How to Plan a Graduation Trip with a Tour Group in Xinjiang Student Discounts Classic Route Costs Recommended Itinerary Prices

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

Shining Graduation Season:Comprehensive Travel Guide for Xinjiang Students (Including Latest 2026 Discounts)
[Introduction]
In early summer in June, Xinjiang’s grasslands turn green and snow-capped mountains reflect the sunlight, making it the perfect golden season for graduation trips. For student groups, we have specially compiled the 2026 discount policies, classic itineraries, and detailed costs for traveling in Xinjiang, helping you plan a youthful journey that combines cost-effectiveness with a great experience.
I. Exclusive Student Benefits: Ticket Discounts + Transportation Subsidies
[Policy Basis]
According to the latest announcement from the Xinjiang Cultural and Tourism Department in 2026, middle school and college entrance examination students nationwide can enjoy the following discounts with their exam admission tickets and valid identification:
Admission Ticket Discounts:First-entry tickets to 5A-rated scenic spots such as Kanas, Heavenly Lake on Tianshan Mountain, and Sayram Lake are fully waived (interval shuttle buses require separate purchase)
Transportation Subsidies:For tourist trains from Urumqi to Yili, Altay, and other destinations, students can enjoy a 30% discount on tickets with their student IDs
Special Experiences:Projects such as horseback riding on the Nalati Grassland and homestays with the Tuva people in Kanas are discounted by 30% for students
[Operation Guide]
Discount Period:June 10, 2026 – September 30, 2026 (covering the entire summer vacation)
Identification Requirements:Both the exam admission ticket (or admission letter) and the original valid identification must be presented
Ticket Purchase Methods:Tickets can be purchased on-site at scenic spot windows; online platform purchases require a 1-day advance reservation
II. Recommended Classic Itinerary: 8-Day In-Depth North Xinjiang Loop
[Itinerary Highlights]
Covers the four core scenic spots of Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and Nalati

Shining Graduation Season: Comprehensive Travel Guide for Xinjiang Students (Including Latest 2026 Discounts)Daily travel time is limited to under 4 hours, leaving ample time for photo-taking and free activities
Special arrangements for youth-themed experiences such as starry sky photography and grassland picnics
[Daily Itinerary]
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi
Afternoon:Experience the production of ethnic handicrafts at the International Bazaar
Dinner:Taste baked buns and hand-pulled rice at the Lingguan Lane Food Street
Day 2:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake on Tianshan Mountain – Fuyun
Morning:Hiking at Heavenly Lake on Tianshan Mountain (free admission for students)
Afternoon:Travel through the Junggar Basin and enjoy the Gobi sunset
Day 3:Fuyun – Koktokay – Burqin
Morning:Explore the Koktokay Geological Park (check in at Zhongshan)
Evening:Taste cold-water fish banquet at the Burqin River Embankment Night Market
Day 4:Burqin – Kanas – Hemu
All day:Boat tour on Kanas Lake + hiking along the Three Bays (photograph the morning mist at Fairy Bay)
Overnight stay:Stay in a wooden cabin in Hemu Village and experience Tuva ethnic customs
Day 5:Hemu – Devil City – Karamay
Morning:Photograph the sunrise in Hemu

[Introduction]Afternoon:Explore the Yardang landform at the Urho Devil City
Day 6:Karamay – Sayram Lake – Yining
All day:Cycling around Sayram Lake (free admission for students)
Special arrangement:Check in at the aerial photography spot on the Guozigou Bridge
Day 7:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Xinyuan
Morning:Horseback riding on the Nalati空中 Grassland (Nalati Aerial Grassland)
Afternoon:Visit local families of various ethnic groups to learn milk squeezing and nang making
Day 8:Xinyuan – Duoku Road – Urumqi
All day:Travel through the northern section of the Duoku Road (stop at the Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery along the way)
Evening:Return to Urumqi and receive a complimentary box of Xinjiang dried fruits
III. Detailed Costs (Reference Prices for 2026)
[Basic Costs]
Adult Price:5,980 yuan/person
Student Price:4,280 yuan/person (valid student identification required)
[Costs Include]
Transportation:19-seat air-conditioned tourist bus (including fuel and toll fees)

In early summer in June, Xinjiang’s grasslands turn green and snow-capped mountains reflect the sunlight, making it the perfect golden season for graduation trips. For student groups, we have specially compiled the 2026 discount policies, classic itineraries, and detailed costs for traveling in Xinjiang, helping you plan a youthful journey that combines cost-effectiveness with a great experience.Accommodation:7 nights in comfortable hotels/characteristic homestays (double occupancy)
Meals:7 breakfasts + 10 main meals (including 3 special meals)
Admission Tickets:All first-entry tickets included in the itinerary (some already discounted with student IDs)
Experiences:Special projects such as horseback riding, homestays, and photography guidance
Insurance:500,000 yuan/person travel accident insurance
[Costs Exclude]
Major Transportation:Round-trip air tickets/train tickets to and from Urumqi from various locations
：800 yuan/person (for single registrants, our agency will do its best to arrange room-sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation)
Personal Expenses:Excess baggage fees, personal consumption, etc.
[Special Notes]
Price Validity:June 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026
Availability Notice:July-August is peak season; it is recommended to book 30 days in advance
Price Fluctuations:Prices may increase by 10%-15% during holidays; specific prices are subject to contract confirmation
IV. Registration Methods
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency with the following process:
Online Consultation:Visit the agency’s official website and click on the “Graduation Trip Zone” to fill in the information
Phone Communication:Contact customer service manager Zhang Jing to obtain a detailed itinerary and contract template

I. Exclusive Student Benefits: Ticket Discounts + Transportation SubsidiesOffline Contract Signing:Support face-to-face contract signing at major cities nationwide or signing via mail
[Service Commitments]
No-Consumption Itinerary Guarantee:No arranged consumption points or hidden consumption throughout the journey
Transparent Consumption:Detailed costs are written into the contract, and an electronic version is provided 7 days before departure for confirmation
Emergency Support:Equipped with a 24-hour emergency contact person and 12 service outlets within Xinjiang
V. Pre-Trip Recommended Checklist
[Identification Documents]
Original valid identification
Student ID/exam admission ticket (must be within the validity period)
A small amount of cash (weak signal in some scenic spots)
[Clothing]
Fleece jacket (large temperature difference between day and night in mountainous areas)
Quick-drying clothes and pants (convenient for grassland activities)
Sun Protection Gear:SPF50+ sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hat
[Electronic Devices]
Camera + spare batteries (high power consumption for photography of Xinjiang’s scenery)

[Policy Basis] Offline maps (no signal on some road sections)
Power bank (recommended capacity of over 20,000 mAh)
[Medications]
Cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, motion sickness medicine
Band-aids, iodine cotton swabs
Medicine for altitude sickness (required for trips to the Pamir Plateau)
VI. Frequently Asked Questions
Q1:Is it safe to travel in Xinjiang?
A:Xinjiang has been rated as “China’s Top Tourist Destination” for many consecutive years. All scenic spots are equipped with professional security teams, and tourist vehicles are inspected daily.
Q2:What should I do if I lose my student ID?
A:You can enjoy the discounts with a school-issued proof of enrollment + valid identification, but you need to confirm with the travel agency in advance.
Q3:Can the itinerary be changed?
A:Reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made by mutual agreement; for example, adding a one-day trip to Turpan requires an additional fee of 680 yuan/person.
Q4:How is恶劣 (bad) weather handled?
A:In case of force majeure such as heavy rain or sandstorms, the travel agency will assist in changing the itinerary or arranging indoor activities, with refunds or additional charges as applicable.
[Conclusion]
Graduation is not an endpoint but the starting point of a new journey. Let Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and lakes witness your youthful vows. Embark on a spontaneous trip to draw an excellent full stop to your student days. Act now, contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and start your journey to the stars and sea!
(Prices and availability are subject to contract confirmation and may fluctuate with the tour schedule; the contract signed by both parties shall prevail)

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