Winter Xinjiang Small Group Chartered Car Tour Urumqi Arrival Itinerary How to Arrange More Reasonably
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Winter Xinjiang Ice and Snow Adventure:Urumqi Arrival Small Group Customized Vehicle In-Depth Tour Full Guide✨
I. Route Highlights: A Northern Xinjiang Scroll Where Ice and Snow Secrets Interweave with Culture
[Kanas Lake Ice and Snow Kingdom]🏔️
In winter, parts of Kanas Lake freeze over, forming a fantastical blue-and-white world together with the surrounding snow forests. The Fish Viewing Platform offers a panoramic view, and the rime ice scenery at the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay) is absolutely stunning. In 2026 the scenic area implements a through-ticket system that includes shuttle bus connection service; visitors need to transfer to eco-friendly buses to enter the core area.
[Hemu Village Fairy-Tale Wooden Cabins]🛖
The traditional Tuvan village is covered in white snow, and the wooden cabins in the morning mist look like a fairy-tale scene. You can experience horse-drawn sled rides, snow hiking, or go to the Harden Platform to photograph the sunrise. Homestays in the scenic area are equipped with underfloor heating, offering excellent comfort for winter stays.
[General Mountain Ski Resort Exciting Night Skiing]🎿
As a well-known ski resort in Northern Xinjiang, it opens 16 ski runs in winter 2026, covering beginner to advanced slopes and suitable for skiers of different levels. Night skiing hours are 16:00-22:30, with illuminated slopes accompanied by the starry sky for a unique experience. The resort offers ski equipment rental, and helmets are free to use (a 500 yuan deposit is required).
[Tianshan Tianchi Ice and Snow Wonderland]❄️
About 70 kilometers from downtown Urumqi, parts of the lake freeze in winter, and the surrounding snow mountains are reflected on the lake surface. You can take the Mayashan cableway up to overlook the panoramic view of Bogda Peak, or walk along the Feilongtan Waterfall trail to feel the refreshing mist on your face.
Winter Xinjiang Ice and Snow Adventure: Urumqi Arrival Small Group Customized Vehicle In-Depth Tour Full Guide✨II. Simple Itinerary: 7 Days 6 Nights Ice and Snow Loop (Starting and Ending in Urumqi)
[Day1:First Experience of Urumqi]
Afternoon:Arrive at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, with private car airport pickup and check-in at a downtown hotel (a four-star hotel is recommended for convenient transportation).
Evening:Free time; we recommend visiting the International Grand Bazaar to taste roasted samsa and hand-grabbed rice and experience the culinary culture of the Western Regions.
[Day2:Urumqi→Tianshan Tianchi→Fuyun]
Morning:Drive to Tianshan Tianchi (about 1.5 hours by car) and visit the main lake area and the Mayashan cableway.
Afternoon:Travel along the S21 Desert Highway to Fuyun County, enjoying the snowy Gobi scenery along the way.
Evening:Check in at a hotel in Fuyun County and rest to adjust to the time difference.
[Day3:Fuyun→Keketuohai→Burqin]
Morning:Visit Keketuohai National Geopark and admire the canyon and golden birch forests.
I. Route Highlights: A Northern Xinjiang Scroll Where Ice and Snow Secrets Interweave with CultureAfternoon:Drive to Burqin County (about 5 hours by car), stopping at Ulungur Lake along the way to photograph the winter lake scenery.
Evening:Stroll through the Burqin Sino-Russian Old Street Style Park and taste a cold-water fish banquet.
[Day4:Burqin→Kanas→Hemu]
Morning:Drive to the Kanas scenic area (about 3 hours by car) and transfer to the shuttle bus to visit the Three Bays.
Afternoon:Head to Hemu Village (about 1.5 hours by car) and check in at a wooden cabin homestay in the scenic area.
Evening:Experience tea brewing around the stove and photograph the starry sky.
[Day5:Hemu In-Depth Tour]
Early morning:Climb the Harden Platform to photograph the Hemu sunrise and overlook the snow-covered village.
Morning:Experience a horse-drawn sled ride to Meili Peak and photograph the snow scenery.
Afternoon:Free time; optional snowmobile or snow drifting.
[Kanas Lake Ice and Snow Kingdom]🏔️Evening:Return to Hemu Village and photograph the sunset.
[Day6:Hemu→General Mountain Ski Resort→Altay]
Morning:Drive to Altay City (about 4 hours by car), enjoying the snow scenery of the Altai Mountains along the way.
