The July travel guide for northern Xinjiang mainly includes the following recommended routes and attractions:
Recommended route:
Day 1: Urumqi – S21 – Burqin. Along the way, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the S21 Desert Highway. After arriving in Burqin, you can visit Wucaitan and experience the local nightlife
Day 2: Burqin – Habahe River – Baihaba. Visit the Sino-Kazakhstan Border Grand Canyon, experience the pastoral life of the Tuvans, and camp at night to watch the stars
Day 3: In-depth tour of Baihaba Village, enjoying a slow-paced life
Day 4: Baihaba – Kanas – Jadenyu. Visit Kanas Lake and feel its lakes and mountains
Subsequent itinerary: You can choose to visit Jadenyu,乌尔禾魔鬼城 (Wulhe Devil’s City), Karamay/Kuitun, and then proceed to Sayram Lake, Yining, and other places to experience more natural and cultural landscapes
Recommended attractions:
Kanas Lake: Known as the "God’s Back Garden", its lakes and mountains are breathtakingly beautiful, making it an excellent spot for observing wildlife and capturing the starry sky in summer
Sayram Lake: Known as the "Last Tear of the Atlantic", with a 90-kilometer-long lakeside, it is suitable for leisurely strolling and enjoying the beautiful scenery
Wucaitan: Located in Burqin, it attracts many tourists with its magnificent scenery
Baihaba Village: Experience the pastoral life of the Tuvans and enjoy a slow-paced lifestyle
In addition, you can also consider visiting attractions such as Tianshan Heavenly Lake and Nalati Grassland, which attract countless travelers with their unique natural scenery and cultural landscapes
During the trip, it is recommended to reserve enough time to visit the main attractions and enjoy the fun of traveling. At the same time, be sure to prepare well for the trip, including understanding the local climate, cultural customs, etc., to ensure a smooth trip