Xinjiang Customer Service Online Answers Questions About Travel Booking Route Prices
Xinjiang tourism customized vehicle service for a comfortable trip, a licensed fleet with itineraries customized to your wishes, consultation hotline landline: 0991-8866234, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, customization consultant Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (copy and add as friend for detailed consultation on Xinjiang travel itineraries and prices)
【Xinjiang In-Depth Tour:From route planning to cost breakdown, customer service is online to answer your questions】
🌄 Detailed introduction to the route or destination:Northern Xinjiang Kanas + Ili Grasslands Loop
Kanas and the Ili Grasslands in Northern Xinjiang are the “twin jewels” of Xinjiang’s natural scenery. In 2026, thanks to transportation upgrades and optimized scenic area services, this loop has become a popular choice for visitors to experience Xinjiang’s beauty across the four seasons.
Kanas Scenic Area centers on the “Three Bays and One Lake”:Fairy Bay’s morning mist is like gauze, Moon Bay winds like a crescent moon, Sleeping Dragon Bay rests quietly among the mountains, and the waters of Kanas Lake change color with the seasons—emerald green in summer and golden yellow in autumn. The hiking boardwalk within the scenic area is 12 kilometers long, connecting attractions such as Fish Watching Terrace and the Birch Forest, suitable for visitors who enjoy slow travel. In 2026, the scenic area added electric sightseeing vehicles covering the core area, making it convenient for visitors to tour flexibly.
The Ili Grasslands are represented by three major grasslands: Nalati, Kalajun, and Bayanbulak. Nalati Grassland’s Sky Grassland sits at an altitude of 2,200 meters, with wildflowers everywhere in summer and forests dyed in layered colors in autumn; Kalajun Grassland is famous for its “human body grassland,” with rolling grassy slopes as graceful as human curves; the sunset over the winding Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns of Bayanbulak Grassland is a must-visit scene for photography enthusiasts. In 2026, the Ili grasslands added horseback riding experience areas with professional horsemen accompanying, greatly improving safety.
🗺 ️ Simple Itinerary (2026 Reference Version)
【7-Day Loop Itinerary】
Day One:Meet in Urumqi
【Xinjiang In-Depth Tour: From route planning to cost breakdown, customer service is online to answer your questions】Morning:Arrive in Urumqi; for free time, we recommend the International Grand Bazaar to experience handicrafts and cuisine of various ethnic groups.
Afternoon:Go to Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to sign the travel contract and confirm vehicle type and itinerary details.
Day Two:Urumqi – Burqin (about 600 km, 8 hours by car)
Drive along the Junggar Basin, passing the Karamay Oilfield viewing platform, and arrive in Burqin in the evening; take a night tour of Wucaitan (Five-Colored Beach) to see the yardang landforms and the sunset over the Irtysh River.
Day Three:Burqin – Kanas (about 180 km, 3.5 hours by car)
Spend the full day touring Kanas Scenic Area; take the shuttle bus to Fish Watching Terrace to overlook Kanas Lake, hike the Three Bays in the afternoon, and stay overnight in a cabin within the scenic area.
Day Four:Kanas – Hemu Village (about 80 km, 2 hours by car)
In the morning, head to Hemu Village and climb the Haden Platform to see the Tuvan wooden houses in the morning mist; in the afternoon, experience horseback riding or hike through the birch forest.
🌄 Detailed introduction to the route or destination: Northern Xinjiang Kanas + Ili Grasslands LoopDay Five:Hemu Village – Karamay (about 500 km, 7 hours by car)
Cross the Gurbantunggut Desert, pass by the Urho Ghost City, and arrive in Karamay in the evening to taste local cold-water fish.
Day Six:Karamay – Nalati Grassland (about 450 km, 6 hours by car)
Drive along the northern section of the Duku Highway; in summer you can enjoy wildflowers along the way; arrive in Nalati in the afternoon and take the shuttle bus to the Sky Grassland.
Day Seven:Nalati – Urumqi (about 500 km, 7 hours by car)
On the return trip, you can stop at the Jinghe goji berry plantation for a visit; arrive in Urumqi in the evening, ending the itinerary.
💰 Price Description (2026 Reference Information)
【Cost Breakdown】
Kanas and the Ili Grasslands in Northern Xinjiang are the “twin jewels” of Xinjiang’s natural scenery. In 2026, thanks to transportation upgrades and optimized scenic area services, this loop has become a popular choice for visitors to experience Xinjiang’s beauty across the four seasons. Transportation: 7-55 seat vehicles are assigned according to group size; a 7-seat business vehicle is about 800 yuan/day, a 15-seat minibus about 1,200 yuan/day, a 33-seat coach about 1,800 yuan/day, and a 55-seat coach about 2,500 yuan/day (these quotes are all reference vehicle prices; the specific vehicle price is subject to the customer service quote).
Accommodation:Cabins within the Kanas and Hemu scenic areas are about 600-800 yuan/night, hotels at Nalati Grassland about 400-600 yuan/night, and four-star hotels in Urumqi about 500 yuan/night.
Tickets:Kanas + shuttle bus 280 yuan/person, Hemu Village 102 yuan/person, Nalati Grassland 135 yuan/person, Wucaitan 45 yuan/person (subject to the scenic area’s posted prices on the day).
