The golden autumn travel guide for southern Xinjiang mainly includes two parts: itinerary planning and must-visit attractions.?
Itinerary Planning:?
The golden autumn travel itinerary in southern Xinjiang can be arranged from 7 to 15 days, depending on personal time and interests. Below is an example of a typical 7-day itinerary:?
D1: Arrive in Kashgar, visit Kashgar Old City, and experience Uyghur customs and the labyrinth-like urban block.?
D2: Head to Bachu Populus euphratica Forest to admire the golden autumn scenery of the Populus euphratica forest, and then proceed to Bachu or Aksu for overnight stay.?
D3: Cross the Taklamakan Desert to experience the desert scenery, and enjoy local cuisine and overnight stay at Hetian Night Market.?
D4: Visit the Zepu Golden Populus euphratica Forest to experience the magnificent scenery of the Populus euphratica forest, and then proceed to Yarkand to explore the old city there.?
D5: Visit the Yarkand Khan’s Tomb to learn about the history and culture of southern Xinjiang, and spend the afternoon freely exploring the old city of Yarkand.?
D6: Head to Baisha Lake and Mustag Atash Glacier Park to admire the beauty of the plateau lake and glaciers, and stay overnight in Taxkorgan County.?
D7: Visit Panlong Ancient Road and Bandier Lake to experience the magnificent scenery of southern Xinjiang, and then return to Kashgar to end the trip.?
Must-visit Attractions:?
Kashgar Old City: The only labyrinth-like urban block in China with Islamic cultural characteristics, the buildings within the old city are full of rich Uyghur style.?
Populus euphratica Forest: The Populus euphratica forest in southern Xinjiang during golden autumn is a must-see attraction, such as the Bachu Populus euphratica Forest and Zepu Golden Populus euphratica Forest. The golden Populus euphratica forest is particularly charming against the blue sky and white clouds.?
Taklamakan Desert: Crossing the Taklamakan Desert is an excellent way to experience the desert scenery of southern Xinjiang. You can choose to cross it by hiking, self-driving, or camel riding.?
Baisha Lake and Mustag Atash Glacier Park: These two attractions are located near Taxkorgan County, and are great places to enjoy the beauty of plateau lakes and glaciers.?
Panlong Ancient Road and Bandier Lake: Panlong Ancient Road is famous for its winding road and magnificent scenery, while Bandier Lake attracts tourists with its clear lake water and surrounding natural landscapes.?
When planning a golden autumn tour in southern Xinjiang, you can also adjust the itinerary according to personal interests and time, such as adding visits to other famous attractions in southern Xinjiang, like the Mystic Grand Canyon of Tianshan Mountains and Wensu Grand Canyon.?
. Meanwhile, be sure to check the local weather and traffic conditions beforehand to better arrange your itinerary.?