How to Rent a Car in Urumqi Detailed Guide on Renting a Car After Arrival + Costs Recommended Routes and Price Breakdown

Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send your itinerary and quotation.

Traveling to Urumqi, custom vehicle rental is an excellent way to explore the city and its surrounding magnificent landscapes. Whether you want to delve into the grasslands and lakes of Northern Xinjiang or visit the culture and deserts of Southern Xinjiang, custom vehicle rental offers flexible and free itinerary arrangements. Here is a detailed guide to custom vehicle rental in Urumqi, covering route introductions, simple itineraries, price explanations, registration methods, and fee and service descriptions to help you easily plan your trip.
I. Detailed Introduction to Routes or Destinations
As the gateway to Xinjiang, Urumqi is surrounded by a rich variety of tourism resources. Here are some popular custom vehicle rental routes and destination introductions:
Tianshan Tianchi Route:Tianshan Tianchi, located at the northern foot of Bogda Peak, is a national 5A-level scenic spot. The lake here is as clear as a mirror, with different scenery in each season: snow-capped peaks reflecting on the lake surface in spring, lush greenery surrounding and boating possible in summer, colorful layers of forests in autumn, and snow-covered landscapes in winter. The scenic area implements a shuttle bus transfer system, where visitors need to transfer to an eco-friendly bus at the parking lot to enter the core area. It is currently open year-round, with daily opening hours from 09:00 to 18:30. Entry requires reservation through the “One Phone for Traveling in Xinjiang” platform or on-site QR code scanning. The combined ticket for admission and shuttle bus is 155 yuan per person.
Nanshan Pasture Route: Nanshan Pasture, including Xibaiyanggou and Juhuatai, is about 60 kilometers from the city center, with a car ride of about 1 hour. This area belongs to the grassland landscape of the front range of the Tianshan Mountains. In summer, it features gurgling streams and meadow-like carpets, making it a popular summer retreat for local residents; in winter, it presents a serene snowy landscape, suitable for light hiking or folk culture experiences. The road conditions are good, making it suitable for a relaxed half-day or one-day tour.
Turpan Route:Turpan, about 200 kilometers from Urumqi with a one-way car ride of about 3 hours, not only boasts famous attractions such as Flaming Mountains and Grape Valley but also features the ancient underground water conservancy project of Karez. For a one-day round trip, the focus is usually on visiting the Flaming Mountains, Grape Valley, and Karez. For in-depth attractions like Jiaohe Ancient City, a two-day tour is recommended for a more leisurely experience.

Traveling to Urumqi, custom vehicle rental is an excellent way to explore the city and its surrounding magnificent landscapes. Whether you want to delve into the grasslands and lakes of Northern Xinjiang or visit the culture and deserts of Southern Xinjiang, custom vehicle rental offers flexible and free itinerary arrangements. Here is a detailed guide to custom vehicle rental in Urumqi, covering route introductions, simple itineraries, price explanations, registration methods, and fee and service descriptions to help you easily plan your trip.Northern Xinjiang Natural Scenery Loop:This is a classic 8 to 10-day itinerary that includes Urumqi, Tianshan Tianchi, Koktokay, Kanas, Hemu, Wucai Beach, Urho魔鬼城 (Urho Ghost City), Sayram Lake, Ili Grasslands, and the Duoku Road. The scenery along the way is picturesque, making it a paradise for photography enthusiasts.
Southern Xinjiang Cultural Exploration Route:This is a 12 to 15-day in-depth tour route that includes Urumqi, Korla, Lop Nur Village, Kuqa Grand Canyon, Kashgar Old City, Pamir Plateau, Hotan, and the Taklimakan Desert. Here, you can deeply experience the cultures and customs of various ethnic groups.
II. Simple Itinerary
Taking a one-day tour of Tianshan Tianchi as an example, here is a typical custom vehicle rental itinerary arrangement:
08:00 Pick up guests at a designated location in Urumqi city
09:30 to 10:00 Arrive at the parking lot of Tianshan Tianchi scenic area and complete entry procedures
10:30 to 15:30 Visit core attractions such as the main lake area, Dinghai Needle, Xiwangmu Temple, and East Small Tianchi; you can also take the Mayashan cable car at your own expense

I. Detailed Introduction to Routes or Destinations15:30 to 16:00 Have a simple meal and rest near the scenic area
16:00 Return trip
18:30 to 19:00 Return to Urumqi city and end the itinerary
The departure time and duration of stay can be communicated and negotiated with the driver to ensure a comfortable itinerary.
III. Price Explanation
The price of custom vehicle rental in Urumqi is greatly influenced by the vehicle type, season, and service content. Here is a reference for the daily rental fees of mainstream vehicle types in 2026 (including driver’s salary, fuel costs, road and bridge tolls, and other specified items in the itinerary):

