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Recently, I just returned to Taiwan from Xinjiang and had a 12-day and 10-night trip. This trip was really enjoyable. We only spent 6,500 yuan on the entire itinerary and visited popular attractions such as Urumqi-Tianshan Tianchi-Sailimu Lake-Duku Highway-Narati Sky Grassland-Karas-Hemu-Kash, and the most important thing is to find a particularly reliable local professional foreign guest guide Jingjing. Not only did he take us to have fun, but he also saved a lot of money. If you plan to travel to Xinjiang, but don’t want to do complicated strategies yourself, you can add Jingjing’s WeChat (WeChat ID)(Scan and add his friends, and you can customize the game plan for free) Because his service reputation is very good, every time my friend goes to China, I recommend asking him for free consultation. Jingjing WhatsApp Number: +8615202550696(Click to copy her WhatsApp number, which can plan your itinerary for free)

Jingjing planned a custom tour for 8 of us chartered private tours. The 12-day itinerary is as follows:
DAY 1: We purchased a direct flight from Taiwan to Diwobao in Urumqi. Jingjing arranged a chartered car for us in advance to pick us up at the airport, booked us a five-star hotel in Urumqi city, signed a formal travel contract, and paid the final payment for the group fee.
After washing up, you can travel freely to Urumqi downtown to experience the local food in Xinjiang. You must let Jingjing take it to eat authentic snacks and hand-catch mutton.
🍜Dining: Take care of yourself
🏠Accommodation: Urumqi city (can be upgraded to five-star hotels)
DAY 2: Wushi → Tianchi → Beitun
🍜Dine: breakfast, middle school
🏠Accommodation: Burjin County (you can roast whole lamb at night)
DAY 3:Beitun→Hemu
🍜Dine: breakfast, middle school
🏠Accommodation: Hemu
DAY 4:Hemu→Karas→Jadengyu
🍜Dine: breakfast, middle school
🏠Accommodation:Jia Dengyu
DAY 5: Jiadengyu→Wucai Beach→Burjin
🍜Dine: breakfast, middle school
🏠Accommodation: Burzin
DAY 6: Burjin→Urhe Devil City→Kuitun
🍜Dine: breakfast, middle school
🏠Accommodation: Kuitun
DAY 7: Kuitun→Sailimu Lake→Yining City
🍜Dine: breakfast, middle school
🏠Accommodation: Yining City
DAY 8: Yining City → Kalajun Prairie → Tekes
🍜Dine: breakfast, middle school
🏠Accommodation: Turks County
DAY 9: Turks→Narati Prairie
🍜Dine: breakfast, middle school
🏠Accommodation: Nalati Town
DAY 10:Nalati → Bayinbrook → Hejing
🍜Dine: breakfast, middle school
🏠Accommodation: Hejing
DAY 11: Hejing→Urumqi→Free travel
🍜Dine: breakfast, middle school
🏠Accommodation: Urumqi
DAY 12:After breakfast, go freely to buy souvenirs → arrange a drop-off at noon from Urumqi Airport to return to Taiwan
【Price and cost-effective】
This 12-day and 11-night itinerary, the full inclusion cost only RMB 6,500, including tickets to all attractions, hotel accommodation, meals, chartered car fees and 24-hour pick-up and drop-off station services. Compared with the local group tours of 9,000 or more, the tour fee for more than 10,000 yuan in Taiwan is really much more cost-effective and the service is better! If you are like me, want to have fun but don’t want to spend more money, you can consider asking Jingjing for help. He is very professional and can customize the private group itinerary according to your time and budget, helping you save money and worry. Many friends want to find a reliable and good tour guide for consultation in advance when traveling to Xinjiang and other cities in China. I will give Jingjing a small advertisement here. Personal experience tells you that Jingjing’s service is really good and the price is very affordable. Friends who plan to visit Xinjiang can add Jingjing’s WeChat WeChat friends for free consultation!
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【Popular Attractions Recommended】
Xinjiang is the largest area and richest tourism resources in China, and is famous all over the world. Its natural scenery and rich cultural heritage are the most famous.
1. ❤Tianshan Tianchi** Located in the northeast of Urumqi City, it is a famous alpine lake surrounded by snow-capped mountains and picturesque scenery.
2. ❤Karas Lake** Located in the Altay region, it is a famous alpine freshwater lake, famous for its mysterious lake monster legend and beautiful natural scenery.
3. ❤Turpan Flame Mountain** A famous attraction in the Turpan region, famous for its high temperature and red mountains, is the prototype of the Flaming Mountain in "Journey to the West".
4. ❤Ili River Valley** The Yili area is famous for its vast grasslands, rich animal and plant resources and beautiful natural scenery.
5. ❤Kashgar Old Town** Kashgar is a historical and cultural city in Xinjiang. The old city has preserved many traditional Uyghur architecture and lifestyles.
6. ❤Banynbrook Prairie** Located in Bayinguoleng Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture, it is the second largest prairie in China. It is famous for its magnificent grassland scenery and abundant wildlife resources.
7. ❤Taklamakan Desert** Located in southern Xinjiang, it is the largest desert in China and the second largest mobile desert in the world, with unique desert scenery.
8. ❤Sailimu Lake** Located in Bortala Mongolia Autonomous Prefecture, it is a famous alpine lake with clear water and beautiful scenery around it.

