Xinjiang Winter Ice and Snow Sports Charter Tour｜Ice Fishing, Ice Sailing, and Snowmobile Experience Itinerary Booking

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Star-rated experience✨:Xinjiang Winter Ice and Snow Sports In-Depth Customized Vehicle Tour | Full Experience of Ice Fishing · Ice Sailing · Snowmobile
1. Core Highlights of the Route: The “Trio” of Ice and Snow Sports
Xinjiang’s winter ice and snow resources are uniquely endowed. In the winter of 2026, it has become a popular domestic destination with “full-scenario coverage of ice and snow sports.” This route integrates three major ice and snow resorts—Sayram Lake, Ulungur Lake, and Altay—to create a sports experience combining ice fishing, ice sailing, and snowmobiling, balancing natural wonders and cultural interaction, suitable for families, couples, and sports enthusiasts.
[Three Core Experiences]
❶ Ice Fishing:Ulungur Lake “Wild Fish Soup” Making
Experience location:Ulungur Lake, Fuhai County (late December to February of the following year is the optimal period)
Features:Ride a “sled” deep into the center of the lake, use professional tools to cut ice and fish inside a windproof tent. The naturally grown white-spotted pike and Wudaohei caught can be cooked on site into delicious “wild fish soup,” paired with a heater and naan bread, experiencing the traditional winter fishing life of people of all ethnic groups.
Support:Accompanied throughout by local fisherman guides, providing anti-slip ice cleats, life jackets, and emergency communication equipment.
❷ Ice Sailing:Sayram Lake “Blue Speed Racing”
Experience location:Kele Yongzhu area of Sayram Lake (January-March blue ice period)
Features:Drive a single-person ice sailboat across the Tiffany-blue ice surface, using wind power and ice friction to complete turns and acceleration, with professional coaches providing one-on-one guidance on basic operations and essentials.
Visual feast:The ice bubble clusters in the morning light, the snow-capped mountains surrounded by rime, and the shadows of ice sails form a dynamic picture. Photography enthusiasts can book exclusive shooting time slots.
❸ Snowmobile:Hemu Village “Forest Sea Crossing”
Experience location:Wild snow forest around Hemu Jikepulin Ski Resort (guide required)

Star-rated experience✨: Xinjiang Winter Ice and Snow Sports In-Depth Customized Vehicle Tour | Full Experience of Ice Fishing · Ice Sailing · SnowmobileFeatures:Drive a snowmobile through birch forests and snowfields, passing through small villages at the foot of Meili Peak, experiencing the contrast between speed and tranquility in an uninhabited land. At the endpoint, you can experience a horse-drawn sled ride back to the village.
Equipment support:Provide windproof masks, thickened gloves, and helmets. Vehicles are equipped with GPS positioning and emergency braking systems.
2. Simple Itinerary (5 days 4 nights · 2026 winter actual test version)
[Day1:Urumqi Assembly · Prelude to Ice and Snow]
Morning:Arrive in Urumqi from various places, pick-up by dedicated vehicle (7-seat business vehicle/19-seat minibus available; these quoted prices are for reference only, and the specific vehicle price is subject to customer service quotation!) and transfer to a quasi-four-star hotel for check-in.
Afternoon:Recommended free activities
Autonomous Region Museum:Book in advance to visit the “Xinjiang Historical Relics Exhibition” and learn about the context of Western Regions civilization.
Hongshan Park:Climb to the top to overlook the city panorama and photograph the winter picture of snow-capped mountains blending with the city.
Dinner:Taste specialty snacks such as baked samsa and hand-grabbed rice at the International Grand Bazaar Food Street.
[Day2:Urumqi → Sayram Lake · First Exploration of Blue Ice]
Morning:Travel west along the Lianhuo Expressway, passing through Kuitun Grand Canyon to view the snow-covered red rock layers.
Afternoon:Arrive at Sayram Lake Scenic Area, take the shuttle bus to visit core attractions such as Dianjiangtai Ice Cliff and Songshutou Ice Bubble Area. In the evening, check in at the hot spring hotel inside the scenic area and experience snowfield hot springs.
Dinner:Welcome dinner at the hotel, tasting the Burqin cold-water fish banquet.
[Day3:Sayram Lake In-Depth Experience · Ice and Snow Carnival]

