The best routes and times for traveling in Xinjiang vary depending on personal preferences and seasonal changes. Here are some suggested best routes and corresponding times:?
Best routes and times?
Kanas Loop (5-7 days)?
Best time: September to October?
Attractions include: Kanas, Hemu Village, Koktokay, Ghost Town, etc.?
Yili Loop (6-10 days)?
Best time: May to August, especially June when the grassland flower seas and lavender are in bloom.?
Attractions include: Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Xiata, Tangbula, Duku Highway, etc.?
Kanas-Yili Loop (11-13 days)?
Best time: May to October?
Route features: Combines the best attractions of the Kanas Loop and Yili Loop, offering the most scenic natural landscapes in northern Xinjiang.?
Northern Xinjiang Grand Loop (13-17 days)?
Best time: May to November?
Route features: A self-drive tour around the entire northern Xinjiang, including desert and Gobi landscapes in the eastern Xinjiang areas of Turpan, Hejing, and Hami.?
Southern Xinjiang Grand Loop (13-17 days)?
Best time: September to November, March to May?
Route features: Mainly focuses on experiencing cultural customs, passing through places like the Taklimakan Desert, Pamir Plateau, Kunlun Mountains, etc.?
Southern Xinjiang Small Loop (11-13 days)?
Best time: Spring and autumn, especially mid-to-late October when the Populus euphratica forests are beautiful.?
Route features: A condensed version of the Southern Xinjiang Grand Loop, it still allows you to experience the key attractions of southern Xinjiang.?
Grand Xinjiang Loop (40-50 days)?
Best time: May to November?
Route features: It combines the best of northern and southern Xinjiang, offering a comprehensive tour of Xinjiang.?
Precautions?
Xinjiang has a vast territory with scattered attractions. It is recommended to plan your itinerary in advance and arrange your time reasonably.?
Xinjiang has different scenic characteristics in different seasons, so choosing the right travel time is very important.?
During the trip, pay attention to weather changes and local customs and habits to ensure a pleasant journey.?
Please choose a suitable travel route and time based on personal interests and actual circumstances.?