[2025 Urumqi Stay] Travel Guide for GreenTree Eastern Hotel (Urumqi Diwopu International Airport Xintianrun Branch) (Updated Apr)

📍 Location: Southern suburb of Urumqi, 75 km from the city center, 2,252 meters above sea level, a summer paradise embraced by the northern Tianshan Mountains! 📸 Natural Wonders: Shenbulak Waterfall: A "white ribbon" with a drop of over 40 meters. The splashing water droplets reflect rainbows under the sunlight, making every shot a masterpiece. Spruce Forest and Grassland: Stroll on the green carpet-like grassland, look up at the towering spruce trees, and watch the cattle and sheep leisurely, as if you have broken into an oil painting world. Cool Stream: Step barefoot into the gurgling stream and feel the refreshing coolness of the northern Tianshan Mountains. 🎪 Kazakh Cultural Experience: Yurt Cuisine: Fragrant milk tea, tender roasted mutton, and hand-grabbed mutton. The grassland flavor on the tip of the tongue is unforgettable. Folk Activities: Horse racing, goat grabbing, and girl chasing. Feel the boldness and enthusiasm of the Kazakh people. Starry Night Talk: If you stay in the scenic area, sit around the yurt at night, listen to the stories of the herdsmen, and look up at the bright Milky Way. 🚗 Useful Guide: Tickets: CNY 45 for adults, discounts for children/seniors/military personnel. Transportation: Take the early bus directly from the People's Park in the city center, or drive for 1.5 hours to enjoy the scenery along the way. Recommended Itinerary: A one-day tour (about 6 hours) allows you to ride horses on the grassland and hike to the waterfall. CNY 158 includes transportation + tickets + tour guide + insurance, which is super cost-effective. Tips: The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, so prepare thick and thin clothes; respect local customs, and don't forget to bring photographic equipment! 📢 Reasons to be tempted: This is a paradise for washing the soul. Whether you are having fun with friends on the grassland or enjoying the natural sounds of nature alone, Xibaiyanggou can make you forget the hustle and bustle and return to your true self. 🌟 Set off immediately and embrace the mountains, rainbows, milk tea, and freedom! 🌟 🌍 When traveling to Xinjiang, I checked in at the Greentree Eastern Hotel (Xintianrun Airport Branch). This is the guide given by the hotel, which is super practical🤩🤩🤩. If you need it, you can save it.

Shagou is a winter wonderland❄️ 🚖Transportation Navigate to Shagou (the main road to the scenic area is closed, it is recommended to take the shuttle bus) 🎫There are no entrance fees for the scenic area, and there are no parking fees for self-driving. 🐎About Horseback Riding Horse riding prices are transparent (60/80/100/120) The main differences are speed, height, and age of the horses‼️If you don't know how to ride, be sure to hire a safety officer. Safety officers are charged by the hour, at the same price as the horses.💰2-3 people can share one. 🕓Horse Riding Duration The duration of the horse riding is up to you; the scenic area does not have a time limit. 2-3 hours round trip can reach the waterfall, 3-4 hours round trip can reach the alpine meadow. ⚠️Tips: 1️⃣Dress warmly before coming for horseback riding. Bring gloves, hats, masks, sunglasses, and scarves🧣, otherwise, your hands will get very cold holding the reins!! 2️⃣Have breakfast/lunch before setting off. You don't need to bring too many things when riding, just some water and a small loaf of bread🍞. 3️⃣Do not stand behind the horse's rear end, do not pass clothes on horseback to prevent startling the horse, and place your feet one-third of the way into the stirrups.✔️ 🔚Take advantage of the snow before it melts and set off now～💓💓 I stayed at the GreenTree Inn on my trip to Xinjiang, and this is the guide they provided. It's super practical🤩🤩🤩. Feel free to save it if you need it.

Transportation Jiangbulake is located in Qitai County, Changji. The round trip takes nearly 3 hours, and you can drive throughout the scenic area. Food ① Be sure to prepare your own (naan, water, watermelon, apricots, grapes, peaches, and other fruits, as well as some snacks you want to eat. Don't bring dry food, you definitely won't want to eat it later). You can eat when you are tired on the road, or stop at a beautiful spot for a picnic. It is highly recommended to stop for a picnic near the creek. The creek water and breeze offer a unique experience. ② There are some restaurants outside the scenic area. You can choose to eat before entering the scenic area or after coming out, depending on personal preference. Opening hours: 9:30-20:00 Scenic area fees: Tickets: 21 yuan/person (students), 43 yuan/person (adults) Shuttle bus: 35 yuan/person Self-driving: 100 yuan (one day), 150 yuan (two days)