The schedule of the Tianchi tour groups in Xinjiang is usually arranged to depart around 8:00 in the morning and end around 5:00 in the afternoon. Here are the specific itinerary time arrangements:?
Departure Time: Assemble and depart from Urumqi city around 8:00 in the morning, heading to Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area by direct bus or self-driving.?
Arrival Time at the Scenic Area: Arrive at the gate of Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area around 10:30 and enter the park by scanning your ID card.?
Activity Time in the Scenic Area:?
10:40-11:40: Stay at the Folk Customs Park for an hour to learn about the culture and customs of the Kazak people and take photos as souvenirs.?
Around 12:20: Walk for 10 minutes to reach the edge of Tianchi and start free activities to enjoy the lake and mountains.?
Mayashi Mountain Scenic Area: Arrange about 3 hours to take the cable car or hike up the mountain to enjoy the magnificent view of Bogda Peak.?
Lakefront Trail and West Queen Mother Temple: Starting from the edge of Tianchi, walk clockwise for 40 minutes to the West Queen Mother Temple, and you can choose to take a boat back.?
Return Time: Assemble and return to Urumqi city at 17:00 in the afternoon.?
In addition, the schedules of the Tianchi tour groups in Xinjiang may vary slightly depending on the season and package selected, but the general itinerary and departure and return times are similar. The best time to visit is usually from mid-May to mid-October each year, when the climate is suitable and the scenery is the most beautiful.?
The opening hours of Tianshan Tianchi are also different. The peak season (April 1st – October 31st) opening hours are 09:00-19:30, and the off-peak season (November 1st – March 31st) opening hours are 10:00-18:00.?
The above information is for reference only. Specific tour group schedules may vary depending on the travel agency and season. It is recommended to consult the travel agency or check the information on relevant travel platforms in advance.?