Recommended 15-day travel itinerary for September in Xinjiang is as follows:?
Days 1-2: Arrive in Urumqi, check in and rest. On the second day, visit the urban area of Urumqi to experience local customs and cuisine, such as the International Bazaar.?
Day 3: Head to Tianshan Tianchi for a one-day tour to enjoy the beauty of Tianshan Mountain and its clear lake water.?
Days 4-5: Head to Hemu to experience the morning mist and sunset, stay at a youth hostel in Hemu, and feel the local atmosphere.?
. Afterwards, you can head to Kanas to visit attractions such as Wolong Bay and Moon Bay.?
Days 6-7: Continue the Kanas journey, exploring Kanas Lake and its surrounding beauty in depth. Afterwards, you can head to Burqin or Beitun City to prepare for the next part of the itinerary.?
Days 8-9: Head to Turpan to visit famous attractions such as Flaming Mountain and Grape Valley, experiencing the grape culture of Turpan. Afterwards, return to Urumqi to prepare for the southern Xinjiang trip.?
Days 10-11: Travel to Kashgar by train or plane, visit the Old Town of Kashgar, and feel the Islamic flavor of ancient Western Regions. Afterwards, you can head to Tajik Autonomous County to visit attractions such as Stone City.?
Days 12-13: Continue exploring Kashgar and its surroundings, such as Karakul Lake and Baisha Lake. Afterwards, return to the urban area of Kashgar for final shopping and rest.?
Day 14: Return to Urumqi from Kashgar, with the opportunity to visit attractions such as Bayinbuluk Grasslands and the Duku Highway along the way, experiencing the magnificent natural scenery of Xinjiang.?
Day 15: End the itinerary in Urumqi and return home according to your flight schedule.?
This itinerary covers some of the main attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang, including natural scenery, cultural landscapes, and culinary experiences. During September, the golden period for autumn tourism in Xinjiang, tourists can enjoy the colorful Kanas, golden birch forests, and rich ethnic customs.?
. Please adjust the itinerary appropriately according to personal interests and actual circumstances to ensure a pleasant journey.?