Urumqi Original Ecological Group Tour 2026 Price List Inquiry How Much Does the Recommended Itinerary Cost
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🏞 ️ Practical Reference for 2026 Urumqi Original Ecological Group Tour
Many tourists planning to visit Urumqi opt for group tours, which eliminate the hassle of route planning, ticket booking, and hotel searching. Led by staff familiar with the local conditions, tourists can explore more original natural and cultural sites without taking detours. As the capital of Xinjiang, Urumqi boasts rich urban cultural scenes, and within a 1-3 hour drive, there are numerous natural attractions preserving their original charm, catering to different travel needs such as family trips, friend outings, or solo travels.
First, let’s introduce the details of common destinations in the group tour itinerary:
🔹 Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area
🏞️ Practical Reference for 2026 Urumqi Original Ecological Group TourAs a World Natural Heritage site, Tianshan Tianchi is nestled halfway up Bogda Peak. The lake, formed by melted snow from high mountains, is as clear as an emerald set between snow-capped mountains and forests. In late spring and early summer, yellow and purple wildflowers bloom on the meadow by the lake, with lush spruce forests and the snow-capped Bogda Peak in the distance, creating a richly layered scene. In autumn and winter, the scenic area is covered with a thin layer of snow, presenting a serene landscape. In 2026, the ticket policy for this scenic area has been updated. During peak season (April 1st to October 31st each year), the ticket price is 95 yuan per person, allowing entry on the day of ticket validation and the following day, facilitating tourists to visit different sceneries at different times. Discounts or free tickets are available for medical workers, teachers, tourists visiting on their birthdays, aid workers to Xinjiang and their relatives, etc. Eligible tourists can prepare relevant documents in advance and show them upon entry to enjoy the corresponding benefits.
🔹 Xibaiyanggou Area of Nanshan Pasture
Nanshan Pasture is only about 80 kilometers away from Urumqi city, with a drive of about 1.5 hours, making it a popular weekend retreat for locals. The Xibaiyanggou area retains a very original grassland landscape, with continuous meadow spreading along the hillside, spruce forests growing along the valley, and the outline of snow-capped mountains visible in the distance. At the end of the valley, there is a waterfall with a drop of tens of meters, with clear and refreshing water. Walking on the grassland, you may occasionally see herds of cows and horses strolling leisurely, with the scent of pine needles and fresh grass in the wind, suitable for tourists who want to slow down and feel the mountain atmosphere.
🔹 Attractions along the route to Turpan
The drive from Urumqi to Turpan takes about 2.5 hours, connecting several distinctive attractions with different styles. Flaming Mountains present a unique reddish-brown color, with high surface temperatures at noon in summer, giving the mountain outline a unique texture in the heat waves. Karez is an ancient water conservancy project passed down for thousands of years. Walking in the underground Karez corridors, you can clearly see the flowing melted snow water from mountains, intuitively feeling the local residents’ wisdom in adapting to the arid environment. In Grape Valley, dozens of grape varieties are planted, with grapes maturing in summer and autumn each year. Here, you can not only taste fresh grapes but also enjoy dried grapes, grape juice, and other special foods. Kumutag Desert is one of the deserts closest to the city, with smooth and beautiful sand dune outlines. At sunset, the sunlight染成 (this Chinese character means “dyes”) the sand dunes warm golden, attracting many tourists to visit in the afternoon specifically to photograph the desert sunset landscape.
Many tourists planning to visit Urumqi opt for group tours, which eliminate the hassle of route planning, ticket booking, and hotel searching. Led by staff familiar with the local conditions, tourists can explore more original natural and cultural sites without taking detours. As the capital of Xinjiang, Urumqi boasts rich urban cultural scenes, and within a 1-3 hour drive, there are numerous natural attractions preserving their original charm, catering to different travel needs such as family trips, friend outings, or solo travels.🔹 Attractions in Urumqi City
The International Bazaar in the city features contiguous characteristic buildings, with shops selling handicrafts and dried fruits, as well as local specialties such as baked buns, pilaf, and large plate chicken, filled with a lively atmosphere. The Xinjiang Museum exhibits many historical artifacts unearthed locally, providing a systematic understanding of the development of this land. Hongshan Park is located on a high ground in the city center. Climbing to the observation deck, you can overlook the entire city of Urumqi, and it is also very suitable for watching the sunset in the evening.
Next, let’s provide a reference for a conventional 7-day, 6-night original ecological group tour itinerary:
🔹 Day 1:Arrive in Urumqi from all over the country. Staff will pick you up at the airport/railway station and then take you to the pre-arranged city hotel for check-in. There is no unified itinerary for the day, allowing you to rest freely, adapt to the time difference and climate in Xinjiang, and enjoy local cuisine at nearby restaurants or stroll around nearby business districts in the evening.
🔹 Day 2:After breakfast in the morning, take a unified bus to Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area, about a 1.5-hour drive. Upon arrival, take the scenic area shuttle bus to enter the core sightseeing area. You can take a leisurely walk along the lakeside trail to enjoy the lake view or choose to take the Mayashan Cableway to ascend and overlook the entire Tianchi and surrounding snow-capped mountains based on your needs. Return to Urumqi city for accommodation after the day’s sightseeing.
