The 11-day travel guide for Northern Xinjiang mainly includes a circular route departing from Urumqi, passing through multiple famous attractions, and finally returning to Urumqi.?
Here is the specific itinerary arrangement:?
Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi, rest and explore the local flavor of Xinjiang. You can visit the International Bazaar to experience the joy of ethnic integration in Xinjiang and taste authentic Xinjiang cuisine such as grilled lamb skewers, hand-grabbed rice, and big plate chicken.?
Day 2: Depart from Urumqi, cross the S21 Desert Highway, arrive at Colorful Beach to admire the sunset, and then proceed to Burqin for overnight stay.?
Day 3: Head to Jiadenyu, then venture deeper into Hemu Village to experience the traditional life of the Tuwa people, and stay overnight in the primitive village.?
Day 4: Depart from Hemu, head to Kanas, visit Kanas Lake, and search for traces of the lake monster.?
Day 5: Depart from Burqin, visit the World Ghost City, and then proceed to Kuitun for overnight stay.?
Day 6: Depart from Kuitun, head to Sayram Lake to admire its sapphire-like waters, then proceed to Lavender Manor to immerse yourself in a sea of flowers (Note: Lavender blooms mainly in summer, and the best viewing period may have passed during National Day, but the beauty of Sayram Lake is still worth seeing).?
Day 7: Head to Yining, visit Kazanqi Folk Village, then proceed along the Yizhao Highway to explore Zhaosu Tianma Bathing River.?
Day 8: Depart from Zhaosu, head to Tekes Eight Trigrams City, visit Xiata Forest Park on the way, and then proceed to Karajun Grassland and Koksu Grand Canyon.?
Day 9: Depart from Tekes, head to Nalati Aerial Grassland to experience the tranquility and beauty of a hidden paradise, and then stay overnight in Nalati.?
Day 10: Depart from Nalati, visit Tangbula Hundred-Mile Gallery, then drive along the northern section of the Duku Highway to arrive in Kuitun.?
Day 11: Depart from Kuitun, head to Dushanzi Grand Canyon, and finally return to Urumqi to end your pleasant trip to Northern Xinjiang.?
In addition, you can participate in unique experiences such as bonfire evenings, feeding eagles with the Falcon Knights of Hemu Village, picking jade on the Gobi Desert, as well as tasting authentic Xinjiang cuisine and enjoying the thoughtful service of professional pilots.?
The above guide is for reference only. The specific itinerary may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, and other factors. Before traveling, please be sure to make adequate preparations and plans to ensure a pleasant and safe journey.?