There are multiple options for Xinjiang travel itineraries, covering different durations and combinations of attractions. Here are several classic Xinjiang travel itinerary plans:?
Kanas Loop Route: 5-7 days, mainly exploring the Altay region, including attractions such as Kanas, Hemu Village, Koktokay, and the Ghost City, etc. This is one of the most essential natural scenery routes in Northern Xinjiang, suitable for travel from September to October.?
Yili Loop Route: 6-10 days, exploring the Yili River Valley surrounded by the Tianshan Mountains, including attractions such as Sayram Lake, Nalati Grasslands, and Xiata, etc. This route is suitable for travel from May to August, where you can enjoy the stunning scenery at the foot of the Tianshan Mountains.?
Kaiyi Loop Route: 11-13 days, combining the essence of the Kanas Loop Route and Yili Loop Route, it is the most comprehensive natural scenery tourism route in Northern Xinjiang. Suitable for travel from May to October, allowing you to visit multiple famous attractions in Northern Xinjiang at once.?
Northern Xinjiang Grand Circle Route: 13-17 days, self-driving around the entire Northern Xinjiang, including landscapes such as deserts, Gobi, snow-capped mountains, and grasslands. This route adds attractions in the Turpan area of Eastern Xinjiang on the basis of the Kaiyi Loop Route, suitable for travel from May to November.?
Southern Xinjiang Grand Circle Route: 13-17 days, mainly experiencing the cultural customs of Southern Xinjiang, passing through places like the Taklimakan Desert, Pamir Plateau, Kunlun Mountains, etc. The best travel season is from September to November and March to May, where you can experience the unique natural scenery and cultural charm of Southern Xinjiang.?
Luxury Train Cruise in Xinjiang: 19 days, starting from Guangzhou (or departing from places like Changsha), directly to Xinjiang, without transfers or changes of berths along the way, with sleeper berths (soft sleeper and hard sleeper) throughout the journey, ensuring safety and comfort. The itinerary includes over 40 attractions, covering multiple famous scenic areas in Eastern and Northern Xinjiang, and will also hold entertainment activities to make the journey more enjoyable.?
In addition, there are diverse itinerary options such as "All the Way North" for 8 days and 7 nights, "Yiran Kanas" for 9 days and 8 nights, and "Duku Southern Xinjiang" for 7 days and 6 nights, which can be selected according to personal preferences and time arrangements.?
The above itinerary is for reference only, and specific itinerary planning needs to be adjusted according to personal actual situation and travel needs. When planning the itinerary, it is recommended to understand the opening hours and transportation methods of the attractions in advance to better arrange the itinerary.?