October is a very suitable season for tourism in Xinjiang. The weather is moderate and the scenery is pleasant at this time, especially the Populus euphratica forest landscape in southern Xinjiang, which is even more fascinating. Here are a few recommendations for pure play tours in Xinjiang in October:
15-Day In-depth Pure Play Tour of the Southern Xinjiang Grand Loop:
Event Time: October 17th – October 31st, 2025
Event Routes: Including Fuzhou, Urumqi, Korla, Yuli County, Kuqa, Aksu, Kashgar, Taxkorgan, Hotan, Alar, Luntai, Huludao, Turpan, and other places.
Highlights: Visit famous attractions such as Lop Nur Grand Canyon, Kuqa Grand Canyon, Wensu Grand Canyon, Bachu Red Sea, Baisha Lake, and Karakul Lake.
Recommended Tourism Routes in Northern Xinjiang:
5/7-Day Autumn Tour of Populus euphratica Forests and Twin Lakes in Northern Xinjiang: Covering Urumqi, Toto Populus euphratica Forest, Mutar Desert, Sayram Lake, Hemu, Kanas, and other places.
6/8-Day Autumn Fairy Tale Tour of Northern Xinjiang: Including attractions such as Burqin, Kanas, Hemu, and Urho Magic City.
7/9-Day Panoramic Tour of Northern Xinjiang in Mid-Autumn: Covering famous attractions such as Tianshan Heavenly Lake, Koktokay, Kanas, Hemu, Urho Magic City, and Sayram Lake.
Recommended Special Trains for Southern Xinjiang Tourism:
9-Day Tour of Southern Xinjiang: Circumnavigate the Taklamakan Desert, visit the Horun-Iron Railway, and explore Kashgar, Hotan, Lop Nur Village of罗布人, and other places.
Legendary Silk Road · 5-Day Tour of Ancient Kuchi: Covering attractions such as the Mysterious Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa王府, Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves, and Xayar Populus euphratica Forest.
National Day Pure Play Group for Populus euphratica Forests in Southern Xinjiang:
Provide pure play small group services in southern Xinjiang, including visits to Populus euphratica forests, Kashgar Old Town, and other famous attractions.
Journey to the Golden Autumn of Southern Xinjiang:
Event Time: October 15th to 29th, 2024.
Highlights: Visit Lop Nur Village of罗布人, Kuqa王府, Kashgar Old Town, etc.
Autumn Foliage Appreciation Guide for Populus euphratica Forests in Southern Xinjiang:
Provide highlights and transportation tips for autumn foliage appreciation of Populus euphratica forests in southern Xinjiang, recommending attractions such as Luntai Populus euphratica Forest and Lop Nur Village of罗布人.
Please note that the above recommendations are for reference only. Specific itineraries and costs may vary depending on the travel agency and season. When selecting a tour group, it is recommended to carefully compare factors such as itinerary arrangements, prices, service quality, etc., among different products, and choose a travel agency with a good reputation and formal qualifications. In addition, as tourism activities involve personal safety and property safety, please be sure to understand and comply with local safety regulations and precautions before traveling.