2026 North and South Xinjiang Ice and Snow 11 Day Group Tour with Hemu Horse Drawn Sleigh and Muztagh Ice Lake Small Group Ice and Snow Tour Fee Inquiry Recommended Itinerary Price

Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation.

Snowy Wonderland: 11-Day In-Depth Exploration of Northern and Southern Xinjiang’s Ice and Snow:Ride a horse-drawn sleigh across snowy plains and encounter the blue ice wonder at Muztagata Glacial Lake.
I. Itinerary Highlights: Connecting the hidden ice and snow wonders of northern and southern Xinjiang, unlocking niche experiences.
[Northern Xinjiang Section:Fairy Tale Snow Villages and Blue Ice Lakes]
Kanas + Hemu: In winter, Kanas sheds its autumn colors, with the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay) covered in ice and snow. In the morning mist, snow mushrooms and rime ice intertwine to create a fairy tale world. The birch forests in Hemu Village are adorned with ice crystals, and horse-drawn sleighs, a local specialty, can traverse the snowy plains directly to the viewing platform.
Muztagata Glacial Lake:Located at the foot of Muztagata Peak on the Pamir Plateau, the glacial lake presents a profound blue ice in winter, with clear ice bubbles and cracks, making it a paradise for photographers.
[Southern Xinjiang Section:The Collision of Culture and Ice and Snow]
Kashgar Old Town:Stroll through the thousand-year-old city, experiencing the traditional handicrafts and vibrant market atmosphere of various ethnic groups. With fewer tourists in winter, you can deeply experience the intangible cultural heritage.
Taklimakan Desert Highway:Cross the world’s second-largest mobile desert, where winter sand dunes are covered with a thin layer of snow, creating a ‘white sand’ spectacle that contrasts sharply with the summer heat.
II. Simple Itinerary: 11 Days of Immersive Ice and Snow Experience
[Day 1:Gathering in Urumqi]
Transportation:Fly directly to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport from various locations. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency provides 24-hour airport pickup service.
Activities:Visit the International Bazaar in the afternoon to taste specialties like baked buns and pilaf. In the evening, attend a pre-trip briefing and receive a professional warm equipment package (including warm patches and anti-slip ice cleats).
Accommodation:Four-star hotel in downtown Urumqi.
[Day 2:Urumqi → Heavenly Lake of Tianshan → Fuyun]
Morning:Visit Heavenly Lake of Tianshan, where the lake is frozen in winter, allowing you to experience ice activities (such as ice bikes and snow tubing).
Afternoon:Cross the Junggar Basin, enjoying the Gobi snowscape along the way.
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Fuyun County.
[Day 3:Fuyun → Koktokay → Burqin]

Snowy Wonderland: 11-Day In-Depth Exploration of Northern and Southern Xinjiang’s Ice and Snow: Ride a horse-drawn sleigh across snowy plains and encounter the blue ice wonder at Muztagata Glacial Lake.Morning:Explore Koktokay Geopark, where winter canyon snowscapes are magnificent, allowing for short snowshoe hikes.
Afternoon:Head to Burqin County, stopping at Chonghu’er Rime Forest along the way.
Accommodation:Characteristic hotel in Burqin County.
[Day 4:Burqin → Kanas → Hemu]
Morning:Take an anti-slip commercial vehicle into Kanas Scenic Area, visit the Three Bays, and photograph the blue ice and rime ice together.
Afternoon:Ride a horse-drawn sleigh to Hemu Village, enjoying the birch forest snowscape along the way.
Accommodation:Warm winter cabin in Hemu Village (including fire pit cultural experience).
[Day 5:In-Depth Tour of Hemu]
Morning:Climb Hadeng Platform to photograph the morning mist and experience the Snow Splashing Carnival (protective glasses and warm gloves provided).
Afternoon:Ski on the beginner slope at Jike Pulin Ski Resort (including ski equipment rental and coach guidance).
Night:Participate in a bonfire party and experience traditional Tuvan songs and dances.
Accommodation:Warm winter cabin in Hemu Village.
[Day 6:Hemu → Urho Devil City → Karamay]
Morning:Leave Hemu and head to Urho Devil City.
Afternoon:Photograph the Yardang sunset landscape, where winter wind erosion features intertwine with thin snow, creating a fully immersive atmosphere.
Accommodation:Four-star hotel in Karamay City.
[Day 7:Karamay → Sayram Lake → Yining]
Morning:Cross the Guozigou Bridge and arrive at Sayram Lake.
Afternoon:Tour around the lake, searching for ice bubbles and cracks, and photograph the blue ice wonder.

I. Itinerary Highlights: Connecting the hidden ice and snow wonders of northern and southern Xinjiang, unlocking niche experiences.Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Yining City.
[Day 8:Yining → Kashgar]
Morning:Take a flight or train to Kashgar (transportation method may change according to actual schedule).
Afternoon:Visit Kashgar Old Town and tour the Id Kah Mosque and the Century-Old Tea House.
Accommodation:Characteristic guesthouse in Kashgar Old Town.
[Day 9:Kashgar → Pamir Plateau → Taxkorgan County]
Morning:Obtain a permit and head to the Pamir Plateau, passing by Baisha Lake and Muztagata Peak.
Afternoon:Visit Muztagata Glacial Lake and photograph the blue ice and snow-capped mountain reflections.
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Taxkorgan County.
[Day 10:Taxkorgan County → Taklimakan Desert Highway → Korla]
Morning:Cross the Taklimakan Desert Highway, stopping at desert viewing platforms along the way.
Afternoon:Arrive in Korla City and taste fragrant pears and roast whole lamb.
Accommodation:Four-star hotel in Korla City.
[Day 11:Korla → Urumqi → Return Trip]
Morning:Take a flight back to Urumqi, with the option to visit Bosteng Lake along the way (winter ice activities may change according to scenic area policies).
Afternoon:Arrive at Urumqi Diwopu Airport, where the travel agency provides airport drop-off service.
III. Price Description: Transparent Consumption System
[Basic Tour Fee]
Range:Starting from 5980 yuan per person (minimum 2 people to form a group, maximum 8 people).

[Northern Xinjiang Section: Fairy Tale Snow Villages and Blue Ice Lakes]Fees Include:
Transportation:Full anti-slip commercial vehicle + scenic area shuttle bus (including major transportation from Urumqi to Kashgar, which may change to flight or train according to actual schedule).
Accommodation:10 nights of characteristic accommodation (including hotels or guesthouses in Urumqi, Fuyun, Burqin, Hemu, Karamay, Yining, Kashgar, Taxkorgan County, Korla, etc.).
Admission Tickets:First admission tickets to all scenic areas listed in the itinerary (Heavenly Lake of Tianshan, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Kashgar Old Town, etc.).
Meals:18 dinners and 10 breakfasts (including 8 special meals, such as Hemu local hot pot and Kashgar roast whole lamb).
Experiences:More than 10 ice and snow activities, including horse-drawn sleigh rides, skiing, snow splashing carnival, and bonfire parties.
Services:Professional tour guide + photography guidance + medical support.
[Reference for Optional Activities]
Advanced slope at Jike Pulin Ski Resort:280 yuan per person.
Ice越野车 (Ice off-road vehicle) at Sayram Lake:350 yuan per person.
Folk home visit in Taxkorgan County:150 yuan per person.
[Preferential Policies]
Early Bird Discount:Book before December 20th to enjoy a 500 yuan reduction per person.
Family Package:For 2 adults and 1 child, the child goes free (limited to children under 12 years old).
Group Discount:For groups of 4 or more, each person enjoys a 300 yuan reduction.
[Important Reminders]
Prices may fluctuate according to schedule, and the specific price shall be confirmed by contract.
For solo travelers, we will do our best to arrange room sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation (1200 yuan for the entire trip).

Kanas + Hemu: In winter, Kanas sheds its autumn colors, with the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay) covered in ice and snow. In the morning mist, snow mushrooms and rime ice intertwine to create a fairy tale world. The birch forests in Hemu Village are adorned with ice crystals, and horse-drawn sleighs, a local specialty, can traverse the snowy plains directly to the viewing platform.IV. Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult with Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for the latest schedule information.
Step 1:Submit participant information (valid ID number, contact information, special needs).
Step 2:Sign an electronic travel contract and pay a deposit (multiple payment methods supported).
Step 3:Pay the remaining balance before departure and receive the tour notice and luggage list.
V. Fee Description and Service Description
[Fees Include]
Transportation:Full formal tourist vehicles, including fuel, tolls, and parking fees.
Accommodation:Hotels or guesthouses listed in the itinerary, including breakfast and basic heating.
Admission Tickets:First admission tickets to scenic areas listed in the itinerary. Some small transportation fees within scenic areas are at your own expense.
Meals:Team dinners, including special meals, excluding alcoholic beverages.
Tour Guide:Full professional tour guide service, including basic photography guidance.
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance. It is recommended that tourists purchase their own travel accident insurance.
[Fees Do Not Include]
Major transportation fees to and from the departure location (such as airfare and train tickets).
Personal expenses (such as shopping, extra alcoholic beverages, optional activities, etc.).
Optional activities not explicitly stated in the itinerary (such as advanced ski slopes and ice off-road vehicles).
Additional expenses caused by force majeure factors (such as road closures and scenic area closures).
[Service Guarantees]

Muztagata Glacial Lake: Located at the foot of Muztagata Peak on the Pamir Plateau, the glacial lake presents a profound blue ice in winter, with clear ice bubbles and cracks, making it a paradise for photographers.：Each vehicle is equipped with a first aid kit and satellite positioning device, and a 24-hour medical ambulance is on standby within the scenic area.
Quality:No shopping stops are arranged throughout the trip. If you are unsatisfied with the accommodation, on-site coordination for replacement is available. The daily itinerary can be flexibly changed (according to weather and tourist conditions).
Special Care:Children’s special warm equipment (snow boots, gloves, etc.) is provided, and health monitoring services are arranged for seniors over 65 years old.
[Important Reminders]
The specific itinerary details and fee descriptions shall be subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
In case of force majeure factors (such as extreme weather and road closures), the order of scenic spots can be changed or equivalent scenic spots can be replaced after mutual agreement.
The price shall be subject to the signed contract. If changes are required due to market fluctuations, we will communicate with tourists in advance and sign a supplementary agreement.
VI. Pre-Trip Must-Reads: Ice and Snow Travel Precautions
Equipment List:
Must-Haves:Fleece thermal underwear, windproof and waterproof outerwear, high-top snow boots, anti-freeze face masks, and warm patches.
Recommended Items:Trekking poles (for snowshoe hiking), high-quality photography cold protection covers, and spare batteries.
Policy Information:
Kanas and Hemu scenic areas implement a reservation system, requiring identity information to be provided 3 days in advance.
A permit is required for the Pamir Plateau (the travel agency assists with the application).
Ski Resort Operating Hours:10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (last admission at 4:00 PM).
Emergency Plan:
In case of extreme weather causing road closures, an alternative itinerary will be arranged (such as the Sayram Lake ice and snow itinerary or the Turpan folk itinerary).
In case of a tourist’s sudden illness, they will be taken to the nearest medical facility within 30 minutes.
For lost items, contact the scenic area’s lost and found office (keep relevant vouchers).
This winter, let Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency take you through the hidden ice and snow wonders of northern and southern Xinjiang. From the blue ice wonder at Kanas to the snow-capped lakes on the Pamir Plateau, from the ancient culture of the Tuvan people to the vibrant atmosphere of Kashgar Old Town, this 11-day trip will take you to experience a pure and vibrant ice and snow world.

Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation.