For travel routes in Xinjiang in October, the following classic routes are recommended:
1. Kanas loop:
Urumqi – Fuyun – Burqin – Hemu – Baihaba – Fuhai – Wusu. The Kanas loop is the most beautiful route in Xinjiang in October. In the northern part of Northern Xinjiang, the Kanas scenic area turns golden and transparent in mid-autumn, showcasing the charm of autumn in nature.
The specific itinerary can be referred to as: D1: Arrive in Urumqi, D2: Head to Tianshan Tianchi, S21 Desert Highway, Burqin, D3: Visit Kanas Three Bays and Jiadenyu, D4: Head to Hemu Village and Hemu Autumn Fairy Tale Log Cabin, D5: Enjoy the morning fog in Hemu Village and the sunset at Colorful Beach, D6: Visit Wind-eroded Ghost City and Populus euphratica Forest, D7: End the pleasant trip.
2. Northern Xinjiang autumn appreciation route:
Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – S21 Desert Highway – Burqin – Kanas – Hemu Village – Colorful Beach – Wind-eroded Ghost City – Populus euphratica Forest – Sayram Lake, etc. This route covers the most beautiful scenery of Xinjiang in autumn, including lakes, forests, grasslands, deserts, and other landforms.
During the trip, you can arrange to feel the fusion of nature and humanity at Tianshan Tianchi, hike the Three Bays by Kanas Lake, experience the original tranquility and warmth in Hemu Village, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of clear lake water and snow-capped mountains reflected in Sayram Lake.
3. 5-day Kanas tour:
D1: Depart from Urumqi, pass by Wulungu Lake, enjoy the sunset at Colorful Beach, stay in Burqin; D2: Visit Hemu Village, enjoy the sunset, stay in a log cabin in Hemu Village; D3: Visit Kanas Three Bays and Kanas Lake, stay at Jiadenyu Hotel; D4: Visit乌尔禾World Ghost City and Populus euphratica Forest, stay in Karamay; D5: Visit Dushanzi Grand Canyon or Anjihai Grand Canyon, return to Urumqi
4. A brief and concise journey to Northern Xinjiang:
Urumqi – Altay – Hemu – Kanas – Jiadenyu – World Ghost City – Karamay – Sayram Lake – Urumqi. This route is suitable for tourists with limited time, allowing them to experience the essence of Xinjiang’s attractions in a short period.
The weather in Xinjiang in October is mainly sunny, but the temperature difference between morning and evening is large. It is recommended that tourists prepare thick clothes, and down jackets are a must for those who are afraid of the cold.
. Choose a route that suits you and embark on an unforgettable journey to Xinjiang!