The following are suggested 7-day self-guided travel tips for Xinjiang:?
I. Itinerary Planning?
Day1: Arrive in Urumqi, check into a hotel, adjust to the time difference, and prepare for the upcoming itinerary.?
Day2: Depart from Urumqi and visit Sayram Lake (ticket price: 145 yuan) and Guozigou Bridge, feeling the perfect combination of lake scenery and steep terrain. Stay overnight in Qingshuihe County.?
Day3: Head to Huocheng Lavender Manor (a place of purple romance), then visit Zhaosu Wetland Park (ticket price: 40 yuan) and Tianma Bathing River to experience the spectacular sight of thousands of horses galloping. You can choose to stay in Zhaosu or Tekes at night.?
Day4: Visit Xiata (ticket price: 80 yuan) to admire the beautiful scenery of snow-capped mountains, forests, streams, and meadows. Then proceed to the Muzart Glacier and Bagua City (the only city in China without traffic lights). Rest in Bagua City at night.?
Day5: Head to the Nalati Grassland (ticket price: 135 yuan) to experience the vastness and magnificence of the grassland. You can stay in a Kazakh yurt at night to experience local ethnic customs.?
Day6: Visit the Tangbula Hundred-Mile Gallery (a natural scroll), then head to Fairy Lake (ticket price: 10 yuan). This is a lesser-known but stunning secret spot deep in Ili. Finally, cross the Duku Highway (enjoying the natural scenery of grasslands, canyons, snow-capped mountains, and Gobi), and return to Urumqi at night.?
Day7: Visit places in Urumqi, such as the International Bazaar, to buy local specialties and souvenirs, and then prepare for the return trip.?
II. Precautions?
Climate and Clothing: Xinjiang has a large diurnal temperature variation. Bring both thin and thick clothing and take sunscreen measures.?
Documents and Supplies: ID cards are a must. You also need to bring chargers, power banks, daily toiletries, etc.?
Transportation and Tour Guides: Xinjiang has a vast territory with scattered scenic spots. It is recommended to rent a car or join a local tour group and hire a tour guide to better understand the local culture and history.?
Safety and Health: Pay attention to personal safety, abide by local laws and regulations, and pay attention to food hygiene to avoid health issues such as altitude sickness.?
III. Food Recommendations?
During the trip, be sure to taste Xinjiang’s specialty foods such as mutton skewers, big plate chicken, hand-grabbed rice, naan, etc. These delicacies will add more fun to your Xinjiang trip.?
The above itinerary is for reference only. The specific schedule can be adjusted according to personal interests and actual situations. Wish you a pleasant holiday in Xinjiang!?