There are numerous tourism routes in Xinjiang, each with its own characteristics, covering natural scenery, cultural customs, geological research, and other aspects. Here are some introductions to the main tourism routes in Xinjiang:?
Kanas Ring Road:?
Mainly exploring the Altay region, including attractions such as Kanas, Hemu, Koktokay, and the Devil’s City.?
The best travel time is from September to October, with particularly enchanting autumn scenery.?
The route duration can be selected as 5-7 days.?
Ili Ring Road:?
Explore the Ili River valley surrounded by the Tianshan Mountains, including attractions such as Sayram Lake, Nalati, and Xiata.?
Suitable for travel from May to August. Each season has its own charm, but the grasslands are most lush in summer.?
Kanas-Ili Ring Road:?
Combining the essence attractions of the Kanas Ring Road and the Ili Ring Road, it is the most essential natural scenery tourism route in Northern Xinjiang.?
Suitable for travel from May to October, lasting about 11-13 days.?
Northern Xinjiang Grand Ring Road:?
Self-driving around the entire Northern Xinjiang to enjoy the scenery, with the added desert and Gobi landscapes of the Turpan area in Eastern Xinjiang.?
Suitable for travel from May to November, lasting for 13-17 days.?
Southern Xinjiang Grand Ring Road:?
Separated from the Northern Xinjiang Grand Ring Road by the Tianshan Mountains, it focuses on experiencing cultural customs, passing through places such as the Taklamakan Desert and the Pamir Plateau.?
The best travel season is from September to November and March to May, lasting for 13-17 days.?
Duku Highway:?
Known as the "Most Beautiful Highway in Tianshan", it stretches from Dushanzi to Kuqa, crossing the Tianshan Mountains.?
Known as "experiencing four seasons in a day, different skies every ten li", the landscapes along the way are abundant, but the mountain roads are rugged. It is recommended to visit from June to September.?
Tarim Basin Summer Vacation and Leisure Tourism Ring Road:?
Starting from Urumqi, passing through attractions such as the S101 Hundred-mile Danxia, Shawan Hot Springs, and Lujiao Bay along the way, which is suitable for summer vacation and leisure.?
Eastern Tianshan Self-driving Boutique Tourism Ring Road:?
Explore the magnificent scenery of the Tianshan Mountains, passing through attractions such as the Ancient City of Beiting, Jiangbulake, and Mulai Mingsha Mountain.?
In-depth Experience Tour Route of the Pamir Plateau:?
Starting from Kashgar, visit attractions such as Baisha Lake and Mount Mushtag, and experience the mysterious charm of the plateau.?
In addition, there are various options such as the Southern Xinjiang Little Ring Road, the Irtysh River Fairy Tale Journey, and the Junggar Geological Science Research Study Tour. Each route has its unique scenery and cultural experiences.?
These routes cover Xinjiang’s main natural landscapes and cultural customs. Tourists can choose suitable routes for their trips based on their time and interests.?