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Welcome to Northern Xinjiang, a land of superlatives where vast grasslands, crystal alpine lakes, snow-capped peaks, colorful canyons, and unique ethnic cultures come together. This 14-day journey takes you through Urumqi, Fuyun, Burqin, Jiadengyu, Hemu, Wucaitan, Tekesi, Nalati and more—showcasing the wild beauty of China’s northwest.
You will wander through fairy-tale villages, gaze at mirror-like lakes, walk among golden forests, explore mysterious canyons, ride horses on endless grasslands, and taste authentic local food. Experience the warm traditions of Kazakh, Mongolian, and Uyghur cultures, with bonfire parties, home visits, and local feasts included. Every corner feels like a scene from a movie. This is nature at its most breathtaking, and culture at its most vibrant.
Highlights
Highlight 1: Kanas Lake & Three Bays
Admire the unreal blue-green waters, Wolong Bay, Shenxian Bay, and Moon Bay—some of China’s most photographed scenery.
Highlight 2: Hemu Village
Stay in a picturesque wooden village surrounded by mountains and forests; sunrise and morning mist create a fairytale view.
Highlight 3: Wucaitan (Colorful Beach)
See striking red, yellow, and purple rock formations beside the green river—one of Xinjiang’s most colorful natural wonders.
Highlight 4: Nalati & Kalajun Grasslands
Ride horses, enjoy wide-open views, and experience the peaceful nomadic lifestyle on China’s most beautiful alpine grasslands.
Highlight 5: Sayram Lake & Sailimu Lake
Visit the “Pure Lake of Xinjiang” with clear blue water, snow mountains, and fresh air like nowhere else.
Highlight 6: Kazakh & Mongolian Culture Experience
Join local home visits, taste hand-grilled meat, whole fish banquets, and enjoy bonfire singing and dancing.
Northern Xinjiang (14 Days)
Northern Xinjiang (14 Days)

Day-1  Various places — Urumqi

After pick-up, check into the hotel and visit the horse riding performance at the Wild Horse Ecological Park, as well as the park’s silicified forest, poplar forest, and meteorite forest, etc. Rest after dinner.

Day-2  Urumqi-Fuyun

Visit Tianshan Tianchi. On that day, a special arrangement of Xinjiang-style meals will be made, including hand-held mutton, belly meat, baked buns, etc.

Day-3  Fuyun – Burqin

Visit the Cocotohai Grand Canyon God Zhongshan (Special arrangements for Aletai whole fish feast)

Day-4 Buerjin-Jiadengyu

Climb Guanyutai and head to Hemu Village.

Day-5  Jiadengyu-Hemu

Climb Guanyutai and head to Hemu Village.

Day-6 Hemu – Colorful Beach – Burqin

Climb Hadeng Platform to overlook Hemu Old Village and proceed to the First Beach in the World – Colorful Beach.

Day-7 Burqin – Kuitun

Visit the World Devil City. On that day, a special arrangement of Xinjiang-style meals will be made, including hand-caught mutton, tripe meat, grilled buns, mutton skewers, etc.

Day-8 Kuitun – Sailimu Lake

Visit Kuitun Grand Canyon and take a lakeside tour of Sailimu Lake. A special high white sturgeon whole fish banquet (premium ingredients) is arranged at Sailimu Lake.

Day-9 Sailimu Lake – Yining

In June and July, a special arrangement is made to visit the lavender manor. The Lin Zexu Huiyuan Ancient City , Liuxing Street, and a roast lamb activity are arranged in the evening.

Day-10 Yining – Teke

Visit Kazanchi Folk Garden and Kalajun Prairie.

Day-11 Teke – Nalati

Visit the Nalati Grassland and enjoy horse riding activities. A special in-depth tour is arranged.

Day-12 Nalati – Urumqi

Itinerary 1:

Duku Highway (expected to open on June 1, depending on the weather), visit the International Grand Bazaar. A special farewell banquet is arranged in the evening at a well-known local Uyghur restaurant.

Itinerary 2:

Naraty-Korla. Arrive in Korla, known as the “Pear City”. Visit the beautiful Kongque River and taste the local delicacies.Appreciate the beautiful Bosten Lake.

Remarks: Since the Duku Highway is open from June to September, if you are traveling outside these dates, you can choose Itinerary 2.

Day-13 Korla-Urumqi

After passing through Dabancheng, return to Urumqi, International Bazaar or Urumqi Museum

Day-14 Urumqi – Various places

Transfer to the airport according to the flight schedule.

Day-1  Various places --- Urumqi

After pick-up, check into the hotel and visit the horse riding performance at the Wild Horse Ecological Park, as well as the park’s silicified forest, poplar forest, and meteorite forest, etc. Rest after dinner.

Day-2  Urumqi-Fuyun

Visit Tianshan Tianchi. On that day, a special arrangement of Xinjiang-style meals will be made, including hand-held mutton, belly meat, baked buns, etc.

Day-3  Fuyun - Burqin

Visit the Cocotohai Grand Canyon God Zhongshan (Special arrangements for Aletai whole fish feast)

 

Day-4 Buerjin-Jiadengyu

Climb Guanyutai and head to Hemu Village.

 

Day-5  Jiadengyu-Hemu

Climb Guanyutai and head to Hemu Village.

 

Day-6 Hemu - Colorful Beach - Burqin

Climb Hadeng Platform to overlook Hemu Old Village and proceed to the First Beach in the World – Colorful Beach.

 

Day-7 Burqin - Kuitun

Visit the World Devil City. On that day, a special arrangement of Xinjiang-style meals will be made, including hand-caught mutton, tripe meat, grilled buns, mutton skewers, etc.

 

Day-8 Kuitun - Sailimu Lake

Visit Kuitun Grand Canyon and take a lakeside tour of Sailimu Lake. A special high white sturgeon whole fish banquet (premium ingredients) is arranged at Sailimu Lake.

 

Day-9 Sailimu Lake - Yining

In June and July, a special arrangement is made to visit the lavender manor. The Lin Zexu Huiyuan Ancient City , Liuxing Street, and a roast lamb activity are arranged in the evening.

Day-10 Yining - Teke

Visit Kazanchi Folk Garden and Kalajun Prairie.

Day-11 Teke - Nalati

Visit the Nalati Grassland and enjoy horse riding activities. A special in-depth tour is arranged.

Day-12 Nalati - Urumqi

Itinerary 1:

Duku Highway (expected to open on June 1, depending on the weather), visit the International Grand Bazaar. A special farewell banquet is arranged in the evening at a well-known local Uyghur restaurant.

Itinerary 2:

Naraty-Korla. Arrive in Korla, known as the “Pear City”. Visit the beautiful Kongque River and taste the local delicacies.Appreciate the beautiful Bosten Lake.

Remarks: Since the Duku Highway is open from June to September, if you are traveling outside these dates, you can choose Itinerary 2.

 

Day-13 Korla-Urumqi

After passing through Dabancheng, return to Urumqi, International Bazaar or Urumqi Museum

Day-14 Urumqi - Various places

Transfer to the airport according to the flight schedule.

Price: What’s Included
  • Accommodation
    Accommodation: 13 nights in a double standard room at a 4-star diamond hotel
  • Vehicle
    Vehicle: 7-9 seat VIP air-conditioned travel professional operation business car
  • Admission tickets
    Admission tickets: Entrance tickets for major scenic spots
  • Meals
    Meals: 14 breakfasts + 25 main meals
  • Tour guide
    Tour guide: 6-person small group driver and tour guide
  • Insurance
    Insurance: Travel Accident Insurance
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