How much does a group tour from Guizhou to Urumqi, Xinjiang cost？ – Food Recommendations

　　Introduction to Urumqi

　　Urumqi is located in the northwest of China, in the center of Xinjiang, and in the hinterland of the Eurasian continent. It is situated at the northern foot of the Northern Tianshan Mountains and in the southern part of the Junggar Basin. In the east, it borders Turpan City along the line from Chakmak Tag to Daheyan; in the west, it borders Changji City with Toutun River as the boundary; in the south, it borders the Nanshan mining area with Karatag-Kizileyi, and the protruding part turns southeast, connecting with Tuksun County along the line from Wemelok to the east of Alagou.

　　[Recommended Local Cuisine]

　　When you come to Xinjiang, you must taste the special delicacies of Xinjiang.

　　1. Miraji: A restaurant with ethnic characteristics, recommending dishes such as noodles with sauce, pilaf, grilled meat, thin-skinned buns, and meat-filled nang. The per capita consumption is about 150 yuan.

　　Restaurant Address: No. 176, Beixiang Lane, Kelamayi East Street, Shayibake District, Urumqi (opposite Urumqi No. 3 Middle School).

　　2. Father of Apple: A Kazakh music restaurant serving dishes such as horse sausage, dried beef, Russian flower basket buns, and Uzbek pilaf. The per capita consumption is about 130 yuan.

　　Restaurant Address: Inside Wujie Youhuo Plaza, Nanhu East Road No. 340, Shuimogou District (Nanhu East Road No. 334).

　　3. Xiaogaozi (Nanhu Branch): The dishes here are somewhat special, different from other places’ large plates of mutton and chicken. The portion here is quite suitable for tourists’ appetites. Spicy Chicken with Pepper and Sesame is a must-order dish on every table. Specialties: Spicy Chicken with Pepper and Sesame, Lamb Chops, Yogurt, Tofu Bowl, Grilled Lamb Chops, Large Plate Fish.

　　Restaurant Address: No. 117, Nanhu North Road, Shuimogou District.

　　4. Xiaolizi Large Plate Chicken at Blood Station: A time-honored brand in Urumqi with a large number of diners every day. The large plate chicken has a generous portion and a delicious taste.

　　Restaurant Address: No. 2, Xibei Road, No. 17, Shayibake District, Urumqi.

　　6. No. 17 Pilaf King: A time-honored brand, the meat here is much better than that of other places, and it can be eaten with yogurt.

　　Restaurant Address: No. 268, Hetian Street, Shayibake District, Urumqi.

　　7. Abula’s Nang: The freshly baked nang has an attractive golden color, with a dense layer of white sesame seeds on the skin. When you bite into it, the aroma of wheat and sesame fills your mouth, leaving a lingering taste. Generally, it can be stored for a week without any problem.

　　Restaurant Address: No. 104, Xibei Road, Shayibake District, Urumqi.

　　When you come to Xinjiang, you must experience the magnificent rivers and mountains of Xinjiang. As the saying goes, you won’t know how vast China is until you come to Xinjiang.

　　[Recommended Travel Routes] —– Scenic spots around Urumqi

　　One-day tour of Nanshan Pasture

　　Nanshan is located in the vast mountainous area in the south of Urumqi, Xinjiang, and at the northern foot of Kalawucheng Beishan in the Northern Tianshan Mountains. Nanshan Pasture is 75 kilometers away from the urban area, located in the transitional zone between middle mountains and low mountains, with an altitude of 2,252 meters.

　　One-day tour of Tianshan Grand Canyon

　　Tianshan Grand Canyon, a national AAAAA scenic spot, a national forest park, a national sports and leisure base, a training base for the expansion of national fitness in the autonomous region, a hiking base in the autonomous region, and a training base for mountain climbing in the autonomous region for national fitness

　　One-Day Tour of Tianshan Tianchi

　　Tianshan Tianchi, a World Natural Heritage site, a national AAAAA-level tourist attraction, a national geological park, a key national scenic spot, a national civilized scenic tourist area, an international man and biosphere reserve, and a top tourist destination in China

　　One-Day Tour of Turpan

　　Turpan City is located in the central part of Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, bordering Hami City to the east, and adjacent to counties such as Hejing, Heshuo, Yuli, and Ruoqiang in Bayingolin Mongol Autonomous Prefecture to the west and south. It borders Urumqi City and counties such as Qitai, Jimusar, and Mulei in Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture to the north, separated by the Tianshan Mountains.

