Among the many jewels that lay hidden within the folds of the Tianshan Mountains are the
Tianchi and Sayram Lakes. The Tianchi or 'Heavenly Lake,' overshadowed by the ominous peak
of Mt. Bogda(The Mountain of God), is the summer grazing home of large numbers of Kazak
herdsmen. Tianchi itself, is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful locations in China and
the ascent to the Mt. Bogda base camp assures one of breathtaking views of the surrounding
mountains and conifer forests.
Further to the West, on a high
plateau ringed by formidable snow peaks is the Sayram Lake grassland, where graze the
herds of differing Mongol and Kazak clans. Formerly, the royal pasture lands of Mongol
Khans, Sayram is a rare sight in the summer, the green expanses of its vast grasslands are
set in deep contrast to the aquamarine waters of the lake. Annually on July 13, thousands
of local 'Chahra' Mongols converge onto the grassland to participate in the three day long
`Nadam', a festive time of horse racing, wrestling tournaments, singing competitions and
lively barter.
In constant contact with the lifestyles of the
people along this route, one is rewarded with lasting impressions of a cultural continuum
that has its roots in the beginning of Central Asian history. Moreover, with added side
tours to the historic oasis of Turpan and through the fertile Ili Valley, where we witness
the archery skills of the unique Xibo minority and the Kazak horse back games of 'Buz
Kashi' and 'Girl Chase,' this program promises a rich cultural experience of the
well-preserved traditions unique to this remarkable region.
ITINERARY:
 DAY
1: Arrive Hong Kong
DAY 2: Hong Kong to Urumqi via Guangzhou
DAY 3: Urumqi to Heavenly Lake
DAY 4: Towards Bogda
DAY 5: To Base Camp
DAY 6: To Far End of Lake
DAY 7: To Urumqi
DAY 8: To Sayram
DAY 9-10: Around Sayram
DAY11: Along the Western Shore
DAY12: Artai to Ili
DAY13: Ili
DAY14: Ili to Urumqi
DAY15: Urumqi to Turpan
DAY16: Turpan
DAY17: Turpan to Urumqi
DAY18: Urumqi to Hong Kong via Guangzhou
DAY19: Exit Hong Kong
Price in
USD/pax |
Above
10 pax |
6 to 9
pax |
4 to 5
pax |
Single
Supplement |
Land Cost |
2524 |
2670 |
3269 |
476 |
Land Cost in Mainland China includes: All
transfers, all domestic flights/trains/local airport taxes, land transport, 3
meals daily, service of guide and driver, sightseeing & entrance fees, tourist class
hotels on twin share basis, tents in camping section, support horses and herders
during trekking, a welcome and a farewell banquet. In China Hong Kong includes: All
airport transfers, bed and breakfast, tourist class hotel on twin share basis.
Landcost excludes: International
flights and related airport taxes, supplementary trips and services not mentioned,
personal expenses, visa costs, tips to tour guide and driver, supplement cost for those
who wants to accommodate on a single basis.Booking Information |
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