12-Day Xinjiang Private Tour: Urumqi-Kashgar Flight, Luxury RV & 100% VIP Scenic Entry

Duku Highway Golden Forest Curve in Autumn, Xinjiang

Duku Highway Straight Road Snowy Mountains in Summer, Xinjiang

Dushanzi Canyon Grazing Horses Green Meadow in Summer, Xinjiang

Kalajun Grassland Green Hills Snow Mountains in Summer, Xinjiang

Kuerdening Spruce Forest Lush Meadow, Xinjiang

Karakul Lake Karakuli Blue Water Snow, Xinjiang

For those seeking both North & South Xinjiang – RV in Ili with VIP access, one flight to skip long roads, and premium hotels.

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North + South Xinjiang

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Why this route works

Smart North-South combo: RV exploration in Ili, then fly from Yining to Kashgar – skip 2,000km of tiring roads.
VIP vehicle access into Nalati, Kurdning, Karajun, and Sayram Lake – no shuttle bus lines.
Unique RV camping at river valley, grasslands, and Sayram Lake – catch sunset, stars, and sunrise.
Southern Xinjiang classics: Kashgar Old City, Pamir Plateau, White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, Dragon Road.
High-quality hotels in Yining, Kashgar, and Tashkurgan – comfort throughout.

Detailed itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Ürümqi

Private business van pickup and transfer to a 5-star hotel in Ürümqi.

Day 2Ürümqi → Dushanzi Grand Canyon → Duku Highway → Nalati Grassland

RV to Dushanzi Grand Canyon and Duku Highway. VIP access to Nalati River Valley Camp. Sleep in RV with sunset and stargazing.

Day 3Nalati → Xinyuan County → Kurdning

Early sunrise, VIP access to Nalati Sky Grassland. Afternoon VIP entry to Kurdning – overnight in RV at a glamping camp.

Day 4Kurdning → Karajun Grassland

Morning sunrise, RV to Karajun Grassland with VIP direct vehicle access. Overnight in RV at Karajun glamping camp.

Day 5Karajun → Tekes Bagua City → Six-Star Street → Yining

Sunrise at Karajun, visit Falcon Terrace. Drive through Tekes Bagua City, evening at Six-Star Street. Overnight at 5-star hotel in Yining.

Day 6Yining → Guozigou Bridge → Sayram Lake

RV via Guozigou Bridge to Sayram Lake. VIP direct entry, lake circuit, Swan Lake. Overnight at Dianjiangtai RV Camp – sunset and stars.

Day 7Sayram Lake → Ürümqi

Sunrise with golden mountain views. VIP lake circuit including Songshutou, Keleyongzhu, Swan Leshui. Return to Ürümqi for a 5-star hotel.

Day 8Ürümqi → Kashgar by Flight

Private van to Ürümqi airport, flight to Kashgar. Pickup and transfer to a 5-star hotel in Kashgar.

Day 9Kashgar Old City

Private van to Kashgar Old City, opening ceremony, Fragrant Concubine Garden, Id Kah Mosque. Overnight at a 5-star hotel in Kashgar.

Day 10Kashgar → Pamir Plateau → White Sand Lake → Karakul Lake → Tashkurgan

Private van to Pamir Plateau, visit White Sand Lake and Karakul Lake. Overnight at a 4- or 5-star hotel in Tashkurgan.

Day 11Tashkurgan → Dragon Road → Bandir Blue Lake → Kashgar

Private van to Dragon Road and Bandir Blue Lake. If road closed, alternate to Golden Grassland & Stone Fort. Return to Kashgar for a 5-star hotel.

Day 12Free Day & Departure from Kashgar

No vehicle service – free day in Kashgar. Private van transfer to airport per flight schedule. End of trip.

Pricing logic

The final quote depends on travel dates, group size, domestic flights, hotel level, vehicle type and route feasibility. The sales team will confirm all inclusions before payment.

Usually included

Transportation
Exclusive 24-hour airport & railway station pick-up and drop-off services in Urumqi and Kashgar are included. One domestic flight within Xinjiang (Urumqi to Kashgar) is covered. Recreational vehicles (RVs) will be used for the Ili leg, and business vehicles for the Kashgar leg.
Accommodation
11 nights’ accommodation in total, consisting of: 2 nights at a 5-diamond hotel in Urumqi, 1 night at a 5-diamond hotel in Yining City, 2 nights at a 5-diamond hotel in Kashgar, 1 night at a 4 or 5-diamond hotel in Tashkurgan County, plus 4 nights of RV camping at four sites: Narat Valley Grassland Campsite, Kuerdening Luxury Glamping Site, Kalajun Luxury Glamping Site and Sayram Lake Dianjiangtai Campsite.
Scenic Spots
Dushanzi Grand Canyon, Duku Highway, Narat Grassland, Narat Sky Grassland, Kuerdening, Kalajun Grassland, Falcon Platform, Tekes Bagua City, Liuxing Street, Guozigou Bridge, Sayram Lake, Swan Lake, Songshutou, Kelayongzhu, Swan Water Scenic Area, Kashgar Ancient City, Fragrant Concubine Garden, Local Mosque, Pamir Plateau, White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, Panlong Ancient Road, Bandir Blue Lake, Golden Grass Beach, Stone City
Tour Guide
Professional driver-guide providing exclusive private customized service.
Meals
Daily breakfast at hotels is included; a total of 20 lunches and dinners are covered with a dining standard of RMB 50 per person per meal.
Insurance
Comprehensive full-journey travel accident insurance is included.

Usually excluded

Transportation: Round-trip international/domestic air tickets.
Accommodation: Surcharge for single room, personal expenses (laundry service, minibar).
Sightseeing: Optional activities and unplanned scenic spots.
Tour Guide Tip: Voluntary tour guide gratuity.
Insurance: Additional personal insurance.