Northern Xinjiang Travel Guide (Tuniu Recommendation):?
Northern Xinjiang boasts magnificent natural scenery and rich ethnic culture, making it a paradise for travel enthusiasts. Below is a northern Xinjiang travel guide based on Tuniu Travel’s recommendations for your reference.?
I. Itinerary Planning?
1. Classic 10-day Tour?
D1: Depart from Urumqi, visit Tianshan Tianchi, feel the tranquility and grandeur of the alpine lake, then head to Burqin via S21 Desert Highway to admire the desert scenery along the way.?
D2: Rest in Burqin, head to Kanas Lake in the afternoon, and stay overnight in Kanas to experience the peaceful night amidst the lake and mountains.?
D3: Get up early to admire the morning fog in Kanas, stroll across Hemu Bridge, climb Meili Peak, and feel the tranquility and beauty of the primitive village.?
D4: Continue exploring Hemu, admire the morning fog and rural scenery, then return to Burqin.?
D5: Depart from Burqin, head to the World’s Devil’s City to explore the unique Yadan landform, and arrive in Kuitun in the evening.?
D6: Depart from Kuitun, visit Sayram Lake, take a walk around the lake to admire the lake and mountains, and arrive in Qingshuihe in the evening.?
D7: Depart from Qingshuihe, cross the Xiata Ancient Road, arrive in Zhaosu, and feel the historical charm of the ancient road.?
D8: Visit Tekes Eight Trigrams City in Zhaosu, then head to Qiongkushitai to experience the grassland atmosphere.?
D9: Depart from Qiongkushitai, visit Qiaxi Forest Park, arrive in Nalati, and enjoy the beauty of the aerial grassland.?
D10: Continue exploring Nalati, enjoying wild lilies and other early spring flowers, and end the journey in Yining.?
2. In-depth 9-day Tour?
Tuniu Travel Agency also offers a 9-day in-depth tour of northern Xinjiang, including popular attractions such as Tianshan Tianchi, Turpan, Kanas, Hemu, Wucai Beach, and the Devil’s City, using round-trip flights for a compact and enriching itinerary.?
II. Precautions?
Accommodation Reservation: Accommodation in popular areas such as Burqin is in high demand, so it is recommended to book hotels in advance.?
Driving Safety: Some road sections in northern Xinjiang are rugged mountain roads, so drive carefully and pay attention to driving safety.?
Climate Preparation: Northern Xinjiang has a changeable climate, so it is necessary to prepare corresponding cold protection or sunscreen products according to the season.?
Food Recommendations: Northern Xinjiang boasts a rich variety of cuisine, such as fruits, nuts, raisins, and other local specialties, as well as unique local dishes, all worth trying.?
III. Conclusion?
In the northern Xinjiang travel guide, whether it’s the classic 10-day tour or the in-depth 9-day tour, you can fully experience the natural scenery and ethnic culture of northern Xinjiang. When planning your itinerary, it is recommended to combine personal interests and physical condition to arrange the schedule reasonably, ensuring a pleasant and fulfilling journey. At the same time, pay attention to advance booking of accommodation, driving safety, and climate preparation to ensure a smooth trip.?
