2026 Urumqi Ice and Snow 10 Day Group Tour with Horse Drawn Sleigh in Hemu, Baisha Lake Ice Surface 4WD Exclusive Group Pricing Recommended Itinerary Cost
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
Frozen Adventure: A 10-Day In-Depth Tour of UrumqiA Winter Symphony of Horse-Drawn Sleighs and Ice-Surface 4WD Vehicles
❄ ️ Itinerary Highlights:A Double Feast of Winter Sports and Folk Culture
The 2026 Urumqi 10-Day Ice and Snow Tour seamlessly blends the thrill of winter sports with an in-depth experience of various ethnic cultures. The itinerary covers core attractions such as Tianshan Tianchi, Hemu Village, and Baisha Lake, featuring special activities like horse-drawn sleigh rides through forested snowfields and ice-surface 4WD vehicle excursions on Baisha Lake, allowing visitors to enjoy a comfortable ‘ice and fire’ experience in temperatures as low as minus 20 degrees Celsius.
【Core Attraction Analysis】
I. Hemu Village: A Fairy-Tale World of Horse-Drawn Sleighs
As one of the oldest villages in northwest China, Hemu Village is covered by up to 1 meter of snow in winter, making horse-drawn sleighs the primary mode of transportation. Visitors can ride wooden sleighs pulled by Northeast horses through birch forests and rime-covered corridors, enjoying winter scenes of Tuvan wooden houses with wisps of smoke rising from their chimneys. According to 2026 data, the horse-drawn sleigh routes in Hemu Village have achieved standardized operations:
Short Experience (1 hour):150-200 RMB per sleigh (seats 2 people), including basic warm gear
Long Scenic Tour (2 hours):300-400 RMB per sleigh, with added hot ginger tea and a photography guide
In-Depth Custom Tour (4 hours):600-800 RMB per sleigh, including a snowy picnic and Tuvan folk culture explanation
II. Baisha Lake: The Ultimate Challenge of Ice-Surface 4WD Vehicles
Located at Baisha Lake, where the winter ice layer reaches 1.5 meters thick, forming a natural ice track. In 2026, the scenic area introduced a new ice-surface 4WD vehicle experience, using professionally modified off-road vehicles equipped with snow chains and emergency heating systems, allowing visitors to complete the following activities accompanied by professional drivers:
Ice Drifting Experience:30 minutes / 150 RMB, including basic insurance
Frozen Adventure: A 10-Day In-Depth Tour of Urumqi: A Winter Symphony of Horse-Drawn Sleighs and Ice-Surface 4WD VehiclesLake Circumnavigation Route:1.5 hours / 400 RMB, with a complimentary aerial video
Starry Night Camping Package:800 RMB per person, including ice house accommodation and aurora observation (weather permitting)
III. Tianshan Tianchi: An International Stage for Winter Sports
As the venue for the 2026 ‘Run, Kids!’ National Youth Winter Sunshine Sports Conference, the Tianshan Tianchi International Ski Resort has been upgraded to a complex meeting international event standards:
Ski Run Configuration:12 ski runs ranging from beginner to professional levels, with the longest run stretching 3.2 kilometers
Special Activities:
Night Skiing (18:00-22:00):180 RMB per person, including a light show and hot drinks
Ice Dragon Boat Race:Team reservation system, 500 RMB per team (including equipment and referees)
Snowmobile Expedition:280 RMB for 30 minutes, traversing primeval snow pine forests
📅 Itinerary Planning:A 10-Day Immersive Experience
Days 1-2:Initial Exploration of Urumqi Culture
Key Activities:Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region Museum (featuring the treasure ‘Five Stars Rising in the East, Favoring China’ brocade arm guard), International Bazaar Intangible Cultural Heritage Handicraft Experience
❄️ Itinerary Highlights: A Double Feast of Winter Sports and Folk CultureSpecial Dining:Lingguan Lane Food Street (recommended: baked buns, hand-pulled rice, kvass)
Accommodation Arrangements:Four-star hotel in Hongshan District (including floor heating and humidification systems)
Days 3-4:Ice and Snow Feast at Tianshan Tianchi
Daytime Activities:Skiing lessons (including equipment rental) or ice dragon boat team races
Nighttime Activities:Tianchi Ice and Snow Light Festival (open every Friday/Saturday)
Special Notice:In 2026, the scenic area implements time-segmented free admission policies for Urumqi residents (valid ID required)
Days 5-7:In-Depth Experience in Hemu Village
