8-Day Xinjiang Shuanghu Autumn Tour

4.8 / 5
18 reviews
100+ booked
Departing from Ürümqi
Urumqi
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Can carry 28-30" luggage
  • ❖ Designated vehicle: Luxury Edition Ford T8 model; Premium Edition: Yutong V6
  • ❖ Hand-grinding coffee machine
  • ❖ Luxury Edition: General's Peak Sunset Cloud Cable Car; Premium Edition: Hot air balloon to capture romance at the peak of the snow mountain
  • ❖ Self-driving on the popular Ahe Road
  • ❖ Self-driving 360-degree around Sayram Lake
  • ❖ Experience Tuva culture in a century-old house
  • ❖ Luxury Edition: Hemu light travel photography (9 photos); Premium Edition: Travel photography leader
  • ❖ Honeymoon "Double Happiness" character photo shoot
  • ❖ Online butler warm service
  • ❖ Sweet cake gift for birthdays
  • ❖ Exclusive drone aerial photography experience
  • ❖ Exclusive DSLR photography (15 photos)
  • ❖ Dried fruit gift pack
  • ❖ 1 bottle of mineral water per person per day
  • ❖ Luxury Edition: Xinjiang cultural and creative refrigerator magnet gift; Premium Edition: Xinjiang internet-famous lamb gift
  • ❖ 24-hour attentive airport pick-up service

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Small group of 2-6 people

Luxury version for small groups of 2-6 people

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What to expect

Experience the most beautiful twin lakes

  • Internet-famous roads: The newly popular internet-famous Ahe Road + S21 Desert Expressway
  • Immersive tour: Explore Hemu Village and Kanas Village, enjoying a 36-hour in-depth tour experience
  • Most beautiful twin lakes: Uncover the legend of the “water monster” in Kanas Lake, check in at the “sapphire” lakeside for a 360° lake tour, and visit Sayram Lake for a second time Autumn Itinerary Day 1: Departure city to Urumqi [Five-diamond hotel - choose one of three designated hotels] / [Atour brand four-diamond] [Approx. 520KM drive, approx. 6H travel time] Day 2: Urumqi to S21 Desert Expressway to Karamay Desert Park to (luxury General Mountain sunset sightseeing cable car) to (high-end romantic hot air balloon experience) to Altay [Five-diamond - choose one of three designated hotels] / [Altay four-diamond] [Approx. 230KM drive, approx. 6H travel time] Day 3: Altay to drive the internet-famous Ahe Road (arranged if open, otherwise detour to Burqin) to view (Wushilik to Tongba Forest to Tuolehaite Grassland) to [Birch Forest Wild Dinner Experience] to Hemu [Scenic area large window accommodation - designated hotel] / Hemu Village [Log cabin accommodation] [Approx. 230KM drive, approx. 6H travel time] Day 4: Hemu to freely stroll Hemu Village [Hemu Morning Sunrise] to Kanas Lake (Sapphire of the Altai Mountains) to stroll by Kanas Lake [Scenic area large window accommodation - designated hotel] / Kanas [Scenic area large window log cabin] [Approx. 60KM drive, approx. 2H travel time] Day 5: Kanas to Kanas Three Bays (Shenxian Bay to Yueliang Bay to Wolong Bay) to view Baili Oilfield to Karamay [Four-diamond] [Approx. 480km drive, approx. 7H travel time] Day 6: Karamay to drive 360-degree around Sayram Lake (S-bend, internet-famous lighthouse, Kele Yongzhu, Xihai Grassland) to Sayram Lake East Gate Town to [Five-diamond hotel: choose one of three designated hotels] to Sayram Lake Five Circles [180° view luxury camping suite / 5-diamond hotel] [Approx. 560km drive, approx. 8H travel time] Day 7: Sayram Lake to second entry to Sayram Lake [internet-famous Lashan video] to free stroll by the lake (Yueliang Bay) to Urumqi [near Grand Bazaar four-diamond] [Approx. 550km drive, approx. 7H travel time] Day 8: Urumqi to Departure city Foreign visitors can register with confidence
  • The Chinese team leader will communicate using mobile translation software
  • After placing an order, staff will communicate itinerary details with you via WeChat or email; please provide your WeChat ID
Drive with peace of mind. Our vehicles are equipped with winter snow tires and snow chains for a safe journey. The King 1+1 luxury 7-seater vehicle offers extra spaciousness. Enjoy the scenery with a window seat for every passenger.
Journey to Shuanghu Lake: Unveiling the Legend of the "Monster" in Kanas Lake, and a Second Visit to the 360° Surrounding Lake of the "Sapphire" Lake, Sayram Lake
Carefully selected hotels, warm and comfortable: 2 nights in a 5-diamond hotel + 1 night in a Kanas snow scene large window wooden house + 1 night in a Hemu snow scene wooden house + 2 nights in a 4-diamond hotel + 1 night in a Sayram Lake 5-circle luxury
Immersive Tour: Explore Hemu Village and Kanas Village, Enjoy a 36-hour In-depth Experience
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Avoid the crowding and hassle of large groups. Small groups of 2-6 people are more flexible with fewer people. Single travelers sharing a room will not be charged a single room supplement, so the journey is no longer lonely; Mini Butler: Responds from 9:3
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Hemu Scenic Area travel photography: 1 set of snow field Game of Thrones travel photography + nine refined photos (excluding makeup), travel photography provides beautiful photo props: simple clothing/ski suit/horse/scarf/cloak/horse lamp/paper umbrella/f
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Staying in Kanas snow scene large window wooden house & Hemu snow scene small wooden house, every frame is like a fairy tale world shining into reality
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1 night at Sayram Lake luxury camping site, you can lie down and see the snow scene, and watch the sunrise in the morning
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Redefine the standard of comfort during your journey with adjustable leg rests, massage function, and a USB charging interface. The interior of the car is spacious, with an exclusive "one window per person" design, allowing you to freely enjoy the scenery

