When traveling in Xinjiang, you can choose the following classic routes:?
1. Kanas Ring Road?
Duration: 5-7 days?
Attractions: Kanas, Hemu, Keketohai, Ghost City, etc.?
Characteristics: Mainly focuses on exploring the Altay region. It is one of the essential tourist routes in Xinjiang. The best travel time is from September to October.?
2. Yili Ring Road?
Duration: 6-10 days?
Attractions: Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Xiata, Tangbula, Duku Highway, etc.?
Characteristics: Explores the Ili River Valley surrounded by the Tianshan Mountains. Suitable for travel from May to August, mainly focusing on natural scenery.?
3. Kayi Ring Road?
Duration: 11-13 days?
Attractions: Combination of Kanas Ring Road + Yili Ring Road?
Characteristics: The most essential natural scenery tourist route in Northern Xinjiang. Suitable for travel from May to October, it allows you to experience the beauty of two major routes at once.?
4. Northern Xinjiang Grand Ring Road?
Duration: 13-17 days?
Attractions: Self-driving around Northern Xinjiang, including desert and Gobi landscapes in Turpan, Hejing, and Hami areas of Eastern Xinjiang.?
Characteristics: Mainly focuses on enjoying scenery. Suitable for travel from May to November, it is one of the most comprehensive tourist routes in Xinjiang.?
5. Southern Xinjiang Grand Ring Road?
Duration: 13-17 days?
Attractions: Taklamakan Desert, Pamir Plateau, Kunlun Mountains, etc.?
Characteristics: Mainly focuses on experiencing humanistic customs. The best travel season is from September to November and March to May, allowing you to deeply feel the unique charm of Southern Xinjiang.?
In addition, there are more options such as the Southern Xinjiang Small Ring Road and the Entire Xinjiang Grand Ring Road. You can plan according to your own time and interests. Each route has its unique scenery and culture, and no matter which one you choose, it will fill your Xinjiang trip with surprises and memories.?