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Explore Xinjiang's rich history, diverse cultures, and breathtaking landscapes on this immersive journey:
Kashgar: Discover the ancient Silk Road charm in the labyrinthine Old Town, visit the iconic Id Kah Mosque, and learn about Uighur traditions in artisan workshops.
Sayram Lake: Marvel at turquoise waters framed by the Tian Shan Mountains, followed by multicultural Yining's Six Star Residential Area.
Narat Grassland & Apricot Forest: Ride horses through vast meadows, witness pink apricot blossoms in April, and experience nomadic Kazakh hospitality.
Turpan: Venture into the Karez Underground Irrigation System, explore the Jiaohe Ruins and Sugong Minaret, and delve into Silk Road history at the Turpan Museum.
Urumqi: Visit the Xinjiang Regional Museum and bustling Erdaoqiao Market, then escape to Heavenly Lake (Tianchi) for alpine hikes and Kazakh yurt stays.
1. Kashgar's Cultural Richness
- Old Town: A maze of 2,000-year-old adobe streets, Uighur craftsmanship, and lively tea houses.
- Id Kah Mosque: China's largest mosque, blending Islamic and Central Asian architecture.
- Abakh Khoja Tomb: A 16th-century mausoleum and symbol of Kashgar's Silk Road heritage.
2. Sayram Lake's Alpine Beauty
- Turquoise waters reflecting the Tian Shan Mountains, surrounded by wildflowers and boating opportunities.
3. Narat Grassland & Apricot Blossoms
- Vast Kazakh grasslands, nomadic yurts, and the world's largest wild apricot forest (April's pink blooms).
4. Turpan's Historical Gems
- Karez System: Ancient underground irrigation tunnels sustaining oasis life.
- Jiaohe Ruins: A well-preserved earthen city from the Han Dynasty.
- Sugong Minaret: Iconic 44-meter Islamic tower and Turpan's symbol.
5. Urumqi & Heavenly Lake
- Heavenly Lake (Tianchi): A glacier-fed alpine lake with turquoise waters, surrounded by snow-capped Tian Shan peaks.
- Xinjiang Regional Museum: Home to the 3,800-year-old “Loulan Beauty” mummy and Silk Road artifacts.
6. Cultural Immersion
- Interact with Uighur, Kazakh, and Russian communities through food, music, and traditional homestays.
- Taste laghman noodles, kebabs, and Kazakh dairy delicacies.
7. Adventure & Scenery
- Horseback riding in Narat Grassland, boat rides on Sayram Lake, and hiking in Heavenly Lake's pine forests.
Why It Stands Out: This tour combines rugged deserts, snow-capped mountains, ancient civilizations, and vibrant multicultural experiences, offering a microcosm of Xinjiang's unique identity as China's western frontier.
Fly to Kashgar, greeted by a local guide at the airport. Transfer to the Kashgar Global Harbor Hotel for a 2-night stay. Explore Kashgar's Old Town—a maze of adobe streets preserving 2,000-year-old Silk Road charm. Wander through Uighur neighborhoods, watch artisans craft textiles and pottery, and sip brick tea in historic cafés. End with a sunset stroll to the Id Kah Mosque, China's largest mosque, built in 1442, blending Islamic and Central Asian architecture.
Delve deeper into Kashgar's Old Town, a UNESCO-recognized cultural site. Visit the Pottery District, where families have shaped clay for generations, and the Gaotay Old Dwellings, resembling Middle Eastern architecture. Lunch at a local Uighur restaurant serving hearty laghman noodles or kebabs. Explore the Abakh Khoja Tomb, a 16th-century mausoleum housing Islamic relics and the final resting place of a concubine of Emperor Qianlong.
Fly to Bole, then drive to Sayram Lake, a turquoise gem nestled in the Tian Shan Mountains. Rent a boat to admire reflections of snow-capped peaks or hike trails flanked by wildflowers. Continue to Yining, passing the Eli River Gorge with its dramatic rock formations. Check into a boutique hotel in Yining's Six Star Residential Area, a multicultural hub where Uighur, Kazakh, and Russian cultures converge.
Drive to Nalati Grassland, famed for its vast meadows and nomadic Kazakh yurts. Ride horses across rolling hills and visit a Kazakh family for homemade yogurt and storytelling. Next, explore Xinjiang's largest Wild Apricot Forest, ablaze with pink blossoms in April. Stay in a lakeside hotel surrounded by alpine meadows.
Fly to Turpan, the lowest point in China's Turpan Depression. Tour the Karez Underground Irrigation System, a 2,000-year-old marvel sustaining oasis agriculture. Visit the Jiaohe Ruins, a well-preserved earthen city from the Han Dynasty, and climb the Sugong Minaret, a 44-meter tower blending Islamic and Chinese styles.
Discover Gaochang Ancient City, a Silk Road hub with Buddhist temples and frescoes. Explore the Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves, featuring 8th-century murals. Tour the Turpan Museum, showcasing mummies, manuscripts, and artifacts from the region's multicultural past.
Drive to Urumqi and visit the Xinjiang Regional Museum, home to the 3,800-year-old “Loulan Beauty” mummy and Bronze Age artifacts. Stroll the Erdaoqiao Bazaar, sampling nuts, spices, and textiles. Overnight at a modern hotel with city views.
Embark on a full-day excursion to Heavenly Lake (Tianchi), a glacier-fed lake ringed by the Tian Shan Mountains. Hike pine forests, visit Kazakh yurt camps for horseback rides, and lunch on grilled fish. Return to Urumqi with memories of turquoise waters against snow-capped peaks.
Transfer to Urumqi Airport for your flight home, carrying stories of Xinjiang's breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and warm hospitality.
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Private transportation through out the itinerary. Linkedtours will arrange for all travelers to be met on arrival and seen off on departure based on your flight or train info.
Shared accommodations in well located, tourist to superior class hotels include breakfast, service charge and government tax.
All entrance fees(shuttle bus) sightseeing; excursions and activities as per the itinerary.
Domestic flights and 2nd class express train listed in the itinerary.
Private friendly and professional English-Speaking guides (French, Italy, Russian, German can be arranged per your request).
Visa support letter for you to apply Chinese visa easily.
Travel and health insurance when travelling with us.
Complimentary 2 bottles of water each person on daily use.
8, A 24/7 helpline while you are traveling.
International and domestic flights not indicated.
Food, Lunch or dinner not specified
Tips or gratuities for guides and drivers
Personal expenses and the other tours or activities not mentioned
Transportation
We will use business MPV to luxurious coaches and trains.
All the hotels we selected are 4-5 star well-located in the city center with good and proper breakfast for our clients.
Our guides are very friendly, knowledgeable, helpful. And our group tours will be escorted from Linkedtours.