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4.8 / 5
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18 reviews
Guide
4.9
Itinerary
4.8
Quality of transfer
4.9
Value for money
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Review for: Small group of 2-6 people

A little over a week passed quickly. It was my first time in Northern Xinjiang, and the route included Urumqi - Altay - Kanas - Hemu - Sayram Lake. The pick-up and drop-off service was very thorough, and the accommodation arrangements were also satisfactory. Many thanks to Master Guo Jing! He is very familiar with the routes between scenic spots and cities, his driving skills are very stable, and he also reminds us to pay attention to the scenery and animals. He thoughtfully prepared snacks, yogurt, and hot water. The 7-seater car is also very comfortable, and the heated and massage seats are great for winter travel! The master's aerial photography results are also amazing! He also took care of me, traveling alone with the group, haha~ I will definitely come to Xinjiang again!

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Review for: Small group of 2-6 people

The trip was excellent with a well-planned itinerary that was both relaxing and enjoyable. Special thanks were given to the assistant for detailed explanations and to the guide/driver/photographer, Xiao Ma, for his professional, thoughtful, and caring service throughout. However, the pre-arranged transfer on the first day was highly inefficient. My original hotel and the pre-booked tour hotel were only about 20 steps apart. Instead of simply directing me to walk over, I was made to wait for 30 minutes for a guide to escort me that short distance. Furthermore, the tour hotel, "Secret [Something]" (advertised as 4-star), operated more like a 2-star property. Smoking was pervasive in the lobby, and my room had a severe privacy issue: the window opened onto an internal corridor that, despite supposedly being locked, was accessible to strangers who peered into my room. Also, do check if you need to pay for Rmb 2k/pax as deposit and rmb 280/pax for clothing/helmet/gloves including turtles

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Review for: 2-6人小团

An unforgettable Xinjiang trip. This 8-day trip to Northern Xinjiang included thoughtful airport pick-up and drop-off arranged by the travel agency. The entire itinerary was well-organized, covering attractions such as Altay - Hemu (Ahe Highway) - Kanas - Karamay - Sayram Lake, and more. The seven-seater vehicle was comfortable, reducing the fatigue of long journeys. The accommodations for this tour were also upgraded, with satisfactory hotels and room types. Many thanks to our Uyghur driver, Abdu, whose driving skills were very steady and who also took great care of us girls.

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Review for: Small group of 2-6 people

Very satisfied with this activity. Tour guide Chen is excellent at leading the group. The locals are familiar with the road conditions, making it safe and fast. The scenery is beautiful, everyone is friendly, and I recommend coming to visit.

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Review for: Small group of 2-6 people

This travel experience truly exceeded expectations! The driver was professional and considerate throughout, with steady driving skills, familiar routes, and smooth and safe driving. Not only was he punctual and attentive, but he also proactively helped with luggage and reminded us of important details, like a caring and reliable family member. He patiently explained things along the way, answered all questions, and arranged a reasonable pace without rushing, making the entire trip relaxing and comfortable. He was enthusiastic, honest, meticulous, and responsible, truly a perfect travel concierge! Highly recommended, I will definitely choose him again next time!

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Review for: 2-6人小团

This trip was very enjoyable. Although there was a wide age range in our group, everyone got along remarkably well. The itinerary was also well-planned and not too tiring. The hotels were all mid-to-high end with excellent hygiene. Our driver, Shen Kequan, also acted as our guide. He was quietly efficient and didn't talk too much. My mother is elderly and not very mobile, and he helped her with her luggage throughout the trip, which greatly added to the positive experience.

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Review for: Small group of 2-6 people

The scenery was beautiful, the itinerary was well-planned, and there were no hidden fees. The accommodations were all arranged perfectly, with all amenities provided. Our driver, Master Liu Jia, was an excellent driver; we didn't feel carsick even on mountain roads. He was punctual throughout the trip, and the car was clean and tidy. He even provided water, yogurt, and snacks in the car, and we had plenty of time to explore each attraction. Overall, it was a very comfortable and pleasant experience.

