Tianshan Grassland Expedition | 11-Day Journey

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Tianshan Grassland Expedition

11 days · A journey to shape around your time

A 11-day starting route through Northern Xinjiang. Shape the connections, stays and daily rhythm around your group.

Make this journey your own. We’ll confirm your stays, access and inclusions for your dates before you book.

RV + MPV · may to october

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Less Road. More Xinjiang.

Your journey, in five answers.

Who is this journey for?

Couples, families and friends who want a driver-led RV experience. Discuss passenger seating, beds and camp facilities for your group.

Why is this route different?

A grassland-focused road journey with several camp nights lets the overnight setting become part of the route.

How do we make the most of your time?

TIME AT A GLANCE

Karajun Grassland · Days 6–7

On the road
RV arrival & onward transferDriving hours confirmed for your dates
In the destination
Sunset + a slow morningTime to explore
Overnight
Karajun RV campInside the scenic area

See how these days balance travel and exploring. Timing varies with the season, traffic and opening hours.

Connections on this route
Scenic touring by RVUrumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Grand Bazaar → Urumqi
Make the overnight stop countSayram Lake · Dianjiangtai Camp · Grassland RV camps

This journey follows the scenic roads, with overnight stays that leave time to explore. We’ll confirm daily transfer times for your dates.

Where do you sleep?

  • Sayram Lake · Dianjiangtai Camp
  • Grassland RV camps
  • Tangbala lodge
  • Yining & Urumqi hotels

Your proposal will name your hotel or camp and outline its facilities.

What does a day actually feel like?

Day 6 Yining → Karajun Grassland

RV to Karajun Grassland (approx. 4 hrs). planned access into the park. Camp inside the park and enjoy spectacular sunset. Overnight RV camping.

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Your route, day by day

Tap a day for the details. Hotels, access and inclusions are confirmed for your dates.

Day 1Arrive in Urumqi

Private van pickup. Check into a 5‑star hotel in Urumqi.

Day 2Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Grand Bazaar → Urumqi

Private van to Tianshan Tianchi. Evening return to Grand Bazaar for local food. Stay at a 5‑star hotel in Urumqi.

Day 3Urumqi → Kumtag Desert → Tuyugou Valley → Grape Valley → Urumqi

Private van to Turpan. VIP access to Kumtag Desert. Visit Tuyugou Grand Canyon and Grape Valley. Return to Urumqi 5‑star hotel.

Day 4Urumqi → Sayram Lake

RV to Sayram Lake. VIP access – drive directly inside. Full lake tour (East Gate → Moon Bay → Santai Grassland → Qinshui Beach → Dianjiangtai). Overnight RV camp at Dianjiangtai (or drive to Qinshui Beach for sunset).

Day 5Sayram Lake → Guozigou Bridge → Yining

Sunrise at Dianjiangtai. Continue lake tour (Swan Paradise → West Sea Grassland → Kele Yongzhu → Jinhua Zihui → Songshutou). Hike Songshutou for panoramic views of the lake and Guozigou Bridge. Pass Guozigou Bridge & cliff viewpoint. Drive to Yining, check into 5‑star hotel.

Day 6Yining → Karajun Grassland

RV to Karajun Grassland (approx. 4 hrs). VIP access into the park. Camp inside the park and enjoy spectacular sunset. Overnight RV camping.

Day 7Karajun → Kuerdunin

Sleep in at Karajun, outdoor breakfast. Leave by noon. Approx. 3 hrs drive. Arrive Kuerdunin around 4pm. VIP access – drive RV inside. Off‑peak visit, enjoy grassland sunset. Overnight RV camping.

Day 8Kuerdunin → Xinyuan County → Nalati

Morning sunrise at Kuerdunin. Leave by noon. 1.5 hrs drive to Xinyuan County for local lunch and RV supplies. VIP access into Nalati Grassland. Visit Sky Meadow & River Valley Meadow. Unlimited time for activities. Overnight RV camping.

Day 9Nalati → Tangbala Grassland

Optional sunrise at Nalati. Deep exploration after sunrise, leave before 11am to Nalati Town for supplies. 2.5 hrs drive to Tangbala Grassland. Choose a scenic spot for camping. Free exploration. Stay at Tangbala glamping lodge.

Day 10Tangbala → Qiao’erma → Duku Highway → Dushanzi Grand Canyon → Urumqi

Depart Tangbala at 10am, pass Qiao’erma and enter Duku Highway (RV restroom available during traffic). Drive the full Duku Highway section, visit Dushanzi Grand Canyon. Return to Urumqi 5‑star hotel.

Day 11Urumqi Airport Drop‑off

Private van transfer to airport according to flight schedule.

Get to know your journey.

A route around your time

Tell us about your Xinjiang trip.

Your dates. Your companions. The places you want to stay. We’ll suggest how to connect them.

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