Xinjiang Summer Vacation Travel Guide?
Summer vacation (usually from July to August) is the peak tourist season in Xinjiang. At this time, the temperature in various parts of Xinjiang is suitable, and fruits and melons are ripe. It is a good time to taste delicious food and enjoy beautiful scenery. Here is a travel guide for Xinjiang during summer vacation:?
Best Travel Time:?
During summer vacation, from July to August, is the golden period for tourism in Xinjiang. The weather is suitable and the scenery is beautiful, especially in scenic areas such as Kanas and Hemu in northern Xinjiang, which are breathtakingly beautiful.?
Must-visit Attractions:?
Kanas Lake Scenic Area: Located in the Altay Mountains, the lake water is clear and the scenery is captivating. You can climb up to the Fish Viewing Terrace to overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire Kanas Lake.?
Nalati Grassland: Under the cotton candy-like clouds, with herds of cattle and sheep, it is an excellent place to enjoy afternoon tea.?
Sayram Lake: The last tear of the Atlantic Ocean. You can drive around the lake to search for wild white swans.?
Duku Highway: It is only open for 4 months a year. The seasons change in a single day, and the scenery varies every ten li. It is a paradise for self-driving enthusiasts.?
Itinerary Planning Suggestions:?
Day1: Arrive in Urumqi, pick up at the station, and check into the hotel.?
Day2-3: Depart from Urumqi, visit Koktokay and Beitun, and stay in Fuhai or Beitun.?
Day4: Head to Hemu, experience the characteristic log cabins, and watch the stars at night.?
Day5: Depart from Hemu, visit Kanas and Jiadengyu, and stay in Jiadengyu or Heilutan.?
Day6: Continue to visit Kanas, then head to Changji or Tianshan Tianchi, and stay in Changji.?
Day7: Depart from Changji, visit Turpan, and then return to Urumqi to prepare for the return trip.?
Accommodation and Dining:?
Urumqi has a variety of accommodation options, such as the Zhongshan Road business district and the Youhao business district. Eating and drinking, as well as transportation, are very convenient.?
The log cabins in Hemu scenic area are a specialty, but during the peak season, it is difficult to find a room and needs to be booked in advance.?
Accommodation in other scenic areas such as Kanas and Sayram Lake also needs to be booked in advance, especially for good conditions.?
Precautions:?
Many scenic areas in Xinjiang require real-name reservations. During the peak season, the flow of people is large. It is recommended to book tickets in advance to avoid being unable to purchase tickets at the entrance of the scenic area.?
The weather in Xinjiang is changeable, with large temperature differences between day and night. No matter which season you come, bring enough warm clothes.?
When driving, please note that popular roads such as the Duku Highway are only open to vehicles with 7 seats or less.?
Special Note:?
During summer vacation, which is the peak tourist season in Xinjiang, accommodation, dining, and other prices may be relatively high. It is recommended to plan and book in advance.?
When encountering herds of cattle and sheep crossing the road, please be patient. They are the masters of this grassland.?
With the above guide, you can better plan your trip to Xinjiang and enjoy this beautiful western region.?