Xinjiang Shuanghu Winter Narrative 8-Day Tour (1+1 First Class + DSLR & Drone Travel Photography + Kanas Snowmobile + Hemu + Jikepulin Skiing + Twice Entry to Sayram Lake)

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26 reviews
200+ booked
Departing from Ürümqi
Urumqi
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Can carry 28-30" luggage
  • Light Luxury Version
  • Vehicle: Designated Yutong V6, 1+1 luxury first class, one seat per person, extra-large space, 28-30 luggage capacity;
  • Onboard Equipment: Drone, DSLR camera, hand-grind coffee maker;
  • Hotel: 1 night in a cabin within the Hemu scenic area village, 1 night in a cabin with a large window in the Kanas scenic area;
  • Experience: Sunset cable car, 4H Ji Keku Pulin beginner ski pass 🏂 (expected to be arranged after November 20th), snowmobile;
  • Premium Luxury Version
  • Vehicle: Designated Ford T8, 1+1 luxury first class, one seat per person, extra-large space, 28-30 luggage capacity;
  • Onboard Equipment: Drone, DSLR camera, hand-grind coffee maker;
  • Hotel: 1 night in a large-window cabin within the Hemu scenic area village, 1 night in a large-window cabin in the Kanas Four Circles scenic area;
  • Experience: Sunset cable car, 4H Ji Keku Pulin beginner ski pass 🏂 (expected to be arranged after November 20th), snowmobile;
  • Ultra Luxury Version
  • Vehicle: Designated Ford T8, 1+1 luxury first class, one seat per person, extra-large space, 28-30 luggage capacity;
  • Onboard Equipment: Drone, DSLR camera, hand-grind coffee maker;
  • Hotel: 1 night accommodation in a Four Circles hotel in the Kanas scenic area, 1 night in a large-window room of a snow-view cabin in Hemu, 1 night in the Sailimu Lake East Gate Chaoke Starry Sky Camp;
  • Experience: Sunset cable car, 4H Ji Keku Pulin beginner ski pass 🏂 (expected to be arranged after November 20th), snowmobile;

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Luxury version for small groups of 2-6 people

Small group of 2-6 people(Winter Edition)

Small group of 2-6 people

Luxury version for small groups of 2-6 people(Winter Edition)

