Best Xinjiang Tours 2025/2026: North and South Xinjiang Adventures
What’s your vision for a Xinjiang trip? Diverse ethnic cultures, otherworldly natural landscapes, vibrant bazaars, or time-honored heritage sites from the ancient Silk Road era? Whatever your vision , our thoughtfully designed Xinjiang tours are here to help you experience all the highlights that Xinjiang has to offer.
As the westernmost and largest province in China, Xinjiang is an epic destination known for its vast expanse and extreme diversity. To showcase its best qualities , our experienced operations team has carefully designed many package tours of Xinjiang with well-arranged itineraries, the most important attractions, authentic experiences, the best value, and some of the most professional local English-speaking guides, etc.
Ranging from 1 to 15 days, all these tours can be tailor-made according to your need, interests, and budget.
Based on your preferences, you can choose a northern Xinjiang tour to immerse yourself in the beauty of the grasslands in Ili, pristine Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, and the otherworldly Urho Devil City. Alternatively, you can join a southern Xinjiang tour to experience rich Silk Road and ethnic cultures, admire unique architecture in Kashgar, sip tea in a century-old tea house, or shop for souvenirs in a bustling bazaar.
How to Plan Your Xinjiang Tour?
Top Destinations in Xinjiang?
In southern Xinjiang: Kashgar, Korla, Hotan, Aksu, etc.;
In northern Xinjiang: Urumqi, Turpan, Ili, and Altay ( including Kanas), etc.
Top Things to Do
Sightseeing (Heavenly Lake, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, grasslands in Ili, etc.), hiking, photography, visiting grand bazaars to observe local life, enjoying desert scenery (Yardang landform), tasting delicious food and juicy fruit, exploring ancient towns, ruins, and architecture , etc.
When is the Best Time to Visit Xinjiang?
It depends. Generally, August, September, and October are the best months to visit both southern and northern Xinjiang.
Southern Xinjiang, characterized by its rich ethnic culture and spectacular deserts, is best visited from April to October.
The stunning natural scenery in Northern Xinjiang showcases distinct beauty in different seasons. The wild apricot blossoms in March and April, lush grasslands from May to August, and the golden autumn scenery of Kanas and Hemu Village from September to November will all leave you in awe.
How many days should you spend in Xinjiang?
8-10 days: The ideal duration for an in-depth experience in either northern or southern Xinjiang.
11-14 days: Ideal for visiting iconic destinations in both regions , such as Urumqi, Turpan, Kanas, Kashgar, and Kuqa, etc.
15 days or more: Experience the natural wonders and cultural richness of this land thoroughly, covering off-the-beaten-path destinations like Tarim Poplar Forest, Altai Mountains, etc. Or take a China Silk Road tour that includes Xinjiang and other Silk Road destinations such as Gansu, Qinghai, Ningxia, and Xi’an , etc.
5-7 days: With limited time, we suggest focusing on core attractions in Urumqi, Turpan, and Kashgar.
Our Customers' Favorite Xinjiang Tours
Xinjiang, the largest province in western China, is endowed with various landscapes, including forests, snow-capped peaks, the Gobi desert, lakes, valleys, grasslands, and glaciers. Our Xinjiang travel packages have different lengths of days, covering Southern Xinjiang, Northern Xinjiang, and extended Silk Road tours to Xinjiang. Embark on the most beautiful adventure to discover some of the best natural and historical wonders: Five-color Beach, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kashgar Ancient Town, Jiaohe Ruins, Karamay Ghost City, and more.
Silk Road trip from eastern end to western end, stunning history, culture, landscapes.
Natural wonders in North Xinjiang: Kanas Lake, Karajun Grassland, Yadang landform.
Exotic culture & breathtaking views, ruins of ancient kingdoms, Kashgar Old Town.
Xinjiang in-depth tour, historic & cultural relics, local life, beautiful & wild scenes.