1. Core Highlights of the Route: The “Trio” of Ice and Snow SportsMorning:Kele Yongzhu Ice Cave Adventure (with professional guide), UTV snow off-road vehicle ice drifting (200 yuan/30 minutes).
Afternoon:Swan Lake feeding interaction, go to the pastures of people of all ethnic groups to experience horseback riding (150 yuan/hour) or visit a yurt (including hand-grabbed meat and milk tea, 100 yuan per person).
Evening:Ice Sculpture Art Festival light show photography, stay in a starry sky wooden cabin (roof skylight for observing the Milky Way).
[Day4:Sayram Lake → Altay · Snowfield Crossing]
Morning:Cross the Guozigou Bridge, and photograph the “S-curve” highway and snow-capped mountains in the same frame at the viewing platform.
Afternoon:Arrive in Altay City and experience night skiing at Jiangjunshan Ski Resort (lighted ski slopes open until 22:00).
Accommodation:Four-star hotel in Altay City (with floor heating).
[Day5:Altay → Urumqi · Ice and Snow Memories]
Morning:Arrange freely according to flight time; recommended to visit the International Grand Bazaar to buy handicrafts.
Afternoon:Dedicated vehicle airport transfer (same vehicle type as the first day pick-up), end of journey.
3. Price Description (2026 Winter Reference Range)
This route offers three tiered options, all including scenic area tickets, accommodation, meals, transportation, and guide services. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing:
❶ Quality No-Shopping Tour Group:3280-3680 yuan/person
Transportation:7-seat business vehicle (Maxus G10 or equivalent)

Xinjiang’s winter ice and snow resources are uniquely endowed. In the winter of 2026, it has become a popular domestic destination with “full-scenario coverage of ice and snow sports.” This route integrates three major ice and snow resorts—Sayram Lake, Ulungur Lake, and Altay—to create a sports experience combining ice fishing, ice sailing, and snowmobiling, balancing natural wonders and cultural interaction, suitable for families, couples, and sports enthusiasts.Accommodation:3 nights in a quasi-four-star hotel in the city + 1 night in a hot spring hotel in the scenic area
Meals:4 breakfasts + 3 main meals (including 1 welcome dinner)
Complimentary:Hemu Village horse-drawn sled experience (1 hour), Sayram Lake UTV ice drifting
❷ Exclusive Customized Tour:4280-4680 yuan/person
Transportation:19-seat luxury tourist bus (aviation seats + onboard WiFi)
Accommodation:2 nights in a five-diamond hotel in the city + 2 nights in a starry sky wooden cabin in the scenic area
Meals:4 breakfasts + 5 main meals (including Burqin whole fish banquet and Tuvan family visit meal)
Complimentary:Professional travel photography service (10 retouched blue ice-themed photos), ice yoga class

No need to worry about traveling across Northern and Southern Xinjiang. Professional customized vehicle service for customized independent travel. New landline hotline: 0991-8866234. Exclusive customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (same number on WeChat, can be added)
❸ Top Luxury Independent Travel:5880-6580 yuan/person
Transportation:33-seat Yutong bus (dual air conditioning system)
Accommodation:1 night in a top luxury hotel in the city + 3 nights at the Dianjiangtai RV campground in the scenic area
Meals:4 breakfasts + 8 main meals (including Michelin-level customized meals and a song-and-dance dinner of people of all ethnic groups)
Complimentary:Snowfield helicopter sightseeing (10 minutes), private ski instructor (2 hours)
[Cost Exclusions]