As the gateway to Xinjiang, Urumqi is surrounded by a rich variety of tourism resources. Here are some popular custom vehicle rental routes and destination introductions:5-seater Sedan/SUV:Economy sedans such as Buick Excelle and Hyundai Elantra have a daily rental fee of about 100 to 400 yuan; urban SUVs such as Honda CRV and Nissan X-Trail have a daily rental fee of about 400 to 700 yuan.
7-seater Business Vehicle:Domestic business vehicles such as Maxus G10 have a daily rental fee of about 800 to 1800 yuan; luxury business vehicles such as Mercedes-Benz Vito have a daily rental fee of about 1300 to 2300 yuan.
Minibus/Bus:14 to 17-seater minibuses such as Golden Dragon and Yutong have a daily rental fee of about 1600 to 2300 yuan; 33 to 55-seater luxury buses such as Yutong and Golden Dragon have a daily rental fee of about 2600 to 4800 yuan.
Prices may increase slightly during the peak season (starting from late May), especially during the tourism peak from July to August, when prices for some vehicle types may increase by 30% to 50%. The above prices are for reference only. Specific fees need to be negotiated with the travel agency based on the vehicle type, season, itinerary distance, and service content, and shall be subject to the contract signed by both parties.
IV. Registration Method
Tourists with travel plans can register and book custom vehicle rental services through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. The agency offers a variety of vehicle types and itinerary options, supporting the travel needs of families, small groups of friends, or large groups. For detailed itinerary information or real-time quotations, you can contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for consultation.
V. Fee Explanation and Service Description

Tianshan Tianchi Route: Tianshan Tianchi, located at the northern foot of Bogda Peak, is a national 5A-level scenic spot. The lake here is as clear as a mirror, with different scenery in each season: snow-capped peaks reflecting on the lake surface in spring, lush greenery surrounding and boating possible in summer, colorful layers of forests in autumn, and snow-covered landscapes in winter. The scenic area implements a shuttle bus transfer system, where visitors need to transfer to an eco-friendly bus at the parking lot to enter the core area. It is currently open year-round, with daily opening hours from 09:00 to 18:30. Entry requires reservation through the “One Phone for Traveling in Xinjiang” platform or on-site QR code scanning. The combined ticket for admission and shuttle bus is 155 yuan per person.Fees Include:
Vehicle usage fee, driver’s salary, fuel costs, road and bridge tolls, parking fees
Vehicle insurance (compulsory traffic insurance plus commercial insurance) and basic maintenance
Basic services such as scenic area transfers and free itinerary planning
Fees Do Not Include:
Driver’s accommodation and meal expenses (if not included in the quotation, an additional fee of about 200 yuan per day is required)

Nanshan Pasture Route: Nanshan Pasture, including Xibaiyanggou and Juhuatai, is about 60 kilometers from the city center, with a car ride of about 1 hour. This area belongs to the grassland landscape of the front range of the Tianshan Mountains. In summer, it features gurgling streams and meadow-like carpets, making it a popular summer retreat for local residents; in winter, it presents a serene snowy landscape, suitable for light hiking or folk culture experiences. The road conditions are good, making it suitable for a relaxed half-day or one-day tour. Personal consumption items such as scenic area admission tickets, shuttle buses, cable cars, and meals
Personal travel accident insurance (recommended for guests to purchase)
Service Description:
The driver is familiar with local road conditions and viewing spots and can assist in arranging reasonable stops but does not undertake the responsibility of tour guide explanations (professional explanations can be negotiated separately if needed)
If extreme weather, road construction, temporary closure of the scenic area, etc., are encountered during the itinerary, both parties can negotiate to reasonably optimize the route or time
For single registrants, the travel agency will do its best to coordinate room sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation
The specifics shall be subject to actual consultation and contracting. All service content, fee details, and refund and change rules shall be subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties and comply with relevant laws and regulations.
Custom vehicle rental travel in Urumqi not only allows you to freely arrange your itinerary but also enables you to deeply experience the magnificent landscapes and rich culture of Xinjiang. We hope this guide can help you plan an unforgettable trip. If you have any questions or need further information on itinerary details, please feel free to contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency for consultation. Wish you a pleasant journey!

Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send your itinerary and quotation.