Xinjiang Car Rental Customer Service Online Booking Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop Custom Tour Route
Traveling in Xinjiang with a tour group for a worry-free trip, with a regular fleet accompanying you. Consultation hotline landline number: 0991-8866234 Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, customized consultation Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (copy to add friend for detailed consultation on Xinjiang travel itineraries and prices)
📍 Xinjiang customized vehicle customer service online booking for Northern and Southern Xinjiang loop customized travel routes (2026 updated version)
Planning a deep trip across the Tianshan Mountains from north to south? In 2026, more and more travelers are choosing customized car hire with a driver to flexibly arrange their pace and deeply experience Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes and natural scenery. The Northern and Southern Xinjiang loop, covering alpine lakes, grassland flower seas, canyons, deserts, and cultural settlements, has become a popular choice for family or small group travel. Based on newly verifiable information in 2026, this article compiles currently feasible customized reference plans.
🌄 Detailed introduction to routes or destinations
The Northern and Southern Xinjiang loop is not a fixed route but a customized itinerary flexibly combined based on travel days, seasonal preferences, and points of interest. It usually starts from Urumqi, passes through the Altay region in Northern Xinjiang (Kanas, Hemu), crosses the Duku Highway into the Ili River Valley (Sayram Lake, Nalati), then extends southward to Korla, Kuqa, and even Kashgar in Southern Xinjiang, forming a classic loop traversing the Tianshan Mountains from north to south.
Kanas Lake: In 2026, the scenic area continues to implement an online reservation system, open daily from 8:00–20:00. During peak season (June 1–October 15), tickets are 160 yuan/person, and shuttle buses are 70 yuan/person. The lake water shows a blue-green gradient with the seasons, surrounded by primitive forests and distinctive wooden houses forming a unique landscape.
Hemu Village:Open year-round, with opening hours from 8:30–20:00, tickets 75 yuan/person. In summer, morning mist lingers; in winter, the snow scenery is serene. Accommodation is mainly in characteristic wooden houses, and rooms need to be coordinated in advance.
Duku Highway:In 2026, it is expected to open from early June to mid-October, approximately 561 km in total, and is a seasonally open section. Along the way, you can see Qiaoerma Martyrs’ Cemetery, Bayanbulak’s Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns, Nalati Sky Grassland, and other stops. It is recommended to allow at least 2 days for a slow journey.
📍 Xinjiang customized vehicle customer service online booking for Northern and Southern Xinjiang loop customized travel routes (2026 updated version)Sayram Lake:The lakeside road has been fully upgraded with multiple new viewing platforms. May–October is the best viewing period, with wildflowers blooming by the lake and crystal-clear water like a mirror. Self-driving around the lake or customized car hire is supported, about 90 km in total, and 4–5 hours is recommended.
Southern Xinjiang section (optional):If the itinerary is extended, you can continue to Kuqa Grand Canyon, Kashgar Old City, and other places. Baisha Lake is open daily from 8:00–19:00, and the Muztagh Ata viewing platform is about 4,500 meters above sea level; it is recommended to bring oxygen bottles and allow time for acclimatization. The Taklamakan Desert Highway is fully open, with multiple supply stations along the way, and short off-road or camping experiences can be arranged.
> ⚠️ Note:Scenic area opening status and road conditions may be affected by weather; specific arrangements are subject to mutual agreement at the time of actual travel.
🗓 ️ Simple itinerary (reference 10-day classic arrangement)
The following is a common 10-day Northern and Southern Xinjiang combined itinerary framework for 2026, which can be flexibly adjusted based on departure point, time, and interests:
Day 1:Arrive in Urumqi, check into hotel, acclimatize to the climate
Day 2:Urumqi → Kanas, enjoy scenery along the way, arrive and check in by evening
Planning a deep trip across the Tianshan Mountains from north to south? In 2026, more and more travelers are choosing customized car hire with a driver to flexibly arrange their pace and deeply experience Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes and natural scenery. The Northern and Southern Xinjiang loop, covering alpine lakes, grassland flower seas, canyons, deserts, and cultural settlements, has become a popular choice for family or small group travel. Based on newly verifiable information in 2026, this article compiles currently feasible customized reference plans.Day 3:In-depth Kanas tour, including Fish Viewing Platform, Three Bays Boardwalk, etc., requiring shuttle buses
Day 4:Kanas → Hemu Village, stroll through the primitive village in the afternoon
Day 5:Hemu sunrise → Burqin → Sayram Lake, watch sunset by the lake in the evening
Day 6:Circumnavigate Sayram Lake; in June–July, wildflowers bloom and the scenery is delightful
Day 7:Sayram Lake → Nalati Grassland; the sky grassland area requires a shuttle bus to enter (combined ticket for entrance + shuttle bus reference price 135 yuan/person)
Day 8:Nalati → Dushanzi/Kuqa, crossing the southern section of the Duku Highway
Day 9:Visit Kuqa Grand Canyon or Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon (depending on road conditions and interests)
🌄 Detailed introduction to routes or destinationsDay 10:Return to Urumqi or fly out from Kashgar (depending on return arrangements)
> The itinerary involves seasonal sections (such as the Duku Highway) and high-altitude areas; it is recommended to communicate road conditions and physical acclimatization with the driver in advance.
