Here is a 3-day travel guide for Xinjiang that you can follow:?
Day 1: Urumqi downtown and nearby suburbs tour?
In the morning, visit the Xinjiang Museum to learn about the history and culture of Xinjiang, with a tour time of about 2-3 hours?
In the afternoon, visit Hongshan Park to admire natural scenery and cultural landscapes, with a tour time of about 2 hours. From here, you can overlook the cityscape of Urumqi and feel the rich folk customs?
In the evening, head to the International Bazaar to experience the most authentic Western Regions’ customs, taste Xinjiang cuisine, purchase specialty handicrafts, and spend about 1-2 hours exploring?
Day 2: One-day tour of Tian Chi in Mount Tianshan?
Depart from Urumqi downtown in the morning and head to Tian Chi in Mount Tianshan to admire the breathtaking scenery of snow-capped mountains, lakes, and forests, experiencing the grandeur and tranquility of nature. The tour takes the whole day, with round-trip transportation costs of about 100 yuan?
At Tian Chi in Mount Tianshan, you can choose to hike, ride a horse, or take a shuttle bus to explore, flexible arrangements based on personal preferences and physical condition?
Day 3: Free activities in Urumqi downtown?
In the morning, you can choose to visit the Urumqi Ocean Aquarium or Xinjiang Science and Technology Museum, which are particularly suitable for families with children?
In the afternoon, you can stroll through Xinjiang Folk Street, which is a free and popular attraction with a blend of architectural styles from multiple cultures, particularly suitable for portrait and landscape photography?
In the evening, you can find a specialty restaurant in the city to taste authentic Xinjiang cuisine and bring this trip to a perfect end.?
In addition, here are some practical tips:?
Remember to purchase attraction tickets online in advance to save time?
The temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang is large, so wear summer clothing during the day and winter clothing at night?
If you choose to drive yourself, please pay attention to driving safety; if you choose to join a tour group, it is recommended to sign up for a local 2-6 person pure-play small group, which allows for flexible stops and starts and a high level of comfort?
I hope this guide can help you plan an unforgettable trip to Xinjiang!?