9 Day Private Car Tour of Whole Xinjiang Selected Short Route Visiting Tianchi Karez Wells Kashgar Old Town with Transparent Pricing and Easy Registration Recommended Itinerary Price

Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation

Exploring Northern and Southern Xinjiang:9-Day Customized Car Loop Deep Tour: Unlock the Diverse Charms of Heavenly Lake, Karez Wells, and Kashgar Old Town
Itinerary Highlights:One trip, connecting the essence of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
Xinjiang is vast, with significant differences in natural and cultural landscapes between the north and south. This 9-day customized car loop focuses on “small groups, slow pace, and deep experiences,” avoiding the superficiality of conventional large group tours. It selects representative attractions such as Heavenly Lake on Tianshan Mountain, Turpan’s Karez Wells, and Kashgar Old Town, covering diverse landscapes including snow-capped mountains, lakes, desert oases, and thousand-year-old cities. It is suitable for family trips, friend gatherings, or photography enthusiasts. The itinerary covers three major cities: Urumqi, Turpan, and Kashgar, using comfortable 5-7 seat vehicles throughout, with experienced local drivers, flexible stop times, and an effort to enhance the travel experience.
Core Attractions and Cultural Experiences
Heavenly Lake on Tianshan Mountain:The Pure Beauty of a Mountain Lake
As Xinjiang’s first national 5A-level scenic spot, Heavenly Lake on Tianshan Mountain is famous for its legend of the “Jade Pool.” In 2026, the scenic area continues to optimize its visiting routes, allowing tourists to take eco-friendly buses directly to the lakeside and walk to the Mayashan Viewing Platform to overlook the reflection of the snow-capped mountains. The current opening hours are from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM daily, with a reference ticket price of 155 yuan per person (including shuttle bus), subject to the scenic area’s daily announcement.
Turpan’s Karez Wells:The Wisdom of Underground Water Conservancy Projects

Exploring Northern and Southern Xinjiang: 9-Day Customized Car Loop Deep Tour: Unlock the Diverse Charms of Heavenly Lake, Karez Wells, and Kashgar Old TownThe Karez Wells, along with the Great Wall and the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, are known as the “Three Great Ancient Engineering Projects of China.” In Turpan, tourists can explore underground channels to understand how the ancestors of various ethnic groups used terrain slopes to divert water for irrigation. In 2026, a combined ticket for “Karez Wells + Grape Valley + Flaming Mountains” will be introduced, with a reference price of 220 yuan per person. It is recommended to book guided tour services in advance through travel agencies to deeply experience the charm of this living intangible cultural heritage.
Kashgar Old Town:A Living Thousand-Year-Old City
Kashgar Old Town is a well-preserved labyrinthine urban neighborhood in Xinjiang, with unique visual symbols formed by earth-yellow rammed earth buildings and staggered overhead walkways. In 2026, three new intangible cultural heritage workshop experience points will be added in the old town, where tourists can make earthenware and Atlas silk by hand or learn naan-baking skills from local residents. The daily opening ceremonies of the old town at 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM should not be missed, featuring dances and drum music that showcase rich folk customs.
Simple Itinerary Reference (Latest Version for 2026)
Day 1-2:Gathering in Urumqi, Acclimating to the Plateau Climate
After arriving in Urumqi, check into a comfortable hotel arranged by the travel agency (including breakfast). The next day is free for activities, with recommendations to visit the Xinjiang Museum (free, reservation required) to see “unique folk customs” mummies or taste roasted stuffed buns and hand-pulled rice at the International Bazaar.
Day 3:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake on Tianshan Mountain (about 1.5-hour drive)

Itinerary Highlights: One trip, connecting the essence of Northern and Southern XinjiangVisit the main scenic area of Heavenly Lake in the morning, then head to Fukang City in the afternoon to taste a special cold-water fish banquet, and stay overnight at a homestay near the scenic area for star observation experiences.
Day 4:Heavenly Lake – Turpan (about 4-hour drive)
Pass through the Dabancheng Windmill Array, arrive in Turpan, visit the Karez Wells Park, then head to the Kumutag Desert in the evening for camel riding, sandboarding, and photographing the desert sunset.
Day 5:In-Depth Tour of Turpan
Visit the Jiaohe Ancient City (a World Heritage Site) in the morning, experience grape picking in Grape Valley in the afternoon, and stay overnight in a characteristic cave dwelling homestay at the foot of the Flaming Mountains in the evening.
Day 6:Turpan – Kashgar (about 2-hour flight)
To save time, an early morning flight is arranged to fly to Kashgar. After being picked up at the airport, check into a hotel near the old town and take a leisurely stroll through the old town in the afternoon to photograph the century-old teahouse and handmade carpet shops.