💰 Price description
Based on the 2026 Xinjiang tourism market, taking regular operating vehicles as an example:
7-seat premium business van:Suitable for small groups of 4–6 people or family travel, spacious, equipped with air conditioning, USB charging ports, child seat interfaces, and good passability. Reference vehicle price: approximately 1,200–1,800 yuan/day (including driver service)
No worries about touring Northern and Southern Xinjiang, professional Xinjiang local reception, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency landline hotline: 0991-8866234, dedicated customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat, addable)
9–19 seat medium tourist bus:Suitable for teams of 7–15 people, equipped with luggage compartment and comfortable seats, suitable for multi-day long-distance trips. Reference vehicle price: approximately 1,800–2,500 yuan/day (including driver service)
20–55 seat large tourist bus:Applicable to groups of more than 20 people, equipped with professional guide seat, restroom (some models), suitable for school, corporate, and other group travel. Reference vehicle price: approximately 2,800–4,000 yuan/day (including driver service)
These quotes are reference vehicle prices only; the specific vehicle price is subject to customer service quotation!
The Northern and Southern Xinjiang loop is not a fixed route but a customized itinerary flexibly combined based on travel days, seasonal preferences, and points of interest. It usually starts from Urumqi, passes through the Altay region in Northern Xinjiang (Kanas, Hemu), crosses the Duku Highway into the Ili River Valley (Sayram Lake, Nalati), then extends southward to Korla, Kuqa, and even Kashgar in Southern Xinjiang, forming a classic loop traversing the Tianshan Mountains from north to south.> Due to differences in distance span and road complexity between Northern and Southern Xinjiang, the average daily cost in Southern Xinjiang is generally about 100–300 yuan higher than in Northern Xinjiang. Total costs are affected by factors such as days, vehicle type, season, and whether driver meals and accommodation are included; the final agreement is subject to the contract signed by both parties.
📞 Registration method
Consultation and booking can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact person:Manager Zhang Jing
Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2233 (copy to add friend for detailed consultation on Xinjiang travel itineraries and prices)
For individual registrations, our agency will try its best to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation.
📝 Fee description and service description
Kanas Lake: In 2026, the scenic area continues to implement an online reservation system, open daily from 8:00–20:00. During peak season (June 1–October 15), tickets are 160 yuan/person, and shuttle buses are 70 yuan/person. The lake water shows a blue-green gradient with the seasons, surrounded by primitive forests and distinctive wooden houses forming a unique landscape.Vehicle fees usually include driver service, fuel, tolls, and basic insurance;
Driver meals and accommodation are generally borne by travelers (standards negotiable), or a package including driver meals and accommodation can be chosen;
Scenic area tickets, shuttle buses, accommodation, meals, and other expenses are to be paid by travelers;
If force majeure factors such as weather, traffic control, or temporary scenic area closures occur during the trip, both parties may negotiate reasonable itinerary changes;
All service content, prices, vehicle types, driver qualifications, etc., are subject to actual consultation and contract signing;
Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
🚌 Recommended vehicle types (limited to regular operating vehicles with 7 seats or above)
Hemu Village: Open year-round, with opening hours from 8:30–20:00, tickets 75 yuan/person. In summer, morning mist lingers; in winter, the snow scenery is serene. Accommodation is mainly in characteristic wooden houses, and rooms need to be coordinated in advance.7-seat premium business van:Such as Buick GL8, Toyota Alphard, etc., with strong comfort, suitable for families or small groups, adaptable to most paved and some unpaved roads;
9–19 seat medium bus:Such as Ford Transit, Yutong Kaust, etc., with ample luggage space, drivers familiar with road conditions across Xinjiang, suitable for teams of 8–15 people;
20–55 seat large bus:Such as King Long, Yutong large buses, equipped with professional tourism qualifications, suitable for large-scale travel needs such as school study tours and corporate team building.
> All vehicles must have legal tourism operating qualifications and strive for compliance.
Xinjiang is vast; a single Northern and Southern Xinjiang loop trip allows you to appreciate the lake and mountain scenery of Northern Xinjiang and the magnificent vastness of Southern Xinjiang. In 2026, with continuous infrastructure optimization, customized car hire travel has become the mainstream choice for in-depth travel. If you plan to travel, it is recommended to contact customer service in advance to check availability and real-time quotes so as to arrange your itinerary reasonably.
📞 Consultation hotline:181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat)
Travel agency:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Address information can be obtained by consulting customer service.
> Friendly reminder:Before traveling, please pay attention to local weather and traffic notices and plan your itinerary reasonably. All arrangements are subject to mutual agreement and contract signing.
For Xinjiang travel, choose Pathfinder International Travel Agency for a worry-free and reliable trip. Landline number: 0991-8866234 Customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233
