2026Summer North Xinjiang Group Tour Price Kanas Yili Duku Highway Family Travel Tips Recommended Itinerary Cost and Price

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Exploring Northern Xinjiang:Complete Guide to 2026 Summer Vacation Family Tour of Kanas, Yili, and the Duku Highway
In the scorching summer heat, where can one find a perfect blend of coolness and breathtaking scenery? Northern Xinjiang, with its magnificent natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage, has become a top choice for family vacations during the summer. This article will provide you with a detailed introduction to a 2026 summer group tour itinerary in Northern Xinjiang, covering three popular attractions: Kanas, Yili, and the Duku Highway, taking you and your family on an unforgettable family adventure.
Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or Destination
Northern Xinjiang, located in the northern part of Xinjiang, has nurtured countless natural wonders with its unique geographical environment and climatic conditions. Kanas, known as a “picturesque paradise on earth,” attracts countless visitors with its emerald-green lakes, dense forests, and mysterious Tuvan culture. Yili is renowned for its vast grasslands, vibrant flower fields, and rich ethnic customs. The Duku Highway, an important passage connecting northern and southern Xinjiang, is not only a vital transportation route but also a picturesque tourist route, offering a wealth of landscapes including snow-capped mountains, grasslands, canyons, and lakes along the way.
Simple Itinerary
This group tour of Northern Xinjiang lasts nine days and eight nights, with the following detailed itinerary:
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi
Arrive in Urumqi, check into the hotel, and rest to acclimate to the high-altitude climate.

Exploring Northern Xinjiang: Complete Guide to 2026 Summer Vacation Family Tour of Kanas, Yili, and the Duku Highway. In the evening, you can enjoy free time to explore the International Bazaar and savor Xinjiang’s specialty cuisines.
Day 2:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake of Tianshan – Fuyun
Depart early in the morning for Heavenly Lake of Tianshan to admire the azure lake surrounded by snow-capped mountains.
In the afternoon, drive to Fuyun, enjoying the scenic views of the Gobi Desert along the way.
Day 3:Fuyun – Koktokay – Burqin
In the morning, visit the Koktokay Scenic Area, strolling along the Irtysh River to admire the towering birch forests and iconic Bell Mountain.
In the afternoon, head to Burqin and enjoy the breathtaking sunset over the Yardang landforms at the Colorful Beach in the evening.
Day 4:Burqin – Kanas Scenic Area
Spend the whole day exploring the Kanas Scenic Area in depth, including famous spots such as Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay.

In the scorching summer heat, where can one find a perfect blend of coolness and breathtaking scenery? Northern Xinjiang, with its magnificent natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage, has become a top choice for family vacations during the summer. This article will provide you with a detailed introduction to a 2026 summer group tour itinerary in Northern Xinjiang, covering three popular attractions: Kanas, Yili, and the Duku Highway, taking you and your family on an unforgettable family adventure. Take the shuttle bus through the mountains and forests, feeling the extraordinary craftsmanship of nature.
Day 5:Kanas – Hemu Village
Depart from Kanas and head to Hemu Village, known as China’s most beautiful village.
Stroll along the country paths, admiring the fairy-tale-like scenery woven with snow-capped mountains, forests, and villages.
In the evening, stay in a characteristic wooden cabin in Hemu to experience the primitive life of the Tuvan people.
Day 6:Hemu – Urho魔鬼城 (Note: “魔鬼城” is translated as “Urho Devil City,” a well-known Yardang landform area in Xinjiang) – Karamay
Appreciate the morning mist in Hemu at the Haden Viewing Platform in the early morning, then proceed to the Urho Devil City.
Experience the extraordinary Yardang landforms crafted by nature and arrive in Karamay in the evening.

Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or DestinationDay 7:Karamay – Sayram Lake – Yining
Traverse Sayram Lake, driving around the lake or taking the shuttle bus to enjoy the scenic views of the lake and mountains.
In the afternoon, head to Yining, stopping by popular attractions such as the Guozigou Bridge along the way.
Day 8:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Duku Highway – Kuitun
Cross the aerial grasslands of Nalati to experience the nomadic customs of various ethnic groups.
Then, drive along the northern section of the Duku Highway, admiring the scenic views of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and canyons along the way.
Arrive in Kuitun in the evening and check into the hotel.
Day 9:Kuitun – Return to Urumqi
Return to Urumqi, with the option to visit other attractions or shop along the way based on interest.

Northern Xinjiang, located in the northern part of Xinjiang, has nurtured countless natural wonders with its unique geographical environment and climatic conditions. Kanas, known as a “picturesque paradise on earth,” attracts countless visitors with its emerald-green lakes, dense forests, and mysterious Tuvan culture. Yili is renowned for its vast grasslands, vibrant flower fields, and rich ethnic customs. The Duku Highway, an important passage connecting northern and southern Xinjiang, is not only a vital transportation route but also a picturesque tourist route, offering a wealth of landscapes including snow-capped mountains, grasslands, canyons, and lakes along the way. Transfer to the airport for your return flight based on your flight schedule, concluding your pleasant journey to Northern Xinjiang.
Price Information
Regarding the price of this group tour to Northern Xinjiang, based on the latest market conditions in 2026, the per capita cost is approximately between 6,000 and 9,000 yuan, with specific prices varying due to factors such as season, hotel grade, and mode of transportation. The following is a rough cost reference:
Transportation Costs:Includes round-trip airfare, custom transportation throughout the trip, and shuttle bus fees within scenic areas, estimated to be between 3,000 and 5,000 yuan per person.
Accommodation Costs:Depending on the hotel grade, economy hotels cost approximately 200 to 400 yuan per night, comfortable hotels cost around 400 to 800 yuan per night, and characteristic wooden cabins within scenic areas are more expensive. The total accommodation cost is estimated to be between 1,500 and 3,000 yuan per person.
Admission Fees:Includes admission fees and shuttle bus fees for major attractions such as Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland, estimated to be between 500 and 800 yuan per person.
Dining Costs:Costs for three meals a day, snacks, fruits, etc., are estimated to be between 100 and 150 yuan per person per day, with the total dining cost estimated to be between 700 and 1,200 yuan per person for the entire trip.
Other Costs:Includes tour guide service fees, insurance fees, etc., estimated to be several hundred yuan per person.

Simple ItineraryPlease note that the above price recommendations are for reference only, and the specific price shall be based on the contract provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Registration Method
If you are interested in this group tour to Northern Xinjiang, you can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Simply contact customer service manager Zhang Jing for inquiries, and after understanding the detailed itinerary and price information, you can complete the registration procedures.
Cost and Service Information
Costs Include:Transportation costs throughout the trip, accommodation costs, admission fees, dining costs (some group meals), tour guide service fees, and insurance fees, etc.
Costs Do Not Include:Personal expenses, self-funded project costs, and additional costs incurred due to force majeure factors, etc.
Service Information:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency will provide you with professional tour guide services, comfortable transportation arrangements, and high-quality accommodation experiences. The specific itinerary arrangements and service details shall be based on actual consultation and contracting.
During the trip, both parties can reasonably modify the itinerary through mutual agreement. In case of itinerary changes or cancellations due to force majeure factors such as weather or road conditions, the travel agency will actively negotiate solutions with tourists.
When registering as a single traveler, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency will make every effort to coordinate room-sharing. If room-sharing is unsuccessful, the tourist will be responsible for the additional cost. The specific cost shall be based on actual consultation and contracting.
This group tour to Northern Xinjiang not only allows you and your family to appreciate the magnificent scenery of Northern Xinjiang but also provides an in-depth understanding of the local cultural heritage and folk customs. Whether it’s the mysterious lakes of Kanas, the vast grasslands of Yili, or the thrilling excitement of the Duku Highway, all will leave a lasting impression on you. Hurry up and let Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency take you on an unforgettable journey to Northern Xinjiang!

Contact Manager Wang Fei at 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation