The following is a recommended 10-day travel route in Xinjiang:?
Day 1: Across the country – Urumqi. Upon arrival in Urumqi, you can arrange free activities according to your schedule and get to know the local customs and culture of this city.?
Day 2: Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun. In the morning, head to Tianshan Tianchi to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the alpine lake. In the afternoon, drive to Beitun to prepare for the next part of the journey.?
Day 3: Beitun – Hemu. Arrive at Hemu, known as ‘China’s First Village, God’s Private Reserve’, to feel the tranquility and beauty of primitive nature.?
Day 4: Hemu – Kanas. Travel to Kanas to visit Kanas Lake and its surrounding scenic spots such as Shenxian Bay, Wolong Bay, and Moon Bay, and experience the grandeur of lakes and mountains.?
Day 5: Kanas – Fish Viewing Pavilion – Colorful Beach – Burqin. Continue exploring Kanas, then head to the Fish Viewing Pavilion to overlook the panoramic view of Kanas Lake. Next, visit the Colorful Beach to admire the colorful hills formed by wind and water erosion. Finally, arrive in Burqin.?
Day 6: Burqin – Urho Devil’s City – Dushanzi Grand Canyon – Kuitun. Explore the unique landform of Urho Devil’s City, then proceed to Dushanzi Grand Canyon to experience the wonders of nature. Finally, arrive in Kuitun.?
Day 7: Kuitun – Sayram Lake – Lavender Base – Yining. Head to Sayram Lake to admire the fantastic scenery known as the ‘Last Tear of the Atlantic’. Then visit the Lavender Base to feel the purple romance. Finally, arrive in Yining.?
Day 8: Yining – Kazhanqi Folk Culture Village – Nalati. Visit the Kazhanqi Folk Culture Village to understand the local folk culture. Then proceed to Nalati Grassland to experience the scenery of Jiangnan (south of the Great Wall) beyond the border.?
Day 9: Nalati – Bayanbulak. Drive to Bayanbulak to appreciate the vastness and grandeur of the grassland.?
Day 10: Bayanbulak – Duku Highway – Kuitun/Shihezi – Urumqi. Traverse the Duku Highway and enjoy the stunning scenery of Mount Tianshan. Then return to Urumqi to end the pleasant journey.?
In addition, the cuisine of Xinjiang is also an indispensable part of the trip, such as large plate chicken, roasted mutton, roasted steamed buns, etc., all of which are delicious and not to be missed.?
. During the trip, you can also adjust the itinerary according to personal preferences and actual circumstances to ensure a fulfilling and enjoyable journey.?