The itinerary for the Xinjiang travel guide can be flexibly formulated according to personal interests and time, but it usually includes classic attractions such as Kanas and Hemu in northern Xinjiang, as well as the unique customs of southern Xinjiang. Below is an overview of a free-and-easy travel guide based on a 6-day trip:?
6-day free-and-easy travel guide?
DAY 1: Urumqi?
Arrive in Urumqi, the core of Xinjiang cuisine, where you can taste authentic Xinjiang cuisine and stock up energy for the upcoming journey.?
DAY 2: Urumqi to Altay?
Head to Altay, enjoying the magnificent scenery of Xinjiang on the way. Upon arrival, you can stroll around Altay city and experience authentic local customs.?
DAY 3: Altay to Baihaba Village to Kanas?
Head to Baihaba Village, known as the "most beautiful village in China", to experience the perfect combination of snowy scenery and wooden cabins. Then proceed to Kanas to admire the stunning view of Kanas Lake covered in snow.?
DAY 4: Kanas to Hemu?
Head to Hemu Village, a stunning village surrounded by snow-capped mountains and forests, known as the "photographer’s paradise". Here, you can freely capture picturesque snowy scenery.?
DAY 5: Hemu to Altay?
Return from Hemu to Altay, enjoying the vastness and tranquility of the snowy plains once again on the way. Upon arrival in Altay city in the evening, you can choose to stroll around the local night market or continue to taste authentic Xinjiang cuisine.?
DAY 6: Return from Altay?
Arrange your return trip according to your flight or train schedule, ending this unforgettable journey in Xinjiang.?
Other recommended routes?
7-day Yili, Northern Xinjiang Route: Including attractions such as Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland, suitable for appreciating the grassland flower sea in the Yili area.?
10-day Northern Xinjiang Grand Circle Route: Covering the essence of attractions in Yili and Altay, suitable for tourists who wish to fully experience the scenery of northern Xinjiang.?
13-day Southern Xinjiang Kashgar Grand Circle Route: Suitable for tourists who wish to deeply understand the culture and history of southern Xinjiang, including attractions such as Kashgar Old Town and Pamir Plateau.?
Precautions?
Xinjiang has a vast territory, and the best travel times vary in different regions. The golden period for visiting Xinjiang is from May to October, but the specific itinerary needs to be flexibly adjusted according to the weather and attractions.?
When self-driving in Xinjiang, pay attention to road conditions and vehicle selection, especially taking cold prevention measures during winter driving. Meanwhile, some areas in Xinjiang may require border defense certificates and other procedures, so please understand and prepare relevant documents in advance.?
The above guide is for reference only, and the specific itinerary needs to be flexibly adjusted according to personal interests and time. I hope you have a lot of wonderful memories from your trip to Xinjiang!?