Xinjiang Group Tour Departing from Shanghai Summer Schedule Direct Flight Plus 8 Day Loop Route Quotation Recommended Itinerary Cost and Price

Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send the itinerary and quotation.

Star Travel Guide:An 8-day in-depth loop tour of Xinjiang from Shanghai in summer✨
[Route Highlights:Comprehensive Coverage of Northern Xinjiang’s Essence]
This 8-day loop tour, specially designed for the summer season, connects the exclusive landscapes of the Tianshan Mountains and the Altai Mountains, with an average daily driving time of under 5 hours, balancing natural wonders with cultural experiences. The itinerary covers four core scenic spots: Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland, with a special arrangement to traverse the northern section of the Duku Highway, allowing you to witness the gradual transition of three landforms: Yardang landforms, alpine lakes, and forest grasslands. As it is currently the peak tourist season in Xinjiang, timed reservation systems are implemented at various scenic spots. The travel agency has pre-secured shuttle bus tickets and viewing platform spots to avoid on-site queuing for tourists.
[Detailed Daily Itinerary]
📍 Day 1:Shanghai → Urumqi
Upon arrival on a direct flight, a private car will pick you up and transfer you to a four-star hotel for check-in. In the evening, we recommend visiting the International Bazaar for free activities, where you can taste baked buns (3 yuan each) and hand-grabbed rice (25 yuan per portion), and purchase dried fruit as souvenirs. The travel agency provides a “Xinjiang Travel Guide Handbook” that includes advice on time zone changes (local time is 2 hours behind Beijing) and sun protection guidelines.
📍 Day 2:Urumqi → Heavenly Lake of Tianshan (2-hour drive) → Fuyun (4-hour drive)
In the morning, visit Heavenly Lake of Tianshan and take the Mayashan Cable Car for an overview of Bogda Peak. In the afternoon, traverse the Gurbantunggut Desert, with a stop at the Karamay Ungulate Reserve where you may encounter wild horse herds. That evening, check into the Fuyun Riverside Hotel, where a complimentary fruit platter awaits.

Star Travel Guide: An 8-day in-depth loop tour of Xinjiang from Shanghai in summer✨📍 Day 3:Fuyun → Koktokay (1.5-hour drive) → Burqin (4-hour drive)
Focus on visiting the Koktokay National Geopark and tour the No. 3 Mine (admission includes guided explanation). In the afternoon, traverse the Irtysh Grand Canyon. Upon arrival in Burqin in the evening, enjoy free activities. We recommend the riverside night market for grilled dogfish (60 yuan each) and kvass beverage.
📍 Day 4:Burqin → Kanas (4-hour drive)
Spend the whole day exploring the Kanas Scenic Area in depth:Take the shuttle bus through the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay) and ascend Guanyu Platform for an overview of the lake. A special arrangement includes a visit to a Tuva family (including ethnic song and dance performances). That evening, check into the Jiadengyu Eco-Hotel, where rooms are equipped with humidifiers to combat the dry climate.
📍 Day 5:Kanas → Hemu Village (2-hour drive)
In the early morning, enter Hemu Village by off-road vehicle and ascend Haden Platform to photograph the morning mist among the wooden houses. In the afternoon, experience horseback riding through the birch forest (150 yuan per hour). For dinner, savor a local hot pot (88 yuan per portion). The travel agency provides star photography guidance services, equipped with professional tripods.
📍 Day 6:Hemu → Urho Devil City (6-hour drive)
Traverse the Karamay Oilfield area and visit the Devil City in the afternoon. Take a mini-train through the Yardang formations, stopping for photos at attractions such as “Sea Lion Gazing at the Moon” and “Sphinx.” That evening, check into a luxury hotel in Kuitun, where a lavender sachet is gifted (replaced with sunflower seeds for July departures).
📍 Day 7:Kuitun → Sayram Lake (4-hour drive) → Yining (2-hour drive)

