The seven-day Xinjiang travel itinerary is as follows:?
Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi?
Upon arrival in Urumqi, you can first take some free time in the urban area to feel the local customs. It is recommended to taste Xinjiang’s special cuisine such as big plate chicken and grilled mutton skewers to store energy for the upcoming journey.?
Day 2: Urumqi – Sayram Lake?
Set out for Sayram Lake in the morning to enjoy the magnificent sunrise scenery. You can choose to drive around the lake or take the scenic area shuttle bus to tour and feel the beauty of the lake and mountains. In the evening, it is recommended to stay at an RV campsite near Sayram Lake, such as the Dianjiangtai Starry Sky Campsite, to experience the joy of being in close contact with nature.?
Day 3: Sayram Lake – Guozigou – Yining?
Get up early to enjoy the sunrise at Sayram Lake once again, then head to Guozigou, cross the Guozigou Bridge, and overlook the magnificent canyon scenery. In the afternoon, arrive in Yining City to visit Yining Old Town and taste local cuisine such as pilaf and noodles with lung.?
Day 4: Yining – Zhaosu?
Head to Zhaosu County to visit Zhaosu Jade Lake and admire the blue ice wonders (unique in winter). You can also visit Tianma Bathing River to experience the charm of equestrian culture. Stay at a hotel in Zhaosu County in the evening.?
Day 5: Zhaosu – Tekes?
Visit Xiata Ancient Road and take a distant view of the Muzart Glacier. In the afternoon, head to Tekes Eight Trigrams City to feel the unique charm of this city built according to the eight trigrams layout. Stay at a hotel in Tekes County in the evening.?
Day 6: Tekes – Nalati?
Visit Qiaxi Forest Park to enjoy the tranquil forest scenery. In the afternoon, arrive at Nalati Grassland, known as the "Pearl of the Tianshan Mountains", where you can fully appreciate the beautiful grassland scenery. In the evening, you can choose to stay in Nalati Town to experience the peaceful night on the grassland.?
Day 7: Nalati – Urumqi?
Return to Urumqi from Nalati to conclude the seven-day journey. Depending on your flight or train schedule, you can arrange some shopping or leisure activities in Urumqi in advance.?
This itinerary covers multiple famous attractions in Xinjiang, including Sayram Lake, Guozigou Bridge, Yining Old Town, Zhaosu Jade Lake, Xiata Ancient Road, Tekes Eight Trigrams City, and Nalati Grassland, allowing you to fully experience the natural scenery and cultural charm of Xinjiang within seven days. Please adjust the itinerary appropriately according to personal interests and actual circumstances.?