Overview
Home city – Urumqi (visit the Xinjiang Museum, International Grand Bazaar and Hetian 2nd Street independently) Urumqi – Duku Highway – Tangbula – Horseback riding at Fairy Lake – Tangbula guesthouse (550 km, approx. 6.5 hrs) Tangbula – Nalati VIP self-drive – Nalati grassland afternoon tea – Nala…
Recommended for: Ages 18–65 Customization available
Highlights
- VIP Self-Drive · Nalati, Kurdining and Sayram Lake; drive directly into scenic areas without shuttle transfers
- Signature Experiences · 2-hour Fairy Lake horseback ride and Nalati grassland afternoon tea
- Scenic Roads · Northern Duku Highway and Yizhao Highway, subject to opening
- Comfortable Stays · Four nights in 4-diamond hotels and four nights in distinctive guesthouses near scenic areas
- Complimentary Extras · Daily bottled water, in-car snacks, U-shaped travel pillow and souvenir
- Professional Service · Experienced local driver with a DSLR camera and photography assistance
- Small Group · 2–6 guests, driver accompanies the group inside attractions, plus a 24-hour trip concierge
Itinerary
Day 1
Home city – Urumqi (visit the Xinjiang Museum, International Grand Bazaar and Hetian 2nd Street independently)
Day 2
Urumqi – Duku Highway – Tangbula – Horseback riding at Fairy Lake – Tangbula guesthouse (550 km, approx. 6.5 hrs)
If Duku Highway is closed: Urumqi – Tianshan Shengli Tunnel – G218 – Nalati
Day 3
Tangbula – Nalati VIP self-drive – Nalati grassland afternoon tea – Nalati (160 km, approx. 2.5 hrs)
Day 4
Nalati – Kurdining VIP self-drive – Kurdining/Gongliu (180 km, approx. 3 hrs)
Day 5
Kurdining VIP self-drive – Zhaosu Jade Lake – Heavenly Horses river-crossing show – Xiata entrance (260 km, approx. 4.5 hrs)
Day 6
Xiata – Yizhao Highway, if open – Yining (220 km, approx. 4.5 hrs)
Day 7
Yining – Huocheng lavender fields – Guozigou Bridge viewpoint – Sayram Lake VIP clockwise loop – Sayram Lake entrance (160 km, approx. 3 hrs)
Day 8
Sayram Lake – Urumqi (560 km, approx. 6.5 hrs)
Day 9
Airport transfer – Return home
Includes & Excludes
What's Included
- Travel Insurance
- Complimentary Snacks & Bottled Water
- Attraction Tickets
- Pick-up & Drop-off Service
What's Not Included
- Optional Activities & Experiences (Extra Cost)
- Lunch & Dinner Expenses
- Round-Trip Transportation To Xinjiang
FAQ
How Do I Choose The Right Xinjiang Tour?
Xinjiang offers different landscapes and experiences across Northern Xinjiang, Ili, Southern Xinjiang and beyond. Our local team helps you choose the right route based on your travel time, interests and preferred travel style.
What Makes Pangcheng Travel Different?
With years of experience in Xinjiang travel, we focus on authentic routes, local insights, small group experiences and transparent services to create a more comfortable journey.
Can I Customize My Xinjiang Trip?
Yes. We create personalized Xinjiang journeys for families, couples, photography lovers and private groups, with flexible itineraries designed around your needs.