2. Tour Overview
- Destination: Northern Xinjiang (Urumqi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, etc.)
- Duration: 8 Days 7 Nights
- Transport: Private charter vehicle + scenic area shuttle buses
- Accommodation: Selected hotels as listed; twin room by default. King bed available upon request (subject to availability in peak season).
- Service: The driver, bilingual in Chinese and English, is responsible for reception and itinerary support, without a professional guide or scenic commentary.
3. Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Urumqi
- Morning: Arrive in Urumqi, private car pickup from airport/train station, check in to hotel.
- Afternoon: Free time. Optional visits: Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum, Hongshan Park, Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar.
- Evening: Dinner at own expense. Stay at Urumqi Leston International Hotel or OBOR Home Hotel.
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Day 2: Urumqi – Altay
- Morning: After breakfast, drive along S21 Desert Highway across Gurbantünggüt Desert, visit Kelameili Desert Park.
- Afternoon: Arrive in Altay, visit Jiangjunshan International Ski Resort. Optional sunset party & night skiing (ski pass not included).
- Evening: Dinner at own expense. Stay at Altay Zunmao Gem Hotel or Jinjiang International Hotel.
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Day 3: Altay – Hemu
- Morning: After breakfast, drive to Hemu, enjoy snow scenery along the way. Enter Hemu Village by scenic shuttle bus.
- Afternoon: Visit Hemu Scenic Area, Birch Forest, Hemu Bridge. Optional hiking or horse riding to Haden Viewing Platform.
- Evening: Dinner at own expense. Join bonfire party. Stay at wooden lodge hotels in Hemu such as Hemu Xiangyun Inn.
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Day 4: Hemu – Kanas – Burqin
- Morning: After breakfast, go to Kanas Scenic Area, visit Kanas Lake, climb Guanyutai for panoramic frozen lake views.
- Afternoon: Optional snowmobile activity in Kanas. Visit Shenxian Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay.
- Evening: Drive to Burqin. Dinner at own expense (local cold-water fish feast recommended). Stay at Burqin Baihualin Jinrun Hotel or Yeguangcheng Holiday Hotel.
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Day 5: Burqin – Devil City – Kuitun/Dushanzi
- Morning: After breakfast, drive to Urho World Devil City, take photos of snow-covered Yadan landforms.
- Afternoon: After the tour, drive to Kuitun or Dushanzi.
- Evening: Dinner at own expense. Stay at Kuitun Jinling International Hotel or Dushanzi Mayitake Hotel.
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Day 6: Kuitun/Dushanzi – Sayram Lake – Bole
- Morning: After breakfast, drive to Sayram Lake. Self-drive tour around the lake, enjoy ice sculptures and ice sledding activities.
- Afternoon: After the tour, drive to Bole.
- Evening: Dinner at own expense. Stay at Bole Sharbxili Hotel (Binhe Park Branch).
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Day 7: Bole – Dushanzi Grand Canyon – Urumqi
- Morning: After breakfast, drive to Dushanzi Grand Canyon, enjoy winter canyon scenery.
- Afternoon: After the tour, return to Urumqi.
- Evening: Dinner at own expense. Stay at Urumqi Leston International Hotel or OBOR Home Hotel.
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Day 8: Urumqi – Departure
- Morning: Breakfast at hotel, free time. Optional visits: Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar, Hongshan Park, Xinjiang Ancient Ecological Park Akhal-Teke Base.
- Afternoon/Evening: Lunch and dinner at own expense. Private car transfer to airport/train station. Tour ends.
4. Price Includes & Excludes
- Accommodation: 7 nights at listed hotels (2 adults per room; children no bed; 1 adult + 1 child must book child bed)
- Meals: 6 hotel breakfasts for adults; child meals at own expense
- Private vehicle service and Chinese-English speaking driver-guide
- Transport: Private charter vehicle during the trip
- Tickets: First entrance fees to listed scenic spots
- Transfer: Private airport/train station pickup and drop-off
- Optional activities: Jiangjunshan Ski Resort tickets & other paid items inside scenic areas
- International/domestic transportation to/from Urumqi
- Personal expenses: excess luggage, hotel mini-bar, tips, free activity transport
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Single room supplement (if applicable)
5. Booking & Travel Notes
- Penalty fees apply for cancellation by travel agency or tourist before departure.
- Minors under 18 must be accompanied by at least one adult.
- Private tour: 1 person minimum to operate.
- Final itinerary sent before 20:00 one day prior to departure; if paid after 18:00 one day before, sent before 12:00 on departure day.
- No triple rooms available; 2 adults with 2+ children must book 2 rooms.
- Itinerary may be adjusted for weather or traffic without reducing attractions, subject to consent.
- Bring original ID & discount documents for on-site verification.
- No forced shopping. Natural scenery may vary due to weather & season.
- Vehicles & staff may be changed if necessary.
- Most hotels do not provide disposable toiletries; local conditions differ from big cities.
- Early departure in peak season; breakfast may be packed or prepared by yourself.
- Priority access does not guarantee no waiting.
- Stores in scenic spots are not arranged by us; please consume rationally.
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Voltage and socket
The standard voltage in China is 220V. The commonly used socket shape is as shown in the picture. Most luxury hotel rooms are equipped with universal sockets, and tourists can also rent socket adapters at the hotel front desk.
Make a phone call
When a foreign mobile phone dials a Chinese fixed-line phone in China, it is necessary to dial the China area code (+86) and the city area code (e.g. Beijing +10) before the fixed-line phone number to be dialed.
When a foreign mobile phone dials a Chinese mobile number, it is necessary to dial the Chinese area code (+86) before the mobile number of the person being called.
Emergency call:
Call the police: 110
Fire emergency: 119
Traffic police: 122
Emergency: 120
Purchase a SIM card for a Chinese mobile phone
At major airports serving as ports of entry in China, there are designated counters for communication service providers, such as China Mobile and China Unicom. Foreign tourists can purchase SIM cards for Chinese mobile phones simply by presenting their passports.
Traffic safety tips
In China, all vehicles drive on the right side of the road, and both drivers and passengers must wear seat belts.
Health and medical tips
It is recommended to bring along commonly used medications (such as painkillers or gastrointestinal medications). If you need to take prescribed medication for an extended period, it is advisable to prepare sufficient quantities before departure and carry along doctor's certification documents, medical records, etc.
It is recommended to visit the international medical department of a general hospital or a foreign-funded hospital for treatment, as they generally provide medical services in English.
It is recommended to purchase relevant insurance before departure, and properly keep diagnosis certificates, outpatient medical records, fee lists, prescriptions, invoices, etc.
Cultural taboo
China is a multi-ethnic country, and there are significant differences in customs and habits among various ethnic groups. Especially when traveling in ethnic minority areas, it is important to pay attention to cultural taboos, such as taking off shoes when entering a Dai bamboo house, avoiding pork in Hui restaurants, and treating Buddhist statues, scriptures, and beads as sacred objects that must not be touched. It is recommended to listen carefully to the pre-trip introduction provided by the accompanying personnel and respect local culture and customs.
