2026 6 Day Leisurely Tour of Southern Xinjiang Villages with Private Car Rental In Depth Travel in Native Western Region Villages Recommended Itinerary and Pricing

Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send the itinerary and quotation.

Icon prefix:✨【2026 6-Day Slow Tour of Southern Xinjiang Villages with Custom Vehicle Rental for In-Depth Travel】✨
On the vast land of southern Xinjiang, there are many original villages that have been gently treated by time. Here, there is no hustle and bustle of excessive commercialization, only the harmonious picture of the wisdom of life passed down through generations of various ethnic groups living in harmony with nature. In 2026, let us embark on a “slow tour” deep into the heart of southern Xinjiang, unlocking those secret villages hidden among oases, deserts, and snow-capped mountains over six days, and experiencing an immersive cultural journey through the Western Regions.
I. Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or Destinations: Exploring the Four Original Villages of Southern Xinjiang
[Lop Nur Village:A Miracle of Coexistence Between Desert and Oasis]
Located on the edge of the Taklimakan Desert, Lop Nur Village is a pearl at the confluence of the Tarim River and the desert. Here lives the ancient fishing and hunting ethnic group of Xinjiang, the Lop Nur people, who use poplar trees as boats and red willows as chopsticks, retaining their primitive way of life to this day. Visitors can take a canoe ride on Nühu Lake, ride camels across golden sand dunes, gaze at the Milky Way from the desert observatory, and experience the grandeur of “a solitary smoke rising straight from the desert, a long river setting round the sun.” The Lop Nur Cultural Museum within the village restores the millennium-long changes of this ethnic group from nomadism to settlement through physical objects and images.
[Ta Village:“The First Village in Southern Xinjiang” at the Foot of the Tianshan Mountains]
Located within the Tianshan Tomur Forest Park in Wensu County, Aksu, Ta Village is known as “the first village in southern Xinjiang.” At an altitude of 2,000 meters, with an average summer temperature of 22°C, it is a natural oxygen bar for summer escape. The village is built against the mountains, with wooden houses scattered in an orderly manner, surrounded by snow-capped mountains, grasslands, forests, and red bedrock landscapes. Visitors can hike to Yunshang Grassland to ride horses, play in the Xianwan area, or stay at the “Shede Inn” to experience the farm life of people from various ethnic groups. Every year from June to August, the rapeseed fields and sunflower seas at the village entrance bloom competitively, becoming a paradise for photography enthusiasts.
[Hemu Village:A Fairy Tale World of the Tuvans]
Although Hemu Village is renowned as “China’s First Village” in northern Xinjiang, its southern Xinjiang branch also retains the unique wooden house architecture and way of life of the Tuvans. The houses here are all built with logs, with wooden boards covering the roofs for rain protection and the walls half-buried underground to withstand the cold. In the morning, smoke curls up from the wooden house chimneys, forming a watercolor painting with the distant snow-capped mountains and forests. Visitors can hike along the Hemu River, visit traditional Tuvan handicraft workshops, or listen to the melodious melody of the Chuwur (a musical instrument made of reeds) in the century-old birch forest.

Icon prefix: ✨【2026 6-Day Slow Tour of Southern Xinjiang Villages with Custom Vehicle Rental for In-Depth Travel】✨[Khaba Village:“The First Village in the Northwest”]
Khaba Village, located on the border between China and Kazakhstan, has been rated as “one of the eight most beautiful towns in China” by Chinese National Geography. It is mainly inhabited by Tuvans and people from various ethnic groups. The village is built against mountains and by water, with wooden houses and fences painted in gold and orange-red, looking like fairy tale castles from afar. The “Khaba” stone monument at the north of the village is an excellent spot for taking panoramic photos, while the wooden boardwalk on the south slope is a secret base for watching sunrises and starry skies. If lucky, visitors can also encounter herds of cattle and sheep changing pastures at the village entrance, feeling the vitality of nomadic culture.
II. Simple Itinerary: 6-Day In-Depth Slow Tour Arrangement
[Day 1:Gathering in Urumqi · Initial Cultural Exploration]
Morning:Arrive in Urumqi, where Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency arranges a dedicated person to pick you up at the airport and check you into a hotel in the city center.
Afternoon:Recommended free activities: Stroll through Xinjiang Folk Street to admire the characteristic architecture of various ethnic groups; or visit the International Bazaar to taste delicacies such as baked buns and pilaf.
Evening:The travel agency hosts a welcome dinner to introduce itinerary precautions and cultural taboos in southern Xinjiang.
[Day 2:Urumqi — Korla — Lop Nur Village]
Morning:Take a bus along Route G216 to Korla, enjoying the scenery of the Tianshan Mountains and the Gobi Desert along the way.

