Recommended travel guide for a five-day trip to Xinjiang in July is as follows:?
Itinerary Arrangement:?
Day 1: First Experience of Urumqi?
Arrive in Urumqi and check into the hotel.?
For dinner, it is recommended to taste authentic local cuisine such as fried rice noodles and hand-grabbed rice.?
Stroll through Dabaza and experience the nightlife and unique charm of Urumqi.?
Day 2: One-day trip to Tianshan Tianchi?
Set out for Tianshan Tianchi in the morning to appreciate the picturesque lake scenery like a ‘fairyland on earth’.?
Take a boat tour on the lake or hike up the mountain to explore the primitive forest and alpine meadows.?
Return to Urumqi in the afternoon, rest after dinner, and prepare for the next itinerary.?
Day 3: Kanas Scenic Area Exploration?
Set out for Kanas Scenic Area in the morning to visit famous attractions such as Shenxian Bay, Wolong Bay, and Moon Bay.?
Experience the different colors of Kanas Lake presented due to seasonal and weather changes, as well as the surrounding primitive forests and magnificent snow-capped mountains.?
For dinner, taste local specialty foods in Burqin, such as cold-water fish.?
Day 4: Sayram Lake and Yining?
Set out for Sayram Lake in the morning to take a lake tour and have the opportunity to take photos with swans.?
Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Sayram Lake and feel its charm as one of the rare beautiful lakes in Xinjiang.?
In the afternoon, head to Yining, check into the hotel, and visit Liuxing Street. For dinner, it is recommended to taste local delicacies such as hand-grabbed beef.?
Day 5: Yipalihan Lavender Garden and Nalati Grassland?
Set out for Yipalihan Lavender Scenic Area in the morning, visit and take photos as souvenirs.?
Then head to Nalati Grassland to experience the fun of horse riding, herding, and picnicking, enjoying the colorful and vast expanse of the grassland.?
Return to Urumqi in the afternoon or arrange the return trip according to your flight schedule.?
Precautions:?
Xinjiang has a dry climate and strong ultraviolet rays. It is recommended to bring sunscreen and hydrating products.?
The temperature difference between morning and evening is large. It is recommended to bring long-sleeved clothes to cope with the chill in the morning and evening.?
Xinjiang is vast, and the distance between attractions is relatively far. It is recommended to reasonably arrange the itinerary to avoid fatigue driving.?
You can choose to join a group tour or self-drive, but for self-drive, it is recommended to plan the route and accommodation in advance.?
Respect local customs and habits, and pay attention to civilized and polite behavior.?
Through the above itinerary and precautions, you can fully experience the beautiful scenery and delicious food of Xinjiang in July and enjoy an unforgettable five-day trip.?