North and South Xinjiang Group Tour One Stop Visit to Must Play Attractions in North and South Xinjiang 16 Day Happy Trip Recommended Itinerary Price
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
Star Recommendation✨:16-Day In-Depth Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang | Unlock Snow-Capped Mountains, Grasslands, and Ancient City Wonders in One Go
Comprehensive Collection of Must-Visit Attractions in Northern and Southern Xinjiang
[Natural Scenery of Northern Xinjiang]
Tianshan Tianchi (Heavenly Lake):At an altitude of 1,910 meters, this ‘picturesque paradise lake’ offers boat rides to admire the reflection of Bogda Peak up close. The lakeside trail connects cultural sites like the West Queen Mother Temple and Dinghaizhen.
Kanas Lake:Climb Guanyu Platform for a panoramic view of the color-changing lake. Hike the Three Bays (Fairy Bay Morning Mist, Crescent Bay S-shaped River Bend, and Wolong Bay Vegetation Zone) and visit Tuva wooden houses to experience intangible cultural heritage—Chuwar flute performances.
Sayram Lake:Self-drive 120 km around the lake, stopping at scenic viewpoints like Jinhua Zihui and Songshu Tou. Wildflowers bloom along the lakeshore in June-July, and winter offers blue ice wonders.
Nalati Grassland:The ‘空中草原’ (Sky Grassland) region sits at 2,200 meters altitude. In June, witness ice flowers blooming through snow. Self-driving tours allow deep exploration of nomadic families to experience milking cows and making nang bread.
[Cultural Wonders of Southern Xinjiang]
Kashgar Old City:Stroll through century-old teahouses and Bageqi Lane, participate in interactive Twelve Mukam performances, and join weekly pottery-making classes at Gaotai Residential Area.
Pamir Plateau:Follow the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway to visit Baisha Lake and Muztagh Ata. Explore the Stone City ruins in Taxkorgan County and dance the Eagle Dance with local residents.
Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves:This Buddhist art treasure trove of the Western Regions predates Dunhuang’s grottoes by 300 years. Highlight: Cave 38’s ‘Music Tree’ mural. Professional guided tours require advance booking.
Star Recommendation✨: 16-Day In-Depth Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang | Unlock Snow-Capped Mountains, Grasslands, and Ancient City Wonders in One GoLuntai Populus Euphratica Forest:Peak viewing from late October to early November. Ride a mini-train through golden forests and stay overnight in starry sky tents to observe the Milky Way.
16-Day Itinerary Highlights
[Itinerary Pacing]
Daily driving limited to 4 hours, with 3-5 hours reserved for in-depth exploration at each core attraction. Interspersed with cultural experiences and photography guidance.
[Daily Highlights]
Days 1-2:Gather in Urumqi
Adjust to Time Difference:No mandatory itinerary on Day 1. Recommended: Visit Xinjiang Museum to see the ‘Loulan Princess’ mummy. For dinner, try roasted stuffed buns and hand-pulled rice at Lingguan Lane.
Urban Exploration:On Day 2, shop for dried fruits and Aidelaisi silk at the International Bazaar. In the afternoon, visit Tianshan Wildlife Zoo to interact with snow leopards and Przewalski’s horses.
Days 3-5:Northern Xinjiang Nature Exploration
S21 Desert Highway Crossing:Stop at Fuhai Ulungur Lake for birdwatching. Arrive at Burqin Night Market in the evening for cold-water fish feasts.
In-Depth Kanas Tour:Stay in a scenic area wooden cabin. Capture Fairy Bay morning mist at dawn. In the afternoon, take a shuttle to Ba哈巴 Village (advance permit required).
Hemu Sunrise:Climb Hadeng Platform early to photograph the fairy-tale village with wispy smoke. In the afternoon, ride horses through birch forests.
Comprehensive Collection of Must-Visit Attractions in Northern and Southern XinjiangDays 6-9:Western Regions Cultural Journey
Devil’s City Sunset:Photograph Yardang landform light and shadow at Karamay Urho Scenic Area. Stay in a unique earth-sheltered hotel.
Sayram Lake Circuit:Rent electric bikes to cycle around the lake. Picnic at Dianjiangtai ruins and wait for the sunset over ‘the Last Tear of the Atlantic.’
Ili Valley:Visit Huocheng Lavender Manor (June bloom) and explore century-old residences in Kazanqi Folk Village via six-rod horse carriages.
Northern Duku Highway:Cross Qiaoerma Ice Pass, pay respects at the Martyrs Cemetery, and stay overnight in Nalati Town to savor local hot pot.
Days 10-13:Southern Xinjiang Secret Realms Discovery
Kashgar Old City Scavenger Hunt:Teams complete tasks like identifying Twelve Mukam instruments and feeding pigeons at Id Kah Square. Winning teams receive teahouse vouchers.
