INT59_XINJIANG – BLOOMING DREAMS
Route: CHINA: URUMQI – DUSHANZI GRAND CANYON – SAYRAM LAKE – ZHAOSU – YINING – CHENGDU
Departure date: 29 Jun – 09 Jul
Duration: 11 days 10 nights
Group size: 10 – 12 participants
Tour type: VIP
Price: 1439$/person
Hotline: 0912851112 / 0987277394 (Mr. Dung)
1./ GENERAL INTRODUCTION
A unique photography journey blending the wild beauty of nature and the rich culture of Xinjiang.
This summer, immerse yourself in a visual feast — the lush green of endless grasslands, the dreamy purple of lavender fields, and the sapphire blue of the lakes.
Join FirstClass Photography Tour and capture the most breathtaking moments of the season!
Register now and embark on this passionate journey of photography.
2./ HIGHLIGHTS
Guided by experienced local photographers with deep knowledge of the region.
Explore the magnificent geological formations of Dushanzi Grand Canyon, shaped over millions of years.
Witness the beauty of “The Last Tear of the Atlantic” at Sayram Lake.
Be amazed by the natural masterpiece of the “Body Grassland,” with its sensual, curving terrain sculpted by time.
Thoughtfully designed itinerary created by professional photographers — every stop chosen for light, color, and perspective.
3./ ITINERARY
NOTE:
C = Concept
The program may be adjusted depending on actual conditions.
DAY 1 – 29/06: ARRIVAL IN URUMQI
Group members gather at Urumqi Airport.
Transfer to the hotel for check-in and rest.
DAY 2 – 30/06: DUSHANZI GRAND CANYON (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Depart for Dushanzi Grand Canyon — a stunning natural wonder carved over hundreds of millions of years.
C1: Landscape and geological photography at Dushanzi Canyon.
C2: Capture the majestic terrain — towering cliffs, deep valleys, and multi-colored rock formations.
Suggestions for unique experiences:
- – Walk across the Glass Bridge, the best viewpoint for admiring the canyon’s grandeur.
- – Try the zipline over the canyon for a thrilling aerial view.
- – Enjoy coffee by the cliffside with a panoramic view.
Overnight at Xinghe Hotel.
DAY 3 – 01/07: XINGHE – SAYRAM LAKE – GUOZIGOU BRIDGE (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Sayram Lake spans 720 km², crystal-clear and mirror-like, reflecting snow-capped spruce peaks.
It is a timeless symbol of endurance — unshaken by the storms of history.
From June to July, golden troll flowers bloom along its shores. When sunset dyes the lake amber, you’ll understand why it’s called “The Last Tear of the Atlantic.”
C3: Landscape photography at Sayram Lake.
C4: Capture Guozigou Bridge, an architectural marvel suspended between mountain clouds — an emblem of Yili.
Overnight at local hotel.
DAY 4 – 02/07: LAVENDER FARM – YINING CITY – LIUXING STREET – KETANQI (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Early morning departure to Huocheng Valley, where lavender blooms under a dreamy mist.
The valley overflows with the fragrance of lavender — endless waves of purple stretching toward the horizon, with the Altai Mountains in the distance, like a living Monet painting.
C5: Lavender field photography in Huocheng.
Afternoon:
C6: Street photography at Liuxing Street — known as the “Dopamine Street.”
A century-old cultural hub filled with colorful architecture — red roofs, teal walls, pointed domes, carved wooden balconies — all drenched in cheerful hues of yellow, turquoise, and coral pink. Every corner is a perfect photo frame.
Then visit Ketanqi, known as the “Morocco of China.”
C7: Capture the charm of Ketanqi — its signature “Ili Blue” houses, grape trellises, and fairy-tale streets.
Overnight in Yining.
DAY 5 – 03/07: YINING – ZHAOSU (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Zhaosu, a picturesque border town known as “The Land of Heavenly Horses” and the “Rainbow Capital of China.”
From June to August, fields of golden rapeseed flowers bloom beneath snow mountains, where glacial streams from Hata merge with grasslands — a true paradise for photographers.
C8: Landscape and grassland photography in Zhaosu.
Overnight in Zhaosu.
DAY 6 – 04/07: DISCOVER HATA GRASSLAND (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Morning: Sunrise shoot in Zhaosu — experiment with different angles and compositions.
Afternoon: Explore “Body Grassland,” a mesmerizing landform shaped like the curves of the human body — a favorite among fine-art landscape photographers.
C9: Sunset photography at Body Grassland.
Overnight in Zhaosu.
DAY 7 – 05/07: ZHAOSU – GORDE NING GRASSLAND (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Gorde Ning Grassland — the hidden gem of the Yili Valley.
A dreamlike setting of snowy peaks, pine forests, flowing streams, and rolling meadows, perfect for capturing fairytale-like nomadic portraits.
C10: Grassland landscape photography at Gorde Ning.
Overnight in Naladi.
DAY 8 – 06/07: NALADI – CLOUD GRASSLAND (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
At 3,000m above sea level, Naladi is known as “the place closest to the sky.”
Drive through pine forests and rolling hills to reach the Cloud Grassland, where flocks of sheep roam freely — a heavenly landscape reminiscent of Heidi’s alpine meadows.
Overnight in Naladi.
DAY 9 – 07/07: NALADI – RETURN TO YINING (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Free afternoon for shopping, city walks, or street photography in Yining.
Overnight in Yining.
DAY 10 – 08/07: YINING – CHENGDU
Flight to Chengdu.
Overnight in Chengdu.
DAY 11 – 09/07: RETURN DAY
End of the journey.
4./ SERVICES
INCLUDED
- – High-quality private coach throughout the route.
- – Local standard hotels.
- – Meals as per itinerary.
- – Professional tour guide with dedicated and experienced service.
- – All entrance fees mentioned in the program.
- – Photography setups as scheduled.
- – Full travel insurance up to 30,000,000 VND per case.
NOT INCLUDED
- – Personal expenses and beverages during meals.
- – Metro ticket to Guangzhou Tower.
- – Air tickets and visa fees.
- – Single room supplement (**).
- – Optional sightseeing or setups outside the itinerary.
5./ REGISTRATION & PAYMENT
Registration method:
Comment on FirstClass Travel Facebook page with: Full Name – Phone Number
Or contact Mr. Tran Tien Dung
0912851112 / 0987277394 (Zalo/Viber)
Payment methods: Cash or bank transfer to Mr. Dung
Bank information:
Account name: Tran Tien Dung
Account number: 0912851112
Bank: VPBank – Vietnam Prosperity Joint Stock Commercial Bank
When transferring, please note:
“Phototour payment – Full name – Phone number.”
(*) Departure date may change depending on weather or participant count.
(**) Please request single room at least 5 days prior to departure.
6./ PHOTOGRAPHY GEAR & ESSENTIALS
- – Tripod
- – Drone
- – Remote shutter (with extra batteries if needed)
- – Flashlight or torch
- – Wide-angle and telephoto lenses
- – Memory cards (at least one backup)
- – Batteries, chargers, and spare battery
- – Universal power adapter and multi-socket extension
