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[8-Day Northern Xinjiang Twin Lakes Tour] Hemu, Kanas, and Sayram Lake Small Group Tour (Chinese Speaking)
- [Photo Spots]: Hemu, Kanas, Sayram Lake
- [Self-Drive Scenic Area]: Self-drive tour of Sayram Lake
- [Luxury Vehicle]: Travel in a 1+1 luxury 7-seater first-class vehicle
- [Selected Hotels]: 2 nights in a 5-diamond hotel in Urumqi city center + 1 night inside Hemu Scenic Area + 1 night inside Kanas Scenic Area + 1 night at Sayram Lake starry sky camp + 2 nights in 4-diamond hotels
- [Frozen Kanas Lake]: Encounter the serene winter lake surface and enjoy the pure snowy landscape
- [Hemu Fairytale Snow Field]: Enter a winter wonderland village, stroll through the pure white snowy wilderness, visit the popular Hadeng Viewing Platform and the century-old Hemu Ancient Bridge, look out at the holy Beautiful Peak, and take in the ultimate winter scenery of Hemu
- [Professional Service]: Licensed tourist transport vehicles provided for a safe and worry-free travel experience
- [Reliable Service]: Dedicated online concierge available all day for worry-free assistance
- [Carpooling Service]: Small group of 2-6 people, reasonably matched by personality (introvert/extrovert) and age for a comfortable social experience
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① Pregnant women: Due to potential bumpy roads, altitude sickness, or limited emergency rescue conditions during the trip, pregnant women at any stage of pregnancy are not allowed to join the tour.
② Infants under 3 years old: Due to the long distances in Xinjiang, we do not accept infants who cannot move independently.
③ Senior travelers: 70-74 years old: In addition to a health certificate, must be accompanied by 1 immediate family member under 60 years old throughout the trip; 75 years old and above: Due to insurance coverage limitations and high-risk emergency plan requirements, we are unable to accommodate you.
④ Minors traveling alone: Those under 18 years old must provide an authorization letter from a guardian and be accompanied by at least 1 adult relative. Minors without an accompanying relative will not be accepted.
⑤ Individuals without independent mobility: Due to the complex terrain involving high-altitude mountains, as well as long hours of travel and hiking, we are currently unable to accommodate travelers with limited mobility or those who require special care for safety reasons.
⑥ Travelers from Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and foreign countries: Some routes involve border areas; please confirm in advance whether foreign travelers are permitted to enter.
Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, historically known as the Western Regions, is located in northwestern China. With a total area of about 1.6649 million square kilometers, it is the largest provincial-level administrative region in China by land area. The terrain presents a pattern of 'three mountains enclosing two basins', with the Tianshan Mountains running across the territory, dividing Northern and Southern Xinjiang. Since ancient times, it has been a major thoroughfare of the Silk Road, with a rich concentration of multi-ethnic cultures and customs, bringing together diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, Gobi deserts, and vast deserts. With abundant sunshine and rich products, its melons and fruits are famous throughout the country, making it a magnificent and culturally unique tourist destination.
Located in Burqin County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang, Hemu is situated in a basin at the foot of the Altai Mountains, where the Kanas River and Hemu River meet. At an average altitude of about 1,300 meters, it is the northernmost settlement of the Tuvan people in China and is known as one of the 'Top 10 Most Beautiful Villages in China' and 'God's Private Land'. The village is scattered with log cabins characteristic of the Tuvan people, with the Hemu River flowing through it, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and dense birch forests, preserving its pristine ecology. It is famous for its cool summers, golden autumns, powdery snow in winter, morning mist, and starry skies, making it a representative fairy-tale village and photography destination in Northern Xinjiang.
Sayram Lake is located in the Tianshan Mountains in Bole City, Xinjiang. It is a national 5A-level scenic spot, historically known as the 'Pure Sea'. The lake surface is at an altitude of 2,071 meters, covering an area of about 453 square kilometers. The water is crystal clear with a transparency of up to 12 meters. As the last place reached by the warm and humid air currents from the Atlantic Ocean, it is known as the 'Last Tear of the Atlantic'. Surrounded by snow-capped mountains and vast grasslands, the scenery is picturesque, making it a must-visit alpine lake secret in Northern Xinjiang.