Xinjiang is vast, with significant differences in natural and cultural landscapes between the north and south. This 9-day customized car loop focuses on “small groups, slow pace, and deep experiences,” avoiding the superficiality of conventional large group tours. It selects representative attractions such as Heavenly Lake on Tianshan Mountain, Turpan’s Karez Wells, and Kashgar Old Town, covering diverse landscapes including snow-capped mountains, lakes, desert oases, and thousand-year-old cities. It is suitable for family trips, friend gatherings, or photography enthusiasts. The itinerary covers three major cities: Urumqi, Turpan, and Kashgar, using comfortable 5-7 seat vehicles throughout, with experienced local drivers, flexible stop times, and an effort to enhance the travel experience.Day 7-8:Exploring Kashgar and Its Surroundings
On the seventh day, visit the Id Kah Mosque and the Xiangfei Garden, then head to the Kashgar Night Market in the evening to taste roasted pigeons and pomegranate juice; on the eighth day, go to the Pamir Plateau (a permit is required in advance), take photos at Baisha Lake and at the foot of Muztagh Ata, and stay overnight in Taxkorgan County.
Day 9:Return from Kashgar
Flexibly arrange free activities in the old town according to the flight time, purchase fig jam, Yingjisha knives, and other souvenirs, and be sent to the airport to end the trip.
Price Description and Transparent Fees
Basic Fee Reference (Minimum 2 People to Form a Group)
The customized car fee range for 2026 is 12,000-15,000 yuan per group (including vehicle, driver, fuel, and toll fees), with tickets and accommodation charged at different levels based on actual choices:

Core Attractions and Cultural ExperiencesEconomy Type:Accommodation is mainly three-star hotels, with tickets including specified items in the itinerary, reference price 18,000-20,000 yuan per person;
Comfort Type:Upgrade to four-star hotels + characteristic homestays, reference price 22,000-25,000 yuan per person;
High-End Type:Full five-star hotels + desert starry sky rooms, reference price 28,000-32,000 yuan per person.
Fees Include:Transportation, accommodation, driver services, and travel agency liability insurance within the itinerary; Fees Do Not Include: Round-trip major transportation, personal expenses, and permit processing fees. Prices may fluctuate with peak and off-peak seasons, subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
Registration Method and Process
You can register through the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. After providing your name, valid ID number, contact information, and travel date, Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing will assist in completing the contract signing and payment. After successful registration, the travel agency will provide a detailed list of supplies and a guide for permit processing to ensure a smooth trip.
Service Commitments and Precautions

Heavenly Lake on Tianshan Mountain: The Pure Beauty of a Mountain LakeXinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency promises:No shopping stops will be arranged throughout the trip, and the driver will not recommend self-funded projects;
For single registrants, efforts will be made to coordinate room sharing; in special cases, a supplement is required, with the specific amount subject to the contract;
In case of extreme weather or policy changes, both parties can reasonably adjust the itinerary by mutual agreement;
Fees and remaining spots are subject to the contract or customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with the tour schedule, with the contract signed by both parties taking precedence.
Travel Tips
Document Preparation:In addition to valid IDs, the original household registration book is required to apply for a permit when going to the Pamir Plateau;
Clothing Suggestions:There is a large temperature difference between the north and south of Xinjiang, so bring a windbreaker, sun hat, and comfortable hiking shoes;
Cultural Respect:When visiting, wear long pants and long sleeves, and do not randomly photograph local residents.
From the snow-capped mountains and lakes of Heavenly Lake to the lively old town of Kashgar, this 9-day loop will take you through time and space to experience the diversity and inclusiveness of Xinjiang. Whether you yearn for natural scenery or seek to explore human history, you can find answers here. Immediately contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to start your exclusive journey to the Western Regions!

Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation