Traveling to Xinjiang in late November, it is recommended to choose the Northern Xinjiang Loop Route, especially the Altay region, to experience the charm of the ice and snow world and enjoy winter activities such as skiing and ice sculpting.?
. Here are some specific travel tips:?
Route Selection:?
Kanas-Hemu Small Loop Route: Starting from Altay, 3-4 days are sufficient. Daily drives are short, making the trip more comfortable.?
Altay + Sayram Lake Route: Due to the different directions of the two attractions, at least 6 days of pure playtime are required.?
Altay + Sayram Lake + Yili: Requires at least 8 days or more, suitable for travelers with sufficient budgets and time. You can first visit the popular Kanas and Hemu, then head to the lesser-known Yili region in winter for a richer experience.?
Recommended Classic Routes (6 days as an example):?
D1: Urumqi – S21 – Pass by Wulungu Lake Ice Lake – Sea Devil’s City – Burqin?
D2: Burqin – Wolong Bay – Moon Bay – Shenxian Bay – Kanas Lake Stroll – Snow Mushrooms – Kanas?
D3: Kanas – Snow Mushrooms – Stroll through the Three Bays – Hemu?
D4: Hemu – Sunrise Morning Fog – Jikepulin Ski Resort – Burqin?
D5: Burqin – Snowfield Hot Spring – Tianci Shengquan Resort Hotel?
D6: Tianci Hot Spring – Shawan Large Platter Chicken – Yema Ecological Park – Urumqi?
Precautions:?
Winter temperatures in Xinjiang are low, especially in northern Xinjiang regions such as Altay. Therefore, be sure to bring enough warm clothing.?
Winter activities such as skiing require certain equipment and skills. It is recommended to prepare in advance or rent related equipment locally.?
The attractions in Xinjiang are relatively scattered, and some road segments may be closed due to weather conditions. Therefore, it is recommended to plan your itinerary in advance and pay attention to local weather and road condition information.?
In addition, although attractions such as the Populus euphratica forests in southern Xinjiang in late November may have passed their best viewing period, the Kashgar Old City, the Tarim Populus euphratica Forest (if leaves are still on the trees), Lop Nur Village, and other places in southern Xinjiang are still worth visiting.?
. If time permits, you may also consider including southern Xinjiang in your itinerary.?