North Xinjiang 4 Day Group Tour to Sayram Lake Enjoy the Stunning View of Snow Capped Mountains Reflecting on the Lake with Updated Group Tour Prices Recommended Route Cost
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation.
Explore Northern Xinjiang:4-Day Group Tour Around Sayram Lake: Encounter the Dreamlike Scenery of Snow-Capped Mountains Reflected on the Lake Surface
✨ Detailed Introduction to the Itinerary or Destination
Sayram Lake, known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean,’ is located amidst the Tianshan Mountains in Northern Xinjiang. It is the highest and largest alpine lake in Xinjiang, with crystal-clear blue waters surrounded by mountains and snow-capped peaks reflecting on the lake, creating a picturesque scene. From June to August each year, wildflowers bloom along the lakeside, adding vibrant colors that contrast beautifully with the blue sky, white clouds, snowy mountains, and clear waters, forming stunning natural landscapes. Sayram Lake not only boasts breathtaking natural scenery but also carries rich cultural connotations of various ethnic groups, making it an excellent destination to experience Xinjiang’s diverse cultures.
This 4-day group tour around Sayram Lake will take you on an in-depth exploration of this mysterious and beautiful lake, allowing you to experience the stunning scenery of snow-capped mountains reflected on the lake surface and the unique charm of various ethnic cultures.
Simple Itinerary
Day 1:Urumqi – Sayram Lake
Explore Northern Xinjiang: 4-Day Group Tour Around Sayram Lake: Encounter the Dreamlike Scenery of Snow-Capped Mountains Reflected on the Lake SurfaceMorning:Depart from Urumqi and take a comfortable tourist bus to Sayram Lake. Enjoy the magnificent scenery of Northern Xinjiang along the way and feel the wonders of nature.
Afternoon:Upon arrival at Sayram Lake, check into a comfortable hotel near the scenic area and take a rest. Then, head to the lakeside to admire the beautiful sunset of Sayram Lake and experience the tenderness and romance of ‘the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean.’
Evening:Enjoy dinner at the hotel and savor Xinjiang’s specialty dishes, such as hand-grabbed meat and big plate chicken, to experience the flavors of Xinjiang.
Day 2:One-Day Tour Around Sayram Lake
Morning:After breakfast, begin your tour around the lake. Take a tourist bus or drive yourself (according to the group’s arrangement) and slowly travel along the scenic road around Sayram Lake, enjoying the lake and mountain views and visiting core attractions such as Moon Bay, Waterside Beach, and Ten-Mile Embankment.
Noon:Have a picnic by the lake, savor Xinjiang’s specialty dishes, and enjoy close contact with nature.
Afternoon:Continue your tour around the lake, exploring lesser-known scenic spots such as the popular S-curve and Kele Yongzhu, taking stunning photos, and creating unforgettable memories.
✨Detailed Introduction to the Itinerary or DestinationEvening:Return to the hotel for rest and recharge for the next day’s itinerary.
Day 3:Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Yining
Morning:After breakfast, leave Sayram Lake and head to Guozigou Bridge. Enjoy the pastoral scenery of Northern Xinjiang along the way and feel the tranquility and harmony of nature.
Noon:Upon arrival at Guozigou Bridge, admire the magnificent canyon scenery on the bridge and experience the greatness of human engineering and the grandeur of nature.
Afternoon:Proceed to Yining City. On the way, you can visit a lavender farm (according to the season) and experience the romantic atmosphere of purple hues.
Evening:Upon arrival in Yining City, check into a hotel for rest. You can engage in free activities or savor local cuisine.
Sayram Lake, known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean,’ is located amidst the Tianshan Mountains in Northern Xinjiang. It is the highest and largest alpine lake in Xinjiang, with crystal-clear blue waters surrounded by mountains and snow-capped peaks reflecting on the lake, creating a picturesque scene. From June to August each year, wildflowers bloom along the lakeside, adding vibrant colors that contrast beautifully with the blue sky, white clouds, snowy mountains, and clear waters, forming stunning natural landscapes. Sayram Lake not only boasts breathtaking natural scenery but also carries rich cultural connotations of various ethnic groups, making it an excellent destination to experience Xinjiang’s diverse cultures.Day 4:Yining – Urumqi
Morning:After breakfast, according to the group’s arrangement, you can choose to engage in free activities in Yining City or visit local attractions, such as the Kazanqi Folk Tourism Area, to gain a deeper understanding of various ethnic cultures.
Noon:After lunch in Yining City, take a tourist bus back to Urumqi.
Afternoon/Evening:Upon arrival in Urumqi, conclude your pleasant 4-day group tour around Sayram Lake.
Price Information
The price of this 4-day group tour around Sayram Lake varies depending on factors such as the season, accommodation standards, and group size. According to market conditions in 2026, the per capita price for an economy-class, no-consumption itinerary group ranges from approximately 1380 to 1580 yuan, while the per capita price for a comfort-class, no-consumption itinerary group ranges from approximately 1680 to 1880 yuan. The specific price is determined based on the group’s actual arrangements and tourists’ choices, subject to the contract. The price includes transportation, accommodation, meals, admission tickets, and guide services throughout the trip, ensuring a worry-free travel experience for tourists.
Registration Method
This 4-day group tour around Sayram Lake will take you on an in-depth exploration of this mysterious and beautiful lake, allowing you to experience the stunning scenery of snow-capped mountains reflected on the lake surface and the unique charm of various ethnic cultures. You can register for this 4-day group tour around Sayram Lake through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. For more detailed information and registration inquiries, please contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing.
Fee Information and Service Description
Fees Include:
Transportation throughout the trip:According to the group’s arrangement, comfortable tourist buses or self-drive vehicles are provided.
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel accommodations near the scenic area or in Yining City, ensuring quality rest for tourists.
Meals:Breakfast and some main meals throughout the trip, allowing you to savor Xinjiang’s specialty dishes.
Simple ItineraryAdmission Tickets:First admission tickets to attractions such as Sayram Lake.
Guide Services:Professional guides accompany you throughout the trip, providing detailed explanations of attractions and attentive services.
Service Description:
Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency is committed to providing tourists with a no-consumption itinerary, ensuring a travel experience without any arranged consumption throughout the trip and striving to enhance tourists’ travel quality.
The group will make reasonable adjustments to the itinerary based on actual conditions such as weather and road conditions, striving to ensure tourists’ convenience and comfort.
For tourists registering individually, Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency will strive to coordinate room-sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation.
The specific itinerary arrangements, fee details, and service standards are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
This 4-day group tour around Sayram Lake not only allows you to deeply explore the stunning scenery of Sayram Lake but also enables you to experience the unique charm of various ethnic cultures. Whether it’s the dreamlike scenery of snow-capped mountains reflected on the lake surface or the vibrant colors of wildflowers along the lakeside, it will leave you with unforgettable memories. Come and join us to embark on this dreamy journey to Northern Xinjiang!
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation.

