The August northern Xinjiang travel strategy mainly includes itinerary planning, must-visit attractions, and practical tips.?
I. Itinerary Planning?
You can choose a 9-day or over 10-day loop tour to fully experience the natural scenery and cultural atmosphere of northern Xinjiang. For example:?
9-day loop route: Depart from your hometown, pass through Urumqi, visit Colorful Beach, Kanas (including Wolong Bay, Moon Bay, and Shenxian Bay), Hemu, Devil City, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Bayinbruke, and finally return to Urumqi via Duku Highway before returning home.?
10-day tour route: Starting from Urumqi, visit the International Bazaar, S21 Desert Highway, Kanas, Hemu, Colorful Beach, Urho Wind Erosion Devil City, Sayram Lake, Guozigou Bridge, Nalati Aerial Grassland in sequence, and finally return to Urumqi via Duku Highway to end the journey.?
II. Must-Visit Attractions?
Colorful Beach: Colorful and as if you are in a fairy tale world.?
Kanas: Including Wolong Bay, Moon Bay, and Shenxian Bay, it’s a feast for the eyes to appreciate on foot.?
Hemu: Wildflowers bloom in summer, and the night sky is star-studded.?
Sayram Lake: Known as the "Last Blue Tear of the Atlantic Ocean", with a magnificent view of the Tianshan Mountains in the distance.?
Nalati: It’s as if you have traveled to the aerial grassland of Switzerland, with scenery so beautiful that it makes people reluctant to leave.?
Bayinbruke: Tianshan Grassland, pastoral scenery, like a dream.?
Duku Highway: Gobi deserts, snowy mountains, lakes, alpine meadows, and constant amazing scenery.?
In addition, attractions such as Tianshan Tianchi, Hongshan Park, International Bazaar, Koktokay, Jongkushitai, Xiata Ancient Road, Lavender Fields, etc., are also worth visiting.?
III. Practical Tips?
Transportation: Urumqi is recommended as the first stop due to its convenient transportation. You can choose to self-drive, carpool, or rent a car to travel to northern and southern Xinjiang. Self-driving is suitable for experienced tourists with plenty of time, carpooling is economical, and renting a car offers high freedom of itinerary.?
Accommodation: During the trip, you can arrange for high-rated and comfortable hotels. Single travelers can share rooms to save costs.?
Food: In Urumqi, you can taste local delicacies such as lamb skewers and big plate chicken, and you can also indulge in the night market in Turpan.?
Notes: The climate in Xinjiang is dry, so pay attention to sunscreen and hydration; some attractions are at high altitudes, so be aware of altitude sickness; respect local customs and habits to avoid unnecessary trouble.?
The above strategy is for reference only. The specific itinerary and attraction selection can be adjusted according to personal interests and actual conditions. Wish you a pleasant journey!?