Xinjiang Travel Guide | Xinjiang Travel Guide for National Day Holiday
More and more people want to visit Xinjiang during National Day, but how should they plan their trip? Where should they go to experience Xinjiang the right way? Recently, many friends have been asking if they can still see grasslands in Yili during National Day, if Duku Highway is still accessible, and how they should play it.
①Want to visit Yili’s grasslands during National Day?
The best time to see grasslands is from May to August. If you visit Yili during National Day, the grass will mostly be yellow. The flowering season from June to July is when Nalati Grassland is at its most beautiful. Nalati, Karakul, and Qiongkushitai are all best viewed from May to August~
②Want to visit Duku Highway during National Day?
Due to weather conditions, it’s likely that you won’t be able to go. If you want to visit Duku Highway, it’s recommended to plan two routes in advance and check road condition information beforehand.
③Should I go to Southern or Northern Xinjiang during National Day?
Northern Xinjiang’s Kanas and Hemu, as well as Southern Xinjiang’s Pamir and Kashgar, are all suitable destinations during this season. It’s a great choice to visit lakes and birch forests in autumn. Kanas and Hemu are currently in the midst of autumn, and if you plan to visit after National Day, you might want to consider waiting for the winter scenery instead. Hemu’s winter is even more serene, and for those who love snow, it’s definitely worth it!
Must-visit Spots in Southern and Northern Xinjiang During National Day:
Northern Xinjiang: Kanas, Hemu, Baihaba, Sayram Lake, Urho Magic City, Koktokay
Southern Xinjiang: Kashgar, Tajik Autonomous County, Pamir Tourist Area, White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake
Itinerary Arrangement:
5-Day Northern Xinjiang Tour
D1: Urumqi — Koktokay — Fuyun
D2: Fuyun — Hemu (In-depth Tour of Hemu)
D3: Hemu Morning Fog — Fish Viewing Terrace — Kanas Lake — Kanas
D4: Kanas (Visit Three Bays) — Colorful Beach — Burqin
D5: Burqin — Urho Magic City — Populus Euphratica Forest — Urumqi
8-Day Southern Xinjiang Tour
D1: Urumqi – Intercity Train – Korla – Lop Nur Village – Korla
D2: Korla – Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon – Kuqa
D3: Kuqa – Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves – Wensu Grand Canyon – Aksu
D4: Aksu – Bachu Red Sea Scenic Area – Dawakun – Bonfire Desert Hot Pot – Yuepuhu
D5: Yuepuhu – Kashgar Cattle and Sheep Bazaar – Id Kah Mosque – Semi-Free Travel – Kashgar
D6: Kashgar – White Sand Lake – Karakul Lake – Tahman Wetland – Tajik Autonomous County
D7: Tajik Autonomous County – Pamir Tourist Area – Kashgar
D8: Kashgar – Kashgar Old Town – Free Activities – Kashgar Group Disbandment
Xinjiang National Day Travel Consultation 181-39622229