[Route Highlights: Comprehensive Coverage of Northern Xinjiang’s Essence]In-depth tour around Sayram Lake:Pass through viewing platforms such as Songshu Head, Jinhua Zihui, and Kele Yongzhu, with a 1-hour free photography stop at the Command Platform. In the afternoon, traverse the Guozigou Bridge and arrive in Yining in the evening for free activities. We recommend trying Russian ice cream (15 yuan per scoop) on Liuxing Street.
📍 Day 8:Yining → Nalati Grassland (4-hour drive) → Urumqi (return flight)
In the morning, visit the Nalati空中 Grassland (Nalati Sky Grassland) and take the shuttle bus to the Nomadic Family area to experience the yurt culture of various ethnic groups (including milk tea making instruction). In the afternoon, return to Urumqi by private tour bus and transfer to the airport according to your flight schedule. The travel agency provides luggage storage services for convenient last-minute shopping.
[Price System Explanation]
The current 8-day loop tour offers three price options (excluding round-trip airfare):
Economy:Starting at 2,980 yuan per person
Includes three-star hotels, 15-seat business vehicles, and basic admission tickets
Comfort:Starting at 4,280 yuan per person
Upgrade to four-star hotels, with two complimentary experience items included (such as cycling around Sayram Lake or horseback riding in Nalati)

This 8-day loop tour, specially designed for the summer season, connects the exclusive landscapes of the Tianshan Mountains and the Altai Mountains, with an average daily driving time of under 5 hours, balancing natural wonders with cultural experiences. The itinerary covers four core scenic spots: Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland, with a special arrangement to traverse the northern section of the Duku Highway, allowing you to witness the gradual transition of three landforms: Yardang landforms, alpine lakes, and forest grasslands. As it is currently the peak tourist season in Xinjiang, timed reservation systems are implemented at various scenic spots. The travel agency has pre-secured shuttle bus tickets and viewing platform spots to avoid on-site queuing for tourists.Luxury:Starting at 5,980 yuan per person
Stay in characteristic wooden houses within the scenic area, equipped with a professional photography guide, and provided with bottled water and energy supplement packs throughout the journey
All price options include:
7 nights of accommodation (including breakfast)
First admission tickets and shuttle buses for scenic spots
7 main meals (starting at 40 yuan per person per meal)
Travel accident insurance
24-hour emergency contact services
Prices may fluctuate due to the following factors:

[Detailed Daily Itinerary]July-August is peak season, with prices increasing by 15%-20%
Early bird discount for bookings made 30 days in advance
200 yuan discount per person for groups of three traveling together
[Registration Process Guide]
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with the specific process as follows:
Consultation Stage:Contact customer service manager Zhang Jing to obtain an electronic itinerary handbook, which includes practical information such as daily mileage, scenic spot opening hours, and clothing guidelines
Confirmation Stage:Select your departure date (currently available on July 5th/15th/25th and August 5th/15th, a total of 5 departure dates) and room type, and pay a deposit of 500 yuan per person
Contract Signing Stage:Sign an electronic travel contract 7 days before departure, pay the remaining balance, and receive the “Tour Group Notice”
Travel Stage:Bring your original valid identification documents and any discount certificates (if applicable) and assemble at the designated time and location as stated in the notice

📍Day 1: Shanghai → Urumqi[Service Guarantee System]
Transportation Guarantee:Use formal tourist vehicles that are less than 10 years old and conduct daily pre-departure inspections
Accommodation Guarantee:Have signed direct procurement agreements with 30 hotels around the scenic spots and reserve 10% of emergency rooms during peak season
Catering Guarantee:Establish cooperation with 15 restaurants and publicly display allergen information on menus 48 hours in advance
Emergency Guarantee:Equip with a team doctor (holding a practicing qualification certificate) and keep first aid kits and oxygen-making equipment in vehicles
[Special Reminders]
Duku Highway Access Instructions:Currently confirmed to be fully open in July-August. In case of extreme weather, it will be changed to travel on National Highway 218, and the corresponding fare difference will be refunded
Handling:For single registrants, we will do our best to coordinate room sharing. If separate accommodation is required, an additional fee of 1,200 yuan for the entire journey will be charged
Document Discounts:Holders of student IDs/senior citizen cards/military officer cards, etc., are eligible for admission ticket discounts. The discounted amount will be refunded within 7 working days after the end of the itinerary
This summer, let Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency take you on a journey across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. Wake up in the morning mist of Kanas, press the shutter at the blue hour of Sayram Lake, and chase the direction of the wind on the grasslands of Nalati. Immediately contact customer service manager Zhang Jing to start your magical Silk Road journey!

Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send the itinerary and quotation.