On the vast land of southern Xinjiang, there are many original villages that have been gently treated by time. Here, there is no hustle and bustle of excessive commercialization, only the harmonious picture of the wisdom of life passed down through generations of various ethnic groups living in harmony with nature. In 2026, let us embark on a “slow tour” deep into the heart of southern Xinjiang, unlocking those secret villages hidden among oases, deserts, and snow-capped mountains over six days, and experiencing an immersive cultural journey through the Western Regions.Afternoon:Arrive at Lop Nur Village, hike to explore the desert, lakes, and poplar forests, and experience activities such as camel riding and desert off-roading.
Evening:Check into a hotel in downtown Korla and taste local specialty pit-roasted meat.
[Day 3:Korla — Ta Village — Aksu]
Morning:Drive across the Taklimakan Desert Highway to reach Ta Village, stroll through Yunshang Grassland, and photograph the snow-capped mountains and flower fields.
Afternoon:Experience the farm life of people from various ethnic groups, participating in interactive activities such as making nang (a type of bread) and milking cows.
Evening:Check into a hotel in downtown Aksu and freely stroll through the night market to taste grilled eggs and belly-wrapped meat.
[Day 4:Aksu — Khaba Village]
Morning:Take a bus to Khaba Village, stopping at scenic spots such as Aoyitake Red Mountain and Baisha Lake along the way.
Afternoon:Visit the Wakhan Corridor to feel the wonderful experience of “stepping into three countries with one foot”; photograph the panoramic view of the village and the sunset.

I. Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or Destinations: Exploring the Four Original Villages of Southern XinjiangEvening:Check into a characteristic homestay in the village, taste yak meat hot pot, and listen to villagers tell border stories.
[Day 5:Khaba Village — Hemu Village]
Morning:Drive across the Panlong Ancient Road and photograph the road sign saying “After walking through all the winding roads today, the rest of your life will be smooth sailing.”
Afternoon:Arrive at Hemu Village, stroll through the Tuvan wooden houses, and visit the Chuwur making workshop.
Evening:Check into a wooden house in the village and gaze at the starry sky in the century-old birch forest.
[Day 6:Hemu Village — Return to Urumqi]
Morning:Free activities: You can ride a horse to Meili Peak or climb the Hadeng Platform to overlook the panoramic view of the village.
Afternoon:Take a bus back to Urumqi and be sent to the airport according to the flight schedule, ending the itinerary.
III. Price Description: Reference Range · Contract Shall Prevail

[Lop Nur Village: A Miracle of Coexistence Between Desert and Oasis]The reference price range for the 2026 6-Day Custom Vehicle Rental Itinerary for a Slow Tour of Southern Xinjiang Villages is 2,800 to 3,800 yuan per person, with specific costs fluctuating based on the following factors:
Accommodation Standards:Comfortable hotels or characteristic homestays;
Transportation Mode:Toyota Prado off-road vehicles or luxury 2+1 high-end business vehicles;
Dining Arrangements:Includes 5 breakfasts and 5 main meals, featuring specialty delicacies such as Hotan Night Market and Taxkorgan Yak Meat Hot Pot;
Tickets Included:First admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for all core attractions in the itinerary.
The cost does not include round-trip major transportation fees, personal expenses, and some optional experience projects. Prices may change with the departure date and shall be subject to the contract signed by both parties. You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for real-time availability and discounts.
IV. Registration Method: Professional Services · Hassle-Free Travel
You can register for this 6-Day Slow Tour of Southern Xinjiang Villages through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The travel agency provides 24-hour airport pick-up and drop-off services, professional local guide accompaniment, emergency medicines and oxygen cylinders, and other material support. It also flexibly changes the itinerary according to weather and road conditions to ensure a smooth journey.
V. Fee Description and Service Description: Transparent Compliance · Rights Protection

Located on the edge of the Taklimakan Desert, Lop Nur Village is a pearl at the confluence of the Tarim River and the desert. Here lives the ancient fishing and hunting ethnic group of Xinjiang, the Lop Nur people, who use poplar trees as boats and red willows as chopsticks, retaining their primitive way of life to this day. Visitors can take a canoe ride on Nühu Lake, ride camels across golden sand dunes, gaze at the Milky Way from the desert observatory, and experience the grandeur of “a solitary smoke rising straight from the desert, a long river setting round the sun.” The Lop Nur Cultural Museum within the village restores the millennium-long changes of this ethnic group from nomadism to settlement through physical objects and images.Fees Included:7 nights of comfortable hotel accommodation, attraction tickets, full transportation, meals, guide services, and travel insurance.
Single Registration:The travel agency will do its best to coordinate room sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation.
Itinerary Changes:Reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made upon mutual agreement. If attractions need to be changed due to weather, policies, etc., priority will be given to protection and experience.
Contract Signing:All fee details and service standards will be included in the contract, subject to actual consultation and signing.
VI. Warm Tips:
Southern Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night, so bring warm coats and sun protection items;
Respect local customs in ethnic villages and obtain consent before photographing people;
The desert area has strong winds and sand, so it is recommended to wear masks and goggles;
Some road sections in the itinerary have no signal, so download offline maps in advance.
Southern Xinjiang in 2026 is waiting for a heartfelt dialogue with its original villages. Slow down your pace and let six days become the key to understanding the Western Regions. Consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to start your slow tour of southern Xinjiang!

Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send the itinerary and quotation.