Welcome to Xīnjiāng
China's largest province, Xīnjiāng (新疆) is the homeland of the Muslim Uyghurs and a fast-changing region where ancient and modern grind up against each other in surprising ways. High-speed railways cross the Martian landscapes linking cities in hours rather than days, and the regional capital Ürümqi is a forest of high-rise apartments and glass skyscrapers; while in parts of the Silk Road oases of Kashgar, Hotan and Turpan, life goes as it has for centuries, based around the mosque, the tea house and the bazaar.
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Urumqi Private Arrival Transfer: Airport to Hotel
When your driver arrives at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC), he will first check your flight arrival time from the Arrival Flight Information Board, then go to the exact terminal building, wait at the exit from where you will come out. He will hold your name sign and wait for you to show up. Please follow him to go to your hotel. Frequently Asked Questions:Q: How long will my driver wait for me? A: Your driver will wait until your show up. If the last person has come out from your flight, he will ask the airport staff if there is anyone left in the luggage claim area. Then he will have to make a phone call to the local travel agent. Your driver will leave the airport only after receiving a phone notice from the local travel agent. Q: What happen if my flight is delayed? A: Delayed flights will cost additional charge. Please use the urgent contact number on your voucher, contact the local travel agent as early as possible. Q: What happen if my flight is cancelled? A: Please use the urgent contact number on your voucher, contact the local travel agent as early as possible. If your driver is already waiting for you at the airport, there is no refund for no show caused by flight cancellation. Q: Will the driver telephone me from the airport? A: No. Your driver does not speaking in English. The local travel agent will be your backup. Q: What should I do if I can not find my driver? A: Telephone the local travel agent. The staff will ask you to pass the phone to a Chinese person standing beside you, because it will be easier for a Chinese person to clarify your exact location. Then please wait there. Your driver will come to you. Do not move! Please do not go to your hotel by yourself.
All Inclusive Private Day Trip to Turpan from Urumqi including Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves and Karez System
At 8 o'clock in the morning, your guide will pick you up at the lobby of your centrally located hotel in Urumqi. Then, you will take a 3-hour ride in a private vehicle from Urumqi to Turpan. On the way, you will see windmill farms, saltwater lakes, and valley of Tianshan. After arriving in Turpan, visit Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves, which is an abandoned site that has ruins of fresco and statues from 15th century. Afterwards, you will go to ancient city ruin of Gaochang which was one of the most renowned kingdom along the Silk Road in the history. You can wander around to visit temples, stupas, city walls...etc among the ruin. Lunch will be provided in the yard of a local Uyghur house. Next, you will go to Emin Minaret that was built in 1777AD with a typical Uyghur architectural style. Later, before you head back to Urumqi, you will learn why Turpan could sustain itself in long history by visiting the Karez Irrigation System. After the irrigation system visit, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Urumqi where this wonderful day trip concludes.
7 Days Silk Road Join in Group Tour
Day 1: Upon arrive at Kashgar Airport, our driver will pick you up on time, transfer to hotel, check in hotel, free and easy on your own arrangement. Day 2: In the morning, you will meet the guide in the hotel lobby to start your journey. The first full day tour covers only one scenic spot: Karakuri Lake. The lake is 3 hours riding from downtown Kashgar. Together with the snow-capped Muztag Ata Mountain, they make up a fresh picturesque world. Day 3: After breakfast, we will visit the Id Kah Mosque, a typical Islamic architecture like domes, minarets and arches, as well as pious prayers. It has a 500 years history. Then move to the Abakh Khoja Tomb, which is an ancient Islamic building complex and a cemetery. Five generations of a famous Islamic master were buried here. It is considered as the largest dome architecture in the east of the cemetery. The last stop of today is the Old Town of Kashgar and Local Livestock Market. Day 4: Take the morning flight from Kashgar to Urumqi. When you land in, local guide and driver will pick you up from the airport and then transfer you to Turpan. It will take about 2.5 hours for riding. When you arrive at Turpan, you will firstly visit the Karaz Well, the gigantic underground irrigation system created by ancient Xinjiang people. Next we will go to the existed largest ancient pagoda in Xinjiang, Sugong Pagoda. The pagoda is a 44-meter-high (144 feet) Islamic pagoda, which bears a history of over 200 years. The last stop will be Jiaohe Ruins, which is one of the most important towns along the ancient Silk Road. It is also the largest, oldest and best-preserved earth construction in the world. Day 5: In the morning after hotel pick up, you will pay a visit to the Bizaklik Thousand Buddha, a series of caves with thousands of Buddhism murals. The vivid murals show many Buddhism figures, stories, and the social life about 1,000 years ago in Ancient Gaochang Kingdom. Then we will visit Tuyuq Village, the oldest existed Uygurs village in China where you will see the ancient earth-and wood structure Uygurs house and it is regarded as the Chinese Mekka due to its position in Muslim people. The last stop in Turpan will be the hottest place in China- the Flaming Hill, situated at the north of ancient Silk Road. The temperature is so high that nothing grows on the hill. When driving back to Urumqi, we will visit the Urumqi International Bazaar. Day 6: In the morning our local guide will pick you up from hotel and then go to visit Xinjiang Museum to see the unearthed cultural relics full of Uygures ethnic taste. Then we will pay a visit the Heavenly Lake(Tianchi) in the rest of the day. Day 7: After breakfast at the hotel, you may have all your belongings and luggage packed, check out of the hotel by yourself. Our driver will drive you to the airport to take the homeward flight.
Private Urmuqi Airport Departure Transfer from City Hotels
This hassle-free service operates from all Urumqi hotels and connects with all flights departing from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. A professional driver will pick you up from your accommodation and assist you with your luggage. Sit back and relax in the comfort of your private, air-conditioned vehicle and leave the traffic to the driver, who will deliver you straight to the airport in plenty of time for your flight. At time of booking,Please include the following flight and hotel details in the "Special Requirements" box: Airline information Flight Number Departure Time Hotel Name and address Contact number Please note: You may have a Chinese speaking driver, but he knows exactly where to go,you can use his phone to call translator if need at any time during the ride.
Private Arrival Transfer from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Hotel
Your driver will be waiting for your at the arrival hall in Urumqi Diwopu International Airport with your name sign. You will then be taken to your Urumqi accomodation in a private vehicle. When making a booking, you will need to advise your flight details and your Urumqi City hotel details. Your transfer will be confirmed instantly and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver. It's that easy! At time of booking,Please include the following flight and hotel details in the "Special Requirements" box: Airline information Flight Number Arrival Time Hotel Name and address Contact number Please note: You may have a Chinese speaking driver, but he knows exactly where to go,you can use his phone to call translator if need at any time during the ride.
Private Transfer from Urumqi Railway Station to Hotel
Upon arrival at Urumqi Station or Urumqi South Railway Station, a representative will be waiting, holding a sign displaying your name. You will be escorted to your private vehicle and driven in comfort to your Urumqi hotel. You will travel in either an air-conditioned sedan (for 1 to 2 people) or an air-conditioned minivan (for 3 to 9 people) or an air-conditioned minibus(10-15 people) At time of booking,Please include the following information and hotel details in the "Special Requirements" box: Train Number Arrival Time Hotel Name and address Contact number Please note: You may have a Chinese speaking driver, but he knows exactly where to go,you can use his phone to call translator if need at any time during the ride.