Altay Group Tour in Winter Wonderful Snow Scenery Routes + Cost Reference Recommended Routes and Price

Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send the itinerary and quotation

Tracking the Secret Realm in the Ice and Snow Fairy Tale:2026 Altay Winter Group Tour for an In-Depth Experience
I. Itinerary Highlights: Unlock N Ways to Play in Northern Xinjiang in Winter
[Pastoral Song on the Snowfield] Traverse the Ice Corridor of the Three Bays of Kanas
In winter, Kanas sheds its colorful autumn hues and transforms into a snow-clad ice kingdom. The morning mist at Xian Bay condenses into ice crystals at temperatures as low as -20°C, forming the spectacular “Rime Corridor” wonder; the S-shaped river bend at Moon Bay is covered in snow, resembling a giant dragon lying still; the riverbed at Wolong Bay has ice layers up to 1 meter thick, with “ice ink paintings” faintly visible beneath the ice surface, formed by frozen bubbles. Arrive at Guanyu Platform before 8:30 AM daily to capture the breathtaking scene of the lake surface and sea of clouds in the same frame.
[Border Secret Realm] The Ice and Snow Fairy Tale of Baihaba Village
This village, rated as one of the “Eight Most beautiful small towns in China” by Chinese National Geography, receives fewer than 200 tourists per day in winter. The roofs of the wooden houses are piled with half-meter-thick “snow mushrooms,” and the Tuvans draw traditional symbols of various ethnic groups on the snowdrifts with pine branches. After obtaining the necessary permits with valid identification, visitors can proceed to the China-Kazakhstan No. 5 border landscape and experience the awe-inspiring sight of “one person guarding the border, with all mountains silent” along the borderline.
[Extreme Challenge] The Powder Snow Feast at Jiangjun Mountain Ski Resort
Located north of Altay City, this ski resort boasts 12 professional ski runs, including the “Golden Light Avenue” with a slope gradient of 28°, suitable for intermediate to advanced skiers. After 4:00 PM daily, the sunset tints the ski runs a “strawberry milkshake color,” providing an excellent backdrop for skiing silhouette photography. Beginners can experience “fur skis” on the beginner runs, a skiing tool inherited from the pre-Qin period that has been included in the high-quality intangible cultural heritage list.
[Cultural Exploration] Museum of the Birthplace of Human Skiing
At the Dunde Bulak Cave Rock Painting Restoration Museum in Altay City, holographic projection technology reproduces scenes from 12,000 years ago of ancestors from various ethnic groups hunting on fur skis. The three-story exhibition hall displays skiing equipment from the Paleolithic era to the modern age, with the most eye-catching exhibit being a “ski mold” carved from a single piece of white birch wood, whose texture remarkably resembles modern ski design.
II. 5-Day Classic Itinerary (Subject to the actual tour notice)
Day 1:First Encounter with the Snow Capital
Morning:Arrive at Altay Snow Capital Airport by flight and transfer to a tourist coach equipped with snow tires
Afternoon:Visit the Museum of the Birthplace of Human Skiing and experience the VR skiing simulator

Tracking the Secret Realm in the Ice and Snow Fairy Tale: 2026 Altay Winter Group Tour for an In-Depth ExperienceDinner:Savor Altay dried meat pilaf accompanied by steaming Fu brick tea
Accommodation:Four-star hotel in Altay City (with floor heating)
Day 2:Ice and Snow Kanas
Morning:Traverse the Rime Corridor along Provincial Highway S232, with a stop at Chonghu’er Town to photograph “snow mushrooms” along the way
Afternoon:Take an in-depth tour of the Three Bays of Kanas and experience walking on the ice surface at Wolong Bay
Dinner:Taste narin (hand-rolled noodles with horse meat) in Kanas Old Village
Accommodation:Heated accommodations in Kanas Scenic Area (shared bathrooms, 24-hour hot water)
Day 3:Border Fairy Tale
Morning:Head to Baihaba Village and visit the Tuvan Wooden House Museum
Afternoon:Conduct a “Border Knowledge Class” in front of the China-Kazakhstan border landscape and learn winter survival skills
Dinner:Iron pot stew of cold-water fish (huchen + five-banded barb)
Accommodation:Characteristic wooden house in Baihaba (electric heater + wool felt)
Day 4:Speed and Passion
All day:Skiing instruction at Jiangjun Mountain Ski Resort (including ski equipment rental)
Special arrangement:Photograph “sunset skiing” blockbusters after 4:00 PM

