Xinjiang Group Tour Classic 8 Day Itinerary in Northern Xinjiang Cost Breakdown Recommended Route Price

Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation.

【8-Day Group Tour in Northern Xinjiang:Unlock the Dual Gifts of Nature and Culture】
🌄 Itinerary Highlights:Comprehensive coverage of Northern Xinjiang’s highlights, a travel code for scenic beauty in all seasons
The charm of Northern Xinjiang lies in its flowing tapestry woven with snow-capped mountains, forests, grasslands, and lakes. In 2026, this classic 8-day itinerary, centered around “nature + culture,” connects four major IPs: Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland, balancing off-the-beaten-path secrets with in-depth experiences. It is suitable for photography enthusiasts, family travelers, and first-time visitors to Xinjiang.
⭐ Itinerary Features:
Strong Seasonal Adaptability:Enjoy wildflowers in spring, escape the heat in summer, admire colorful forests in autumn, and play in the snow in winter. Groups can depart year-round (some scenic spots may have adjusted winter operating hours; reasonable itinerary changes can be made by mutual agreement).
Optimized Transportation:The entire journey uses comfortable 38-seat tourist buses equipped with onboard charging ports and luggage compartments, minimizing transfers. The longest single-day drive does not exceed 5 hours.
Upgraded Accommodations:Stay in characteristic wooden cabins within Kanas and Hemu scenic areas, enjoy lake-view rooms at Sayram Lake, and select four-star hotels in other cities.
Enhanced Experiences:Interactive activities such as Tuwa family visits, grassland horseback riding, and lakeside sunset yoga are added (some activities are at an additional cost, as specified in the itinerary).
📅 Simple Itinerary:Key daily arrangements (2026 updated version)
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi

【8-Day Group Tour in Northern Xinjiang: Unlock the Dual Gifts of Nature and Culture】Morning:Arrive in Urumqi and check into the hotel (airport pickup included).
Afternoon:Recommended free activities: Xinjiang Museum (free admission, advance reservation required, open 10:00-18:00, closed Mondays), International Bazaar (experience ethnic handicrafts and cuisine).
Evening:The tour leader holds a pre-trip briefing and distributes supply packs (including warm clothing, common medications, etc.).
Day 2:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake of Tianshan – Fuyun
Morning:Drive to Heavenly Lake of Tianshan (about 1.5 hours), visit Mayashan Cable Car and West Mother Temple (admission + shuttle bus reference price: 155 RMB/person, subject to contract).
Afternoon:Drive to Fuyun County (about 4 hours), passing through the Junggar Basin and enjoying Gobi Desert scenery.
Evening:Check into a Fuyun hotel and savor a local specialty cold-water fish banquet.
Day 3:Fuyun – Koktokay – Burqin
Morning:Explore Koktokay National Geopark (admission + shuttle bus reference price: 126 RMB/person), visit Mine No. 3 and Zhongshan.
Afternoon:Traverse the Kalamaili Mountain Ungulate Nature Reserve; with luck, spot wild horses or Mongolian gazelles.
Evening:Arrive in Burqin, stroll the Sino-Russian Old Pier风情街 (风情街 means ‘style street’) at night; try grilled dogfish (a local freshwater fish).

🌄 Itinerary Highlights: Comprehensive coverage of Northern Xinjiang’s highlights, a travel code for scenic beauty in all seasonsDay 4:Burqin – Kanas
Morning:Enter Kanas Scenic Area by bus (admission + shuttle bus reference price: 230 RMB/person), admire Wolong Bay, Moon Bay, and Fairy Bay along the way.
Afternoon:Ascend Guanyu Platform for a panoramic view of Kanas Lake or hike the Three Bays Trail (about 6 km, gentle and easy).
Evening:Stay in a wooden cabin within the scenic area and attend a Tuwa music evening (reference price: 80 RMB/person, voluntary participation).
Day 5:Kanas – Hemu
Morning:Head to Hemu Village (shuttle bus reference price: 102 RMB/person), enjoy the transition zone of primeval forests and grasslands along the way.
Afternoon:Ride a horse from Hemu Bridge to Beautiful Peak (about 2 hours, reference price: 200 RMB/person) for a panoramic village view.
Evening:Stay in a wooden cabin and photograph the starry sky (bring your own tripod; light pollution is minimal in the scenic area).
Day 6:Hemu – Devil City – Karamay
Morning:Rise early to capture Hemu’s morning mist (around 6:30 in summer, 9:00 in winter), then return to Burqin.

