2026 Xinjiang Tour Car Rental Price List Detailed Cost Breakdown for 10 Day Northern Xinjiang Tour Recommended Itinerary Cost and Price
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s 2026 10-Day In-Depth Northern Xinjiang Tour Custom Vehicle Guide:Unlock a Double Feast of Nature and Culture
🌄 [Route Highlights:Comprehensive Coverage of Northern Xinjiang’s Essence]
The 10-day Northern Xinjiang loop starts from Urumqi, connecting the three core regions of Altay, Ili, and Turpan, covering four major landscapes: snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and deserts. The itinerary follows the principle of ‘no backtracking,’ with daily driving limited to 4-5 hours to allow ample time for in-depth exploration.
Core Landscape Matrix:
Kanas Three Bays:Fairy Bay’s morning mist, Moon Bay’s S-shaped river curve, and Wolong Bay’s vegetation reflections form ‘a backyard garden’
Sayram Lake Loop:Unlock ‘the last tear of the Atlantic’ at 360 degrees, with key stops at Dianjiang Terrace, Swan’s Delight, and Kele Yongzhu
Nalati Alpine Grassland:A cloud meadow at 2,200 meters above sea level, blanketed with wildflowers from June to August, offering horseback riding across streams
Northern Section of the Duoku Highway:Experience four seasons in one day, passing the Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery and Haxilegen Daban Glacier along the way
Hemu Village:A cluster of Tuwa wooden houses, where morning smoke and birch forests create an ink-wash painting
Colorful Beach:Yadan landforms framed by the Irtysh River, with rock formations displaying over five colors at sunset
🗺 ️[2026 Optimized Itinerary]
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi
Afternoon:Shop for dried fruits and Atlas silk at the International Bazaar, overlook the city from Red Hill Park
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s 2026 10-Day In-Depth Northern Xinjiang Tour Custom Vehicle Guide: Unlock a Double Feast of Nature and CultureAccommodation:Four-diamond hotel (including Uyghur-style breakfast)
Day 2:Urumqi → S21 Desert Highway → Ulungur Lake → Beitun
Driving Time:5.5 hours (including 2 photography stops)
Highlights:Aerial photography of the desert highway, sunset at Ulungur Lake’s Golden Coast
Accommodation:Beitun Business Hotel (including Kazakh-style dinner)
Day 3:Beitun → Kanas → Jiadengyu
Morning:Transfer to shuttle buses at Jiadengyu to enter Kanas
Afternoon:Hike to Guanyu Terrace (1,068 steps for a panoramic view)
Accommodation:Jiadengyu Eco Hotel (including a Tuwa family visit)
Day 4:Kanas → Hemu → Colorful Beach → Urho
Early Morning:Light hike along Kanas Three Bays (6 km boardwalk)
Afternoon:Free time in Hemu Village (recommended: wooden cabin café for views)
Evening:Sunset at Colorful Beach (use a tripod for time-lapse photography)
🌄[Route Highlights: Comprehensive Coverage of Northern Xinjiang’s Essence]Accommodation:Urho Theme Hotel (including Devil City-themed dinner)
Day 5:Urho → World Devil City → Jinghe
Morning:Shoot the morning light at Devil City (optimal lighting for Yadan landforms)
Afternoon:Cross the Gurbantunggut Desert (wild horse herds visible along the way)
Accommodation:Jinghe Hot Spring Hotel (including wolfberry wellness banquet)
Day 6:Jinghe → Sayram Lake → Guozigou Bridge → Xinyuan
Full Day:Sayram Lake loop (12 scenic stops)
Highlights:Historical讲解 (translation note: ‘讲解’ means ‘explanation/tour guide commentary’) at Dianjiang Terrace, ecological observation at Swan’s Delight
Evening:Shoot Guozigou Bridge viewpoint (use a telephoto lens)
Accommodation:Xinyuan Garden Hotel (including Kazakh hand-grabbed meat)
Day 7:Xinyuan → Nalati Grassland → Duoku Highway → Kuitun
Morning:In-depth exploration of Nalati Alpine Grassland (optional horseback riding at own expense)
Afternoon:Cross the northern section of the Duoku Highway (passing Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery)
Accommodation:Kuitun Landscape Hotel (including Russian-style dinner)
