The Xinjiang travel guide for July and August mainly includes best scenic spots, recommended routes, and practical tips.?
I. Best Scenic Spots?
Duku Highway: Known as the ‘Miracle Road Through Four Seasons’, it offers different scenery every ten miles and is an excellent choice for self-driving tours.?
Sayram Lake: Called the ‘Last Tear of the Atlantic’, it boasts clear lake water and stunning scenery, making it a paradise for photographers.?
Nalati Grassland: One of the world’s four major grasslands, known for its lush green grass and fragrant flowers. It is an excellent place to experience grassland scenery.?
Kanas: Known as the ‘God’s Back Garden’, it boasts natural landscapes such as mountains, lakes, and forests, with particularly charming scenery in autumn.?
Liuxingjie: An ancient neighborhood in Yining, colorful and full of historical charm.?
II. Recommended Routes?
Ili Grand Loop Route: A loop route along the Tianshan Mountains, passing through grasslands, snowy mountains, valleys, and other areas in the Ili River Valley. It boasts numerous scenic spots with concentrated and exquisite scenery.?
Kayi Loop Route: A combination of the Ili Loop Route and Kanas Loop Route, allowing you to tour both Ili and Kanas scenic areas and experience a richer variety of natural landscapes.?
III. Practical Tips?
Accommodation: Book accommodation as early as possible after confirming your itinerary, and preferably choose accommodations that allow free cancellation before check-in on the same day.?
Transportation: You don’t have to insist on renting an off-road vehicle in Xinjiang. A regular SUV is sufficient if you are not taking an off-road route. It is also recommended to choose a large platform and purchase full insurance.?
Clothing: Prepare thick leggings, windbreakers with linings, sunblock clothes, and other clothing to cope with the changeable weather.?
Tickets: Self-driving tickets for Sayram Lake are valid for 24 hours, and self-driving tickets for Karakul are valid for 48 hours. You can flexibly arrange your itinerary based on time.?
Essential items: ID card, sunglasses, hat, power bank, sunscreen, and other essential items need to be prepared in advance.?
In addition, based on personal interests and schedule, you can choose to visit places such as Grape Valley and Flaming Mountain in Turpan to experience the unique geographical environment and historical culture.?
. During the tour, please pay attention to protecting the environment, respect local customs and habits, and enjoy an unforgettable trip to Xinjiang.?