July is the golden season for tourism in Xinjiang, with warm weather and captivating scenery, suitable for long-distance travel. Here are several recommended tourist routes:?
Circle Around Mount Tianshan (10-12 days):?
Recommendation Reason: It covers the main attractions of Xinjiang, balancing natural landscapes and cultural experiences.?
Route Arrangement:?
Urumqi (2 days): Visit Tianshan Grand Canyon, Urumqi Museum, Red Mountain, etc.?
Turpan (1-2 days): Visit Flaming Mountain, Kanerjing, and Grape Valley, and experience geological wonders and historical culture in a scorching environment?
Korla (1 day): Visit Bosten Lake and taste Korla fragrant pears?
Kashgar (2-3 days): Experience the old city, Id Kah Mosque, Kashgar Old Town, and immerse yourself in the rich Uyghur culture?
Grand Circle Route (12 days):?
Route Arrangement:?
D1: Departure from Urumqi?
D2: From Urumqi to Bosten Lake – Korla?
D3: From Korla to Tarim Poplar Forest – Aksu?
D4: From Aksu to Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Kashgar?
D5: From Kashgar to Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Tashkurgan County?
D6: From Tashkurgan County to Panlong Ancient Road – Kashgar?
D7: From Kashgar to Walnut King Park – Hotan?
D8: From Hotan to the Desert Highway – Kuqa?
D9: From Kuqa to the Mysterious Grand Canyon of Mount Tianshan – Southern section of Duku Highway – Bayin Town?
D10: From Bayin Town to Bayinbuluke – Nalati Aerial Grasslands – Nalati Town?
D11: From Nalati to the northern section of Duku Highway – Dushanzi Grand Canyon – Urumqi?
D12: End of journey in Urumqi?
Yili Grand Circle Route (5 days):?
Route Arrangement:?
Day 1: From Urumqi to Sayram Lake, admiring the ‘last tear of the Atlantic Ocean’?
Day 2: Viewing lavender in Huocheng and experiencing the stunning scenery of Yizhao Highway?
Day 3: Camping at Karakjun Grasslands, enjoying the tranquility and beauty of nature?
Day 4: Nalati Aerial Grasslands, experiencing the vastness and grandeur of the grasslands?
Day 5: Southern section of Duku Highway, heading to Bayinbuluke Grasslands to admire the beauty of Swan Lake?
In addition, there is a selected route for your reference:?
DAY1: Gathering in Urumqi?
DAY2: Urumqi – S101 – Anjihai Grand Canyon – Jinghe?
DAY3: Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Zhaosu?
DAY4: Zhaosu – Xiata Ancient Road – Tekes?
DAY5: Tekes – Aktas – Kuerdening – Xinyuan County?
DAY6: Xinyuan County – Nalati Grasslands – Tangbula Grasslands – Bee Town?
DAY7: Bee Town – Duku Highway – Urumqi?
As well as a more concise route:?
Day 1: Tour of Urumqi City?
Day 2: Tian Chi (Heavenly Lake) in Mount Tianshan?
Day 3: Kanas Lake?
Day 4: Hemu Village?
Day 5: Sayram Lake?
Day 6: Turpan?
Day 7: Return to Urumqi?
You can choose a suitable route for your trip based on your interests and schedule. Remember to plan your itinerary in advance and book accommodation and transportation to ensure a smooth journey.?