Overview
| Days | From/to | Sightseeing | Hotel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Urumqi Arrival | Pick you up and transfer to hotel | Urumqi |
| Day 2 | Urumqi - Altay | S21 Desert Highway • Gurbantünggüt Desert • Klameli Desert • Ulungur Lake | Altay |
| Day 3 | Altay - Hemu Village | Ahe Scenic Highway • Hemu Village • Birch Forest • Hemu Bridge | Hemu Village |
| Day 4 | Hemu - Kanas | Hemu Morning Mist • Hemu Viewing Platform • Hemu River • Kanas Lake | Kanas |
| Day 5 | Kanas - Burqin | Kanas Three Bays (God's Bay, Moon Bay, Dragon Bay) • Colorful Beach | Burqin |
| Day 6 | Burqin - Dushanzi | World Devil City • Yardang Landforms • Devil City Mini Train | Dushanzi |
| Day 7 | Dushanzi - Yining | Sayram Lake • Sailboat Experience • Guozigou Bridge • Liuxing Street | Yining |
| Day 8 | Yining - Nalati | Nalati Sky Grassland • River Valley Grassland • Kazakh Yurt Cultural Experience | Nalati |
| Day 9 | Nalati - Urumqi | Northern Duku Highway • Snow Mountain Pass • Dushanzi Grand Canyon | Urumqi |
| Day 10 | Departure | - | - |
1、Full Landscape Coverage — 7 Major Landforms in One Trip
Experience deserts (S21, Klameli), yardang (Devil City, Colorful Beach), alpine lakes (Sayram, Ulungur, Kanas), alpine grasslands (Nalati), primeval forests (Kanas, Ahe Highway), snow mountains, and iconic scenic highways — a panoramic unveiling of Northern Xinjiang.
2、Exclusive Private Group — No Strangers, No Sharing
Dedicated 7-seat business van for your group only. Stop anytime, anywhere — capture every moment without rushing.
Driver-guide deeply familiar with Northern Xinjiang routes, knows the best viewing times at each attraction, provides cultural and natural history insights, and unlocks local hidden gems.
Small vehicle grants direct access to core scenic spots — enjoy a smooth entry to Sayram Lake and avoid crowds for a truly private experience.
3、Unique Accommodations Within Scenic Areas — Stay Inside the Landscape
9 nights include 7 nights at 4-diamond city hotels + 2 nights in characteristic wooden cabins within Hemu and Kanas scenic areas. No need to wake up early for long commutes — enjoy off-peak visits to morning mist, sunrise, and sunset.
4、Multiple Complimentary Experience Gifts
Hemu professional photo shoot, Sayram Lake sailboat, and Kazakh homestay visit — all included. Professional local driver-guide knows the best photo timings and hidden vantage points.
5、All Top-Tier Scenic Highways in One Journey
Full coverage of S21 Desert Highway, Ahe Scenic Highway, Guozigou Bridge, and the northern section of Duku Highway — witness "four seasons in one day."
6、All Entrance Fees + Scenic Shuttle Tickets Included
Admission and internal shuttle fees for all major attractions are covered — no on-site purchases needed. Sayram Lake self-drive ticket included for in-depth lake exploration.
7、Comfort and Convenience
7-seat business van (Maxus G10/G20, first-class style); travel insurance included; breakfast provided at all hotels (except Hemu and Kanas cabin stays).
| Adult(Age:8-80) Price/p.p | Child(Age:4-7) Price/p.p | Infant(Age:0-3) Price/p.p |
| from $1099 | / | / |
Exclusive private vehicle: 2–4 pax: 7-seat business van (Maxus G10/G20); for 6 pax, optional upgraded 9-to-7 first-class or 1+1 luxury first-class models. Fuel, tolls, parking, and driver's meals/accommodation all included — no extra charges.
9 nights' accommodation: 7 nights at 4-diamond standard hotels (Urumqi, Altay, Burqin, Dushanzi, Yining, Nalati) + 2 nights in characteristic wooden cabins within Hemu and Kanas scenic areas. Default double-bed/twin room.
All scenic area tickets + shuttle fees: Klameli Desert, Hemu (ticket + shuttle), Kanas (ticket + shuttle), Colorful Beach, Devil City (ticket + mini-train), Sayram Lake self-drive ticket, Nalati Twin Grasslands (ticket + shuttle), Dushanzi Grand Canyon.
Breakfast: Included at hotels (except Kanas and Hemu hotels). Other meals at your own expense, with flexibility to choose.
Complimentary experiences: Hemu photo shoot, Sayram Lake sailboat, Kazakh homestay visit (non-refundable if weather/road conditions prevent participation).
