Xinjiang has numerous tourist routes, each with its own characteristics, and it is difficult to say which one is the ‘best’ because the choice of the best route depends on personal travel preferences and schedule. However, I can recommend a few very classic and popular tourist routes for your reference:?
Kanas Loop Route?
Duration: 5-7 days?
Highlight: Kanas, Hemu, Koktokay, Devil’s City, etc., each spot is like a fairyland-like scenic area.?
Feature: This route allows you to experience the natural scenery of northern Xinjiang, including emerald-green lakes, majestic snowy mountains, and dense forests, with every scene resembling wallpaper-quality beauty.?
Yili Loop Route?
Duration: 6-10 days?
Highlight: Sayram Lake, Nalati, Xiata, etc., the stunning scenery at the foot of the Tianshan Mountains will definitely make you linger.?
Feature: This route focuses on the natural scenery at the foot of the Tianshan Mountains, suitable for tourists who love grasslands, lakes, and mountains.?
Duku Highway?
Total Length: 561 kilometers?
Highlight: Featuring the magical scenery of ‘ten li with different skies, four seasons in one day’, it is known as ‘China’s Most Beautiful Highway’.?
Feature: The Duku Highway crosses the Tianshan Mountains, with picturesque scenery along the way, making it a paradise for self-driving enthusiasts.?
Great Northern Xinjiang Loop Route?
Duration: 13-17 days?
Highlight: Self-driving around northern Xinjiang, encompassing various landscapes such as deserts, Gobi, snowy mountains, and grasslands.?
Feature: This route covers almost all the essence attractions of northern Xinjiang, suitable for tourists with plenty of time and a desire to fully experience the scenery of Xinjiang.?
Great Southern Xinjiang Loop Route?
Duration: 13-17 days?
Highlight: The Pamir Plateau, Kunlun Mountains, Taklamakan Desert, etc., a perfect fusion of cultural customs and natural landscapes.?
Feature: The southern Xinjiang route focuses more on the experience of cultural landscapes, while also offering spectacular natural scenery.?
In summary, Xinjiang boasts a rich variety of tourist routes, each with its unique charm and highlights. You can choose the most suitable tourist route according to your interests and time. No matter which route you choose, we believe you will have an unforgettable trip to Xinjiang!?