18 Day In Depth Group Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang Enjoy Grassland Scenery and Desert Wonders with Detailed Cost Breakdown and Recommended Itinerary Price
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation.
An 18-day in-depth group tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang with no additional consumption: A visual feast of grassland splendor and desert wonders🌄A visual feast of grassland splendor and desert wonders🌄
Detailed introduction to the itinerary or destination
Xinjiang, this vast and boundless land, attracts countless tourists with its unique natural scenery and rich cultural heritage of various ethnic groups. The 18-day in-depth group tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang with no additional consumption will take you through the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, allowing you to appreciate the vastness of the grasslands and the grandeur of the deserts, and to feel the unique charm of nature’s masterpieces and the cultures of various ethnic groups.
[Eastern Xinjiang] – The Starting Point of Silk Road Culture
Eastern Xinjiang, as an important node of the Silk Road, carries profound historical and cultural significance. Hami, the eastern gateway to Xinjiang, attracts tourists with its unique Yardang landform and rich historical relics. The Haidao Magic City, with its wind-eroded rock pillars of various shapes, seems to tell stories of thousands of years of wind and sand. The Hui王府 (Prince’s Mansion) and the performance of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of the Twelve Muqam allow you to experience the history of this key Silk Road town and the charm of the arts of various ethnic groups up close.
[Northern Xinjiang] – A Paradise of Natural Scenery
Northern Xinjiang is renowned for its beautiful natural scenery. Kanas, known as a “picturesque scenic spot on earth,” features clear lakes surrounded by snow-capped mountains. The morning mist and the lake complement each other, creating poetic and picturesque scenes. Hemu Ancient Village, with its wooden houses, river valleys, and birch forests, weaves a fairy-tale-like picture, making people feel as if they are in a secluded paradise. Wucaitan, a typical colorful Danxia landform, offers迷人的 scenery at sunset and is a paradise for photography enthusiasts.
[Western Xinjiang] – The Poetry of the江南 (Jiangnan) Beyond the Great Wall
Western Xinjiang, with its unique geographical and climatic conditions, nurtures picturesque natural scenery. Sayram Lake, known as “the last tear of the Atlantic,” features clear waters surrounded by snow-capped mountains, offering breathtaking views. Nalati Grassland, a high-mountain grassland landscape interwoven with snow-capped mountains, forests, and river valleys, makes people feel as if they are in a moving picture. The Duku Highway, which traverses the Tianshan Mountains, offers views of canyons, snow-capped mountains, and grasslands along the way, allowing you to experience the changes of the four seasons in a single day, which is truly astonishing.
An 18-day in-depth group tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang with no additional consumption: A visual feast of grassland splendor and desert wonders🌄[Southern Xinjiang] – A Living Fossil of Silk Road Humanities
Southern Xinjiang is a living fossil of Western Region civilization and the most culturally profound secret realm in Xinjiang. Kashgar Old City, this ancient city full of a strong Silk Road atmosphere, has a maze of streets and alleys and numerous shops, making people feel as if they have traveled back to the prosperous era a thousand years ago. The Pamir Plateau, with its magnificent scenery interwoven with snow-capped mountains, lakes, and alpine meadows, makes people feel the majesty and grandeur of nature. Karakul Lake and Baisha Lake, with their combination of alpine lakes, sand dunes, and snow-capped peaks, are truly captivating.
Simple Itinerary
This 18-day in-depth group tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang with no additional consumption will take you to the精华 (essence) attractions of Xinjiang, offering a double feast for your eyes and soul. Here is a simple itinerary arrangement:
Day 1:Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station and take a special train to Xinjiang, enjoying the scenery along the way.
Days 2-3:Sightseeing along the special train route, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, and other places, experiencing the changing regional scenery.
Day 4:Arrive in Hami and visit the Haidao Magic City to experience the unique landform of the Western Regions.
Day 5:Visit the Hui王府 (Prince’s Mansion), enjoy the performance of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of the Twelve Muqam, and take a special train to Urumqi in the evening.
Day 6:Depart from Urumqi, visit the Heavenly Lake of Tianshan, stroll through the Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar, and take a special train to Beitun in the evening.
Detailed introduction to the itinerary or destinationDay 7:Arrive in Beitun City and take an in-depth tour of the Kanas Scenic Area, staying overnight in Jiadengyu.
Day 8:Depart from Jiadengyu and visit Hemu Ancient Village and Wucaitan, then take a special train from Beitun to Yining in the evening.
Day 9:Arrive in Yining and visit Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland.
Day 10:Take an in-depth tour of Nalati Grassland, then proceed to Bayinbuluk Grassland to experience the grandeur of Swan Lake and the Nine-Curve Eighteen-Bend.
Day 11:Depart from Bayin, travel along the精华 (essence) section of the Duku Highway, visit the Secret Grand Canyon of Tianshan, arrive in Kuqa, and take a special train to Kashgar in the evening.
