Winter evening at Hemu village
Kanas · Hemu · Baihaba · Sayram Lake

9-Day Kanas, Hemu, Baihaba & Sayram Lake Tour

A slower nine-day route with two consecutive Hemu nights, a Baihaba cabin night and a complete Sayram Lake experience.

9 days2–6 guests1+1 first-class vehicleLocal driver serviceLand-only base price
2–6 guestssmall winter group
8hotel nights included
2 nightsHemu stay
MYRland-only pricing
Route overview

What makes this route different

The 9-day version removes the rushed feeling by adding a second full Hemu night. It keeps the border landscapes, Kanas and Sayram Lake while leaving more room for skiing, photography, bonfire evenings and weather changes.

Two Hemu nights

More time for skiing, village walks, photography and evening atmosphere.

Baihaba border stay

G219 scenery, the Grand Canyon, Lonely Tree and a large-window snow cabin.

Kanas winter scenery

Kanas Lake, the Three Bays and seasonal snow activities.

Sayram Lake

360° drive, second entry and a seasonal follow-car drone clip.

Accommodation plan

  • 1 night Urumqi 5-star
  • 2 nights 4-star
  • 2 nights Hemu cabins
  • 1 night Baihaba
  • 1 night Sayram Lake 5-star
  • 1 night Urumqi selected hotel

Day-by-day itinerary

D1

Arrive in Urumqi

Meet the local team and transfer to one of the selected 5-star hotels. The remaining time is free.

Urumqi · 5-star hotel
D2

S21 Desert Highway → General Mountain → Altay

Travel the S21 winter highway, ride the General Mountain sunset cable car and experience the evening party and Blue Hour. Optional night skiing is at your own cost.

Altay · 4-star hotel
D3

Altay → G219 → Baihaba

Follow G219 to the China–Kazakh Grand Canyon, Lonely Tree and the Baihaba S-bend. Overnight in the border snow village.

Baihaba · large-window snow cabin
D4

Baihaba → Kanas → Hemu

Continue to Kanas Lake and the Three Bays. Choose the seasonal snowmobile or horse-sled experience when operating, then continue to Hemu.

Hemu · snow-view cabin
D5

Full day in Hemu

Use the included four-hour beginner ski experience at Jikepulin when operating. In the evening, visit the Blue Hour viewpoint, join the seasonal bonfire and enjoy stargazing.

Hemu · snow-view cabin
D6

Hemu → Karamay

Spend the morning on a relaxed Hemu walk with winter snow play and the included six-scene photo session. Continue toward Karamay in the afternoon.

Karamay · 4-star hotel
D7

Karamay → Sayram Lake

Drive a full 360° circuit around Sayram Lake with its main winter viewpoints. A seasonal follow-car drone clip is included.

Sayram Lake · 5-star lake-view room
D8

Sayram Lake → Urumqi

Return to the lake for a relaxed morning walk when conditions allow, then travel toward Urumqi with Tian Shan views.

Urumqi · selected hotel near the Grand Bazaar
D9

Depart Urumqi

Breakfast and transfer to the airport or railway station according to the confirmed onward journey.

Tour ends in Urumqi
Seasonal prices

9-day price by travel date

Per-person land-only prices in Malaysian ringgit. Final availability and inclusions are confirmed in writing.

Travel datesPrice per person
RM3,250
RM3,310
RM3,770
RM3,830
RM3,480
RM4,120
RM3,540

Rates assume two guests sharing a room. International flights, unlisted domestic air or rail sectors, visa fees, meals unless confirmed, single-room requests, hotel upgrades and optional activities are additional.

What the package covers

Included services and exclusions

Included

  • 8 hotel nights including two Hemu nights and one Baihaba night
  • 1+1 first-class winter vehicle with local driver service
  • Kanas, Baihaba and Hemu listed entrance tickets and scheduled scenic transport
  • Kanas snowmobile or horse sled one-choice experience when operating
  • 4-hour beginner ski at Jikepulin when operating from around 20 November
  • Hemu snow photography session with 9 edited images when operating
  • Sayram Lake 360° drive and seasonal follow-car drone clip
  • 24-hour airport pickup, online trip support and travel insurance

Not included

  • International flights, China visa fees and travel documents
  • Domestic air or rail sectors not listed in the final written quote
  • Lunch and dinner unless specifically confirmed
  • Optional activities, personal shopping, hotel extras and single-room supplement
  • Costs caused by weather, road controls, flight changes or events outside the operator's control
Before you book

9-day winter tour FAQ

Is this a fully private tour?

The listed price is for a 2–6 guests join-in small group unless the route card explicitly says 2–4 guests. A private charter can be quoted separately.

Are international flights included?

No. International flights, domestic air or rail sectors not listed above, visa fees and personal expenses are separate unless stated in the final written quote.

Are snow activities guaranteed?

No. Skiing, snowmobiles, horse sleds, the bonfire, cable cars and scenic-area access depend on weather, snow and local operations. The final arrangements are confirmed for your travel dates.

Can children or older guests join?

Share all ages and mobility needs before booking. Infants, pregnant travellers and guests aged 75 or older are not accepted; guests aged 70–74 require a health declaration and an accompanying adult under 60.

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Plan your 9-day winter route

Send your departure city, dates, adults, children and whether you want land-only or flight-inclusive pricing. We will confirm the exact hotels, vehicle, route order and inclusions in writing.

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