Xinjiang Custom Tour | 8 Days 7 Nights Northern Xinjiang In-Depth Journey

【Introduction】: Want to deeply explore the beauty of Xinjiang? Check out this 8-day, 7-night Xinjiang custom tour itinerary! Follow the route to visit Sayram Lake and the Ili Grasslands, and immerse yourself in the stunning lakes, mountains, and wild romance of Xinjiang. 💴【Ticket Prices】: • Sayram Lake Scenic Area: Approximately 145 RMB/person • Lavender Garden of Princess Jieyou: Approximately 35 RMB/person • Xiata Ancient Trail Scenic Area: Approximately 80 RMB/person (including shuttle bus) • Nalati Grassland Scenic Area: Approximately 95 RMB/person (main entrance ticket, shuttle bus ticket sold separately) ⛺【Activities】: ✅ Sayram Lake: Known as "the last tear of the Atlantic," enjoy a lakeside stroll and visit spots like Swan Water Fun and General's Platform. The sapphire-blue lake, wildflowers, and pine forests create picturesque scenes perfect for photography! ✅ Guozigou Bridge: A majestic bridge spanning the canyon, offering breathtaking views of Ili's top scenery—ideal for photos and sightseeing. ✅ Xiata Ancient Trail: Embark on a hiking adventure to see snow-capped mountains, glaciers, forests, and streams. With luck, you might encounter wildlife, fully experiencing the "wild beauty." ✅ Nalati Grassland: The "Sky Grassland" lives up to its name. Ride horses, stroll through pastures, and experience Kazakh nomadic culture. The grasslands, valleys, and forests offer a healing triple landscape! ✅ Duku Highway (partial section): Traverse Hashilegen Pass to see snow-capped mountains, forests, and meadows. Pay tribute to the heroes at the Qiao'erma Martyrs Memorial and feel the grandeur and significance of the "Hero's Road." 👉【Itinerary】: Day 1 (June 10): Urumqi → Sayram Lake • Transportation: Airport pickup followed by a journey through Anjihai Grand Canyon (distant view en route) to Sayram Lake • Activities: Initial exploration of Sayram Lake, lakeside strolls, and scenic photography • Accommodation: Unique lodging near Sayram Lake, sleeping with lakeside views Day 2 (June 11): Sayram Lake → Huocheng County • Activities: In-depth exploration of Sayram Lake, capturing lake views from various angles; afternoon visit to Guozigou Bridge and Lavender Garden of Princess Jieyou (lavender blooms in summer are incredibly romantic) • Accommodation: Comfortable hotel in Huocheng County, enjoying the tranquility of the small town Day 3 (June 12): Huocheng County → Xiata • Transportation: Travel via Yizhao Highway (seasonal opening, stunning scenery en route) and Tianma Bath River to Xiata • Activities: Scenic drive with views of Tianshan Mountains, observing horses drinking at Tianma Bath River; arrive in Xiata by evening to prepare for the next day's hike • Accommodation: Self-booked hotel in Xiata/Tekesi, preferably near the scenic area for convenience Day 4 (June 13): Xiata → Tekesi • Activities: Spend the entire day at Xiata Ancient Trail! Hike to admire Muzart Glacier up close, stroll along streams and forests, and fully embrace the wilderness • Accommodation: Unique lodging in Tekesi Eight-Trigram City; enjoy a night tour of the city (no ticket required) and experience its distinctive layout Day 5 (June 14): Tekesi → Xinyuan County • Activities: Visit Chaxi Grassland and Kurdening, chasing grassland views along the way. Ride horses, picnic, and take forest-themed photos, immersing yourself as a "grassland ranger" • Accommodation: Cozy hotel in Xinyuan County to unwind from the journey Day 6 (June 15): Xinyuan County → Nalati • Activities: Explore Nalati Grassland in-depth! Choose between Sky Grassland or Valley Grassland, ride horses through pastures, visit Kazakh yurts, savor freshly roasted lamb, and experience nomadic life • Accommodation: Unique lodging in Nalati Town, falling asleep to the sound of grassland breezes Day 7 (June 16): Nalati → Urumqi • Activities: Travel along Duku Highway (partial section), passing Hashilegen Pass to see snow-capped mountains. Visit Qiao'erma Martyrs Memorial to honor heroes; return to Urumqi and reflect on the journey • Accommodation: Hotel in Urumqi city center for convenient airport transfer the next day Day 8 (June 17): Urumqi Airport Transfer • Transportation: Airport transfer based on flight schedule, concluding the wonderful Xinjiang journey 🧡【Preparation Tips】: • Documents: ID card (mandatory! Frequent security checks in Xinjiang), other discount cards (e.g., student ID for discounted tickets at some scenic spots) • Clothing: Xinjiang in June has significant temperature differences! Light jacket (e.g., sun-protective clothing), warm jacket (e.g., windbreaker/thin down jacket for cool mornings and evenings in mountains and grasslands), long dresses/beautiful outfits (for photos), comfortable hiking shoes (essential for Xiata and Nalati hikes) • Sun Protection: High-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hat, sun-protective clothing (strong sunlight in Xinjiang—don’t let UV rays "take advantage") • Others: Thermos (for hot water anytime), common medications (e.g., stomach medicine, fever reducers for minor travel discomforts), small amount of cash (some remote areas have weak signals, cash for emergencies) Want a hassle-free Xinjiang trip? Just follow this itinerary! From Sayram Lake to Ili Grasslands, the scenery is ever-changing, and the experiences are incredibly rich. Contact Ctrip customer service to book this itinerary and head to Xinjiang for a summer adventure!