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Review for: Small group of 2-6 people

As a foreign traveler, this tour gave me a truly memorable and worthwhile experience — absolutely worth every penny. It was the perfect combination of stunning scenery and meaningful hands-on activities. The tour manager was incredibly warm, supportive, and always ready to help with any difficulties. The driver was also very professional, kind, and especially caring toward foreign guests like me. I truly appreciated the private car pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Urumqi, which made everything so convenient. Throughout the journey, even though I joined alone, I never felt lonely — everyone was friendly and genuinely helpful to a foreigner like me. I was able to take many beautiful photos and videos as unforgettable memories. Thank you so much to the tour manager and everyone involved. I will definitely recommend this tour to my friends and family.

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Tour Guide: The driver and guide, Seer, was excellent! He took great care of us throughout the entire trip! Very easy to communicate with! Overall, the itinerary was very well arranged!\nAttractions: The chosen attractions were all quite classic, but it would be better if 1-2 more could be added!\nAccommodation Choice: Mostly 4-5 star hotels, except for one day in a log cabin which was a bit rough, but the rest were pretty good.

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Review for: Small group of 2-6 people

Driver Ma Li Dong and butler Xiao You provided excellent service. The itinerary's attractions and accommodation quality were excellent. Driver Ma Li Dong's driving skills were excellent. I felt the positive experience immediately from the airport pick-up 👍

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Good to know

  1. Vehicle Qualification: Our company strictly selects commercial vehicles with legal operation qualifications. All vehicles have passed the annual inspection and regular safety inspections. Requests for designated vehicle types are not accepted.
  2. About Fellow Travelers: This itinerary is a group tour of 2-6 people nationwide (minimum of 2 people/maximum of 6 people). Due to the random grouping, we cannot pre-screen information such as age, gender, or region of fellow travelers. Special note: Tourists with special requirements for the social environment are advised to choose a customized chartered car service.
  3. About Single Room Supplement and Accommodation Arrangement Notice: Single male/female registrants can be exempted from the single room supplement if they accept the room sharing arrangement. The room sharing object only guarantees the same gender and does not promise specific information such as age, occupation, or region. For example: a single male tourist may share a room with male tourists or drivers of different age groups. Description of exclusive occupancy fee. If you insist on single occupancy, you need to make up the difference in the full room rate (the specific amount is subject to the itinerary quotation). Accommodation rules for multiple people traveling together: If there are odd-numbered people traveling together (such as family/group), the travel agency will match the gender according to the available room sharing resources on the day. For example: when a family of three travels, if only a single male tourist is matched on the day, the male member of the family needs to share a room with him. Those who mind this should pay the single room supplement.
  4. About Accommodation: Since Xinjiang is still an underdeveloped area, hotels are very different from those in the mainland, especially in scenic spots, and can only guarantee cleanliness and hygiene. Even so, rooms are still in short supply during peak season. Most hotels do not have triple rooms. This product does not accept children sharing rooms alone, nor does it accept adult tourists with children sharing rooms; if you travel alone with children, you must make up the single room supplement before departure or register the children as adults, and the corresponding ticket discount difference will be refunded locally.
  5. About Switching Seats: Carpooling is not a chartered car. To ensure the fairness of the itinerary, seats must be rotated every day!
  6. Driver-Guide Service: Drivers have limited cultural level and cannot provide professional explanations. For safety reasons, they may not be able to interact with everyone when driving attentively. Please understand this and prepare your travel guide in advance.
  7. Leaving the Group: During the trip, if you choose to leave the group midway, the unfinished part will be regarded as a voluntary waiver, and only the expenses not incurred during the trip will be refunded to you. The car fare will not be refunded under any circumstances; because you have signed up for a group tour, the cost has already been incurred after the vehicle departs. If you leave the group midway, the vehicle needs to continue to carry other tourists on the group to continue the itinerary, and the car fare cannot be refunded. Please be aware of this.
  8. Preferential Policies: Active servicemen, retired soldiers, police officers, cadres aiding Xinjiang, disabled persons, college students, children under 1.2 meters in height, and other preferential certificates, please inform the sales or housekeeper when registering, and bring relevant certificates when traveling (if you do not bring them, we cannot help you purchase special discount tickets);
  9. Other Instructions: During the trip, if scenic spots are closed due to force majeure and cannot be visited normally, both parties will negotiate to cancel or replace the scenic spot according to the actual situation, and the cost difference will be refunded or compensated on the spot;
  10. Pre-trip Reminder: You will receive a departure notice call or WeChat from the travel agency housekeeper or driver before 22:00 the day before the departure. Please pay attention and keep your phone open. If you do not receive any notice after 22:00, please contact the sales representative in time;
  11. The reference hotels listed in this product may not be available due to seasonal factors, room availability restrictions, or other force majeure circumstances. If it is necessary to change the hotel, the travel agency will confirm with the tourist before the trip. The specific hotel to be checked into shall be subject to the final confirmation. The travel agency promises that the environment and comprehensive evaluation of the replaced hotel will not be lower than the reference hotel standard agreed in the contract, but for hotels outside the reference list, the travel agency is not liable for breach of contract caused by its own fault.

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