodation (5 nights of characteristic accommodation, including Kanas/Hemu wooden cabins), tickets (first admission tickets for Kanas, Hemu, and Baihaba), meals (8 main meals and 5 breakfasts, including 3 special meals), experiences (8 ice and snow projects such as snowmobiles and horse-drawn sledges), and services (professional guide + photography guidance + medical support).
Reference for optional paid items:Jikepulin Ski Resort high-end slope 280 yuan/person; snowfield drone aerial photography 300 yuan/time.
【Northern Xinjiang Ice and Snow Core Area】Discount explanation:Book before December 20 to enjoy an early bird discount (300 yuan/person off); family package (2 adults and 1 child registered, child free, limited to under 12 years old).
Prices may fluctuate with departure dates; the specific price is subject to contract confirmation.
【Southern Xinjiang Culture and Nature Route】
7-seat business vehicle (2-6 people): low season (November-April of the following year) 1100-1300 yuan/day; shoulder season (May, October) 1300-1500 yuan/day; peak season (June-September) 1500-1800 yuan/day. These quotations are all reference vehicle prices; the specific vehicle price is subject to customer service quotation!
17-20-seat Toyota Coaster (12-18 people):Low season 2800-3500 yuan/day; peak season 3500-4500 yuan/day. These quotations are all reference vehicle prices; the specific vehicle price is subject to customer service quotation!
33-38-seat large bus (team of about 30 people):Low season 2500-3500 yuan/day; peak season 3500-4500 yuan/day. These quotations are all reference vehicle prices; the specific vehicle price is subject to customer service quotation!
Included in the fee:Vehicle usage fee, driver service fee, fuel fee, toll fee, parking fee, basic insurance (carrier liability insurance ≥ 5 million).
Not included in the fee:Optional paid items such as scenic area tickets, shuttle buses, and cruise ships; main meal costs (shared AA meals or self-arranged); driver meal and accommodation subsidy (usually borne by guests, meal standard 80-120 yuan/day, standard room accommodation same as guests or subsidy 150-200 yuan/day); personal travel accident insurance (recommended to purchase yourself, about 30-50 yuan/day).
IV. Registration method
You can register through the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. After providing information such as the number of travelers, dates, and preferences, the customer service manager will customize a plan for you based on departure availability and resources, and send an electronic customized vehicle agreement clarifying the vehicle model, driver information, cost composition, service scope, and liability clauses.
Kanas: In winter, Kanas Lake freezes into transparent blue ice, and the lake surface glows with a cold blue light, forming a natural painting with the surrounding rime and snow mushrooms. Visitors can climb the Fish Watching Platform to overlook the panorama, or stroll through the lakeside forest to feel the tranquility and grandeur of the birthplace of the “lake monster legend.”V. Fee explanation and service explanation
Deposit payment:The deposit amount varies depending on the room type, usually 30%-50% of the total cost; the specific proportion is subject to negotiation. The deposit must be transferred to the travel agency’s corporate account, and an electronic receipt can be obtained within 1 hour after payment.
Payment methods:Corporate payment methods such as bank transfer are supported. Large tour payments to private accounts are refused to protect funds as much as possible.
Service guarantee:
Each vehicle is equipped with a first-aid kit and satellite positioning equipment. A 24-hour medical ambulance is on standby in the scenic area, and the guide holds a Red Cross first-aid certificate.
No shopping stores are arranged throughout the trip. If you are not satisfied with the accommodation, on-site coordination for replacement is possible. The daily itinerary can be flexibly changed (according to weather and tourist conditions).
For single-person registration, our agency will try its best to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation (if a single room is needed, a room supplement of 600 yuan/full trip is required); special warm equipment for children is provided (snow boots, gloves, etc.); health monitoring services are arranged for elderly people over 65 years old.
Refund policy:According to the provisions of the Tourism Law, if the itinerary is canceled due to the travel agency, the deposit must be fully refunded; if canceled due to personal reasons of the tourist, corresponding responsibility shall be borne according to the contract. The specific terms are subject to the itinerary/contract.
VI. Must-read before departure: Notes for ice and snow travel
Equipment list:
Hemu Village: An original village inhabited by the Tuva people, with fluffy snow mushrooms piled on the roofs of the wooden cabins. Morning mist and starry skies are a paradise for photography enthusiasts. Visitors can ride horse-drawn sledges through the birch forest, or join the snow-splashing carnival to experience the joyful winter atmosphere of Northern Xinjiang.Must bring:Fleece-lined thermal underwear, windproof and waterproof jacket, high-top snow boots.
Recommended to bring:Touch-screen gloves, goggles, thermos (hot water is provided in the scenic area).
Prohibited to bring:Ordinary leather shoes, single-layer jeans, metal-framed glasses.
Policy notice:
The Kanas scenic area implements a reservation system, and identity information must be provided 3 days in advance.
Baihaba Village requires a border pass (the travel agency assists with the application).
Ski resort opening hours:10:00-17:00 (last entry at 16:00).
Emergency plan:
If roads are closed due to extreme weather, the itinerary will be changed to the Sayram Lake ice and snow itinerary.
If a tourist suddenly becomes ill, they will be sent to the nearest medical institution within 30 minutes.
For lost items, you can contact the scenic area lost and found office (keep relevant receipts).
Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service manager Zhang Jing to start your exclusive ice and snow romance! The specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing.
Xinjiang tourism customized vehicle travel is worry-free and reliable. Landline: 0991-8866234. Customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233
