The conventional tourist routes in Xinjiang mainly include the following several routes:?
1. Kanas Loop: Usually lasting for 5-7 days, it covers attractions such as Kanas, Hemu, Koktokay, and the Devil’s City, each as beautiful as a fairyland.?
2. Yili Loop: Suitable for a 6-10 day itinerary, it includes the stunning scenery at the foot of the Tianshan Mountains such as Sayram Lake, Nalati Grasslands, and Xiata, making people reluctant to leave.?
3. Kanas-Yili Loop: Combining the best of Kanas and Yili, lasting for 11-13 days, it is the most scenic natural journey in Northern Xinjiang.?
4. Northern Xinjiang Grand Loop: A self-driving tour around Northern Xinjiang lasting for 13-17 days, where you can experience various landforms such as deserts, Gobi, snow-capped mountains, and grasslands.?
5. Southern Xinjiang Grand Loop: Also lasting for 13-17 days, it covers the Pamir Plateau, Kunlun Mountains, Taklamakan Desert, etc., a perfect fusion of cultural customs and natural landscapes.?
In addition, there are routes such as the 8-day, 7-night ‘All the Way North’ journey in Northern Xinjiang, the 9-day, 8-night ‘Irtysh Kanas’ route combining Northern and some Eastern Xinjiang, and the 7-day, 6-night ‘Duku Southern Xinjiang’ itinerary. These routes all include famous attractions in Xinjiang and are reasonably designed to meet the travel needs of different tourists.?
All the above routes showcase Xinjiang’s rich natural scenery and cultural landscapes. Tourists can choose suitable routes for their trips based on their time and interests. During the trip, it is recommended to learn about the local climate, transportation, and accommodation in advance to ensure a smooth journey.?