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Reject the typical tourist tours to Altay! This is what a truly comfortable and in-depth travel experience is all about!

❄️In winter, Altay transforms into a snow-covered paradise, but let's be honest: are you also tired of those cheesy tours? Rushing through itineraries, enduring hardship and exhaustion, only to have the beautiful scenery you've been anticipating flash by outside the car window? Our meticulously crafted winter route in Altay never aimed to cram in every attraction; we simply want to offer you a comfortable and unhurried trip. 💛 We prioritize "subtraction" before "optimization"—that's what a winter trip to Altay should be like. Too many tours use "checking off all the must-see spots" as their selling point, ignoring the realities of winter in Xinjiang: temperatures dropping to -20 or -30 degrees Celsius, driving hundreds of kilometers early in the morning and late at night, endlessly extending routes amidst snow-covered mountain roads, ultimately leaving you exhausted and overshadowing the scenery. Our product logic is simple: cut out redundant check-in points, keeping only the core highlights; repeatedly calculate road conditions and travel times, strictly controlling travel time. ❄️ We don't shy away from popular spots, but we aim to provide a truly unique and in-depth experience just for you. We don't deliberately avoid popular tourist destinations like Hemu and Kanas, but we also won't treat you as a mere passerby. We'll take you away from the crowds at Hemu's Water Street, on a hike through tranquil forests and along glaciers, and into authentic Tuvan hunter's huts to experience the true essence of the land, rather than the crowded "tourist attraction" feel. We don't offer "limited-time experiences" in snow and ice: Slide down Hemu's less-traveled snow slopes on snow tubes and feel the wind whisper in your ears; ride horses along the Kanas River through the taiga forest, making "playing in the snow" a truly immersive experience. The best part? A two-night stay in Baihaba! This quieter border village allows you to escape the rush of a "check-off and go" experience: an evening bonfire on the snow with a glass of wine is a rare tranquility in Altay. 🏡 More than just scenery, it's about understanding the people behind the landscape. The beauty of Altay lies not only in the grandeur of its snow-capped mountains and lakes, but also in the Tuva people who have lived there for generations. We didn't want a perfunctory "Tuva family visit" performance; instead, we woven the cultural experience into every aspect: listening to traditional Tuva music in a century-old house in Hemu, singing and dancing with villagers around a bonfire, and feeling the simple and warm hospitality of this border village. 🌟 No one-size-fits-all approach, a relaxed ending. The departure point was deliberately chosen to be in Altay. Ski enthusiasts can stay and enjoy the "ski kingdom," while those who don't ski can explore the snow-covered city of Altay and experience its tranquil beauty—a small city with abundant snow. 📅 7 Days 6 Nights Itinerary Overview: D1: Arrive in Urumqi D2: S21 Desert Highway → Ulungur Lake → Burqin D3: Hemu → Private Tuva Hunter's Lodge D4: Hemu Old Village → Kanas Three Bays → Baihaba D5: Kanas Taiga Forest → Kanas Lake → Baihaba Wine Dinner D6: Lonely Tree → Baihaba Grand Canyon → Terekti Township → Altay D7: Departure in Altay, optional return to Urumqi by car This winter, join Sea Dog Travel to explore Altay! No gimmicks, just three principles: comfortable itinerary, in-depth experience, and heartwarming travel.
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Posted: Dec 11, 2025
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