Turpan Classic Highlights

Turpan Classic Panorama

Flaming Mountains · Grape Valley · Jiaohe Ancient City · Karez Wells

3 Days 2 NightsTurpan900 – 1,260 USD

3Days

2Nights

1Destinations

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First-TimerIconic SightsOasis CivilizationEasy & Comfortable

Overview

Trip Overview

Visiting Turpan for the first time? This itinerary takes you through its most iconic sights: the blazing Flaming Mountains, the lush Grape Valley, the ancient earthen city of Jiaohe, and the underground Karez wells. With an easy pace, you'll sip tea and taste melons under grape trellises like a local, feeling the striking contrast of this oasis.

Highlights

Trip Highlights

✓Feel the scorching heat of China's hottest place at the foot of the Flaming Mountains
✓Stroll through the grape corridors of Grape Valley and taste freshly picked grapes
✓Explore Jiaohe Ancient City, the world's largest and oldest earthen city
✓Visit the Karez Museum to learn about the wisdom of the underground canal system
✓Visit a Uyghur family and experience ethnic song and dance
✓Free time at Turpan's specialty night market to find local food
✓Air-conditioned business vehicle throughout, comfortable and convenient
✓Professional Chinese-English guide with in-depth commentary

Day-by-day

Day-by-day Itinerary

1DAYTurpan

Day 1: Arrive in Turpan · Karez Wells and Grape Valley

BreakfastNot included

MorningArrive at Turpan Jiaohe Airport or railway station, private transfer to hotel for check-in, and take a short rest.

LunchIncluded · Restaurant in Turpan city center · Includes local specialty mixed noodles

AfternoonVisit Karez Paradise to learn about one of China's three great ancient engineering projects, alongside the Great Wall and the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal; then head to Grape Valley, stroll along the grape corridors, and taste fresh grapes.

DinnerIncluded · Ethnic-style restaurant in Grape Valley · Includes song and dance performance

EveningEnjoy a Uyghur-style dinner in Grape Valley, watch an ethnic song and dance performance, then return to the hotel to rest.

TransportAir-conditioned business vehicleStay4-star hotel in Turpan city center

2DAYTurpan

Day 2: Flaming Mountains · Jiaohe Ancient City · Uyghur Ancient Village

BreakfastIncluded · In the hotel

MorningHead to the Flaming Mountains scenic area to feel the scorching heat and grandeur of the Flaming Mountains from Journey to the West, and try eggs baked in the sand.

LunchIncluded · Restaurant at the Flaming Mountains scenic area · Includes a simple meal

AfternoonVisit Jiaohe Ancient City, the world's largest, oldest, and best-preserved earthen architectural city; then go to the Uyghur Ancient Village to learn about local folk life.

DinnerNot included · Free dining at the night market; recommended grilled lamb skewers and hand-pulled rice

EveningReturn to the city center and freely explore Turpan Night Market, tasting specialties such as barbecue and pilaf.

TransportAir-conditioned business vehicleStay4-star hotel in Turpan city center

3DAYTurpan

Day 3: Emin Minaret · Junwang Mansion · Airport Transfer

BreakfastIncluded · In the hotel

MorningVisit Emin Minaret (Sugong Pagoda), the largest ancient pagoda in Xinjiang; then tour Junwang Mansion to learn about the history of Turpan in the Qing Dynasty.

LunchIncluded · Restaurant in Turpan city center · Arranged according to flight time

AfternoonAccording to your flight or train time, private transfer to the airport or railway station, ending a pleasant Turpan journey.

DinnerNot included

TransportAir-conditioned business vehicleStayNone

Hotels

Hotel Reference

Destination	Hotel	Rating	Room type	Nights
Turpan	4-star hotel in Turpan city center	4-star	Standard twin room	2 nights

Activities

Recommended Activities

Flaming Mountains

The famous Flaming Mountains from Journey to the West, one of the hottest places in China.

Grape Valley

A famous oasis grape-growing area in Turpan, known for its grape corridors and folk villages.

Jiaohe Ancient City

The world's largest, oldest, and best-preserved earthen architectural city.

Karez Wells

One of China's three great ancient engineering projects, an underground canal irrigation system.

Add-ons

Add-on Services

Item	Destination	Details	Currency	Fee	Remark
Uyghur family visit	Turpan	Visit a local Uyghur family, taste melons and fruits, and enjoy song and dance performances.	CNY	Price negotiable	Approx. 1.5 hours
Professional photography follow-shoot	Turpan	A local photographer follows you throughout to capture the highlights of your trip.	CNY	Price negotiable	Advance reservation required

Included / Not included

Pricing

Included

Full-journey air-conditioned business vehicle with professional driver
Two nights' accommodation at a 4-star hotel in Turpan city (breakfast included)
First admission tickets to all attractions listed in the itinerary
Professional Chinese-English speaking guide service
Meals listed in the itinerary (2 breakfasts, 3 main meals)
Travel agency liability insurance

Not Included

Round-trip transportation to and from Turpan
Personal expenses outside the itinerary
Single room supplement
Tips for guide and driver (suggested 30 yuan per person per day)
Additional expenses due to force majeure
Personal travel accident insurance

Notes

Good to Know

This product is a private customized tour, minimum 2 people, and the itinerary can be adjusted according to your needs.
Summer temperatures in Turpan can exceed 40°C, so please take precautions against heatstroke.
The order of attraction visits may be adjusted according to weather and actual conditions.
If you need to upgrade your hotel or add experience activities, please contact customer service.

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