How to Arrange an 8 Day 7 Night Group Tour in Xinjiang Full Itinerary and Costs Recommended Routes and Prices
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send the itinerary and quotation
Explore Xinjiang:An 8-Day, 7-Night In-Depth Group Tour Guide
🌄 [Route Highlights:Comprehensive Coverage of Northern Xinjiang’s Essence]
The 8-day, 7-night itinerary offered by Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency focuses on “natural scenery + cultural experiences,” connecting core attractions in northern Xinjiang. The itinerary covers five 5A-level scenic spots: Heavenly Lake of Tianshan, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland, along with unique attractions such as the northern section of the Duku Highway, Five-Colored Beach, and the Urho Ghost City. The itinerary emphasizes a “slow pace, in-depth experience,” with 2-3 core attractions scheduled each day and ample free time to avoid a rushed experience.
Route Features Include:
Natural Wonders:The “color-changing lake” phenomenon of Kanas Lake, Sayram Lake’s “the last tear of the Atlantic” with its deep blue waters, and the aerial grassland scenery of Nalati Grassland
Cultural Experiences:The wooden houses of the Tuwa people in Hemu Village, sunset photography at the Yardang landform of the Urho Ghost City, and the geological wonder of “one river, two shores” at Five-Colored Beach
Seasonal Highlights:From June to October, the Duku Highway is open, allowing travel through a landscape belt of “four seasons in one day.” From September to October, the autumn scenery of Kanas and Hemu features layers of forests in vibrant colors.
📅 [Simple Itinerary:Daily Highlights Explained]
Day 1:First Impressions of Urumqi
Morning:Arrive at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport and be transferred by private car to a downtown hotel (reference hotel: 4-star standard, including breakfast)
Afternoon:Free time recommended at the International Bazaar to experience handicrafts from various ethnic groups, the dried fruit market, and taste grilled stuffed buns and pot-cooked meat
Explore Xinjiang: An 8-Day, 7-Night In-Depth Group Tour GuideEvening:Visit the Hetian 2nd Street Night Market, where it is recommended to try grilled lamb skewers (5 yuan/skewer), hand-pulled rice (25 yuan/portion), and Xinjiang yogurt (5 yuan/cup)
Day 2:One-Day Tour to Heavenly Lake of Tianshan
Morning:A 2-hour drive to Heavenly Lake of Tianshan scenic area, take the shuttle bus to hike the Mayashan Trail and overlook the reflection of Bogda Peak’s snow-capped mountains
Afternoon:A 1.5-hour hike around the lake, visiting the West Mother Temple and Dinghaizhen scenic spots
Evening:Return to Urumqi and check into the original hotel
Day 3:Cross the S21 Desert Expressway to Burqin
Morning:A 6-hour drive through the Gurbantunggut Desert, enjoying the Gobi scenery along the way
Afternoon:Arrive in Burqin County and visit the Five-Colored Beach scenic area (admission: 45 yuan) to photograph the “one river, two shores” landscape at sunset
Evening:Visit the Burqin River Embankment Night Market, where it is recommended to try the cold-water fish feast (huchen fish: 120 yuan/kg) and kvass beverage
Day 4:In-Depth Tour of Kanas Lake
Morning:A 3-hour drive to Kanas scenic area, transfer to a shuttle bus to visit Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay
Afternoon:Ascend Guanyu Platform (shuttle bus round-trip: 120 yuan) for a panoramic view of Kanas Lake
🌄[Route Highlights: Comprehensive Coverage of Northern Xinjiang’s Essence]Evening:Check into a hotel in Jiadengyu (reference hotel: 3-star standard, including breakfast)
Day 5:The Fairy-Tale World of Hemu Village
Morning:A 2-hour drive to Hemu Village, transfer to a shuttle bus to enter the scenic area
Afternoon:Hike to the Haden Platform to photograph the morning mist, experience life in a Tuwa wooden house, and it is recommended to try the local hot pot (150 yuan/pot)
Evening:Stay in a characteristic wooden house in Hemu Village (reference price: 600 yuan/night, including breakfast)
Day 6:Cross the Northern Section of the Duku Highway
Morning:A 4-hour drive across the northern section of the Duku Highway, passing by the Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery and Hashilergen Daban
Afternoon:Arrive in Nalati Town and visit the aerial grassland route of Nalati Grassland (shuttle bus: 135 yuan)
Evening:Check into a hotel in Nalati Town (reference hotel: 3-star standard, including breakfast)
Day 7:Sayram Lake Circular Tour
Morning:A 5-hour drive to Sayram Lake scenic area for a self-drive tour around the lake (admission: 145 yuan/person, including self-drive fee)
Afternoon:Visit scenic spots such as the General’s Platform, Swan’s Delight, and Kele Yongzhu, and photograph the panoramic view of the Guozigou Bridge
