Early June is one of the best times to visit Northern Xinjiang. At this time, the natural scenery of Northern Xinjiang is breathtakingly beautiful, and travel costs are relatively low.?
1. Itinerary Planning?
In early June, Northern Xinjiang boasts green grasslands, lakes as blue as jade, and majestic snow-capped mountains, making it an excellent destination for photography and outdoor activities. Here is an 8-day itinerary for a Northern Xinjiang circuit tour:?
Day 1: Depart from Urumqi, pass through S201 Desert Highway, arrive at Wulungu Lake, enjoy the sunset at Wucai Beach, and stay overnight in Burqin.?
Day 2: Depart from Burqin, head to Baisha Mountain, stay overnight in Hemu Village, and experience the unique charm of wooden cabins.?
Day 3: Explore the Kanas Three Bays in Hemu Village, tour Kanas Lake, feel the grandeur of the lake and mountains, and stay overnight in Jiadengyu or Kanas.?
Day 4: Depart from Kanas, visit Urho Devil’s City, explore the ten-thousand-mu Populus euphratica forest, and stay overnight in Urho.?
Day 5: Visit Sayram Lake and Guozigou Bridge, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lake and mountains and the grandeur of the bridge, and stay overnight in Qingshuihe.?
Day 6: Visit the lavender fields, tour the Nalati Aerial Grassland, feel the vastness of the grassland and the fragrance of lavender, and stay overnight in Nalati.?
Day 7: Pass through the northern section of the Duku Highway, explore Tangbula Hundred-Mile Gallery and Fairy Lake, and stay overnight in Dushanzi. The opening of the Duku Highway adds more fun and scenery to the trip.?
Day 8: Depart from Dushanzi Grand Canyon, pass through S101 Highway, and return to Urumqi to end your pleasant journey.?
2. Travel Tips?
Dress Code: The weather in Xinjiang in June is changeable, with higher average temperatures during the day. It is recommended to wear light and breathable clothing; in the morning and evening, it is cooler, so you need to prepare warm outfits or thin sweaters.?
Sunscreen Measures: Xinjiang has intense sunshine, so be sure to take sunscreen measures, such as applying sunscreen, wearing sun hats and sunglasses, etc.?
Travel Preparations: Due to the vast territory of Xinjiang and the long distances between attractions, it is recommended to plan your itinerary in advance and prepare enough food and water for unexpected needs.?
Safety First: During the tour, please be sure to abide by the regulations of the scenic areas and pay attention to safety, especially when playing in mountainous areas and near lakes.?
Through the above itinerary planning and travel tips, I believe you can have a pleasant and unforgettable trip in Northern Xinjiang in early June.?