Purchase Notice
Important Notice:
1. According to the regulations of the Transportation Management Bureau, drivers of commercial vehicles in Xinjiang are limited to 600 km per day. If this limit is exceeded, the driver faces a heavy fine of 20,000-100,000 and the revocation of their business license. Therefore, outside of the planned itinerary, it is recommended that you arrange your own taxi or other suitable transportation for daily travel. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
2. The price of travel products is affected by dynamic factors such as booking period, channel policies, resource procurement scale, and hotel room availability. It is normal for there to be reasonable price differences between different batches of bookings, and price differences will not be accepted. Thank you for your understanding.
3. The schedule and order of sightseeing listed in the above itinerary are for reference only. The travel agency and driver may adjust the itinerary based on traffic, weather, road conditions, and many other factors. In case of special reasons (such as weather, road conditions, etc.), tourists may negotiate with the travel agency (driver) and sign an itinerary change form for the whole group to adjust the itinerary.
4. If you are traveling alone and agree to share a room, you do not need to pay the single room supplement! We only guarantee that roommates will be of the same gender and do not promise specific information such as age, occupation, or region. For example, a male traveler may share a room with a male traveler of a different age group or the driver. If you do not agree, please pay the single room supplement! (The specific amount is subject to the itinerary quotation).
If you are traveling alone and require a single room, you must pay the single room supplement! (The specific amount is subject to the itinerary quotation).
If three/five people book together, one person will be arranged to share a room. If you do not agree, you must pay the single room supplement! (The specific amount is subject to the itinerary quotation).
5. The mileage and travel time marked in the itinerary do not include time for sightseeing in scenic spots, meals on the way, bathroom breaks, traffic jams, etc. The specific driving time will be determined based on actual conditions such as the day's road conditions and security check levels. Please be aware of this.
6. As Xinjiang is still a relatively underdeveloped region, hotels are very different from those in the interior, especially in scenic areas, where we can only guarantee cleanliness and hygiene. Even so, rooms are hard to find during peak season. Most hotels do not have triple rooms.
7. This trip is a carpooling trip, which is different from a private charter service. To ensure a fair and equal travel experience for every tourist and to allow everyone to have a comfortable ride, seats will be rotated daily during the trip.
8. This carpooling tour is not equipped with a full-time tour guide, only an experienced professional driver to accompany you throughout the journey. Because the road conditions in the mountainous areas of Xinjiang are complex and changeable, long-distance driving requires the driver to be highly focused and vigilant at all times to ensure the safety of everyone's travel. Therefore, the driver cannot be distracted to talk too much or participate in interactions with everyone. We hope all tourists will understand. It is recommended that you prepare your travel guide in advance to better appreciate the magnificent scenery and cultural customs of Xinjiang. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
9. Please pay attention to your personal safety and property safety during free time and when participating in self-funded activities. High-risk projects such as horse riding, paragliding, rappelling, and cable cars are not recommended.
[About Complimentary Items and Experience Instructions]:
🎁 Yogurt, wet wipes, and bottled water provided in the car for routes departing from Urumqi 🎁 Surprise gift for honeymooners 🎁 Self-driving around Sayram Lake 🎁 Hemu Memory light luxury travel photography 🎁 General Mountain sunset cable car 🎁 Jikepulin Alpine powdery snow experience (optional) 🎁 Internet-famous limited 'water splashing into ice' experience 🎁 Bozhou specialty clay pot hot pot with snow mountain and lake views 🎁 Birthday cake for guests celebrating their birthday 🎁 Complimentary drone aerial photography (15 seconds/group) 🎁 No single room supplement for those who volunteer to share a room 🎁 Complimentary 24-hour airport pickup and drop-off 🎁 Accommodation inside Kanas Scenic Area 🎁 Accommodation inside Hemu Scenic Area 🎁 Online small butler
Reminders
A minimum of 2 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 1 day(s) before the departure date
Pickup notice: You will receive a call or text message from the travel agency regarding your pickup arrangements by 10 PM on the day before departure. Please keep your phone reachable. If you have not received any notification after 10 PM, please contact Customer Support immediately.
Safety Note: There are many cats, dogs, and wild animals in the scenic area. Do not touch or feed them. When participating in high-risk activities such as horseback riding, please choose carefully based on your own condition and it is recommended to select a licensed horse team to ensure your personal safety.
