Passeio de 7 dias no outono de Xinjiang, amor por dois lagos (1+1 primeira classe + fotografia de viagem com SLR e drone + carro autônomo 360° no Lago Sayram + segunda entrada no Lago Sayram)

I recently returned from a 7-day private tour of Yili in Northern Xinjiang, and it was nothing short of spectacular thanks to our exceptional driver Mr Ma Bing (Xiao Ma Ge). Throughout the journey, he made our trip seamless, enjoyable, and truly memorable. He was an expert in local knowledge, introducing us to the best food places to experience fantastic local Uyghur and Kazakh delicacies that we would've never found on our own. The roads in Xinjiang can be long and arduous. His driving was smooth, cautious, and reliable. His vehicle was clean, spacious, and well-maintained. Plus point! There's a fridge on board that we chilled our yogurt and drinks. Overall, this makes the long drives between destinations comfortable and enjoyable. Unlike rigid group tours (also known as 大巴团), Ma Bing Ge tailored the trip to our preferences. Spending extra time at respective attractions was possible without hesitation. As a local Hui ethnicity, he shared numerous fascinating stories about Yili (his hometown), traditions, and the best spots for photography. His warm personality allowed us to feel that we were traveling with a friend rather than just a driver. If you are planning a trip to Xinjiang (northern/southern), I highly recommend hiring a private driver like Mr Ma Bing. His professionalism, local expertise, and genuine kindness elevated our overall experience beyond expectations. This was not just a tour but an adventure of a lifetime! Chinese Translation: 刚刚结束为期7天的北疆伊犁包车之旅，这段旅程堪称完美，这一切都要归功于我们出色的司机马兵师傅（我们都亲切地叫他小马哥). 从始至终，他让整个行程变得轻松愉快，令人难忘. 小马哥是真正的本地通，带我们品尝了最地道的维吾尔族和哈萨克族美食，那些隐藏的美食小店我们自己根本找不到. 新疆的路途遥远艰辛，但他的驾驶技术娴熟稳重，车辆保持得一尘不染、宽敞舒适. 特别惊喜的是车上还配有冰箱，让我们可以冰镇酸奶和饮料，长途旅行也变得格外惬意. 和刻板的大巴团完全不同, 小马哥完全按照我们的喜好灵活调整行程. 想在某个景点多停留一会儿？完全没问题！作为本地回族, 他跟我们分享了许多关于伊犁（他的家乡）的趣闻、传统习俗, 还知道所有最佳摄影点. 他热情开朗的性格让我们感觉像是和老朋友一起旅行, 而不仅仅是雇佣关系. 如果你计划来新疆旅游（无论是北疆还是南疆, 我强烈推荐选择马兵师傅这样的包车司机. 他的专业素养、对家乡的了解以及真诚的服务，让这次旅行体验远超预期. 这不仅仅是一次旅行，更是一生难忘的探险！

Overall a great experience. Hassle free. Airport pick up & accommodation arrangements were great with certain standards. Comfortable mini van throughout the journey. Although itinerary is a little rush but it also depend on the group punctuality and time spent in each stop. Great service overall, satisfied with the service. Especially airport drop-off, even I extended my stay in Urumqi after the tour, they can still arrange a the drop off service on the day I'm leaving. Very stunning view, unfortunately I can only share 6 photos in this review.

I have to say, this trip to Xinjiang was fantastic! I've wanted to visit the beautiful Xinjiang for a long time, and it certainly lived up to expectations! We were very fortunate to participate in Klook's Double Eleven event, which was quite a good deal. Even more fortunately, we met our excellent tour leader, Xiao Ma, who made the experience even better for us travelers. Every day before the itinerary started, he would clean the car thoroughly. He was a skilled driver and explained the local customs and culture from a local's perspective, taking us to taste many delicious Xinjiang foods. I'm still savoring the memories now that I'm home, haha! He even prepared snacks and mineral water in the car. One of our group members had a birthday during the trip, and the travel agency specially arranged a cake, which was so thoughtful! There were constant beautiful sights and surprises along the way, and we met friends from all over. The hotels throughout the trip also exceeded our expectations. All in all, it was a very satisfying trip, and I will definitely come back to Xinjiang, hehe.

Terima kasih Bapak Liu atas profesionalisme beliau dalam membimbing kami sepanjang perjalanan sehingga perjalanan saya ke Xinjiang menjadi tak terlupakan. Beliau sangat pandai mengambil foto-foto indah, merekomendasikan makanan enak, dan banyak lagi.

From the moment we arrived at the airport, the driver was waiting punctually outside. Throughout the following days of our trip, a butler and team leader provided timely updates on the weather and itinerary in our group chat. Our team leader, Brother Jia Yueming, was outstanding. He not only patiently waited for everyone to take photos at each scenic spot but also managed time efficiently while we enjoyed the beautiful scenery. His driving skills were excellent, and he created a very pleasant atmosphere. This was my first time joining a tour group through Klook, and I am very satisfied with the overall experience. I look forward to having the opportunity to participate again in the future.

Itinerary: The itinerary is well-arranged, with each scenic spot offering unique characteristics. Accommodation: The location is very good; it would be even better if there were more breakfast options. Tour Guide: Extremely nice, professional, responsible, enthusiastic, and thoughtful, making the experience excellent. Transportation: There were different sceneries to enjoy along the way, and the entire journey was comfortable, with a fully equipped vehicle. Attractions: Breathtakingly beautiful.

Overall, it was excellent. Our tour guide, Master Xiao Di, was very enthusiastic, humorous, and witty. The teammates were all around the same age, and we had a lot of fun and laughter along the way. Everyone took photos for each other, helped each other out, and the atmosphere was harmonious. Master Xiao Di recommended some delicious food to us, satisfying our taste buds. The 8 days really flew by in a blink of an eye. Xinjiang truly is a place you visit once and then countless times. Looking forward to the next trip!

Our tour leader, guide, and driver, Master Zhang Lei, worked very hard. He drove about 500 kilometers every day, helped us with our luggage from the moment he picked us up, assisted with check-ins and check-outs, and patiently answered our questions, even giving us tips on places to avoid. He is an introverted yet responsible tour leader and driver. Next time my friends or I go to Xinjiang, we will definitely look for Zhang Lei again!

司机祝赫很负责，也很诙谐，也很为我们着想，被我们一路魔音灌脑也没有生气，还会帮我们的自费项目砍价，非常可靠。一路景色很美，喀纳斯、禾木都很美，最美是赛里木湖。天气也超赞的，除了坐车很累，没啥大问题。景区里住的会差一点，住的最好的是第一天、第二天和最后一天。

The itinerary was exceptionally well-arranged, exceeding expectations. Driver Ren's service and driving skills, in particular, were commendable. I will definitely participate in similar activities again if the opportunity arises, and I also want to thank my fellow travelers for making this Xinjiang trip an unforgettable memory.