If you are traveling to Northern Xinjiang in mid-June, it is recommended to choose the 8-Day Northern Xinjiang Loop Tour or the Kanas-Yili Grand Loop Self-driving Tour. You can enjoy beautiful scenery such as grasslands, lakes, and snow-capped mountains, while also enjoying relatively affordable travel prices.?
I. Recommended Routes?
8-Day Northern Xinjiang Loop Tour?
Day 1: Depart from Urumqi, cross the S201 Desert Highway, visit Wulunggu Lake, enjoy the sunset at Wucaitan, and stay overnight in Burqin.?
Day 2: Depart from Burqin, visit Baisha Mountain, stay overnight in Hemu Village, and experience the picturesque scenery of Hemu Village.?
Day 3: Depart from Hemu Village, visit Kanas Three Bays (Shenxian Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay) and Kanas Lake, and stay overnight in Jiadengyu or Kanas.?
Day 4: Depart from Kanas, visit Urho Devil’s City and Ten Thousand Acres of Poplar Forest, and stay overnight in Urho.?
Day 5: Depart from Urho, visit Sayram Lake and Guozigou Bridge, and stay overnight in Qingshuihe.?
Day 6: Depart from Qingshuihe, visit lavender fields and Nalati Aerial Grassland, and stay overnight in Nalati.?
Day 7: Depart from Nalati, visit the northern section of the Duku Highway, Tangbula Hundred-Mile Gallery, and Fairy Lake, and stay overnight in Dushanzi.?
Day 8: Depart from Dushanzi Grand Canyon, visit the S101 Highway, and return to Urumqi.?
Kanas-Yili Grand Loop Self-driving Tour?
This route is more flexible and can be selected according to personal preferences and time arrangements. The general route includes Urumqi to Burqin, Burqin to Kanas, Kanas to Hemu Village, and Hemu Village to Yili, where you can enjoy a wealth of natural landscapes and cultural customs along the way.?
II. Travel Tips?
Weather and Equipment: The weather in June is unpredictable, with sunny and rainy days alternating. Be sure to check the weather forecast before departure and prepare corresponding equipment, such as raincoats and sunscreen.?
Accommodation Reservation: From June to mid-September, it can be difficult to find availability in the cabins at Kanas and Hemu scenic areas. It is recommended to plan your trip and book accommodations in advance.?
Transportation and Tickets: When self-driving, pay attention to road conditions and fuel tank levels, and refuel in a timely manner. Meanwhile, tickets for scenic areas such as Kanas need to be purchased in advance, including shuttle bus tickets, to avoid delaying your itinerary.?
Health and Safety: Xinjiang has a dry climate, which can easily cause nosebleeds. If possible, bring a small humidifier. Additionally, areas such as Bayinbrook have many mosquitoes, so be prepared with insect repellent before traveling and try to avoid wearing short sleeves or skirts.?
Through the above strategies, I believe you can enjoy an unforgettable trip to Northern Xinjiang in mid-June.?