You can choose the following itineraries for a five-day tour of Xinjiang:?
Itinerary 1: Northern Xinjiang Classic Tour?
Day 1: Urumqi – Koktokay. Depart from Urumqi in the morning and head to Koktokay to admire its magnificent natural scenery and abundant mineral resources. In the afternoon, visit the Irtysh Grand Canyon and Shenzhong Mountain to feel the steep landforms and clear streams.?
Day 2: Koktokay – Colorful Beach – Hemu. In the morning, head to Colorful Beach to admire the colorful Gobi desert landscape. In the afternoon, follow the Ahe Highway to Hemu Village to experience the life and culture of the Tuvans and enjoy the tranquil rural scenery.?
Day 3: Hemu – Kanas. After playing in Hemu, head to Kanas Lake to admire the scenic beauty of Shenxian Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay, etc. You can also take a boat tour of the lake to explore the mysterious lake monster.?
Day 4: Kanas – Burqin – Colorful Beach. Continue playing in Kanas in the morning, then head to Burqin in the afternoon, and visit Colorful Beach, where the colorful riverbank contrasts with the lush green valley scenery across the way.?
Day 5: Burqin – Urumqi. End the journey by returning to Urumqi from Burqin, and review the wonderful moments of these days along the way.?
Itinerary 2: Southern Xinjiang Folk Customs Experience?
Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi, take a short rest, then head to Hongshan Park to overlook the panoramic view of Urumqi city, and afterward visit the International Bazaar to experience the rich ethnic atmosphere.?
Day 2: Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi. Spend the whole day taking a tourist bus or a chartered car to Tianshan Tianchi, enjoy the surrounding snow-capped mountains and clear lake water, and also hike to explore the surrounding forests and alpine meadows.?
Day 3: Urumqi – Sayram Lake – Yining. Depart from Urumqi and head to Sayram Lake to admire the clear lake water, then proceed to Yining for rest.?
Day 4: Yining – Qiongkushitai – Tekes. Head to Qiongkushitai, pass through the primitive forest, and arrive in Tekes in the afternoon to experience the interesting atmosphere of the town.?
Day 5: Tekes – Urumqi. Return to Urumqi from Tekes to end the southern Xinjiang folk customs tour.?
Both of the above itineraries cover multiple highlights of Xinjiang, and you can choose the route that suits you based on personal preferences and actual circumstances.?