Is Urumqi the Departure Point for Chartered Car Tours in Xinjiang Route + Cost Explanation Recommended Itinerary Cost and Price

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Explore Xinjiang:A Comprehensive Guide to Custom Vehicle Travel Starting from Urumqi✨
On the vast land of Xinjiang, every scenic spot is picturesque, attracting countless travelers to explore. For friends planning to travel to Xinjiang, choosing a custom vehicle for travel is undoubtedly a free and comfortable way. This article will provide you with a detailed introduction to the custom vehicle travel routes, costs, and related services starting from Urumqi, helping you easily plan an unforgettable trip to Xinjiang.
I. Detailed Introduction to Routes or Destinations
As the transportation hub of Xinjiang, Urumqi is an ideal starting point for custom vehicle travel in Xinjiang. From here, you can choose different routes to Northern or Southern Xinjiang based on your interests and schedule.
Northern Xinjiang Route:
Northern Xinjiang is renowned for its magnificent natural scenery, covering a variety of landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, forests, and Yardang landforms. Recommended routes include Urumqi to Heavenly Lake of Tianshan Mountains, Koktokay, Burqin, Kanas, Hemu, and Urho Devil City. This route is approximately 1,800 to 2,200 kilometers long, and it is recommended to arrange a 7 to 9-day itinerary to fully appreciate the seasonal changes and natural beauty of Northern Xinjiang.
Southern Xinjiang Route:
Southern Xinjiang attracts travelers with its rich cultural landscapes and vast desert scenery. Recommended routes include Urumqi to Turpan, Korla, Kuqa, Aksu, Kashgar, Taxkorgan, and Hotan. This route will take you through deserts, oases, and ancient cities, allowing you to experience the diverse cultures and unique charm of Southern Xinjiang. The travel time can be arranged according to personal interests, but it is generally recommended to spend at least 10 days to deeply experience the ethnic customs and natural landscapes.
II. Simple Itinerary Arrangement
Taking the Northern Xinjiang route as an example, here is a simple itinerary arrangement:
Day 1:Departure from Urumqi

Explore Xinjiang: A Comprehensive Guide to Custom Vehicle Travel Starting from Urumqi✨Depart from Urumqi in the morning and take a custom vehicle to the Heavenly Lake of Tianshan Mountains scenic area.
Upon arrival, tour the Heavenly Lake, enjoy the scenic views of the lake and mountains, and feel the tranquility and beauty of nature.
Return to Urumqi city for accommodation in the evening.
Day 2:Urumqi to Koktokay
Depart in the morning for Koktokay National Geological Park.
Enjoy the scenery of the Gobi Desert and river valleys along the way, and feel the vastness and magnificence of Xinjiang.
Upon arrival, tour Koktokay and explore its mysterious canyons and waterfalls.
Accommodation near Fuyun or Koktokay in the evening.
Day 3:Koktokay to Burqin
Depart in the morning for Burqin County.
Enjoy the unique landscape of the Rainbow Beach and the magnificent scenery of the Irtysh River along the way.
Upon arrival in Burqin, taste local specialties such as grilled fish.

On the vast land of Xinjiang, every scenic spot is picturesque, attracting countless travelers to explore. For friends planning to travel to Xinjiang, choosing a custom vehicle for travel is undoubtedly a free and comfortable way. This article will provide you with a detailed introduction to the custom vehicle travel routes, costs, and related services starting from Urumqi, helping you easily plan an unforgettable trip to Xinjiang. Accommodation in Burqin County in the evening.
Day 4:Burqin to Kanas
Depart in the morning for the Kanas scenic area.
Pass through Jiadengyu National Forest Park along the way and feel the freshness and tranquility of the primeval forest.
Upon arrival in Kanas, tour attractions such as Kanas Lake and Guanyu Platform, and enjoy the scenic views of the lake and mountains as well as the mysterious legend of the lake monster.
Accommodation in Jiadengyu or inside the scenic area in the evening.
Day 5:Kanas to Hemu
Depart in the morning for Hemu Village.
Enjoy the beautiful scenery of grasslands and forests along the way.
Upon arrival in Hemu, tour Hemu Village and experience the primitive lifestyle of the Tuwa people and their unique wooden house architecture.
Accommodation in a Hemu wooden cabin in the evening and experience the peaceful night under the starry sky.
Day 6:Hemu to Burqin

I. Detailed Introduction to Routes or DestinationsDepart in the morning after enjoying the morning mist and sunrise beauty of Hemu and return to Burqin.
You can tour attractions such as Urho Devil City again along the way.
Accommodation in Burqin County or Beitun City in the evening.
Day 7:Burqin to Urumqi
Depart in the morning and return to Urumqi city.
You can choose to tour other attractions or rest and make changes according to personal interests along the way.
End the pleasant Northern Xinjiang trip upon arrival in Urumqi.
III. Price Description
The price of custom vehicle travel is influenced by various factors, including vehicle type, season, and itinerary days. The following is reference information on custom vehicle costs compiled based on recent data from 2026:
Vehicle Costs:
7-Seater Business Vehicle:Approximately 800 to 1,200 yuan per day during the low season (November to April of the following year); approximately 1,200 to 1,800 yuan per day during the peak season (June to October).
9-Seater to 18-Seater Minibus:Approximately 1,200 to 2,000 yuan per day during the low season; approximately 1,600 to 2,600 yuan per day during the peak season.

As the transportation hub of Xinjiang, Urumqi is an ideal starting point for custom vehicle travel in Xinjiang. From here, you can choose different routes to Northern or Southern Xinjiang based on your interests and schedule.20-Seater or Larger Bus:Suitable for large teams, with costs to be negotiated based on the specific itinerary and number of people.
Costs Include:
Basic service fees such as vehicle usage fees, driver’s salary, fuel fees, toll fees, and parking fees.
Vehicle insurance (compulsory traffic insurance + commercial insurance) and basic maintenance fees.
Costs Do Not Include:
Travelers’ round-trip transportation costs to Xinjiang (such as airplane tickets, train tickets, etc.).
Fees for scenic area tickets, shuttle bus tickets, cable car tickets, etc. during the itinerary.
Travelers’ personal expenses during the itinerary (such as dining, shopping, entertainment, etc.).
Driver’s accommodation and meal fees (can be negotiated to be borne by travelers or uniformly arranged by the travel agency with actual reimbursement).
Please note that the above price recommendations are for reference only. The specific costs need to be determined based on vehicle type, season, itinerary days, and the results of negotiations between both parties, and shall be subject to the actually signed contract.
IV. Registration Method
If you are interested in custom vehicle travel starting from Urumqi, you can register and inquire through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. This travel agency has rich experience in custom vehicle travel and a professional service team, capable of providing you with personalized itinerary planning and attentive travel services.

Northern Xinjiang Route:V. Cost Description and Service Description
Before registering for custom vehicle travel, please be sure to communicate in detail with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency about itinerary arrangements, cost composition, and service content. The specific costs and service details shall be subject to actual consultation and contracting. The following are some common service descriptions:
Vehicle Standards:All vehicles used are regular tourist operation vehicles in good condition and equipped with necessary equipment as required.
Driver Services:Drivers are familiar with the road conditions and routes in Xinjiang and provide enthusiastic and considerate services. They can adjust the itinerary pace according to your reasonable needs.
Itinerary Changes:In case of force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, both parties can negotiate to make reasonable changes to the itinerary.
Insurance Coverage:The travel agency will purchase travel accident insurance for each traveler to ensure a worry-free trip.
Single Registration:When registering as a single person, the travel agency will try its best to coordinate room-sharing to reduce accommodation costs. Special circumstances need to be negotiated separately.
VI. Warm Tips
Xinjiang has a vast territory, and the distances between scenic spots are relatively long. Long daily driving distances are normal. Please arrange rest time reasonably to avoid fatigued driving.
The weather in Xinjiang is changeable, with large temperature differences between morning and evening. Please prepare appropriate clothing and sun protection items according to the season and weather conditions.
During the trip, please respect local customs and folk culture, and do not randomly photograph local residents or sensitive places.
Although custom vehicle travel is free and flexible, it is also necessary to abide by traffic rules and the arrangements of the travel agency. Please try to ensure an orderly itinerary.
Custom vehicle travel starting from Urumqi is an excellent opportunity to explore the natural and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang. Through reasonable itinerary planning and attentive travel services, you will be able to fully appreciate the magnificent scenery and diverse culture of Xinjiang. We hope that the introduction in this article can provide you with useful reference and assistance for your trip to Xinjiang! If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to consult Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.

Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation