A ten-day itinerary for traveling in Xinjiang can be arranged as follows:
Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi, adjust to the time difference, and in the evening, you can visit the Grand Bazaar to experience local culture and cuisine.
Day 2: Depart from Urumqi, visit Tianshan Tianchi, admire the stunning scenery of blue water surrounding the snowy mountains, and stay overnight in Fuyun County or another suitable location.
Day 3: Explore the Keketohai Scenic Area, appreciate the unique natural scenery, then proceed to the Colorful Beach to feel the wonders of nature, and stay overnight in Burqin.
Day 4: Depart from Burqin, head to Hemu Village to experience the peaceful rural life and beautiful natural scenery, and choose to stay overnight in Hemu Village.
Day 5: Visit Kanas Scenic Area, admire the beautiful scenery of Kanas Lake and the mysterious legend of the ‘water monster’, then proceed to Jiadengyu or another suitable location for accommodation.
Day 6: Depart from Jiadengyu, explore the乌尔禾魔鬼城 (Urho Devil’s City), appreciate the unique Yadan landform, and stay overnight in Karamay or another city.
Day 7: Depart from Karamay, visit Sayram Lake to admire the lake and mountains, then proceed to Yining. On the way, you can enjoy lavender fields (if the season is right), and stay overnight in Yining.
Day 8: Depart from Yining, visit the Nalati Grassland to experience the grassland scenery and Kazak culture, then proceed to Bayinbrook and stay overnight there.
Day 9: Visit attractions such as Bayinbrook Swan Lake, and then return to Urumqi via the Duku Highway. The scenery along the Duku Highway is magnificent and is a must-visit for tourists in Xinjiang.
Day 10: End the itinerary in Urumqi, where you can stroll around the city, buy some specialties and souvenirs, and then prepare for your return trip.
The above itinerary is for reference only, and specific arrangements can be adjusted according to personal interests and time. Xinjiang has a vast territory and the distances between attractions are relatively far, so it is recommended to make transportation and accommodation plans in advance. At the same time, Xinjiang’s climate is changeable, so please pay attention to the weather forecast before traveling and make corresponding preparations.