Top Winter Break Skiing Destinations: Urumqi and Northern Xinjiang

Winter break is here! Want to experience the fun of skiing? Come to Urumqi and Northern Xinjiang! This 10-day itinerary will take you to a skiing paradise! -- 🏃 Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi, enjoy 24-hour airport transfer service, and check in to a downtown hotel. Free time. Day 2: Visit Tianchi Lake, experience the hot springs in the snow, and check in to a 5-star hotel in Urumqi. Day 3–4: Travel along the S21 Desert Highway, visit the lesser-known Sea Devil City and Ulungur Lake, stroll through Kanas and Hemu, and check in to a hotel in Hemu Scenic Area. Day 5–6: Wake up naturally in Hemu, head to Urho, explore the World Devil City, enjoy a hot pot by the Blue Ice Lake, and finally arrive at Sayram Lake. Check in to a hotel at the entrance to the scenic area. Day 7–8: Explore Sayram Lake in depth, experience winter snow activities, head to Xinyuan, and visit Nalati. Check in to a 5-star hotel in Xinyuan for two consecutive nights. Day 9: Visit Yining Liuxing Street, visit Swan Lake (December–January), return to Urumqi, and check in to a 5-star hotel. Day 10: After breakfast at the hotel in Urumqi, enjoy 24-hour transfer service to the station. End of trip. -- Must-visit attractions: 🌟 Sayram Lake: The lake is as clear as a sapphire, surrounded by grasslands with colorful wildflowers. It's breathtakingly beautiful. 🌲 Kanas Scenic Area: Explore the mysterious Kanas, where you might encounter the legendary lake monster and see the color-changing lake! 🏞️ Tianchi Lake: Standing by the lake, you can see the Bogda Peak clearly reflected in the lake, surrounded by spruce trees. It's like stepping into a fairyland. -- Travel essentials: Urumqi and Northern Xinjiang packing list 👗 Clothing: A fleece-lined 3-in-1 jacket is warm and windproof, perfect for the winter in Northern Xinjiang. Also, don't forget to bring a pair of comfortable and versatile long pants. Martin boots are also a good choice for exploring Northern Xinjiang. 🎒 Accessories: A full-coverage sun hat, sunglasses, and sun protection gloves are essential for the sunny weather in Xinjiang. Also, bring a disposable raincoat for unexpected weather. 📋 Documents: Bring your ID card and driver's license. If you have a student ID, tour guide ID, or other discount cards, don't forget to bring them. You can save a lot on tickets! 💊 Medicine: Motion sickness patches, cold medicine, and band-aids. Health comes first when traveling. 🔋 Other: Power bank and charging cable. Make sure your phone is fully charged. Also, bring sunscreen. The UV rays in Northern Xinjiang are no joke. Once you're prepared, you can enjoy your trip to Urumqi and Northern Xinjiang! -- A trip to Northern Xinjiang starts in Urumqi, but there's so much more to explore. Don't hesitate, set off to discover your own adventure!