Starting from Urumqi to tour Xinjiang, you can choose multiple classic travel routes covering famous attractions in both northern and southern Xinjiang.?
Northern Xinjiang Tour:?
Tianshan Tianchi Lake: With clear water surrounded by snow-capped mountains, it is a paradise for photographers.?
Kanas Scenic Area: Experience the mystery of the primitive forest, stroll along Kanas Lake, and enjoy the tranquility of the lake and mountains.?
Hemu Scenic Area: A beautiful village surrounded by birch forests, like a fairyland on earth, where you can experience the original way of life of the Kazakhs.?
Ghost City: Explore the unique landforms and feel the mysterious atmosphere.?
Sayram Lake: Xinjiang’s largest alpine lake, with clear water and surrounded by mountains, it is a breathtaking beauty.?
Southern Xinjiang Tour:?
Old City of Kashgar: Walk through the alleys of the ancient city, feel the weight of history, visit Id Kah Mosque, and understand Islamic culture.?
Pamir Plateau: Admire the magnificent natural scenery, and be amazed by the reflections in Karakul Lake.?
Taklamakan Desert: Experience desert exploration and feel the vastness and mystery of nature (although not directly mentioned as departing from Urumqi, it can be part of a southern Xinjiang tour).?
Tours around Urumqi:?
Xinjiang Salt Lake Scenic Area: Known as China’s "Mirror of the Sky", stroll along the salt lake and feel its breadth and tranquility.?
Dabancheng Ancient Town: An ancient town with a thousand years of history, preserving many ancient buildings and unique folk customs.?
Nanshan Pasture: Experience the life of Xinjiang herdsmen, taste fresh milk and mutton, and feel the vastness and beauty of the grassland.?
Travel route suggestions:?
You can choose an 8-day tour route in northern Xinjiang, such as Urumqi-Tianshan Tianchi Lake-Kanas-Hemu-Sayram Lake, etc.?
Or choose a longer panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang to experience a richer variety of natural scenery and cultural landscapes.?
When planning your itinerary, it is recommended to combine the distances between attractions and plan your route reasonably to avoid repeated travel. At the same time, choose appropriate transportation based on personal preferences and actual circumstances, such as public transportation, car rental, or package tours.?
