Top 7-Day Xinjiang Tour Itineraries — Xinjiang China International Travel Service
Seven days is the ideal duration for visiting Xinjiang, covering key attractions without feeling rushed.Xinjiang China International Travel Service(CITS) Based on years of operational experience, we recommend the following popular 7-day tour itineraries.
Route 1: Classic 7-Day Northern Xinjiang Loop
The Northern Xinjiang Classic Loop is a popular seven-day itinerary that connects the region's most iconic natural attractions.
Itinerary
- Day 1: Depart Urumqi, head to Sayram Lake
- Day 2: Circle Sayram Lake, head to Guozigou
- Day 3: Guozigou Bridge, heading to Nalati Grassland
- Day 4: Explore Nalati Grassland, then head to Bayinbuluke
- Day 5: Sunset at the Nine-Turns Eighteen-Bends of Bayanbulak
- Day 6: Cross the Duku Pass, heading back toward Urumqi.
- Day 7: Arrive in Urumqi. Trip ends.
Route Highlights
- Sayram Lake: The Atlantic's Last Tear — Its Azure Waters Are Absolutely Enchanting
- Nalati Grassland: Sky Pasture, Summer Grazing Ground of the Kazakh Nomads
- Bayinbuluke: Sunset over the Nine-Bend Eighteen-Turns, a paradise for photography enthusiasts
- Duku Highway: One of China's most scenic roads—four seasons in a single day.
Itinerary 2: Seven-Day Tour of the Yili Flower Sea
In 6-7, Yili's lavender and wildflowers are in full bloom, making it the most romantic season in Xinjiang.
Itinerary
- Day 1: Depart Urumqi, head to Sayram Lake
- Day 2: Visit Sayram Lake, then head to the lavender base
- Day 3: Lavender Picking Experience & Trip to Tekes Bagua City
- Day 4: Depart from Tekes to Karajun Grassland
- Day 5: Karajiang Human-Body Grassland to Bayinbuluke
- Day 6: Tour Bayinbuluke, return to Nalati
- Day 7: Depart from Nalati, return to Urumqi
Route Highlights
- Lavender Base: Blooms in 6, featuring a breathtaking sea of purple flowers.
- Kalaqun Grassland: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its graceful, human-like curves.
- Bayinbuluke: Nine-Bend Eighteen-Turn Sunset, Swan Lake Nature Reserve
Route 3: Seven-Day Secret Journey to Altay
Altay Region showcases the finest natural scenery in Xinjiang, perfect for a deep 7-day exploration.
Itinerary
- Day 1: Fly from Urumqi to Altay, then head to Burqin
- Day 2: Sunset at Wucangtan, Burqin
- Day 3: Head to Kanas Lake for a scenic lakeside tour
- Day 4: Kanas Three Bends (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Sleeping Dragon Bay)
- Day 5: Head to Hemu Village, stroll through the birch forest
- Day 6: Morning mist in Hemu, heading to Keketuohai
- Day 7: Keketuohai Geological Park, return to Urumqi
Route Highlights
- Kanas Lake: A mysterious alpine lake with distinct seasonal landscapes
- Hemu Village: One of China's most beautiful villages, where morning mist and cooking smoke create a poetic scene.
- Wucaitan: Where the Danxia landforms meet the Ertix River, painting a vibrant sunset.
- Keketuohai: A World Geological Wonder, the Ertix Grand Canyon
7-Day Trip: Practical Tips
- TransportationWe recommend choosing routes with direct flights within Xinjiang to save time on long-distance driving.
- Travel Season: 6-9, with 6 for flower fields and 9-10 for autumn colors
- Outfit suggestionsXinjiang has a large temperature difference between day and night; bring a jacket even in summer.
- Sun protection prepXinjiang has intense UV radiation. Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat are essential.
Contact Xinjiang National Travel
For more details on our 7-day tour itineraries, please contact:
- Customer Service Hotline:0991-2821531（8:00-24:00）
- Address: Suite 16, Ruida International Building, Tianshan District, Urumqi
