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　　Introduction to Urumqi

　　Urumqi is located in the northwest of China, in the middle of Xinjiang, and in the hinterland of the Eurasian continent. It lies at the northern foothills of the Northern Tianshan Mountains and in the south of the Junggar Basin. It borders Turpan in the east, Changji in the west, and the Nanshan mining area in the south, with the projecting part turning southeast and connecting with Tuksun County along the Unurok-Ala Gully to the east.

　　[Recommended Local Cuisine]

　　When you come to Xinjiang, you must taste the local cuisine.

　　1. Milaji: A restaurant with ethnic characteristics. Recommended dishes include noodles with sauce, pilaf, roast meat, thin-skinned buns, and meat nang. The average cost is about 150 yuan per person.

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

　　2. Father of Apple: A Kazakh music restaurant serving dishes like horse sausage, dried beef, Russian flower basket buns, and Uzbek pilaf. The average cost is about 130 yuan per person.

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

　　3. Xiaogaozi (Nanhu Branch): The dishes are somewhat special, different from other places’ large trays of mutton and chicken. The portions here are quite suitable for tourists’ appetites. Pepper and Mala Chicken is a must-order. Specialties: Pepper and Mala Chicken, Lamb Chops, Yogurt, Tofu Bowl, Roasted Lamb Chops, Large Tray of Fish.

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

　　4. Xiaolizi’s Large Tray of Chicken at Blood Station: An old and renowned restaurant in Urumqi with many diners every day. The large tray of chicken is generous in portion and tastes delicious.

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

　　6. No. 17 Pilaf King: A time-honored brand, the meat 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 enticing golden color, with a dense layer of white sesame seeds on the crust. When you bite into it, the aroma of wheat and sesame fills your mouth, leaving a lasting impression. Generally, it can be kept for a week without issues.

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

　　When you come to Xinjiang, you must experience the magnificent landscapes of Xinjiang. As the saying goes, ‘You won’t know how vast China is until you visit 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, at the northern foothills of the Northern Tianshan Mountains and Karawul Mountain. Nanshan Pasture is 75 kilometers away from the urban area, located in the transition 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 area, national forest park, national sports and leisure base, an autonomous region training base for national fitness and outward bound, an autonomous region hiking base, and an autonomous region training base for national fitness and mountain climbing.

　　One-Day Tour of Tianshan Tianchi

　　Tianshan Tianchi is a World Natural Heritage site, a national AAAAA-level tourist attraction, a national geological park, a national key scenic area, 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 Hejing, Heshuo, Yuli, and Ruoqiang counties of Bayingol Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture to the west and south. It borders Urumqi City and the counties of Qitai, Jimusal, and Mulei of Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture to the north, separated by the Tianshan Mountains.

　　[Recommended Travel Routes] —— Nearby Long Routes Recommendation

　　High-quality, purely for leisure, no optional activities arrangements, no shopping, a best-selling product of the season

　　In-depth Five-Day Tour of Ili, Xinjiang

　　1. Attractions: It includes all essential attractions, taking you on an in-depth tour of the entire Ili scenery (Sayram Lake, Lavender Base, Karajun, Kuerdining, Nalati Aerial Grassland and Valley Grassland, Bayinbuluke Grassland);

　　2. Meals: Throughout the journey, we refuse to serve 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, combined with Xinjiang-style cuisine, are what make it special! During the trip, you will taste: whole roast sheep, special mutton soup with rice, Xinjiang-style noodles, pilaf, special meatball soup, grilled mutton skewers, etc.;

　　3. Accommodation: After early-stage field research, we have carefully selected accommodations for 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 areas scattered. Based on providing tourists with the best travel comfort, we try our best to ensure a leisurely pace, giving you ample time to appreciate the different charms of the four major grasslands in Ili;

　　5. Shopping and Optional Activities: Purely for leisure, no optional activities fees, 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. Complimentary Gifts: 1) 2 bottles of mineral water per person per day;

　　2) Xinjiang-style whole roasted sheep is provided.

　　3) In-car WIFI is available throughout the trip.

　　4) Each person will receive a gift of an Xinjiang Edelweiss scarf;

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

　　Suitable for: Tourists who are tired of the cursory "I’ve been here" style of tourism and want to obtain quality service and deeply explore the scenery of Xinjiang at an affordable price.

　　D1 Urumqi – Sayram Lake: Sayram Lake

　　D2 Sayram Lake – Tekes: Fruit Valley, Lavender Fields, Karajun

　　D3 Tekes – Kuerdining – Nalati: Kuerdining

　　D4 Nalati Grassland – Bayinbuluke: Nalati (Aerial View, Valley) Bayinbuluke Grassland

　　D5 Bayinbuluke – Urumqi: Traveling along National Highway 218 via Hougou, Toksun, Dabancheng, Salt Lake, and Wind Power Station back to Urumqi

　　In-depth Six-Day Tour of Kanas

　　1. Attractions: It includes the essential attractions along the way to Kanas and within the scenic area, taking you on an in-depth tour of Kanas scenery (Keketohai, Kekesuli, Birch Forest, Colorful Beach, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Fish Viewing Terrace, Ghost City);

　　2. Meals: We refuse to serve low-quality group meals costing 15-20 yuan per person with eight dishes and a soup. High-quality group meals averaging 30 yuan per person, coupled with Xinjiang-style cuisine, are what make our tour special! During the trip, you will taste: whole roasted sheep, Burqin grilled fish, Xinjiang-style noodles, pilaf, specialty meatball soup, grilled mutton skewers, and more.

