For traveling to Xinjiang, it is generally recommended that children above 4 years old can go. However, the suitable travel methods and attractions vary for children of different age groups.?
Children aged 0-3 are in the sensory period and are suitable for resort-style travel. Activities such as staying in homestays, basking in the sun, and digging sand can be chosen to let children perceive nature, but they are not suitable for long-distance travel. Children aged 3-6 are curious about the world and are suitable for exploration-based family travel, where they can get in touch with nature and explore the world. Children over 6 years old can start to participate in more diverse tourism activities, such as visiting historical and cultural attractions, getting close to nature, stimulating their interest in learning, and improving their thinking ability.?
At the same time, there is also the view that children above 6 or 7 years old can start to travel, as Xinjiang boasts natural landscapes such as deserts, grasslands, mountains, and lakes, which are excellent choices for children to get close to nature.?
However, some parents also suggest that it is better to keep children under 5 years old at home, as long-distance travel may cause some unnecessary burdens on them.?
Additionally, it should be noted that if bringing a child to join a Xinjiang tour group, children under 16 years old need to carry their household register and travel with their parents. If traveling with someone else, a power of attorney must be signed.?
When visiting tourist attractions, children under 6 years old (including 6) or those shorter than 1.2 meters (including 1.2 meters) are usually admitted free of charge, while minors aged between 6 (not including 6) and 18 (including 18) can enjoy a half-price discount.?
In summary, although children above 4 years old can consider traveling to Xinjiang, whether it is suitable or not still needs to be decided based on the child’s actual situation and the parents’ arrangements.?