Core Activities:
Horse-drawn sleigh ride (including Tuvan home visit and kumis-making experience)
Snowy Bonfire Night (tasting dried meat and baursak)
Morning Mist Photography (professional guide leading to capture the ‘Fairy Bay’ spectacle)
Accommodation Upgrade:Characteristic wooden house in Hemu Village (including electric blankets and 24-hour hot water)
The 2026 Urumqi 10-Day Ice and Snow Tour seamlessly blends the thrill of winter sports with an in-depth experience of various ethnic cultures. The itinerary covers core attractions such as Tianshan Tianchi, Hemu Village, and Baisha Lake, featuring special activities like horse-drawn sleigh rides through forested snowfields and ice-surface 4WD vehicle excursions on Baisha Lake, allowing visitors to enjoy a comfortable ‘ice and fire’ experience in temperatures as low as minus 20 degrees Celsius.Days 8-9:Ice Adventure on Baisha Lake
Must-Do Activities:
Ice-surface 4WD vehicle lake circumnavigation (complimentary warm goggles)
Ice Fishing Experience (caught cold-water fish can be cooked on-site)
Border Viewing Platform (valid ID required for permit)
Special Arrangement:Guided snowy hiking (equipped with professional guides and emergency gear)
Day 10:Return Journey and Cultural Finale
Morning:Shopping for souvenirs on Xinjiang Folk Street (recommended: Atlas silk and Hotan jade carvings)
Afternoon:Airport shuttle arranged according to flight time (including luggage cold-proof packaging service)
💰 Cost Explanation:Transparent Consumption System
Basic Tour Fee Composition (based on an 8-person small group):
Transportation Costs:3800-4500 RMB per person (including full-trip 4WD off-road vehicles, fuel, tolls)
【Core Attraction Analysis】Accommodation Costs:2000-2500 RMB per person (four-star hotel for 6 nights + characteristic wooden house for 2 nights)
Admission Package:1200-1500 RMB per person (including main admission tickets for Tianchi, Hemu, Baisha Lake, etc.)
Experience Activities:1800-2200 RMB per person (including horse-drawn sleigh, ice-surface 4WD, skiing, etc.)
Optional Upgrade Packages:
Photography Package:800 RMB per person (including professional photographer follow-shot and 20 refined photos)
Gourmet Experience:500 RMB per person (upgraded to ethnic hospitality banquets and border cold-water fish banquets)
Equipment Rental:300 RMB per person (including ski suits, goggles, cold-proof gloves, etc.)
⚠ ️ Important Notice:
Prices valid until December 31, 2026; may increase by 15%-20% during holidays
Children under 12 years old enjoy a 20% discount on tour fees (excluding optional activities)
Final cost subject to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
📞 Registration Method:Professional Service Guarantees
I. Hemu Village: A Fairy-Tale World of Horse-Drawn SleighsRegister through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing will provide:
7×24-hour online consultation (supporting Mandarin and basic English services)
Itinerary customization services (can adjust the ratio of winter sports to cultural experiences based on interests)
Emergency response mechanism (equipped with a 2-hour rescue circle within Urumqi city)
📜 Service Commitments:
All vehicles disinfected daily and equipped with first aid kits
Cooperative scenic areas pass assessments (including ice thickness detection reports)
Guides certified and trained in ice and snow rescue
Dining meets HACCP international standards
❄ ️ Special Reminder:
Winter Equipment Checklist:Self-prepare waterproof snow boots (recommended -40℃ cold-proof rating), touchscreen gloves, sunglasses
Health Management:Recommended to take Rhodiola 15 days in advance to prevent altitude sickness (Tianchi altitude 1910 meters)
Environmental Protection Initiative:All garbage must be brought back to the city for disposal; no throwing of fire sources
This winter, let the Urumqi 10-Day Ice and Snow Tour become an unforgettable mark in your life. From the rumble of horse-drawn sleighs to the roar of ice-surface 4WD vehicles, from the long tunes of the Tuvans to the dombras of various ethnic groups, every moment tells the passion and tenderness of this land. Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency looks forward to joining you on this ice and snow journey!
Contact Manager Yang Jia at 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
