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8 Days Northern Xinjiang Adventure

Eight days across Northern Xinjiang — Urumqi, Heavenly Lake, colorful Burqin, Kanas Lake, and Turpan. The Silk Road's wildest landscapes.

8 Days Private Tour English Guide
Tour Highlights
Urumqi & Heavenly Lake
Kanas Lake Nature Reserve
Burqin Five-Colored Beach
Turpan Grape Valley
Flaming Mountains
Jiaohe Ancient City
Detailed Itinerary
D1Day 1

Urumqi: Arrive. Bazaar. Xinjiang Museum.

D2Day 2

Heavenly Lake: Tianchi day trip. Boat cruise.

D3Day 3

Urumqi to Burqin: Fly to Burqin. Five-Colored Beach at sunset.

D4Day 4-5

Kanas Lake: Kanas Nature Reserve — alpine lake of changing colors. Hike to Fish-Watching Pavilion. Tuva village visit.

D5Day 6

To Turpan: Fly/Drive. Evening: Turpan grape terraces.

D6Day 7

Turpan: Jiaohe Ancient City. Karez wells. Flaming Mountains. Astana tombs.

D7Day 8

Departure: Return to Urumqi. Departure.

Included

  • Private English-speaking guide & driver
  • Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
  • All entrance fees & tickets listed in itinerary
  • Airport/train station transfers
  • Domestic travel insurance

Excluded

  • International flights to/from China
  • China visa fees
  • Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, tips)
  • Optional activities not listed
  • Meals not specified in itinerary