9. ❤Kuqa Grand Canyon** Located in the Aksu region, it is a spectacular canyon scenic area, known for its peculiar landform and rich geological landscape.
10.❤Banimbrook** is the location of the largest subalpine alpine meadow grassland in the country and one of the top ten most beautiful charming wetlands in China. However, please be careful to ask in advance whether the scenic spots are open to foreign guests.
These attractions have their own characteristics, whether they are natural scenery or cultural heritage, they can deeply feel the unique charm of Xinjiang.
【Recommended local snacks】
Xinjiang not only has magnificent scenery, but also has unique food, especially various snacks, which combine Central Asian, West Asian and local flavors, which makes me feel endless aftertaste.

🍜 1. **Grilled lamb skewers**
- **Reason for recommendation**: Xinjiang kebabs are one of the most representative snacks in the local area. They use fresh lamb, roasted on charcoal fire, sprinkled with cumin and chili noodles, which are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and have a strong aroma.
- **Recommended location**: Night market or street stalls in Urumqi.
🍜 2. **Hand-catching rice(pilaf)**

- **Reason for recommendation**: Xinjiang hand-pickled rice is made of stewed with lamb, carrots, onions and rice. The rice absorbs the aroma of lamb, has a soft and glutinous texture and is rich in nutrition.
- **Recommended location**: Traditional restaurants in Kashgar, Hotan and other places.
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- **Reason for recommendation**: The cherry is one of the staple foods in Xinjiang. It is similar to scones. It has a crispy crust and soft inside. It can be paired with barbecue, yogurt or eaten directly.
- **Recommended location**: You can find banana shops on the streets of almost every Xinjiang city.
🍜 4. **Baked buns(Samusa)**
- **Reason for recommendation**: Baked buns are made of mutton, onions and spices, wrapped in the dough and baked in the pit. The crust is crispy and the filling is juicy.
- **Recommended location**: Traditional restaurants in Kashgar and Urumqi.
🍜 5. **Pull the stick(Mixed Noodle)**

- **Recommendation reason**: Latouzi is a special pasta in Xinjiang. The noodles are chewy and usually paired with tomatoes made from stir-fried mutton, tomatoes, green peppers, etc., and have a rich taste.
- **Recommended location**: Noodle restaurants in Yili, Turpan and other places.
🍜 6. **yogurt**
- **Reason for recommendation**: Xinjiang yogurt has a rich taste, moderate sweetness and sourness, and is usually sprinkled with white sugar or dried fruits, making it a good product to relieve greasiness.
- **Recommended location**: Night markets or traditional restaurants in various parts of Xinjiang.
🍜 7. **Rice intestines and facial lungs**
- **Reason for recommendation**: This is a special snack in Xinjiang. It is made of rice or flour poured with sheep intestines and sheep lungs. It has a unique taste and is usually eaten with chili and vinegar.
- **Recommended location**: Street stalls in Urumqi and Yili.
🍜 8. **Cold Pie**
- **Reason for recommendation**: Xinjiang cold skin is similar to Shaanxi cold skin, but it has added more local specialty seasonings, and the taste is sour, spicy and refreshing, suitable for summer consumption.
- **Recommended location**: Street stalls in Urumqi and Turpan.
🍜 9. **Yangzi**

