Traveling with Friends? Head to Northern Xinjiang for Kanas and Ili

Traveling with friends? Head to Northern Xinjiang for a 10-day trip to Kanas and Ili. Stay in a cabin, enjoy the scenery without the crowds, and relax. It's a great choice for seniors! -------------------- 🚗 Route suggestion: 10-day in-depth tour of Kanas and Ili, Xinjiang Day 1-2: Arrive in Urumqi, take the S21 Desert Highway, visit Ulungur Lake and the Ghost City of the Sea, and stay overnight in Burqin. Day 3-4: Visit Kanas Lake, stroll through the Three Bays, enjoy tea by the fire in Hemu, take some travel photos, and stay overnight in Hemu. Day 5: Watch the sunrise in Hemu, visit the Jikepulin Ski Resort, and head to Karamay. Day 6-7: Visit Sayram Lake, pass the Guozigou Bridge, visit the Kurdening Scenic Area, and stay overnight in Kurdening. Day 8: Visit Dopamine Six Star Street, enjoy the ancient road hot springs, and stay overnight in Shuanghe/Bole. Day 9: Visit the Dushanzi Grand Canyon and return to Urumqi. Day 10: Leave Urumqi. 24-hour airport/station transfer service available. 🌟 -------------------- Attraction suggestions: 🌊 Sayram Lake: The scenery here is breathtaking! Backed by snow-capped mountains, the lake is surrounded by vast grasslands and wildflowers. The scenery along the road around the lake is picturesque, and there are cultural relics waiting to be explored. 🌲 Hemu Scenic Area: A quaint and quiet village with beautiful scenery. It's not a big place, so it's perfect for walking tours and a great place to relax. 🏛️ Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar: A great place to experience Xinjiang culture, with unique architecture, ethnic commerce, song and dance performances, and local delicacies. 🏞️ Dushanzi Grand Canyon: The magical landforms and layered scenery are a testament to the wonders of nature and a great place to enjoy the natural beauty. 💧 Kanas Lake: The essence of the nature reserve, surrounded by mixed coniferous and broad-leaved forests and mountain grasslands, with beautiful scenery that will leave you wanting more. -------------------- Travel tips: 🏞️ Traveling in Northern Xinjiang? Here's what you need to know! 🌟 Specialty prices: Xinjiang has a wide variety of dried fruits and nuts at affordable prices. Purple-skinned salted cashews and milky walnuts are great choices! 🎉 Customs: The people of Northern Xinjiang are warm and friendly. The Kazakh Kurban Festival and the Xibe Westward Migration Festival are great opportunities to experience the local culture. 🍽️ Food: Xinjiang's big plate chicken and roasted whole lamb are delicious! Don't miss them! There are also pilaf, naan, and other local snacks waiting for you to try. ❄️ February climate: Xinjiang is cold in winter, so remember to bring warm clothes. The snow is beautiful, but be careful not to slip and keep warm! -------------------- The scenery in Northern Xinjiang is endless, and Kanas and Ili are not to be missed. Don't forget to save this guide to make your trip even more exciting! 🌄