The recommended 8-day, 7-night itinerary for traveling to Xinjiang in May is as follows:?
Itinerary Overview:?
Duration: 8 days, 7 nights?
Departure Point: All parts of China?
Destination: Major attractions in Xinjiang?
Recommended Time: May, when the ice and snow in Xinjiang begin to melt and the grasslands turn green, making it the best time to enjoy the scenery.?
Detailed Itinerary:?
Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi, check into the hotel, and rest. If time permits, visit Hongta Mountain Park and the Urumqi Museum.?
Day 2: Depart from Urumqi and head to Sayram Lake to enjoy the beauty of the ‘mirror of the sky’. Stay overnight at an apartment or hotel near Sayram Lake.?
Day 3: Visit Sayram Lake again to watch the sunrise, then pass through the Guozigou Bridge and head to Qiaxi Grassland. Stay overnight in Gongliu.?
Day 4: Depart from Gongliu, visit the Xiata Ancient Road, take a distant view of the Muzart Glacier, and stay overnight in Zhaosu.?
Day 5: Depart from Zhaosu and head to Qiongkushitai Village to experience the fun of swinging, horse riding, camping, etc. Stay overnight at the Qiongkushitai Campsite Homestay or Tekes.?
Day 6: Depart from Qiongkushitai and head to the Nalati Grassland to enjoy the beauty of the ‘aerial grassland’. Stay overnight in Nalati Town.?
Day 7: Depart from Nalati, cross the Tianshan Mountains, take a distant view of the Dabancheng Windmills, return to Urumqi, and stay overnight in Urumqi.?
Day 8: Wake up naturally and arrange for airport/station transfer, ending the pleasant trip.?
Costs and Precautions:?
Cost per person: approximately 3,000 yuan+ (excluding round-trip expenses). The specific cost may vary depending on personal spending habits and the chosen services.?
Precautions: Xinjiang has a large temperature difference between morning and night, and the ultraviolet rays are strong. It is recommended to bring more clothing and pay attention to sunscreen. At the same time, you can bring fewer white dresses, as some scenic spots in Xinjiang may not be suitable for taking photos in white clothing.?
Food Recommendations:?
During your trip to Xinjiang, don’t forget to try the local specialty foods, such as grilled lamb legs, stir-fried noodles with meat in hot oil, and stir-fried belt noodles. Every bite is full of Xinjiang’s unique flavor.?
We hope this 8-day, 7-night Xinjiang tour itinerary can meet your needs and leave you with wonderful memories of Xinjiang in May.?