8-Day Tianchi, Fuyun, Burqin, Kanas, Hemu, Karamay, Kuytun, Sayram Lake, Yining Northern Xinjiang Tour from Urumqi
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Tour Overview
Highlights
Visit Burqin, Fuyun, Hemu, Jiadenyu, Karamay, Sayram Lake, Urumqi, Yining.
- 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
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.
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
Urumqi, the capital of Xinjiang, is a modern city with diverse ethnic cultures, serving as a gateway to the stunning Tianshan Mountains and beyond.
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.
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-Colored Beach)
Wucaitan in Burqin County is famous for its colorful yardang landforms, especially at sunset, providing a stunning natural palette for photography and sightseeing.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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)
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Free Pick‑up: Arrivals between 08:00 - 22:00
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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.
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If you arrive before the group start date or leave after the group end date, a separate transfer fee applies
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If your arrival or departure falls outside the free transfer time window, a separate transfer fee also applies
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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.
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Policies
Share Room: If a single male or female guest arises and another same-gender solo traveler agrees to share, the travel agency will assist with room sharing; if not possible, a single room supplement applies.
If the guest decides to change to a private room after the tour has commenced, they must pay an additional charge equal to twice the single supplement will apply.
If the guest decides to change to a private room after the tour has commenced, they must pay an additional charge equal to twice the single supplement will apply.
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Booking and Reservation
All tours are for early booking, tour operator suggests the each passenger should book tour at least 3 weeks before departure date. Passenger may make reservation via email; however, seats will not be assigned until the deposit has been paid. At time of reservation, passenger may require to provide name, phone number and address and specify designated tour and date of travel.All seats are pre-assigned with numbers; seat assignment is based on a first come first serve basis after down payment.
Booking and Reservation
All tours are for early booking, tour operator suggests the each passenger should book tour at least 3 weeks before departure date. Passenger may make reservation via email; however, seats will not be assigned until the deposit has been paid. At time of reservation, passenger may require to provide name, phone number and address and specify designated tour and date of travel.All seats are pre-assigned with numbers; seat assignment is based on a first come first serve basis after down payment.
Travel Documents
Each passenger must carry a valid travel document. (Valid visa for countries needed) (E.g. Green Card, Passport, Re-Entry Permit, and etc.) Tour operator is not responsible for lost or stolen personal items.
Each passenger must carry a valid travel document. (Valid visa for countries needed) (E.g. Green Card, Passport, Re-Entry Permit, and etc.) Tour operator is not responsible for lost or stolen personal items.
Cancellation penalties per person (request day and departure day are not counted)
30 days or more prior to departure - - 10% of total purchase amount..
15-29 days or more prior to departure - 30% of total purchase amount.
7-14 days prior to departure - 50% of total purchase amount.
Within 6 days prior to departure - 100% of total purchase amount.
Day of departure no show or late - 100% per person.
Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
Trips require a minimum number of participants to avoid cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel a scheduled trip to fully refund affected customers although tour companies will make every effort to maintain normal operations.
The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds more than 30 days after completion of the tour.
30 days or more prior to departure - - 10% of total purchase amount..
15-29 days or more prior to departure - 30% of total purchase amount.
7-14 days prior to departure - 50% of total purchase amount.
Within 6 days prior to departure - 100% of total purchase amount.
Day of departure no show or late - 100% per person.
Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
Trips require a minimum number of participants to avoid cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel a scheduled trip to fully refund affected customers although tour companies will make every effort to maintain normal operations.
The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds more than 30 days after completion of the tour.
Travel Insurance
Tour operator is not responsible for any loss of or damage to personal items, or personal injury that may occur on or during the tour. It is optional that passengers to buy travel insurance, for more information, please consult your travel agent.
Tour operator is not responsible for any loss of or damage to personal items, or personal injury that may occur on or during the tour. It is optional that passengers to buy travel insurance, for more information, please consult your travel agent.
Itinerary Variations
We constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.
We constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.
Tour Cancellation
We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure of the tour, Taketours only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking. We are not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.
We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure of the tour, Taketours only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking. We are not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.
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