Trip Highlights

Snow-covered landscapes of Northern Xinjiang
Kanas Scenic Area – frozen lakes, snow forests, wooden walkways
Hemu Village – winter fairy-tale village of the Tuva people
Sayarum Lake (Sayram Lake) – alpine lake loop tour
Burqin & Urumqi city highlights
Optional winter activities (skiing experience, cultural shows)
No compulsory shopping
Easy China group visa for Filipinos — no personal appearance required.

Description

This winter journey explores the most scenic parts of Northern Xinjiang, known for its alpine lakes, snow villages, and ethnic culture. Designed for winter travelers, the itinerary balances nature, light sightseeing, and comfort with selected hotels and guided transfers.

Expect snow scenery, frozen rivers, ethnic villages, and iconic viewpoints unique to Xinjiang’s winter season.

Itinerary

Itinerary (approximate)

Day 1: Manila → Urumqi | Arrival & hotel check-in
Day 2: Urumqi → Burqin | S21 Desert Highway, city walk
Day 3: Burqin → Kanas | Kanas Scenic Area, fish-watching platform
Day 4: Kanas → Hemu | Snow village exploration
Day 5: Hemu → Karamay | Devil City (including small train)
Day 6: Karamay → Sayram | Sayram Lake loop tour
Day 7: Sayram → Urumqi | Grand Bazaar, optional cultural show
Day 8: Urumqi → Manila | Departure

Full daily breakdown follows the official flyer.

Hotel Standard

Combination of 4★ and 5★ local hotels
Twin-sharing rooms
Breakfast included as per itinerary

Why Take This Tour?

Silk Road (Gansu / Qinghai Ring)

What Is the Silk Road Tour?

The Silk Road (Gansu–Qinghai Ring) traces ancient trade routes linking China to Central Asia. This route is famous for desert landscapes, Buddhist grottoes, colorful landforms, and historic frontier cities.

Key Attractions (General)

Dunhuang & Mogao Caves – UNESCO Buddhist grottoes
Crescent Moon Spring & Mingsha Sand Dunes
Zhangye Danxia Rainbow Mountains
Jiayuguan Pass – western end of the Great Wall
Qinghai Lake – China’s largest saltwater lake
Scenic high-speed rail and overland travel across Northwest China

Typical Duration

Usually 8–9 days
Covers Gansu + Qinghai provinces
Best experienced as a loop route (Silk Road Ring)

Rates

Rates for Xinjiang Winter Tour

Available 2026 dates (may change)

Out of Manila
- Feb 27-Mar 6, May 12-19, Jun 8-15

From USD 1,699 per person
✔ All-in package (airfare + hotel + tours)
✔ Valid until March 2026
✔ Subject to flight availability

Rates for Silk Road (Gansu / Qinghai Ring)

Coming Soon (2026 package not yet released)

Attractions and routing shown are for reference only. Final itinerary, dates, and pricing will be published once the official 2026 package is available.

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Included

Roundtrip airfare from Manila or Cebu
Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast as indicated in the itinerary
Airport transfers and private coach
English-speaking tour guide
Sightseeing tours and entrance fees as specified
Meals as indicated in the itinerary

Things to Know

Is this a guided group tour?

Yes. This is a guided group tour with a private coach and an English-speaking tour guide as arranged in the package.

Is there compulsory shopping?

No. The package is advertised as No Compulsory Shopping.

What is the visa requirement for PH passport holders?

Philippine passport holders will apply under a China group visa, requiring only a scanned passport and ID photo. No personal appearance is required, subject to approval of submitted documents.

Are the rates guaranteed?

Rates are subject to availability and final confirmation upon booking. For the Silk Road (Gansu–Qinghai) portion, the 2026 rates are coming soon.

Xinjiang validity window

The Xinjiang Northern Winter package is current and valid for travel until March 2026, based on the latest flyer.

Flights and baggage

International roundtrip airfare is included as specified in the flyer, with standard baggage allowance (carry-on and checked baggage). Final flight details are subject to airline schedules and confirmation.

Hotels and room sharing

Hotel accommodations are included as specified in the itinerary (local star rating per flyer). Rooms are typically twin-sharing. Special room requests are subject to availability and may have additional charges.

Meals

Meals are provided as listed in the itinerary. Any additional food or drinks outside the listed meals are for personal account.

Weather and what to pack

Xinjiang winter routes can be very cold with snow/icy conditions. Bring proper winter clothing and footwear. Actual conditions may vary by date and location.

Optional activities and personal expenses

Optional activities (if any) and personal expenses such as phone calls, mini-bar, and other incidentals are not included unless explicitly stated in the flyer.

Itinerary changes

The sequence of the itinerary may change due to weather, traffic, attraction availability, local regulations, or operational adjustments. The overall tour experience will be maintained as much as possible.