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Overview

This tour takes you to see a different Xinjiang, which is elegant, magnificent and poetic! Start from Turpan to enjoy the Tuyoq Village, have a silent conversation with the Jiaohe Ruins and listen to its stories. Then walk into the picturesque Heavenly Lake and catch the stunning sunset of Ulungur Lake if it's a sunny day. At last, experience the lifestyle of Tuwa people in Hemu and be attracted by the Five-colored Beach for its rainbow-like color on the stone because of the sunlight. Slow down yourself and embrace the best splendid natural wonders during this trip!

Highlights

  • Enjoy the stunning scenery in heavenly lake where to see lush forest, snow-capped mountain and nomadic culture of local kazakhs.

  • Pay a visit to the crystal-like Kanas lake, a fairyland to discover the mysterious water monster.

  • Immerse yourself in the Tuwa Village of Hemu for its waving cooking smoke and picturesque landscapes.

  • Explore the mysterious Jiaohe Ruins with a history of 2,300 years.

Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Urumqi

Today your flight will touch down in Urumqi. We will meet you at the airport exit with a welcome board. Then a comfortable drive will send you to the local hotel for check in. The rest of the day is free to explore the city on your own. Rest up and get ready for tomorrow's adventure!

Transport: Car
Accommodation: Overnight in Urumqi

Day 2Urumqi - Turpan - Urumqi

Today we will start our tour from driving 3hrs to visit the oldest Uighur village Tuyoq Village, located in the very center of Flaming Mountain Canyon. It used to be a holy site of Buddhism and Islam. The village consists of four parts: Canyon scenery, Thousand Buddha Caves, Maza tomb and the old buildings of the ancient village.

Then you will pay a visit to Karez Well, a special irrigation system that the locals make full use of the topography of Turpan to draw the underground water to irrigate their farmland ingeniously.

The tour today end up with enjoying the scenery of Jiaohe Ruins with a history of 2,300 years lying between two rivers on a loess plateau atop a cliff of over 30m. It is one of the best preserved ruins of its ancient era in China and was included in the World Heritage List on June 22, 2014.

After visiting, we will drive back to Urumqi for overnight stay.

Transport: Car
Accommodation: Overnight in Urumqi
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3Urumqi - Heavenly Lake - Fuhai

Today we will drive to the picturesque Heavenly Lake, which is surrounded by the snow mountains, blooming wildflowers and evergreen pine trees. Walking along the lake in the fresh air or you can explore further to the Maya Mountain by the cable car to enjoy the magnificent view of the Mountains.

Continue our trip to Fuhai, after about 5hrs driving, we will arrive at Ulungur Lake, and catch the stunning sunset of it if it's a sunny day. Take a walk barefoot on the soft beach, you can see ducks hide & seek in reeds and seagulls glide freely above the sky.

After the visiting, we will drive to Fuhai County for overnight stay. Have a good rest!

Transport: Car
Accommodation: Overnight in Fuhai
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4Fuhai - Kanas

After breakfast, you will be picked up at your hotel. Then, drive along the mountain road to Kanas Nature Reserve. It is China's only European-like ecological site that has been awarded the title of the "Pure Land of the World" due to its unspoiled natural scenery.

En-route, visit Kanas Lake. Upon arrival, you will change the shuttle bus to the inside of the Reserve to enjoy the beautiful scenery. Then head to the Fish Pavilion and enjoy a panoramic view of Kanas.

Later afternoon, we will back to Jiadengyu district to check into the hotel. Enjoy your dinner and have a good rest!

Transport: Car
Accommodation: Overnight in Kanas
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5Kanas - Hemu - Kanas

Arrangements for today make for the experience of a lifetime.

We will first drive to visit the most beautiful Tuwa village -- Hemu village, which is one of the famous Tuwa villages. Arriving at the entrance of Hemu, we still have to change the shuttle bus to the village. Here we would like to suggest you leave your big luggage in our coach and take your must stuff.

Tranquil village, herds of cattle and sheep, as well as warm and hospitable locals. What a beautiful and mysterious place! If you want to experience the life of Tuwa people, they will very welcome you to visit their family.

In the afternoon, we will drive back to Kanas for overnight stay.

Transport: Car
Accommodation: Overnight in Kanas
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6Kanas - Burqin

Today we will still enjoy the scenery of Kanas Nature Reserve. It is the most beautiful mountain lake you have never seen. The lake takes on different colors following the four seasons of the year, sometimes it's crystal blue, sometimes it's dark green, or even gray.

Afternoon we will head to Burqin to enjoy the sunset of Five-colored Beach. Walking into the colorful Beach, you will feel as if in a dream world. The unique lava landscape consisted of purplish red, vandyke red, yellow and light green mudstone, sandstone and gravel. This is the most beautiful colorful Beach, masterpiece of nature, and miracle of Burqin.

Transport: Car
Accommodation: Overnight in Burqin
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7Burqin Departure

Spend a comfortable night in Burqin and enjoy your breakfast. In the morning, you will be transferred to the airport to catch your flight back home. Wish you a pleasant journey and hope to see you again in your next China trip!

Transport: Car
Accommodation: No Accommodation
Meals: Breakfast

Book Pirce

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Includes

  • Private transportation through out the itinerary. Xinjiang China will arrange for all travelers to be met on arrival and seen off on departure based on your flight info.

    4pax- 7seats. 6pax- 12seats. 8pax- 18seats. 12pax-33seats

  • 4star hotel include breakfast, service charge and government tax. Located in the downtown

  • All entrance fees(shuttle bus) sightseeing; excursions and activities as per the itinerary

  • Private friendly and professional English-Speaking guides

  • Visa support letter for you to apply Chinese visa easily.

  • Travel and health insurance when travel with us.

  • 8, A 24/7 helpline while you are traveling.

Excludes

  • International and domestic flights not indicated.

  • Food, Lunch or dinner not specified

  • Tips or gratuities for guides and drivers

  • Personal expenses and the other tours or activities not mentioned

Trip Notes

  • We always offer friendly and supportive discount for seniors and Families with little kids.

  • You are able to visit Xinjiang during Ramadan. All the restaurants are open

  • Complimentary 2 bottles of water each person on daily use.

  • You will need Travel permit to Taxkorgan and Bayinbuluk


Transportation

Comfortable Vehicles with good aircondition, Friendly and professional Drivers.

2pax- 5seats. 4pax - 7seats. 6pax - 12seats. 9pax- 17seats. 12-15pax - 33seats.


Accommodation

All the hotels we selected are 4 star well-located in the city center with good and proper breakfast for our clients. 3star hotel in some remote towns where 4stars are not avilable. NO SMOKING rooms will be booked for you


Guides

Our guides are very friendly, knowledgeable, helpful. And our group tours will be escorted from Xinjiang China Travel.


Climate and Altitude

Generally speaking End March—End Oct are the best time to visit Xinjiang. From mid April to mid of August is the best time to explore the vast grassland in Yili River valley which borders with Kazakhstan.Mid may to Mid Oct is the best time to explore north Xinjiang of Kanas Nature park. End March to Mid June, Sept and Oct are the perfect season to South Xinjiang for its pleasant weather and sweet fruits.  No need to worry about high altitude along the Xinjiang. We will prepare Oxygen bags if required. We offer beneficial Cancellation Policy to our customers.

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