The 3-day Xinjiang travel guide mainly recommends the following itinerary:?
Day 1: Explore Urumqi city and its outskirts?
Morning: After arriving in Urumqi, first head to Hongshan Park. It integrates natural and cultural landscapes, where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Urumqi city, feel the rich folk customs, and take photos at attractions such as Hongshan Tower and Yuanchao Tower.?
Noon: Taste authentic Xinjiang cuisine in Lingguan Alley, such as "Bai Er Kai Te’s" meat naan and "Ai Li Jiang Hetian Naang Pit Barbecue Restaurant’s" barbecue.?
Afternoon: Visit the International Bazaar, the world’s largest bazaar with a strong Islamic architectural style. Here, you can purchase Xinjiang specialties, handicrafts, and taste Xinjiang cuisine. There are also wonderful singing and dancing performances in the evening.?
Evening: If time permits, you can visit Xinjiang Folk Street, where the architectural style blends multiple cultures, making it a great place for portrait and landscape photography.?
Day 2: Tianshan Tianchi or Kanas Short Tour?
Option 1: Tianshan Tianchi?
In the morning, depart from Urumqi and drive or take transportation to Tianshan Tianchi. This is a high-altitude lake with clear water surrounded by snow-capped mountains, presenting a spectacular view. You can choose to hike, ride a horse, or take a shuttle bus to explore.?
Option 2: Kanas Short Tour (Flight tickets and accommodation need to be booked in advance)?
In the morning, fly directly from Urumqi to Kanas Airport and visit attractions such as Kanas Lake and Fish Viewing Terrace. Kanas is known as the "Little Switzerland" with picturesque autumn scenery. In the evening, you can choose to stay in a log cabin to experience local customs.?
Day 3: Free activities in Urumqi city or Nanshan Scenic Area?
Morning: If you choose to explore Urumqi city freely, you can visit local markets, museums, or enjoy local cuisine.?
Afternoon to evening: Head to the Nanshan Scenic Area. This is a famous summer resort in Urumqi, with dense forests and fresh air. The scenic area has various natural landscapes such as waterfalls, streams, and meadows, making it a great place for leisure and vacations. You can choose to hike or take transportation to explore.?
Return trip: Arrange return transportation according to your flight or train schedule.?
Precautions?
Xinjiang has a vast territory with long distances between attractions. It is recommended to plan the itinerary and mode of transportation in advance.?
Due to the special climate and geographical environment of Xinjiang, it is recommended to bring appropriate clothing and equipment, such as sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, warm clothing, etc.?
During the tour, please respect local customs and religious beliefs, abide by the regulations of scenic areas, and protect cultural relics and the environment.?
Through the above itinerary, you can experience various landscapes and cultural features of Xinjiang within 3 days, leaving unforgettable travel memories.?