　　[Recommended Tour Routes] —— Recommended Long-Distance Tours Nearby

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　　In-depth Five-Day Tour of Yili, Xinjiang

　　1. Attractions: Including all the essential attractions, taking you on an in-depth tour of the entire Yili scenery (Sayram Lake, Lavender Field, Karajun, Kurding, Nalati Aerial Grassland and River Valley Grassland, Bayanbulak Grassland);

　　2. Meals: We reject low-quality group meals with eight dishes and one soup costing 15-20 yuan per person. High-quality group meals averaging 30 yuan per person, combined with Xinjiang-style cuisine, are what make it special! During the trip, you will taste: whole roasted sheep, specialty mutton soup with rice, Xinjiang-style noodles, pilaf, specialty meatball soup, roasted mutton skewers, etc.;

　　3. Accommodation: After preliminary field research, we offer carefully selected accommodations including three nights at a three-star hotel and one night at a four-star hotel;

　　4. Itinerary Arrangement: Xinjiang is vast in territory and rich in resources, with scenic spots scattered around. With the best tourist comfort as our starting point, we try to take it slow and give you plenty of time to appreciate the different charms of the four major grasslands in Yili;

　　5. Shopping and Optional Activities: Pure play with no optional expenses. If you don’t want to enter a shopping store, you won’t. If you don’t want to visit a paid attraction, it won’t be recommended;

　　6. Freebies: 1) 2 bottles of mineral water per person per day;

　　2) Xinjiang-style roast whole lamb provided;

　　3) In-vehicle WIFI available throughout the trip;

　　4) A free Xinjiang-style Aidiles flying scarf for each person;

　　5) A packet of Xinjiang-specialty dried fruit is given away every day;

　　Suitable for: Tourists who are tired of cursory "I’ve been here" trips and want to experience in-depth, slow travel of Xinjiang’s scenery at affordable prices with quality service.

　　D1 Urumqi – Sayram Lake: Sayram Lake

　　D2 Sayram Lake – Tekes: Fruit Valley, Lavender Field, Karajun Grassland

　　D3 Tekes – Kurding – Nalati: Kurding

　　D4 Nalati Grassland – Bayanbulak: Nalati (aerial view, river valley) and Bayanbulak Grassland

　　D5 Bayanbulak – Urumqi: Returning to Urumqi via National Highway 218 through Hougou, Toksun, Dabancheng, Salt Lake, and the Wind Power Station

　　In-depth Six-Day Tour of Kanas

　　1. Attractions: Including the essential attractions along the way and within the Kanas scenic area, taking you on an in-depth tour of the scenery of Kanas (Koktokay, Kokesu Lake, Birch Forest, Colorful Beach, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Fish Viewing Platform,魔鬼城(Ghost City, lit.));

　　2. Meals: We refuse low-quality group meals of eight dishes and one soup costing 15-20 yuan per person. High-quality group meals averaging 30 yuan per person, coupled with Xinjiang-style cuisine, are what make it special! During the trip, you will taste: roast whole lamb, Burqin grilled fish, Xinjiang-style noodles, pilaf, specialty meatball soup, grilled lamb skewers, etc.;

　　3. Accommodation: After preliminary field research, we offer carefully selected accommodations including two nights at a three-star hotel, two nights at a quasi-four-star hotel, and one night at a hotel within the Kanas scenic area. By arranging accommodation within the scenic area, you can save the trouble of traveling 60 kilometers back and forth by shuttle bus, allowing you to have more time to fully enjoy the unique scenery of Kanas at night and during dawn.

　　4. Itinerary arrangement: Xinjiang is vast and resource-rich, with scenic spots scattered around. With optimal tourist comfort as our priority, we strive to take it slow and ensure you fully experience the highlights of Kanas Scenic Area!

　　5. Shopping at own expense: Pure play with no hidden fees, no entering shopping stores if you don’t want to, and no promoting optional tours if you are not interested;

　　6. Complimentary Gifts: 1) 2 bottles of mineral water per person per day;

　　2) Xinjiang-style roast whole lamb provided;

　　3) In-vehicle WIFI available throughout the trip;

　　4) Each person receives a Xinjiang Aidilesi scarf;

　　5) A packet of Xinjiang-specialty dried fruit is given away every day;

　　6-Day In-depth Kanas Tour – Heavenly Lake, Turpan + Kanas

　　D1 Urumqi – Koktokay: Koktokay

　　D2 Koktokay – Khabarovsk: Koksu River, Birch Forest Scenic Area

　　D3 Khabarovsk – Hemu: Hemu

　　D4 Hemu – Kanas: Kanas, Fish Viewing Terrace

　　D5 Kanas – Burqin: Colorful Beach

　　D6 Burqin – Urumqi: Urho Magic City

　　1. Attractions: Including the most distinctive highlights of Xinjiang, we will take you on an in-depth tour of the stunning scenery of Xinjiang (Kanas, Hemu, Fish Viewing Terrace, Colorful Beach, Devil’s City, Tianshan Heavenly Lake, Flaming Mountain Grand Canyon, Karez Wells, Grape Valley);

　　3. Accommodation: After thorough on-site research, we have carefully selected accommodations, including two nights in a three-star hotel and two nights in a four-star hotel. Absolutely no ordinary standard rooms. Staying in a hotel inside Kanas Scenic Area on the second day saves you the trouble of traveling 60 kilometers by shuttle bus, giving you more time to enjoy the unique scenery of Kanas at night and at dawn;

