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Xinjiang tourism customized car rental for comfortable travel, regular fleet with customizable itineraries. Consultation hotline landline number: 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).
🗺️ If you plan a long trip to see ‘snow mountains, grasslands, deserts, and ancient cities’ all at once, then the ‘North and South Xinjiang tourism customized car rental in-depth tour’ would be a very suitable choice. This guide will start from a ‘cultural perspective’ to help you clarify routes, itineraries, costs, vehicle types, and registration methods, giving you a more three-dimensional understanding of Xinjiang’s vastness and diversity.
🏞 ️ Routes and Destinations:See Both ‘Sides’ of Xinjiang in One Trip
Xinjiang covers about 1.6 million square kilometers, equivalent to the size of over a dozen provinces, with attractions often hundreds of kilometers apart. The landscapes of North and South Xinjiang differ greatly, and customized car rental is an ideal way to connect these destinations.
North Xinjiang:Primarily natural scenery
Kanas & Hemu:Kanas Lake and the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay) are representative of North Xinjiang. In autumn, the birch forests turn golden, and the wooden houses and cooking smoke in Hemu Village create a fairy-tale scene.
Yili River Valley:Known as ‘the Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall,’ grasslands like Nalati and Kalajun are lush green in summer with wildflowers everywhere, ideal for horseback riding and hiking.
Sayram Lake:Known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic,’ the lake water is clear, and the lakeside road offers wide views, perfect for photography and stargazing.
Duku Highway:A scenic road connecting North and South Xinjiang, open for a few months each year, featuring snow mountains, canyons, grasslands, and lakes along the way, known as one of ‘China’s most beautiful highways.’
South Xinjiang:Rich in cultural charm
Kashgar Ancient City:Maze-like streets, earth-toned buildings, and traditional handicraft workshops are the core area for experiencing the life atmosphere of South Xinjiang.
Pamir Plateau:Along the way, you can see Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, and the ‘Father of Glaciers’ Muztagh Ata Peak, with magnificent scenery.
Desert Highway:Traveling through the Taklamakan Desert, you can feel the vastness of ‘a lone smoke straight in the great desert.’
Kuqa Grand Canyon & Wensu Grand Canyon:Canyon landforms formed by red rock, resembling the ‘surface of Mars,’ suitable for hiking and photography.

🗺️ If you plan a long trip to see ‘snow mountains, grasslands, deserts, and ancient cities’ all at once, then the ‘North and South Xinjiang tourism customized car rental in-depth tour’ would be a very suitable choice. This guide will start from a ‘cultural perspective’ to help you clarify routes, itineraries, costs, vehicle types, and registration methods, giving you a more three-dimensional understanding of Xinjiang’s vastness and diversity.Cultural Highlights
North Xinjiang:Strong nomadic culture among various ethnic groups, where you can learn about their lifestyles such as transhumance and traditional festivals.
South Xinjiang:Various ethnic groups live together; in Kashgar Ancient City, markets, and handicraft workshops, you can closely experience handicraft skills, music, dance, and food culture.
🗓 ️ Sample Itinerary:12-Day North and South Xinjiang Cultural In-Depth Tour
Below is a reference itinerary for a 12-day North and South Xinjiang cultural in-depth tour, which can be adjusted based on your time and interests.
D1:Arrive in Urumqi
Free time after arrival; you can visit the International Grand Bazaar or Lingguan Alley for food.
Meet the customized car driver in the evening to confirm itinerary details.
D2:Urumqi → Heavenly Lake Tianshan → Burqin
Visit Heavenly Lake Tianshan in the morning, enjoying the reflection of alpine lakes and snow mountains.
Drive to Burqin in the afternoon, enjoying the Gobi and grassland scenery along the way.
D3:Burqin → Kanas
Enter the Kanas scenic area; you can climb to Fish Viewing Platform for a panoramic lake view or stroll along the Three Bays boardwalk.
Stay overnight in Kanas or Jia Deng Yu.

🏞️ Routes and Destinations: See Both ‘Sides’ of Xinjiang in One TripD4:Kanas → Hemu
Head to Hemu Village in the morning, enjoying forest and river valley scenery along the way.
Free time in Hemu in the afternoon; you can take photos of morning mist at Harden Observation Deck (better if visited early the next morning).
D5:Hemu → Colorful Beach → Burqin
Depart from Hemu in the early morning; on the way back to Burqin, you can enjoy the confluence of Yadan landforms and the Irtysh River at Colorful Beach.
In the evening, you can taste local food like grilled fish in Burqin.
D6:Burqin → Urho Devil City → Kuitun
Cross the Gobi in the morning to reach Urho Devil City, enjoying wind-eroded landforms.
Drive to Kuitun in the afternoon, enjoying the transitional landscape of desert and grassland along the way.
D7:Kuitun → Sayram Lake → Yining
Head to Sayram Lake in the morning for a lakeside tour, enjoying the lake and mountain scenery.
Drive to Yining in the afternoon; in the evening, you can visit Kazanqi Folk Street.
D8:Yining → Nalati Grassland
Head to Nalati Grassland in the morning; you can choose to visit the Sky Grassland or River Valley Grassland, and experience activities like horseback riding.

