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By Lazy Donkey International Travel Agency
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$895 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • This 8-day private tour covers Xinjiang's top natural wonders including Heavenly Lake, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland. Enjoy comfortable 4-star hotels, private transport, and an Experienced and reliable driver throughout the journey.

Activity location

  • Urumqi
    • Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Urumqi
    • Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur, China

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Single Supplement

  • Activity duration is 8 days8d
    8d
  • Chinese

Single Supplement
Pickup included

Language options: Chinese
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
NZ$895.35 x 2 AdultsNZ$1,790.70
Total
Price is NZ$1,790.70

8-Day Northern Xinjiang Private Tour with Hotels

  • Activity duration is 8 days8d
    8d
  • Chinese

Pickup included

Language options: Chinese
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
NZ$2,966.54 x 2 AdultsNZ$5,933.08
Total
Price is NZ$5,933.08

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Travel insurance is included.
  • Inclusions
    Entrance fee
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Airport pickup and drop-off
  • Inclusions
    4-diamond hotel accommodation (7 nights)
  • Exclusions
    Meals not specified in the itinerary (lunch and dinner)
  • Exclusions
    Single room supplement (if applicable)
  • Exclusions
    Tips for guide and driver (optional)
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, etc.)

Know before you book

    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Not recommended for infants.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Urumqi Arrival – Airport Pickup & Free Time

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: 4-diamond hotel in Urumqi

Urumqi

  • 3h
Arrive at Urumqi International Airport. Your private driver will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your 4-diamond hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Urumqi on your own. We recommend visiting the Xinjiang Regional Museum or the Grand Bazaar in the city centre.

Day 2: Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – S21 Desert Highway – Altay

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: 4-diamond hotel in Altay

Tianshan Tianchi Lake

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
After breakfast, drive to Heavenly Lake (Tianshan Tianchi), a sacred alpine lake surrounded by snow-capped peaks. Enjoy a scenic walk along the lake and take a boat ride (optional). After lunch, drive along the S21 Desert Highway, crossing the Gurbantünggüt Desert with stunning sand dune views. Arrive in Altay in the evening.

Day 3: Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Wooden cabin accommodation in Hemu Village

Hemu Village

  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
Hemu Village is a picturesque Tuvan settlement with traditional wooden cabins nestled in a valley surrounded by snow-capped mountains and birch forests. Travellers will explore the village on foot, visit local homes, enjoy the sunset over the village, and experience the serene rural atmosphere.

Day 4: Hemu - Kanas – Burqin

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: 4-diamond hotel in Burqin

Kanas Lake Tuwa Village

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Drive to Kanas Lake, one of Xinjiang's most famous natural wonders. Enjoy a full-day exploration of Kanas — walk along the lake, visit the Fish Pavilion for a panoramic view, and admire the lush forests and crystal-clear turquoise water.

Day 5: Burqin – Duku Highway (Northern Section) – Kuitun

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: 4-diamond hotel in Kuitun

World Ghost Town

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Urho Devil City is a stunning yardang landform created by centuries of wind and rain erosion. The unique rock formations resemble ancient castles, pagodas, and various animals, creating a surreal desert landscape. Travellers will explore the site by sightseeing shuttle, with multiple photo stops at the most spectacular viewpoints. The area is also famous as a filming location for several Chinese blockbuster films, including "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon."

Day 6: Kuitun – Sayram Lake – Jinghe

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: 4-diamond hotel in Jinghe

Sayram Lake

  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
Sayram Lake, known as the "Pearl of the Tianshan Mountains," is Xinjiang's largest high-altitude lake. Travellers will enjoy a full-circle scenic drive around the lake, with stops at the best viewpoints to admire the crystal-clear blue water, surrounding snow-capped peaks, and green meadows. The lake's colour changes with the sunlight, creating a mesmerising visual experience.

Day 7: Jinghe - Grand Bazzar - Urumqi

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: 4-diamond hotel in Urumqi

Grand Bazzar

  • 2h
Urumqi's Grand Bazaar is Xinjiang's largest market, offering a vibrant taste of Silk Road culture. You can shop for handmade carpets, silk scarves, and local handicrafts, enjoy Xinjiang street food like lamb skewers and freshly baked naan, and watch live Uyghur music and dance performances. The iconic 80-meter sightseeing tower provides a panoramic view of the city.

Day 8: Urumqi Departure – Airport Drop-off

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included

Urumqi

  • 3h
After breakfast, enjoy some free time in Urumqi until your departure time. Your private driver will transfer you to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport according to your flight schedule.

Location

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    • Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur, China

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    Urumqi
    • Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur, China

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