For a seven-day tour of Northern Xinjiang’s Northern Route, it is recommended to choose the Northern Xinjiang Grand Circle Route, a meticulously planned tourist route that allows you to take in the magnificent scenery of Northern Xinjiang within seven days. Here is the detailed itinerary:?
Day 1: Depart from Urumqi and cross the S21 Desert Highway to explore the unique landform of the Colorful Beach. Arrive in Burqin in the evening for overnight stay.?
Day 2: Set off from Burqin and head to the Kanas scenic area, which is praised as a "fairyland on earth" and offers breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains, lakes, and virgin forests.?
Day 3: Go on a light hike in Kanas, visiting famous attractions such as the Three Bays. Stay overnight in a log cabin within the Hemo scenic area to experience the peaceful rural night and have the opportunity to take night shots of the starry sky.?
Day 4: Depart from Hemo, passing through the unique landform of the Devil’s City, and arrive at the Bahuang Campsite. Spend the night in Urho to recharge for the upcoming itinerary.?
Day 5: Set off from Urho and head to Sayram Lake, where the lake water is clear and surrounded by snow-capped mountains, making it a paradise for photographers. After the visit, arrive in Yining for overnight stay.?
Day 6: Depart from Yining and head to the Nalati Aerial Grassland to feel the vastness and grandeur of the grassland. Stay overnight in Bayinbrook to enjoy the sunset and starry sky over the grassland.?
Day 7: On the last day, cross the Duku Highway, which is renowned for its steepness and beauty, and is a must-visit for self-driving enthusiasts. After crossing the highway, return to Urumqi to conclude the delightful seven-day tour of Northern Xinjiang.?
This itinerary covers multiple famous attractions in Northern Xinjiang, including snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, Danxia landforms, etc., allowing tourists to fully experience the natural beauty and cultural customs of Northern Xinjiang within seven days. Meanwhile, the itinerary is reasonably arranged, ensuring sufficient time for tourists to enjoy themselves while avoiding the fatigue caused by overly compact schedules.?