Xinjiang covers about 1.6 million square kilometers, equivalent to the size of over a dozen provinces, with attractions often hundreds of kilometers apart. The landscapes of North and South Xinjiang differ greatly, and customized car rental is an ideal way to connect these destinations. Stay overnight in Nalati Town.
D9:Nalati → Bayinbuluke
Drive along the northern section of the Duku Highway to Bayinbuluke in the morning, enjoying diverse landscapes of snow mountains, canyons, and grasslands.
In the afternoon, enjoy the sunset at the ‘Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns’ in Bayinbuluke (weather permitting).
D10:Bayinbuluke → Southern Section of Duku Highway → Kuqa
Continue along the southern section of the Duku Highway, experiencing the landscape changes of ‘four seasons in one day.’
Arrive in Kuqa in the afternoon; you can visit Kuqa Grand Canyon.
D11:Kuqa → Kashgar

No worries about traveling through North and South Xinjiang; professional customized car rental for free travel. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency landline number: 0991-8866234, exclusive customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (WeChat same number can be added).
Head to Kashgar in the morning, enjoying the alternating landscape of Gobi and oases along the way.
Arrive in Kashgar in the afternoon to get a first feel of the ancient city atmosphere.
D12:In-depth tour of Kashgar Ancient City → Return
Visit Kashgar Ancient City in the morning, including Id Kah Mosque and the century-old teahouse.
Return in the afternoon based on flight or train schedule.
💰 Price Explanation:2026 Customized Car Rental Cost Reference

North Xinjiang: Primarily natural sceneryBelow is a reference range for 2026 Xinjiang customized car rental costs. Specific prices vary by vehicle type, season, route, etc., please refer to actual consultation and contract.
Customized Car Rental Cost Reference (RMB/day)
7-seat MPV:1000–1800 RMB
7-seat first-class luxury MPV:1800–2600 RMB
9–12-seat MPV:1500–2400 RMB
14-seat MPV:1600–2500 RMB
14–17-seat vehicle:2500–3500 RMB
17–19-seat vehicle:1800–2400 RMB
20–23-seat vehicle:2500–3800 RMB
33–38-seat vehicle:2400–3600 RMB
53–59-seat vehicle:2800–3800 RMB
Other Cost Reference
Tickets:Kanas loop about 700 RMB, Yili grassland loop about 600 RMB, South Xinjiang line about 700 RMB, North and South Xinjiang grand loop about 1500 RMB (subject to actual on-site prices at scenic spots).
Accommodation:Peak season three-star hotels in scenic areas about 600–1000 RMB/night, three-star hotels in cities along the way about 280–400 RMB/night.

Kanas & Hemu: Kanas Lake and the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay) are representative of North Xinjiang. In autumn, the birch forests turn golden, and the wooden houses and cooking smoke in Hemu Village create a fairy-tale scene.Dining:Daily meals per person 30–50 RMB, specialty meals (e.g., roast whole lamb) per person 150–200 RMB (recommend sharing among multiple people).
🚐 Vehicle Recommendations:Comfortable Travel, Flexible Choices
Based on group size and luggage, you can choose the following vehicle types.
7-seat MPV:Suitable for 2–6 person small groups, flexible and convenient, ideal for shooting road trip photos.
13–15-seat MPV:Suitable for 8–14 person groups, spacious, ideal for family or friend trips.
18–19-seat minibus:Suitable for 15–18 person groups, balancing comfort and cost-effectiveness.
37–38-seat bus:Suitable for 30–37 person groups, ideal for company or large group trips.
55-seat bus:Suitable for groups of about 50 people, spacious, ideal for long-distance travel.
Note:Sections like Duku Highway and Yizhao Highway recommend vehicles with 7 seats or fewer; confirm route arrangements in advance.
📞 Registration Method:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
To book customized car rental services, you can consult and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Phone:181-3962-2233
WeChat:181-3962-2233
Service Content

Yili River Valley: Known as ‘the Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall,’ grasslands like Nalati and Kalajun are lush green in summer with wildflowers everywhere, ideal for horseback riding and hiking. Offers multiple vehicle types to meet different group needs.
Drivers are familiar with road conditions and attractions, providing explanations and suggestions.
Assist in booking hotels, tickets, etc. (depending on the specific product).
Sign formal tourism contracts to protect the rights of both parties.
📝 Cost and Service Explanation
Cost Includes:Vehicle usage fee, fuel fee, road and bridge fees, parking fees, driver salary, and insurance.
Cost Excludes:Personal expenses, some scenic spot tickets, hotel accommodation, etc. (depending on the specific product).
Service Commitment:Formal operating vehicles, drivers with licenses, good service attitude.
Warm Tips:Specific itineraries, costs, and service details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
💡 Practical Tips:Make Your Journey Smoother
Documents:Bring valid documents; a permit is required to go to the Pamir Plateau (can consult the travel agency for assistance in advance).
Clothing:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; prepare windproof jackets, sun-protective clothing, sunglasses, etc.
Sun Protection:Strong UV rays; apply sunscreen and wear a hat.
Medication:Prepare common medicines like cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, motion sickness medicine, etc.
Other:Bring a thermos, power bank, and some cash (poor signal in some areas).
For Xinjiang tourism, choose Pathfinder International Travel Agency; customized car rental for travel is worry-free and reliable. Landline number: 0991-8866234. Customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233.