Things to Do in Urumqi

Discover Urumqi's nightlife on a guided tour with a local host. Enjoy a Xinjiang-style dinner, explore the city's night scene, and choose between bars, live music venues, and lounges.

This 11-Day Classic Northern Xinjiang Tour includes the natural wonders of Kanas Nature Reserve, a paradise for photography lovers. Enjoy a walking tour in Hemu, known as the most beautiful village in China. If you're a nature lover, the picturesque Sayram Lake is a must-see attraction in Northern Xinjiang. - Private transportation with good AC - 4 star hotel with comfortable room and good location - Bottled water and paper napkins - 7/24 English Service online.

3-hour car ride from Urumqi to Turpan to explore the wonderful old city including Gaochang Ruin, Karez Irrigation System, and Emin Minaret. This is a must-do travel in your life to visit Turpan.

We will take you on a tour of the mysterious and fascinating Xinjiang. You will visit the capital city Urumqi, enjoy the Fantastic landscape in Heavenly Lake, where the thick forest, vast grassland, magnificent snow mountain, experience the unique nomadic culture of local Kazakhs. Explore the historical Turpan, an oasis in the Gobi Desert. You will learn about the ancient Karez irrigation system using wells and underground canals, Visit the Local Uyghur Family in the ancient Tuyoq village in Turpan. * Private transportation with good AC * Professional English Speaking Guide Service * Bottled water and paper napkins * 7/24 English Service online.

Visit the mythical fairyland Yaochi, home to the Queen Mother of the West, and witness unique snow-lake scenery along the Northern Silk Road

Embark on an unforgettable tour along the ancient Silk Road. You tour starts from Urumqi and then to Dunhuang. Ready to witness the breathtaking Rainbow Mountains of Zhangye, marvel at the majestic Jiayuguan Fortress, and explore Dunhuang—the westernmost gem of the Hexi Corridor. Discover the treasures of the Silk Road and the Buddhist art of the UNESCO-listed Mogao Grottoes. Then, ride a camel across vast deserts, reliving the legendary caravan experience of Silk Road traders. * Private transportation with good AC * Professional English Speaking Guide Service * Bottled water and paper napkins * 7/24 English Service online.

Discover the beauty of Urumqi on a 2-day tour. Visit the Heavenly Lake of Tianshan, explore the International Grand Bazaar, and enjoy a live performance of Thousand Returnings to the West.

Visit the magnificent Heavenly Lake with your professional English Speaking Guide, explore the local Kazakh folk customs, enjoy a walking tour at the largest grand bazaar in Urumqi. This private day tour will show the local life and beautiful scenery in Xinjiang; You can enjoy this tour without any shops. * Private transportation with good AC * Professional and Friendly English Speaking Guide * Bottled water and paper napkins * 7/24 English Service online

A one-day tour in Urumqi, including visiting Tianchi Lake in the Tianshan Mountains and the International Bazaar. We will provide you with driver services and English-speaking guide services.

As the capital city of Xinjiang, Urumqi is an indispensable city to explore the history and culture of Xinjiang. Take a Urumqi city tour with your professional English Speaking driver; the driver is also a licensed guide. Get pick you up at the hotel lobby and travel to Xinjiang Regional Museum, Red Hill Park, as well as the largest Bazaar in Urumqi. * Private and Comfortable Vehicle with good AC * Professional and Friendly English Speaking Driver (licensed guide). * No shopping and No detour * Bottled water and paper napkins * 7/24 English Service online

Tianchi, Heavenly Lake in English, is a must-see UNESCO site near Urumqi. Red Hill is the symbol of the city Urumqi. This private day tour will let you visit Tianchi and Red Hill in a day.

It is an easy way to get a private transfer between Urumqi airport and centrally located Urumqi hotel with this product. Please state clearly about the transfer while booking, such as your hotel and flight information etc.

