The 16-day travel guide for southern Xinjiang mainly includes the following routes and attractions:?
Arriving in Xinjiang for the first time:?
Day 1: Depart from various locations and arrive in Urumqi to prepare for your journey to southern Xinjiang.?
Transition from northern Xinjiang to southern Xinjiang:?
Days 2-3: Depart from Urumqi to visit famous attractions in northern Xinjiang such as Koktokay and Kanas, and then gradually head south.?
Notes: Although these attractions belong to northern Xinjiang, during the 16-day tour of southern Xinjiang, a few days are usually arranged to visit some attractions in northern Xinjiang to more comprehensively experience the scenery of Xinjiang.?
Officially entering southern Xinjiang:?
Days 4-5: Visit attractions such as Hemu Village, Colorful Beach, and Ghost City, and then head to Kuitun or Changji.?
Day 6: You can visit Turpan to experience the scorching heat of Flaming Mountain and the sweetness of Grape Valley.?
Deep into southern Xinjiang:?
Days 7-8: Travel via the Duku Highway or other routes to visit the scenic grasslands of southern Xinjiang, such as Nalati Grassland and Bayinbuluke Grassland.?
Days 9-10: You can explore the mysterious Tian Shan Grand Canyon, Kuqa Grand Canyon, Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves, and other unique landscapes and cultural attractions of southern Xinjiang.?
Cultural customs of southern Xinjiang:?
Days 11-12: Head to Kashgar, one of the most representative cities in southern Xinjiang, to visit Kashgar Old Town, Id Kah Mosque, and other attractions, and experience the profound cultural heritage of southern Xinjiang.?
Days 13-14: You can visit Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, Mount Mushtag, and other alpine lakes and snowy landscapes of southern Xinjiang.?
Deserts and plateaus of southern Xinjiang:?
Day 15: You can visit the Taklamakan Desert to experience its vastness and mystery, or explore the Pamir Plateau to feel its grandeur.?
Day 16: Depending on your itinerary, you can choose to end your trip in Kashgar or Urumqi and return to your respective destinations.?
During the 16-day tour in southern Xinjiang, you can also adjust your itinerary according to your time and interests, such as adding tastings of local specialty foods and participating in local folk activities, to more comprehensively experience the local customs and traditions of southern Xinjiang. Meanwhile, due to the vast territory of Xinjiang and the long distances between attractions, it is recommended to plan your itinerary and mode of transportation in advance to ensure a smooth journey.?