Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Turpan February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Turpan Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Turpan.dx6141465)[Hotels in Turpan](https://expedia.ca/Turpan-Hotels.d6141465.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Turpan Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Turpan.d6141465.Car-Rental-Guide)[Turpan Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Turpan.d6141465.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Turpan ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Turpan Types of activities Where to stay [Turpan travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Turpan.dx6141465) ![Walkway through Ancient Silk Road City of Jiaohe in Turpan, Xinjiang, China](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141465/0a755730-ba02-4665-ab63-4c756ba2e919.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Walkway through Ancient Silk Road City of Jiaohe in Turpan, Xinjiang, China](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141465/0a755730-ba02-4665-ab63-4c756ba2e919.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Canyons near ruins of ancient Jiaohe city, Turpan, China](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141465/a64e5451-d867-4384-b675-52276eed456b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial view of historical site of the ancient City of Jiaohe in Turpan, Xinjiang, China](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141465/fe2d142d-07d2-4261-9688-076d99390210.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This is the Ermin Minaret in Turpan, China ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141465/8706c38c-4d30-4c05-915c-4b1bae5eb2e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Turpan Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Turpan has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Turpan is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Turpan to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Turpan Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Turpan. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Turpan attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Recommended things to do in Turpan | Number of things to do | 3 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Flexible Private Turpan Day Tour from Urumqi with Lunch](/things-to-do/flexible-private-turpan-day-tour-from-urumqi-with-lunch.a2053954.activity-details): CA $460 | | Top 5 things to do | [Private Day Trip to Turpan from Urumqi including Bezklik Grottoes](/things-to-do/all-inclusive-private-day-trip-to-turpan-from-urumqi-including-bezklik-thousand-buddha-caves-and-karez-system.a674459.activity-details)[Flexible Private Turpan Day Tour from Urumqi with Lunch](/things-to-do/flexible-private-turpan-day-tour-from-urumqi-with-lunch.a2053954.activity-details)[Private Turpan Day Tour from Urumqi Tuyoq Village,Jiaohe Ruins](/things-to-do/full-day-private-guided-tour-to-turpan.a3068707.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | [Flexible Private Turpan Day Tour from Urumqi with Lunch](/things-to-do/flexible-private-turpan-day-tour-from-urumqi-with-lunch.a2053954.activity-details) | ## What to do in Turpan --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Turpan #### Turpan Geyser Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Turpan Geyser during your travels in Turpan. Discover the area's desert landscape and monuments. [](https://expedia.ca/Turpan-Geyser-Gaochang-District.d553248621532741127.Vacation-Attraction) #### Gaochang Ruins Learn about the local history of Turpan with a stop at Gaochang Ruins. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Gaochang-Ruins-Gaochang-District.d6098136.Vacation-Attraction) #### Jiaohe Ruins You can learn about the history of Turpan with a trip to Jiaohe Ruins. Take in the museums and desert landscape in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Jiaohe-Ruins-Gaochang-District.d6098132.Vacation-Attraction) #### Grape Valley Explore the great outdoors at Grape Valley, a lovely green space in Turpan. Discover the area's museums and monuments. [](https://expedia.ca/Grape-Valley-Gaochang-District.d6098140.Vacation-Attraction) #### Bezeklik Caves Learn about the local history of Turpan when you spend time at Bezeklik Caves. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Bezeklik-Caves-Gaochang-District.d6098134.Vacation-Attraction) #### Astana Graves You can learn about the history of Turpan with a stop at Astana Graves. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Astana-Graves-Gaochang-District.d6098138.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kumtag Desert National Park Explore the great outdoors at Kumtag Desert National Park, a lovely green space in Shanshan. [](https://expedia.ca/Kumtag-Desert-National-Park-Shanshan.d6098292.Vacation-Attraction) #### Shashan Park Explore the great outdoors at Shashan Park, a lovely green space in Shanshan. [](https://expedia.ca/Shashan-Park-Turpan.d553248621532750552.Vacation-Attraction) #### Panji'er Weird Stone Forest Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Panji'er Weird Stone Forest during your travels in Toksun County. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.ca/Panjier-Weird-Stone-Forest-Turpan.d553248621532741106.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Turpan ![This is the Ermin Minaret in Turpan, China ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141465/8706c38c-4d30-4c05-915c-4b1bae5eb2e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gaochang District While visiting Gaochang District, you might make a stop by sights like Grape Valley and Turpan Geyser. [](https://expedia.ca/Turpan-Gaochang-District.dx553248635976002572) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Turpan ![This part of the journey is from Kashi towards Pakistan southwest bound. Lots of snow peaked mountains and lakes. Very scenic. An unexplored part of China mostly as it is nearly to Tajikistan and Pakistan rather than major cities in China. #ontheroad](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3647/2c7a9ed1-5f0f-40d9-a4cc-f99a28fa9b79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ürümqi ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Turpan worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Turpan? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Turpan? ### Is three days enough to stay in Turpan? ### Is Turpan a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Turpan with kids? > - [Flexible Private Turpan Day Tour from Urumqi with Lunch](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/flexible-private-turpan-day-tour-from-urumqi-with-lunch.a2053954.activity-details) ### What to do in Turpan for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Turpan? ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Lodging - Flights - Packages - [Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture Hotels ](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Changji-Hui-Autonomous-Prefecture.d553248635975751064.Hotel-Destinations) - 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