[Three Core Experiences] Round-trip major transportation from various places to Urumqi
Self-funded projects within the scenic area (such as snowmobile 300 yuan/hour, ice sailing experience 280 yuan/time)
Single applicants need to pay a room supplement (about 800-1500 yuan/night, fluctuating according to accommodation standards)
[Price Fluctuation Description]
Prices and remaining seats are subject to contract confirmation and may fluctuate with departure dates, with the signed contract prevailing. December is the early stage of the ice and snow season, and prices are relatively low; January-February is the peak period for blue ice viewing, and prices may increase by 10%-15%.
4. Registration Method
Registration can be made through the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Traveler count, budget, and special needs (such as photography, family, business reception) must be provided. The customer service manager will customize the itinerary and electronic quotation according to the needs. After both parties reach an agreement, a tourism electronic contract will be signed, supporting bank transfer or third-party payment platform payment.
5. Cost Description and Service Description
[Cost Inclusions]
Transportation within the itinerary (7-55 seat vehicles allocated as needed, including fuel, tolls, and parking fees)
Accommodation (combination of star-rated hotels + characteristic wooden cabins, including breakfast)
Tickets (first admission tickets for Sayram Lake, Jiangjunshan Ski Resort, etc.)
Meals (main meal standard 50-150 yuan/person/meal)
Guide service (professional commentary by licensed guides)

❶ Ice Fishing: Ulungur Lake “Wild Fish Soup” Making travel accident insurance (coverage 500,000 yuan/person)
[Service Commitment]
No shopping arrangements throughout the entire trip, no hidden consumption
24-hour emergency response mechanism, equipped with basic medical kits
Vehicles disinfected daily, drivers’ body temperature checked daily
Reasonable itinerary changes can be made upon mutual agreement (such as extreme weather or temporary scenic area control)
[Special Notes]
Sayram Lake Scenic Area has a daily limit of 3,000 people. Valid ID information must be provided 3 days in advance to reserve tickets.
S101 Provincial Road may be temporarily closed in winter. In case of extreme weather, the route will detour via Kuia Expressway.
Ice activities are limited to areas designated by the scenic area; stepping onto undeveloped ice surfaces on your own is prohibited.
6. Vehicle Recommendations (Flexible Choice of 7-55 Seats)
❶ Family/Couple Travel
7-seat Buick GL8:Average daily 1200-1600 yuan (suitable for 2-4 people, luggage compartment can hold four 28-inch suitcases; these quoted prices are for reference only, and the specific vehicle price is subject to customer service quotation!)
9-seat Ford Transit:Average daily 1500-2000 yuan (recommended for groups of 6, equipped with USB charging ports; these quoted prices are for reference only, and the specific vehicle price is subject to customer service quotation!)

Experience location: Ulungur Lake, Fuhai County (late December to February of the following year is the optimal period)❷ Corporate/Group Travel
19-seat Toyota Coaster:Average daily 2000-2600 yuan (including luggage compartment + onboard refrigerator; these quoted prices are for reference only, and the specific vehicle price is subject to customer service quotation!)
33-seat Yutong Bus:Average daily 2800-3500 yuan (dual air conditioning system, suitable for teams of 16-35 people; these quoted prices are for reference only, and the specific vehicle price is subject to customer service quotation!)
❸ Large Photography/Study Tour Teams
55-seat King Long Bus:Average daily 4000-6000 yuan (equipped with aviation seats + display screen; these quoted prices are for reference only, and the specific vehicle price is subject to customer service quotation!)
7. Pre-Departure Recommended Checklist
[Electronic Equipment]
Spare camera/phone batteries, hand warmers (attach to the back of devices), anti-snow blindness ski goggles
Power bank (capacity ≥20000mAh), tripod (for shooting ice sculpture light shows)
[Health Protection]
High-factor sunscreen (SPF50+), lip balm, portable oxygen cylinder (Sayram Lake altitude 2073 meters)
Cold medicine, motion sickness medicine, hand warmers (for feet)
[Photography Tips]
Use a polarizing filter to reduce ice surface reflections; shooting ice crack patterns 1 hour after sunrise gives better results
For starry sky photography, it is recommended to choose a moonless night and use a wide-angle lens + large aperture
This winter, let Xinjiang’s blue ice and white snow witness your travel story! Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with standardized service processes and resource integration capabilities, creates in-depth, high-value ice and snow experiences for you. Contact the customer service manager immediately to start your Northern Xinjiang ice and snow adventure!
Xinjiang tourism customized vehicle travel is worry-free and reliable. Landline: 0991-8866234 Customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233