2026 North and South Xinjiang Group Tour Traversing the Tianshan Mountains Connecting Two Scenic Belts 15 Day Panoramic Trip Check Group Tour Quotes Now Recommended Route Prices

Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation

Shining Over the Tianshan Mountains North and South:2026 Fifteen-Day Panoramic In-Depth Experience Plan for Northern and Southern Xinjiang
I. Core Highlights of the Itinerary: A Visual Feast Across Three Major Geographical Units
[Snowy Mountain and Grassland Symphony Zone] The northern Xinjiang section centers around the Altay Mountains, connecting three ecological wonders: Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and Nalati Alpine Grassland. In June, Kanas Lake has an average temperature of 18°C, with the water displaying a gradient of blue and green hues under changing light. The cluster of Tuvan wooden houses amid birch forests creates a picturesque scene reminiscent of an oil painting. Hemu Village offers a spectacular morning mist phenomenon daily from 7:30 to 8:30 AM, where cooking smoke intertwines with mist to form a “Fairy Bay” landscape.
[Geological Wonder Corridor] The northern section of the Duku Highway (from Qiaerma to Nalati) showcases the vertical natural zones of the Tianshan Mountains, allowing simultaneous viewing of snow-capped mountains, spruce forests, grasslands, and streams in June. The Kuqa Grand Canyon, shaped by hundreds of millions of years of wind erosion, features red undulating rock walls, with the narrowest point allowing only one person to pass sideways.
[Plateau Cultural Matrix] The southern Xinjiang section focuses on the Pamir Plateau, where Baisha Lake displays a dual blue-and-white hue under backlighting. The perpetually snow-capped Muztagata Peak and its reflection in Karakul Lake form the classic “Father of Icebergs” scene. Kashgar Old City preserves 28 traditional streets, with high-platform residential complexes built using rammed earth techniques, some retaining living scenes from a century ago.
II. Fifteen-Day Itinerary Framework (Starting and Ending in Urumqi)
[Northern Xinjiang Ecological Section]
Days 1-2:Gather in Urumqi, visit Xinjiang Museum (highlight: unique folk customs mummies), overnight at 4-diamond hotel
Day 3:Traverse S21 Desert Highway, passing by Gurbantunggut Desert stargazing spot

Shining Over the Tianshan Mountains North and South: 2026 Fifteen-Day Panoramic In-Depth Experience Plan for Northern and Southern XinjiangDay 4:Full-day tour of Kanas Lake, including ascent to Guanyu Platform (requires 3-day advance reservation)
Day 5:In-depth experience in Hemu Village, arranged Tuvan family visit and folk instrument performance
Day 6:Sunset photography at Colorful Beach, stay at Burqin River-view hotel
Day 7:Self-drive around Sayram Lake, passing by Guozigou Bridge viewpoint
[Tianshan Crossing Section]
Day 8:Horseback riding experience in Nalati Grassland (with professional coach guidance)
Day 9:Traverse northern Duku Highway, with stop at Qiaerma Martyrs Cemetery
Day 10:Sunset photography at Bayanbulak’s Nine Bends Eighteen Turns (optimal viewing time 21:00-22:30)
Day 11:Hiking adventure in Kuqa Grand Canyon, accompanied by professional guide
[Southern Xinjiang Cultural Section]

I. Core Highlights of the Itinerary: A Visual Feast Across Three Major Geographical UnitsDay 12:Free exploration of Kashgar Old City, recommended experience at Century-Old Teahouse
Day 13:One-day tour to Pamir Plateau (requires advance permit), including Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake
Day 14:Self-drive experience on Panlong Ancient Road (608 hairpin turns), accompanied by professional driver
Day 15:Shop for specialties at Kashgar International Bazaar, depart by special train in evening
III. Pricing System Explanation (2026 Reference Range)
Basic Tour Fee:9,800-12,800 RMB per person
Included Items:
4-diamond hotel accommodations throughout (with breakfast)
19-seat tour bus transportation (including fuel surcharge)
First entrance tickets to scenic spots (Kanas/Sayram Lake/Nalati, etc.)