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What to expect

  • D1: Departure - Urumqi, Light Luxury 4-Diamond / High Luxury 5-Diamond / Ultra Luxury 5-Diamond accommodation
  • D2: Urumqi - S21 Desert Expressway - Jiangjunshan (Romantic Sunset Sightseeing Cable Car 🚠 · Sunset Carnival Party · Cloud Electronic Music Party . Orange Sea Sunset Blue Hour) - Jiangjunshan Night Skiing (optional, ski pass not included) - Altay, Light Luxury 4-Diamond / High Luxury 5-Diamond / Ultra Luxury 5-Diamond accommodation [Driving distance approx. 520KM, driving time approx. 6H]
  • D3: Altay - Kanas Three Bays (Immortal Bay, Moon Bay, Dragon Bay searching for winter misty realms) - Kanas Lake (Falling into Kanas winter ice and snow dreamland) - Kanas Snowmobile - Rushing into the powder snow forest ocean 🏍 (arranged starting from the operational opening on November 20) - Kanas Light Luxury Large-Window Accommodation / High Luxury Four-Circle Accommodation / Ultra Luxury Four-Circle Accommodation [Driving distance approx. 230KM, driving time approx. 6H]
  • D4: Kanas - Complimentary: Snowfield Hemu Light Travel Photography, Six-Act Romantic Series (Choose one of six, includes 9 retouched photos) - Hemu Sunset Viewing Platform - Gorgeous winter blue hour light and shadow - Bonfire party opening schedule - Star-pointing pen stargazing - 💥 Hemu Light Luxury Cabin / High Luxury Large-Window Cabin Accommodation / Ultra Luxury Large-Window Cabin [Driving distance approx. 80KM, driving time approx. 2H]
  • D5: Hemu - Hemu Morning Light (Self-guided check-in at Haden Viewing Platform) - (When ski resort opens, complimentary: 4H Jiakebulin Beginner Skiing Experience 🏂 [estimated to be arranged after November 20th, includes ski boots, skis, poles, and magic carpet]) - Pass by the Baili Oilfield - Kelamayi 4-Diamond accommodation [Driving distance approx. 480km, driving time approx. 7H]
  • D6: Kelamayi - Self-driving 360-degree tour around Sayram Lake (Xihai Grassland - Kele Yongzhu - Lighthouse - Gate of the World check-in - S-curve) - 🚗 Sayram Lake Chasing the Wind, complimentary drone footage segment for the whole group - 📍 Sayram Lake WABI 270° Lake View Coffee ☕️ - 5-Diamond accommodation [Driving distance approx. 560km, driving time approx. 8H]
  • D7: Sayram Lake - Second entry into Sayram Lake - Sunrise stroll (Moon Bay) - Pass by Tianshan Mountain Veins - Urumqi 5-Diamond accommodation [Driving distance approx. 500km, driving time approx. 7H]
  • D8: Urumqi - Departure Foreign guests are welcome to sign up with confidence
  • A Chinese tour leader will use mobile translation software to communicate
  • After booking, staff will communicate itinerary details with you via WeChat or email, please provide your WeChat ID
2-6 person small group launched, single travelers sharing accommodation get free room difference, travel with companions for extra peace of mind
2-6 person small group launched, single travelers sharing accommodation get free room difference, travel with companions for extra peace of mind
2-6 person small group launched, single travelers sharing accommodation get free room difference, travel with companions for extra peace of mind
2-6 person small group launched, single travelers sharing accommodation get free room difference, travel with companions for extra peace of mind
Drive with peace of mind. Our vehicles are equipped with winter snow tires and snow chains for a safe journey. The King 1+1 luxury 7-seater vehicle offers extra spaciousness. Enjoy the scenery with a window seat for every passenger.
Wander through the Three Bays of Kanas, with all the misty mountain fairyland packed in, and encounter the most healing ink wash painting of Northern Xinjiang head-on.
Go straight to Sailimu Lake for a tour, unlocking the clear blue sea at the foot of the Tianshan Mountains, with gentle lake breezes and a romantic atmosphere.
Go straight to Sailimu Lake for a tour, unlocking the clear blue sea at the foot of the Tianshan Mountains, with gentle lake breezes and a romantic atmosphere.
Two high-quality accommodation options, giving you more freedom
Two high-quality accommodation options, giving you more freedom
Two high-quality accommodation options, giving you more freedom
Two high-quality accommodation options, giving you more freedom
Two high-quality accommodation options, giving you more freedom
Two high-quality accommodation options, giving you more freedom
5A travel photography leader leads the group, shooting blockbusters while walking, producing 15 photos with a DSLR.
5A travel photography leader leads the group, shooting blockbusters while walking, producing 15 photos with a DSLR.
5A travel photography leader leads the group, shooting blockbusters while walking, producing 15 photos with a DSLR.
5A travel photography leader leads the group, shooting blockbusters while walking, producing 15 photos with a DSLR.
Choose a 1+1 high-end comfortable 7-seater car, with super spacious and free-feeling space, plus features like leg rests, seat heating, and massage.
Choose a 1+1 high-end comfortable 7-seater car, with super spacious and free-feeling space, plus features like leg rests, seat heating, and massage.
Choose a 1+1 high-end comfortable 7-seater car, with super spacious and free-feeling space, plus features like leg rests, seat heating, and massage.
Choose a 1+1 high-end comfortable 7-seater car, with super spacious and free-feeling space, plus features like leg rests, seat heating, and massage.

Reviews

4.8 / 5
Fantastic
26 reviews
Guide
4.9
Itinerary
4.8
Quality of transfer
4.9
Value for money
4.9
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Review for: Luxury version for small groups of 2-6 people

This was truly an exceptional trip. Our butler, Yushan, was extremely reliable. Every evening, she would post all the arrangements and precautions for the following day in the group chat, covering every detail with great care. A huge shout-out to our driver and tour guide, Team Leader Su! Not only does he have a great personality, but he is also a very steady driver. The itinerary was well-organized, and he actively checked in with us about our preferences, helped us take photos and videos, and had great aesthetic sense and skills. We chatted a lot along the way, which was very fun. Even during traffic jams and at crowded scenic spots, he took care of us to ensure we had the best possible experience. I imagine the experience would have been even better if we hadn't visited Northern Xinjiang during the National Day peak period. Overall, we are extremely satisfied. Team Leader Su even prepared photo props, snacks, and water for us, and gave everyone a little toy sheep. It was truly a wonderful trip. The last day of the trip happened to be my mom's birthday, and Team Leader Su quietly ordered a cake for her. It was so thoughtful and touching; my mom had a very happy and surprising birthday. It was wonderful, and the friends we met along the journey were also exceptionally kind people. Although there were traffic jams and crowded scenic spots, this was still an unforgettable and highly satisfying trip. Highly recommended, very reliable. We will definitely book our trip to Southern Xinjiang with you guys next year.

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Review for: Luxury version for small groups of 2-6 people

This was truly an exceptional trip. Our butler, Yushan, was extremely reliable. Every evening, she posted all the arrangements and precautions for the following day in the group chat, covering every little detail with great care. A huge shout-out to our driver and tour guide, Team Leader Su! Not only does he have a great personality, but he is also a very steady driver, and his itinerary planning is extremely well-balanced. He actively checked in with us about our preferences, helped us take photos and videos, and has both great aesthetic sense and professional skills. We had many interesting chats along the way. Even when facing traffic jams and huge crowds at the scenic spots, he still looked after us to ensure we had the best possible experience. I imagine the trip would have been even better if we hadn't visited Northern Xinjiang during the National Day peak season. Overall, we are extremely satisfied. Team Leader Su even prepared photo props, snacks, and water for us, and gave each of us a little toy lamb. The vehicle was very clean with comfortable seats. It was truly a highly satisfying trip. On the last day of the trip, it was my mom's birthday, and Team Leader Su quietly ordered a cake for her. It was so thoughtful and touching; my mom had a very happy and surprising birthday. It was wonderful, and the friends we met along the way were also genuinely wonderful people. Although there were traffic jams and crowded scenic spots, this remains an unforgettable and highly satisfying trip. Highly recommended and reliable. We'll definitely book our trip to Southern Xinjiang with them next year.

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Review for: Small group of 2-6 people

A little over a week passed quickly. It was my first time in Northern Xinjiang, and the route included Urumqi - Altay - Kanas - Hemu - Sayram Lake. The pick-up and drop-off service was very thorough, and the accommodation arrangements were also satisfactory. Many thanks to Master Guo Jing! He is very familiar with the routes between scenic spots and cities, his driving skills are very stable, and he also reminds us to pay attention to the scenery and animals. He thoughtfully prepared snacks, yogurt, and hot water. The 7-seater car is also very comfortable, and the heated and massage seats are great for winter travel! The master's aerial photography results are also amazing! He also took care of me, traveling alone with the group, haha~ I will definitely come to Xinjiang again!

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Review for: 2-6人小团

An unforgettable Xinjiang trip. This 8-day trip to Northern Xinjiang included thoughtful airport pick-up and drop-off arranged by the travel agency. The entire itinerary was well-organized, covering attractions such as Altay - Hemu (Ahe Highway) - Kanas - Karamay - Sayram Lake, and more. The seven-seater vehicle was comfortable, reducing the fatigue of long journeys. The accommodations for this tour were also upgraded, with satisfactory hotels and room types. Many thanks to our Uyghur driver, Abdu, whose driving skills were very steady and who also took great care of us girls.

