Xinjiang Summer Travel Guide:?
Xinjiang’s summer is picturesque and the best time for travel. Below is a detailed summer travel guide to Xinjiang to help you plan an unforgettable trip.?
I. Recommended attractions?
Kanas: Known as the "jasper left by God on earth". The lakes, forests, grasslands, and snow-capped mountains here constitute a beautiful picture, making it a paradise for photographers. 1?
Sayram Lake: One of the rare beautiful lakes in Xinjiang. The lake water is clear and transparent, surrounded by mountains. It is a great summer retreat. 12?
Nalati Grassland: Cattle and sheep graze in herds, and clouds float in the sky like cotton candy. It is a great place to enjoy afternoon tea. 1?
Xiata National Forest Park: A place where glaciers, grasslands, and forests complement each other, ideal for hikers. 1?
Duku Highway: It is only open for 4 months a year. The scenery along the way is picturesque, experiencing four seasons in a day and different weather every ten miles. It is a must-visit for self-driving enthusiasts. 1?
II. Preparations before departure?
Clothing: In Xinjiang from July to September, the temperature difference between morning and night is large. It is recommended to bring a jacket, long-sleeved shirts, short-sleeved shirts, and a thin down jacket. Don’t forget to bring a skirt for better photo effects. 3?
Sunscreen products: Xinjiang has strong ultraviolet rays and glaring sunshine. It is recommended to bring sunglasses and sunscreen with an SPF of 50 or higher. 3?
Hydrating face mask: Xinjiang’s climate is dry, and hydrating face masks are very important for girls to maintain skin moisturization. 3?
Medicine: Bring carsickness medicine and cold medicine according to personal needs. Note that pharmacies in Xinjiang generally do not sell cold medicine. 3?
Insulated cup: The weather in the mountains is cold, and a cup of hot water can relieve fatigue during the trip. 3?
III. Itinerary arrangement?
Below is a 6-day and 5-night summer travel itinerary in Xinjiang for your reference:?
Day 1: Urumqi – Sayram Lake – Yining?
Day 2: Yining – Xiata Scenic Area – Zhaosu?
Day 3: Zhaosu – Tekes?
Day 4: Tekes – Qiaxi National Forest Park – Xinyuan?
Day 5: Xinyuan – Nalati – Nalati Town?
Day 6: Nalati – Yining Six Star Street 4?
IV. Precautions?
ID card: ID cards are required at checkpoints along the way in Xinjiang, please carry them with you. 3?
Air ticket booking: Book air tickets about a month in advance. Pay more attention to air ticket discounts. It’s best to buy special-priced tickets. 3?
Attraction selection: Various attractions in Xinjiang?