The 6-day and 5-night travel plan for Huocheng, Yili, Xinjiang is as follows:?
Day 1: Urumqi – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Qingshuihe?
Depart from Urumqi for Sayram Lake to admire the scenery known as the ‘Last Tear of the Atlantic Ocean’. You can take a walk along the lake or take a boat tour.?
Then head to the Guozigou Bridge to feel its grandeur. It is recommended to overlook it from a nearby hill or take a walk along the Guozigou River for a close-up view.?
Arrive at Qingshuihe in the evening for accommodation.?
Day 2: Qingshuihe – Huocheng Lavender Manor – Qiongkushitai – Tekes County?
In the morning, head to Huocheng Lavender Manor and immerse yourself in the sea of purple flowers (the best viewing period is from June to August).?
Then head to Qiongkushitai Village to enjoy the scenery of wooden houses in the grassland and experience the joy of horse riding.?
Stay overnight in Tekes County.?
Day 3: Tekes – Karajun Grassland – Nalati?
Head to the Karajun Grassland to admire scenic spots such as the Human-shaped Grassland. It is an important heritage site of the World Natural Heritage, Tianshan Mountains in Xinjiang.?
In the afternoon, head to Nalati and stay overnight there.?
Day 4: Nalati – Bayinbrook?
Visit the Nalati Grassland, and you can choose the Aerial Grassland route.?
In the afternoon, head to Bayinbrook to watch the sunset at the Nine-Bend and Eighteen-Turn Scenic Area.?
Day 5: Bayinbrook – Duku Highway – Urumqi?
Return to Urumqi along the Duku Highway, enjoying the ever-changing scenery of snow-capped mountains, forests, and grasslands along the way.?
Day 6: Urumqi City Tour?
Visit the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region Museum to learn about the history and culture of Xinjiang.?
You can also go to the International Bazaar to purchase special souvenirs and taste local cuisine.?
In addition, Huocheng also has attractions worth visiting such as Huanghuang Village, Kazanqi Folk Village, and Six-Star Street. You can adjust your itinerary appropriately according to personal interests and schedule.?
. During the trip, please pay attention to sunscreen and warmth. The temperature difference between morning and evening in Xinjiang is large, and the weather is changeable.?