The Northern Xinjiang travel guide mainly includes the best travel time, must-visit attractions, and itinerary planning.?
Best Travel Time:?
The golden period for visiting Northern Xinjiang is from May to October. From May to June, the grasslands in the Yili region are lush and wildflowers are in full bloom, making it an excellent time to enjoy natural scenery; from July to August, temperatures rise and fruits ripen, making it the peak season for visiting scenic areas such as Kanas and Hemu; from September to October, autumn in Xinjiang is colorful, making it a paradise for photographers.?
Must-visit Attractions:?
Kanas Scenic Area: Located in the Altai Mountains, it is called ‘God’s Back Garden’. It is picturesque throughout the four seasons, especially in autumn, when the Three Bays (Shenxian Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay) offer stunning scenery.?
Sayram Lake: Known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean’, its water is clear and the scenery is magnificent.?
Nalati Grassland: The flower sea in June is enchanting, making it a great destination for grassland exploration.?
Duku Highway: Connecting snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and other landscapes, it is known as ‘the most beautiful highway in China’.?
Example Itinerary:?
Day 1: Depart from Urumqi, embark on the S21 Desert Highway, enjoy the unique landscape of the desert intertwined with the highway, arrive at the Colorful Beach in the evening to admire the Yardang landform, and stay in Burqin at night.?
Day 2: Depart from Burqin to Kanas, take a walk along Kanas Lake to enjoy the beautiful scenery, and stay in a log cabin within the Kanas scenic area at night.?
Day 3: Get up early to watch the morning fog at Shenxian Bay, hike through the Three Bays, and proceed to Hemu Village in the afternoon to stay in a log cabin.?
In addition, you can also visit other attractions such as Tekes Bagua City and Xiate Glacier according to your interests and schedule. During the trip, remember to apply for a pass for the border scenic areas in advance and prepare corresponding clothing and supplies.?
The above guide is for reference only, and the specific itinerary needs to be adjusted according to personal interests and time. Wish you a pleasant trip to Northern Xinjiang!?