Pamir Plateau Expedition:Observe wetland ecosystems at Taheman Wetland and photograph the ‘Today, I’ve Taken All the Detours’ sign at Panlong Ancient Road start point.
Kizil Grottoes Art Class:Follow Dunhuang Academy experts to interpret Gandharan art elements in murals and sketch flying apsaras.
Taklimakan Desert:Experience camel riding in Luntai County. Stay overnight at a desert starry sky hotel and observe celestial bodies with professional telescopes.
Days 14-16:Departure Preparations
[Natural Scenery of Northern Xinjiang]Hotan Jade Cultural Experience:Tour jade mines in Qiemo County to learn mining processes and jade quality identification. Purchase raw materials for custom pendants (self-funded).
Korla Pear Picking:September-October trips include orchard picking, pear paste making, and tours of the Kongque River Hydraulic Project.
Urumqi Farewell Banquet:Host a send-off dinner at Hongguangshan Scenic Area with ethnic song and dance performances. Receive a custom travel photo album.
Pricing System Explanation
[2026 Reference Prices]
Comfort Group:12,800-15,800 RMB/person (includes 4-star hotels, 20-seat business vehicles, standard attraction tickets)
Quality Group:18,800-22,800 RMB/person (upgrades to 5-star hotels, adds drone photography, arranges special home visits)
Luxury Group:26,800-32,800 RMB/person (full-time butler service, stays in high-end scenic area homestays, provides professional photography team)
[Included Costs]
Transportation:Air-conditioned tour buses from Urumqi roundtrip, including scenic area shuttles and Duku Highway tolls
Accommodation:15 nights of curated stays (including 3 nights in unique homestays)
Dining:15 breakfasts and 28 main meals (including 8 specialty dishes: Burqin cold-water fish, Ili horse meat naren, Kashgar pigeon soup)
Tianshan Tianchi: At an altitude of 1,910 meters, this ‘picturesque paradise lake’ offers boat rides to admire the reflection of Bogda Peak up close. The lakeside trail connects cultural sites like the West Queen Mother Temple and Dinghaizhen.Tickets:First-entry tickets and shuttles for all listed attractions (including Kanas second-entry ticket, Sayram Lake circuit ticket)
Services:Professional guide + folk culture lecturer dual accompaniment. Includes travel accident insurance and souvenir package
[Special Notes]
Prices may fluctuate by departure date. Book 60 days in advance for June-August summer peak and September-October autumn scenery periods.
Single travelers will be matched for room-sharing when possible. A supplement (approx. 2,000 RMB for Comfort Group) applies if solo accommodation is required.
Final costs are subject to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Registration and Service Guide
[Registration Process]
Inquiry Phase:Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for digital itinerary manuals and availability.
Contract Phase:Sign a tourism contract after confirming the itinerary and pay a 30% deposit (balance due 15 days before departure).
Pre-Departure Prep:Receive a tour notice 7 days before departure with detailed packing lists, climate guides, and emergency contacts.
Kanas Lake: Climb Guanyu Platform for a panoramic view of the color-changing lake. Hike the Three Bays (Fairy Bay Morning Mist, Crescent Bay S-shaped River Bend, and Wolong Bay Vegetation Zone) and visit Tuva wooden houses to experience intangible cultural heritage—Chuwar flute performances.[Service Guarantees]
Vehicle Safety:New vehicles under 3 years old, equipped with first aid kits, car chargers, and insulated flasks per vehicle.
Dining:Partner with A-grade restaurants inside scenic areas. Daily provision of bottled water and fresh fruit platters.
Itinerary Changes:In case of extreme weather or policy changes, equivalent attractions may be substituted by mutual agreement (e.g., Duku Highway closure rerouted to Yizhao Highway).
Complaint Handling:24-hour emergency hotline with complaint response within 4 hours.
[Recommended Items]
Documents:Valid ID, permits (note Taxkorgan County and Ba哈巴 Village when applying)
Clothing:Windbreaker, sun protection clothing, quick-dry clothes, comfortable hiking shoes
Protection:SPF50+ sunscreen, sunglasses, wide-brimmed hat, moisturizing mask
Electronics:Camera spare batteries, memory cards, power banks (limited charging facilities in some scenic areas)
[Contact Information]
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For detailed itineraries and availability, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing. Plan early, especially for summer and National Day holidays, as some unique homestays require 90-day advance booking.
(This itinerary design references the 2026 Xinjiang Culture and Tourism Department’s ‘Key Scenic Area Crowd Flow Warning Report’ and real-time traffic information from transportation authorities. Final execution is subject to the旅行社’s confirmed version.)
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation.