The charm of Northern Xinjiang lies in its flowing tapestry woven with snow-capped mountains, forests, grasslands, and lakes. In 2026, this classic 8-day itinerary, centered around “nature + culture,” connects four major IPs: Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland, balancing off-the-beaten-path secrets with in-depth experiences. It is suitable for photography enthusiasts, family travelers, and first-time visitors to Xinjiang.Afternoon:Cross the Gurbantunggut Desert and arrive at Urho Devil City (admission + shuttle bus reference price: 62 RMB/person), take a mini-train through the yardang landforms.
Evening:Check into a Karamay hotel and savor authentic拌面 (noodles) and grilled stuffed buns.
Day 7:Karamay – Sayram Lake – Yining
Morning:Drive to Sayram Lake (about 5 hours), tour attractions like the Commanding Platform, Swan Paradise, and Kele Yongzhu (admission + shuttle bus reference price: 145 RMB/person).
Afternoon:Experience sunset yoga by the lake (yoga mats provided free; advance reservation required).
Evening:Check into a Yining hotel and freely explore Liuxing Street (a hub of ethnic architecture and cuisine).
Day 8:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Urumqi
Morning:Visit Nalati Grassland (admission + shuttle bus reference price: 95 RMB/person), choose between the Aerial Grassland or River Valley Grassland routes (one of the two).
Afternoon:Return to Urumqi (about 6 hours), rest at the Jinghe service area along the way.
Evening:Arrive in Urumqi and transfer to the airport based on your flight time (recommended flight after 22:00).
💰 Price Information:Transparent pricing, no hidden traps

⭐ Itinerary Features:2026 Reference Cost:4,980 RMB/person for adults, 3,280 RMB/person for children (under 12, no bed, no admission tickets).
Cost Includes:
Transportation:Round-trip tourist bus from Urumqi, including tolls, fuel, and driver allowances.
Accommodations:7 nights (wooden cabins in Kanas/Hemu, four-star hotels elsewhere).
Meals:7 breakfasts + 6 main meals (main meal standard: 40 RMB/person, including specialty meals).
Admission Tickets:First admission tickets and shuttle buses listed in the itinerary.
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance + travel accident insurance (coverage: 500,000 RMB/person).
Services:Professional tour leader accompanies the entire journey, providing emergency medication and photography guidance.
Cost Excludes:
：For solo travelers, we will try our best to arrange shared rooms; special cases require separate negotiation.

Strong Seasonal Adaptability: Enjoy wildflowers in spring, escape the heat in summer, admire colorful forests in autumn, and play in the snow in winter. Groups can depart year-round (some scenic spots may have adjusted winter operating hours; reasonable itinerary changes can be made by mutual agreement).Optional Activities:Horseback riding, Tuwa evening performance, yoga experience, etc. (all clearly priced, voluntary participation).
Personal Expenses:Such as shopping, additional meals, etc.
❗ Special Notes:
Prices may fluctuate between peak and off-peak seasons; specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
If scenic spot admission policies change (e.g., senior/student discounts), refunds or supplements will be made based on scenic spot announcements.
📝 Registration Method:Convenient channel, worry-free departure
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; provide your name, valid ID number, contact information, and special needs (e.g., dietary restrictions, health conditions). Customer service manager Zhang Jing will assist with contract signing and payment (online signing supported; no in-store visit required).
📌 Price Information and Service Notes
If unforeseen factors (e.g., natural disasters, policy changes) occur after contract signing, both parties may reasonably modify the itinerary or terminate the contract by mutual agreement, with fees settled based on actual expenses.
Information on transportation schedules, scenic spot opening hours, etc., in the itinerary is subject to notification from the tour leader 3 days before departure.
Specific service standards and rights are subject to the contract signed by both parties.
🌈 Each season in Northern Xinjiang has its own romance. Whether it’s the autumn fairy tale of Kanas, the summer azure of Sayram Lake, or the winter tranquility of Hemu Village, this itinerary lets you understand Xinjiang’s diversity and inclusiveness. Consult customer service manager Zhang Jing at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to start your Northern Xinjiang journey!

Contact Manager Guo Jing at 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation.