9-day itinerary in Northern Xinjiang, including Kanas and Yili
- [Selected Accommodation] Selected 4-diamond comfortable accommodation, 1 night in a cabin in Kanas, letting you live in the scenery and wake up in a fairy tale.
- [Carefully Selected Value-added Experiences] Rich activities such as self-driving around the lake, Kazakh cultural experience, and bonfire party.
- [Safe Vehicle Use] Local legally operated vehicles, 9-seater commercial vehicles converted to large 7-seater commercial vehicles, with more space and comfort.
- [6-person Boutique Group with 0 Shopping] A solo trip is more exciting, no single room supplement, guaranteed shared room, preferred peers.
What to expect
Reference Itinerary
- Day 1: All over the country to Urumqi, 24-hour airport pick-up service. Accommodation: Urumqi (4-diamond hotel)
- Day 2: Urumqi to S21 Desert Highway to Karameli Park to General Mountain Sunset Cable Car to Sunset Party to Mountain Top Disco to Altay. Accommodation: Altay (4-diamond hotel) [560 km, 7 hours drive]
- Day 3: Altay to Ahe Highway to Hemu Village to Hemu. Accommodation: Hemu [310 km, 5 hours drive]
- Day 4: Hemu to Kanas Lake to Fish Watching Pavilion to Kanas Scenic Area. Accommodation: Log cabin in Kanas Scenic Area [60 km, 3 hours drive]
- Day 5: Kanas Three Bays to Agonggaiti Grassland to Huyanghe. Accommodation: Huyanghe City (4-diamond hotel) [550 km, 7 hours drive]
- Day 6: Huyanghe to self-drive around Sayram Lake to Guozigou Bridge to Lavender Fields (seasonal arrangement) to Yining. Accommodation: Yining (4-diamond hotel) [560 km, 7 hours drive]
- Day 7: Yining to Nalati Sky Grassland to Nalati Aiyixiamu Wedding (immersive experience of Kazakh nomadic culture: archery, holding lambs, flower sea swing, costume photography, naan making experience, traditional Kazakh wedding experience, Kazakh nomadic dinner) to Nalati Town. Accommodation: Nalati Town (4-diamond hotel) [280 km, 4 hours drive]
- Day 8: Nalati to Tangbula Hundred-Mile Gallery check-in to Duku Highway to Duku Highway Zero Kilometer check-in to Urumqi. Accommodation: Urumqi (4-diamond hotel) [500 km, 7 hours drive]
- Remarks:
- If Duku Highway is closed, the itinerary changes to: Nalati Town to Tianshan Victory Tunnel to Urumqi.
- ⚠️Due to policy reasons, foreign guests need to take a car back to Yining, then take a train back to Urumqi (expenses at your own cost).
- Day 9: Urumqi to all over the country, 24-hour airport drop-off service.
Foreign guests can register with confidence
- After placing an order, staff will communicate itinerary details with you via WeChat, WhatsApp, or email.
- The Chinese team leader will use a mobile translation app to communicate.




















Reviews
The nine-day and eight-night tour is over, and I still feel that I have not finished it. The driver arranged the travel time for us, took the initiative to put the luggage, and thoughtfully let us take turns to sit in the seats. We did not miss any beautiful scenery along the way. The master even took the initiative to help us find the best photo location and helped us take the most perfect photos. We were so satisfied. Then there is the perfect check-in of Yadan Devil City and the most beautiful highway, the emptiness of Sailimu Lake, the autumn scenery of Hemu, and the three bays of Kanas. These scenery are so beautiful that people will never forget to leave. In order to let everyone have a good time, the whole journey The driver masters all waited patiently. The whole hotel accommodation was very good, the customer service was very patient, I would like to give a thumbs up to the whole service.
The trip was amazing and all the sights were unforgettable. Especially in Hemu, you must experience horseback riding in Hemu. It is really enjoyable to gallop on the grassland and look at the villages in the distance. The food is so delicious, and every day spent here is full of happiness. The tour itinerary was also very reasonable, we didn't waste any money, and more importantly, we visited all the attractions we wanted to see. The only regret is that it rained that day at Sailimu Lake☔️What a pity. What’s more worth mentioning is that the team leaders Sai Yecheng and Jin Wei were very considerate in arranging the whole journey. The transportation arrangements throughout the whole journey were stable and comfortable. They were kind and pleasant. They were also familiar with the topography and landforms. They patiently explained to us, allowing us to better understand the local history and culture. I want to do the Southern Xinjiang route again next time! ! !