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Review for: Small group of 2-6 people

This 8-day trip to Northern Xinjiang far exceeded expectations! A special thanks to our travel coordinator, Xiao Fu, who patiently answered all our questions before departure, thoughtfully followed up throughout the entire journey, and promptly coordinated accommodation and itinerary details. You're amazing! A special shout-out to our lead guide, Driver Huang. His driving skills are top-notch; driving through long stretches of Gobi desert and mountainous terrain was smooth, extremely safe, and demonstrated a wealth of driving experience. Well-acquainted with the local culture and customs along Northern Xinjiang, he proactively shared stories about the attractions along the way and even helped us find fantastic photo spots. We checked off the Ahe Highway, Hemu, Kanas, and Sailimu Lake, and the scenery was breathtaking. The pace of the itinerary was comfortable, with no forced shopping. The dining and lodging arrangements were thoughtful, making the journey relaxed and enjoyable. It was an unforgettable trip to Northern Xinjiang, and I highly recommend it!

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Review for: Small group of 2-6 people

The trip was excellent with a well-planned itinerary that was both relaxing and enjoyable. Special thanks were given to the assistant for detailed explanations and to the guide/driver/photographer, Xiao Ma, for his professional, thoughtful, and caring service throughout. However, the pre-arranged transfer on the first day was highly inefficient. My original hotel and the pre-booked tour hotel were only about 20 steps apart. Instead of simply directing me to walk over, I was made to wait for 30 minutes for a guide to escort me that short distance. Furthermore, the tour hotel, "Secret [Something]" (advertised as 4-star), operated more like a 2-star property. Smoking was pervasive in the lobby, and my room had a severe privacy issue: the window opened onto an internal corridor that, despite supposedly being locked, was accessible to strangers who peered into my room. Also, do check if you need to pay for Rmb 2k/pax as deposit and rmb 280/pax for clothing/helmet/gloves including turtles

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Review for: Luxury version for small groups of 2-6 people

1. The accommodation experience was excellent throughout. 2. The tour vehicle was comfortable, and our driver and tour leader, Mr. Su, was skilled and drove steadily the entire time. The timing for stops and sightseeing was well arranged. 3. The scenic spots along this Northern Xinjiang route were all breathtaking. Although there was a lot of travel time, the journey itself was part of the scenery. Our travel coordinator, Yushan, provided attentive service. 4. Our fellow travelers came from different cities. After getting to know each other, we took photos of one another, and the tour leader also brought a camera to take pictures for everyone. Great photos are a team effort! 💐

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Review for: 2-6人小团

This trip was very enjoyable. Although there was a wide age range in our group, everyone got along remarkably well. The itinerary was also well-planned and not too tiring. The hotels were all mid-to-high end with excellent hygiene. Our driver, Shen Kequan, also acted as our guide. He was quietly efficient and didn't talk too much. My mother is elderly and not very mobile, and he helped her with her luggage throughout the trip, which greatly added to the positive experience.

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Review for: Small group of 2-6 people

Very satisfied with this activity. Tour guide Chen is excellent at leading the group. The locals are familiar with the road conditions, making it safe and fast. The scenery is beautiful, everyone is friendly, and I recommend coming to visit.

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Review for: Small group of 2-6 people

As a foreign traveler, this tour gave me a truly memorable and worthwhile experience — absolutely worth every penny. It was the perfect combination of stunning scenery and meaningful hands-on activities. The tour manager was incredibly warm, supportive, and always ready to help with any difficulties. The driver was also very professional, kind, and especially caring toward foreign guests like me. I truly appreciated the private car pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Urumqi, which made everything so convenient. Throughout the journey, even though I joined alone, I never felt lonely — everyone was friendly and genuinely helpful to a foreigner like me. I was able to take many beautiful photos and videos as unforgettable memories. Thank you so much to the tour manager and everyone involved. I will definitely recommend this tour to my friends and family.