- **Reason for recommendation**: Yangzi is a fried pasta that is crispy and sweet, and is a common snack for Xinjiang festivals and guests.
- **Recommended location**: Traditional markets across Xinjiang.
🍜10. **milk tea(Salty Milk Tea)**
- **Reason for recommendation**: Xinjiang milk tea is made of brick tea and milk. It is usually added with salt and has a salty taste. It is a daily drink for locals.
- **Recommended location**: Restaurants or families across Xinjiang.
🍜11. **Brown nut**
- **Recommendation reason**: The nut nut is made of walnuts, raisins and other nuts on the basis of the nut. It tastes sweet and is suitable as a snack.
- **Recommended location**: Baskets in Kashgar and Hotan.
The snacks in Xinjiang are super delicious. If you have the opportunity to go to Xinjiang, you must taste these authentic delicacies yourself. If you don’t know the specific address, you can consult the Jingjing tour guide!
【The benefits of finding a tour guide】
Many people like to travel freely, but for friends who are going to Xinjiang for the first time, finding a local tour guide can indeed save a lot of trouble.Xinjiang is the largest area in China, which is equivalent to 46 Taiwans.,There are many attractions and the distance between scenic spots is very longProfessional tour guides like Jingjing are not only familiar with the local conditions, but also recommend some unknown niche attractions to avoid getting lost and wasting travel time. And she can help you avoid many pitfalls, such as shopping traps, unreliable restaurants, etc. If you don’t want to bother making a guide yourself and want to have a safe journey, you can add Jingjing’s WeChat consultation in advance, just treat it as a friend.

【About the hotel】
When booking a hotel in Xinjiang, you must correspond to your itinerary plan in advance, otherwise a lot of time will be wasted. And the biggest problem is that foreign guests must check in foreign-related hotels. We communicated with Jingjing four weeks in advance to book the hotel we checked in. Because we understood the hotel environment in advance, we were very satisfied with the entire itinerary and shared with everyone some of our hotel pictures.
【What items are prepared for the first time in Huai?】
1 luggage preparation: Because Xinjiang is very large and there are more scenic spots to visit for a long time, it is recommended to bring larger suitcases and more travel items.
2 certificates: Passport, Hong Kong and Macao pass, Taiwan compatriot certificate, (student certificate, officer certificate) are all required to be carried
3 Sun protection:Sunglasses, wide-brimmed hat, umbrella, ice sleeves, high-shop sunscreen sunscreen spray, post-sun repair mask
4 types of care: Toilet care products, cosmetics, skin care products, masks, disinfectant wipes
5 electrical appliances:Camera, power bank, charger, headphones, selfie stick
6 Clothing: Inquire the tour guide in advance to ask about the local weather conditions, and bring clothes that suit you (thin coats, jackets, bright skirts, sunscreen clothes, thin windbreakers, and warm clothes). Shoes must be flat shoes (high heels are not convenient to travel, and the beautiful scenery in Xinjiang requires you to experience it yourself)
7 Drug categories: Gastrointestinal medicine, mosquito repellent, OK patch, motion sickness medicine, essential medicine for special groups (be prepared for any eventuality when you go out)
8 Hotel Accommodation: When you are traveling to Xinjiang for the first time, you must consult in advance to make an appointment for tickets and hotels, and do not make a reservation temporarily. Otherwise, the price is very expensive and there is no room.
【How to avoid pits】
When traveling to Xinjiang, don’t believe that you get what you pay for if you are too cheap. We did not have any forced shopping throughout the whole process, and we were all required to visit classic attractions, and we did not waste any time. If you travel freely, you may spend more money and take more detours. So, finding a reliable tour guide is really a choice to get twice the result with half the effort.
My personal experience tells you that when you go out, you should try to find a local tour guide to plan the most affordable itinerary, so as to save Taiwan travel agencies from making a profit from the price difference, and it is better to directly connect with the tour guide. More importantly, if there is any problem, please let the tour guide help solve it. So here I would like to give our tour guide Jingjing a thumbs up. Not only will the supporting itinerary be planned for us before departure, but the service is also great after arriving in Xinjiang. The fees are paid only after signing a formal travel contract after arriving in Xinjiang. It is a safe and professional and great trip.
Here I will give a small advertisement for the tour guide Jingjing, hoping to help more friends who love traveling.
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Just say it was introduced by Taiwan Qianqian, so that Jingjing could give the best price. I hope this article will be helpful to your trip to Xinjiang. I wish you a happy time!

