The July Northern Xinjiang travel guide mainly covers the best tourist routes, must-visit attractions, and practical travel tips.?
Best Tourist Route?
July is the prime time to visit Northern Xinjiang. Below is a classic 7-8-day tourist route for Northern Xinjiang:?
Urumqi (1 day): Visit Tianshan Grand Canyon to experience local customs.?
Changji (1 day): Visit Tianshan Tianchi to admire the scenery of lakes and snow-capped mountains.?
Altay (2-3 days):?
Visit Kanas Lake to experience the beauty of primitive forests and lakes.?
Visit Hemu Village to experience the unique Tuwa culture (but note that Hemu Village may be crowded due to many tour groups, and accommodation fees are also high. You can choose whether to visit based on personal circumstances).?
Yili (2-3 days):?
Visit Sayram Lake to admire the interplay between the lake water and snow-capped mountains.?
Visit Guozigou Bridge.?
When visiting Nalati Grassland, especially Snow Lotus Valley, it is recommended to go early in the morning to avoid crowds.?
Must-Visit Attractions?
Kanas Lake Scenic Area: Located in the Altay Mountains, the lake water is clear and the scenery is enchanting. You can climb up the Fish Viewing Platform to overlook the entire Kanas Lake or take a stroll along the lakeside plank road.?
Sayram Lake: The lake water is crystal clear, reflecting the blue and green hues of the sky and surrounding snow-capped mountains, making it a paradise for photography enthusiasts.?
Nalati Aerial Grassland: It is recommended to visit Snow Lotus Valley early in the morning for photos, and then proceed to visit the Nomadic Family Grassland downstream.?
Tianshan Tianchi: Located in the hinterland of the Tianshan Mountains, the lake water is azure blue, surrounded by snow-capped mountains, making it suitable for photography and hiking.?
Practical Travel Tips?
Itinerary Planning: Given limited time and energy, it is recommended not to try to visit all attractions in a cursory manner. Choose three or four attractions of most interest to savor slowly in order to truly enjoy the fun of traveling.?
Transportation: When self-driving, pay attention to road conditions and parking issues, especially at popular attractions like Hemu Village, which may be congested due to many tourist buses.?
Accommodation: Book accommodations in advance, especially during peak tourist seasons. For popular attractions like Hemu Village, if you find accommodation fees to be high or facilities to be inadequate, you can consider choosing other lodging options.?
Photography: Bring photographic equipment such as drones to capture more beautiful scenery. At attractions like Sayram Lake, follow a clockwise direction when walking along the lakeside to avoid crowds and find more opportunities to park and admire the view.?
By following the above guide, you can better plan your trip to Northern Xinjiang in July and enjoy the natural scenery and cultural ambiance of Xinjiang.?