Departing from Xuchang for a tour of Xinjiang, you can choose modes of transportation such as airplanes, trains, or self-driving, and visit famous attractions in Xinjiang such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and more.?
Modes of transportation:?
Airplane: Take a flight from Xuchang to Urumqi, and then transfer to another flight or a coach to the destination. This method is relatively comfortable and fast, but may require transfers.?
Train: Take the train from Xuchang to Urumqi, and then transfer to a coach. Train travel takes longer, but you can enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way.?
Self-driving: Depart from Xuchang and drive westward, crossing mountains and rivers until reaching Xinjiang. Self-driving travel is more challenging, allowing you to appreciate the magnificent scenery of the Silk Road along the way, but it requires ample energy and driving skills, as well as advance route planning and vehicle inspection.?
Famous attractions in Xinjiang:?
Tianshan Tianchi: Located at the foot of Bogda Peak, the higher peak in the eastern section of the Tianshan Mountains, it is a high-mountain lake known as the ‘Bright Pearl of Tianshan’. The lake water is clear and green, surrounded by mountains, creating a breathtaking scene.?
Kanas Lake: Located deep in the Altai Mountains, the color of the lake water changes with the seasons and is known as the ‘Fairyland on Earth’. Within the Kanas scenic area, there are comfortable star-rated hotels, unique homestays, yurts, and other accommodation options.?
Hemu Village: Located in the north of Burqin County, it is an ancient village with a history of nearly a thousand years. It retains the original Kazakh folk houses and traditional way of life, and is known as the ‘Garden of God’s Afterworld’.?
In addition, Xinjiang also has many well-known online celebrity highways such as the Duku Highway, Yizhao Highway, and Panlong Ancient Road, as well as a rich food culture including mutton eaten with hands, roast whole sheep, nang, and more, all of which are experiences not to be missed during travel.?
. During the trip, it is recommended to reasonably arrange the itinerary according to personal interests and time to ensure a pleasant journey.?