There are multiple recommended 8-day tourism routes in Xinjiang, here are two classic options:?
Route 1: 8-Day Northern Xinjiang Circular Tour?
This route covers multiple essential attractions in northern Xinjiang, with natural scenery and cultural landscapes complementing each other.?
D1: Depart from Urumqi, take the S21 Desert Highway, watch the sunset at Colorful Beach, and spend the night in Burqin.?
D2: From Burqin, head to Kanas Lake, visit the Three Bays, stay overnight in Hemu Village, and enjoy the Milky Way and starry skies.?
D3: Experience the morning mist and wandering in Hemu Village, stay overnight in Wuhe.?
D4: Depart from Wuhe, visit the World Ghost City and Baiyanghe Grand Canyon, and arrive in Jinghe.?
D5: From Jinghe, visit Sayram Lake’s lakeside scenery, pass by Fruit Valley Bridge, and arrive in Yining.?
D6: From Yining, head to Nalati Aerial Grasslands and feel the fresh air of the plateau.?
D7: Cross the hinterland of the Tianshan Mountains, enjoy the scenery along the way, and stay overnight in Hejing.?
D8: Depart from Hejing, pass by Dabancheng Windmills and Salt Lake, and return to Urumqi?
Route 2: 8-Day In-depth Northern Xinjiang Tour?
This route delves deeper into the hinterland of northern Xinjiang, taking you to experience more hidden and beautiful scenery.?
D1: Arrive in Urumqi and begin your journey.?
D2: Depart from Urumqi, visit Sayram Lake’s lakeside scenery, Fruit Valley Bridge, and lavender fields, then arrive in Yining City.?
D3: From Yining, head to Xiata Scenic Area and arrive in Zhaosu County.?
D4: Visit Qiaxi Grasslands in Zhaosu County and proceed to Xinyuan.?
D5: Head from Xinyuan to Nalati Grasslands, then proceed to Tangbula.?
D6: Visit Tangbula’s Hundred-Mile Gallery of Grasslands and Fairy Lake in Tangbula, then return to Yining.?
D7: From Yining, head to Dushanzi Grand Canyon and return to Urumqi.?
D8: Transfer to the airport in Urumqi, ending a delightful journey?
Both of these routes have been carefully planned, covering classic and hidden attractions in northern Xinjiang. Whether it’s natural scenery or cultural landscapes, they will all leave you feasting your eyes. Which route to choose depends on your personal preferences and travel pace.?