Private Xinjiang tours
12-Day Southern Xinjiang Private Tour: 3 Bullet Train Transits & Kuqa Flight with Total Privacy
From Turpan’s Flaming Mountains to the Pamir Plateau, this private rail-and-drive journey combines premium comfort with Xinjiang’s most iconic landscapes and Silk Road heritage.
Why this route works
- Private business van and high-speed rail connections minimize driving time and maximize comfort
- 5-star hotels in Urumqi, Korla, Kuqa, Kashgar, plus top-rated accommodation in Tashkurgan
- Includes Tianchi Lake, Tarim Poplar Forest, Baisha Lake, and the dramatic Panlong Ancient Road
- Full free day in Kashgar’s Old City with access to the Opening Ceremony, Fragrant Concubine Garden, and Id Kah Mosque
- Deep dive into Qiuci culture at Kuqa王府, Great Mosque, and Nang City
Detailed itinerary
Private business van pickup, transfer to 5-star hotel in Urumqi
Business van to Tianchi Lake, return to same 5-star hotel in Urumqi
High-speed rail round trip to Turpan; visit Flaming Mountains, Kumtag Desert, Karez; return to Urumqi 5-star hotel
High-speed rail to Korla, check into 5-star hotel, free evening to explore Peacock River
Business van to Tarim Poplar Forest, overnight at 5-star hotel in Kuqa
Business van to Mystic Canyon and Shaya Poplar Forest, stay at same 5-star hotel in Kuqa
Business van to Kuqa王府, Great Mosque, Nang City, overnight at 5-star hotel in Kuqa
Business van to Kuqa airport, flight to Kashgar, transfer to 5-star hotel
Free day without vehicle; explore Old City, Opening Ceremony, Fragrant Concubine Garden, Id Kah Mosque; stay at 5-star hotel
Business van to Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake, overnight at top-rated hotel in Tashkurgan
Business van via Panlong Road and Bandir Blue Lake (alternate: Golden Grassland & Stone City), return to Kashgar 5-star hotel
Business van transfer to Kashgar airport, end of service
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 transfer services are available in Urumqi, Turpan, Korla, Kuqa and Kashgar.
- High-speed train & bullet train routes: Urumqi ↔ Turpan (bullet train); Urumqi to Korla (high-speed train).
- Flight arrangement: Kuqa to Kashgar.
- Vehicle: Business car for the entire journey.
- Accommodation
- A total of 11 nights' accommodation in total: 3 nights at 5-diamond hotel in Urumqi, 1 night at 5-diamond hotel in Korla, 3 nights at 5-diamond hotel in Kuqa, 3 nights at 5-diamond hotel in Kashgar, 1 night at 4 or 5-diamond hotel in Taxkorgan County.
- Attractions
- Tianchi Lake, Flaming Mountain, Kumtag Desert, Karez Wells, Peacock River, Tarim Populus Euphratica Forest, Mysterious Grand Canyon of Tianshan Mountains, Shaya Populus Euphratica Forest, Kuqa Royal Palace, Kuqa Grand Mosque, Kuqa Nang City, Kashgar Ancient City, Fragrant Concubine Garden, Mosque, Pamir Plateau, White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, Panlong Ancient Road, Bandir Blue Lake, Golden Grass Beach, Stone City.
- Tour Guide
- Professional driver cum tour guide providing dedicated private services.
- Meals
- Daily breakfast provided at hotels.
- Insurance
- Comprehensive travel accident insurance for the whole trip.
Usually excluded
- Transportation: Round-trip international/domestic air tickets.Accommodation: Single room surcharge, personal expenses (laundry, minibar).Scenic Spots: Optional activities and unplanned attractions.Tour Guide Tip: Optional tour guide tip.Meals: Lunches and dinners during the itinerary.Insurance: Additional personal insurance.
- 住宿：单人房附加费、个人费用（洗衣、小酒吧）。
- 景点：可选活动、非计划内景点。
- 导游小费：导游小费（可选）。
- 餐食：行程中的午餐和晚餐。
- 保险：附加个人保险。