For a 2-day tour in Urumqi, Xinjiang, you can choose to visit historic sites and taste local cuisine in the downtown area, or explore the surrounding natural scenery areas.?
Day 1: Urumqi downtown tour?
Morning: After arriving in Urumqi, you can first rest in a hotel in the downtown area. It is recommended to choose a hotel in the downtown area for convenient transportation, saving travel time, and easy access to major attractions.?
Afterwards, you can head to the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region Museum to visit precious artifacts such as the mummy specimens in Exhibition Hall 5 and the?
Afternoon: Visit Hongshan Park, which is a historic park in Urumqi and also one of its landmarks. The park is shaded by green trees, and you can climb up to the TV tower on the top of Hongshan Mountain to overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire Urumqi city.?
Evening: Savor the delicacies of Urumqi, such as grilled mutton skewers, big plate chicken, and lagmen, which are specialty snacks of Xinjiang. You can visit Lingguan Alley or the Dabazha Night Market, where there are various food stalls offering different flavors.?
Day 2: Natural scenery tour around Urumqi?
Morning: Head to the Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area to admire the beautiful scenery of colorful autumn foliage intertwined with snow-capped mountains. The journey from the city to the scenic area takes about 1 hour, followed by a shuttle bus ride to the foot of the mountain, and then a cable car ride up Maya Mountain for a panoramic view.?
Afternoon: Continue exploring at the Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area, or choose other nearby attractions, such as Grape Valley and Flaming Mountain in Turpan, to experience the unique charm of Xinjiang.?
If time permits, you can also consider visiting the Nanshan Scenic Area, strolling along the mountain trails, and breathing in fresh air.?
In addition, you can also choose other route combinations, such as a 2-day tour of Tianchi + Jiangbulake Grassland, or a 2-day tour of the Duku Highway, etc., based on your interests and time.?
The above itinerary suggestions can be adjusted according to your actual situation and preferences to ensure a pleasant journey.?