12 Day Private Car Tour in Northern and Southern Xinjiang Exploring Night Markets and Sampling Western Region Specialty Snacks Real Time Online Price Query Recommended Route Cost
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
Star Recommendation✨:12-Day Customized Vehicle Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang’s Market Flavors | A Map of Western Regional Tastes in Night Market Hustle and Bustle
I. Key Highlights of the Itinerary: Measuring Xinjiang with Your Taste Buds
This itinerary is specially designed for food enthusiasts, avoiding the conventional tourist group’s ‘sightseeing checkpoints’ and using ethnic night markets as clues to connect the精华 (best) cities of northern and southern Xinjiang. During the trip, you can taste traditional snacks such as baked buns, hand-pulled rice, and pot meat, as well as discover innovative delicacies like Marren Sugar (cut cake) at night market cultural and creative markets. There are also opportunities to delve into local communities, visit artisanal yogurt workshops and nang pit roast meat workshops, and experience the ‘Intangible Cultural Heritage on the Tip of the Tongue.’
II. Simple Itinerary Reference (Example: June 2026)
[Days 1-2 Urumqi:Initial Experience of Bazaar and Night Market]
Daytime:After arrival, free activities are recommended. Visit the International Bazaar to select figs and almonds in the dried fruit section and admire Aidelaisi silk in the handicraft section.
Evening:Head to the Consulate Lane Night Market, focusing on checking in at:
▪️ Abula’s Nang:A ‘giant nang’ with a diameter of 50 centimeters
▪️ Ailijiang Baked Buns:Crispy skin as thin as cicada wings, with juicy lamb filling
▪️ Locals’ Hidden Gem:The ‘Three Cool’ shop on Hotan Street (cold skin noodles, cold noodles, cold bean jelly)
[Days 3-4 Ili River Valley:Dual Gifts of Grasslands and Night Markets]
Daytime:Cross the Guozigou Bridge, visit Sayram Lake, and experience milking cows and making nang at a local family’s lakeside home.
Night:Upon arrival in Yining City, head straight to the Six-Star Street Night Market:
Star Recommendation✨: 12-Day Customized Vehicle Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang’s Market Flavors | A Map of Western Regional Tastes in Night Market Hustle and Bustle▪️ Popular Recommendation:Gulandam Handmade Ice Cream (customizable with fruit jam)
▪️ Specialty:Nutty Big Bread from the Russian Bread Workshop
▪️ Hidden Menu:‘Marren Sugar’ made on-site by aunties from various ethnic groups
[Days 5-6 Kashgar Old City:Living Museum of a Millennium-Old Night Market]
Daytime:After obtaining a pass, photograph traditional pottery making in the old city’s alleys.
Night:Kashgar Night Market Guide:
▪️ Golden Stall:Opposite the ‘Century-Old Tea House’ beside Id Kah Square, where pot meat soup is the most delicious
▪️ Innovative Delicacy:Grilled eggs (quail/chicken/goose) with saffron salt
▪️ Cultural and Creative Experience:Customize copperware at the ‘Bazaar Handicrafts’ stall
[Days 7-8 Pamir Plateau:Night Market Encounter at 3,000 Meters Above Sea Level]
Daytime:Cross Baisha Lake and have lunch with locals from various ethnic groups at the foot of Muztagh Ata.
Night:Specialties of the Taxkorgan Night Market:
▪️ Yak Meat Pilaf:Tender meat with rice absorbing the meat’s aroma
▪️ Highland Barley Nang:Coarse grain cake made from highland-specific crops
I. Key Highlights of the Itinerary: Measuring Xinjiang with Your Taste Buds▪️ Warm Beverage:Hot camel milk
[Days 9-10 Turpan:Cool Night Market Under the Flaming Mountains]
Daytime:Visit the Grape Valley drying houses to learn the production process of seedless white raisins.
Night:Must-try at the Flaming Mountains Night Market:
▪️ Mulberry Paste:Made from fresh mulberries, can be soaked in water or eaten directly
▪️ Bean Noodles:Thick noodle soup made with chickpeas
▪️ Creative Dessert:Raisin ice cream with nang cubes
[Days 11-12 Changji/Tekes:Innovative Samples of Night Market Economy]
Changji Options:
▪️ Jiangyu Bazaar Night Market:Enjoy stir-fried beef tripe while watching ethnic songs and dances
▪️ Wanshidaji Night Market:Experience the ‘night market + cultural and creative’ model at the Tacheng Road Linear Park
Tekes Options:
▪️ Qian Street Night Market:Purchase Marren Sugar with the八卦城 (Bagua City) pattern as a souvenir
This itinerary is specially designed for food enthusiasts, avoiding the conventional tourist group’s ‘sightseeing checkpoints’ and using ethnic night markets as clues to connect the精华 (best) cities of northern and southern Xinjiang. During the trip, you can taste traditional snacks such as baked buns, hand-pulled rice, and pot meat, as well as discover innovative delicacies like Marren Sugar (cut cake) at night market cultural and creative markets. There are also opportunities to delve into local communities, visit artisanal yogurt workshops and nang pit roast meat workshops, and experience the ‘Intangible Cultural Heritage on the Tip of the Tongue.’▪️ Night Market Photography:Capture the smiles of girls from various ethnic groups under colored lights
III. Price Description (Reference Range for 2026)
[Customized Vehicle Cost] (Example: 7-seater business vehicle)
Low Season (November-April):1000-1300 yuan/day
Peak Season (May-October):1500-1800 yuan/day
Included Items:Vehicle usage fee, driver’s salary, fuel fee, road and bridge fees, parking fees, basic insurance
Excluded Items:Driver’s accommodation (suggested subsidy of 150-200 yuan/day or assistance in arranging accommodation)
[Food Special Budget]
Average night market consumption:30-80 yuan/meal (including 1-2 specialty snacks + beverages)
Specialty Dining Experiences:
▪️ Whole Roast Lamb:1500-2000 yuan/lamb (suitable for 6-8 people)
▪️ Handmade Ice Cream Workshop Experience:80 yuan/person (including production instruction)
▪️ Grape Valley Farmhouse Fun:100 yuan/person (including 4 seasonal dishes + fruits)
[Total Budget Reference] (Example: 4-person group)
II. Simple Itinerary Reference (Example: June 2026)Customized vehicle for 12 days:18000-21600 yuan
Dining expenses:1440-3840 yuan
Tickets and others:Around 2000 yuan (including scenic spot tickets, experience items)
Average total budget per person:5300-7100 yuan
Note:Prices may fluctuate with market supply and demand. Specific prices are subject to the real-time quotation provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
IV. Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult with Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for the latest departure dates and discount information.
V. Fee and Service Description
Fees Include:
▪️ 12-day usage rights for the vehicle model
▪️ Dedicated driver service (including basic explanation)
▪️ Vehicle insurance (compulsory traffic insurance + third-party liability insurance)
▪️ 24-hour emergency support
[Days 1-2 Urumqi: Initial Experience of Bazaar and Night Market]Fees Exclude:
▪️ Driver’s accommodation subsidy
▪️ Scenic spot tickets and shuttle bus fees
▪️ Personal consumption and insurance upgrade fees
Service Commitments:
▪ No arranged consumption points throughout the entire journey
▪ Daily itinerary can be negotiated and changed (need to notify 6 hours in advance)
▪ Free electronic version of ‘Xinjiang Food Map’
▪ Assistance in booking seats at specialty restaurants (3 days in advance required during peak season)
VI. Special Tips
Night Market Operating Hours:Most night markets operate from 18:00-24:00, and some night markets within scenic spots may close earlier
Diet:It is recommended to choose stalls with hygiene permits and avoid raw food
Cultural Etiquette:Consent must be obtained before photographing local residents, and photography is prohibited in some folk culture venues
Equipment Suggestions:Bring sunscreen, a thermos (hot water needed in highland areas), and gastrointestinal medicine
This itinerary combines ‘food + night markets + culture’ in-depth, allowing travelers to experience Xinjiang’s hustle and bustle and understand the life wisdom of various ethnic groups. Whether it’s the morning mist by Kanas Lake or the lamp shadows in Kashgar Old City, they all tell the diverse charm of this land. For specific itinerary details and fees, it is recommended to directly contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for a customized plan.
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
