Highlights
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Day 1
Arrival in Yining
Day 2
First Contact with Horses
Day 3
Learning the Basics
Day 4
Mountain Ride and Celebration
Day 5
Kalajun Grassland
Day 6
Sayram Lake
Day 7
Return to Yining
Day 8
Home Sweet Home
About this experience
Leave the noise of the city behind and discover a new rhythm of life on this 8-day horse-riding adventure in Xinjiang. Perfect for beginners, this trip gently introduces you to the joy of horseback riding, the warmth of Kazakh culture, and the beauty of nature untouched by cars or crowds.
Start at Kuerdening Ranch, where friendly trainers will teach you how to ride and care for your own horse. Try hands-on activities like grooming, braiding a whip, milking cows, and making local dairy treats — fun, simple ways to experience ranch life.
Ride through forests, grasslands, and quiet mountain trails, stopping for scenic picnics with views you’ll never forget. In the evenings, enjoy bonfire nights with music, dancing, and barbecue under the open sky.
End your journey at Kalajun Grassland and Sayram Lake, where soft hills and colorful sunsets bring perfect closure to your adventure.
A trip made for first-timers — calm, cultural, and full of little victories you’ll always remember.
What's Included
Food
As per itinerary.
Equipment
Horseback riding protection gear is provided.
Transport
Airport transfer to and from the airport is included.
lodging
Twin rooms in a 4 star resort/villa.
Instructor
One to three ratio for horseback riding instructor.
Miscellaneous
Depending on the activity and location, locals may sometimes ask...
All Included Items
Food
As per itinerary.
Equipment
Horseback riding protection gear is provided.
Transport
Airport transfer to and from the airport is included.
lodging
Twin rooms in a 4 star resort/villa.
Instructor
One to three ratio for horseback riding instructor.
Miscellaneous
Depending on the activity and location, locals may sometimes ask you to pay fees such as tourist taxes or park fees.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Yining
Arrive in Yining and settle in.
Day 2 – First Contact with Horses
Travel to Kuerdening Ranch. Begin by
Day 3 – Learning the Basics
In the training arena, focus on
Day 4 – Mountain Ride and Celebration
Ride along a beginner-friendly mountain trail
Day 5 – Kalajun Grassland （喀拉峻·人体草原）
After breakfast, say goodbye to the
Day 6 – Sayram Lake （赛里木湖·大西洋的最后一滴眼泪）
Drive past the Guozigou Bridge, a
Day 7 – Return to Yining
Travel back to Yining and check
Day 8 – Home Sweet Home
Free at leisure. Then transfer to
Day 1 – Arrival in Yining
Arrive in Yining and settle in. Visit the Kazanqi Folk Quarter to see Uyghur-style houses and handicrafts. Walk along Liuxing Street, known for its blend of cultures and historic buildings.
Stay: Eco-lodge
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 – First Contact with Horses
Travel to Kuerdening Ranch. Begin by grooming the horses to build familiarity and trust. Under the guidance of trainers, learn groundwork such as leading, stopping, and turning.
Join a workshop to braid horsewhips, then watch traditional Kazakh equestrian games like Buzkashi and Kyz Kuu.
Stay: Ranch resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3 – Learning the Basics
In the training arena, focus on posture and moving naturally with your horse’s stride.
Take your first short trail ride along a forest path suitable for beginners.
Later, visit a Kazakh nomadic family. Join in daily activities such as milking and making dairy products while learning about local traditions.
Stay: Ranch Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner (Xinjiang specialties)
Day 4 – Mountain Ride and Celebration
Ride along a beginner-friendly mountain trail with stops at scenic viewpoints and riversides for photos.
Highlights include:
- A picnic at a scenic viewpoint.
- A chance to try a short gallop on flat ground.
- Professional photos taken during the ride.
In the evening, return to the ranch for a bonfire celebration with music, dancing, and barbecue.
Stay: Ranch resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 – Kalajun Grassland （喀拉峻·人体草原）
After breakfast, say goodbye to the horses and coaches. Travel to the Kalajun Grassland （喀拉峻·人体草原）, known for its wide, undulating landscapes. Walk the Flower Terrace and enjoy open views from Falcon Terrace, with snow-capped mountains and canyons in the distance.
Stay: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 – Sayram Lake （赛里木湖·大西洋的最后一滴眼泪）
Drive past the Guozigou Bridge, a landmark built across the Tianshan gorge.
Arrive at Sayram Lake （赛里木湖·大西洋的最后一滴眼泪）. Spend time along the shoreline. Sunset is the best time to visit, when the lake shifts from deep blue to golden tones and soft purple.
Stay: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 – Return to Yining
Travel back to Yining and check into a city hotel. The day is free to explore, shop, or enjoy local food.
Stay: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 – Home Sweet Home
Free at leisure. Then transfer to Yining Airport or train station for your onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast
Additional Information
There is no direct flight from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN).
Please choose your preferred airline to Yining Airport (YIN).
Full details will be shared upon joining the tour!
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