The number of days for a trip to Xinjiang can be selected according to personal itinerary arrangements and interests, ranging from a few days to several tens of days. Common classic itineraries range from 7 to 13 days.
Some recommended Xinjiang travel routes and the number of days required are as follows:
An 8-day and 7-night itinerary includes multiple attractions such as Urumqi, S21 Desert Highway, Colorful Beach, Hemu Village, Kanas Scenic Area, Ghost Town, Sayram Lake, Lavender Field, Bayinbrok Grassland, Nalati Grassland, and Duku Highway.
Kanas Loop: It takes 5-7 days to mainly explore the Altay Region, including attractions such as Kanas, Hemu, Keketuohai, and魔鬼城 (Ghost Town). The best travel time is from September to October.
Yili Loop: It takes 6-10 days to explore the Yili River Valley surrounded by the Tianshan Mountains, including attractions such as Sayram Lake, Nalati, and Xiata. It is suitable for travel from May to August.
In addition, there are longer travel routes such as the Kai-Yi Loop (11-13 days), the Northern Xinjiang Grand Loop (13-17 days), the Southern Xinjiang Grand Loop (13-17 days), and the Southern Xinjiang Small Loop (11-13 days). These routes cover more natural scenery and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang.
Of course, some tourists choose shorter travel itineraries, such as a 7-day and 6-night full experience tour, including visits to attractions such as Urumqi, Kanas Lake, and Hemu Village.
Therefore, there is no fixed standard for the number of days to spend on a trip to Xinjiang. You can choose a suitable route and number of days based on your own time and interests. When planning your itinerary, it is recommended to learn about the opening hours and weather conditions of each attraction in advance to better arrange your trip.