2026 Xinjiang Group Tour Price List Clear Explanation of Costs for Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop Route Recommended Itineraries and Prices

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

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency:2026 Complete Guide to Group Tours of the Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop Route 🌄
[Route Highlights:A Visual Feast Crossing the North and South of the Tianshan Mountains]
The Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop Route is one of the most popular in-depth travel routes in the summer of 2026, connecting the grasslands and lakes of Northern Xinjiang with the cultural deserts of Southern Xinjiang, offering a unique experience of “half landscapes, half city.” The route covers three major alpine lakes: Heavenly Lake, Kanas Lake, and Sayram Lake, traverses two scenic highways, the Dukang Highway and the Yizhao Highway, visits historical sites such as the Kashgar Old City and the Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves, and offers camel riding and stargazing camping in the Taklimakan Desert.
📌 Distribution of Core Scenic Spots:
Northern Xinjiang Section:Kanas Lake (including hiking at the Three Bays), Hemu Village (Tuva wooden houses), Nalati Grassland (horseback riding on the aerial grassland), Sayram Lake (self-drive around the lake)
Southern Xinjiang Section:Kashgar Old City (opening ceremony), Pamir Plateau (Baisha Lake, Muztagh Ata), Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves (Western Regions grotto art), Taklimakan Desert (desert highway crossing)
[Simple Itinerary Reference (10 Days, 9 Nights)]
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi
Afternoon:Visit the Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar, taste specialties such as baked buns and pilaf
Evening:Check into a four-star hotel and adjust to the time difference
Days 2-4:Natural Exploration in Northern Xinjiang
Kanas Lake:Take the shuttle bus to visit Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay, and ascend Guanyu Platform for a panoramic view

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: 2026 Complete Guide to Group Tours of the Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop Route 🌄Hemu Village:Stay in Tuva-style wooden houses and experience the fairy-tale village in the morning mist
Nalati Grassland:Ride horses across the aerial grassland and watch equestrian performances by people of various ethnic groups
Days 5-6:Traverse the Dukang Highway
Northern Section of the Dukang Highway:Stop at the Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery and the Tangbula Hundred-Mile Gallery along the way
Sayram Lake:Self-drive 360° around the lake and visit the popular S-curve road
Days 7-9:Cultural Journey in Southern Xinjiang
Kashgar Old City:Participate in the opening ceremony and visit the century-old tea house and Craftsmen Street
Pamir Plateau:Obtain a permit and visit Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake
Taklimakan Desert:Ride a desert off-road vehicle for sand dune surfing and spend the night at a desert campsite for stargazing
Day 10:Return Journey
Morning:Free activities in Urumqi (optional visit to the Xinjiang Museum)
Afternoon:Airport transfer based on flight schedule
[Price Description (Real-time reference for 2026)]

[Route Highlights: A Visual Feast Crossing the North and South of the Tianshan Mountains]According to the schedule provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, prices for group tours of the Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop Route vary by season, accommodation standards, and vehicle types:
💰 Economy Type (2-3 people sharing a car):
Low Season (April-May, September-October):5,800-6,800 yuan per person
Peak Season (June-August):7,200-8,500 yuan per person
Includes:Three-star hotel accommodation, standard tourist bus, first entrance tickets to scenic spots, team breakfast
🏨 Comfort Type (6-person small group):
Low Season:7,500-8,800 yuan per person
Peak Season:9,200-10,800 yuan per person
Includes:Four-star hotel accommodation, 7-seat business vehicle, special dining (such as roast whole lamb), experience vouchers for some self-funded items
🚗 High-end Custom Type (2 people form a group):
Low Season:12,000-15,000 yuan per person
Peak Season:15,000-18,000 yuan per person
Includes:Five-star/special homestay accommodation, off-road vehicle escort, exclusive guide, full photography coverage

The Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop Route is one of the most popular in-depth travel routes in the summer of 2026, connecting the grasslands and lakes of Northern Xinjiang with the cultural deserts of Southern Xinjiang, offering a unique experience of “half landscapes, half city.” The route covers three major alpine lakes: Heavenly Lake, Kanas Lake, and Sayram Lake, traverses two scenic highways, the Dukang Highway and the Yizhao Highway, visits historical sites such as the Kashgar Old City and the Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves, and offers camel riding and stargazing camping in the Taklimakan Desert.⚠ ️ Price Fluctuation Description:
Prices in the summer (July-August) are 20%-30% higher than those in the off-peak season
An additional 10% service fee is required during the National Day Golden Week
Prices include 1 million yuan in travel accident insurance, subject to contract terms
[Registration Method]
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing will provide you with a detailed schedule and contract template. It is recommended to book 30 days in advance for the summer season. Currently, the availability for the July 15th and August 5th schedules is tight, and confirmation is needed as soon as possible.
[Fee Description and Service Standards]
✅ Fees Include:
Transportation:Full vehicle usage from and to Urumqi (including fuel and toll fees)
Accommodation:Standard rooms in hotels as indicated in the itinerary (efforts will be made to arrange room sharing for solo registrants)
Dining:9 breakfasts + 6 main meals (team meal standard of 40-80 yuan per person per meal)
Tickets:First entrance tickets to Kanas Lake, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, etc.
Services:Professional guide explanations, 24-hour emergency contact, unlimited supply of mineral water

📌 Distribution of Core Scenic Spots:❌ Fees Do Not Include:
Round-trip transportation to Urumqi (airfare/train tickets)
Secondary consumption items within scenic spots (such as 120 yuan per person for a Kanas boat tour, 200 yuan per hour for horseback riding in Nalati)
Personal expenses (such as shopping, special snacks)
📝 Service Commitments:
No arranged shopping points throughout the journey, with sufficient sightseeing time
Daily driving time does not exceed 5 hours, with rest stops every 2 hours
Team size does not exceed 20 people, striving for service quality
Subject to actual consultation and signing, reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made by mutual agreement
[Supplementary Practical Information]
🌡 ️ Climate Tips:
Xinjiang has a 2-hour time difference with the mainland. Summer sunrise is around 6:30, and sunset is around 22:30
The Northern Xinjiang section has large temperature differences between day and night, requiring a windbreaker or thin down jacket

Northern Xinjiang Section: Kanas Lake (including hiking at the Three Bays), Hemu Village (Tuva wooden houses), Nalati Grassland (horseback riding on the aerial grassland), Sayram Lake (self-drive around the lake). The Southern Xinjiang section has strong UV rays, requiring SPF50+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and a wide-brimmed hat
🚗 Transportation Tips:
The Dukang Highway is recommended to be open for 4 months each year (usually early June to early October), with the specific opening time subject to announcement
A permit is required in advance for the Pamir Plateau (free, the travel agency can assist)
For desert road sections, it is recommended to prepare sand-proof shoe covers and protect your phone from sand
🍜 Food Recommendations:
Urumqi:Lingguan Lane (baked buns, thin-skinned buns), Hetian Street (pilaf, fried meat with noodles)
Kashgar:Id Kah Square (century-old tea house, pot meat), Wusitangboyi Road (roast pigeon, pomegranate juice)
Ili:Liuxing Street (Russian列巴, Kazakh milk tea), Kazanqi Folk Village (handmade ice cream)
[Risk Warning and Disclaimer]
Due to uncontrollable factors such as weather and road construction, the travel agency may make minor adjustments to the itinerary sequence
Tourists are required to truthfully disclose their health conditions, and those over 70 years old need to provide recent medical examination reports
Please respect the customs and habits of various ethnic groups during the journey and prohibit taking close-up photos of people without permission
(The price data in this article is as of July 1, 2026. The actual fees are subject to the contract provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For details, please consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing.)

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