Northern Xinjiang Group Tour 8 Day Urban Cultural Journey to Liuxing Street and Kazhanqi Folk Village with Real Time Group Price Updates Recommended Route Pricing
Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send itinerary and quotation
Exploring Northern Xinjiang:An 8-Day In-Depth Urban Cultural Journey✨
Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or Destination
Northern Xinjiang, a vast and mysterious land, not only boasts magnificent natural scenery but also harbors profound historical and cultural heritage. This 8-day urban cultural journey will take you to the heart of the Ili River Valley, exploring the two shining gems—Liuxing Street and Kazanqi Folk Village—and experiencing the fusion and collision of various ethnic cultures.
Liuxing Street, founded in the mid-1930s and planned and designed by German engineer Wasi Li, is renowned for its unique hexagonal block layout. It is not only a historical and cultural landmark of Yining City but also a vivid portrayal of harmonious coexistence among various ethnic groups. Strolling along Liuxing Street, you will be attracted by the colorful doors and windows and exquisite carved balconies, as if traveling back to an era full of folk customs.
Kazanqi Folk Village is a large-scale original ecological cultural scenic spot in Northern Xinjiang, featuring the ethnic customs of various ethnic groups. Here, a large number of traditional dwellings of various ethnic groups have been preserved, with blue walls and white tiles arranged in a picturesque manner, resembling a vivid folk painting. Stepping into Kazanqi, you can personally experience the daily lives of various ethnic groups, taste authentic handmade ice cream, listen to the melodious sound of the dutar, and feel their simplicity and enthusiasm.
Simple Itinerary
Exploring Northern Xinjiang: An 8-Day In-Depth Urban Cultural Journey✨Day 1:Arrival in Urumqi from All Over the Country
Upon arrival in Urumqi, Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency will arrange a private car to pick you up from the airport/station and transfer you to a comfortable hotel in the city. In the evening, you can stroll through the International Bazaar, feel the rich Silk Road atmosphere, and taste authentic ethnic cuisines.
Day 2:Urumqi → Yining
Depart early in the morning and take a comfortable tourist bus to Yining. Enjoy the magnificent Gobi scenery along the way. Upon arrival, check into the hotel and rest. In the afternoon, we will take you to Liuxing Street to experience the unique charm of this century-old street and take photos full of ethnic customs.
Day 3:Yining → Kazanqi Folk Village
Spend a full day exploring Kazanqi Folk Village in depth. Take a characteristic horse-drawn carriage through the blue-walled and white-tiled alleys, visit the dwellings of various ethnic groups, and learn about their living habits and traditional cultures. At noon, taste authentic ethnic cuisines in the folk village and experience Northern Xinjiang on your taste buds. In the afternoon, you can enjoy free time to stroll through handicraft shops and choose some favorite souvenirs.
Day 4:Yining → Sayram Lake → Guozigou Bridge
Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or DestinationDepart early in the morning for Sayram Lake, known as the “Last Tear of the Atlantic.” Enjoy a scenic drive around the lake, admire the beautiful reflection of snow-capped mountains on the lake surface, and feel the tranquility and grandeur of nature. In the afternoon, pass by Guozigou Bridge, stop for photos, and record the excellent integration of this magnificent bridge with the surrounding mountains and rivers.
Day 5:Yining → Nalati Grassland
Head to Nalati Grassland, one of the world’s four largest grasslands and a settlement of various ethnic groups. Take a shuttle bus deep into the grassland, enjoy the vast and boundless grassland scenery, and experience horseback riding, archery, and other grassland activities. In the evening, stay in a characteristic Nalati homestay, gaze at the sparkling stars, and feel the tranquility and peace of the grassland.
Day 6:Nalati → Bayanbulak Grassland
Depart early in the morning for Bayanbulak Grassland, China’s second-largest grassland and the settlement of the Torghut tribe after their eastward return. Visit the core scenic spot on the grassland—the Nine Bends of Eighteen Turns—and wait for the magnificent scenery at sunset. In the evening, stay in a Bayanbulak hotel and taste local specialties.
Day 7:Bayanbulak → Urumqi
Northern Xinjiang, a vast and mysterious land, not only boasts magnificent natural scenery but also harbors profound historical and cultural heritage. This 8-day urban cultural journey will take you to the heart of the Ili River Valley, exploring the two shining gems—Liuxing Street and Kazanqi Folk Village—and experiencing the fusion and collision of various ethnic cultures.After enjoying the grassland sunrise in the morning, return to Urumqi. Along the way, you can admire the magnificent scenery of the Duku Highway (subject to weather and road conditions). Upon arrival in Urumqi, check into the hotel and rest to prepare for your return journey the next day.
Day 8:Departure from Urumqi to All Over the Country
According to your flight or train schedule, Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency will arrange a private car to transfer you to the airport/station, concluding this unforgettable urban cultural journey in Northern Xinjiang.
Price Description
The reference price range for this 8-day urban cultural journey is 4,500 to 7,500 yuan per person, with specific prices subject to fluctuations based on factors such as season, accommodation standards, and transportation methods. The price includes round-trip transportation (tourist bus), accommodation (comfortable hotels or characteristic homestays), meals (team meals and special cuisine experiences), scenic spot tickets, tour guide service fees, and insurance. Reasonable itinerary changes can be made upon mutual agreement, and prices and available spots are subject to confirmation by contract or customer service and may fluctuate with departure dates. The contract signed by both parties shall prevail.
Registration Method
You can register for this 8-day urban cultural journey through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. Please contact customer service manager Zhang Jing in advance to learn about detailed itinerary arrangements, price information, and registration procedures.
Liuxing Street, founded in the mid-1930s and planned and designed by German engineer Wasi Li, is renowned for its unique hexagonal block layout. It is not only a historical and cultural landmark of Yining City but also a vivid portrayal of harmonious coexistence among various ethnic groups. Strolling along Liuxing Street, you will be attracted by the colorful doors and windows and exquisite carved balconies, as if traveling back to an era full of folk customs.Fee Description and Service Description
Fees Include:
Round-Trip Transportation:Tourist bus transfers, ensuring a comfortable journey.
Accommodation:Stay in comfortable hotels or characteristic homestays throughout the journey, clean, tidy, and conveniently located.
Meals:Team meals and special cuisine experiences, allowing you to taste authentic ethnic cuisines.
Scenic Spot Tickets:Include the first entrance tickets for all scenic spots in the itinerary.
Kazanqi Folk Village is a large-scale original ecological cultural scenic spot in Northern Xinjiang, featuring the ethnic customs of various ethnic groups. Here, a large number of traditional dwellings of various ethnic groups have been preserved, with blue walls and white tiles arranged in a picturesque manner, resembling a vivid folk painting. Stepping into Kazanqi, you can personally experience the daily lives of various ethnic groups, taste authentic handmade ice cream, listen to the melodious sound of the dutar, and feel their simplicity and enthusiasm.Tour Guide Service Fees:Professional tour guides accompany you throughout the journey, explaining the history and cultural background of scenic spots.
Insurance:Include travel agency liability insurance and personal accident insurance, ensuring a worry-free journey.
Fees Do Not Include:
Personal Expenses:Such as personal expenditures on shopping and entertainment.
Self-Funded Items:Such as fees for grassland activities like horseback riding and archery (participate based on personal interest).
:For single registrants, our agency will do its best to coordinate room sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation.
The specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Reasonable itinerary changes can be made upon mutual agreement to ensure a pleasant and smooth journey.
During this 8-day urban cultural journey in Northern Xinjiang, you will not only appreciate magnificent natural scenery but also deeply experience the unique charm of various ethnic cultures. Whether strolling along the century-old street of Liuxing Street or visiting the dwellings of various ethnic groups in Kazanqi Folk Village; whether standing by Sayram Lake to feel the tranquility and grandeur of nature or gazing at the sparkling stars on Nalati Grassland… all of this will leave you with unforgettable memories. Come and join us! Explore Northern Xinjiang together and embark on an unforgettable urban cultural journey!
Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send itinerary and quotation