Discover the Heavenly Lake and Tianshan Mountains on a private day trip from Urumqi. Learn about the Kazak culture, visit the largest bazaar in Urumqi, and enjoy tour with a guide.

This private 4-day tour will let you explore Kuqa and Kashgar, two old towns in Xinjiang. The attractions include Kizil Grottoes, Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, Subash Ruin, Kuqa old town, Kashgar old town and old mosques etc. Detailed trip information, please view What To Expect. Here is the briefing. D1. Met in your Urumqi hotel and transferred to Urumqi airport where you will catch 1.5-hour flight to Kuqa. D2. Visit Kizil Grottos and Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon in Kuqa. D3. City tour in Kuqa before catching overnight train to Kashagr. D4. Kashar city tour. The tour concludes at Kashgar hotel. We offer a free Kashgar airport transfer for next day if you need it.

Explore Urumqi on a private tour with Neverland Xinjiang. Visit the International Grand Bazaar, discover local food streets, and learn about Xinjiang’s culture and geography.

Tianchi, Heavenly Lake in English, is a must-see UNESCO site near Urumqi. Red Hill is the symbol of the city Urumqi. This private day tour will let you visit Tianchi and Red Hill in a day.

Explore Xinjiang on a 10-day tour from Urumqi. Visit Sea Devil City, Hemu Village, Kanas Lake, World Devil City, Narati Grassland, Kurdening, Sayram Lake, and more.

Nanshan Pasture and Tianshan Grand Canyon are well-known for the natural scenery, located in the south of Urumqi. This private day tour will let you visit both places with a local guide by private vehicle. Moreover, you will visit the traditional Kazak yurt.

Discover Urumqi's rich history and culture on a guided tour. Visit the Urumqi Museum, explore the historic area from Nanmen, and enjoy a coffee or ice cream at People's Theater.

Xinjiang is the most western frontier province in China.  Even in the capital city of Urumqi, it is difficult to reserve a vehicle in advance by phone to pick you up from airport.  To avoid the hassle of long airport taxi lines, you will love this pre-booking Urumqi Airport pickup service, and you will be met and transferred to your hotel with ease.  Please provide flight details and hotel name and address to receive a confirmation voucher in time.

To understand the history of a city, start with its museum.To understand the local culture, start by tasting the local cuisine.

Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. There’s an endless variety of landscapes, from snow-capped mountains to red mountains. What legends lay hidden in The Geographic Center of the Asian Continent? You will have a chance to explore the city while hearing fascinating facts and legends. What history lies in the city’s ancient mosques? You will be surprised how many stories lay hidden in the streets, buildings, and corners of Urumqi. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. It is perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!

Discover the beauty of Tianchi Lake on a day trip from Urumqi. Enjoy a scenic shuttle bus ride, explore the lakeside walking trails, and take in the views of the snow-capped mountains.

Begin your day with an 8:30am hotel pickup in Urumqi and enjoy a scenic 3-hour drive to Turpan, passing dramatic windmill farms, shimmering salt lakes, and the rugged beauty of the Tianshan Mountains. Step back in time at the atmospheric Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves, where 15th-century Buddhist frescoes whisper tales of the past, then explore the sprawling ruins of Gaochang Ancient City, a once-thriving Silk Road kingdom. Marvel at the elegant Emin Minaret, a masterpiece of Uyghur architecture, and discover the ingenious Karez Irrigation System, an ancient engineering marvel that turned the desert into fertile land. Savor authentic local flavors during lunch. After a full day immersed in Turpan's rich history and stunning landscapes, relax on your return journey to Urumqi, arriving at your hotel with unforgettable memories of Xinjiang's cultural treasures.

Explore Northern Xinjiang on a 10-day private tour. Highlights include Heavenly Lake, Hemu, Kanas, and the Duku Highway with a private guide and vehicle.

