Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region in northwestern China is the largest province of China as well as the No. 1 province of China which has the richest travel resources. And fortunately, compared to many other travel destinations in China, Xinjiang still remains its wilderness and mysteriousness with fewer crowds. As the most important part of ancient Silk Road, Xinjiang used to be a trading center of Middle Asia. There are many old towns, bazaars and historical sites inherited from thousands of years ago, which offers you an unforgettable authentic Silk Road experience. Thanking the spectacular geography condition, Xinjiang also pleases travelers with extraordinary natural beauty, such as the stunning plateau lakes, vast grasslands, golden desert, dominating snow peaks, magnificent canyons, etc. At the same time, Xinjiang is fast developing. Old-time tradition has been preserved well while the more-and-more new facilities are helping travelers explore the vast Xinjiang with comfort and convenience.
How to plan your Xinjiang tour? The first advice – traveling with a tour package instead of arranging everything on your own in such a vast land lacks updated travel guide information. For itinerary planning - Generally speaking, Kashgar, Turpan and Urumqi are the best options for the first-timers, needing about 6~8 days to travel in a tour. They provide you with Silk Road history and culture as well as Xinjiang featured scenery – beautiful lakes, gorges, mountains, etc. Kanas, with tranquil lakes and bays, primitive villages and ethnic culture, are strongly recommended too. A trip to Kanas usually takes about 4~7 days. If you prefer natural landscapes, western Xinjiang offers you superb grassland, alpine lakes, wild flowers. Recommended places include Sayram Lake, Karajun Grassland, Naraty Grassland, etc. The southern Xinjiang has many hidden gems for an in-depth adventure, such as historical Silk Road cities, Takilamakan Desert, Hotan, Kuqa, etc. Such a trip usually costs over 10 days, but it is definitely worth your time and effort.
China Discovery has rich experience in providing reliable and valuable tour holidays to Xinjiang. We have obtained 1,800+ good reviews on Tripadvisor and 3,580+ favorable customer reviews so that you can 100% rely on our tour services. To help you create wonderful moments in Xinjiang, we have designed many excellent Xinjiang tour packages for you to choose. They are all private tours, covering your own tour guide, driver, transfer, hotels, meals, activities, etc. If you have your own ideas, we can also tailor a tour according to your schedule, interests, budget and requirements. Some useful travel articles and guides are provided to help you know further about Xinjiang. Go with China Discovery to explore Xinjiang now!
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Trip at a Glance: Urumqi (2D), Turpan (1D), Kashgar (2D), Tashkurgan (1D)
Sites: Heavenly Lake, Xinjiang Regional Museum, Flaming Mountain Canyon, Kashgar Bazaar, Kashgar Old Town, Tashkurgan Fort
Transfer: Private Car & Flight
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Trip at a Glance: Urumqi (3D), Wuerhe (1D), Kanas (1D), Hemu (1D), Burqin (1D), Turpan (1D)
Sites: Kanas Nature Reserve, Hemu Village, Dushanzi Grand Canyon, Wuerhe Ghost City, Jiaohe Ancient City
Transfer: Private Car
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Trip at a Glance: Urumqi (2D), Turpan (1D), Kashgar (2D)
Sites: Heavenly Lake, Xinjiang Regional Museum, Jiaohe Ancient City, Karakul Lake, Kashgar Old Town
Transfer: Private Car & Flight
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Trip at a Glance: Urumqi (2D), Turpan (1D), Korla (1D), Kuqa (2D), Minfeng (1D), Hotan (1D), Kashgar (3D), Tashkurgan (1D)
Sites: Takilamakan Desert, Karakul Lake, Id Kah Mosque, Kashgar Old Town, Tianshan Mysterious Canyon, Kizil Grottoes...
Transfer: Private Car & Flight
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Trip at a Glance: Urumqi (2D), Kashgar (2D), Tashkurgan (1D)
Sites: Xinjiang Regional Museum, Heavenly Lake, Karakul Lake, Kashgar Bazaar, Tashkurgan Fort
Transfer: Private Car & Flight
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Trip at a Glance: Urumqi (1D), Burqin (1D), Kanas (3D), Karamy (1D), Sayram Lake (1D), Tekes (2D), Kuitun (1D)
Sites: Kanas Nature Reserve, Sayram Lake, Karajun Grassland, Dushanzi Grand Canyon, Wuerge Ghost City, Rainbow Beach
Transfer: Private Car
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Trip at a Glance: Urumqi (4D), Turpan (2D)
Sites: Kumtag Desert, Southern Pasture, Heavenly Lake, Flaming Mountain Ganyon, Jiaohe Ancient City
Transfer: Private Car
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Trip at a Glance: Lanzhou (1D), Zhangye (1D), Jiayuguan (1D), Dunhuang (2D), Turpan (2D), Urumqi (2D), Kashgar (1D)
Sites: Zhangye Danxia, Jiayuguan, Mogao Grottoes, Flaming Mountain, Heavenly Lake, Kashgar Bazaar, Kashgar Old City
Transfer: Private Car & High Speed Train & Flight
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Trip at a Glance: Kashgar (3N), Hotan (1N), Ala'er(1N), Kucha(2N), Urumqi (1N)
Sites: Taklamakan Desert, Kashgar Old City, Karakul Lake, Hotan Museum, Tianshan Mysterious Canyon
Transfer: Private Car & Flight
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Trip at a Glance: Urumqi (3N), Turpan (1N), Sayram Lake (1N), Xinyuan (2N), Yining (1N), Kuitun (1N)
Sites: Heavenly Lake, Tuyuk Valley, Sayram Lake, Naraty Grassland, Apricot Valley, Dushanzi Grand Canyon
Transfer: Private Car
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Trip at a Glance: Urumqi (2N), Wu'erhe (1N), Kanas (1N), Hemu (1N), Burqin (1N)
Sites: Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Wu'erhe Ghost City, Dushanzi Grand Canyon
Transfer: Private Car
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Trip at a Glance: Urumqi (3N)
Sites: Heavenly Lake, Southern Pasture, Xinjiang Regional Museum
Transfer: Private Car
View DetailsXinjiang could be a perfect extension of any China trip especially for trips to those destinations along the ancient Silk Road and neighboring provinces, such as the colorful Gansu, beautiful Qinghai, holy land Tibet, unique Ningxia, historical Xian, etc. If you want, you can even travel Xinjiang with Beijing’ s Great Wall, Shanghai’s modern city and watertown, Guilin’s Karst mountains, Chengdu’s Giant Panda, Zhangjiajie’s Avatar world and other popular destinations in China with our tailor-made tour packages. Below are some recommended tour packages for you to choose from. You are always welcomed to contact us to tailor a trip of your own. Start now!
As the largest province in China, Xinjiang never fails to provide wonderful places to visit. No matter you are seeking for a cultural experience or a natural satisfaction, you can always find a place to go. The most classic and widely visited destinations are the capital Urumqi, cultural Kashgar and historical Turpan. It is suggested to visit at least two of them in your Xinjiang trip. The alluring Heavenly Lake is located close to Urumqi too. Kanas in northern Xinjiang is also very recommended especially for those who love landscape photography. After visiting Kanas, you can extend your nature trip to Karamay, Sayram Lake, Ili, etc. The southern Xinjiang area is full of cultural experiences especially Silk Road culture. Popular destinations are Kuqa, Taklimakan Desert, Hotan, etc. We have great tours to all above recommended destinations. Browse below tour collections to find your favorite package. You can also ask us to tailor a tour of your own if you want.
Highlights: Karakul Lake, White Sand Lake, Id Kah Mosque, Kashgar Old Town, Kashgar Bazaar, Ancient Tea House
Discover the very essence of Kashgar, such as the Kashgar Bazaar, Old Town, Id Kah Mosque, but also enjoy a land adventure on Pamirs Plateau to encounter with the Karakul Lake and Muztagh Ata.
Highlights: Tashkurgan Fort (Stone City), Karakul Lake, Golden Grassland, Kashgar Bazaar, Kashgar Old Town, Muztagh Ata, Id Kah Mosque
This legendary Pamirs Tour combines the Silk Road culture with Pamirs adventure perfectly. It is all-inclusive private tour package that is strongly recommended for those who are seeking for authentic culture and wild landscape.
Highlights: Heaven lake, Bezeklik Caves, Kashgar Bazaar, Kashgar Old Town, Karakul Lake, Tashkurgan Fort, Golden Grassland, Muztagh Ata
This is the most classic and enjoyable Xinjiang tour on which you will visit the Golden Triangle - Urumqi, Kashgar and Turpan to get the best Silk Road exploration and Xinjiang's best culture and nature.
Highlights: Kashgar Old Town, Kashgar Bazaar, Heavenly Lake, Karakul Lake, Tashkurgan Fort, Xinjiang Regional Museum, Id Kah Mosque
Urumqi and Kashgar are the two Must-go destinations for all the first-timers. They are the very essence of Xinjiang, no matter you are seeking for Silk Road history, authentic local culture, or marvelous scenery.
To help you plan your lifetime Xinjiang trip, we have put together the essential Xinjiang travel guide and some useful tips from insiders for you. You can find the places you are interested in on our map, learn about attractions, transportation, weather, accommodation, itinerary planning and other helpful advices in our informative articles. If you have any other travel idea or questions, please feel free to contact us . We are always glad to help.
If you're looking for a unique and unforgettable travel experience, look no further than Xinjiang. China Discovery offers a wide variety of tour packages to help you discover everything this stunning region has to offer. From ancient Silk Road wonders to unbelivable natural wonders and Uyghur music and dance performances, Xinjiang has something for everyone. Read the collection of Xinjiang travel stories shared by our past guests to get an inside look at what makes it so special. These firsthand accounts will give you a glimpse into the beauty of Xinjiang that await you in Xinjiang. So why wait? Start planning your Xinjiang adventure today! Or get more inspirations of your China tour from all travel stories>
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