Recommended 10-day travel route and scenic spots in Xinjiang:?
Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi?
Fly to Urumqi from various destinations as the starting point of your Xinjiang trip.?
Day 2: Urumqi – Koktokay?
Follow National Highway 216, pass through the no man’s land, view Karamay from the car, and arrive at Koktokay, a popular destination for tourists, to feel the beauty of this pure land that is said to be in everyone’s heart.?
Day 3: Koktokay – Kanas?
Depart from Beitun and head to Kanas, known as the ‘Eastern Switzerland’, to visit scenic spots such as Shenxian Bay, Wolong Bay, and Moon Bay, and experience the mystery and grandeur of Kanas.?
Day 4: Kanas – Hemu Village – Wucai Beach?
Depart from Jiadengyu and head to Hemu Village to experience the tranquility and beauty of the primitive village. Then visit Wucai Beach to admire the wonders of nature.?
Day 5: Wucai Beach – Sayram Lake?
Pass through the hundred-mile oilfield and arrive at Sayram Lake, known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean’, to admire the interplay between the lake and the snowy mountains and feel the clarity and purity of the lake water.?
Day 6: Sayram Lake – Lavender Manor – Nalati Grassland?
Visit the Lavender Manor in Huocheng County to feel the purple romance. Then head to Nalati Grassland, where you can ride horses and enjoy the vastness and freedom of the grassland.?
Day 7: Nalati – Duku Highway – Urumqi?
Drive through China’s most beautiful Duku Highway, taking in the breathtaking scenery of the Tianshan Mountains, and return to Urumqi.?
Day 8: Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi?
Go to Tianshan Tianchi to admire the lake and mountain scenery, feel the mysterious charm of myths and legends, and experience the magnificent beauty of the Tianshan snowmelt nourishing the earth.?
Day 9: Urumqi – Turpan?
Head to Turpan to visit Huoyan Mountain and experience the visual impact of classic scenes from ‘Journey to the West’. Then visit Kanerjing to understand the wisdom and diligence of the Uyghur people.?
Day 10: Turpan – Various Destinations?
End your trip in Xinjiang and return home with wonderful memories.?
This itinerary covers many famous scenic spots in Xinjiang, including natural landscapes such as lakes, grasslands, mountains, and valleys, as well as human landscapes such as ancient cities and folklore, allowing you to fully experience the diversity and richness of Xinjiang.?
. During the trip, it is recommended to flexibly adjust the itinerary according to the weather and actual situation to ensure a smooth journey.?