The Southern Xinjiang Loop Tour guide mainly includes multiple famous attractions and a classic tour route.
The attractions not to be missed on the Southern Xinjiang Loop Tour include:
Kashgar Old Town, known as the ‘living ancient city of a thousand years’, is an excellent place to understand the ethnic customs and culture of Xinjiang
The Pamir Plateau, described as the ‘end of the world’, has unique geographical features and cultural landscapes
The Taklamakan Desert, as a mysterious desert landscape, attracts countless tourists to explore
Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves are a must-visit for lovers of human history
Populus euphratica forests, especially during the Shaya Populus euphratica Forest Festival, offer breathtaking views of the forests
Baisha Lake, Mushthag Glacier, the盘龙古道 (Dragon Coiled Roadway), etc., are also highlights of the Southern Xinjiang Loop Tour
In addition, a classic Southern Xinjiang Loop Tour route is planned as follows:
Day 1: Depart from Urumqi, passing by wind farms and the Salt Lake, and arrive in Korla
Day 2: Depart from Korla, visit attractions such as the Lop Nur Village of罗布人 (Lop Nur罗布人Village), and then arrive in Kuqa
Day 3: Depart from Kuqa, visit related attractions, and arrive in Aksu
Day 4: Depart from Aksu and head to Kashgar Old Town, arriving in Kashgar on the same day
Day 5: After visiting Kashgar, depart for Taxkorgan County, with stops at attractions such as Baisha Lake and Mushthag Glacier Park
Day 6: After visiting attractions such as the盘龙古道 (Dragon Coiled Roadway) in Taxkorgan County, return to Kashgar to end the Southern Xinjiang Loop Tour
Of course, the specific itinerary can be adjusted according to personal interests and time. The Southern Xinjiang Loop Tour not only allows tourists to appreciate the natural scenery of Xinjiang but also provides an in-depth experience of the unique local ethnic culture and customs. I hope this guide can help you on your journey to Southern Xinjiang!