Day 12:Depart from Kashgar and head to the Pamir Plateau, visiting Karakul Lake, Shitou City (Stone City), and Jincaotan (Golden Grassland), staying overnight in Taxkorgan County.
Day 13:Depart from Taxkorgan County, experience home visits to various ethnic groups, visit Baisha Lake, and return to Kashgar city.
Day 14:Visit Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, and Xiangfei Garden, deeply feel the charm of Kashgar Old City, and take a special train to Korla in the evening.
Day 15:Depart from Korla and visit the Lop Nur Village and Bosten Lake, experiencing the unique water town and folk customs of Southern Xinjiang.
Xinjiang, this vast and boundless land, attracts countless tourists with its unique natural scenery and rich cultural heritage of various ethnic groups. The 18-day in-depth group tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang with no additional consumption will take you through the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, allowing you to appreciate the vastness of the grasslands and the grandeur of the deserts, and to feel the unique charm of nature’s masterpieces and the cultures of various ethnic groups.Day 16:Take a special train from Korla Station in the morning to officially start the return journey.
Day 17:Sightseeing along the return route of the special train, passing through Lanzhou, Chongqing North, and other places.
Day 18:The special train passes through Xiangtan, Zhuzhou, and other places, arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun Station. Tourists from various places disembark nearby and return to their warm homes.
Price Description
This 18-day in-depth group tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang with no additional consumption offers a variety of room types to meet the travel needs of different tourists. Here is the special train room type and price list (priced per person):
Xiaoxiang Mansion:Deluxe room with private bathroom, accommodating 2-3 people, with good privacy, priced at 62,999 yuan/person.
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person Room:Comfortable double room without private bathroom, priced at 45,999 yuan/person.
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person Room:Cost-effective quadruple room without private bathroom, priced at 42,999 yuan/person.
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Upper Bunk:Convenient and comfortable option without private bathroom, priced at 17,999 yuan/person.
[Eastern Xinjiang] – The Starting Point of Silk Road CultureYuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Lower Bunk:Convenient and comfortable option without private bathroom, priced at 19,999 yuan/person.
The above prices are for reference only. Actual fees may fluctuate due to factors such as departure dates and room availability. The specific fees shall be based on the tourism contract signed by both parties. Limited departure dates throughout the year (6 recommended periods, missed without replacement): May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19.
Registration Method
Tourists interested in participating in this 18-day in-depth group tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang with no additional consumption can register and inquire through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. You can call to inquire with Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency, to learn about itinerary details, room availability, and prices, and complete the registration process.
Fee Description and Service Description
[Fees Included]
Transportation throughout the journey:Special train sleeper + local transportation, striving to provide comfort and convenience during your journey.
Accommodation:Combination of special train + local boutique hotels, allowing you to enjoy the warmth of home during your travels.
Three meals a day:A variety of meal options are provided to meet your different taste preferences.
Eastern Xinjiang, as an important node of the Silk Road, carries profound historical and cultural significance. Hami, the eastern gateway to Xinjiang, attracts tourists with its unique Yardang landform and rich historical relics. The Haidao Magic City, with its wind-eroded rock pillars of various shapes, seems to tell stories of thousands of years of wind and sand. The Hui王府 (Prince’s Mansion) and the performance of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of the Twelve Muqam allow you to experience the history of this key Silk Road town and the charm of the arts of various ethnic groups up close.Admission fees for the first attraction at each scenic spot:Includes the admission fees for the first attractions listed in the itinerary, allowing you to enjoy a worry-free tour.
Necessary local transportation fees within the scenic spots:Fees such as shuttle buses within the scenic spots are included in the tour fee.
High-quality tour guide service:Professional tour guides are provided throughout the journey to explain the history and cultural background of the attractions.
On-board medical support:On-board medical personnel and basic medical equipment are provided to safeguard your health.
24-hour butler service:Comprehensive butler service is provided to make your journey more worry-free.
[Fees Not Included]
Personal expenses:Expenses such as consumption and self-funded projects need to be borne by yourself.
Voluntary self-funded projects:Fees for projects such as horseback riding on the grassland and special dining that you voluntarily participate in need to be borne by yourself.
Single room supplement:If you choose to stay in a single room, a supplement needs to be paid, and the specific amount is negotiable.
The specific itinerary is subject to actual consultation and signing. Both parties can make reasonable changes to the itinerary upon mutual agreement.
This 18-day in-depth group tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang with no additional consumption will take you to appreciate the vastness of the grasslands and the grandeur of the deserts, and to feel the unique charm of nature’s masterpieces and the cultures of various ethnic groups. Whether it is the Silk Road culture of Eastern Xinjiang, the natural scenery of Northern Xinjiang, the poetic Jiangnan of Western Xinjiang, or the humanistic living fossil of Southern Xinjiang, it will leave a deep impression on you. Come and join us to start this double feast for your eyes and soul!
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation.