Xinjiang Small Group Tours
From stunning grasslands to desert views and ancient ruins straight out of storybooks, take a small group tour to Xinjiang’s epic landscapes, and more. Get ready to explore Xinjiang’s cultural and natural highlights with local expert guide and some like-minded people.
Our 11-day group tour of Xinjiang focuses on the northern part of Xinjiang, taking you to the Heavenly Lake, Kanas Lake, Yardang landforms, Karez Well, and more
On one week north Xinjiang group tour, explore Hemu Village, Kanas Lake, and Urho Ghost City with endless photo opportunities, and experience the local culture of Tuwa people and Erdaoqiao International Bazaar.
It is the best pick for you to explore the South Xinjiang’s rich cultural heritage and breathtaking natural beauty, from the bustling markets in Kashgar to the White Sand Lake and Karakul Lake.
Best Xinjiang Urumqi Tours & Excursions 2025/2026
We collected the most classic Urumqi Tours and extended Urumqi tours to Kashgar, Turpan, and Dunhuang. Ranging from one day to a week, and including both culture and nature exploration, you can easily find the ideal tour based on your interests.
Xinjiang Regional Museum, local life, and culture in Xinjiang International Bazaar.
Breathtaking Heavenly Lake, Xinjiang Regional Museum, International Bazaar.
Transfer from Urumqi to Turpan, old folk village, iconic architecture and ruins.
Urumqi discovery at a relaxed pace, with beautiful Heavenly Lake and bazaar.
Two Silk Road hubs, stunning culture and nature views, Mogao Grottoes.
Urumqi highlights, Heavenly Lake, mountains & pastures in Southern Pasture.
Heavenly Lake, Kashgar Old Town, local Handicrafts market, iconic architecture.
Urumqi highlights, stunning cultural and natural sites in Turpan.
Top Xinjiang Kashgar Tours and Excursions
Taking the Kashgar tours in Xinjiang, you will get a chance to experience the most authentic Xinjiang minority life and the fascinating Silk Road culture. As a local expert, we will offer you an incredible Xinjing Kashgar holiday with Id Kah Mosque, Kashgar Old Town, Handicrafts Market, Karakuri Lake, Tashkurgan Ruins, and more. All the following tours are customizable to fit your interests, needs, and budgets.
Bustling handicrafts market, local life and dwellings in Kashgar Old Town, Id Kah Mosque
Livestock & handicrafts markets, Kashgar Old Town, Karakuri Lake, Stone City
Karakuri Lake, local market and blocks in Kashgar Old Town, Id Kah Mosque
Natural and cultural highlights in Kashgar, iconic sites in Turpan and Urumqi.
China Silk Road Tours with Xinjiang
Our Xinjiang local experts proudly offer a varied range of Silk Road tours to Xinjiang, to fulfill the particular needs of adventure-seeking guests. Each tour features the most prominent places along the ancient Silk Route, as well as an exclusive collection of intriguing cultural and natural activities such as desert experiences, lost kingdom discovery, minority culture immersion, and culinary tasting journeys.
Two weeks Silk Road adventure with in-depth North Xinjiang overland tour takes you to a paradise-like place, satisfying your imagination for a lifetime adventure about deserts, snowy mountains, plateau lakes, Yardang landforms, ancient city ruins, Mosques…
join this 13 days Xinjiang small group tour at an affordable price to explore the most stunning parts of Xinjiang along the ancient Silk Road. Visit Fuyun, Burqin with Keketuohai, Kansa, Hemu Village, Karamay with Urho Ghost City, Sayram Lake…
This 10-day Silk Road group tour to Lanzhou, Zhangye, Dunhuang and Urumqi in Xinjiang invites you to visit the historic cities along the ancient Silk Road and explore their unique cultures: Buddhist carvings, murals,museums, Islamic temples, and bazaars.
From Xining and Lanzhou, go northwest via Wuwei, Zhangye, Jiayuguan, Dunhuang, Turpan, and eventually to Urumqi, the heart of Xinjiang, to please both your eyes and spirit with the breathtaking scenery.
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