Xinjiang Populus Euphratica Forest Park 3 Days 2 Nights 5000 RMB Travel Guide

Preparation Documents Bring your ID card and a small amount of cash. Some areas have poor network signals, so cash can be used as a backup payment method. Clothing Xinjiang has a large temperature difference between day and night. In November, the temperature is relatively low, so prepare thick coats, sweaters, thermal pants, scarves, hats, gloves, and other warm clothing. Other Items Prepare sunscreen, sunglasses, a thermos, and common medicines (such as cold medicine, stomach medicine, motion sickness medicine, etc.). Itinerary Day 1: Head to Luntai, First View of the Populus Euphratica ● Morning: Fly from Shaoguan to Korla, then rent a car to Luntai Populus Euphratica Forest Park (about 2 hours by car). Car rental costs vary by model, approximately 300 - 500 RMB per day, with a two-day rental cost controlled around 1000 RMB. ● Noon: Have lunch in Luntai County, tasting Xinjiang specialties such as hand-pulled rice and grilled lamb skewers, costing about 30 - 50 RMB per person. ● Afternoon: Enter the Tarim Populus Euphratica Forest Park, which concentrates most of the Populus Euphratica in the Tarim River basin and is the largest original Populus Euphratica forest park in Xinjiang. You can take the scenic park train (ticket about 100 RMB) along a 13-kilometer sightseeing railway to enjoy the romantic water-surrounded Populus Euphratica, as if in a fairyland. ● Evening: Stay at Luntai Yihao Hotel, which has an excellent rating of 4.7, close to Luntai Bus Station and Xinxin Road Pedestrian Street, with prices about 300 - 500 RMB per night. You can stroll nearby in the evening and taste local snacks. Day 2: Deep Exploration, Feel the History ● Morning: Enter the Populus Euphratica Forest Park again, hike deep into the forest, search for relics on the Silk Road and shadows of ancient cities, and feel the weight of history. ● Noon: Have lunch at the restaurant inside the park, offering simple meals like mixed noodles and fried noodles, about 30 RMB per person. ● Afternoon: Free activities, you can take photos in the Populus Euphratica forest and admire the diverse forms of the trees. ● Evening: Stay again at Luntai Yihao Hotel. You can inquire at the hotel about bonfire parties or other activities to add fun to your trip. Day 3: Prepare to Return, End of the Journey ● Morning: Pack up and check out. Buy some Xinjiang specialties in Luntai County, such as raisins and almonds. ● Noon: After lunch in the county, drive back to Korla, return the car, and take a flight home. Cost Budget Transportation ● Round-trip flight from Shaoguan to Korla, booked in advance, about 2000 - 3000 RMB. ● Car rental cost for two days about 1000 RMB. Accommodation Luntai Yihao Hotel for two nights about 600 - 1000 RMB. Meals Meals for three days about 300 - 500 RMB. Tickets and Others Scenic park train ticket 100 RMB, specialty purchases and other expenses about 300 - 500 RMB. The total cost is about 5000 RMB or less, with specific expenses varying according to actual consumption. Following this guide, you can fully enjoy the unique charm of Xinjiang Populus Euphratica Forest Park in 3 days and 2 nights while reasonably controlling your budget.