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Tour Code: 127-20353

8-Day Tianchi, Fuyun, Burqin, Kanas, Hemu, Karamay, Kuytun, Sayram Lake, Yining Northern Xinjiang Tour from Urumqi

Our Price: from
US$1373
￥9302
€1201
C$1928
Rs.132230
(Price shown is based on the lowest price per person over the next 60 days) Duration: 8 days Language: Mandarin Chinese Group Size: Max 20 people Visit Burqin, Fuyun, Hemu, Jiadenyu, Karamay, Sayram Lake, Urumqi, Yining.
Highlights:
  • Visit the stunning Heavenly Lake (Tianchi) in the Tianshan Mountains
  • Explore the unique geological landscapes of Keketuohai National Geopark
  • Experience the breathtaking natural beauty of Kanas Lake and its surroundings
  • Discover the traditional Tuvan village of Hemu, known as 'China's First Village'
  • Witness the spectacular colors of the Wucaitan (Five-Color Beach) at sunset
  • See the wind-eroded formations of Karamay Devil City (Ghost City)
  • Enjoy the serene and vast blue waters of Sayram Lake
  • Travel by high-speed train from Yining back to Urumqi

Itinerary

Day 1:Urumqi

Hotel: Standard: Urumqi City Hotel
Meals: Meal: Excluded
Arrive in Urumqi, the capital of Xinjiang. Transfer to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free for you to explore at your leisure.

Day 2:Urumqi - Tianchi - Fuyun(473 km)

Hotel: Standard: Fuyun City Hotel
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Drive to the Heavenly Lake (Tianchi) scenic area, a crescent-shaped lake at the foot of Bogda Peak. Enjoy the alpine landscapes, lake views, and optional activities like boat rides or the Mayashan cable car. After the visit, continue the journey to Fuyun for overnight stay.
  • Urumqi, CN
  • Heavenly Lake (Tianchi) Scenic Area
    Heavenly Lake is a renowned natural scenic area in Xinjiang, featuring clear waters surrounded by snow-capped mountains and forests.

Day 3:Fuyun - Keketuohai - Burqin(261 km)

Hotel: Standard: Burqin City Hotel
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Visit the Keketuohai National Geopark, featuring unique granite landforms, the Ertix River Grand Canyon, and the Shenzhong Mountain. See the famous No. 3 Mine Pit. Later, travel to Burqin to visit the Wucaitan (Five-Color Beach), renowned for its colorful Yardang landforms along the Ertix River, especially beautiful at sunset.
  • Fuyun, CN
    Fuyun County is located in northern Xinjiang, known for its rich mineral resources and distinctive natural landscapes.
  • Keketuohai National Geopark
    Keketuohai National Geopark is famous for its unique granite landforms and abundant mineral resources.
  • Burqin, CN
    Burqin County is a key gateway to Kanas Lake, attracting visitors with its beautiful natural scenery and unique Tuvan culture.
  • Wucaitan (Five-Color Beach)
    Wucaitan is known for its colorful yardang landforms that glow in the sunset, creating a vibrant and unique landscape.

Day 4:Burqin - Kanas Lake Scenic Area - Jiadenyu(165 km)

Hotel: Standard: Jiadenyu Hotel
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Travel to Jiadenyu and enter the Kanas Lake Scenic Area. Explore the famous 'color-changing lake', take in panoramic views from the Guanyu Pavilion (Fish Watching Pavilion), and optionally take a boat cruise on the lake. Enjoy the pristine natural scenery of the Altay Mountains.
  • Jiadenyu, CN
    Jiadenyu is the main entrance and tourist hub for the Kanas Lake scenic area, offering accommodation and transportation services.

Day 5:Jiadenyu - Hemu - Burqin(265 km)

Hotel: Standard: Burqin City Hotel
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Visit the traditional Tuvan village of Hemu, known for its original log cabins and stunning natural setting. Explore the village, walk along the Hemu River, and ascend to the viewing platform for panoramic views. Afterwards, return to Burqin for the night.
  • Hemu, CN
    Hemu is a tranquil Tuvan village that attracts visitors with its original wooden houses, grasslands, and river scenery.
  • Hemu Village
    Hemu Village is the core settlement in the Hemu area, preserving traditional Tuvan wooden houses and lifestyle in a serene environment.
  • Hemu River
    The Hemu River meanders through Hemu Village, with clear waters and banks lined with birch forests and grasslands, offering pleasant scenery.
  • Hemu Viewing Platform
    The Hemu Viewing Platform is located on a hillside near the village, offering a panoramic view of the entire Hemu Village and the surrounding valley.

