Upon arrival at Urumqi Airport, an excellent local tour guide will greet you with a sign. You will transfer in a 7-seater GMC Business Van (4WD, safe on snow and ice) to Urumqi Wanda Vista Hotel (20 km, approx. 30 minutes) for check-in and rest. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner featuring Uyghur flavors, marking the start of your Xinjiang adventure.

Hotel: Urumqi Wanda Vista Hotel, 567 Xuanwu Lake Road, Urumqi Station / Economic Development Zone
Room: Warm Parent-Child King Bed Room (~40 m²), 6th–7th floors, 1 extra-large bed (2.03 m) + 1 single bed (1.2 m)
VIP Privileges: Welcome fruit upon check-in
Recommended: Adjacent to Wanda Plaza with dining, shopping, and entertainment; convenient transportation access

After breakfast at the hotel, drive from Jinghe to Lake Sayram (approx. 130 km/2 hours) with VIP car access. In winter, the frozen lake surface resembles a massive sapphire, with ice bubbles forming delicate “ice flowers.” Sunlight reflects off the dark blue and silver patterns, revealing the transparency of broken ice and the intricate beauty of the frozen lake. Snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and the azure waters create one of Xinjiang’s most breathtaking landscapes. As the cold wind sweeps the northern Tianshan foothills, Sayram Lake transforms into a secret realm of blue ice, shimmering with golden-red hues under the setting sun.

Breakfast: Hotel Breakfast
Scenic Spot: Sayram Lake 5A, Next to National Highway 30, Bole City, Bortala Mongol Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang
Hotel: Elaine·Yilai Resort Hotel at Sayram Lake, Building 1, Jinghai Road, Sailimu Lake Scenic Area
Room: Yijing Family Room (~50–55 m²), 2nd–3rd floors, 1 king-size bed (1.81 m) + 1 single bed (1.35 m)
VIP Privileges: Welcome fruit upon check-in
Recommended: Lakeside courtyard-style hotel blending natural elements with modern aesthetics; features bar, book bar, cigar bar, and multi-functional spaces for a rich leisure experience

After breakfast, drive from Sayram Lake to Dushanzi Grand Canyon (approx. 240 km/3 hours). The canyon, carved over hundreds of millions of years, reveals a dramatic panorama of ravines crisscrossing like giant claw marks. Standing on the cliff edge, a bottomless valley stretches below, accompanied by the howling wind that seems to echo the heartbeat of the earth. Visit the zero-kilometer mark of Duku Highway, the legendary road linking southern and northern Xinjiang, and feel the historical stories embedded in this heroic path. In winter, snow transforms the canyon into a frozen epic, with glistening rock walls and silver-veined valleys.

Breakfast: Hotel Breakfast
Scenic Spot: Dushanzi Grand Canyon 4A, Next to National Highway 217, Dushanzi District, Karamay City
Hotel: Dushanzi Xigema International Hotel, No. 2699-8, Daqing East Road
Room: Smart Parent-Child Room (~42 m²), 5th floor, 1 king-size bed (1.8 m) + 1 single bed (1.3 m)
VIP Privileges: Welcome fruit upon check-in
Recommended: Close to Dushanzi Shopping and Cultural Center and Food Street; modern, intelligent facilities with spacious, comfortable rooms

After breakfast, drive from Dushanzi to Burqin (approx. 520 km/6 hours), crossing the Gobi Desert to reach Wuerhe World Devil City. The wind-eroded landforms cloaked in snow create a silver landscape, with undulating Yadan formations resembling sleeping giants. At sunset, the Danxia landforms glow golden-red, and the wind’s whimpering seems to whisper the legends of the earth. Along the way, snacks and light refreshments are provided to ease the long journey. Admire the giant stone pillars, sandcastles, colossal beasts, and labyrinths sculpted by eons of wind, offering dramatic scenery and film-worthy landscapes.

Breakfast: Hotel Breakfast
Scenic Spot: World Devil City 5A, No. 200 Longji Road, Wuerhe District, Karamay City
Hotel: Burjinbu Guli BGULI Design Resort B&B (Ertix River Branch), Building 3, Bar Street, Yujing Shuian, East of Meilifeng Road
Room: Guli · Parent-Child Time River View Room (~80 m²), 2nd floor, 1 king-size bed (1.51 m) + 1 single bed (1.3 m)
VIP Privileges: Welcome fruit upon check-in
Recommended: Riverside location by Qicai River, light wabi-sabi décor blending simplicity and meaningful aesthetics

After an early breakfast, drive approximately 160 km (2.5 hours) from Burqin to Kanas, the “fairyland on earth,” where blue lakes meet snow-capped mountains. Stroll along the lakeside plank road, listening to the gentle lapping of the water, while rime ice glistens like a fairy, casting colorful halos in the sunlight. In the afternoon, relax in a cozy wooden cabin with hot tea and pastries, letting the aroma of tea, milk, and pine wood blend with the serene winter scenery. Knee-deep snow crunches underfoot, and the forest whispers with the wind, creating a timeless, tranquil winter landscape.

