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Things to do in Urumqi

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Top 25 things to do in Urumqi

  1. Private Day Trip to Tianchi Lake and Erdaoqiao Grand Bazaar from Urumqi, Urumqi01

    1. Private Day Trip to Tianchi Lake and Erdaoqiao Grand Bazaar from Urumqi

    From₹25,525/ person
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    Discover the natural beauty of the Tianchi Lake (Heavenly Lake) and explore the famous Erdaoqiao Grand Bazaar from Urumqi on this full-day private tour.As the locals belief:Heavenly Lake is where the immortals have their longevity banquet.Today, you will check out why!The 2-hour ride towards the Heavenly Lake is itself a fabulous sightseeing trip through Mt. Tianshan.You will passes a giant wind-farm, different rivers, and mountain pastures.Your tour will end with a visit to the Erdaoqiao Grand Bazaar where you can purchase your souvenirs. Your tour includes informative commentary from your guide, private vehicle, entrance fee, and a delicious Uyghur lunch on own near the Erdaoqiao Bazaar.

  2. Private day trip to Kashgar from Urumqi by flight, Urumqi02

    2. Private day trip to Kashgar from Urumqi by flight

    From₹56,841/ person
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    A full day, round-way flight — explore Kashgar’s old town, Id Ghar Mosque, and Grand Bazaar with a local guide.

  3. Airport pick-up service in Urumqi, Urumqi03

    3. Airport pick-up service in Urumqi

    From₹2,191/ person
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    Direct transfer between Urumqi Diwopu International Airport and local hotels — includes luggage assistance and air-conditioned vehicle for comfort.

  4. Direct bus service from Urumqi to Almaty, Urumqi04

    4. Direct bus service from Urumqi to Almaty

    From₹11,682/ person
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    Daily direct bus service — cross the border from Urumqi to Almaty without transfers, ensuring a smooth journey.

  5. Five-day private tour of Kanas Lake and surrounding attractions, Urumqi05

    5. Five-day private tour of Kanas Lake and surrounding attractions

    5 daysFrom₹1,71,071/ person
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    Five days by private vehicle from Urumqi — Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Ghost City, Rainbow Beach, and Kuitun Grand Canyon with a local guide.

  6. Day trip to Heaven Lake from Urumqi, Urumqi06

    6. Day trip to Heaven Lake from Urumqi

    9 hoursFrom₹34,036/ person
    Free cancellation

    Full day tour including transport — visit Heaven Lake with options for hiking, boating, and a guided experience.

  7. Two-day private tour of Turpan from Urumqi, Urumqi07

    7. Two-day private tour of Turpan from Urumqi

    2 daysFrom₹47,122/ person
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    Two-day itinerary featuring 4-6 attractions in Turpan, including Karez Irrigation and Jiaohe Ancient City, with private vehicle and English-speaking guide.

  8. Three-day private cultural tour of Urumqi, Turpan, and Kashgar, Urumqi08

    8. Three-day private cultural tour of Urumqi, Turpan, and Kashgar

    3 daysFrom₹1,24,388/ person
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    Three days of air travel and local exploration — visit Xinjian Regional Museum, Turpan attractions of your choice, and Kashgar's historical sites with an English-speaking guide.

  9. Private full-day tour of Urumqi highlights, Urumqi09

    9. Private full-day tour of Urumqi highlights

    Full dayFrom₹26,079/ person
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    Full-day private tour by car — visit the Xinjiang Museum, Hongguang Shan Giant Buddha, enjoy à la carte lunch, and shop at Erdaoqiao Market.

  10. Private day tour to Turpan from Urumqi, Urumqi10

    10. Private day tour to Turpan from Urumqi

    From₹25,525/ person
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    A full-day private tour with a car and English-speaking guide, visiting 2–3 sites like Jiaohe Ancient City or Karez Irrigation System, with local lunch included.

  11. Private airport transfer from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to your hotel, Urumqi11

    11. Private airport transfer from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to your hotel

    1 hoursFrom₹3,436/ person
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    Twenty-four-hour service — a hassle-free transfer from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to your hotel in a private vehicle.

  12. Private transfer from Urumqi Railway Station to your hotel, Urumqi12

    12. Private transfer from Urumqi Railway Station to your hotel

    1 hoursFrom₹3,429/ person
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    A straightforward 30-60 minute transfer — meet your driver at Urumqi or Urumqi South Railway Station for a comfortable ride to your accommodation.

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The activities ranked above are sorted by traveller rating and review count — start with the top 3 if you're short on time. Urumqi is strongest on heritage walks, food tours and outdoor day trips; the listicle covers all three categories. Most experiences are 3–6 hours and can be combined with a morning visit to a landmark.

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