A 15-day travel guide for Xinjiang can be planned around the Northern Xinjiang Grand Circle Route, covering well-known attractions such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, and Sayram Lake.
Below are the specific itinerary arrangements and precautions:
Itinerary Planning:
Days 1-2: Depart from Urumqi, head to Fuyun County, visit Koktokay Scenic Area, and then proceed to Beitun.
Day 3: Depart from Beitun, pass through Burqin, head to Habahe County, and visit Baihaba Scenic Area.
Days 4-5: Depart from Baihaba Scenic Area, head to Kanas Scenic Area, visit Kanas Lake, Guanyuting Pavilion, and the Three Bays (Shenxian Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay), and then proceed to Hemo Scenic Area.
Day 6: Free activities in Hemo Scenic Area, enjoying the scenery of the primitive village.
Day 7: Depart from Hemo Scenic Area, head to the乌尔禾Ghost Town Scenic Area, and then proceed to Wuerhe County.
Day 8: Depart from Wuerhe, visit Sayram Lake and the Guozigou Bridge, and then head to Qingshuihe County.
Subsequent Itinerary: You can continue to visit attractions such as the Hundred-Mile Oilfield in Kuitun, the Lavender Manor in Yining, and the Karajun Kekesu Canyon, and finally return to Urumqi to complete the entire Northern Xinjiang Grand Circle Route tour.
Precautions:
Document Preparation: Carry your ID card with you as security checks in Xinjiang are strict.
Climate and Clothing: Xinjiang has a large diurnal temperature variation, so prepare enough warm clothing according to the weather before departure. Additionally, Xinjiang has a dry climate and strong UV rays, so bring sunscreen and hydrating products.
Transportation and Accommodation: Book flights and hotels in advance, especially during holidays. If you are planning a self-driving tour, be aware that Xinjiang has a vast territory and attractions are far apart, so you need to reasonably arrange driving and rest times.
Special Experience: In scenic areas such as Kanas and Hemo, you can experience the folk customs and primitive village scenery of the local Tuwa people. At Sayram Lake, you can enjoy the beauty of the azure and silent lake and the grassland by its side.
The above itinerary and precautions are for reference only, and specific arrangements need to be adjusted according to personal interests and actual situations. Wish you a pleasant trip in Xinjiang!