　　4. Itinerary arrangement: Xinjiang is vast and resource-rich, with scenic spots scattered around. With tourist comfort as our priority, we strive to take it slow and ensure you fully experience the highlights of Kanas Scenic Area;

　　5. Shopping at own expense: Pure play with no hidden fees, no entering shopping stores if you don’t want to, and no promoting optional tours if you are not interested;

　　6. Complimentary Gifts: 1) 2 bottles of mineral water per person per day;

　　2) Xinjiang-style roast whole lamb provided;

　　3) In-vehicle WIFI available throughout the trip;

　　4) Each person receives a Xinjiang Aidilesi scarf;

　　5) A packet of Xinjiang-specialty dried fruit is given away every day;

　　8-Day In-depth Northern Xinjiang Tour – Yili + Kanas Full Scenic Viewing

　　1. Attractions: Including all the highlights, we will take you on an in-depth tour of the scenery along the northern Xinjiang route (Colorful Beach, Kanas, Hemu, Fish Viewing Terrace, Urho Magic City, Sayram Lake, Nalati Aerial Grassland and Valley Grassland, Bayanbulak Grassland);

　　3. Accommodation: After thorough on-site research, we provide carefully selected three-star hotel accommodations throughout the trip, with two nights upgraded to four-star hotels. Staying in a hotel inside Kanas Scenic Area on the second day saves you the trouble of traveling 60 kilometers by shuttle bus, giving you ample time to enjoy the unique scenery of Kanas at night and at dawn;

　　4. Itinerary arrangement: Xinjiang is vast and resource-rich, with scenic spots scattered around. With tourist comfort as our priority, we strive to take it slow and lead you to savor the breathtaking beauty of northern Xinjiang’s lakes, snow-capped mountains, and grasslands;

　　5. Shopping at own expense: Pure play with no hidden fees, no entering shopping stores if you don’t want to, and no promoting optional tours if you are not interested;

　　6. Complimentary Gifts: 1) 2 bottles of mineral water per person per day;

　　2) Taste Xinjiang-specialty whole roasted sheep;

　　3) Onboard WIFI is arranged;

　　4) Each person receives a Xinjiang Aidilesi scarf;

　　5) A packet of Xinjiang-specialty dried fruit is given away every day;

　　Suitable for: Tourists who are tired of cursory "I’ve been here" trips and want to experience in-depth, slow travel of Xinjiang’s scenery at affordable prices with quality service.

　　D1 Urumqi – Burqin Colorful Beach

　　D2 Burqin – Kanas Lake Kanas, Fish Viewing Terrace

　　D3 Kanas – Hemu – Burqin Hemu

　　D4 Burqin – Kuitun乌尔禾魔鬼城 (Urho Magic City)

　　D5 Kuitun – Sayram Lake – Yining Sayram Lake, Fruit Valley

　　D6 Yining – Nalati Nalati (aerial view, valley grassland)

　　D7 Nalati – Bayanbulak Grassland – Hejing Bayanbulak Grassland

　　Don’t want to travel by car? More transportation options are available for you to choose from.

　　Recommended Train Routes

　　Routes and Prices of the Xinjiang Scenic Railway

　　6 Nights & 7 Days Quality Tour on the Xinjiang Scenic Railway

　　Route Highlights: Enjoy tourist-class treatment at ordinary train prices. The train offers four-person hard sleeper compartments, six-person hard sleeper compartments, etc.

　　Itinerary Highlights:

　　①One-stop service in Kanas and Ili

　　②No forced consumption throughout the trip

　　③Travel agency liability insurance included

　　1. Accommodation: Standard rooms throughout the trip

　　2. Shopping (at one’s own expense): Entirely voluntary, no forced participation for tourists.

　　Itinerary Arrangement:

　　D1: Urumqi → Yining (sleeping car, depart at 8:50 pm)

　　D2: Yining → Nalati → Yining

　　D3: Yining → Sayram Lake → Horgos Port → Yining

　　D4: Yining → Beitun City

　　D5: Beitun City —— Jiadenyu

　　D6: Jiadenyu → Kanas → Beitun → Urumqi (sleeping car)

　　D7: Urumqi Arrive at Urumqi Station at 7:00 am.

　　8 Nights & 9 Days Quality Tour on the Xinjiang Scenic Railway

　　Route Highlights: Enjoy tourist-class treatment at ordinary train prices. The train offers four-person hard sleeper compartments, six-person hard sleeper compartments, etc.

　　Itinerary Highlights:

　　①One-stop service in Kanas and Ili

　　②No forced consumption throughout the trip

　　③Travel agency liability insurance included

　　1. Accommodation: Standard rooms throughout the trip

　　2. Shopping (at one’s own expense): Entirely voluntary, no forced participation for tourists.

　　Itinerary Arrangement:

　　D1: Urumqi → Beitun

　　D2: Beitun City → Jiadenyu

　　D3: Jiadenyu → Kanas → Jiadenyu

　　D4: Kanas → Beitun City

　　D5: Beitun City → Yining