[Snowy Mountain and Grassland Symphony Zone] The northern Xinjiang section centers around the Altay Mountains, connecting three ecological wonders: Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and Nalati Alpine Grassland. In June, Kanas Lake has an average temperature of 18°C, with the water displaying a gradient of blue and green hues under changing light. The cluster of Tuvan wooden houses amid birch forests creates a picturesque scene reminiscent of an oil painting. Hemu Village offers a spectacular morning mist phenomenon daily from 7:30 to 8:30 AM, where cooking smoke intertwines with mist to form a “Fairy Bay” landscape. Professional guide service (certified)
Travel accident insurance (coverage: 500,000 RMB per person)
Upgrade Options:
Tuvan wooden house upgrade in Hemu Village:+800 RMB per night
Sayram Lake RV camp experience:+1,200 RMB per night
Kashgar Old City photography follow service:+600 RMB per day
Special Notes:
Early bird discount of 8% for bookings before June 15
300 RMB discount per person for groups of 3 or more
Prices may change with fuel price fluctuations; final price based on contract

[Geological Wonder Corridor] The northern section of the Duku Highway (from Qiaerma to Nalati) showcases the vertical natural zones of the Tianshan Mountains, allowing simultaneous viewing of snow-capped mountains, spruce forests, grasslands, and streams in June. The Kuqa Grand Canyon, shaped by hundreds of millions of years of wind erosion, features red undulating rock walls, with the narrowest point allowing only one person to pass sideways.IV. Registration Consultation Channels
Consultations available through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Customer service manager Zhang Jing provides:
Real-time seat availability inquiry (updated daily at 18:00)
Tour period comparison analysis (double tours monthly from May-October)
Personalized itinerary modification suggestions
Detailed contract terms interpretation
V. Service Guarantee System
[Transportation Guarantee]
Combination of 7-seat business vehicles + 19-seat tour buses, equipped with snow chains and emergency supplies for Duku Highway section. Daily driving time does not exceed 8 hours, with rest stops every 2 hours.
[Accommodation Guarantee]

[Plateau Cultural Matrix] The southern Xinjiang section focuses on the Pamir Plateau, where Baisha Lake displays a dual blue-and-white hue under backlighting. The perpetually snow-capped Muztagata Peak and its reflection in Karakul Lake form the classic “Father of Icebergs” scene. Kashgar Old City preserves 28 traditional streets, with high-platform residential complexes built using rammed earth techniques, some retaining living scenes from a century ago. Priority given to characteristic homestays inside scenic areas in northern Xinjiang; 4-diamond hotels within 3km of attractions in southern Xinjiang. All accommodations pass annual health and epidemic prevention inspections.
[Catering Guarantee]
Arranged 8 special meals (including roast whole lamb, pilaf, big plate chicken, etc.), with 3+ options per meal. Vehicle equipped with thermal boxes storing common medications and emergency food.
[Emergency Guarantee]
Established green channel with Urumqi’s top-tier hospital, team equipped with AED defibrillator and altitude sickness medication. Daily 20:00 location and report sent to family members.
VI. Special Precautions
Document Requirements:Must bring original valid ID valid for more than 6 months
Equipment Suggestions:Bring sunscreen (SPF50+), windbreaker, comfortable hiking shoes for June-August
Photography Tips:East shore of Sayram Lake suitable for sunrise shots; North Gate of Kashgar Old City suitable for cultural candid photography
Cultural Respect:Shoe removal required for visits; women need headscarves; must obtain consent before photographing people
Current tourism products in northern and southern Xinjiang show three major trends:Small groups (67% under 15 people), in-depth travel (72% of tourists stay 5+ days), customization (43% of orders include special experience projects). This itinerary has been optimized through 32 field surveys, with pacing aligned to human fatigue curves, particularly suitable for photography enthusiasts, family travelers, and senior groups. For specific tour periods and contract terms, contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s customer service manager Zhang Jing as soon as possible for latest information.

Contact Manager Guo Jing at 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation