Pure Independent Tour Northern Xinjiang Car Rental, Devil City Sayram Lake Ample Play Time

Guo Jing, a senior Xinjiang travel specialist from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, focuses on customized car rentals, carpooling, and worry-free group tours across Xinjiang. Whether traveling alone, with family, or with friends, we can match you with a suitable travel plan. 24-hour travel consultation hotline: 0991-8585456, same number on WeChat: 181-3962-2229, available around the clock to plan your Xinjiang journey.
Explore Northern Xinjiang:A deep, no-shopping customized car rental tour of the Devil City and Sayram Lake 🚗
On the vast land of Xinjiang, Northern Xinjiang attracts countless travelers with its magnificent natural scenery and rich cultural heritage. Today, we have carefully planned a no-shopping customized car rental tour of Northern Xinjiang, focusing on the Devil City and Sayram Lake, ensuring you have ample time to immerse yourself in this unique land and experience the wonders of nature.
I. Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination
Northern Xinjiang, located in the northern part of Xinjiang, boasts breathtaking natural landscapes. Starting from Urumqi, you will traverse the vast Gobi Desert, arrive at the mysterious Devil City, and then head to Sayram Lake, known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean.’ Along the way, you will also visit famous attractions like Keketuohai and Kanas, each leaving you reluctant to leave.
Devil City (Yardang Landform Scenic Area): This is a typical wind-eroded landform, shaped by millions of years of wind and sand into various forms of yardang clusters. When night falls and the wind howls, it sounds as if countless demons are roaming the city, hence the name ‘Devil City.’ Here, you can feel the immense power of nature and capture stunning landscape photos.
Sayram Lake: As the highest-altitude and largest alpine lake in Xinjiang, Sayram Lake is famous for its crystal-clear waters and surrounding snow-capped mountains. In summer, the lake is a brilliant blue with sparkling waves, and wildflowers bloom along the shores, creating a beautiful picture. Here, you can stroll by the lake, feel the gentle breeze, or take a boat ride to enjoy the lake and mountain views up close.
II. Simple Itinerary

Explore Northern Xinjiang: A deep, no-shopping customized car rental tour of the Devil City and Sayram Lake 🚗Below is an 8-day no-shopping customized car rental itinerary for Northern Xinjiang, ensuring you have ample time to visit the Devil City and Sayram Lake:
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi
Arrive in Urumqi, check into the hotel, and acclimatize to the plateau climate.
In the evening, you can visit the Urumqi International Grand Bazaar to experience local folk customs.
Day 2:Urumqi—Keketuohai
Depart in the morning to Keketuohai Scenic Area, exploring the Ertix Grand Canyon and the No. 3 Mine Pit.
Stay overnight in a characteristic guesthouse in Keketuohai to experience local life.

On the vast land of Xinjiang, Northern Xinjiang attracts countless travelers with its magnificent natural scenery and rich cultural heritage. Today, we have carefully planned a no-shopping customized car rental tour of Northern Xinjiang, focusing on the Devil City and Sayram Lake, ensuring you have ample time to immerse yourself in this unique land and experience the wonders of nature.Day 3:Keketuohai—Burqin—Colorful Beach
Head to Burqin, enjoying the Gobi scenery along the way.
In the afternoon, visit the Colorful Beach to watch the sunset over the Danxia landform.
Stay overnight in a hotel in Burqin and taste local cuisine.
Day 4:Burqin—Devil City
Depart in the morning to the Devil City Scenic Area.
Spend the whole day exploring the Devil City, experiencing the unique charm of the Yardang landform and taking landscape photos.

Guo Jing from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, a senior travel specialist with 10 years of experience in Xinjiang tourism, focuses on customized car rentals, carpooling, and group tours in Xinjiang. 24-hour consultation: 0991-8585456, same number on WeChat: 181-3962-2229, available around the clock to plan your Xinjiang journey.
I. Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination. Stay overnight in a hotel in Karamay for rest and change.
Day 5:Karamay—Sayram Lake
Head to Sayram Lake, enjoying the transition from grassland to Gobi scenery along the way.
Arrive at Sayram Lake in the afternoon, take a lake tour, and visit spots like Moon Bay and Qinshui Beach.
Stay overnight in a guesthouse near Sayram Lake and enjoy the starry sky.
Day 6:In-depth Tour of Sayram Lake
Spend the whole day around Sayram Lake, with options for hiking, cycling, or taking a boat ride.

Northern Xinjiang, located in the northern part of Xinjiang, boasts breathtaking natural landscapes. Starting from Urumqi, you will traverse the vast Gobi Desert, arrive at the mysterious Devil City, and then head to Sayram Lake, known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean.’ Along the way, you will also visit famous attractions like Keketuohai and Kanas, each leaving you reluctant to leave. Visit Kelong Yongzhu to watch swans; head to the Dianjiang Terrace to wait for the sunset.
Continue staying overnight in a guesthouse near Sayram Lake.
Day 7:Sayram Lake—Yining
Depart in the morning to Yining City.
In the afternoon, visit the Kazanqi Folk Village in Yining to experience the traditional cultures of various ethnic groups.
Stay overnight in a hotel in Yining and taste local cuisine.
Day 8:Yining—Urumqi (Return)

Devil City (Yardang Landform Scenic Area): This is a typical wind-eroded landform, shaped by millions of years of wind and sand into various forms of yardang clusters. When night falls and the wind howls, it sounds as if countless demons are roaming the city, hence the name ‘Devil City.’ Here, you can feel the immense power of nature and capture stunning landscape photos.Return to Urumqi according to flight or train schedule, ending the pleasant Northern Xinjiang tour.
III. Price Explanation
The price of this Northern Xinjiang no-shopping customized car rental tour varies depending on the season, vehicle type, and number of people. Below is a rough price range for your reference:
Vehicle Options:5-seat SUV (suitable for 2-3 people) or 7-seat business vehicle (suitable for 4-6 people).
Price Range: Based on market conditions in 2026, the daily price for a 5-seat SUV is between 1100 and 1300 yuan; for a 7-seat business vehicle, it is between 1400 and 1600 yuan. The specific price needs to be negotiated with the travel agency based on your travel dates and vehicle choice.
Inclusions:Full customized car rental fee (including driver service fee, fuel, and tolls), accommodation fee (star-rated hotels + characteristic guesthouses), first admission tickets to scenic spots (including Devil City and Sayram Lake), guide service fee (if needed), travel accident insurance, etc.
Exclusions:Personal meals, self-funded items within scenic spots (e.g., boat rides on Sayram Lake), round-trip transportation to Urumqi, etc.
Please note that the above prices are for reference only. The specific price is subject to negotiation with
For 2026 Xinjiang travel customized car rental, customization, or carpooling tours, welcome to consult (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456). Xinjiang customized travel manager Guo Jing, WeChat ID: 181-3962-2229, for customization.