There are multiple optional routes for a three-day tour in Xinjiang. Here are three recommended travel routes:?
Urumqi and Surrounding Areas Tour:?
Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi, visit Hongshan Park to admire the cityscape and folk customs of Urumqi, then head to the International Bazaar to purchase Xinjiang specialties and taste authentic Xinjiang cuisine. In the evening, you can watch a wonderful song and dance performance.?
Day 2: Visit Tianchi Lake in the Tianshan Mountains, a high-altitude lake with crystal-clear water surrounded by snow-capped mountains, offering spectacular scenery. You can choose to hike, ride a horse, or take a shuttle bus to explore the lake.?
Afterward, you can head to the Nanshan Scenic Area, a famous summer resort with various natural landscapes such as waterfalls, streams, and meadows.?
Day 3: Free activities in Urumqi city, such as visiting the Xinjiang Museum to learn about the history and culture of Xinjiang, or traveling to places like the apricot blossoms in Toksun and the Kumtag Desert before returning.?
Three-Day Tour in Yili:?
Day 1: Depart from Urumqi, pass by Sayram Lake, and arrive in Qingshuihe.?
Day 2: Depart from Qingshuihe, admire the lavender fields in Huocheng, and then visit the Nalati Grassland.?
Day 3: Depart from Nalati, cross the Duku Highway, explore the Dushanzi Grand Canyon, and then return to Urumqi. This route offers a variety of natural scenery such as grasslands, lakes, lavender fields, canyons, and the Duku Highway.?
Three-Day Tour Around East Xinjiang:?
Day 1: Depart from Urumqi, visit Tianchi Lake in the Tianshan Mountains, and then stay overnight in Qitai.?
Day 2: Depart from Qitai, cross the Muxanshan-Shanshan Highway, explore the Kumtag Desert, and arrive in Shanshan.?
Day 3: Depart from Shanshan, visit Huoyan Mountain, Kanerjing Irrigation Systems, and Grape Valley, then return to Urumqi. This route covers the natural scenery of East Xinjiang, including grasslands, lakes, and deserts.?
Each of the above three routes has its own characteristics. Tourists can choose a suitable route according to their interests and schedule. During the trip, it is recommended to plan the itinerary in advance and book accommodation and transportation to ensure a smooth journey.?