Tianfu Express Tour of Xinjiang 10 Must Visit Spots + 2026 Detailed Guide Recommended Itinerary Cost and Price

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

Tianfu Express: Exploring All of Xinjiang:2026 In-Depth Experience Guide✨
🌄 Highlights of the Itinerary:An immersive journey spanning the northern and southern Tianshan Mountains
In 2026, Xinjiang welcomes travelers with an even more open attitude. The “Tianfu Express” route focuses on “slow travel and deep experiences,” connecting 10 iconic destinations including Urumqi, Beitun, Hemu, Kanas, Sayram Lake, covering four major landscapes of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and canyons. The itinerary includes special local cultural experiences such as visits to families of various ethnic groups, ethnic music concerts, and intangible cultural heritage handicraft sessions, allowing travelers to upgrade from “sightseeing” to “immersing in local life.”
The itinerary design balances classic and off-the-beaten-path experiences: It includes must-visit spots like Kanas and the Duoku Road, as well as unique experiences such as concerts at the Jiaohe Ancient City and afternoon tea in Hemu. The entire journey uses high-end custom vehicles, equipped with professional tour leaders and accompanying photographers, ensuring both comfort and excellent photo opportunities.
🗺 ️Simple Itinerary (2026 Version)
✈ ️Day 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou → Urumqi
Upon arrival, check into the hotel, acclimate to the high-altitude climate, and explore the International Bazaar in the evening.
🌆 Day 2:Urumqi
Visit Yuejiao Jiao (a new cultural space opening in 2026) in the morning, attend a cocktail party in the afternoon, and capture the city sunset from the observation deck in the evening.
🚗 Day 3:Urumqi → Beitun
Pass by Heavenly Lake of Tianshan, arrive in Beitun in the evening, attend a welcome banquet, and taste cold-water fish dishes.
🌲 Day 4:Beitun → Hemu
Spend the whole day exploring the Hemu Scenic Area, ascend the Haden Observation Deck for an overview of the Tuva village, and enjoy a picnic afternoon tea beside the wooden house in the afternoon.

Tianfu Express: Exploring All of Xinjiang: 2026 In-Depth Experience Guide✨🏞 ️Day 5:Hemu → Kanas
Explore Kanas Lake in depth, ascend Guanyu Platform for a panoramic view, and take a boat tour in the afternoon to get up close to the lake water.
🌊 Day 6:Kanas → Beitun
Stop by the three classic spots of Yueliang Bay, Xianwan Bay, and Wolong Bay along the way, capturing the “fairyland scenery” amidst the morning mist.
💧 Day 7:Beitun → Sayram Lake
Arrive at “the last tear drop of the Atlantic” in the afternoon, enjoy afternoon tea by the lakeside, and photograph the scenery around the lake.
🌿 Day 8:Sayram Lake → Nalati
Visit the Nalati空中草原 (Nalati Alpine Grassland), explore the flower fields at the foot of the snow-capped mountains by horseback riding or hiking.
🛣 ️Day 9:Nalati → Kuqa
Traverse the middle section of the Duoku Road, stopping at observation decks along the way to photograph the three-dimensional landscape of snow-capped mountains, canyons, and grasslands.
🏜 ️Day 10:Kuqa → Kashgar
Explore the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon in the morning, continue along the southern section of the Duoku Road in the afternoon, and arrive at the Kashgar Old City in the evening.
⛰ ️Day 11:Kashgar

🌄Highlights of the Itinerary: An immersive journey spanning the northern and southern Tianshan MountainsOne-Day Tour towards Taxkorgan:Visit Baisha Lake, Muztagh Ata, and Karakul Lake, experience aerial photography and visits to families of various ethnic groups.
🏰 Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan
Visit the Kashgar Old City and Gaotai Folk Residences in the morning, visit the Id Kah Mosque in the afternoon, and take the high-speed rail to Turpan in the evening.
🎶 Day 13:Turpan
Attend a concert at the Jiaohe Ancient City, stay overnight in a grape valley homestay.
🔥 Day 14:Turpan → Return Journey
Visit Flaming Mountains and Karez Wells in the morning, attend a fruit feast at noon, and depart in the afternoon.
🛫 Day 15-16:Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu
Participate in intangible cultural heritage handicraft experiences on Day 15, and the itinerary concludes on Day 16.
💰 Price Information (2026 Departures)
📅 Group Dates and Quotations:
May 19:
Deluxe Twin Room (3 rooms, 13㎡):96,880 yuan per person
Quality Twin Room (4 rooms, 10㎡):76,880 yuan per person

In 2026, Xinjiang welcomes travelers with an even more open attitude. The “Tianfu Express” route focuses on “slow travel and deep experiences,” connecting 10 iconic destinations including Urumqi, Beitun, Hemu, Kanas, Sayram Lake, covering four major landscapes of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and canyons. The itinerary includes special local cultural experiences such as visits to families of various ethnic groups, ethnic music concerts, and intangible cultural heritage handicraft sessions, allowing travelers to upgrade from “sightseeing” to “immersing in local life.”June 5, 22; July 9, 26; August 12, 29; September 15; October 2 (Duoku Road section canceled):
Deluxe Twin Room:98,880 yuan per person
Quality Twin Room:78,880 yuan per person
📌 Note:
Prices include transportation, accommodation, meals, admission tickets, and experience activities throughout the journey, excluding round-trip major transportation (Chengdu/Lanzhou to Urumqi section).
Quotations may change with market fluctuations and are final upon contract signing.
The October 2 departure modifies the itinerary due to seasonal reasons, canceling the Duoku Road section and adding in-depth tours around Kashgar.
📝 Registration Method
You can register through the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for details.
💡 Fee Explanation and Service Description
✅ Fees Include:
High-end custom vehicles throughout the journey (including driver, fuel, and toll fees)
Accommodation in specified room types (double occupancy; single travelers will be coordinated for room sharing as much as possible)

The itinerary design balances classic and off-the-beaten-path experiences: It includes must-visit spots like Kanas and the Duoku Road, as well as unique experiences such as concerts at the Jiaohe Ancient City and afternoon tea in Hemu. The entire journey uses high-end custom vehicles, equipped with professional tour leaders and accompanying photographers, ensuring both comfort and excellent photo opportunities.All meals included in the itinerary (including special meals:cold-water fish banquet, fruit feast, Nalati roast whole lamb)
Admission tickets for scenic spots and fees for experience activities (such as boat tours, home visits, concerts)
Professional tour leader and accompanying photographer services
❌ Fees Do Not Include:
Round-trip major transportation fees (Chengdu/Lanzhou to Urumqi section)
Personal expenses (such as shopping, additional beverages)
Travel accident insurance (recommended to purchase independently)
Additional expenses caused by force majeure factors such as weather or policies
📢 Special Notes:
Opening hours for some scenic spots in the itinerary may change with the seasons and can be replaced with equivalent attractions upon mutual agreement.
Hotel room types are subject to actual confirmation; upgrades require additional payment.
Specific service content is subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
🌍 In-Depth Destination Analysis:Why Choose the “Tianfu Express”?

🗺️Simple Itinerary (2026 Version)1. Kanas: 2026 Recent Visitor Guide
Kanas Lake is open year-round, but some trails may be closed after October. The “Tianfu Express” itinerary specially arranges an early morning boat tour to avoid crowds, while ascending Guanyu Platform to photograph the lake amidst morning mist, with softer light for better photos.
2. Duoku Road: 2026 Traffic Conditions
The Duoku Road is open from June to September each year and is expected to maintain this schedule in 2026. The itinerary arranges travel on the middle section (Nalati to Kuqa) and the southern section (Kuqa to Kashgar) over two days, allowing ample time for photographing the scenery along the way. The October 2 departure cancels this section due to weather and replaces it with tours around Kashgar.
3. Sayram Lake: 2026 New Experiences
In 2026, Sayram Lake introduces a “cycling around the lake” project, and the “Tianfu Express” itinerary reserves free time for travelers to choose cycling or hiking at their own expense, deeply experiencing the charm of the “blue ice lake.”
4. Kashgar Old City: 2026 Cultural Activities
The Kashgar Old City hosts a “bazaar day” every Friday, and in 2026, new intangible cultural heritage handicraft workshop experiences are added, allowing travelers to亲手 (亲手 make) pottery or Edles silk as travel mementos.
📌 Precautions
Xinjiang has large temperature variations between day and night; bring windproof jackets and warm clothing.
Some scenic spots are at high altitudes (such as Muztagh Ata); it is recommended to prepare anti-altitude sickness medication in advance.
Respect local customs; remove shoes and dress appropriately when entering certain areas.
The peak tourist season in Xinjiang is from June to August 2026; it is recommended to register 30 days in advance to secure spots.
🌟 Itinerary Design Philosophy
The “Tianfu Express” rejects “hurried sightseeing” and, through a 15-day in-depth stay, transforms travelers from “checklist tickers” into “local livers.” Whether it’s afternoon tea in Hemu, roast whole lamb in Nalati, or concerts at the Jiaohe Ancient City, every aspect aims to convey the vibrancy and cultural richness of Xinjiang. In 2026, let’s meet the real Xinjiang with a more leisurely attitude.

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