The travel routes in northern and southern Xinjiang mainly include the Great Circle Route of Northern and Southern Xinjiang starting from Urumqi, as well as the optional Northern Xinjiang Loop or Southern Xinjiang Loop.?
The Great Circle Route of Northern and Southern Xinjiang is a route for an in-depth tour of Xinjiang with a relatively long distance, usually taking about 20 days. This route starts from Urumqi, crosses the mysterious scenery of Northern Xinjiang, such as Kanas Lake and Hemu Village, and then heads south to Southern Xinjiang to explore humanistic attractions such as Kashgar Old City and Baisha Lake. The entire itinerary covers the magnificent natural scenery and rich human history of Xinjiang.?
If you have more time, you can choose the complete Great Circle Route of Northern and Southern Xinjiang to fully experience the diverse charm of Xinjiang. The route roughly includes important attractions such as Urumqi, Colorful Beach, Kanas, Hemo, Burqin, Ghost City, Sayram Lake, Yining, Nalati Grassland, Bayinbrook, Mysterious Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa, Wensu Grand Canyon, Aksu, Kashgar, etc.?
If time is limited, you can also choose the Northern Xinjiang Loop or Southern Xinjiang Loop for an in-depth tour. The Northern Xinjiang Loop focuses on natural scenery, such as Koktokay, Kanas, and Hemo, which are suitable for autumn visits to admire the golden birch forests and lakes shrouded in morning mist.?
The Southern Xinjiang Loop focuses more on humanistic scenery, such as Kashgar Old City, Baisha Lake, and Mujiang Volcano, where you can experience the remnants of the Silk Road and unique ethnic customs in Xinjiang.?
In addition, the Duku Highway is also a must-visit for self-driving tours in Xinjiang, known as the "Most Beautiful Highway in Tianshan". Along the way, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, canyons, forests, and other landscapes appear in succession, making it a peak masterpiece of self-driving in Xinjiang.?
The above routes are for reference only, and specific itineraries can be adjusted according to personal interests and time. When planning the itinerary, it is recommended to consider the actual situation in terms of transportation, accommodation, catering, etc., to ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey.?