There are numerous tourist routes in Xinjiang. Below are some classic and popular route recommendations:?
Classic Tourist Routes in Xinjiang?
Kanas Loop Route?
Duration: 5-7 days.?
Attractions: Kanas, Hemu, Koktokay, Ghost City, etc.?
Feature: This route highlights the fairyland-like Kanas Lake and the wooden houses of the Tuwa people, with every scenery being wallpaper-worthy.?
Yili Loop Route?
Duration: 6-10 days.?
Attractions: Sayram Lake, Nalati Grasslands, Xiata, etc.?
Feature: Stunning scenery at the foot of Tianshan Mountain, with unique charm in each season, especially the apricot blossoms in spring and grasslands in summer.?
Kanas-Yili Loop Route?
Duration: 11-13 days.?
Attractions: Highlights of Kanas + Yili.?
Feature: Combining the essence of Kanas and Yili, it covers the most spectacular natural scenery of Northern Xinjiang.?
Great Northern Xinjiang Loop Route?
Duration: 13-17 days.?
Attractions: Desert Gobi, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and other scenery of Northern Xinjiang.?
Feature: A self-driving tour around Northern Xinjiang, featuring grasslands, snow-capped mountains, and lakes, which is a collection of Northern Xinjiang’s scenery.?
Great Southern Xinjiang Loop Route?
Duration: 13-17 days.?
Attractions: Pamir Plateau, Kunlun Mountains, Taklamakan Desert, etc.?
Feature: A perfect fusion of cultural customs and natural landscapes, offering an experience of rich ethnic customs and magnificent natural scenery.?
Other Recommended Routes?
Self-driving on the Duku Highway?
Duration: Varies according to the itinerary, generally 3-5 days.?
Feature: Known as the "Most Beautiful Highway in Tianshan", it boasts rich landscapes of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, canyons, and forests along the way, but the mountain roads are rugged, so safety should be taken into consideration.?
Altay Loop Route?
Duration: About 7 days.?
Feature: Unlock the same filming locations as in the drama "My Altay", with drone aerial photography to experience the drama’s perspective, suitable for influencers and in-depth tourism.?
Great Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop Route?
Duration: Relatively long, usually requiring more than 14 days.?
Feature: Starting from Urumqi without backtracking, the first half is covered with lush green grass, and the second half features majestic mountains and rivers, offering a panoramic experience of Xinjiang’s natural scenery and cultural customs.?
The above route is for reference only, and the specific itinerary can be adjusted according to personal interests and time. When planning the itinerary, it is recommended to consider factors such as season, weather, traffic conditions, and personal physical fitness to ensure a pleasant and safe journey.?