If you only have 7 days to travel in Xinjiang, you can choose a classic Northern Xinjiang Circular Route, which covers natural scenery, ethnic culture, and culinary experiences. Here is a detailed 7-day travel plan:?
Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi and have free activities. It is recommended to visit the Autonomous Region Museum to learn about the history and culture of Xinjiang. In the evening, you can stroll around the Heti Night Market and taste local specialty foods such as grilled cold-water fish and hand-grabbed rice.?
Day 2: Depart from Urumqi and visit Sayram Lake to admire its magnificent lake and mountain scenery. Then, proceed to the Guozigou Bridge to experience the unique charm of this spectacular bridge. Stay in Yining City for the night and prepare for the next day’s itinerary.?
Day 3: Visit the Kazanzi Folk Village to experience the Oriental Little Morocco with Uyghur flavor. Afterwards, tour the Qiaxi Forest Park to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Jiangnan (south of the Great Wall). Stay in Yining City for the night and taste the local cuisine.?
Day 4: Head to the Nalati Aerial Grassland to enjoy the verdant grasslands and blooming wildflowers. Here, you can immerse yourself in the natural beauty and feel the tranquility and vastness of the grassland.?
Day 5: Cross the Bayanbulak Grassland to appreciate the magnificent scenery of the nine-bend and eighteen-turn river. This is also a great place to take sunset photos, so don’t miss this natural wonder.?
Day 6: Return to Urumqi from Bayanbulak, crossing the Tianshan Mountains on the way to admire the beautiful scenery of Tianshan. When you return to Urumqi in the evening, you can stroll around the Grand Bazaar and buy some local specialties as souvenirs.?
Day 7: Free activities in Urumqi city. You can choose to visit landmark attractions such as Hongshan Park and Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar. Afterwards, arrange to go to the airport or train station according to your return time and end your pleasant journey in Xinjiang.?
In addition, the cuisine in Xinjiang is also a must-try, such as big plate chicken, mutton kebabs, old yogurt, etc. You can enjoy them to your heart’s content during the trip.?
. Meanwhile, pay attention to safety, abide by local traffic rules, try to choose a formal travel agency, and ensure a pleasant and safe journey.?