There are multiple options for the best three-day tour routes in Xinjiang. Here are three recommended routes:
First Route: Classic Three-day Tour of Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Turpan
Day 1: Head to Kanas. Depart from Urumqi, take a plane or long-distance bus to Burqin County, and then transfer to a scenic area bus to Kanas. Kanas is known as "God’s Own Land", with golden birch forests, azure lakes, and distant snow-capped mountains forming a natural oil painting. You can take a stroll along the lakeside plank road or climb up the Fish Viewing Terrace for a panoramic view.
Day 2: Visit Sayram Lake. Sayram Lake is another fairyland on earth in Xinjiang, with clear water and surrounding mountains, offering pleasant scenery. You can take a walk by the lake or take a boat to enjoy the lake scenery.
Day 3: Head to Turpan. Turpan is known as the hometown of grapes in Xinjiang, with rich historical culture and unique folk customs. You can visit attractions such as Grape Valley and Kanerjing, and taste local grapes and raisins.
Second Route: Three-day Tour of Pamir Plateau and Taxkorgan County
Day 1: Depart from Kashgar, visit Red Valley, Baisha Lake, and Karakul Lake, and then head to Tashkurgan County. The Wolf Valley in Red Valley and Baisha Mountain scenic area in Baisha Lake are must-see attractions.
Day 2: Visit attractions in Taxkorgan County such as the Wakhan Corridor, the盘龙 (Dragon) Ancient Road, Xiabandi Blue Lake, and Stone City Golden Grass Beach. The盘龙 Ancient Road is famous for its winding road and magnificent scenery.
Day 3: Depart from Taxkorgan County, visit the Tahman Wetland and Mushtagh Glacier Park along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway, and then return to Kashgar. The magnificent glaciers and snow-capped mountains of Mushtagh Glacier Park are the highlights of this trip.
Third Route: Three-day Tour of Yili
Day 1: Depart from Urumqi, pass by Sayram Lake, and arrive at Qingshuihe. The picturesque scenery of Sayram Lake will start this wonderful journey for you.
Day 2: Depart from Qingshuihe, admire the lavender fields in Huocheng, and then visit the Nalati Grasslands. The vastness and grandeur of the Nalati Grasslands will make you reluctant to leave.
Day 3: Depart from Nalati, cross the Duku Highway, visit the Dushanzi Grand Canyon, and then return to Urumqi. The magnificent scenery of the Duku Highway and the unique landforms of the Dushanzi Grand Canyon will bring a perfect end to your Xinjiang trip.
All three routes above are excellent choices for a three-day tour in Xinjiang, and each route has its unique scenery and cultural experiences. You can choose the most suitable route according to your interests and time.
