Visiting Xinjiang can be done through self-drive travel, with a well-planned route, paying attention to the best travel times and related matters.?
Firstly, determine your travel route. Xinjiang has multiple beautiful self-drive routes, such as the Tianshan Heavenly Lake and Flaming Mountains tour, where you can admire the magnificent snow-capped mountains, clear lakes, and unique Flaming Mountains landscape?
; The North-South Xinjiang Grand Circle allows you to experience the autumn scenery of Kanas in Northern Xinjiang and the charm of the Taklamakan Desert in Southern Xinjiang, spanning a total of 4,800 kilometers and taking at least half a month to complete?
. In addition, there are also routes such as the Kanas Circle, Ili Circle, and Southern Xinjiang Grand Circle, each with its unique scenery and culture?
Secondly, pay attention to the best travel times. Each season in Xinjiang has its unique charm, but generally speaking, June to September is when the grasslands are lush and wildflowers are in bloom, suitable for routes such as the Northern Xinjiang Grand Circle and the Ili Circle; while mid-October is when Kanas has the most beautiful autumn scenery, and the Southern Xinjiang Grand Circle is also best at this time?
When packing, don’t forget to bring necessary documents such as ID cards, driver’s licenses (essential for self-drive travel), and border defense certificates (needed in some areas); for vehicles, check the brake system, bring a spare tire and tools; and don’t forget to prepare daily necessities such as sunscreen, insulated water bottles, and common medications?
Lastly, don’t forget to taste the delicacies of Xinjiang, such as Big Plate Chicken, Nangke Rou (meat baked in a nang pit), and baked buns, as well as local fruits, such as watermelons, Hami melons, and grapes, which are all ultimate treats for your taste buds?
In addition, the magical highways such as Duku Highway and Yizhao Highway are also highlights of self-drive travel in Xinjiang, but attention should be paid to road conditions and vehicle restrictions?
. During the trip, you can also visit famous attractions such as Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Hemu Village, etc., to experience the natural scenery and cultural charm of Xinjiang?