Day 6:Burqin - Urho Devil City - Kuytun(471 km)

Hotel: Standard: Kuytun City Hotel
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Drive to Karamay to visit the Urho Devil City (Ghost City), a spectacular area of wind-eroded Yardang landforms. Learn about its geology and see the unique shapes. Continue the journey to Kuytun for overnight stay.
  • Karamay, CN
    Karamay is an oil city in Xinjiang, known for its unique yardang landforms and petroleum industry landscapes.

Day 7:Kuytun - Sayram Lake - Yining(374 km)

Hotel: Standard: Yining City Hotel
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Travel to the stunning Sayram Lake, a vast alpine lake set against snow-capped mountains. Enjoy a scenic drive around the lake. Pass by the impressive Guozigou Bridge. Continue to Yining city for your overnight stay.
  • Sayram Lake, CN
    Sayram Lake is the highest alpine lake in Xinjiang, often called the 'last tear of the Atlantic.' Its clear blue waters are surrounded by snow-capped mountains and grasslands, forming a spectacular natural landscape in northern Xinjiang.
  • Sayram Lake Scenic Area
    The Sayram Lake Scenic Area centers on the alpine lake, encompassing surrounding grasslands, snow-capped mountain backdrops, and leisure facilities. Visitors can walk along the shore, ride horses, or enjoy lake views from observation decks, experiencing the serenity and grandeur at the foot of the Tianshan Mountains.
  • Yining, CN
    Yining is the capital of Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture in Xinjiang, located in the heart of the Ili River Valley. The city blends multiple ethnic cultures, known for its orchards, historic districts, and Central Asian atmosphere, serving as the gateway to exploring the Ili Valley.
  • Guozigou Bridge (Passing By) (Passing By)
    Guozigou Bridge is a landmark viaduct on the Guozigou Expressway in Xinjiang, spanning a deep valley and connecting Sayram Lake with the Ili River Valley. When passing by, drivers can enjoy views of the surrounding mountains and forests.

Day 8:Yining - Urumqi(704 km)

Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Take a morning high-speed train from Yining back to Urumqi. Upon arrival in Urumqi, transfer to the airport or railway station for your departure, concluding your journey through Northern Xinjiang.

Departure & Return

Complimentary Transfer Service
(Available only on designated group departure and end dates)

  • Free Pick‑up: Arrivals between 08:00 - 22:00

  • Free Drop‑off: Departures between 09:00 - 23:00 (early morning flights are also covered if you are willing to leave in advance)

Transfers are currently provided with a driver only. If multiple guests arrive around the same time, a guide may be arranged at our discretion. Any policy updates will be communicated separately.

  • If you arrive before the group start date or leave after the group end date, a separate transfer fee applies

  • If your arrival or departure falls outside the free transfer time window, a separate transfer fee also applies

  • For shared group transfers, guests with close arrival times will be picked up together, with a waiting time of approximately 1.5 hours. If you prefer not to wait, please notify us at least 1 day in advance to arrange a private transfer at an additional cost.

Includes & Excludes

Price Includes

High-speed train ticket from Yining to Urumqi (second class seat).
Hotel accommodation in standard twin/double room.
Hotel breakfasts.
First entrance tickets and necessary shuttle bus within scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
All vehicle expenses (including tolls, fuel, vehicle mountain entry fees).
Airport/station pickup and drop-off service (shared transfer, waiting time may be up to 1.5 hours).
Professional Chinese-speaking guide service.
Travel accident insurance, vehicle seat insurance, travel agency liability insurance.
Two bottles of mineral water per person per day.

Price Excludes

Airfare: International and domestic air tickets to/from Urumqi.
Personal Expenses: Laundry, phone calls, beverages, snacks, alcohol, and other personal purchases at hotels.
Meals: Lunches and dinners are not included.
Tips: Suggested gratuities for guide (RMB 40-70 per person per day) and driver (RMB 20-50 per person per day).
Optional Activities: Self-paid items within scenic areas (e.g., boat rides, cable cars).
Force Majeure: Additional costs due to unforeseen circumstances like natural disasters, strikes, or epidemics.