North Xinjiang Carpooling 6 Day Study Tour Visit Beiting Ancient City Learn About North Xinjiang Silk Road Culture and History Carpooling Price Details Available Recommended Route Price

Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send itinerary and quotation.

6-Day Northern Xinjiang Research Carpooling Tour:A Journey of Exploration Through the Humanities of the Silk Road Across Time and Space
(Icon)✨【Itinerary Highlights:Touching Millennia of Civilization on the Move】✨
Northern Xinjiang is not only a treasure trove of natural landscapes but also an important witness to Silk Road civilization. This 6-day research carpooling itinerary, centered around ‘history + culture,’ connects three major cultural landmarks: the Beiting Ancient City Site Museum, the Jininglu Ancient City Site, and the Siziwang Banner Stratum Paleontological Fossil Museum, complemented by natural landscapes like Kanas and Hemu. It allows travelers to experience the harmonious blend of civilizations amidst snow-capped mountains and grasslands. The itinerary features interactive sessions such as ‘Archaeology Class,’ ‘Ancient City Treasure Hunt,’ and ‘Fossil Restoration Experience,’ suitable for families with children, history enthusiasts, and research groups.
(Icon)📅【Simple Itinerary:Key Daily Arrangements】📅
Day 1:Gathering in Urumqi – Initial Exploration of Silk Road Culture
Morning:Arrive in Urumqi, check into the hotel (breakfast included). For free activities, we recommend visiting the Xinjiang Museum (free admission, advance reservation required), focusing on the ‘Niya Site Artifacts Exhibition’ and the ‘Ethnic Costumes Exhibition.’
Afternoon:The carpooling group assembles and departs for Jimusar County (approximately 2.5-hour drive). During the journey, the guide explains the geography of Northern Xinjiang and the history of the Silk Road.

6-Day Northern Xinjiang Research Carpooling Tour: A Journey of Exploration Through the Humanities of the Silk Road Across Time and SpaceEvening:Arrive at the Beiting Ancient City Site Museum, participate in the ‘Opening Ceremony,’ receive the research manual, and enjoy a dinner featuring Jimusar’s signature potato feast.
Day 2:In-Depth Research at Beiting Ancient City
Morning:Visit the Beiting Ancient City Site Museum, using AR technology to ‘travel back’ to the Tang Dynasty’s Western Regions Protectorate, and participate in the ‘Ancient City Treasure Hunt’ activity (searching for artifact models based on clues in the exhibition hall).
Afternoon:Proceed to the protected site area for a field inspection of the ancient city walls, Buddhist temple ruins, and murals of the Western Great Temple, led by a professional guide. Learn about frontier poems such as ‘Song of White Snow to Judge Wu Returning to the Capital.’
Evening:Check into a comfortable hotel in Jimusar County and experience the ‘Silk Road Night Talk’ sharing session to exchange insights from the day.
Day 3:Jininglu Ancient City – Hub of the Grassland Silk Road
Morning:Drive to Chayou Qianqi (approximately 3-hour drive) to visit the Jininglu Ancient City Site Archaeological Park. Observe the layout of a Yuan Dynasty provincial-level city, focusing on the ‘Royal Residence Pharmacy’ site and coin hoards.

(Icon)✨【Itinerary Highlights: Touching Millennia of Civilization on the Move】✨Afternoon:Participate in the ‘Junior Archaeologist’ sandbox simulation, using professional tools to excavate ‘artifacts’ (replicas) and learn the archaeological registration process.
Evening:Check into a hotel in Ulanqab city and savor traditional delicacies from various ethnic groups, including hand-grilled meat and mare’s milk wine.
Day 4:Siziwang Banner – A Dual Classroom of Geology and History
Morning:Drive to the Siziwang Banner Stratum Paleontological Fossil Museum (approximately 2-hour drive). Use VR technology to ‘restore’ fossils of saber-toothed tigers, three-toed horses, and other ancient creatures, learning about the savanna ecosystem from 7 million years ago.
Afternoon:Visit the Jingzhou Road Ancient City Site, analyzing the trade patterns of the Yuan Dynasty ‘logistics center’ based on unearthed porcelain and coins.
Evening:Check into a characteristic homestay in Siziwang Banner, participate in a bonfire party, and listen to the historical story of ‘Three Thousand Orphans in Inner Mongolia.’
Day 5:Kanas – Symphony of Nature and Humanities
Morning:Drive to the Kanas Scenic Area (approximately 5-hour drive), enjoying the changing landscapes of the Gobi Desert, grasslands, and forests along the way.

Northern Xinjiang is not only a treasure trove of natural landscapes but also an important witness to Silk Road civilization. This 6-day research carpooling itinerary, centered around ‘history + culture,’ connects three major cultural landmarks: the Beiting Ancient City Site Museum, the Jininglu Ancient City Site, and the Siziwang Banner Stratum Paleontological Fossil Museum, complemented by natural landscapes like Kanas and Hemu. It allows travelers to experience the harmonious blend of civilizations amidst snow-capped mountains and grasslands. The itinerary features interactive sessions such as ‘Archaeology Class,’ ‘Ancient City Treasure Hunt,’ and ‘Fossil Restoration Experience,’ suitable for families with children, history enthusiasts, and research groups.Afternoon:Tour Kanas Lake, take a boat to explore the legend of the ‘lake monster,’ visit the Tuva village, and learn about traditional wooden house construction techniques and folk culture.
Evening:Check into a Kanas wooden cabin and enjoy a Tuva-style meal (whole roast lamb requires advance reservation).
Day 6:Hemu Morning Mist – Return to Urumqi
Early Morning:Head to Hemu Village to watch the sunrise and morning mist, experiencing the tranquil beauty of ‘China’s Most Beautiful Village.’
Morning:Free activities or participate in the ‘Nature Sketching’ activity (art supplies provided). After lunch, depart for Urumqi (approximately 7-hour drive).
Evening:Arrive in Urumqi and transfer to the airport according to flight schedules, concluding the itinerary.
(Icon)💰【Price Information:Reference Range – Contract Applies】💰

(Icon)📅【Simple Itinerary: Key Daily Arrangements】📅The reference price range for the 6-day Northern Xinjiang research carpooling tour in 2026 is RMB 3,800-5,200 per person, with the following breakdown:
Transportation:Full-service licensed tourist vehicles (including driver fees, fuel, tolls), 7-seater business vehicles or equivalent models.
Accommodation: 5 nights (1 night in a comfortable hotel in Jimusar County, 1 night in a comfortable hotel in Ulanqab city, 1 night in a characteristic homestay in Siziwang Banner, 1 night in a Kanas wooden cabin, 1 night in an economy hotel during the return journey). Double occupancy is the default arrangement. Solo travelers will be coordinated for shared rooms whenever possible; special cases require negotiation (approximately RMB 500 per person from May to August).
Admission Tickets:First-entry tickets and shuttle bus tickets for the Beiting Ancient City Site Museum, Jininglu Ancient City Site, Kanas Scenic Area, Hemu Village, etc.
Meals:Includes 5 breakfasts and 4 main meals (standard main meal: RMB 40-60 per person, including specialty meals such as potato feast and hand-grilled meat). Other meals are at your own expense (the guide can recommend local cost-effective restaurants).
Services:Professional guide accompaniment, research instructor explanations, use of archaeological tools, activity materials, and travel accident insurance.
Note:Prices may fluctuate due to seasonal changes, tour dates, and hotel room types. The final price is subject to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.

Day 1: Gathering in Urumqi – Initial Exploration of Silk Road Culture(Icon)📝【Registration Method:Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency】📝
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Contact customer service manager Zhang Jing for information on available tour dates, promotions, and detailed itineraries. It is recommended to book at least 15 days in advance, and during peak season (June-October), secure your spot as early as possible.
(Icon)⚠️【Fee and Service Information】⚠️
Items included in the fee are specified in the contract; items not mentioned (such as personal entertainment expenses and meals outside the itinerary) are at your own expense.
The cultural experience activities involved in the itinerary (such as archaeological simulations and fossil restoration) are all guided by professional institutions, emphasizing both engagement and knowledge.
In case of force majeure factors such as extreme weather or temporary scenic area closures, both parties may reasonably adjust the itinerary by mutual agreement.
Specific service standards and refund/change rules are subject to the contract. Please read the terms carefully before registration.
(Icon)🌄【Northern Xinjiang Research:More Than Just Scenery】🌄
This itinerary brings the classroom into museums and archaeological sites, turning history from mere text into tangible experiences. Among the ruins of Beiting Ancient City, children can touch the glory of the Tang Dynasty’s Western Regions Protectorate; through the porcelain shards of Jininglu Ancient City, they can understand the prosperity of the Yuan Dynasty’s ‘Grassland Silk Road’; and within the fossil layers of Siziwang Banner, they can hear the breath of life from 7 million years ago. When nature and humanities intertwine, travel becomes a dialogue across time and space—perhaps this is the most captivating charm of Northern Xinjiang.

Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send itinerary and quotation.