How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Car for Travel in Xinjiang to Fuhai Ulungur Lake Quotation Table for Northern Xinjiang Routes Recommended Routes Costs and Prices
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation.
Icon prefix:✨【Explore the Water Charms of Northern Xinjiang: Customized Vehicle Deep Tour of Fuhai Ulungur Lake】✨
Detailed introduction of the route or destination
Fuhai Ulungur Lake, a ‘sapphire’镶嵌 (inlaid) in the land of northern Xinjiang, is renowned for its ‘Devil City on the Sea’ Yardang spectacle and vast lake scenery. The lake area is divided into the Big Lake (Burentuo Hai) and the Small Lake (Jili Lake), covering a water area of 1,035 square kilometers with an average summer water temperature of 22°C. It serves as an important fishery base and migratory bird habitat in Xinjiang. In 2026, the scenic area will introduce a ‘lakeshore hiking + Yardang photography + fishing experience’ three-in-one play option, allowing visitors to take boat tours to the lake’s heart island, visit the winter dwellings of local people of various ethnic groups, or participate in fishing competitions to feel the ecological charm of the ‘Gobi Pearl’.
Strong linkage between scenic spots around Ulungur Lake:
Fuhai Golden Coast:A 10-kilometer natural beach where water motorcycles, paragliding, and other activities can be experienced in summer.
Devil City on the Sea:The wind-eroded landforms and lake water complement each other, with changing light and shadow at sunset, making it a paradise for photography enthusiasts.
Jili Lake Wetland:The birdwatching tower allows observation of over 30 species of migratory birds such as egrets and grey cranes, with excellent viewing periods in spring (April-May) and autumn (September-October).
Icon prefix: ✨【Explore the Water Charms of Northern Xinjiang: Customized Vehicle Deep Tour of Fuhai Ulungur Lake】✨Simple Itinerary (5-day loop reference)
【Day 1:Urumqi → Fuhai (6-hour drive)】
Morning:Take a bus (11:00 departure, fare 130 yuan) or customized vehicle from Urumqi High-speed Railway International Bus Terminal, heading north along National Highway G216, passing through the Gurbantunggut Desert in the Junggar Basin, and enjoying views of saxaul forests and wild horse herds.
Afternoon:Arrive in Fuhai County, check into a county hotel (comfortable type, reference price 400-600 yuan/night), and savor a local specialty cold-water fish feast (dogfish, five-black-striped fish, etc., 80-120 yuan per person).
Evening:Head to the Golden Coast for a beach sunbath or take a night boat tour (boat ticket 120 yuan/person, including light show).
【Day 2:Fuhai → Ulungur Lake Deep Tour】
Morning:Take a vehicle to the Devil City on the Sea scenic area (admission 46 yuan + shuttle bus 52 yuan), hike a 2-kilometer Yardang boardwalk, and photograph the ‘castle on the sea’ and its lake reflection.
Noon:Dine in the yurt of local people of various ethnic groups within the scenic area (hand-grabbed mutton 88 yuan/portion, milk tea 20 yuan/pot).
Detailed introduction of the route or destinationAfternoon:Go to Jili Lake Wetland, rent binoculars for birdwatching (rental 30 yuan/hour), or participate in fishermen’s net-casting experience (fee 100 yuan/time).
Evening:Return to Fuhai County and freely purchase local specialties such as black wolfberries and sea buckthorn juice.
【Day 3:Fuhai → Kanas (5-hour drive)】
Morning:Take a customized vehicle north along Provincial Highway S232, crossing the Altay Mountains, with a stop in Chonghu’er Town to photograph birch forests along the way.
Afternoon:Arrive at the Kanas scenic area, check into the Jiadengyu Eco-Hotel (economical type, 200-300 yuan/night), and arrange for next-day ticket reservations (one-entry ticket 185 yuan + shuttle bus 130 yuan).
【Day 4:Kanas → Hemu (2-hour drive)】
Morning:Take the shuttle bus to tour Kanas Lake, Guanyu Platform, and hike the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay).
Afternoon:Head to Hemu Village, check into a wooden cabin homestay (comfortable type, 600-800 yuan/night), and ascend the Haden Platform in the evening to photograph the village panorama and cooking smoke.
Fuhai Ulungur Lake, a ‘sapphire’ inlaid in the land of northern Xinjiang, is renowned for its ‘Devil City on the Sea’ Yardang spectacle and vast lake scenery. The lake area is divided into the Big Lake (Burentuo Hai) and the Small Lake (Jili Lake), covering a water area of 1,035 square kilometers with an average summer water temperature of 22°C. It serves as an important fishery base and migratory bird habitat in Xinjiang. In 2026, the scenic area will introduce a ‘lakeshore hiking + Yardang photography + fishing experience’ three-in-one play option, allowing visitors to take boat tours to the lake’s heart island, visit the winter dwellings of local people of various ethnic groups, or participate in fishing competitions to feel the ecological charm of the ‘Gobi Pearl’.【Day 5:Hemu → Urumqi (return trip)】
Morning:Rise early to photograph the Hemu morning mist, experience a Tuwa ethnic family visit (fee 50 yuan/person), and learn to play the Chuwuer (reed flute).
Afternoon:Take a customized vehicle back to Urumqi, with a brief stop at the Karamay Devil City (admission 42 yuan + mini-train 20 yuan) along the way.
Price Description (2026 customized vehicle reference)
【Vehicle Type and Daily Average Price】
7-seater business vehicle (e.g., Buick GL8):Off-season (November-April) 1,200 yuan/day, peak season (June-August) 2,000 yuan/day.
15-seater minibus:Off-season 1,500 yuan/day, peak season 2,500 yuan/day.
Strong linkage between scenic spots around Ulungur Lake:Fees Included:Vehicle usage fee, fuel fee, toll fee, driver service fee, basic insurance.
Fees Excluded:Scenic area admission tickets, shuttle buses, driver’s food and accommodation subsidy (150-200 yuan/day), excess mileage fee (daily limit 400 kilometers, excess charged at 2 yuan/kilometer).
【Admission Ticket Package Reference】
Ulungur Lake combined ticket (Devil City + Wetland + Boat Ticket):220 yuan/person.
Total admission ticket fee for 5-day Northern Xinjiang loop:Approximately 800 yuan/person (including core scenic areas such as Kanas, Hemu, Devil City).
Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing, provide your itinerary requirements and group size, and obtain customized quotations and vehicle selection advice.
Fee Description and Service Description
Fuhai Golden Coast: A 10-kilometer natural beach where water motorcycles, paragliding, and other activities can be experienced in summer.Transparent Fees:The quotation includes basic fees such as vehicle, driver, and fuel, with no hidden charges. The final fee is subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties.
Flexible Itinerary:In case of weather or road condition changes, both parties can reasonably modify the itinerary by mutual agreement (e.g., replacing scenic spots, changing accommodations).
Carpooling Rules:Single travelers can be coordinated for carpooling to share costs; if carpooling is not possible, they need to bear (specific amount to be determined through negotiation).
Responsibility Division:Vehicle breakdowns or accidents will be coordinated by the travel agency for handling. Travelers are responsible for costs incurred due to personal reasons for itinerary changes.
Special Tips
Peak Season Resource Tension:July-August is the peak tourist season. It is recommended to book vehicles and accommodations 30 days in advance.
Policy Changes:Information on scenic area admission tickets and traffic control may change. Please confirm the latest policies with customer service before traveling.
Environmental Protection Initiative:Ulungur Lake is an ecological protection zone. Please do not litter and prohibit the use of drones to disturb migratory birds.
The vastness of Northern Xinjiang lies in the dialogue between lake light and mountain colors, and in the symbiosis of deserts and oases. Choosing a customized vehicle for travel allows you to freely control the pace and delve into niche secret realms. Whether it’s the shimmering waves of Ulungur Lake or the morning mist enveloping Hemu Village, this journey will present you with a three-dimensional and vivid Xinjiang. For specific itinerary details and fees, welcome to consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and embark on your Northern Xinjiang water charm tour!
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 181339622233 to send itinerary and quotation.
