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Itinerary Overview Days Destination Main Activities Accommodation Suggestions 👍 Day 1 Urumqi City Tour: Tianshan Tianchi, International Grand Bazaar City Economy Hotel or Guesthouse Day 2 Turpan Flaming Mountains, Karez Irrigation System, Jiaohe Ancient City Turpan Economy Accommodation Day 3 Hami or Korla (optional) Hami City or Korla Bayinbuluke Grassland (adjust based on time and budget) Local Economy Accommodation Day 4 Kanas Lake Head to Kanas to enjoy the lake and mountain scenery Guesthouse near Kanas Day 5 Kanas Tour Lake area, bird watching, hiking Same as above Day 6 Return to Urumqi Return to Urumqi, rest or shopping City Economy Hotel or Guesthouse Day 7 Urumqi City or Surrounding Attractions Shopping, free activities, or museum visits - Detailed Itinerary Suggestions Day 1: Urumqi Tianshan Tianchi: Early morning departure by bus or carpool to Tianchi. Ticket about 100 RMB; park transportation and cable car fees extra. International Grand Bazaar: Evening stroll and try Xinjiang specialties like kebabs and hand-pulled noodles. Accommodation: Choose an economy hotel in the city, about 150-200 RMB/night. Day 2: Turpan Transport: Take train or long-distance bus, about 2-3 hours, ticket price around 50-100 RMB. Attractions: Flaming Mountains: Ticket about 80 RMB Karez Irrigation System: Free or small fee Jiaohe Ancient City: Ticket about 50 RMB Accommodation: Economy hotel in Turpan city, about 150 RMB. Day 3: Hami or Korla Option 1: Hami, experience local culture Option 2: Korla, visit Bayinbuluke Grassland (ticket about 100 RMB) Transport: Long-distance bus or chartered car, budget under 200 RMB. Days 4-5: Kanas Transport: From Urumqi to Kanas by train + bus, or carpool/charter (carpool or shared tickets recommended if budget is tight). Tickets: Kanas Scenic Area ticket about 200 RMB Accommodation: Guesthouse near Kanas, about 200-300 RMB/night. Activities: Hiking around the lake, bird watching, photography. Day 6: Return to Urumqi Transport: Return by train or bus. Rest: Relax in the city, visit People’s Square or Urumqi Museum. Day 7: Urumqi City Shopping: International Grand Bazaar, specialty handicrafts Food: Lamb kebabs, big plate chicken, naan bread, etc. Budget Suggestions Item Estimated Cost (RMB) Transport (train/bus) 1000 Tickets and park transport 500 Accommodation 7 nights x 150 RMB = 1050 Meals 7 days x 50 RMB = 350 Others (shopping, souvenirs, etc.) 500 Total approximately 3400-4000 RMB Remaining funds can be used as backup or for purchasing special souvenirs. Tips Transport: Book train or long-distance bus tickets in advance to avoid price hikes during peak seasons. Accommodation: Choose economy hotels or hostels; early booking offers better deals. Food: Xinjiang cuisine is rich; kebabs, hand-pulled noodles, naan, and lamb skewers are must-tries. Clothing: Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; bring suitable clothing. Safety: Keep an eye on personal belongings in scenic areas and follow local regulations. Wishing you a pleasant trip to Xinjiang!
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Posted: Oct 17, 2025
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