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See UNESCO sites, historic landmarks and cultural gems with expert guidance.
Xinjiang North Loop Tour
Xinjiang's mountains, lakes and Silk Road towns, guided throughout.
Starting from
$2,000/person
Xinjiang's Natural Beauty
The North Loop takes in Xinjiang's mountains, lakes, canyons and desert, for travelers who want big landscapes and real cultural insight.
You'll travel by private vehicle between hidden valleys, minority villages and national parks, with scenic stops and photography spots chosen by guides who know the route.
9 days, 9 nights
Go deep on history and culture
Group departures
Minimum 20 travelers
All-inclusive
Meals, transport and accommodation included
Professional guide
English and Chinese as standard
SIM card
eSIM or physical SIM, unrestricted
This is a standard package, but every tour can be tailored. Contact our experts to explore the options.
Tour Highlights
Heavenly Lake
See Tianshan Tianchi's alpine water and cliffs.
Hemu & Kanas
Experience Tuva culture, birch forests and the Kanas bays.
Canyon Landscapes
Explore Wucai Beach, Urho Ghost City and Dushanzi Canyon.
Who Should Join?
Families & Individuals
Share hands-on cultural experiences in China, together.
Outdoor Explorers
Explore China’s landscapes on foot and in the open.
Curious Students
Join hands-on activities and get to know China’s local traditions.
Example Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Urumqi
Airport Pickup & Welcome — Meet your local staff for coordinated transferHotel Check-In — Settle into your Urumqi hotel and rest
Day 2: Tianshan Heavenly Lake Adventure
Visit Tianshan Tianchi (Heavenly Lake) — Explore alpine lake views via scenic shuttleShimen Line Gorge Walk — See dramatic cliffs, river surges & classic Tianchi landscapesCross Gurbantunggut Desert Corridor — Car viewing of yellow sheep, wild horses & desert sceneryEvening Arrival in Beitun — Check into hotel and relax
Day 3: Hemu Village Discovery
Hemu Viewing Platform — Photograph birch forests, rising smoke belts & vast mountain viewsExplore Hemu Village — Wander Tuva cabins, quiet yards & riverside wooden bridgesLeisure Walks in Birch Forest — Capture pastoral landscapes ideal for photography
Day 4: Kanas National Park
Shuttle into Kanas Scenic Area — Travel through winding mountain roads with scenic stopsVisit Fairy Bay, Moon Bay & Wolong Bay — Scenic views of turquoise water and iconic river bendsKanas Lake Boardwalk Walk — Stroll among spruce forests and lakeside trailsClimb Guanyutai (Fish-Viewing Pavilion) — Enjoy panoramic Kanas Lake views
Day 5: Wucai Beach & Ghost City
Five-Colored Beach Visit — Explore vibrant riverbank rock formations along the Irtysh RiverTour Urho Devil City — Ride the scenic train through Yadan landforms shaped by wind erosionOptional Cultural & Desert Experiences — Camel riding or desert-style costume photographyTransfer to Kelamayi — Evening hotel check-in
Day 6: Sayram Lake Circuit
Sai Limu Lake Loop Drive — Enjoy multiple lakeside stops on an 80-km scenic routePhotography at Genghis Khan Platform — Capture sweeping alpine lake panoramasWildflower Meadow Stops — View seasonal purple, red, and white blossoms along the lakeshoreEvening Arrival in Bole — Rest after a long driving day
Day 7: Dushanzi Grand Canyon
Visit Dushanzi Grand Canyon — See vast cliffs, gullies & glacial erosion landscapesWalk Canyon Viewing Areas — Explore dramatic formations and wide valley panoramasDrive Back to Urumqi — Check into hotel and rest
Day 8: Flaming Mountains, Grape Valley & Kumtag Desert
Kumtag Desert Visit — Enjoy sand sliding, camel rides & desert off-road experiencesExplore Flaming Mountains — View iconic red ridges & the region’s heat-mirage landscapesTour Grape Valley — Taste local fruits, experience Uyghur dance & visit grape trellis gardensReturn to Urumqi — Scenic drive back for evening rest
Day 9: Nanshan Pastureland & Departure
Visit Southern Mountain Pasture (Nanshan Ranch) — Enjoy spruce forests, grasslands & mountain airHike to Shenbulak Waterfall — Follow gentle trails past scattered Kazakh yurtsOptional Horseback Riding — Experience pastoral life in the Tianshan foothillsDeparture Transfer — Private drop-off at airport or railway station
What's Included?
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Transportation
- Tickets
- Bilingual Tour Guide
- eSIM/Physical SIM
Not Included
- Visa Application Services
- International Transportation
- Comprehensive Travel Insurance
- Personal Expenses
- Additional Meals & Drinks
How to Book
1
Talk to Our Experts
Tell us your goals and how you like to travel. We’ll recommend the tour that fits your group.
2
Plan It Together
We shape the itinerary around your purpose, so it supports your goals without the busywork.
3
Travel and Connect
Explore Yunnan’s culture with guides who know it deeply.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What’s the minimum group size? Can I join individually?
A: The standard group tour size is 20 participants, but we welcome solo travelers and smaller groups as well. Final quotes may vary based on your group size. Reach out to discuss your group size and we’ll find the best plan for your tour.
Q: Is the tour available in languages other than English?
A: Our standard tour includes a bilingual guide fluent in both English and Chinese. If your group needs a guide in another language, please contact us.
Q: Are meals included, and what if we have dietary restrictions?
A: Yes, meals are included. If you have any dietary needs, please contact us.
Q: Do I need a visa to join the Yangtze Auto Tour?
A: Depending on your passport, you might be eligible for visa-free entry into China. While formal visa services aren’t part of the package, we’ll do our best to point you in the right direction.
