A Must-See Ultimate Guide for Autumn Trips in Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture and Surrounding Areas

Autumn trip to Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture and nearby places, this 11-day itinerary is absolutely amazing! Enjoy the sunset cable car at General Mountain to admire the beautiful autumn scenery and unlock a slightly tipsy moment at the mountaintop; have a blast at the ski resort and even party with snow disco; experience the wonder of water turning to ice, gaze at the dazzling starry sky at night, and capture it all with a drone vlog—don’t miss out! -- 🚗 Route Plan: This trip’s itinerary is tight, allowing you to visit a ton of attractions within limited time~ DAY 1: ✈ Arrive in Urumqi, enjoy 24-hour airport/train station pick-up service, start the Urumqi City Walk, and feel the unique charm of this city🌆 DAY 2-3: Depart from Urumqi, cross the S21 Desert Highway, arrive at Altay in northern Xinjiang, experience night skiing or take the cable car to see the ski resort’s night view at General Mountain🎿, then head to Hemu Scenic Area the next day, stay in a Hemu wooden cabin, open the window to the view, and enjoy breathtaking sunrises and sunsets🌄 DAY 4-5: Sleep in naturally in Hemu, enjoy the healing picturesque moments🏞️, then head to Populus Euphratica River, stay in a 5-star hotel to recharge for the upcoming journey💤 DAY 6-7: Depart from Populus Euphratica River/Dushanzi, VIP tour & 270° in-depth tour of Sayram Lake, check in at a 5-star hotel in Yining City🏨, then head to Nalati Scenic Area the next day, no rush, enjoy the beauty of nature at a slow pace🌿 DAY 8-9: Depart from Xinyuan County, visit Kuerdening Scenic Area, stay in Bole City, then head to Dushanzi Grand Canyon the next day to feel the awe of the billion-year-old canyon shaped by time🌉, finally return to Urumqi and stay in a 5-star hotel DAY 10-11: Urumqi City Walk or go to Kumtag Desert on your own (transportation not included), enjoy leisure time🏜️, finally have breakfast at the Urumqi hotel, then 24-hour private transfer to the airport to end a wonderful trip, having seen mountains and rivers, you’ll feel life is truly worthwhile🌈 -- Must-Visit Attractions: 🏞️ Hemu Scenic Area 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Address: 7 km east of Hemu Village, Hanas Mongolian Ethnic Township, Burqin County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region ⏰ Opening Hours: Unknown ⏳ Recommended Duration: 2-3 days 🌲 Simple wooden cabins scattered in mountain valleys, rustic and quiet, like a paradise on earth🌿 🌊 Kanas Scenic Area 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Address: Provincial Road 232, Burqin County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region ⏰ Opening Hours: Unknown ⏳ Recommended Duration: 1-2 days 🌈 Mysterious lake monster, color-changing lake water, the beauty of Kanas is breathtaking💫 💧 Sayram Lake 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Address: Along National Highway 30, Bole City, Bortala Mongol Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region ⏰ Opening Hours: Open all day ⏳ Recommended Duration: 1-2 days 🌊 Clear blue lake water, blooming wildflowers on the grassland, as beautiful as a painting🖼️ 🏜️ Dushanzi Grand Canyon 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Address: Along National Highway 217, Dushanzi District, Karamay City ⏰ Opening Hours: September 1 - December 31, 09:30-20:30 ⏳ Recommended Duration: 2-3 hours 🌄 Steep cliffs, desert grassland, nature’s masterpiece is truly stunning💥 -- 🧥 Travel Preparation: What to bring when visiting these places in Changji? This article has you covered!** 👗 Clothing: In November, Changji has a big temperature difference between day and night, bring a windbreaker + warm inner layers, windproof pants for hiking at Tianshan Tianchi, and lightweight sports shoes are practical. 🧢 Accessories: Strong UV rays require sunglasses + sunscreen, bring a sand-proof face scarf for desert areas, a thermos with hot water, umbrella/raincoat for sudden weather changes. 🪪 Documents: ID card is a must (checked at scenic spots), student/senior cards for discounts, driver’s license + vehicle registration for self-driving, electronic backups for peace of mind. 📱 Electronics: Power bank + charging cables (charging is difficult in scenic spots), camera for snow mountains and grasslands, common medicines (cold medicine, motion sickness pills), and some cash as backup. -- This group tour in Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture will definitely leave you fully satisfied and make the trip worthwhile, just go for it!😎