Meals:Group meal standard is about 50-80 yuan/person/meal; during free time you can taste specialty foods such as baked samsa and hand-grabbed rice.
【Special Notice】
No need to worry about touring Northern and Southern Xinjiang; professional customized vehicle service and customized independent travel, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency landline hotline: 0991-8866234, dedicated customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (same number on WeChat, can be added)
Prices may fluctuate with the seasons; June-August is the peak tourist season, so booking 1 month in advance is recommended; during the September-October autumn scenery season, an additional photography guide service fee applies (optional). Specific costs are subject to the contract or confirmation on the day.
📞 How to Register
You can register through the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; customer service manager Zhang Jing will provide you with one-on-one itinerary customization service.
Kanas Scenic Area centers on the “Three Bays and One Lake”: Fairy Bay’s morning mist is like gauze, Moon Bay winds like a crescent moon, Sleeping Dragon Bay rests quietly among the mountains, and the waters of Kanas Lake change color with the seasons—emerald green in summer and golden yellow in autumn. The hiking boardwalk within the scenic area is 12 kilometers long, connecting attractions such as Fish Watching Terrace and the Birch Forest, suitable for visitors who enjoy slow travel. In 2026, the scenic area added electric sightseeing vehicles covering the core area, making it convenient for visitors to tour flexibly.📋 Cost Description and Service Description
【Cost Includes】
Transportation:Air-conditioned tourist vehicle of 7-55 seats throughout the trip, including fuel, tolls, and driver service fee.
Accommodation:6 nights in comfortable hotels or specialty accommodation in scenic areas (double standard rooms; for single registrants we will do our best to arrange room sharing, and special circumstances require separate negotiation).
Tickets:First-tier admission tickets and shuttle buses for the attractions listed in the itinerary.
Meals:6 breakfasts + 5 group meals (other meals are self-arranged).
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance + travel accident insurance.
【Cost Does Not Include】
The Ili Grasslands are represented by three major grasslands: Nalati, Kalajun, and Bayanbulak. Nalati Grassland’s Sky Grassland sits at an altitude of 2,200 meters, with wildflowers everywhere in summer and forests dyed in layered colors in autumn; Kalajun Grassland is famous for its “human body grassland,” with rolling grassy slopes as graceful as human curves; the sunset over the winding Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns of Bayanbulak Grassland is a must-visit scene for photography enthusiasts. In 2026, the Ili grasslands added horseback riding experience areas with professional horsemen accompanying, greatly improving safety. Personal expenses (such as horseback riding, photography guides, etc.), self-paid items, and tickets to attractions outside the itinerary.
【Service Description】
If unforeseeable factors such as weather or road conditions occur during the trip, the itinerary may be reasonably changed upon mutual agreement; the specific service content is subject to actual consultation and signing.
🚌 Vehicle Recommendations (2026 Upgraded Version)
7-seat Buick GL8:Suitable for small groups of 3-4 people, spacious, equipped with charging ports and a luggage compartment, suitable for family or friends travel (reference price 800 yuan/day).
15-seat Ford Transit:Suitable for teams of 6-10 people, adjustable seats, large luggage compartment capacity, suitable for photography groups or corporate team building (reference price 1,200 yuan/day).
33-seat Yutong Coach:Suitable for teams of 15-25 people, equipped with air conditioning and USB ports, suitable for senior groups or study tours (reference price 1,800 yuan/day).
55-seat King Long Coach:Suitable for large teams of 30 or more people, double-decker luggage compartment, suitable for conference receptions or large events (reference price 2,500 yuan/day).
🗺️ Simple Itinerary (2026 Reference Version)🌸 Season and Operating Status Notice
Kanas Scenic Area:Open from May 1 to October 15; after October, entry is recommended only for self-driving visitors (advance registration required).
Nalati Grassland:Open from April 20 to October 10; the Sky Grassland flowering period is June-July, and the best autumn scenery time is late September.
Duku Highway:Usually open from June 1 to October 10; the specific dates are subject to announcements by the transportation authorities.
💡 Practical Suggestions
Document Preparation:Valid ID and permits (if you need to go to Baihaba Village, you can apply at the Kanas Scenic Area transfer center).
Clothing Suggestions:Xinjiang has a large temperature difference between day and night; in summer bring a light down jacket, and in autumn bring a windbreaker; the grassland areas have strong ultraviolet rays, so bring sunscreen and sunglasses.
Cultural Experience:In the Tuvan villages within Kanas Scenic Area you can experience khoomei (throat singing) performances, and at Nalati Grassland you can watch song and dance performances of various ethnic groups.
Xinjiang’s beauty lies in the grandeur of its mountains and rivers and the depth of its culture. Whether it is the lakes and mountains of Kanas or the vastness of the Ili Grasslands, you need to measure them with your footsteps and record them with your eyes. If you still have questions about itinerary planning, cost details, or vehicle selection, please contact customer service manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and we will provide professional answers to make your Xinjiang trip worry-free and reassuring!
For Xinjiang travel, choose Pathfinder International Travel Agency; customized vehicle travel is worry-free and reliable, landline: 0991-8866234, customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233
