Private Xinjiang tours
Northern Xinjiang Loop: Sayram Lake, Kanas & Hemu 10-Day Private Van VIP Tour
Seamless transfers by private van, high-speed rail and internal flight; VIP access to Sayram Lake and spruce forests; stay in wooden cabins in both Hemu and Kanas to capture the golden hours of northern Xinjiang
Why this route works
- VIP lakeside route at Sayram Lake with skip-the-line access
- High-speed rail from Urumqi to Bole cuts long-distance driving significantly
- Direct flight from Yining to Altay saves nearly 1,000 km of tiring road travel
- Stay in wooden cabins in both Hemu and Kanas for an immersive sunrise and sunset experience
Detailed itinerary
Private business van pick-up at airport; check in to 4-diamond hotel in Urumqi
Business van transfer to high-speed rail station; take high-speed rail to Bole; private van pick-up then proceed to Sayram Lake; VIP lakeside route tour; stay at 4-diamond hotel near east gate of Sayram Lake
Business van departs from Sayram Lake for continued lakeside tour, then heads to Yining city; check in to 4-diamond hotel in Yining
Business van to Kul Durning or Narati scenic area with VIP entry access; enjoy snow-capped spruce forest views; return to Yining and stay at 4-diamond hotel
Free morning in Yining; private van transfer to airport; flight to Altay; private pick-up and check in to 4-diamond hotel in Altay city
Business van departs for Hemu scenic area; check in to traditional wooden cabin in Hemu
Free exploration in Hemu village; business van to Kanas scenic area; visit Kanas Three Bays and Kanas Lake; stay in wooden cabin in Kanas
Free time in Kanas village; business van returns to Altay city; check in to 4-diamond hotel in Altay
Business van departs Altay for a long-distance drive along the northern Silk Road to Urumqi; check in to 4-diamond hotel in Urumqi upon arrival
Private business van transfer to Urumqi airport per flight schedule; 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 and station transfer service: airport pick-up & drop-off in Urumqi City and Yining City, railway station pick-up in Bole City.
- High-speed train segment: Urumqi to Bole City.
- Flight arrangement: Yining to Altay City.
- Vehicle service: Private business car available throughout the whole itinerary.
- Accommodation
- 9 nights accommodation in total:
- 2 nights at a 4-diamond hotel in Urumqi,
- 1 night at a 4-diamond hotel near the East Gate of Sayram Lake,
- 2 nights at a 4-diamond hotel in Yining City,
- 2 nights at a 4-diamond hotel in Altay City,
- 1 night in a wooden chalet in Hemu Village,
- 1 night in a wooden chalet in Kanas.
- Attractions
- Sayram Lake, Kuerdening, Narat Grassland, Hemu Village, Kanas Scenic Area, Three Bays of Kanas, Kanas Lake
- Tour Service
- Professional driver-guide to offer bespoke private tour service.
- Meals
- Daily breakfast included with hotel accommodation.
- Insurance
- Full-coverage comprehensive travel accident insurance for the entire trip.
Usually excluded
- Transportation:
- Round-trip international/domestic airfare.
- Accommodation:
- Single room supplement; personal expenses (e.g., laundry, minibar).
- Attractions:
- Optional activities; attractions not included in the itinerary.
- Guide Tips:
- Gratuities for the guide (optional).
- Meals:
- Lunches and dinners during the tour.
- Insurance:
- Additional personal insurance (supplemental coverage).