This 6 nights classic private tour takes you to explore Chinese section of ancient Silk Road northern route from Urumqi to Dunhuang, then Zhangye. You will travel the path of thousands of merchants and camel caravans to witness its changes in modern days. Attractions you will visit during this tour includes Jiayuguan Fort, Mogao Grottos, Turpan Oasis, Heavenly Lake located on the northern side of Tianshan Mountains, and Zhangye Rainbow Danxia Mountain.

From Urumqi, visit Tianchi Lake beneath Bogda Peak, explore the ancient Karez Wells, ride across Kumtag Desert, discover Tuyugou Village, see Flaming Mountain, and enjoy Grape Valley's oasis charm.

Kuqa is a renown town on the ancient Silk Road with its old name Qiuci. There are lots of grottoes, temples and ruins in Kuqa, which are very interesting to explore. This one-day private tour will let you start from Urumqi to Kuqa by round-way flight to visit Kizil Grottoes, Tianshan Canyon. Because Kuqa is a small city with few people speaking English, we will do our best arrange an English-speaking guide for the tour. If no English-speaking guide for your booking, we will arrange Chinese-speaking guide for you, and translate via cell phone from our office staff. Please note this is very long day tour.

Embark on a 7-day tour of the Silk Road, visiting Urumqi, Turpan, and Kashgar. See the Bezeklik Caves, the ruins of the ancient city of Jiaohe, and the Baisha Lake.

Urumqi Erdaoqiao International Bazar is one of the biggest bazaars in China. Located in the center of the city, it is a wonderful place to explore the handicrafts, local food, and meet the local people here. This evening tour will let you wander around the bazaar and then watch the local show with dinner included in Urumqi.

One-day trip to Turpan by high-speed rail from Urumqi, visiting Karez Wells, Kumtag Desert, Flaming Mountain

Urumqi is the most western frontier city in China, and Urumqi South Railway Station is the only station for passenger trains.  Some taxi drivers in Urumqi do not use taximeter. To avoid the hassle of long railway station taxi lines and overcharged taxi fare, you will love this pre-booking pickup service at Urumqi South Railway Station. Your driver will hold your name sign, wait at the exit from where you come out, and then take you to the hotel with ease. Please provide arrival train details, hotel name and address to receive a confirmation voucher in time.

Discover Sayram Lake on a 3 or 4-day private tour from Urumqi. Enjoy a scenic drive, explore the Alpine Lake, Sunset Roads, Snow Mountains, Silk Road Landscapes, Private Sayram Lake & Ili Valley Tour.

In Urumqi, it is difficult to find a taxi station on street.  There is not a taxi hotline of English service in Urumqi, and it is not easy to find a taxi during rainy days, peak hours (6.00am to 9.30am and 6.00pm to midnight), weekend and public holidays.  For people who prefer to reserve everything in order ahead of time, this pre-booking service is what you are looking for.  Price is inclusive of all charges such as peak hour charges, midnight charges, city area surcharge, toll and parking fees.

The itinerary for the trip to Xinjiang can be customized. We will provide you with driver services, English-speaking guides, and arrange for you to visit natural attractions and cultural experiences.

Kuqa is a renown town on the ancient Silk Road with its old name Qiuci. There are lots of grottoes, temples and ruins in Kuqa, which are very interesting to explore. This 2-day private tour will let you start from Urumqi to Kuqa by round-way flight to visit Kizil Grottoes, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Subash Temple Ruin, Kuqa Mosque, Kuqa Old Town, Kuqa Bazaar, and Kuqa King Palace etc. Because Kuqa is a small city with few people speaking English, we will do our best arrange an English-speaking guide for the tour. If no English-speaking guide for your booking, we will arrange Chinese-speaking guide for you, and translate via cell phone from our office staff.

Explore Northern Xinjiang from Urumqi to Tianshan, Sayram Lake & Kanas. Discover alpine lakes, grasslands, and nomadic culture in one unforgettable scenic adventure.

