The Xinjiang travel guide mainly includes key points such as the best travel time, must-visit attractions, travel preparations, and transportation options.?
I. Best Travel Time?
Xinjiang is vast, and the best travel times vary in different regions. Overall, from May to October is the golden period for visiting Xinjiang. From May to June, the grasslands in the Ili region are lush and wildflowers bloom competitively, making it an excellent time to appreciate natural scenery; from July to August, temperatures rise throughout Xinjiang, and fruits ripen one after another, making it the peak season for visiting northern Xinjiang attractions such as Kanas and Hemu; from September to October, autumn in Xinjiang is colorful, with trees in Kanas and poplar forests presenting a charming golden yellow, making it a paradise for photographers.?
In addition, southern Xinjiang has no off-season throughout the year. From March to April, you can enjoy the apricot blossoms in southern Xinjiang and Ili; from November to February, you can see snow and go skiing in northern Xinjiang, and view snowy mountains and glaciers in southern Xinjiang.?
II. Must-Visit Attractions?
There are numerous must-visit attractions in Xinjiang, including Kanas Scenic Area (known as the ‘God’s Backyard’, with superb autumn scenery), Nalati Grassland (one of the four major grasslands in the world, with magnificent scenery), Hemu Village (a village resembling a fairy tale world), Sayram Lake (described as the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean), Kashgar Old Town (full of humanistic charm), etc.?
In addition, Qiongkushitai, Karajun Grassland, Tangbula Grassland, Duku Highway, etc., are also scenic spots not to be missed.?
III. Travel Preparations?
Before traveling, comprehensive preparations need to be made. Firstly, prepare warm clothing because the diurnal temperature variation in Xinjiang is large, and even in summer, the nighttime temperature may drop to lower levels. Secondly, do a good job of sun protection by bringing high-SPF sunscreen, sun-protective clothing, sun hats, sunglasses, etc. In addition, also bring skincare products and lip balms with good moisturizing effects to replenish moisture at any time. Meanwhile, don’t forget to bring essentials such as ID cards, chargers, power banks, cameras, etc.?
IV. Transportation Options?
The distances between attractions in Xinjiang are far, and transportation costs are relatively high. You can choose various modes of transportation such as airplanes, trains, renting a car for self-driving, chartering a car, carpooling/joining a group tour, etc. Airplanes and trains are suitable for long-distance travel but have higher costs; renting a car for self-driving and chartering a car offer higher freedom, but the costs are also not low; carpooling/joining a group tour is an economical and secure choice.?
When choosing the mode of transportation, arrange it reasonably according to your budget and time.?
Above is a detailed travel guide to Xinjiang, hoping it will be helpful for your trip. Wish you a pleasant journey!?