2026 Urumqi Off the Beaten Path 10 Day Group Tour to Mengkete Ancient Trail Primitive Valley Off Road In Depth Tour Price Inquiry Recommended Itinerary Cost
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
Explore the Secret Realm of Tianshan Mountains:Complete Guide to the 10-Day In-Depth Off-Road Tour of the Mengkete Ancient Trail Starting from Urumqi in 2026
(Icon at the beginning)✨【Route Highlights:Primitive Wilderness Across Time and Space】✨
As one of the well-preserved ancient trails on the northern slope of Tianshan Mountains in Xinjiang, the Mengkete Ancient Trail is renowned for its “Millennium Trade Route and Glacier Secret Realm.” This 70-kilometer-long canyon area connects four core landscapes: snow-capped mountains, glaciers, hot springs, and grasslands. After upgrading and renovation by the scenic area in 2026, it has become an “exclusive luxury off-road route” in the hearts of off-road enthusiasts. Unlike conventional tour groups that merely scratch the surface, this itinerary uses four-wheel-drive off-road vehicles to delve into niche secret realms, recommending a daily reception of 200 tourists to ensure an immersive experience in the primitive ecology.
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【Geological Wonders and Ecological Codes】
The Mengkete Ancient Trail was formed during the Quaternary glacial movement, with distinct U-shaped valley landforms visible within the canyon. From the entrance of the scenic area to the core area, a 25-kilometer stretch is dotted with three geological wonders:
1. Hundred-Mile Gallery Section: Interlacing Danxia landforms and grasslands, with wildflowers blooming everywhere from June to August
2. Glacier Corridor Section: The Kuitun River has carved out a 30-meter-deep canyon, allowing close-up views of the terminus of the Mengkete Glacier
3. Hot Spring Secret Realm Section: Natural sulfur hot springs reach a temperature of 42°C, surrounded by ancient tomb clusters
【2026 Scenic Area Regulations】
Opening Hours:9:00 AM – 8:00 PM daily (ticket sales stop at 7:30 PM)
Reservation System:Real-name reservations must be made 3 days in advance through the “Yutu Heshan” mini-program
Traffic Control:Private cars are limited to 5 seats or fewer, with an additional charge of 50 yuan per extra person
Commitment:Visitors must sign the “High-Risk Area Notice” upon entry
Explore the Secret Realm of Tianshan Mountains: Complete Guide to the 10-Day In-Depth Off-Road Tour of the Mengkete Ancient Trail Starting from Urumqi in 2026(Simple Itinerary)
【Daily Itinerary Arrangement】
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi
Check into the hotel after 2:00 PM (includes airport pickup service)
7:30 PM pre-trip briefing (distribution of offline maps and emergency supply kits)
Day 2:Dushanzi Grand Canyon – Jinghe
8:30 AM Explore the “Secret Realm of the Duku Highway” billion-year-old canyon (admission ticket: 68 yuan)
3:00 PM Cross the Gobi Desert belt of the Junggar Basin
Stay at a four-diamond hotel in Jinghe (includes Uyghur herbal bath experience)
Day 3:Self-drive around Sayram Lake
9:00 AM In-depth 120-kilometer drive around the lake (self-drive ticket: 145 yuan)
2:00 PM Aerial photography at the Guozigou Bridge viewpoint
Stay at a campervan campground by Sayram Lake (includes star photography guidance)
Day 4:Zhaosu Grassland – Xiata Ancient Trail
8:00 AM Tianma Bathing River performance at Zhaosu Wetland Park
(Icon at the beginning)✨【Route Highlights: Primitive Wilderness Across Time and Space】✨1:00 PM Light hike in Xiata (includes shuttle bus ticket: 80 yuan)
Stay at a Xiata wooden cabin homestay (experience baking naan with local ethnic groups)
Day 5:Tekes Bagua City – Qiaxi Grassland
9:00 AM Aerial photography of Bagua City by drone (altitude limit: 120 meters)
2:00 PM Drive through the Qiaxi Scroll (admission ticket: 30 yuan)
Stay at an ecological hotel in Gongliu (includes organic dinner)
Days 6-8:Core Area of the Mengkete Ancient Trail
8:30 AM Off-road through gravel sections (equipped with snow chains)
Daily itinerary:
Canyon Scroll photography point (10:00 AM golden light period)
Glacier hot spring foot soak experience (2:00 PM optimal water temperature)
Archaeological讲解 (4:00 PM led by professional guides) at ancient tomb clusters
Stay at a scenic area tent campground (includes professional outdoor gear)
Day 9:Tangbula Hundred-Mile Gallery – Duku Highway
9:00 AM Self-drive through the Kashi River Valley (free creativity with no admission ticket)
