Xinjiang is a charming tourist destination, with both natural scenery and cultural landscapes that captivate visitors. Here are some suggested travel routes and attractions in Xinjiang for your reference:
Silver Hair Train Tour of Xinjiang
Time: April
Feature: A tourist train specially designed for middle-aged and elderly people, providing a safe, comfortable, and convenient way to travel
Route: ‘Xingyun: 15-Day Tour of the Yili Apricot Blossom Valley in Northern and Southern Xinjiang + Pamir Plateau’, connecting the stunning scenery of both sides of the Tianshan Mountains at a leisurely pace over 15 days
Self-driving Tour of Xinjiang
5-Day Altay Loop Route
Travel Order: Altay → Baihaba → Kanas → Hemu → Altay
Recommended Attractions: The tranquility of Baihaba, the fairyland scenery of Kanas, and the warmth and romance of Hemu
Self-driving Tour Precautions: It is recommended to rent a car from Urumqi for more economy; choose a vehicle with high comfort; bring enough clothing and snacks
8-Day Tour of Beautiful Xinjiang
Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi and visit the Grand Bazaar
Day 2: Head to Turpan to visit Kanerjing Irrigation System, Jiaohe Ancient City, etc.
Day 3: Visit Tianshan Heavenly Lake to admire the snowy mountains
Day 4: Head to Kanas Scenic Area to enjoy the beautiful scenery
Subsequent Days: Continue to visit Kanas, Burqin, Urho Devil’s City, and other attractions before returning to Urumqi
Recommended Specific Attractions
Flaming Mountain Scenic Area
Location: Turpan, Xinjiang, with two Flaming Mountain scenic areas located 200 meters apart
Feature: The red-colored mountain rises abruptly, with gullies stretching far and wide, resembling jumping flames
Tianshan Grand Canyon Scenic Area
Location: Dengcaogou Village, Banfanggou Town, Urumqi County
Feature: A national 5A-level tourist attraction with pleasant scenery throughout the year, especially with vast snowfields in winter, making it an ideal destination for enjoying snow and ice
Xinjiang Silk Road Mountain Resort
Location: Pingxiliang Village, Shuixigou Town, Urumqi County
Feature: With a ski slope area of 1.7 million square meters, it offers a variety of mountain sports throughout the four seasons
Food Recommendations
Specialty Cuisine: Hand-grabbed mutton, grilled mutton skewers, mutton pilaf, spicy mutton trotters, etc.
Tasting Location: Xianlai Town Kuanzhai Alley Cultural Tourism Pedestrian Street, a comprehensive cultural tourism project integrating cultural tourism, leisure vacations, and specialty cuisine
Xinjiang boasts diverse tourism resources, with both natural scenery and cultural landscapes worth visiting. I hope the above suggestions can add a touch of excitement to your trip to Xinjiang!