An 8-day trip to Xinjiang can be arranged to be rich and colorful, covering multiple famous attractions and unique experiences in Northern Xinjiang.?
Here is a recommended 8-day itinerary for traveling in Xinjiang:?
Day 1: Depart from Urumqi?
Visit the cultural landmarks of Urumqi downtown, such as Hongshan Park, Hongguangshan Big Buddha Temple, and Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region Museum, to feel the history and cultural charm of the city.?
Day 2: Tianshan Heavenly Lake and Surroundings?
Delve into nature, appreciate the magnificent scenery of Tianshan Heavenly Lake, and also explore the unique scenery of West Small Heavenly Lake and Karamay Nature Reserve.?
Day 3: Kanas Scenic Area?
Head to Northern Xinjiang, immerse yourself in the tranquility of Kanas Lake, and visit the primitive scenery of the Hemu Scenic Area. You can choose to stay in Kanas or Hemu in the evening.?
Day 4: Hemu and Devil’s City?
Depart from Hemu, cross the magnificent Hemu Grassland and the mysterious Birch Forest, explore the magical colors of Colorful Beach, and then experience the unique landforms of the World Devil’s City.?
Day 5: Dushanzi Grand Canyon and Sayram Lake?
Admire the spectacular scenery of Dushanzi Grand Canyon and experience the wonders of nature. Afterwards, head to Sayram Lake to enjoy its tranquility and beauty, and feel the unique charm of plateau lakes.?
Day 6: Nalati Aerial Grassland?
Head to Nalati Aerial Grassland, visit the online celebrity bridge, and experience the vastness of the grassland and the beauty of nature.?
Day 7: Bayanbulak and Swan Lake?
Visit Bayanbulak’s Nine-Curve-Eighteen-Bend and Swan Lake to feel the grandeur and mystery of nature. You can choose to stay in Hejing or Heshuo in the evening.?
Day 8: Return to Urumqi?
Cross the Tianshan Mountains, enjoy the wonders of the Gobi Desert, and finally return to Urumqi to end the pleasant journey.?
In addition, Xinjiang’s cuisine is also a major highlight, such as mixed noodles, hand-grabbed rice, cold-water fish, grilled mutton kebabs, barbecue, spicy chicken with pepper and numbing sauce, Xinjiang-style fried rice noodles, large plate chicken, baked stuffed buns, as well as various flavors of yogurt products, etc., are all delicious foods that cannot be missed.?
During the trip, please make sure to pay attention to the local weather and traffic conditions, and respect the local customs and habits to ensure a smooth trip.?