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  1. Vehicle Qualification: Our company strictly selects commercial vehicles with legal operation qualifications. All vehicles have passed the annual inspection and regular safety inspections. Requests for designated vehicle types are not accepted.
  2. About Fellow Travelers: This itinerary is a group tour of 2-6 people nationwide (minimum of 2 people/maximum of 6 people). Due to the random grouping, we cannot pre-screen information such as age, gender, or region of fellow travelers. Special note: Tourists with special requirements for the social environment are advised to choose a customized chartered car service.
  3. About Single Room Supplement and Accommodation Arrangement Notice: Single male/female registrants can be exempted from the single room supplement if they accept the room sharing arrangement. The room sharing object only guarantees the same gender and does not promise specific information such as age, occupation, or region. For example: a single male tourist may share a room with male tourists or drivers of different age groups. Description of exclusive occupancy fee. If you insist on single occupancy, you need to make up the difference in the full room rate (the specific amount is subject to the itinerary quotation). Accommodation rules for multiple people traveling together: If there are odd-numbered people traveling together (such as family/group), the travel agency will match the gender according to the available room sharing resources on the day. For example: when a family of three travels, if only a single male tourist is matched on the day, the male member of the family needs to share a room with him. Those who mind this should pay the single room supplement.
  4. About Accommodation: Since Xinjiang is still an underdeveloped area, hotels are very different from those in the mainland, especially in scenic spots, and can only guarantee cleanliness and hygiene. Even so, rooms are still in short supply during peak season. Most hotels do not have triple rooms. This product does not accept children sharing rooms alone, nor does it accept adult tourists with children sharing rooms; if you travel alone with children, you must make up the single room supplement before departure or register the children as adults, and the corresponding ticket discount difference will be refunded locally.
  5. About Switching Seats: Carpooling is not a chartered car. To ensure the fairness of the itinerary, seats must be rotated every day!
  6. Driver-Guide Service: Drivers have limited cultural level and cannot provide professional explanations. For safety reasons, they may not be able to interact with everyone when driving attentively. Please understand this and prepare your travel guide in advance.
  7. Leaving the Group: During the trip, if you choose to leave the group midway, the unfinished part will be regarded as a voluntary waiver, and only the expenses not incurred during the trip will be refunded to you. The car fare will not be refunded under any circumstances; because you have signed up for a group tour, the cost has already been incurred after the vehicle departs. If you leave the group midway, the vehicle needs to continue to carry other tourists on the group to continue the itinerary, and the car fare cannot be refunded. Please be aware of this.
  8. Preferential Policies: Active servicemen, retired soldiers, police officers, cadres aiding Xinjiang, disabled persons, college students, children under 1.2 meters in height, and other preferential certificates, please inform the sales or housekeeper when registering, and bring relevant certificates when traveling (if you do not bring them, we cannot help you purchase special discount tickets);
  9. Other Instructions: During the trip, if scenic spots are closed due to force majeure and cannot be visited normally, both parties will negotiate to cancel or replace the scenic spot according to the actual situation, and the cost difference will be refunded or compensated on the spot;
  10. Pre-trip Reminder: You will receive a departure notice call or WeChat from the travel agency housekeeper or driver before 22:00 the day before the departure. Please pay attention and keep your phone open. If you do not receive any notice after 22:00, please contact the sales representative in time;
  11. The reference hotels listed in this product may not be available due to seasonal factors, room availability restrictions, or other force majeure circumstances. If it is necessary to change the hotel, the travel agency will confirm with the tourist before the trip. The specific hotel to be checked into shall be subject to the final confirmation. The travel agency promises that the environment and comprehensive evaluation of the replaced hotel will not be lower than the reference hotel standard agreed in the contract, but for hotels outside the reference list, the travel agency is not liable for breach of contract caused by its own fault.

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