Northern Xinjiang Lavender Dreams 北疆六月薰衣草秘境之旅 (12920)

Upon arrival in Yining, head into the city and explorethe colourful Liuxing Street, where diverse cultures and local charm come together. In the evening, enjoy a delicious Xinjiang speciality dinner — the perfect start to your adventure in Western China.

After breakfast, journey along the scenic Yizhao Highway to Zhaosu, surrounded by sweeping grasslands and magnificent mountain views. At Zhaosu Wetland Park, witness the spectacular
Heavenly Horses Crossing the River — a thrilling scene of galloping horses and splashing waters that captures the untamed spirit of Xinjiang.

After breakfast, discover the lush beauty of Kurding and the colourful Nalati Flower Fields. The highlight is the special Ayixiamu Grassland Wedding Feast, featuring ethnic costume photography, traditional wedding dances, Kazakh cuisine inside a grand grassland yurt and a ceremonial whole roasted lamb experience.

After breakfast, explore the breathtaking Nalati Sky Grassland, surrounded by sweeping meadows and magnificent mountains. Enjoy a special Kazakh-style photography experience, capture adorable moments with little lambs, and join a lively bonfire party filled with music and laughter.

After breakfast, visit the romantic Huocheng Lavender Manor, followed by wine tasting at Silk Road Winery with a complimentary bottle of red wine. Continue to breathtaking Sayram Lake for a special lakeside afternoon tea and Kele Yongzhu performance — a beautiful combination of flowers, wine and unforgettable lake views.

After breakfast, swap the lakeside scenery for a desert adventure at Mutetar Desert. Feel the thrill of a Bombardier UTV ride across the dunes, then slow things down with a relaxing camel ride — two completely different ways to experience Xinjiang’s vast desert landscape.

After breakfast, explore the mysterious World Ghost City with a professional guide. Discover a filming location from Seven Swords, the Devil’s Eye rock cave and three hidden sites featuring prehistoric Gobi rock paintings dating back around 3,000 years. Continue via Five-Coloured Beach to Burqin.

After breakfast, journey into the dreamlike landscapes of Kanas. Explore the famous Three Bays and Kanas Lake, where forests, mountains and crystal-clear waters create picture-perfect scenery. Visit a traditional Tuva village before ending the day with a magical forest stargazing experience.

After breakfast, continue exploring beautiful Hemu with an immersive Tuva cultural experience, followed by a scenic ride on the Jikepulin Cable Car. Journey along the popular Ahe Highway, stopping at hidden viewpoints and the photogenic S-shaped forest road before arriving in Altay.

After breakfast, set off on a spectacular Northern Xinjiang road journey. Visit the Ulungur Lake Sea Ghost City and travel along the popular S21 Desert Highway, with stops at Huoshaoshan Danxia and Kalamaili Desert Park — a day filled with lakes, dramatic rock formations and vast desert scenery.

After breakfast, visit the Ancient Ecological Park for an impressive equestrian symphony show, an aristocratic riding costume photoshoot and a short horseback ride through the private grounds. Later, enjoy the “Bazaar Wedding” Twelve Muqam performance from a VIP box
at the International Grand Bazaar for an immersive taste of Western Regions culture.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Kuala Lumpur via the transit city. From the Ili grasslands and Sayram Lake to the dreamlike beauty of Kanas and Hemu, return home with wonderful memories of Xinjiang’s spectacular landscapes, flavours and culture.