　　3. Accommodation: After early-stage 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. Arranging accommodations within the scenic area saves you the trouble of traveling 60 kilometers roundtrip by shuttle bus, allowing you more time to fully enjoy the unique scenery of Kanas at night and at dawn;

　　4. Itinerary arrangement: Xinjiang is vast with numerous attractions scattered around. Prioritizing tourists’ optimal comfort, we strive to take it slow, allowing you to fully experience the highlights of the Kanas scenic area!

　　5. Self-paid shopping: No mandatory shopping or self-paid items; if you don’t want to enter a shopping store or participate in an optional activity, you don’t have to.

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

　　2) Xinjiang-style whole roasted sheep is provided.

　　3) In-car WIFI is provided throughout the trip.

　　4) Each person receives a Xinjiang Aidileisi 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 Ghost Town

　　1. Attractions: Including the most distinctive and essential attractions of Xinjiang, this tour takes you on an in-depth exploration of the stunning scenery of Xinjiang (Kanas, Hemu, Fish Viewing Terrace, Colorful Beach, Ghost Town, Tianshan Heavenly Lake, Flaming Mountain Grand Canyon, Karez Well System, Grape Valley).

　　3. Accommodation: After extensive on-site research, we carefully selected two nights of three-star accommodations and two nights of four-star accommodations. Absolutely no standard rooms. On the second day, you will stay in a hotel within the Kanas scenic area, saving you the trouble of a 60km round trip on the shuttle bus and giving you more time to enjoy the unique scenery of Kanas at night and at dawn.

　　4. Itinerary arrangement: Xinjiang is vast with numerous attractions scattered around. Prioritizing tourists’ comfort, we strive to take it slow, allowing you to fully experience the highlights of the Kanas scenic area!

　　5. Self-paid shopping: No mandatory shopping or self-paid items; if you don’t want to enter a shopping store or participate in an optional activity, you don’t have to.

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

　　2) Xinjiang-style whole roasted sheep is provided.

　　3) In-car WIFI is available throughout the trip.

　　4) Each person receives a Xinjiang Aidileisi scarf;

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

　　8-Day In-depth Northern Xinjiang Tour – Yili + Kanas Panorama

　　1. Attractions: Including all the essential attractions, this tour takes you on an in-depth exploration of the stunning scenery of Northern Xinjiang (Colorful Beach, Kanas, Hemu, Fish Viewing Terrace,乌尔禾Ghost Town, Sayram Lake, Nalati Aerial Grassland and Valley Grassland, Bayinbuluke Grassland).

　　3. Accommodation: After extensive on-site research, we carefully selected three-star hotels for the entire trip, with two nights upgraded to four-star accommodations. On the second day, you will stay in a hotel within the Kanas scenic area, saving you the trouble of a 60km round trip on the shuttle bus and giving you ample time to enjoy the unique scenery of Kanas at night and at dawn.

　　4. Itinerary arrangement: Xinjiang is vast with numerous attractions scattered around. Prioritizing tourists’ comfort, we strive to take it slow, allowing you to savor the breathtaking scenery of lakes, snowy mountains, and grasslands in Northern Xinjiang.

　　5. Self-paid shopping: No mandatory shopping or self-paid items; if you don’t want to enter a shopping store or participate in an optional activity, you don’t have to.

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

　　2) Taste Xinjiang specialty roasted whole sheep;

　　3) Car WIFI is arranged;

　　4) Each person receives a Xinjiang Aidileisi scarf;

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

　　Suitable for: Tourists who are tired of the cursory "I’ve been here" style of tourism and want to obtain quality service and deeply explore the scenery of Xinjiang at an affordable price.

　　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 Devil’s City

　　D5: Kuitun – Sayram Lake – Yining Sayram Lake, Guozi Gorge

　　D6: Yining – Nalati Nalati (Aerial View, Valley Grassland)

　　D7: Nalati – Bayinbrook Grassland – Hejing Bayinbrook Grassland

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

　　Recommended Train Routes

　　Routes and Prices of the Xinjiang Scenic Railway

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

　　Route Highlights: Enjoy luxury tourism at the price of an ordinary train. 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: Superior twin rooms throughout the trip

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

　　Itinerary Arrangement:

　　D1: Urumqi → Yining (Sleeper Train, Departure at 8:50 PM)

　　D2: Yining → Nalati → Yining

　　D3: Yining → Sayram Lake → Horgos Port → Yining

　　D4: Yining → Beitun City

　　D5: Beitun City —— Jiadengyu

　　D6: Jiadengyu → Kanas → Beitun → Urumqi (Sleeper Train)

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

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

　　Route Highlights: Enjoy luxury tourism at the price of an ordinary train. 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: Superior twin rooms throughout the trip

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

　　Itinerary Arrangement:

　　D1: Urumqi → Beitun

　　D2: Beitun City → Jiadengyu

　　D3: Jiadengyu → Kanas → Jiadengyu

　　D4: Kanas → Beitun City

　　D5: Beitun City → Yining