Northern Xinjiang is absolutely beautiful in late autumn. I will come again! ! ! [Excellent team leader] Brother Xu was enthusiastic and talkative, gave us a lot of travel suggestions, and also treated us to cantaloupe. The journey experience was great 👍🏻 [Worthful scenery] Although the distance between the scenic spots is relatively far, the scenery on the road is good, and Burqin, Kabul Nas, Hemu, Sailimu Lake, Nalati... no matter which one is worth visiting! [Xinjiang Food] Not to mention the delicious food, the large plate of fried chicken with rice noodles, naan buns, mutton chops and rice pilaf are all excellent. (I gained 3 kilograms, and will slowly lose weight when I get home🫄🏻)
The overall itinerary is very fulfilling and not too tiring. The accommodation is also very warm. There are six people in a group without any trouble. A van is just the right time to set off. The driver and tour guide Xiao Ma is experienced, friendly and enthusiastic, and he will also give you a lot of fun. It is recommended to pay attention to the physical condition and safety of the group members at all times. It is also very good to control the time of daily travel. Xinjiang is very beautiful. The scenery and culture are impressive. I will definitely visit Xinjiang again.
It was a very happy trip to Xinjiang. The small group of six people was worried at first that we would not be able to have fun together if we met the uncle and aunt. Unexpectedly, we all came from the same place. It was obvious that the travel agency had arranged it for us. The chef is also very nice. The locals are very familiar with Xinjiang, so four or five hours at each attraction is enough. Xinjiang is very beautiful. Come back next time~
The itinerary is very well arranged, the driver is enthusiastic and has a good service attitude 👍 Give the driver five-star praise
This tour is a good introduction to North Xinjiang for first-time visitors. However, be prepared for long hours on the road. That said, the overall experience depends a lot on the driver-guide. I didn't appreciate being directed to expensive restaurants instead of being given a choice. On my last day, the airport driver insisted I leave the hotel early because of traffic but there was none. I arrived at the airport 3.5 hours before my flight, apparently because the driver had another booking. Overall, the scenery made the trip worthwhile, but I hope the company gives guests more flexibility and puts customers' convenience first.
Our driver was absolutely amazing! Throughout our nine-day trip in Urumqi, he was incredibly thoughtful and attentive. From arranging long drives to proactively reminding us about weather changes and helping with everything along the way, he took care of every detail, making us feel very safe and comfortable. What touched me most was on the last day when I carelessly lost my personal belongings and panicked. Thankfully, the driver remained calm and immediately helped contact people and search for them, eventually finding them for me! His sense of responsibility and kindness truly went above and beyond the duties of a typical driver. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone visiting Xinjiang; he will definitely make your trip even more heartwarming!
The service provided by the tour leader is great ~ Although the schedule was rushed, the arrangement made the best use of the limited time 🤣 This is my first time seeing Beijiang, I will go there again
Good to know
- Seating arrangement: The travel agency does not assign seats. Tourists traveling together can discuss and take turns (except for the driver's seat; the driver only urges and cannot force arrangements).
- Return trip reminder: It is not recommended to book plane/train tickets for the day of the tour's end (rain and traffic jams may prolong travel time).
- Leaving the group: If you choose to leave the group midway during the trip, the uncompleted portion will be regarded as a voluntary waiver without any refund.
- Discount policy: If you have special certificates, it is recommended to choose the package that does not include tickets.
- Other instructions: During the trip, if scenic spots cannot be visited normally due to force majeure, the two parties will negotiate to cancel or replace the scenic spot based on the actual situation, and the cost difference will be refunded or supplemented on the spot.
- Pre-trip reminder: You will receive a tour notification call or text message from the travel agency before 22:00 on the evening before the departure date. Please pay attention and keep your phone open. If you do not receive any notification after 22:00, please contact the sales representative in time.
- Special agreement: This group is a combined group, and the travel agency may change the number of travelers (number of passengers) according to the actual situation under the premise of legality and compliance. Tourists acknowledge this.
- Weather reminder: Special weather may affect the itinerary order or attractions. If weather or other special reasons make adjustments impossible, alternative attractions or other itineraries will be arranged on-site, and any price differences will be at your own expense. If the registration fee is greater than the on-site negotiated alternative itinerary, the travel agency will refund the price difference. The travel agency is not responsible for additional costs (including flight delays/changes, hotel delays/changes, etc.) caused by weather-related itinerary adjustments or inability to visit.
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