As one of the well-preserved ancient trails on the northern slope of Tianshan Mountains in Xinjiang, the Mengkete Ancient Trail is renowned for its “Millennium Trade Route and Glacier Secret Realm.” This 70-kilometer-long canyon area connects four core landscapes: snow-capped mountains, glaciers, hot springs, and grasslands. After upgrading and renovation by the scenic area in 2026, it has become an “exclusive luxury off-road route” in the hearts of off-road enthusiasts. Unlike conventional tour groups that merely scratch the surface, this itinerary uses four-wheel-drive off-road vehicles to delve into niche secret realms, recommending a daily reception of 200 tourists to ensure an immersive experience in the primitive ecology.2:00 PM Cross the northern section of the Duku Highway (limited to vehicles with 7 seats or fewer)
Stay at a business hotel in Kuitun (includes vehicle inspection and maintenance)
Day 10:Return to Urumqi
9:00 AM Purchase dried fruits at Hualing Market (30% cheaper than at the Grand Bazaar)
2:00 PM Airport drop-off service based on flight schedule
(Price Explanation)
【Fee Reference Range】
Adults:7,980-9,800 yuan per person
Children (1.2-1.5 meters):5,280-6,800 yuan per person
(Fees Include:9 nights of accommodation, transportation for the entire trip, first admission tickets to scenic areas, professional tour leader services, emergency medical kits)
【Detailed Price Breakdown】
Transportation Fees:Tank 300 off-road vehicle rental fee (approximately 800 yuan per day × 9 days)
Accommodation Fees:Four-diamond hotels × 5 nights + characteristic homestays × 3 nights + tent campground × 1 night
Admission Fees:Total approximately 680 yuan per person (includes self-drive fee for the Mengkete Ancient Trail)
Service Fees:Professional tour leader subsidies, aerial photography equipment wear and tear, emergency supply procurement
(Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination)(Price Explanation and Service Explanation)
【Service Standards Explanation】
1. Vehicle Configuration: Each vehicle is equipped with GPS positioning system, snow chains, and tow ropes
2. Personnel Configuration: One Xinjiang cultural tourism certified tour leader for every 10-person group
3. Dining Standards: Daily breakfast included, with lunch and dinner recommendations at local characteristic restaurants (80-120 yuan per person)
4. Insurance Included: Outdoor sports special insurance with a coverage of 800,000 yuan
【Special Reminders】
July-August is the rainy season; reasonable itinerary changes can be made by mutual agreement
No signal in the latter half of the Mengkete Ancient Trail; check in with the tour leader at 6:00 PM daily
No commercial facilities within the scenic area; bring 3 days’ worth of dry food and 2 liters of drinking water per person per day
(Registration Method)
【Registration Process】
1. Consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency
2. Confirm itinerary details and availability
3. Sign an electronic travel contract (supports third-party evidence storage)
【Geological Wonders and Ecological Codes】4. Pay a deposit of 30% (balance due 7 days before departure)
【Group Formation Explanation】
The tour will depart with a minimum of 6 people and a maximum of 12 people
Single travelers will be coordinated for room sharing as much as possible; a room difference fee may apply in special cases
Final group formation status will be notified 10 days before departure
【Equipment Recommendations】
Clothing:Windbreaker, quick-dry clothes, high-top hiking boots
Protection:SPF50+ sunscreen, sunglasses, magic headscarf
Electronics:20,000mAh power bank, satellite phone (available for rent)
Others:Personal medications, thermos, folding chair
(Compliance Reminders)
【Important Statement】
The specific itinerary may change due to weather, policies, etc., and shall be subject to the contract
Prices are valid until December 31, 2026, and may increase by 15% during holidays
Ultimately jointly owned by Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency and the tourists
This ancient trail, traversing a millennium, retains the hoof prints of trade caravans while nurturing the passionate collisions of modern off-roading. As you drive an off-road vehicle over gravel roads and watch glacial meltwater rush beneath your feet, this交织 experience of primitiveness and wildness is precisely the unique charm of traveling in Xinjiang.
Contact Manager Guo Jing at 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
