The itinerary for a conventional 8-day tour of Xinjiang can be very rich. Here is a recommended itinerary example:?
Day 1: Arrival in Urumqi?
Upon arrival in Urumqi, a shuttle will pick you up and take you to the hotel for rest and adjustment, preparing you for the upcoming itinerary.?
Alternatively, you can choose to go straight to the International Bazaar to experience the exotic architecture and take photos with Afandi and his little donkey.?
Day 2: Tours around Urumqi?
You can choose to visit Tianshan Tianchi, a national 5A-level scenic area known as the "Realm of the Queen Mother of the West", to feel its mystery and beauty.?
Another option is to head to Colorful Beach to admire the unique Yadan landform and colorful hues, staying overnight in Burqin.?
Day 3: Burqin to Kanas?
Departing from Burqin, head to the Kanas scenic area to visit Kanas Lake, search for the legendary lake monster, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Moon Bay, Wolong Bay, and Shenxian Bay.?
Day 4: Kanas to Hemu?
After continuing to explore Kanas, head to Hemu Village to experience the tranquility and beauty of the countryside. You can choose to stay overnight in Hemu.?
Day 5: Hemu to World Devil City?
Departing from Hemu, explore the World Devil City, named for the strange rumbling sounds made by the wind blowing sand, which is filled with a sense of historical precipitation. Afterwards, head to Wuerhe and stay overnight in Karamay.?
Day 6: Sayram Lake and Guozigou?
Head to Sayram Lake, entering through the East Gate and exiting through the South Gate, taking a counterclockwise loop around the lake to admire the lakeside scenery. Meanwhile, don’t miss the spectacular view of the Guozigou Bridge.?
Day 7: Nalati Aerial Grassland and Duku Highway?
Departing from Yining, visit the Nalati Aerial Grassland to feel its vastness and grandeur. Afterwards, continue along the Duku Highway to experience this steep, beautiful, and perilous road spanning the north and south of Mount Tianshan.?
Day 8: Return to Urumqi and end the trip?
Returning to Urumqi along the Duku Highway to conclude this unforgettable trip to Xinjiang. On the way back, you can reminisce about what you have seen and heard over the past few days, taking home a heart full of memories.?
This itinerary covers multiple famous attractions in Xinjiang, including natural scenery and cultural landscapes, allowing you to fully experience the charm and characteristics of Xinjiang. Of course, the specific itinerary can be adjusted according to personal interests and actual circumstances.?