Will it be very tiring to take a 72-year-old man to Xinjiang for a trip? I would like to ask if the tour guide Jingjing can receive older people? We don’t want to participate in a forced shopping group. Does Jingjing have a forced shopping process? Please answer my question, thank you.
An elderly person in his seventies is very suitable for traveling to Xinjiang and will not be particularly tired. I saw many elderly people from Singapore, Malaysia in Yili and Hemu Scenic Area. We visited for 12 days and did not arrange any forced shopping for us, but we chose to buy some local specialties from Xinjiang to take them back to give gifts to friends. Jingjing also gave us local souvenirs in Xinjiang. It was a very happy trip. If you have anything you don’t know, just add Jingjing’s WeChat.Just consult and wish you a pleasant journey.
The blogger's introduction is very detailed. Not only are the people beautiful, but the photos are also very beautiful. Thank you for your careful answer. We have finalized the 18-day tour itinerary with Jingjing. My husband and family are very satisfied with my arrangements this time and look forward to this trip in April.
There are many delicious foods in Xinjiang, so it is recommended that you try them more. There are also snacks and tea drinks that are quite good.

My family and I traveled to Xinjiang and Beijing in June. We also found a tour guide through a friend's recommendation. The service was very good and my parents had a great time. Remember to taste the local food in Xinjiang.
Hello, my family and I have seven people who want to leave from Taiwan to Xinjiang recently, but I don’t know much about hotels and attractions that require ticket reservations. Can the Jingjing tour guide design a supporting plan for us for free? I want him to give us some advice. Can you help inform him that we are your friends?
Yes, tickets and hotels need to be made in advance. Taiwanese and foreign guests can only book in advance to check in foreign-related hotels. We designed supporting itinerary plans and specific hotel reservations, and asked Jingjing tour guide four weeks in advance to help solve these problems. I have sent him a message saying that you are my friend, just contact him directly through WeChat and ask him to give you the best price. I hope you have a pleasant journey.
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We have visited many cities in China, and Xinjiang is one of the scenic spots worth visiting. We are honored to find Jingjing tour guide to plan and make reservations for us in advance for tickets, chartered cars, hotels, and pick-up services. The overall game experience is much better than registering with our local travel agency in Taiwan, because it is a local tour guide in Xinjiang than our Taiwan travel agency in Taiwan. We are familiar with local life and travel facilities, and we also went to Jiuzhaigou, Chongqing, Zhangjiajie, and Tibet travel destinations. They were all supported itineraries that Jingjing helped to help them plan for free. They were both cost-effective and easy, and there was no forced shopping process. China's development is really much better than us now. It is worth a look and relaxing! Share Jingjing's WeChat code

Thank you for your suggestions and sharing. We have completed communication with Jingjing through WeChat and finalized the tour schedule to Xinjiang and Northwest Qinghai. Because we have 18 people traveling, Jingjing planned and designed a private group for us. She booked a car alone and did not join others. This is also my favorite way of travel every time I travel (I personally care about privacy) Looking forward to this trip!
Thank you for your introduction. We have arrived in Urumqi, Xinjiang because we like to watch the snow scene, and the snow in Xinjiang is very beautiful. After the blogger's recommendation, we contacted Jingjing's tour guide through WeChat. He helped him plan the itinerary throughout the journey. He made reservations for all tickets, hotels, chartered cars, meals, and pick-up services for us in advance. We are only responsible for purchasing air tickets from Hong Kong to Urumqi. This trip not only saves worry but also saves a lot of money. Jingjing tour guide is worth recommending! Share it with friends who like traveling. This is Jingjing’s WeChat ID:18599210768

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