Xinjiang Northern Grand Loop 10-Day Winter Tour

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Overview

  • Duration:10 days 9 nights
  • Travelers:15 guests
  • Tour Type:Daily tour, Group tour, Package tour, Private tour
  • Language:English, French, German, Italian
At QgoChina, we design expertly crafted, hassle-free tours that connect you with the true essence of China. Backed by 27 years of local expertise, our journeys cater to every travel style, from 1-to-3-day Quick Escapes in iconic cities like Beijing and Shanghai, to epic 30-day Panoramic Deep Tours that span multiple geographic zones and 5,000 years of civilization.
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Highlights

  • Explore Xinjiang's most iconic winter landscapes: Ulungur Lake, Kanas Three Bays, Hemu Snow Village, Devil City, and Sayram Lake Blue Ice.
  • Enjoy premium private services: English-speaking guide, private driver, comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Experience unique winter adventures: Jiangjun Mountain Skiing, Hemu Star Photography Workshop, Bonfire Party, Blue Ice Exploration, and Snowfield Sunset Picnic.
  • Stay inside scenic areas (Kanas & Hemu) in authentic Tuva wooden cabins, offering an immersive cultural experience.
  • Special privileges: Welcome dinner front-row seats, aerial photography at Sayram Lake, heated tent afternoon tea, VIP access, and more.

Includes/Excludes

  • Hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • English-speaking private guide
  • Private driver + air-conditioned vehicle
  • Welcome dinner + Sayram Lake afternoon tea
  • Entrance tickets to scenic areas & ski resort
  • Experiences: star photography, bonfire party, aerial photos
  • Amenities kit, VIP access, pre-booked tickets
  • Travel agency liability insurance
  • International/domestic air or train tickets
  • China entry visa fees
  • Guide & driver gratuities
  • Optional activities (horse riding, snowmobile, ski rental)
  • Personal expenses, shopping, meals not listed

Cancellation policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Itinerary

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Day 1 — Arrival in Urumqi & Welcome Dinner

Transportation: Private air-conditioned car
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Urumqi hotel

Upon arrival at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, your English-speaking guide and driver will greet you and transfer you to your hotel for rest.

In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner with Xinjiang specialties and a vibrant ethnic dance performance.

Exclusive Privileges:

Front-row seats for the dance show

Complimentary disposable amenities kit upon hotel check-in

Day 2 — Urumqi → S21 Desert Highway → Ulungur Lake → Burqin

Transportation: Private car
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Burqin hotel

After breakfast, head north along the spectacular S21 Desert Highway, now transformed into a snow-covered winter road.

Arrive at Ulungur Lake, completely frozen in winter with sapphire-blue ice perfect for walking and photography.

Continue to Burqin, known for Russian-style architecture and its iconic Kanas Tower Bridge.

Day 3 — Burqin → Kanas Three Bays → Kanas Lake

Transportation: Private car
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Kanas wooden cabin

Explore the famous Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay), sparkling with rime and snow-covered forests. Visit Kanas Lake, China’s deepest glacial moraine lake, surrounded by pristine alpine forest.

In the evening, stay in a cozy wooden cabin inside the scenic area.

 

Day 4 — Kanas → Hemu Village

Transportation: Private car
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hemu wooden cabin

Depart for Hemu Village, known as “God's Private Land,” one of China's most beautiful winter villages.

Free afternoon in the village—enjoy cafés, local snacks, or take the Yunxiao Peak cable car (optional).

Evening activities include a lively bonfire party and a star photography workshop under Hemu's crystal-clear skies.

Day 5 — Hemu Free Day

Transportation: Private car
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hemu wooden cabin

Spend a full day exploring Hemu at your own pace. Visit the Harden viewing platform or stroll through peaceful birch forests.

Optional horseback riding through snow-covered forests and plains.

Exclusive Privileges:

VIP access to Zhaosu Wetland Park (drive-in without shuttle bus).

Scenic-area accommodation in traditional wooden cabins.

Day 6 — Hemu → Altay → Jiangjun Mountain Ski Resort

Transportation: Private car
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Altay hotel

Start the day with Hemu’s breathtaking morning fog.

Drive to Altay and enjoy skiing at Jiangjun Mountain, home to world-class powder snow and over 40 trails.

In the evening, celebrate with a fun “snow disco” on the slopes.

Day 7 — Altay → Devil City → Karamay

Transportation: Private car
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Karamay hotel

Visit the awe-inspiring World Devil City, where wind and snow create ghostly echoes through massive yardang formations.

Enjoy a romantic sunset moment with hot tea, snacks, and fruits on the vast snowfield.

Day 8 — Karamay → Sayram Lake

Transportation: Private car
Meals: Breakfast, Afternoon Tea
Accommodation: Sayram Lake area hotel

Arrive at Sayram Lake, a winter wonderland famed for ice bubbles, ice cracks, and magical blue ice.

Relax with a warm afternoon tea set inside a heated tent.

Exclusive Privileges:

Complimentary aerial photography

Heated tent with pastries & coffee

Day 9 — Sayram Lake → Urumqi → International Grand Bazaar

Transportation: Private car
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Urumqi hotel

Catch the stunning Sayram Lake sunrise.

Return to Urumqi and visit the International Grand Bazaar for shopping and cultural immersion.

Day 10 — Urumqi Departure

Transportation: Private car
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: None

Your guide and driver will transfer you to the airport for your departure.

Frequently asked questions

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses
Hat
Umbrella
- Camera
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Cash
- Jacket

Do I need a visa to participate in your tours?

Most foreign nationals require a visa to enter China. However, recent visa-exemption and 144-hour transit policies apply to several countries. We provide all the necessary itinerary documentation, such as hotel confirmations and official letters, to seamlessly support your visa application process.

How should I handle money and payments during the trip?

China operates as a highly cashless society. While major hotels accept international credit cards, standard daily transactions are handled via mobile devices. We recommend downloading Alipay or WeChat Pay and linking your international credit card prior to arrival for seamless payments.

How flexible are the daily itineraries?

Our private tours are structured to optimize your time at major historical and cultural sites, but they are not rigidly locked. Because you are traveling with a private guide, reasonable on-the-ground adjustments can be made to accommodate your pacing, interests, and schedule preferences each day.

Extra Services

Airport transfers

Seamless, private pick-up and drop-off services to keep your schedule on track and ensure a stress-free start and end to your trip.

$30.00/person

Childcare services

Trusted, professional local care for your children, giving you the freedom to attend meetings or enjoy a quiet evening with complete peace of mind.

$65.00/person

Photography

Hire a professional local photographer to capture high-quality images of your journey, perfect for preserving personal memories or building your personal brand.

$22.00/package

Souvenir package

A curated selection of premium, authentic Chinese keepsakes, saving you time spent shopping while guaranteeing excellent quality.

$30.00/package
from$2,399.00 /person
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