Day 5 Urumqi

Attractions: Heavenly Lake, Xinjiang International Bazaar

Meal: Not included

Hotel: Overnight in Urumqi

Today you will drive to the picturesque Heavenly Lake, known as "Yaochi" in ancient times, which is located in Fukang City, Changji Prefecture, Xinjiang. In ancient Chinese mythology, Tianchi is also the place where the Queen Mother of the Western Heaven bathed. The lake reflects the Bogda Peak, surrounded by spruce. The scenery is like a fairyland. The scenic area encompasses alpine lakes, wetland meadows, forest canyons and other natural landscapes, and in 2013, the scenic area was named a National Geopark by the state.

Afterwards, transfer back to Urumqi about other 1.5hrs, visit the Xinjiang International Bazaar. The most famous attraction is the Silk Road Sightseeing Tower in the centre of the square, which has colourful paintings and exhibitions on all floors, showing the historical stories of the Silk Road. It is a gathering place and exhibition centre for Islamic culture, architecture, ethnic commerce, entertainment and catering.