I. Itinerary Highlights: Unlock N Ways to Play in Northern Xinjiang in WinterDinner:Taste grilled huchen + kavas (honey fermented beverage) at Burqin Night Market
Accommodation:Three-star hotel in Burqin County
Day 5:Cultural Heritage
Morning:Visit the Altai Mountain Herbal Medicine Museum to identify medicinal plants such as snow lotus and red peony root
Afternoon:Shop for gemstone jewelry on the Five-Hundred-Li Style Street (Altay aquamarine accounts for 70% of the national output)
Evening:Transfer to the airport according to flight schedule
III. Cost Description (Reference Price Range)
Basic Package:Starting from 2,380 yuan per person
Includes:
Transportation:Tourist coach equipped with snow tires for the entire journey (including fuel cost + driver allowance)
Accommodation:4 nights of accommodation (1 night in Altay + 1 night in Kanas + 1 night in Baihaba + 1 night in Burqin)
Admission tickets:Combined ticket for Kanas + Hemu + Baihaba scenic areas (winter discount price of 100 yuan, valid for 3 days)
Meals:4 breakfasts + 6 main meals (including special meals such as cold-water fish banquet and dried meat pilaf)
Services:Professional tour guide explanation + travel accident insurance (coverage amount of 600,000 yuan)

[Pastoral Song on the Snowfield] Traverse the Ice Corridor of the Three Bays of KanasUpgraded Package:Starting from 2,680 yuan per person
Additional inclusions:
Full-day skiing ticket at Jiangjun Mountain Ski Resort (including ski equipment rental)
Home visit experience with Tuvans in Baihaba Village
Cold protection supplies package (heated insoles + touchscreen gloves + warm face mask)
Notes:
Prices may fluctuate with tour dates and are subject to confirmation on the day the contract is signed
For solo registrants, efforts will be made to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require negotiation for additional payment
Secondary consumption items within the scenic area (such as snowmobiles and horse-drawn sleds) are at the visitor’s own expense
IV. Service Guarantee System
[Vehicle Configuration]
All vehicles are four-wheel-drive off-road vehicles equipped with -30°C rated snow tires
Daily pre-departure inspections are conducted, and anti-skid chains and tow ropes are carried on board
Each vehicle is equipped with a first aid kit containing frostbite ointment, high-calorie food, and other emergency supplies
[Tour Guide Team]

In winter, Kanas sheds its colorful autumn hues and transforms into a snow-clad ice kingdom. The morning mist at Xian Bay condenses into ice crystals at temperatures as low as -20°C, forming the spectacular “Rime Corridor” wonder; the S-shaped river bend at Moon Bay is covered in snow, resembling a giant dragon lying still; the riverbed at Wolong Bay has ice layers up to 1 meter thick, with “ice ink paintings” faintly visible beneath the ice surface, formed by frozen bubbles. Arrive at Guanyu Platform before 8:30 AM daily to capture the breathtaking scene of the lake surface and sea of clouds in the same frame. Certified tour guides have all undergone specialized training in ice and snow tourism
Familiar with basic phrases in various ethnic languages and capable of simple translation
Proficient in winter photography techniques and able to assist visitors in capturing travel blockbusters
[Emergency Plan]
In case of extreme weather, both parties may agree to alter the itinerary sequence
Establish a green channel with the Altay Regional People’s Hospital
Provide 24-hour emergency contact services throughout the journey
V. Registration Instructions
Registration can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for specific tour dates and availability. Required materials:
Copies of valid identification documents
2 recent 2-inch passport-style photos
Medical certificates for special medical conditions
Special reminders:
The average daily temperature in Altay in winter ranges from -15°C to -25°C, so professional cold protection gear is required

[Border Secret Realm] The Ice and Snow Fairy Tale of Baihaba Village Kanas Scenic Area implements a time-slot reservation system, and the entry time slot must be confirmed 3 days in advance
The use of drones for filming is prohibited in border areas, and violators may face equipment confiscation
VI. Pre-Trip Equipment Checklist
[Clothing]
Waterproof and breathable ski jacket (bright colors recommended for easy identification)
Layered clothing system with fleece liner + down liner
Snow boots with a cold protection index of -40°C (tread depth ≥ 5mm)
[Protection]
Anti-fog ski goggles (lens light transmittance must be above 85%)
Touchscreen thermal gloves (fingertips contain conductive fibers)
Wool ear-covering hat (must cover ears)
[Electronic Devices]
Fully charged camera batteries (battery consumption increases by 30% in low-temperature environments)
Power bank (capacity ≥ 20,000mAh)
Waterproof phone case (to prevent damage from melting snow)
This winter, let’s temporarily bid farewell to the hustle and bustle of the city and seek the purest joy in Altay’s ice and snow world. When smoke curls up from the wooden houses amidst the morning mist, when ski boards carve elegant arcs through the powder snow, and when the border landscape stands silently under the moonlight on the borderline—these moments will become the most precious winter poems in your memory. For specific itinerary details and cost descriptions, please refer to actual consultations and signings. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency looks forward to joining you on this ice and snow adventure.

Contact Manager Zhang Jing at 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send the itinerary and quotation