How to Play on Anyi Cruise in Southern Xinjiang Taklimakan and Pamir Itinerary 2026 Complete Guide Recommended Routes Costs and Prices
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send the itinerary and quotation
“Comfort Cruise: In-Depth South Xinjiang Tour:2026 Complete Guide to the Pamir Plateau and Taklimakan Desert”
🌄 Itinerary Highlights:A Visual Feast Across Three Major Geographical Units
The newly upgraded 2026 “Comfort Cruise” route will lead tourists from the northern foothills of the Tianshan Mountains, westward along the southern edge of the Junggar Basin, through the edge of the Gurbantunggut Desert, and finally to the eastern foothills of the Pamir Plateau. This 16-day loop connects three core geographical units of Xinjiang:The grasslands and lakes of Northern Xinjiang, the desert oases of Southern Xinjiang, and the snow-capped mountains and glaciers of the Pamirs, offering a unique experience of “four seasons in one day.”
According to the latest 2026 data from the Xinjiang Cultural and Tourism Department, this route covers 6 scenic spots on the World Natural Heritage tentative list (Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas Lake, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Pamir Plateau), as well as 3 high-quality intangible cultural heritage experience points (felt embroidery by various ethnic groups, eagle dance by various ethnic groups, and the Twelve Mukam by various ethnic groups).
🗺 ️Simple Itinerary (Finalized Version 2026)
Day 1: Lanzhou/Chengdu → Urumqi (flights at your own expense)
Day 2: Free time in Urumqi (recommended: Xinjiang Museum, International Bazaar)
Day 3: Tianshan Tianchi (5A-rated scenic spot, including Mayashan Cable Car) → Beitun
Day 4: Beitun → Burqin (China-Russia border port) → Hemu Village (Tuwa wooden houses)
Day 5: Kanas Lake boat tour (climbing the Guanyu Platform) → Jiadengyu
Day 6: Home visit to various ethnic groups (experience dairy product making) → Colorful Beach (Yadan landform) → Beitun
“Comfort Cruise: In-Depth South Xinjiang Tour: 2026 Complete Guide to the Pamir Plateau and Taklimakan Desert” Day 7: Sayram Lake circumnavigation (360° panoramic tour) → Yining
Day 8: Nalati Grassland (aerial grassland route) → Bayanbulak Town
Day 9: Southern section of the Dukou Highway (limited to vehicles under 7 seats) → Tianshan Grand Canyon → Kuqa
Day 10: Kuqa → Karakul Lake (reflection of Muztagata Peak) → Home visit to various ethnic groups → Taxkorgan
Day 11: Taxkorgan → Golden Grassland (sunrise photography spot) → Shitoucheng Ruins → Baisha Lake → Kashgar
Day 12: Kashgar Old Town (opening ceremony) → Gaotai Residential Area → Eid Gah Mosque → Turpan
Day 13: Grape Valley (home visit to various ethnic groups) → Flaming Mountains (surface temperature monitoring point)
Day 14: Karez Well Park (underground water conservancy project) → Special fruit feast → Departure
Days 15-16: Arrival in Lanzhou/Chengdu (flights at your own expense)
💰 Price Description (2026 Implementation Standards)
Special First Session (May 20):
Leisure Return Pavilion (Economy Quadruple Room):Upper Bunk: 8,480 yuan/person | Lower Bunk: 9,280 yuan/person
🌄Itinerary Highlights: A Visual Feast Across Three Major Geographical UnitsPanda Return Pavilion (Standard Quadruple Room):Upper Bunk: 15,980 yuan/person | Lower Bunk: 16,980 yuan/person
Panda Elegant Suite (Deluxe Quadruple Room):Upper Bunk: 26,980 yuan/person | Lower Bunk: 27,980 yuan/person
Panda Elegant Residence (Deluxe Quadruple Room):Upper Bunk: 27,980 yuan/person | Lower Bunk: 28,980 yuan/person
Panda Delight Mansion (Deluxe Double Room):59,980 yuan/person
Regular Sessions (June 6/23, July 10/27, August 13/30, September 16):
Leisure Return Pavilion:Upper Bunk: 8,480 yuan/person | Lower Bunk: 9,280 yuan/person
Panda Return Pavilion:Upper Bunk: 16,980 yuan/person | Lower Bunk: 17,980 yuan/person
Panda Elegant Suite:Upper Bunk: 27,980 yuan/person | Lower Bunk: 28,980 yuan/person
Panda Elegant Residence:Upper Bunk: 28,980 yuan/person | Lower Bunk: 29,980 yuan/person
Panda Delight Mansion:69,980 yuan/person
Special Notes:
1. The price includes 15 nights of accommodation, transportation for the entire trip, 14 breakfasts and 28 main meals, and first-entry tickets to scenic spots
The newly upgraded 2026 “Comfort Cruise” route will lead tourists from the northern foothills of the Tianshan Mountains, westward along the southern edge of the Junggar Basin, through the edge of the Gurbantunggut Desert, and finally to the eastern foothills of the Pamir Plateau. This 16-day loop connects three core geographical units of Xinjiang: The grasslands and lakes of Northern Xinjiang, the desert oases of Southern Xinjiang, and the snow-capped mountains and glaciers of the Pamirs, offering a unique experience of “four seasons in one day.”2. Child price (ages 2-12) reduced by 3,000 yuan/person, no bed or breakfast included
3. Prices may fluctuate with changes in fuel surcharges, subject to the signed contract
4. The September 16, 2026 session allows for viewing of the Tarim River poplar forest (optimal viewing period September 25-October 15, subject to annual climate conditions)
📝 Registration Method
Registration can be done through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with consultation services available daily from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM. It is recommended to book 30 days in advance, and availability for popular sessions is subject to customer service confirmation.
💡 Fee Description and Service Standards
Included Items:
√ Air-conditioned tour bus for the entire trip (including airport transfers)
√ 15 nights of accommodation (including 1 night each in a five-star hotel in Urumqi/Kashgar)
√ Professional tour guide + local cultural interpreter dual services
√ Travel accident insurance (coverage of 500,000 yuan/person)
Self-Paid Items:
According to the latest 2026 data from the Xinjiang Cultural and Tourism Department, this route covers 6 scenic spots on the World Natural Heritage tentative list (Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas Lake, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Pamir Plateau), as well as 3 high-quality intangible cultural heritage experience points (felt embroidery by various ethnic groups, eagle dance by various ethnic groups, and the Twelve Mukam by various ethnic groups).× Round-trip major transportation (starting and ending in Lanzhou/Chengdu)
× Personal expenses and self-paid items outside the itinerary
× Alternative transportation costs when the Dukou Highway is temporarily closed
Service Upgrades:
New in 2026: Sayram Lake helicopter tour (optional, 880 yuan/person)
Upgrade Kanas Lake boat tour to a double-decker luxury yacht (including hot beverage service)
Upgrade accommodation in Taxkorgan to an oxygen-supplied hotel (to alleviate altitude sickness)
📌 Important Notes
1. Document preparation: Original valid ID, health certificate required for individuals over 65 years old
2. Equipment recommendations: SPF50+ sunscreen, sunglasses, windbreaker (nighttime temperatures on the Pamir Plateau can reach 0°C)
3. Special experiences:
Morning fog photography in Hemu Village (optimal time 7:00-8:30 AM)
🗺️Simple Itinerary (Finalized Version 2026)Horseback riding on Nalati Grassland (including insurance, 80 yuan/hour)
Kashgar Old Town opening ceremony (two sessions at 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM)
4. Policy explanations:
A permit is required in advance for the Pamir Plateau (handled uniformly by the travel agency)
When the maximum capacity of scenic spots changes, both parties will negotiate to change the visiting order
🌍 Seasonal Limitation Tips
Characteristics of each period in 2026:
May-June:Lavender blooming period in the Ili Valley (along the Nalati route)
July-August:Full opening of the Dukou Highway (daily traffic restrictions subject to notification from traffic management authorities)
September:Initial yellowing of the Tarim River poplar forest (Kuqa section)
After October:Initial appearance of blue ice on Sayram Lake (road accessibility to be confirmed)
Consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for the latest 2026 session availability and real-time weather forecasts. This itinerary is designed in compliance with the “Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Tourism Regulations,” with all reception units having passed星级 (star-rated) evaluations by cultural and tourism authorities, and tourists’ rights and interests protected by the “Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China.”
(Approximately 1,800 words, information updated as of March 2026)
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send the itinerary and quotation
