The best tourist route in Northern Xinjiang mainly covers the northern part of Xinjiang, featuring natural scenery and ethnic culture. Here is a recommended tourist route for Northern Xinjiang **:?
Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Koktokay – Colorful Beach – Kanas – Hemu – Baihaba – Burqin – World Ghost City – Kuitun/Dushanzi – Sayram Lake – Yining – Karajun – Nalati – Bayinbrook – Duku Highway – Urumqi?
Specific itinerary planning can refer to:?
Urumqi: As the capital of Xinjiang, it is the starting point of the itinerary. You can visit the urban area to experience the local customs and traditions of Xinjiang.?
Tianshan Tianchi: Centered around a high-mountain lake, with snow-capped peaks reflected in the water, surrounded by spruce trees, and clear water like a mirror, the scenery is picturesque and it is a famous tourist attraction in Xinjiang.?
Koktokay: Visit Koktokay National Geological Park. Although it’s not an actual sea, it has the fairy tale of shepherds and unique scenery.?
Colorful Beach: The peaks are like forests, with unique shapes. Stone peaks, stone walls, and stone pillars are scattered and dense, creating a majestic yet harmonious landscape. It is a paradise for photographers.?
Kanas: Arrive at Kanas National Geological Park. You can take a boat tour of the lake or stroll along the lakeside plank road to enjoy the lake scenery and search for mysterious lake monsters.?
Hemu: Stay in the fairy tale-like Hemu log cabins to experience local folk customs. The night sky is breathtakingly beautiful.?
Baihaba: Continue to Baihaba Village to feel the tranquility and beauty of this border village.?
Burqin: Head to Burqin County, enjoying the magnificent natural scenery along the way.?
World Ghost City: Visit the World Ghost City scenic area to feel the magnificent and mysterious landforms carved by nature and the Yadan landform.?
Kuitun/Dushanzi: Head to Kuitun or Dushanzi as a transit stop for rest and adjustment.?
Sayram Lake: Arrive at Sayram Lake to admire the lake scenery and encounter wild animals such as swans.?
Yining: Visit Yining City to understand the local ethnic culture and living customs.?
Karajun: Ride a horse across the Karajun Grassland and experience life as a grassland owner on horseback.?
Nalati: Head to Nalati Grassland to feel the vastness and magnificence of the grassland.?
Bayinbrook: Visit Bayinbrook Grassland and admire the sunset beauty of the Nine-Bend and Eighteen-Turn River.?
Duku Highway: Cross the Duku Highway to experience the breathtaking beauty of the Tianshan Mountains throughout the four seasons, enjoying natural landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and glaciers along the way.?
Return to Urumqi: End your pleasant journey and return to Urumqi City.?
This route covers the main attractions and unique scenery of the Northern Xinjiang route. It is recommended to adjust the itinerary according to personal time and preferences.?