The 8-day, 7-night itinerary offered by Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency focuses on “natural scenery + cultural experiences,” connecting core attractions in northern Xinjiang. The itinerary covers five 5A-level scenic spots: Heavenly Lake of Tianshan, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland, along with unique attractions such as the northern section of the Duku Highway, Five-Colored Beach, and the Urho Ghost City. The itinerary emphasizes a “slow pace, in-depth experience,” with 2-3 core attractions scheduled each day and ample free time to avoid a rushed experience.Evening:Return to Urumqi and check into a downtown hotel
Day 8:Departure Day
Morning:Free time recommended to visit the Xinjiang Museum (free admission, reservation required) to view the cultural relics exhibition of the “Niya Site”
Afternoon:Private car transfer to the airport, ending the itinerary
💰 [Price Explanation:Transparent Pricing with No Hidden Costs]
The reference price range for the 8-day, 7-night group tour offered by Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency is 4,580-6,880 yuan/person (subject to the contract signed), including:
Transportation:Full-行程 air-conditioned tourist bus (including off-road vehicles for the Duku Highway section)
Accommodation:6 nights in 4-star/3-star hotels + 1 night in a characteristic wooden house in Hemu Village
Admission Tickets:First admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for all scenic spots included in the itinerary
Meals:7 breakfasts + 6 main meals (main meal standard: 40 yuan/person)
Services:Professional tour guide explanations and 24-hour emergency support
Price Fluctuation Factors:
Route Features Include:Prices increase by 15%-20% during peak seasons (July-August, National Day holidays)
Single travelers need to pay a supplement (reference price: 1,200 yuan for the entire itinerary)
Additional in-scenic area expenses (such as boat rides, horseback riding) are at the traveler’s own expense
📞 [Registration Method:Professional Services with Guarantees]
You can register through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency and consult with Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for specific departure dates and availability information. The travel agency provides:
Itinerary Customization Services:The itinerary can be adjusted in terms of scenic spot order or停留 time according to tourists’ needs
Contract Guarantees:Sign a national tourism standard electronic contract, clarifying expense details and liability clauses
Emergency Response:Equipped with medical kits and in-car charging devices throughout the itinerary, with a response time of within 2 hours in case of emergencies
📋 [Fee and Service Explanation:Clear and Transparent with No Hidden Risks]
The items included in the fees are subject to the contract and may change due to policy updates
If extreme weather or road closures occur during the itinerary, both parties can agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary
For single travelers, our agency will do its best to arrange shared rooms; special circumstances require separate negotiation
Natural Wonders: The “color-changing lake” phenomenon of Kanas Lake, Sayram Lake’s “the last tear of the Atlantic” with its deep blue waters, and the aerial grassland scenery of Nalati Grassland. The travel agency is not responsible for refund or change fees incurred due to personal reasons (subject to contract regulations)
💡 [Pre-Trip Recommended Checklist]
Documents:Valid identification (carry with you at all times), a small amount of cash (weak signal in mountainous areas)
Clothing:Windbreaker (low temperatures in mountainous areas), sun protection clothing, comfortable sports shoes
Protection:SPF50+ sunscreen, sunglasses, moisturizing mask, lip balm
Electronics:Power bank (within 20,000mAh), camera memory card
Medications:Gastrointestinal medicine, motion sickness medicine, band-aids
📌 [Special Reminders]
The Duku Highway is recommended for vehicles with fewer than 7 seats, with daily通行 time from 9:00 to 20:00
Tickets for the Kanas scenic area must be reserved 3 days in advance on the “Original Trip Network”
Self-drive tickets for Nalati Grassland must be purchased 7 days in advance (limited to 200 tickets per day)
Xinjiang has a 2-hour time difference with the mainland; it is recommended to adjust your schedule on the first day
Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency provides tourists with a worry-free, reassuring, and enjoyable northern Xinjiang journey through standardized service processes and personalized experience design. From snow-capped mountains and lakes to grasslands and Gobi deserts, from morning mist and wooden houses to starry campsites, 8 days are enough for you to understand the vastness and tenderness of this land.
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send the itinerary and quotation