Afternoon:Pick up ski equipment and get used to the slopes; an instructor is optional (at your own expense).
Evening:Experience night skiing and feel the unique charm of the illuminated slopes.
[Day7:Altay→Urumqi Return Trip]
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Morning:Return according to flight/train time; along the way you can stop to pick naturally grown strawberries (recommended when ripe from late June to early July; this activity is not available in winter).
Afternoon:Arrive in Urumqi and end the itinerary.
III. Price Description: Transparent Cost Sharing Is More Cost-Effective
[Customized Vehicle Fees]🚗
In winter, parts of Kanas Lake freeze over, forming a fantastical blue-and-white world together with the surrounding snow forests. The Fish Viewing Platform offers a panoramic view, and the rime ice scenery at the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay) is absolutely stunning. In 2026 the scenic area implements a through-ticket system that includes shuttle bus connection service; visitors need to transfer to eco-friendly buses to enter the core area.7-seat business vehicle (such as Maxus G10):About 8,000-12,000 yuan/vehicle (including driver, fuel, tolls)
15-seat minibus:About 12,000-18,000 yuan/vehicle (including driver, fuel, tolls)
55-seat coach:About 35,000-48,000 yuan/vehicle (including driver, fuel, tolls)
These quotations are all reference vehicle prices; the specific vehicle price is subject to the customer service quotation!
[Scenic Area Ticket Reference]🎫
Kanas + Hemu winter through ticket:About 600 yuan/person (including shuttle bus)
General Mountain Ski Resort night ski ticket:About 300 yuan/person (including ski equipment rental)
Tianshan Tianchi ticket + shuttle bus:About 155 yuan/person
Keketuohai scenic area ticket:About 126 yuan/person (including shuttle bus)
Visitors of all ethnic groups can enjoy discounts with valid identification; specifics are subject to scenic area policies.
[Hemu Village Fairy-Tale Wooden Cabins]🛖[Accommodation Fee Reference]🏨
Economy hotel in Altay City:About 200-400 yuan/night
Homestay in Kanas scenic area:About 400-800 yuan/night (peak season)
Wooden cabin homestay in Hemu Village:About 500-1,000 yuan/night (including underfloor heating)
Prices may fluctuate with departure dates; the signed contract shall prevail.
IV. How to Register
You can register through the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency by providing your name, contact information, and number of travelers; customer service will assist in planning the itinerary and confirm remaining seats.
V. Fee Description and Service Description
Fees include:Vehicle usage fee, driver service fee, basic insurance, fuel and tolls.
Fees do not include:Scenic area tickets, shuttle bus tickets, accommodation, meals, personal expenses, and driver meal and accommodation allowance (about 150-200 yuan/day/person, to be borne by travelers).
The traditional Tuvan village is covered in white snow, and the wooden cabins in the morning mist look like a fairy-tale scene. You can experience horse-drawn sled rides, snow hiking, or go to the Harden Platform to photograph the sunrise. Homestays in the scenic area are equipped with underfloor heating, offering excellent comfort for winter stays.The itinerary can be reasonably changed upon mutual agreement based on weather, road conditions, and other factors.
For single-person registrations, we will do our best to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation.
Before skiing, you need to purchase accident insurance and follow the ski resort rules.
Specifics are subject to actual consultation and signing.
VI. Practical Tips
Clothing and Equipment:Waterproof down jacket, fleece-lined sweatshirt, thermal pants, snow boots, thick socks, wool hat, scarf, gloves; for accessories, it is recommended to bring heat packs, a thermos, a power bank, sunglasses/ski goggles, and sunscreen.
Document Preparation:Bring valid identification and discount documents (student/senior/military officer certificates).
Cultural Respect:When visiting Tuvan wooden cabins, take off your shoes before entering, do not touch prayer flags, and obtain consent before communicating with local residents.
Photography Suggestions:Use a wide-angle lens to photograph grasslands and lakes, and a telephoto lens to capture naturally growing animals; for photographing the Hemu Village sunrise, a tripod is recommended.
Tips:Mountain areas in Northern Xinjiang have large temperature differences between day and night, so bring a windproof jacket; most areas in the scenic region are ecological protection zones, so follow environmental protection regulations and do not litter.
Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service manager Zhang Jing for the latest 2026 departure dates and remaining seat information. The prices and itinerary information shown are for reference only; actual fees and itinerary details are subject to the contract signed by both parties. This winter, let Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency take you on a Northern Xinjiang journey where ice and snow interweave with culture!
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