A travel plan for an 8-day trip to Xinjiang can include multiple exciting attractions and activities. Here is a recommended 8-day itinerary for a trip to Xinjiang**:
Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi and visit the downtown area. You can visit Hongshan Park, Hongguangshan Grand Buddha Temple, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region Museum, and Xinjiang International Bazaar. In the evening, taste authentic Xinjiang cuisine.
Day 2: Head to Tianshan Tianchi to appreciate the beauty of nature. Afterwards, cross the S21 Desert Highway to feel the desert ambiance, and finally arrive at the Gurbantünggüt Desert to experience its grandeur and mystery.
Day 3: Delve into Hemu Scenic Area, stroll between primitive forests and log cabins. Climb up to Hemu Viewing Platform to overlook the entire village and enjoy the peaceful countryside.
Day 4: Enter Kanas Scenic Area, explore the mysterious Kanas Lake, feel the charm of lakes and mountains, and immerse yourself in this fairyland on earth.
Day 5: Visit the World Ghost City, experience its unique landforms and wind erosion landscapes, and feel the wonders of nature.
Day 6: Enjoy a leisurely tour of Sayram Lake, admire the clarity and beauty of the plateau lake, and enjoy the pure natural scenery. You can also arrange to visit attractions such as Guozigou on this day.
Day 7: You can choose to go to Turpan to visit famous attractions such as Flaming Mountain and Kanerjing, and experience a Uyghur family visit.
. In the evening, you can visit Xinjiang International Bazaar again to pick out some souvenirs you like.
Day 8: Free activities in Urumqi city. Arrange pick-up service according to the return schedule and end your pleasant trip to Xinjiang.
In addition, Xinjiang’s cuisine is also an indispensable part of the trip, such as Tangkawu meat, mutton skewers, roasted whole sheep, and big plate chicken, all of which are delicious not to be missed.
. During the trip, you can also consider purchasing some Xinjiang specialties as souvenirs, such as dried fruits, fresh fruits, yogurt lumps, etc.
This itinerary covers Xinjiang’s natural scenery, cultural landscapes, and culinary experiences, but the specific itinerary may need to be adjusted according to actual circumstances (such as weather, transportation, etc.). I hope this itinerary can provide some reference for your 8-day trip to Xinjiang.