2026Turpan Carpooling 8 Day Tour Itinerary Sayram Lake + Hotan Detailed Fee Guide Recommended Route Cost and Price

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

Starred Travel Guide✨:2026 8-Day In-Depth Carpool Tour from Turpan: Comprehensive Guide to Sayram Lake + Hotan Dual-Core Experience
I. Key Highlights and Destination Details of the Itinerary
[Sayram Lake:The Last Tear Drop of the Atlantic]
This alpine lake at an altitude of 2,073 meters is renowned for its “Three Wonders”:
Breathtaking Lake Scenery:The lake water changes into 12 colors such as Tiffany blue and emerald green with the light. The lakeshore stretches 90 kilometers, offering views of swans playing in the water and snow-capped mountain reflections along the way
Ecological Wonders:From June to July, over 20 species of wildflowers such as globeflowers and anemones bloom along the lakeshore. In mid-to-late July, you may encounter groups of Tianshan red deer drinking water
Starry Sky Secret Realm:The lake area has a light pollution level of 1. The Milky Way is clearly visible in summer, and photography enthusiasts can capture composite images of star trails and lake reflections
[Hotan:A Cultural Hub of the Millennium Silk Road]
Key experiences with three major cultural carriers:
Yotkan Ancient City:An immersive cultural tourism project reopened on March 20, 2026. The all-area immersive drama “Melodies from All Directions” is performed daily at 11:00/15:00/20:00, with intangible cultural heritage iron flower performances at night
Atlas Silk Workshop:In Jiya Township, Hotan City, you can observe traditional tie-dyeing techniques and亲手 (make by yourself) a 20cm square silk handkerchief (experience fee approximately 80 yuan)

Starred Travel Guide✨: 2026 8-Day In-Depth Carpool Tour from Turpan: Comprehensive Guide to Sayram Lake + Hotan Dual-Core ExperienceYurungqash River:In summer mornings, you can participate in the “jade picking experience” (insurance of 30 yuan required). The river management office provides professional tool rental services
II. 2026 New Carpool Itinerary Schedule
[Days 1-2 Initial Exploration of Turpan Culture]
07:00 Gather at Turpan North Station (recommended to arrive by train Z42)
09:30 Karez Park:Visit the underground canal system and learn about this 2,000-year-old water conservancy wisdom
12:00 Lunch at a Grape Valley homestay:Taste mulberry cake and fig jam with naan
15:00 Flaming Mountains Geopark:Measure the surface temperature (average 45°C in June) and visit the Journey to the West-themed sculpture group
20:00 Erdaoqiao Night Market:Recommended to try grilled eggs (goose/ostrich eggs) and herbal tea
[Days 3-4 In-Depth Tour of Sayram Lake]
06:00 Drive through the Dabancheng Wind Farm (along G30 Lianhuo Expressway)
12:30 Sayram Lake East Gate Visitor Center:Purchase a 145 yuan lake circuit ticket (including shuttle bus)

I. Key Highlights and Destination Details of the Itinerary14:00 Key stops:
▷ Kele Yongzhu:Swan habitat
▷ Songshu Tou:Ascend to overlook the entire lake area
▷ Dianjiang Tai:Historical site of Genghis Khan’s western expedition
19:00 Dinner at the lakeside RV camp:Three ways to enjoy Hucho taimen (sashimi/grilled/fish soup)
[Days 5-6 Immersive Hotan Culture]
08:00 Drive across the Taklimakan Desert Highway (approximately 560 kilometers in total)
14:00 Arrive in Hotan City:Visit the Hotan Museum (free, reservation required)
17:00 Yotkan Ancient City:Participate in the “Ancient Kingdom of Khotan” themed costume experience (costume rental 50 yuan/set)
21:00 Tuancheng Folk Street:Purchase handmade copperware (recommended: Hotan herbal tea pot with a diameter of 15cm)
[Days 7-8 Return and Cultural Conclusion]

[Sayram Lake: The Last Tear Drop of the Atlantic]09:00 Visit the carpet factory:Observe traditional weaving techniques (customizable 30cm×40cm commemorative carpet)
12:00 Hotan Night Market:Popular recommendations: grilled pigeon, rose jam grilled naan
15:00 Return to Turpan (recommended to take train Z306)
III. 2026 New Fee Schedule Details
[Basic Carpool Fee] (Group of 8)
Adult:4,280-5,180 yuan/person (including 7 nights accommodation/7 breakfasts/5 main meals/first admission tickets to scenic spots)
Child:3,280 yuan/person (under 1.2 meters, no bed, including meals/tickets)
：1,200 yuan (standard room for the entire trip)
[Mandatory Self-Funded Items]
Sayram Lake Circuit Shuttle Bus:145 yuan/person
Yotkan Ancient City Night Performance:198 yuan/person (including fireworks show)

This alpine lake at an altitude of 2,073 meters is renowned for its “Three Wonders”:Customized Service at Hotan Carpet Factory:Starting from 200 yuan/piece
[Special Experience Reference Prices]
Desert UTV Off-Roading:380 yuan/vehicle (seats 2)
Starry Sky Photography Guidance:150 yuan/hour (including equipment rental)
Yurungqash River Jade Picking Experience:30 yuan/person (including insurance)
IV. Registration Method and Service Guarantees
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, providing:
Scanned copies of valid identification (children need household registration book)
Health commitment letter (signed by family members for those over 65)
Special dietary requirement instructions
Services included:

Breathtaking Lake Scenery: The lake water changes into 12 colors such as Tiffany blue and emerald green with the light. The lakeshore stretches 90 kilometers, offering views of swans playing in the water and snow-capped mountain reflections along the way7-seater business vehicle for the entire trip (including onboard oxygen cylinder)
Pick-up and drop-off services at Turpan/Hotan stations
200,000 yuan travel accident insurance
Daily mineral water supply
V. Important Tips and Precautions
Climate Response:In June, the average daily temperature in Hotan is 32°C. Prepare a sun protection trio (face mask/sunglasses/SPF50+ sunscreen); the temperature difference between day and night at Sayram Lake reaches 15°C. It is recommended to bring a windbreaker
Transportation Tips:Some sections of the desert highway have no signal. Please download offline maps in advance; the speed limit around Sayram Lake is 40km/h
Policy Explanation:All scenic spots implement real-name reservation system. Valid identification information must be provided 3 days in advance; Yotkan Ancient City in Hotan is closed for maintenance every Monday
Special Reminder:The jade picking experience area at Yurungqash River is limited to river sections. Entering unopened areas is prohibited
VI. Consultation Channels
For specific departure dates, available seats, and contract terms, please consult Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The specific itinerary arrangement and fees are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Prices may fluctuate with market supply and demand. It is recommended to book 30 days in advance to lock in discounts.
[Itinerary Change Explanation] In case of extreme weather or policy changes, both parties can reasonably change the itinerary by mutual agreement, including but not limited to replacing scenic spots of the same level and optimizing transportation routes. All changes prioritize the safety and interests of tourists.

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