The following is a 4-day travel guide for Xinjiang:?
Itinerary planning?
Day 1: Urumqi downtown area and Tianshan Tianchi?
Morning: After arriving in Urumqi, you can take a short break at the hotel first, then head to the downtown area to experience the urban landscape of Xinjiang’s capital city.?
Afternoon: Drive to Tianshan Tianchi to appreciate the picturesque scenery composed of snowy mountains, lakes, and forests. It is recommended to bring enough drinking water and snacks, as well as warm clothing, because the weather in the mountains is changeable?
Day 2: Urumqi to Keketohai?
Full day: Depart from Urumqi to Keketohai. It is a natural scenic area that has not been commercially developed, where you can appreciate rich geological landforms and vegetation landscapes. You can choose to stay in Fuyun County or Urumqi at night, depending on your personal itinerary arrangements?
Day 3: Altay region tour?
Morning to afternoon: Head to Colorful Beach in the Altay region to appreciate the Danxia landforms and colorful rocks. Afterwards, you can experience the folk culture and taste authentic cuisine in nearby Kazak villages.?
Evening: Return to the Altay downtown area or choose another suitable accommodation location?
Day 4: Kanas Lake and surroundings?
Full day: Depart from Altay and head to Kanas Lake. It is one of the most beautiful lakes in China, with emerald green and clear lake water, and dense forests along the lakeside. You can arrange enough time to stroll by the lake and enjoy the lake scenery and mountains. If time permits, you can also visit Hemu Village or Baihaba Village to experience the folk customs of the Tuvans?
Must-visit attractions?
Tianshan Tianchi: The lake water is clear, surrounded by snowy mountains, and the scenery is pleasant?
Keketohai: A geological wonder, lake scenery, and grassland beauty all in one?
Kanas Lake: One of the most beautiful lakes in China, with breathtaking lake scenery and mountains?
Colorful Beach: A special landscape in the Altay region, featuring Danxia landforms and colorful rocks?
Travel tips?
Changeable weather: Xinjiang has a vast territory and changeable weather. It is recommended to bring sunscreen, cold-weather clothing, and rain gear?
Transportation options: The distances between attractions in Xinjiang are relatively far, so it is recommended to choose a chartered car or self-drive tour?
Respect customs: Respect local customs and habits, and abide by scenic area regulations?
The above guide is for reference only. Specific itinerary arrangements need to be adjusted according to personal interests and time. Wish you a pleasant trip in Xinjiang!?