What to do and see in Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur: The Best Day Trips from

This private 4-day tour will let you explore Kuqa and Kashgar, two old towns in Xinjiang. The attractions include Kizil Grottoes, Tianshan Grand Canyon in Kuqa, Subash Ruin, Kuqa old town, Kashgar old town and Kashgar Bazaar etc. Detailed trip information, please view What To Expect. Here is the briefing. D1. Met in your Urumqi hotel and transferred to Urumqi airport where you will catch 1.5-hour flight to Kuqa. D2. Visit Kizil Grottos and Tianshan Grand Canyon in Kuqa. D3. City tour in Kuqa before catching overnight train to Kashagr. D4. Kashar city tour. The tour concludes at Kashgar hotel. We offer a free Kashgar airport transfer for next day if you need it.

Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Private transportation, Airfare Urumqi/Kuqa(Economy Class), Train ticket Kuqa/Kashgar, Entrance fees, Half twin room for each traveler

Exclusions: Gratuities

Take a three hours ride from Urumqi to Turpan to explore the wonderful basin with well-preserved ancient cities, Karez Irrigation System, Emin Minaret, Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves, and the city ruin of Gaochang! A local Uyghur style lunch is also inclusive. This is a perfect day trip for people who love the history of ancient Silk Road!

Inclusions: Lunch, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities

Kuqa (761km away from Urumqi), used to be Qiuci State in the ancient time, has many Buddhists ruins that are very interesting to explore. This day trip will let you visit Kizil Grottoes and Tianshan Canyon from Kuqa. Please note the departure city is in Kuqa, not from Urumqi.

Inclusions: Lunch, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities

Join us for this great opportunity to experience the well-known Heaven Lake of Tian Shan, or called Tianshan Tianchi Lake in Chinese. You can walk around the lake, take a boat ride or enjoy a 4-hour hike to the bottom of the mountain. Tour guide and lunch included.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off in Urumqi, Lunch, Professional guide, Round-trip private transfer

Exclusions: Gratuities

Explore the highlights of the Silk Road during a 5-night tour one-way from Urumqui to Dunhuang. Travel by train and private vehicle to visit the Gobi desert, Mogao Grottoes, ancient ruins in Turpan, Heavenly Lake (Tianchi), and Crescent Spring and the Singing Sand Dunes. Experience local culture during lunch at a Uighur home and a stop at the night market in Dunhuang. Includes five nights of 5-star accommodation, high-speed train ticket, entrance fees, private guide and vehicle, breakfasts, and one lunch.

Inclusions: 5 nights accommodation (5-star hotel), Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, One-way high-speed train from Turpan to Liuyuan (second class), English speaking guide service with private transfers

Exclusions: Gratuities

Discover the natural beauty of the Tianchi Lake (Heavenly Lake) and explore the famous Erdaoqiao Grand Bazaar from Urumqi on this full-day private tour.As the locals belief:Heavenly Lake is where the immortals have their longevity banquet.Today, you will check out why!The 2-hour ride towards the Heavenly Lake is itself a fabulous sightseeing trip through Mt. Tianshan.You will passes a giant wind-farm, different rivers, and mountain pastures.Your tour will end with a visit to the Erdaoqiao Grand Bazaar where you can purchase your souvenirs. Your tour includes informative commentary from your guide, private vehicle, entrance fee, and a delicious Uyghur lunch near the Erdaoqiao Bazaar.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Lunch, Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Entrance fee

Exclusions: Gratuities

This private day tour gives everybody the opportunity to explore the soul of the Urumqi city.Accompanied by a tour guide,your tour will start with the visit of the Red Hill where you can enjoy the birds view of the Urumqi city.Then you will visit the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region Museum to see archeological treasures from the Silk Road and Xinjiang’s minority cultures.Your tour will end with a visit to the Erdaoqiao Grand Bazaar where you can purchase your souvenirs. A delicious Uyghur lunch near the Erdaoqiao Bazaar is also included.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Lunch, Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Entrance Fee

Exclusions: Gratuities

Enjoy a comfortable private vehicle operated by a courteous friendly driver from your Urumqi city hotel to Turpan and Kum Tag Desert. After your two days self-guided tour finished, you can end your tour in Turpan or been transferred back to your hotel in Urumqi. You will have the maximum freedom to enjoy historical sites at your own pace. Feel free to choose the sites you want to visit in Turpan. The use of the transfer service is 9 hours each day.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip private transfer, 10 hours service each day, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Accommodation

If you have limited time in Urumqi, but want to see some ruins from the ancient Silk Road? This is a perfect day tour for you. Turpan boasts a tangible history as part of the Silk Road that is absolutely fascinating. During this one day tour,  you can chose 2-3 attractions in Turpan, such as Jiaohe Ancient City, Karez Irrigation System, Emin Minaret, Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves, Flame Mountain and more. This private tour includes tasty local lunch, all entrance fee(2 -3 attractions), an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. 

Inclusions: Bottled water, Lunch, Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Entrance fee to 2-3 attractions in Turpan

Exclusions: Gratuities

Experience the best of Turpan on a full-day customized tour from Urumqi. Enjoy round trip ride on the bullet train, a private car and a knowledgeable local guide and customize the tour to your must- see locations. Your personal guide will help you design the perfect itinerary, you can chose 2-3 attractions to visit, such as Jiaohe Ancient City, Gaochang Ancient City, Karez Irrigation System, Emin Minaret, Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves and Flame Mountain. The tour includes tasty local lunch, all entrance fee(2-3 attractions), Urumqi to Turpan round trip train tickets, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Lunch in the local restaurant, Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off (for hotels in Urumqi city), Private tour, Lunch, Entrance Fee to 2-3 attractions

Exclusions: Gratuities