Recommended travel tips for Xinjiang in October are as follows:?
Northern Xinjiang Route:?
The Kanas + Hemu + Sayram Lake loop route is an excellent choice to experience the splendid autumn scenery. Kanas Scenic Area is known as the ‘God’s Backyard’. At this time, the mountains, lakes, and forests intertwine to form a picturesque landscape, especially the scenery of the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay) is superb. Hemu Village is a paradise for photographers, where the wooden huts in autumn and morning fog complement each other. The ice and snow on Sayram Lake begin to melt, and the clear lake water reflects the surrounding snow-capped mountains.?
In addition, you can visit attractions such as Colorful Beach and Devil City to experience the magnificent works of nature.?
Southern Xinjiang Route:?
The Kashgar + Pamir Plateau small loop route allows you to experience a unique exotic flavor. The Lopnur Village in southern Xinjiang is a comprehensive scenic area integrating deserts, the Tarim River, poplar forests, lakes, entertainment, and folk customs. It is the location of the last ‘home of the Lop people’, where you can taste the red willow grilled fish cooked by the Lop people themselves.?
Wensu Grand Canyon is known as the ‘King of Canyons’. You can climb to the top of the canyon and overlook the entire panorama of the canyon.?
Bachu Red Bay Scenic Area integrates lakes, rivers, grasslands, wetlands, Gobi deserts, and poplar forests. In the golden autumn of October, the Tarim River under the poplar forest and the golden reeds complement each other, creating a dreamlike scenery.?
Travel Tips:?
In October, the weather in Xinjiang begins to cool down, especially with large temperature differences between morning and night. It is recommended to bring warm clothing.?
This is the peak tourist season in Xinjiang, especially during the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays. There are many tourists, so it is advisable to book accommodation and transportation in advance.?
Xinjiang has a vast territory with considerable distances between attractions. It is recommended to arrange your itinerary reasonably to ensure a pleasant journey.?