14D Xinjiang Ultimate Tour: Kashgar, Pamir, Kanas, Ili RV & Dual Inter-Region Flights via VIP

Duku Highway Straight Road Snowy Mountains in Summer, Xinjiang

Dushanzi Canyon Intricate Erosion Patterns Mist, Xinjiang

Hemu Village River Turquoise Water Forest, Xinjiang

Kalajun Grassland Rolling Hills Snow Peaks in Summer, Xinjiang

Nalati Grassland Green Meadow Snow Mountains in Summer, Xinjiang

Nalati Grassland glowing yurt beneath the starry night sky, Xinjiang

Sayram Lake Sailing Boat Adventure in Summer, Xinjiang

Karakul Lake Muztagh Ata Reflection in Autumn, Xinjiang

RV adventure on Duku Highway and Sayram Lake, plus three flights – perfect for those seeking freedom and full coverage.

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North + South Xinjiang

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Why this route works

RV experience on Duku Highway, Nalati and Sayram Lake – enjoy sunset, stargazing and campsite stays
Full North-South coverage: Duku Highway, Nalati, Sayram Lake, Kanas, Hemu, Pamir Plateau
Three internal flights (Yining→Altay→Kashgar) to eliminate long driving days
VIP access to Nalati Grassland and Sayram Lake loop
Unique stays: RV camps at Nalati and Sayram Lake, wooden cabins in Kanas and Hemu, 4-star city hotels

Detailed itinerary

Day 1Arrive Urumqi

Private business vehicle pickup, check into a 4-star hotel in Urumqi.

Day 2Urumqi→Dushanzi Grand Canyon→Duku Highway→Nalati

RV departure: Dushanzi Grand Canyon, scenic drive along Duku Highway, then VIP entry to Nalati Grassland for sunset and stargazing. Stay at Nalati RV Camp.

Day 3Nalati→Sky Meadow→Valley Meadow→Yining

RV morning: VIP access to Nalati Grassland (Sky Meadow, Valley Meadow). Afternoon drive to Yining, check into a 4-star hotel.

Day 4Yining→Sayram Lake

RV direct to Sayram Lake: VIP lakeside route, stop at Swan Lake, enjoy sunset and stargazing. Overnight at Sayram Lake RV Camp.

Day 5Sayram Lake→Songshutou→Kele Yongzhu→Swan Paradise→Guozigou Bridge→Kazanqi Village→Yining

RV morning: golden mountain sunrise, continue VIP lakeside tour to Songshutou, Kele Yongzhu and Swan Paradise. Afternoon via Guozigou Bridge to Kazanqi Village for Uyghur courtyard visit. Stay at a 4-star hotel in Yining.

Day 6Yining→Altay (flight)

Private business vehicle to Yining airport for direct flight to Altay. Upon arrival, private pickup and check into a 4-star hotel in Altay.

Day 7Altay→Kanas

Private vehicle to Kanas. Deep tour: Tuva family visit, Kanas Lake, and a slow walk along Three Bays (Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, Wolong Bay). Stay in a signature wooden cabin in Kanas.

Day 8Kanas→Hemu

Free morning inside Kanas (no vehicle included). Afternoon private vehicle to Hemu: Hemu Viewing Platform and Hemu Bridge. Overnight in a wooden cabin, enjoy the Milky Way.

Day 9Hemu→Altay

Early morning mist and sunrise at Hemu Viewing Platform. Afternoon private vehicle back to Altay for a 4-star hotel.

Day 10Altay→Kashgar (flight)

Private vehicle to Altay airport for direct flight to Kashgar. Upon arrival, private pickup and check into a 4-star hotel in Kashgar.

Day 11Kashgar Old City→Id Kah Mosque→Fragrant Concubine Park→Century-old Teahouse

Private vehicle day tour: Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Fragrant Concubine Park, and the century-old teahouse. Stay another night at the same 4-star hotel.

Day 12Kashgar→Pamir Plateau→Muztagh Ata (distant)→Karakul Lake→Baisha Lake→Tashkurgan

Private vehicle to the Pamir Plateau: distant view of Muztagh Ata glacier, then Karakul Lake and Baisha Lake. Check into a 4-star hotel in Tashkurgan.

Day 13Tashkurgan→Stone Fort→Golden Grassland→Tajik home visit→Kashgar

Private vehicle to Stone Fort and Golden Grassland, then a Tajik home visit with eagle dance, milk tea and hand-pulled rice. Return to Kashgar for a 4-star hotel.

Day 14Kashgar→airport drop-off

Private business vehicle transfer to Kashgar airport according to your flight. End of services.

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
24-hour exclusive airport & railway station pick-up and drop-off services in Urumqi, Yining, Altay and Kashgar. Flight arrangement: direct flight from Yining to Altay and direct flight from Altay to Kashgar. Vehicle arrangement: RVs for the Urumqi-Ili section; business vans for routes of Altay/Kanas/Hemu and Kashgar/Pamir Plateau.
Accommodation
Total 13 nights’ accommodation for the whole journey:
1 night at 4-diamond hotel in Urumqi,
1 night in RV at Narat Campsite,
2 nights at 4-diamond hotel in Yining,
1 night in RV at Sayram Lake Campsite,
2 nights at 4-diamond hotel in Altay,
1 night at wooden chalet in Kanas,
1 night at wooden chalet in Hemu,
3 nights at 4-diamond hotel in Kashgar,
1 night at 4-diamond hotel in Tashkurgan County.
Sightseeing Spots
Dushanzi Grand Canyon, Duku Highway, Narat Scenic Area (Sky Grassland & River Valley Grassland), Sayram Lake Scenic Area, Swan Lake, Songshutou, Keleyongzhu, Swan Wetland, Guozigou Bridge, Kazanqi Folk Village, Kanas Scenic Area, Kanas Lake, Moon Bay, Fairy Bay, Wolong Bay, Hemu Scenic Area, Hemu Viewing Platform, Hemu Bridge, Kashgar Ancient City, Id Kah Mosque, Fragrant Concubine Garden, Centennial Old Teahouse, Pamir Plateau, Muztagh Ata Peak, Karakul Lake, White Sand Lake, Stone City, Golden Grassland Scenic Area
Tour Guide Service
Professional driver-cum-tour guide offering exclusive private tour service.
Meals
Daily breakfast included at hotels; all lunches and dinners are covered, totaling 23 formal meals with a dining standard of RMB 50 per person per meal.
Insurance
Comprehensive full-journey travel accident insurance.

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.