Recommended 15-day tour route in Xinjiang: A classic and comprehensive northern Xinjiang round trip route covering famous attractions such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland.?
The specific itinerary is as follows:?
Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi and start your journey in Xinjiang.?
Day 2: Depart from Urumqi, visit Tianshan Tianchi, traverse the Junggar Basin, and arrive in Fuyun.?
Alternatively, you can choose to directly proceed to Burqin to start your exploration of northern Xinjiang.?
Day 3: Depart from Fuyun, pass through Koktokay, traverse the Irtysh Grand Canyon, visit the No. 3 Mine Pit, and finally arrive in Burqin.?
Day 4: Depart from Burqin, visit Kanas scenic areas including Kanas Lake and Guanyutai, and choose to stay in Baihaba Village or Jadenyu at night.?
Day 5: Continue exploring Kanas scenic areas, such as the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay), and then proceed to Hemu Village to admire its picturesque scenery.?
Day 6: Welcome the sunrise in Hemu Village, then proceed to the Colorful Beach to watch the sunset, and finally arrive in Burqin or Kuitun.?
Day 7: Traverse the Wuerhe Devil City to experience its unique landform, and then proceed to Kuitun or Yining City.?
Day 8: Visit Sayram Lake, traverse Guozigou, admire the lavender fields (if the season is right), and arrive in Yining City.?
Day 9: Depart from Yining, visit attractions such as Xiata, and arrive in Zhaosu.?
Day 10: Depart from Zhaosu, traverse the Karajun Grassland, visit the Bagua City, and finally arrive in Gongliu or Tekes.?
Day 11: Visit the Tangbula Hundred-Mile Gallery or other unique attractions and arrive in Nalati.?
Day 12: Depart from Nalati, visit the Aerial Grassland, Bayinbrook Grassland, etc., and admire scenic spots such as the Nine-Bend and Eighteen-Turn River.?
Day 13: Traverse the Duku Highway (if open during the season) to experience its magnificent scenery and arrive in Bayin or Dushanzi.?
Day 14: Continue exploring surrounding attractions or choose to rest and adjust, preparing for the return trip the next day.?
Day 15: End this round trip in Urumqi and embark on the return journey.?
This route covers multiple famous attractions and unique landscapes in northern Xinjiang, suitable for tourists who want to gain an in-depth understanding of Xinjiang’s culture and natural scenery. During the trip, tourists can selectively visit attractions based on their personal interests and physical condition to ensure a pleasant and comfortable journey.?