Center of Asia Marker and Danxia mountain along the Road S101 are very well-known near Urumqi, Xinjiang Province, China. On this private full-day guided tour, you will view the old beacon tower displaying the history on the ancient Silk Road, the Center of Asia Marker showing the central part of Asia, and the colorful Danxia mountain landscape along the Road S101 with your local guide by a private vehicle. Moreover, you will enjoy your later lunch in the Hui Ethnic snacks street in Changji city before transferring back to your centrally located Urumqi hotel. Pick-up from your centrally located Urumqi hotel is at 9.30am.

Discover the Tianshan Grand Canyon on a day trip from Urumqi. Explore the Nanshan Grassland and Tianshan Grand Canyon with a professional guide.

Don't wait in the queue for a taxi or battle unfamiliar streets to make it to the Urumqi Diwopu International Airport  in time for your flight. Book in advance for your private departure transfer from your Urumqi city center hotel to the the airport. You'll be met at your Urumqi Hotel and transferred to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport in the comfort of a private, air-conditioned vehicle. It's that easy! Transfer services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Eight-day tour of Yili without a guide, Xinjiang: Explore Sayram Lake, the Yizhao/Duku Highways, and the Xiatu and Narat Grasslands

Kashgar is a renown town on the ancient Silk Road with its wonderful history and culture. This 2-day private tour will let you start from Urumqi to Kashgar by round-way flight to visit Kashgar old town, Grand Bazaar, and Karakul Lake etc.

Experience the best of Northern Xinjiang on a 12-day journey through Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, and other spectacular natural landscapes.

See the highlights of Turpan and Kashgar on a 2- Day Private Tour from Urumqi. Learn about the history of the region from your guide as you visit top attractions including: Jiaohe Ancient City, Karez Irrigation System, Id Kah Mosque ,Apak Hoja Tomb, the Kashgar Old Town. and more Enjoy the delicious local Urgur cuisine. Experience the convenient bullet train ride. Experience the friendly services of the local tour guide who will accompany you throughout the attractions, and explore the landmarks at your own pace. Tour includes English speaking tour guide, private vehicle, all entrance fee and lunch. You will travel from Urumqi - Turpan by Bullet Train, Turpan - Kashgar by Plane and Kashgar -Urumqi by Plane. Please book your own hotel in Urumqi and Kashgar.

Experience 10 days along China’s Silk Road, from Urumqi to Dunhuang. Explore Turpan, Gaochang, desert oases, Mogao Caves, and historic sites where ancient traders once traveled.

Avoid the stress of public transportation by booking this Urumqi Diwopu International Airport transfer before you arrive! Travel from the Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to your hotel in the Urumqi by a private vehicle. Upon your arrival at the airport, you will be met by a representative at the arrivals and transferred to your destination. It's that easy! Transfer services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Discover the hidden gems of Xinjiang on a day trip from Urumqi. Explore the S101 Danxia Landform, see the Kangjia Shimenzi Rock Paintings, and visit the Kenswat Blue Lake.

Whether you come to Xinjiang for travel or business trip, This private transfer service from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Hotels will be the best option for you. The professional English speaking driver will pick you up from the airport exit and assist you with hotel check-in. We will follow your flight information to avoid any delay. * Private Urumqi airport transfer: Airport to Hotel * Luxury SUV car of Chevrolet with a big trunk. * Professional and Friendly English Speaking Driver. * Bottled water and paper napkins * 7/24 English Service online * Additional Service of check-in Service in Hotel.

Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Northern Xinjiang on a 10-day tour from Urumqi. Stay in a log cabin in Hemu, drive around Sayram Lake, and enjoy a BBQ on the Nalati Grassland.

If you need to reserve a transfer service from hotel to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, this pre-booking service is the best choice for people who like to reserve everything in order ahead of time.  The service is delivered by experienced professional driver in company uniform and a vehicle with company logo, plus service from an English speaking staff with 24/7 backup support.