Xinjiang Travel Charter Customer Service Organizes North and South Xinjiang Tour Schedule

Xinjiang Travel Customized Car Rental: Comfortable Travel, Regular Fleet, Customizable Itinerary. Consultation Hotline Landline: 0991-8866234. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, Customized Consultation Manager Zhang Jing Phone: 181-3962-2233 (Copy to add friends for detailed consultation on Xinjiang travel routes and prices)
📞 Phone Consultation:181-3962-2233
💬 Same Number on WeChat:181-3962-2233
Many friends, when consulting about Xinjiang’s northern and southern routes, often ask the same question:“How many days do I have? How should I arrange my time most appropriately?”
As a customer service representative for Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, I receive a large number of similar inquiries every day. Instead of replying sporadically, it’s better to compile the frequently asked timetables and questions into a practical reference, making it easier for you to plan according to your vacation.
🗺 ️ Quick Overview of Northern and Southern Route Features
Xinjiang is divided by the Tianshan Mountains, with significant differences in scenery and experiences between the northern and southern regions, forming the basis of itinerary planning.
| Region | Core Experience | Recommended Season | Suitable For |
| :— | :— | :— | :— |
| Northern Xinjiang 🏞️ | Alpine lakes, grasslands, forests, yardang landforms | May-October (June-August flower seas, September-October autumn colors) | Photography enthusiasts, nature scenery lovers |
| Southern Xinjiang 🕌 | Cultural relics, deserts, Gobi, plateau snow mountains | Year-round (fewer people in winter) | Cultural history enthusiasts, in-depth experience seekers |
🚗 Special Reminder for Duku Highway
Traffic Restrictions:Recommended for vehicles with 7 seats or fewer.
Opening Hours:Usually from June to September each year, subject to the official announcement of the year.
Impact on Itinerary:Whether to take the Duku Highway directly affects the number of days and route design.

📞 Phone Consultation: 181-3962-2233🗓 ️ Planning by Days:Northern and Southern Xinjiang Itinerary Timetable
5–7 Days:Yili Grassland + Duku Highway Essence Route
This route is suitable for tourists with limited time who want to experience the essence of Northern Xinjiang. The Duku Highway section must be traveled by vehicles with 7 seats or fewer.
D1: Arrive in Urumqi, acclimate to the climate, explore the city.
D2: Urumqi → S101 Provincial Highway Scenic View → Kuytun/Dushanzi, enjoy canyon landscapes along the way.
D3: Kuytun → Sailimu Lake Loop → Guozigou, admire the ‘last tear of the Atlantic’.
D4: Guozigou → Kalajun/Nalati Grassland, experience grassland scenery.
D5: Nalati → Middle Section of Duku Highway (Big and Small Dragon Pools) → Kuqa, experience four seasons in one day.
D6: Kuqa → Return to Urumqi, end of tour.
D7 (Optional): Add 1 day to visit Kuqa Grand Canyon or stop at Jinghe and Bole on the way back.
8–10 Days:Northern Xinjiang Natural Scenery Loop
This is a classic ‘Kanas + Yili’ grand loop, suitable for first-time visitors to Xinjiang with ample time.
D1: Arrive in Urumqi, free time.
D2: Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Fukang/Changji.

💬 Same Number on WeChat: 181-3962-2233D3: Fukang → Keketuohai → Fuyun.
D4: Fuyun → Burqin → Colorful Beach (watch sunset) → Burqin/Beitun.
D5: Burqin → Kanas Scenic Area (Three Bays, Lakeside) → Jia Dengyu.
D6: Jia Dengyu → Hemu Village (watch sunrise, wooden houses, river valley) → Hemu.
D7: Hemu → Revisit Colorful Beach on way back to Burqin → Karamay.
D8: Karamay → World Devil City → Jinghe/Kuytun.
D9: Jinghe → Sailimu Lake → Qingshuihe/Huocheng.
D10: Qingshuihe → Nalati Grassland → Nalati Town.
D11 (Optional): Nalati → Northern Section of Duku Highway → Return to Urumqi, extend itinerary to 11 days.
12–15 Days:Southern Xinjiang Cultural Exploration Route
This route is suitable for tourists interested in cultural history, Silk Road relics, and desert scenery, travelable year-round.
D1: Arrive in Urumqi, rest.
D2: Urumqi → Lop Nur Village → Korla.
D3: Korla → Kuqa Grand Canyon → Kuqa (can visit Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves).
D4: Kuqa → Aksu (Gobi and oasis landscapes along the way).

Many friends, when consulting about Xinjiang’s northern and southern routes, often ask the same question: ‘How many days do I have? How should I arrange my time most appropriately?’D5: Aksu → Kashgar, explore Kashgar Old City in the evening.
D6: In-depth tour of Kashgar Old City (Id Kah Mosque, Century Old Tea House, etc.).
D7: Kashgar → Pamir Plateau (Karakul Lake, Muztagh Ata) → Tashkurgan.
D8: Tashkurgan → Stone City, Golden Grassland → Return to Kashgar.
D9: Kashgar → Zepu Golden Poplar Forest → Shache.
D10: Shache → Along Desert Highway → Korla.
D11: Korla → Return to Urumqi.
D12 (Optional): Add 1 day for a Urumqi surrounding tour (e.g., Tianshan Tianchi or Turpan).

