The Populus euphratica Forest in Luntai, southern Xinjiang, is a popular tourist destination. Here is a classic tourist route:?
Day 1: Departure – Luntai County. Upon arrival in Luntai County, proceed to the prebooked hotel to check in. Afterwards, you can take a stroll around the county town to initially feel the local customs and traditions of Luntai and search for local delicacies in the streets and alleys of the county town, such as Luntai’s Dapanji?
Day 2: Visit the Populus euphratica Forest Park (West Zone) in Luntai. After breakfast, enter the West Zone, where the Populus euphratica trees are of various shapes, some with thick branches and some graceful, making it a great place for taking photos and enjoying natural beauty?
Day 3: Explore the Populus euphratica Forest Park (East Zone) in Luntai. Continue to delve into the East Zone, where the Populus euphratica trees are combined with rivers and deserts, creating even more magnificent scenery. For lunch, you can choose to taste the Xinjiang-style grilled mutton kebabs at a farmhouse restaurant near the park?
Day 4: Visit surrounding niche attractions. You can head to some niche Populus euphratica viewing spots around Luntai to avoid the crowds and better appreciate the beauty of the Populus euphratica forest. In the evening, return to the county town and try another way of eating Dapanji, such as Dapanji with noodles, or go to the night market to taste special snacks like grilled eggs?
In addition, if you have enough time, you can also consider combining the Populus euphratica Forest in Luntai with other attractions in southern Xinjiang, such as the Mysterious Grand Canyon of Tianshan, Kashgar Old Town, Id Kah Mosque, etc., to enrich your travel experience?
When planning your itinerary, it is recommended to understand the local weather and traffic conditions in advance, arrange your time reasonably, and ensure a smooth journey. At the same time, you can also consider joining a local tour group or hiring a tour guide to better understand the local culture and historical background?
