A 9-day tour in Xinjiang can be arranged very fulfilling and colorful. Here is a recommended 9-day itinerary combining many highlights and unique experiences**:?
Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi and enjoy the 24-hour free airport pick-up service, get ready for the upcoming journey.?
Day 2: Depart from Urumqi, pass through the second largest desert in China – Gurbantunggut Desert, head to Koktokay, and stay overnight in Beitun.?
. Or choose to head to S21 Desert Highway, visit Wulungu Lake, and then proceed to Jiadengyu.?
Day 3: Set out for Kanas, visit Kanas Three Bays, and then proceed to Jiadengyu for accommodation.?
, or continue to visit Hemu Village.?
Day 4: Depart from Jiadengyu, visit Colorful Beach, Ghost City, and then proceed to Wuerhe.?
, or choose to head to Burqin.?
Day 5: Visit Sayram Lake to admire the beautiful lakeside scenery, and you can also visit the Lavender Manor to feel the romantic atmosphere, then proceed to Yining.?
Day 6: Depart from Yining, visit Bayanbulak, and then proceed to Nalati Town for accommodation.?
, or choose to visit Tekes and Xiata.?
Day 7: Visit Nalati Grassland, then cross the Duku Highway to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the four seasons, and head to Tangbula Hundred-mile Gallery or Changji for accommodation.?
Day 8: Visit Dushanzi Grand Canyon and then return to Urumqi.?
, or choose to visit Tianshan Tianchi.?
Day 9: End your pleasant journey in Urumqi and transfer to the airport for return.?
During the trip, you can also choose to visit other attractions according to personal interests and time, such as Wuerhe International RV Camping Park, Duku Highway International Self-driving Camp, etc.?
. Meanwhile, the weather in Xinjiang changes greatly, so please be sure to pay attention to the weather forecast before traveling and make corresponding preparations.?
. In addition, there are many mountain roads in Xinjiang, please pay attention to safety when self-driving.?
This itinerary covers many famous attractions and unique experiences in Xinjiang, but the specific arrangements need to be adjusted according to personal interests and time. I hope this itinerary can provide useful reference for your trip to Xinjiang.?