The 10-day Northern Xinjiang loop starts from Urumqi, connecting the three core regions of Altay, Ili, and Turpan, covering four major landscapes: snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and deserts. The itinerary follows the principle of ‘no backtracking,’ with daily driving limited to 4-5 hours to allow ample time for in-depth exploration.Day 8:Kuitun → Heavenly Lake of Tianshan → Urumqi
Morning:Maya Mountain Cable Car at Heavenly Lake (overlook Bogda Peak)
Afternoon:Return to Urumqi (with a讲解 (translation note: ‘讲解’ means ‘explanation/tour guide commentary’) on the legend of the Queen Mother of the West along the way)
Accommodation:Urumqi International Hotel (including farewell dinner)
Day 9:Urumqi → Turpan Day Trip
Highlights:Experience ground temperature measurement at Flaming Mountains, explore Karez underground canals, pick fresh grapes at Grape Valley
Special Arrangement:Professional讲解 (translation note: ‘讲解’ means ‘explanation/tour guide commentary’) at Jiaohe Ancient City (advance reservation required)
Accommodation:Urumqi (convenient for next day’s departure)
Day 10:Free Time → Departure
Morning:Shop for souvenirs at Hualing Market (recommended: fig jam, snow lotus wellness tea)
Afternoon:Airport transfer based on flight time (luggage storage service available)
💰 [2026 Cost Breakdown (Based on a 7-Seater Business Vehicle)]
Basic Cost Components:
Core Landscape Matrix:Custom Vehicle Fee:1,800-2,200 RMB/day (including driver, fuel, tolls)
Accommodation Fees:Primarily four-diamond hotels, with upgrades to characteristic homestays in Hemu/Jiadengyu
Admission Fees:Kanas + shuttle bus 230 RMB, Sayram Lake 145 RMB, Nalati 95 RMB, etc.
Meal Fees:Team meal standard 60 RMB/person/meal (including signature dishes like Big Plate Chicken and Roast Whole Lamb)
Package Price Reference:
Group of 4:7,800-9,200 RMB per person
Group of 6:6,500-7,800 RMB per person
Fees Include:Full vehicle usage, 9 nights’ accommodation, first admission tickets, guide services, travel accident insurance
Fees Exclude:Round-trip transportation to Urumqi, personal expenses, optional in-park activities
Seasonal Fluctuation Notes:
Peak Season (June-August):Prices increase by 30%, reservations required 60 days in advance
Shoulder Season (May, September-October):Base price
Low Season (November-April):Prices decrease by 20%, some attractions closed or modified
Kanas Three Bays: Fairy Bay’s morning mist, Moon Bay’s S-shaped river curve, and Wolong Bay’s vegetation reflections form ‘a backyard garden’📝 [Registration & Service Notes]
How to Register:
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for specific departure dates and availability.
Service Standards:
Vehicle Configuration:7-seater business vehicle (Buick GL8 or equivalent), limited to 6 passengers per vehicle
Driver Qualifications:Over 5 years of driving experience in Northern Xinjiang, familiar with basic phrases in various ethnic languages
Accommodation Guarantee:Contracted hotels pass health inspections; homestays provide 24-hour hot water
Emergency Plan:Equipped with onboard oxygen tanks, cold-weather blankets, and a first-aid kit
Special Reminders:
Daily departure times vary by season (8:00 AM in summer, 9:00 AM in autumn)
Duoku Highway access subject to weather; if closed, reroute to Yizhao Highway
Limited wooden cabins in Hemu Village; reserve 90 days in advance during peak season
⚠ ️[Important Disclaimer]
All prices and itinerary details are subject to the signed travel contract and may fluctuate by departure date. In case of force majeure (e.g., extreme weather, road closures), both parties may reasonably adjust the itinerary by mutual agreement. Solo registrants will be coordinated for shared rooms where possible; special cases require separate negotiation. Actual consultation and contract signing shall prevail.
Northern Xinjiang’s grandeur lies in its duality: the tranquility of Kanas and the wildness of the Duoku Highway; the sapphire blues of Sayram Lake and the scorching heat of Turpan. Choose Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s 10-day loop to let our professional team shield you from all travel pitfalls. Just bring your camera and a good mood to embark on this visual and spiritual feast.
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
