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Discover 8 days in Xinjiang: Sayram Lake, Tekesi Eight-Diagram City, Kalajun Grassland, Kurdenin, and Nalati with TravelToQin.
Journey through the heart of Xinjiang on an epic eight-day private adventure along the iconic Yili Loop. Circle sapphire lakes, explore bagua-designed towns, ride across alpine grasslands, wander spruce valleys, and cross high-mountain highway tunnels.
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# Day 1
* Arrival in Urumqi
@ Flight to Xinjiang Tianshan Airport. Pick up and drive to Urumqi city hotel. Drop off to hotel. Dinner at a recommended restaurant. Evening self-exploration: Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar and Jingquan Market.
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# Day 2
* Transfer West · Jinghe City
~ Morning
@ Breakfast and check out. 2.5-hour drive toward Kuitun. Optional: Duzishan Canyon detour (50 min drive) — a dramatic red-rock canyon with layered geological formations.
~ Afternoon
@ Lunch and rest. 2-hour drive to Jinghe City, near Sailimu Lake.
~ Night
@ Drop off to Jinghe hotel. Dinner at a recommended restaurant.
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# Day 3
* Sayram Lake · Guozigou Bridge
~ Morning
@ Breakfast and check out. 1.5-hour drive to Sayram Lake — one of the highest and largest alpine lakes in Xinjiang, fed by glacial meltwater and ringed by snow-capped peaks.
~ Afternoon
@ Sayram Lake loop (4–6 hours): Qinshui Beach → Dianjiang Platform → West Sea Grassland → Keleyongzhu → S-curve Road → Pine Head viewpoint.
~ Night
@ 2-hour drive to Yining city. Drop off to Tekesi hotel. Dinner at a recommended restaurant.
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# Day 4
* Tekesi Eight-Diagram City · Kalajun Grassland
~ Morning
@ Breakfast and check out. 2-hour drive to Tekesi. Tekesi Eight-Diagram City (Bagua Cheng) — the world's only city laid out in the pattern of a Taoist eight-diagram, with circular streets radiating from a central Tai Chi Altar. Kaicheng Dance ceremony at 10:18 AM.
~ Afternoon
@ Check in to Tekesi hotel. 1-hour drive to Kalajun Grassland — an endless rolling alpine meadow surrounded by Tianshan peaks, renowned for its wildflower blooms.
~ Night
@ 1-hour drive back to Tekesi city. Eight-Diagram Night Show at 8:00 PM (April–October). Drop off to Tekesi hotel. Dinner at a recommended restaurant.
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# Day 5
* Kurdenin Scenic Area
~ Morning
@ Breakfast and check out. 2.5-hour drive to Kurdenin Scenic Area.
~ Afternoon
@ Kurdenin Scenic Area full loop: Ten-Mile Gallery (forested canyon road) → Fengxiang Station → Kafeng Camp → Qimengde Viewing Platform → Ayusai River valley → Cloud Grassland → Exit.
~ Night
@ Drop off to Nalati hotel. Dinner at a recommended restaurant.
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# Day 6
* Nalati Grassland
~ Morning
@ Breakfast. 15-minute drive to Nalati Grassland.
~ Afternoon
@ Nalati Grassland (Sky Grassland): Sky Grassland plateau → River Valley Grassland → Panlong Valley Road → Snow Lotus Valley. Optional: grass skiing, horse riding.
~ Night
@ Drop off to Nalati hotel. Dinner at a recommended restaurant.
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# Day 7
* Return to Urumqi via Tianshan Shengli Tunnel
~ Morning
@ Breakfast and check out. 7-hour drive back to Urumqi via the Tianshan Shengli Tunnel — the world's longest expressway tunnel, cutting through the heart of the Tianshan mountain range.
~ Night
@ Drop off to Urumqi hotel.
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# Day 8
* Farewell
~ Morning
@ Breakfast and check out.
~ Afternoon
@ Drop off to airport.
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A modern international hotel conveniently located near Urumqi Railway Station, ideal for exploring Xinjiang's capital and surrounding attractions.
7 nights at listed hotel with breakfasts;
All entrance fees;
Private transportation with a dedicated vehicle and driver;
Services of an English-speaking guide (6 days);
7/24 online butler service;
Travel insurance.
Small Notice
· Culture & Religion: No pork or alcohol in Muslim areas. Dress modestly — long pants/skirts, no sleeveless tops — when visiting mosques. Ask permission before photographing local people.
· Prohibited Photos: Military sites, checkpoints, government buildings, restricted border areas.
· Climate & Health: Wide daily temperature range; bring sun protection, a jacket and comfortable shoes.
Optional activities (extra fee);
Flight tickets;
Lunches and dinners (restaurants will be recommended);
Personal expenses (e.g. souvenirs, snacks, optional activities);
Gratuities for the driver and guide.
From ￥14000 p/p
Based on a private tour including 4-star hotels for 2 people. Price varies depending on program, travel date, number of people and chosen hotel.
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