No worries about exploring Northern and Southern Xinjiang, professional customized car rental for free travel. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Landline Hotline: 0991-8866234, Exclusive Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing Phone: 181-3962-2233 (Same number on WeChat, can be added)
20–30 Days:Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Grand Loop
Suitable for tourists with very ample vacation time who want to experience the full scope of Xinjiang in one go. The itinerary can be flexibly split and combined.
First Half (Northern Xinjiang): Refer to the ‘8-10 Day Northern Xinjiang Loop’, visiting Kanas, Hemu, Sailimu Lake, Nalati, etc.
Middle Section (Connection): Enter Southern Xinjiang from Northern Xinjiang via the Duku Highway or a detour route.
Second Half (Southern Xinjiang): Refer to the latter part of the ’12-15 Day Southern Xinjiang Route’, delving into the Pamir Plateau, Desert Highway, Kashgar, etc.
💰 2026 Customized Car Rental Price Reference

As a customer service representative for Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, I receive a large number of similar inquiries every day. Instead of replying sporadically, it’s better to compile the frequently asked timetables and questions into a practical reference, making it easier for you to plan according to your vacation.The following are market reference prices for 2026. Actual costs may vary due to factors such as season, route, and number of days, subject to the contract.
1. Reference by Vehicle Type (Daily)
7-Seat Business Vehicle (Buick GL8, etc.): Peak season approx. 1800–2300 RMB/day; Off-peak approx. 800–1800 RMB/day.
9–12-Seat Business Vehicle: Approx. 1200–2000 RMB/day.
14–17-Seat Business Vehicle: Approx. 1800–3200 RMB/day.
17–19-Seat Minibus: Approx. 1200–2800 RMB/day.
20–23-Seat Minibus (Coaster, etc.): Approx. 1500–2600 RMB/day.
33–38-Seat Bus: Approx. 1800–2800 RMB/day.
53–59-Seat Bus: Approx. 2000–3800 RMB/day.
> Note:The above are reference prices for regular routes, excluding driver accommodation. Special routes like plateaus and borders require additional calculation.
2. Reference by Route (Per Person)
The following are package reference prices for ‘car + accommodation + tickets + partial meals’, excluding round-trip transportation.
8–10 Day Northern Xinjiang Loop
2–4 Person Small Group: Approx. 11000–13000 RMB/person
5–8 Person Small Group: Approx. 10000–12000 RMB/person

🗺️ Quick Overview of Northern and Southern Route Features9–12 Person Group: Approx. 9000–11000 RMB/person
12–15 Day Southern Xinjiang Loop
2–4 Person Small Group: Approx. 13000–15000 RMB/person
5–8 Person Small Group: Approx. 12000–14000 RMB/person
9–12 Person Group: Approx. 11000–13000 RMB/person
5–7 Day Duku Yili Essence Route
2–4 Person Small Group: Approx. 7000–9000 RMB/person
5–8 Person Small Group: Approx. 6000–8000 RMB/person
> Price Note:Prices increase during peak season (July-August, National Day). It is recommended to book 1-2 months in advance. If the quoted price is significantly lower than the market price, be wary of subsequent price increases.
🤝 How to Register and Consult
You can contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency through the following methods to get a customized itinerary plan.
Phone/WeChat: 181-3962-2233 (Same Number)
Communication Points: To get an accurate quote, please inform us in advance of your travel days, number of people, departure date, interested route (Northern/Southern/Duku), and budget range.
📋 Fee and Service Description

Xinjiang is divided by the Tianshan Mountains, with significant differences in scenery and experiences between the northern and southern regions, forming the basis of itinerary planning.Fees Include
Use fee for regular operating vehicles
Driver’s salary, fuel costs, tolls, parking fees
Vehicle compulsory insurance and carrier liability insurance
Basic emergency tools (spare tire, tow rope, etc.)
Fees Exclude
Round-trip transportation for tourists to Xinjiang
Driver’s accommodation and meals (can be negotiated to be borne by tourists or included in the total price)
Scenic area tickets and shuttle bus tickets
Full accommodation and meal costs
Personal travel accident insurance and self-funded items not mentioned in the itinerary
Important Notes
All itinerary arrangements and fee details will be specified in the contract.
In case of force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area policies, both parties can negotiate to change the itinerary.
Cancellation and modification rules will be strictly implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law’ and other relevant laws and regulations.
If you already have a rough idea of your vacation time and group size, you can directly send the information to customer service at 181-3962-2233, and we can tailor a more detailed itinerary plan for you.
For Xinjiang travel, choose Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Customized car rental for travel is worry-free and reliable. Landline: 0991-8866234. Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing Phone: 181-3962-2233