Breakfast: Hotel Breakfast
Refreshments: Kanas Afternoon Tea – Slow Enjoyment in Warm Winter
Scenic Spot: Kanas Scenic Area, 232 Provincial Road, Burqin County, Altay Prefecture
Hotel: Kanas Anyu Hidden World B&B, No. 9 Xiangquan Road, Hanas Village, Hemu Kanas Mongol Ethnic Township
Room: Moon Companion | Courtyard Family Room (~40 m²), 1st floor, 1 extra-large bed (2 m) + 1 double bed (1.35 m)
VIP Privileges: Welcome fruit upon check-in
Recommended: Mountain-surrounded location with wide views, comfortable bedding, and attentive service for a serene stay

After breakfast, drive approximately 100 km (2.5 hours) from Kanas to Hemu Jikepulin Ski Resort. Under the one-on-one guidance of professional coaches, experience the thrill of skiing—from basic stances to smooth glides—through forested snow slopes, with the wind whistling past your ears. When tired, retreat to a cozy wooden cabin in Hemu Village to enjoy a cup of hot milk tea while watching smoke curl from chimneys. The fairy-tale village, surrounded by forests, rivers, and wooden houses, glows like amber under snowflakes, with wild horses trampling frozen rivers and panoramic mountain views all around.

Breakfast: Hotel Breakfast
Refreshments: Hemu Snow House | Afternoon Tea Break
Scenic Spot: Hemu Scenic Area, 7 km east of Hemu Village, Burqin County, Altay Prefecture
Hotel: Hemu Shuporis Hotel, 100 meters east of the drop-off point at Hemu Village entrance
Room: Surprise Family Twin Room (~40–45 m²), 1st–2nd floors, 1 king-size bed (1.8 m) + 1 double bed (1.35 m)
VIP Privileges: Welcome fruit upon check-in
Recommended: Superior location surrounded by Humbas Grassland, fresh air, picturesque scenery, large viewing windows for mountain views by day and starry skies by night

At dawn, witness Hemu Village bathed in pale golden light as cooking smoke weaves with morning mist. Depart for Altay via the scenic Ahe Highway, flanked by snow-capped peaks and primeval forests. Upon arrival, visit the intangible cultural heritage fur ski lodge, where craftsmen guide you through the traditional process of making fur skis—from tightening deer hide to securing it with birch bark—revealing the nomadic wisdom embedded in every step. Guests can also enjoy horseback riding through pine forests or take a horse-drawn sled across the snowfield, experiencing winter in Altay like a local.

Breakfast: Hotel Breakfast
Event: Intangible Cultural Heritage – Fur Ski Making Experience
Hotel: Altay Jiyuhe Hotel, No. 1-116 Wuzhiquan Street, Phase III, Golden River Valley, South District
Room: Family Twin Room (~35 m²), 3rd floor, 1 king-size bed (1.8 m) + 1 single bed (1.3 m)
VIP Privileges: Welcome fruit upon check-in
Recommended: Local nomadic culture-themed hotel with strong ethnic decor and rich exotic ambiance

After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy some free time to explore or relax before your departure. Based on your flight time, a dedicated driver-guide will transfer you to Altay Airport. With cherished winter memories of the journey, you’ll return home, leaving behind the stunning landscapes of Xinjiang.

Breakfast: Hotel Breakfast
Event: Transfer to Altay Airport

Cost Includes:

1. Accommodation: Hotel room as per itinerary, with breakfast included (3 people per room)

2. Transportation: 7-seater GMC commercial vehicle, with amenities and snacks

3. Guide and Driver: Excellent local Chinese-speaking guide + full-time driver

4. Tickets: Entrance tickets for all scenic spots and activities listed in the itinerary (including Lujiaowan, snowmobile, Sayram Lake VIP entry, Dushanzi Grand Canyon, Wuerhe Devil City, Kanas, Hemu skiing and fur ski board-making)

5. Meals: Meals as shown in the itinerary (1 set meal + 2 tea breaks, including Urumqi welcome dinner, Kanas and Hemu afternoon teas)

6. Others: Complimentary domestic travel accident insurance

Costs Not Included:

1. VIP Transportation: Costs for transportation to/from departure location

2. Single Room Supplement: Additional charges for single room requests

3. Self-Arranged Itinerary: Expenses for extending vacations or additional activities

4. Overtime Fees: Charges for any overtime beyond 10 hours

5. Other Expenses: Additional costs due to force majeure events like natural disasters or travel disruptions