Travel insurance: Personal accident insurance for the entire journey. Claims subject to policy terms.
Exclusive services: Local driver-guide, full itinerary customization and adjustments, dedicated butler service for one-on-one coordination.
Other meals: Lunches and dinners not included (except hotel breakfasts). Guide can recommend local specialties.
Optional paid activities: Boat rides, horse riding, off-road vehicles, in-depth guide commentary, shopping within scenic areas, and other unlisted paid items.
Personal expenses: Hotel beverages, laundry, snacks, souvenirs, alcohol, tobacco, and personal shopping.
Transportation to/from destination: Round-trip flights or trains to Urumqi not included (booking assistance available upon request).
Force majeure expenses: Additional costs due to weather, road closures, flight delays, or temporary scenic area closures (hotel, transport, rebooking fees).
Discount certificate differences: Student, military, or senior citizen ID holders may claim on-site refunds for ticket differences; foreign or HK/Macao/Taiwan passport holders may need to pay supplemental fees at certain attractions.
Single supplement: Solo travelers must pay a single-room supplement.
Booking Restrictions
Participant restrictions:
① Travelers over 70, or those with severe hypertension, heart disease, asthma, or who are pregnant, are not recommended to join — long mountainous road sections may cause physical discomfort.
② Priority given to guests with Mainland Chinese ID cards; HK/Macao/Taiwan and foreign passport holders must inform us in advance, as itinerary adjustments may be required based on border-area policies.
③ Large pets are not allowed in scenic areas — most attractions prohibit pet entry.
1、Vehicle and group size:
Groups of 2–6 persons; vehicle assigned based on group size. 7-seat vans accommodate a maximum of 6 passengers — no overloading.
2、Road travel restrictions:
Duku Highway and Ahe Highway are only open in summer (June–October). In case of heavy snow, landslides, or road closures, the agency will arrange alternative routes. No full refund if original route cannot be followed.
3、Document requirements:
All travelers must register with real names; children must carry household registration books or ID cards. Valid ID is required for inspection along border-area scenic routes.
4、Conduct restrictions:
Do not step on grasslands, climb sand dunes, or scale yardang cliffs. Respect local Kazakh and Tuva customs; do not disturb livestock or damage pastoral facilities.
Cancellation before departure: Free cancellation is available up to one day prior to the departure date.
During the tour: If you choose to leave the group mid-tour, the unused portion of the service will be considered forfeited, and no refund will be provided.
Other provisions: During the tour, if a scenic spot is closed due to force majeure and cannot be visited as scheduled, both parties will negotiate and either cancel or replace the spot based on the actual circumstances, with the price difference settled on-site (refund or additional payment as applicable).
Reminders: Special weather conditions such as rain or snow may affect the order of sightseeing or the availability of certain attractions during the tour. If adjustments cannot be made due to weather or other special reasons, alternative attractions or itineraries will be arranged on-site, and any additional costs incurred due to price differences shall be borne by the traveler. If the original tour fee is higher than the cost of the alternative itinerary negotiated on-site, the travel agency will refund the difference. The travel agency shall not bear any additional costs (including flight extensions/rescheduling, hotel extensions/rescheduling, etc.) arising from weather-related itinerary adjustments or inability to visit certain attractions. Any extra expenses incurred due to force majeure events caused by weather conditions—such as traffic disruptions, flight cancellations, or schedule changes—shall be borne by the traveler.
Special agreement: This tour is a group joint tour. The travel agency reserves the right to change or adjust the number of participants (number of passengers in the vehicle) as necessary, provided such changes are lawful and compliant. The traveler acknowledges and agrees to this.
Itinerary schedule: The above itinerary times are for reference only. Actual times may vary depending on weather conditions, the pace of sightseeing by travelers, and other factors. The actual itinerary on the day of the tour shall prevail.
Emergency Contact Numbers
1. National General Emergency Hotlines
110: Police (public security, personal safety, scenic area disputes)
119: Fire (hotel, grassland, forest area fires)
120: Medical emergency (altitude sickness, injuries, sudden illness)
122: Traffic accident reporting (road accidents, vehicle breakdowns)
12110: SMS emergency reporting (when there is no signal or phone calls are inconvenient)
12345: Government public service hotline (scenic area complaints, road control inquiries)
010-12308: Ministry of Foreign Affairs consular protection hotline (for HK/Macao/Taiwan and foreign passport holders seeking assistance)
2. Dedicated Tour Contact Numbers
Exclusive Travel Butler: A dedicated mobile number will be sent 1 day before departure.
On-site Driver-Guide: Available throughout the tour, reachable 24 hours a day.