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Kuerdening Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage "horizontal valley", boasts snow-capped spruce forests and unparalleled biodiversity.
Kabanbayi Peak stands as the 4,257-meter crown of the Nalati Range, surrounded by glaciers and rare wildlife like snow leopards and golden eagles.
Kuikesu Stone Forest is a 3,500-meter-high wonderland of surreal rock formations, rich in medicinal plants and diverse wildlife.
Tianshan Landscapes offer a trek through lush valleys, alpine meadows, and rugged peaks, showcasing the region's stunning natural diversity.
Welcome to Yining, the pearl of the Ili River Valley and a vibrant city in Xinjiang, renowned for its stunning natural landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and unique local traditions. All team members will individually travel to the designated hotel for assembly. In the afternoon, we will check equipment, hold a pre-trip meeting, and enjoy a welcome dinner. The rest of the day is for you to rest up for an amazing trekking adventure ahead.
Yining
YiningA day immersed in nature begins after breakfast. We will drive from Yining to Kuerdening, which means "horizontal valley" in Kazakh. It is a unique valley that runs parallel to the snow-capped mountains. As you start your trek, you'll be surrounded by the lush greenery of the wild fruit forest, a part of the national nature reserve established in 1984. Today's trek will take you along pastoral paths, offering stunning views as you make your way to the wild fruit forest. you will set up camp here at an altitude of 2,400 meters. Today's trek covers approximately 12 kilometers.
Kuerdening
KuerdeningToday's adventure takes you to the Kabanbayi Peak Base Camp. You will cross the Sader Pass, located at an altitude of 3,800 meters on the mountainside of Kabanbayi Peak. As you ascend, you'll catch glimpses of the majestic Kabanbayi Peak, standing at 4,257 meters, the highest peak in the Nalati Mountain Range. This peak is a source of numerous glaciers and is surrounded by rare wildlife such as snow leopards, bears, and golden eagles. After descending, you will reach the base camp at 3,400 meters. This challenging day covers about 18 kilometers.
Kabanbayi Peak
Sader PassHave you ever heard of rocks at high altitude? After breakfast around 10:00 AM, you will break camp and head towards the Salder Pass. The journey offers breathtaking views of endless snow-capped mountains and lush green landscapes. your destination is the mysterious Kuikesu Stone Forest, located at an altitude of 3,500 meters. This unique landscape, shaped by natural forces, features formations resembling ancient European castles, unsheathed swords, and various animals. The area is also a haven for wildlife and is rich in medicinal plants like snow lotus and cordyceps. Today's trek is approximately 18 kilometers.
Kuikesu Stone Forest
Kuikesu Stone ForestThe amazing Bayinbuluke awaits you today. You will traverse the stunning Bayinbuluke Grassland and cross two passes. The trek will take you through the eastern part of the Kuikesu Stone Forest, where you can marvel at the unique rock formations and the diverse wildlife that inhabits this area. You will then cross the Harasai Pass, ending at Jiangbukou. Today's trek covers about 15 kilometers.
Bayinbuluke Grassland
Bayinbuluke GrasslandLet's find out why Kuerdening was selected by UNESCO! Today's trek will take you along pastoral paths and through dense forests. You will cross the Budong Pass and pass through the Budong Summer Pasture before reaching Alemar Village. This scenic day covers approximately 20 kilometers. As you trek, you'll be surrounded by the rich biodiversity of the region, a testament to why Kuerdening was designated a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site in 2013.
Kuerdening
KuerdeningOn final day, you will trek 12 kilometers through the Hoyitas Pasture and back to Kuerdening, completing your heroic journey. As you make your way back, take in the last views of the snow-capped peaks and lush valleys that have been your home for the past week. We will then drive you back to Yining, where your adventure concludes. We look forward to see you again on another adventure!
Hoyitas Pasture
Hoyitas PastureLocal drivers familiar with the routes with years of driving experience.
Airport pick-up upon arrival and drop-off at departure.
Private transportation throughout the itinerary together with air-conditioned vehicles.
Airfare listed in the itinerary with tax (eco class)
High speed Train Tickets listed in the itinerary ( 2nd Class)
Professional English speaking local tour guides.
Friendly and warm service for you during the journey.
Entrance fees for sightseeing, excursions, and activities listed in the program.
Shuttle buses and Eco Cart listed in the itinerary is arranged. ( no hidden cost)
4 star boutique hotel (2 persons shared one room)
Delicacy western style breakfast provided by the hotel.
24 hrs opening local stores around the hotel for your convenience.
Allowance for the guide and driver.
Travel accident insurance and a 24/7 helpline for assistance.
2 bottles of water a day to each person for daily use.
Personal expenses and the other optional tours or activities not mentioned.
Tips or gratuities for guides and drivers. (7-10 USD /pax/day)
Arrival/departure flights or train on the first and last day.
Lunch and dinner throughout the itinerary. (Budget: 5-15 USD /pax/meal)
We will upgrade trains to 1st class where available if book the tour 5 months in advance of departure.
There is no problem to travel Silk Road during Ramadan.
Complimentary 2 bottles of water each person on daily use.
We will use business MPV to luxurious coaches and trains.
All the hotels we selected are 4-5star well-located in the city center with good and proper breakfast for our clients.
Our guides are very friendly, knowledgeable, helpful. And our group tours will be escorted from SRT.
Generally speaking Mid March—End Oct are the best time to visit Silk Road. And we strongly suggest you come in May, June, October to avoid the heat and crowd. No need to worry about high altitude along the Silk Road. We will prepare Oxygen bags if the package includes Xiahe, Qinghai Lake and Taxkorgan County.
We offer beneficial Cancellation Policy to our customers.
1. 4 to 15 pax in a group (4 pax min, 15 pax max)
2. Typically we will take 600 USD per person as deposit when you book the trip (You can pay the deposit through WeChat/Alipay/bank transfer.)
3. Then the balance will be paid when you arrive. (Note: The balance needs to be paid 7 days before departure if your trip is just in the official Chinese holiday. E.g. Chinese New Year, Labor's Day, National Day)
Our cancellation policies are very friendly.
If you have to cancel your trip for some unexpected reasons, we have the following policies:
1. FULL REFUND at least 15 days before departure date. (Note: except the cost of service fees paid for the third party, such as trains, hotels,transportation etc)2. FULL REFUND if there is no flight and train to arrive resulted from extreme weather or government restrictions.
If the trip is cancelled due to severe weather conditions or any government restriction, full refund will be offered.