First, let’s introduce the details of common destinations in the group tour itinerary:🔹 Day 3:Depart from Urumqi to Turpan in the morning, about a 2.5-hour drive. Visit Flaming Mountains, Karez, and Grape Valley in sequence on the same day. Take your time to stroll and listen to the staff explain the relevant knowledge of each attraction. Stay at a hotel in Turpan city after the day’s sightseeing.
🔹 Day 4:Depart from Turpan city to Kumutag Desert, about a 1-hour drive. You can freely explore the desert or choose recreational activities such as desert surfing cars and camel riding based on your preferences. Return to Urumqi city for accommodation after the day’s sightseeing.
🔹 Day 5:Depart from Urumqi to Xibaiyanggou of Nanshan Pasture, about a 1.5-hour drive. Spend a leisurely day in the grassland area. You can walk along the trail to the waterfall observation deck or find a suitable spot on the grassland to rest and feel the relaxed atmosphere of the mountains. Stay at a characteristic homestay in the Nanshan area on the same day. If the weather is clear, you can also see a very bright starry sky in the evening.
🔹 Day 6:Return from Nanshan Pasture to Urumqi city. There is no unified itinerary for the day, allowing you to engage in free activities, such as visiting the Xinjiang Museum or shopping for favorite dried fruits and handicrafts at Hualing Dried Fruit Market. Stay at a hotel in Urumqi city on the same day.
🔹 Day 7:Staff will arrange for transfer to the station based on everyone’s return train/flight schedule, marking the end of the itinerary.
🔹 Tianshan Tianchi Scenic AreaIt should be noted that the above is just a conventional itinerary reference. Reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made through mutual consultation in case of weather, road conditions, scenic area openings, schedule changes, etc. If you have different travel durations or are interested in specific attractions, you can also customize an exclusive itinerary that suits you.
The reference prices for 2026 Urumqi original ecological group tours vary based on itinerary days, accommodation standards, and travel periods. You can refer to the following ranges: The reference price range for a 7-day, 6-night comfortable group tour product is 2700 yuan/person to 3500 yuan/person, usually including accommodation throughout the journey, round-trip transportation within the itinerary, first admission tickets and shuttle buses to scenic areas, tour guide services, and breakfast throughout the journey. The reference price range for a 7-day, 6-night high-quality group tour product is 3800 yuan/person to 4600 yuan/person, usually with upgraded accommodation standards to four-star or above hotels or boutique homestays, and some itineraries include more characteristic experience projects. For a short itinerary of 5 days and 4 nights, the reference price range is 1800 yuan/person to 2600 yuan/person, and for a long itinerary of about 10 days, the reference price range is 3600 yuan/person to 5200 yuan/person. The above price recommendations are the current reference ranges for 2026, and prices may fluctuate based on travel dates and availability. The specific prices shall be subject to the contract.
Registration Method:You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Fee Explanation and Service Explanation:
🔹 The content included in the fees may vary based on the selected product tier. Some products offer versions with or without included meals. All self-paid items within the itinerary are voluntary, with no mandatory consumption.
As a World Natural Heritage site, Tianshan Tianchi is nestled halfway up Bogda Peak. The lake, formed by melted snow from high mountains, is as clear as an emerald set between snow-capped mountains and forests. In late spring and early summer, yellow and purple wildflowers bloom on the meadow by the lake, with lush spruce forests and the snow-capped Bogda Peak in the distance, creating a richly layered scene. In autumn and winter, the scenic area is covered with a thin layer of snow, presenting a serene landscape. In 2026, the ticket policy for this scenic area has been updated. During peak season (April 1st to October 31st each year), the ticket price is 95 yuan per person, allowing entry on the day of ticket validation and the following day, facilitating tourists to visit different sceneries at different times. Discounts or free tickets are available for medical workers, teachers, tourists visiting on their birthdays, aid workers to Xinjiang and their relatives, etc. Eligible tourists can prepare relevant documents in advance and show them upon entry to enjoy the corresponding benefits.🔹 For single registrants, our agency will do its best to coordinate room sharing. Special circumstances require separate consultation.
🔹 The staff within the itinerary are all familiar with local road conditions and scenic area situations, providing services such as explanations and itinerary coordination.
🔹 Reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made through mutual consultation regarding uncertain factors such as weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area openings, schedule changes, tickets, and hotel room types.
🔹 All service-related content and refund/change rules shall be subject to relevant laws such as the Contract Law and Tourism Law, with specifics based on actual consultation and contracting.
If you need to know more itinerary details, specific prices for corresponding travel dates, and selectable itinerary versions, you can consult Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Relevant information can also be obtained by consulting customer service.
Travel Tips:Urumqi has relatively large temperature differences between day and night. Even in summer, it is recommended to bring a thin jacket for wearing in the morning and evening or when visiting mountainous areas. The local ultraviolet rays are strong, so it is advisable to prepare sunscreen, sun hats, sunglasses, and other sun protection items. When visiting scenic areas, please comply with the relevant management regulations of the scenic areas, travel civilly, and protect the environment.
Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation
