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I stayed in Xinjiang for a month to tell you some things not to do
Don't ask how much the ticket is, ask how many years of youth are left. I decided to embark on a journey to Xinjiang in the northwest of my motherland, using a month to find my lost soul. After coming back, I am full of motivation, often staring at the photos in a daze.
To help friends who want to go to Xinjiang, I have compiled this travel guide, hoping to help everyone!
Where should I go first when I go to Xinjiang for the first time?
Urumqi, as the transportation hub of Xinjiang, is very convenient whether it is South Xinjiang or North Xinjiang. It is recommended to choose Urumqi as the first stop, because whether it is a group tour or self-driving, almost all vehicles start from here.
Precautions:
Time difference: There is a 2-hour time difference between Xinjiang and the mainland
Many ethnic minorities are used to saying Xinjiang time
Security check: Xinjiang's security check is very strict, train stations and airports require multiple security checks, it is recommended to go to the train station/airport in advance
Accommodation recommendation:
Urumqi: Recommend Friendly Business Circle or Zhongshan Road Business Circle
Kanas: Recommend Beitun City, secondly, Jadunyu and Burqin can be recommended
Hemu: Recommend staying in the scenic area log cabin, watching the stars all over the sky at night, increasing the play time during the day, and the experience is better
Sailimu Lake: Accommodation is recommended to stay in Qingshuihe Town or Huocheng County
Our self-driving route:
Starting from Urumqi, go to Sailimu Lake—Huocheng—Zhaosu—Tekes—Qiongkushitai—Nalati—Duku Highway, and finally return to Urumqi from Dushanzi.
The route is just a circle, which is a classic Yili ring line.
ps: The above self-driving journey is 12 days in total, a total of 2300 kilometers, without rushing to the road and rushing to the scenic spots, often 5-6 hours of self-driving time every day. I feel that rest and maintaining a good state are necessary.
Must-visit attractions:
Qiongkushitai: The grassland covering the sky, the fairy tale forest like a mist, the small wooden house with grass on the head, every eye is super healing
Huocheng Lavender: The purple sea of flowers tumbling with the wind is really romantic
Tangbula Fairy Lake: A small popular secret that needs to ride a horse up the mountain, accompanied by flowers all the way, it seems to be Alice in Wonderland
Nalati Grassland: The aerial photography and self-driving of the grassland and valley in the sky are absolutely amazing!
Sailimu Lake: "The last tear of the Atlantic"
If you have plenty of time, you must go for a self-driving tour around the lake
Duku Highway: Duku Highway that must be self-driving once in a lifetime! It will open around mid-June every year, and you will feel the four seasons along the way.
Xinjiang cuisine:
The big plate chicken, lamb skewers, roasted lamb chops, and roasted buns in Xinjiang are really amazing, and those who like heavy tastes can close their eyes.
ps: There are also old yogurt, cold water fish, hand-grabbed rice, wrapped meat, pulled strips and other delicacies waiting for you to taste!
Duku Highway: A magnificent journey across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains
Are you tired of the hustle and bustle of the city? Do you long for a spontaneous trip to experience the grandeur of nature and the charm of Xinjiang? Then, Duku Highway is your best choice!
Duku Highway, connecting the north and south of Xinjiang, crossing grasslands, canyons, snow mountains, Gobi and other places, is a must-visit place for tourists. Here, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the four seasons and feel the magic of nature.
Tourist Route
The entire Duku Highway is divided into the north, middle and south sections.
North section: From Dushanzi to Qia'erma
Starting from Dushanzi and heading south, you will pass through large canyons, snow mountains, grasslands, etc., to feel the grandeur of nature. In the north section, you can see the Dushanzi Grand Canyon, which is a shocking place, with towering cliffs, like a knife and axe, which is amazing. In addition, you can also try extreme projects such as step-by-step surprises, and feel the excitement of accelerating heartbeat.
Middle section: From Qia'erma via Narati to Bayinbuluke
Starting from the middle section, you will enter the Narati grassland, which is a vast green ocean, which is refreshing. Here, you can ride horses, slide grass, watch folk performances, etc., to experience the local customs of Xinjiang. Then, you will go to Bayinbuluke grassland, where there are beautiful lakes and winding rivers, and the scenery is pleasant.
South section: From Bayinbuluke to Kuche
In the south section, you will see the mysterious Tianshan Grand Canyon, which is a place full of mystery. The reddish-brown mountains shine under the sun, making people feel the mysterious charm of nature. Here, you can hike and explore, and feel the magic of nature. Finally, you will arrive in Kuche, a city full of historical heritage, with many scenic spots worth visiting.
Ticket Price
There are many scenic spots along the Duku Highway, and the ticket prices of each scenic spot are different. Generally speaking, the ticket price ranges from tens to hundreds of yuan. When buying tickets, you need to prepare in advance, you can check and buy tickets online in advance to avoid waiting in line at the scene.
Precautions
During the trip, there are some precautions you need to keep in mind. First, protect the environment, do not litter, do not destroy vegetation. Second, respect local customs and cultural traditions. Finally, pay attention to safety issues, especially when doing some extreme projects, ensure your own safety.
In general, Duku Highway is a tourist route full of surprises and challenges. Here, you can enjoy the magnificent scenery of nature and feel the local customs of Xinjiang. Whether you like adventure or natural scenery, it can meet your needs. Come on a spontaneous trip!
Xinjiang Ili River Valley Panoramic 7-Day Tour
Go to Xinjiang once! It is a place favored by the heavens. In Xinjiang, you can see vast grasslands, like a green ocean, with galloping horses and flocks of sheep dotting it like clouds.
The Tianshan Mountains are majestic and spectacular, with snow-capped peaks shining with a mysterious light under the sun.
The lakes are embedded in the earth like sapphires, with the clear waters reflecting the blue sky and white clouds, a sight too beautiful to describe.
Ili River Valley Panoramic 7-Day Tour
Itinerary
DAY1 Urumqi-Lujiaowan-Anjihai Grand Canyon-Kuitun
DAY2 Kuitun-Sayram Lake-Guozigou-Lavender Farm-Qingshui River
DAY3 Qingshui River-Liuxing Street-Yizhao Highway-Zhaosu
DAY4 Zhaosu-Xiata-Tekes
DAY5 Tekes-Chabuchi Sea-Kuerdening-Xinyuan
DAY6 Xinyuan-Nalati-Midsection of Duku Highway-Bayinbuluke
DAY7 Bayinbuluke-North Section of Duku Highway-Qiaojima-Urumqi
If you don't know where to go in June, come to Xinjiang for a tour and avoid the crowds!!!
June is a huge "trap" for traveling to Xinjiang! 💢||| Those of you planning to travel to Xinjiang in June,
you're really good at hiding!
Afraid that others will find out and it will be crowded?
Even the locals in Xinjiang keep quiet, not mentioning that this year's summer comes early and the scenery is extraordinarily beautiful,
Isn't this clearly about keeping it a secret from everyone?
It's really a big "scam"!
Xinjiang at this time is when the flowers bloom so vividly and the grass is so green that it's intoxicating,
It's the best time for a cost-effective trip to Xinjiang.
If you don't want to be in a crowd in July and August, then hurry up and come to Xinjiang in June!
Start your dazzling Xinjiang journey with a pure play small group tour.
The key is that the Duku Highway opens on June 1st, so why not rush!
♥️Some tips
✔️The air in Xinjiang is super dry, remember to drink plenty of water, apply a face mask every night, and take good care of your skin.
✔️The temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang is astonishing, especially in places like grasslands and lakes, remember to bring a windbreaker, thick coat!
✔️Sun protection! Sun protection! Sun protection! The sun on the grassland is too harsh, physical sun protection is the way to go! Sun protection clothing, sunglasses🕶️, and hats are all essential!
✔️For chartered car/small group tours, be sure to find a reliable travel agency, otherwise, you might be scammed, with no deposit refund, no formal electronic contract, being abandoned by the group, etc...
✔️Don't easily trust those sisters👭 who recommend groups to you, maybe she is the "shill" who "sells" you!
✔️Bring all kinds of identity documents!
✔️The weather in Altay and Ili in Northern Xinjiang has been changeable recently, remember to bring rain gear!
👍Recommended full-view route of Northern Xinjiang
𝓓1: Urumqi-S21 Desert Expressway-Passing by Wulungu Lake-Five-Color Beach-Burqin
𝓓2: Burqin-Dreamy Kanas Tour-Kanas
𝓓3: Kanas-Hiking the Three Bays of Kanas-Hemu
𝓓4: Hemu-Strolling through Hemu Ancient Village-Urho
𝓓5: Urho-Devil City-Barbecue outside Sayram Lake-Sayram Lake
𝓓6: Around Sayram Lake-Guozigou Bridge-Forget Worry Valley Flower Field-Kazanqi Folk Village-Yining City
𝓓7: Yining-Yizhao Highway-Shata Ancient Trail-Tekes
𝓓8: Tekes-Lijie-Qiongkushitai Ancient Village-Qiongkushitai
𝓓9: Qiongkushitai-Chaxi Grassland-Nalati
𝓓10: Nalati-Nalati Sky Grassland-Middle Section of Duku Highway-Bayinbuluke Grassland
𝓓11: Bayinbuluke-Through the Northern Section of Duku Highway-Disband in Urumqi
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Tangbula Grassland Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Visiting this place in June is so healing!
I've waited a whole year just for June in Xinjiang😎! The most beautiful season in Yili has made its dazzling entrance
If you want to go to Xinjiang, now is the time to rush💨! June is the perfect time to avoid the crowds and traffic jams of the summer holiday season, and the wildflowers on the grasslands are in full bloom💐, allowing you to leisurely appreciate the stunning scenery~
🎈Photos 1 to 3: Tangbula Fairy Lake in Yili Prefecture
📍Navigation: Tangbula Fairy Lake Admission: 💰10 (sanitation fee)
⚠️Note that it's not the Tangbula Grassland, don't go to the wrong place!
How to get there: Tangbula Fairy Lake is right next to the Hundred Mile Gallery and is also connected to the Duku Highway, which is a very convenient transportation point and also an underrated beauty spot.
To visit Fairy Lake, you can choose to ride a horse🐎 or hike🚶♀️.
You'll need to climb a dirt slope, so it's recommended to wear hiking shoes and take protective measures~
Horse riding🐎: Round trip costs about 💰200, and the one-way trip takes 1 hour.
The horse teams are organized by the herders themselves - there's no insurance, and it can be a bit bumpy.
You can see the lake as soon as the horse team reaches the bottom of the Fairy Lake hill.
Hiking🚶♀️: One-way trip takes 2 hours.
After climbing the dirt slope, it's another half-hour walk to reach Fairy Lake, and you can enter by paying the herders 💰10 for the sanitation fee at the lakeside.
💧Fairy Lake is not very large, and 3-4 hours is enough time to enjoy it.
Once you climb that hill, the alpine meadows, snow-capped mountains, and the lake all suddenly appear before your eyes! If you pass by the Hundred Mile Gallery, don't miss it!
When in Xinjiang, these places are a must-visit!
1⃣️Sayram Lake
📍: Bortala
Facilities: The scenic area is very large, with rest and service areas at intervals.
Features: You can hike up the mountain or just idle by the lake😌.
The area has snow-capped mountains🏔️, lakes, grasslands, and you can also see small flowers.
Try to go early to have plenty of time to enjoy the scenery🥳.
Tour time: 6-8 hours.
2⃣️Tangbula Fairy Lake
📍: Yili
Facilities: There's not much commercial development on the mountain, but there are many herders' houses🏠 by the lake.
Features: Hike or ride a horse🐎 up the mountain for pristine scenery without any trails.
Alpine lake, with distant views of snow-capped mountains🏔️, and it's great for taking photos📷.
⚠️If you want to capture the scenery like in photo 1
Just enter the pasture directly from the front of the lake at the herder's house, so you can avoid taking a detour.
Tour time: 3.5 hours.
3⃣️Kanas Lake
📍: Altay
Facilities: The area is very large, with a tourist area in Baihaba Village, and there are tour buses🚌 at various stops along the way.
Features: The scenery of the three bays is different, and you can stay overnight to slowly hike around.
Tour time: 6～8 hours.
Tangbula, a hidden treasure in Yili, a niche destination
Tangbula, a place known as the Hundred Mile Gallery, with forests, grasslands, streams, mountains, and lakesides, is Xinjiang's green gem. The name 'Tangbula' originates from several huge rocks on the mountain ridge on the east side of the valley, resembling jade seals, hence the name Tangbula, which in Kazakh means 'big seal'.
This is a natural wonder embraced by the Tianshan Mountains, ancient and pristine, tranquil by nature. Only by being there can one truly appreciate its beauty.
Tangbula has a pleasant landscape, with beautiful scenery. The green grasslands are like a green carpet laid over the earth, endless in sight. Hundreds of wildflowers bloom competitively on the Tangbula grasslands, forming a sea of flowers, fragrant and pleasing to the nose. Scattered white yurts compose a beautiful scenic line. We were lucky to have just encountered the weather clearing after the rain, enjoying the most beautiful scenery, amidst the clouds and mist, with clouds rolling and unfolding, blue sky and white clouds, like a fairyland!
Once again, Xinjiang
Ili is a gathering place for the Kazakh ethnic group, so on the first day, we followed the local customs. In Tangbula, we joined this nation of horseback riders to taste milk tea, roast lamb skewers, drink mutton soup, and sleep in a Mongolian yurt. Early in the morning, as the first rays of sunlight touched the grassland, the brave among us wrapped up in our thickest clothes to chase the light; the hosts of the grassland began to milk the sheep. The master said there was also horse milk, which I had never seen and certainly would not be accustomed to its taste, but the mere mention of horse milk filled me with a sense of boldness and a fully charged atmosphere.
We drove towards Fairy Lake, but having taken the wrong road, we had to return the way we came and chose to ride horses instead. We brought thick shawls especially for the trip because, for us, riding horses really required a 'steel butt' that we didn't have! However, when the unexpected happened, we had to bite the bullet and get on the horses. Along the way, I kept thinking, wouldn't a motorcycle be a better choice? After all, it's faster. Passing hikers, we joked interestingly: those who haven't gotten on wish to get on, and those who have regret it. Isn't that the truth? But we just wanted to see that touch of green with our own eyes! And the scenery and local customs along the way, otherwise how could I have seen that mother, who without makeup, seemed to me stunningly beautiful and unforgettable for several days? How could I have come to admire the confidence of the 'sunset red' aunties once again?
Reluctantly leaving Tangbula, the lavender fields of the Tianshan Flower Sea finally awaited us, the adorable ground cover making us jump for joy; in Kanas, cotton candy could be plucked right out of the air, and I brought Hayao Miyazaki's animations into my camera, staging a real-life version of The Wind Rises; in Qiongkushitai, with green grass and a sea of flowers, that's where Heidi and her grandfather lived! The little wooden houses on the grassland, the streams, forests, cattle, and sheep along the way, isn't that the Eastern Switzerland, captivating to the eye; hiking in Shatuo, looking up to see the snow-capped mountains right before our eyes, we kept looking, walking, and rushing towards this goal, never stopping. We also kept exclaiming: in the face of nature, humans are truly insignificant, so what do those human disputes, rights and wrongs, grudges and grievances amount to under such a landscape?
Life is vast, and our eyes should not only see love and being loved, nor should they only see the immediate struggles! When you are confused, go into nature to find the answers!
11-Day Deep Tour of Northern Xinjiang
Accompany you to see the 🌿 grasslands, ⛄ snow mountains, and 🎉 lakes. This is the romance of Xinjiang's summer, isn't it? North of the Tianshan Mountains lies the alpine grasslands of Northern Xinjiang. The blue of Kanas Lake and the sunrise at Hemu Village are intoxicating. The flowers bloom splendidly in the summer of Northern Xinjiang, with 🌈 snow-capped grasslands, 🐴 forest pastures, 🐟 glacial lakes, canyons and rivers, Gobi deserts, and the hoofbeats of cattle, sheep, and horses.
Itinerary:
☘️D1: Pick up from Urumqi Airport
☘️D2: Urumqi - Tianshan Tianchi - Fuyun
☘️D3: Fuyun - Keketuohai - Burqin
☘️D4: Burqin - Kanas - Jiadengyu
☘️D5: Jiadengyu to Hemu
☘️D6: Hemu - Return to Colorful Beach - Burqin
☘️D7: Burqin Devil's City - Hundred-Mile Oilfield - Kuitun
☘️D8: Kuitun - Sayram Lake - ◎Guozigou Bridge - Lavender Yining
☘️D9: Yining - Narat Grassland in Bayanbulak
☘️D10: Bayanbulak - Return via Duku Highway - Urumqi
☘️D11: Departure from Urumqi Airport
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12-Day Essence of Northern Xinjiang Tour
Accompany you to see the grasslands - this must be the romance of summer. North of the Tianshan Mountains lies the highland grasslands of Northern Xinjiang, where the blue of Kanas Lake and the sunrise at Hemu Village are intoxicating.
The flowers of Northern Xinjiang bloom splendidly in summer, with snow-capped mountains and grasslands, forest pastures, glacial lakes, canyons and rivers, Gobi deserts, and the hoofbeats of cattle, sheep, and horses.
All your imaginations of Xinjiang are brought to the extreme in Northern Xinjiang. For those who want to visit Xinjiang, now is the time to plan! After all, during the peak season, the prices for flights and hotels will soar.
D1 Urumqi
D2 Urumqi--Tianchi--Fuyun
Stay: Fuyun
D3 Fuyun--Koktokay--Buerjin
Stay: Buerjin.
D4 Buerjin--Kanas--Jiadengyu
Stay: Jiadengyu
D5 Jiadengyu---Hemu--Colorful Beach--Buerjin
Stay: Buerjin
D6 Buerjin--Devil City--Kuitun
Stay: Kuitun
D7 Kuitun--Sayram Lake-Lavender--Yining
Stay: Yining
D8 Yining--Nalati--Bayanbulak
Stay: Bayanbulak
D9 Bayanbulak--Hejing
Stay: Hejing
D10 Hejing--Turpan-Grape Valley-Karez Wells
Stay: Turpan
D11 Turpan--Flaming Mountains--Shanshan Desert--Urumqi
Stay: Urumqi
D12 Urumqi - Airport drop-off
I stayed in Xinjiang for a month to tell you some things not to do
Don't ask how much the ticket is, ask how many years of youth are left. I decided to embark on a journey to Xinjiang in the northwest of my motherland, using a month to find my lost soul. After coming back, I am full of motivation, often staring at the photos in a daze.
To help friends who want to go to Xinjiang, I have compiled this travel guide, hoping to help everyone!
Where should I go first when I go to Xinjiang for the first time?
Urumqi, as the transportation hub of Xinjiang, is very convenient whether it is South Xinjiang or North Xinjiang. It is recommended to choose Urumqi as the first stop, because whether it is a group tour or self-driving, almost all vehicles start from here.
Precautions:
Time difference: There is a 2-hour time difference between Xinjiang and the mainland
Many ethnic minorities are used to saying Xinjiang time
Security check: Xinjiang's security check is very strict, train stations and airports require multiple security checks, it is recommended to go to the train station/airport in advance
Accommodation recommendation:
Urumqi: Recommend Friendly Business Circle or Zhongshan Road Business Circle
Kanas: Recommend Beitun City, secondly, Jadunyu and Burqin can be recommended
Hemu: Recommend staying in the scenic area log cabin, watching the stars all over the sky at night, increasing the play time during the day, and the experience is better
Sailimu Lake: Accommodation is recommended to stay in Qingshuihe Town or Huocheng County
Our self-driving route:
Starting from Urumqi, go to Sailimu Lake—Huocheng—Zhaosu—Tekes—Qiongkushitai—Nalati—Duku Highway, and finally return to Urumqi from Dushanzi.
The route is just a circle, which is a classic Yili ring line.
ps: The above self-driving journey is 12 days in total, a total of 2300 kilometers, without rushing to the road and rushing to the scenic spots, often 5-6 hours of self-driving time every day. I feel that rest and maintaining a good state are necessary.
Must-visit attractions:
Qiongkushitai: The grassland covering the sky, the fairy tale forest like a mist, the small wooden house with grass on the head, every eye is super healing
Huocheng Lavender: The purple sea of flowers tumbling with the wind is really romantic
Tangbula Fairy Lake: A small popular secret that needs to ride a horse up the mountain, accompanied by flowers all the way, it seems to be Alice in Wonderland
Nalati Grassland: The aerial photography and self-driving of the grassland and valley in the sky are absolutely amazing!
Sailimu Lake: "The last tear of the Atlantic"
If you have plenty of time, you must go for a self-driving tour around the lake
Duku Highway: Duku Highway that must be self-driving once in a lifetime! It will open around mid-June every year, and you will feel the four seasons along the way.
Xinjiang cuisine:
The big plate chicken, lamb skewers, roasted lamb chops, and roasted buns in Xinjiang are really amazing, and those who like heavy tastes can close their eyes.
ps: There are also old yogurt, cold water fish, hand-grabbed rice, wrapped meat, pulled strips and other delicacies waiting for you to taste!
6 things you must know before going to Kanas
1⃣️Kanas is located in the north of Xinjiang, most city flights do not go directly, you need to transfer in Urumqi.
2⃣️The most beautiful season in Kanas is autumn, that is, September-November, known as the most beautiful autumn scenery in China. Of course, summer and winter are also worth a visit, with a pleasant climate in summer and skiing in winter.
3⃣️The ticket for staying in Kanas for one day is 230 per person, and 270 for two days. You can stay in the new village. The development here is relatively complete, with convenient food and accommodation, and it is close to the Fairy Bay.
4⃣️The attractions worth visiting in Kanas are: Three Bays, Kanas Lake, and Fish Watching Pavilion. If you go to the Fish Watching Pavilion, you need to purchase an additional 20 yuan ticket.
5⃣️The Three Bays are Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay. There is a special bus running between the transfer center and Jiadenyu Station. The morning mist of the Three Bays is worth seeing. The Moon Bay is very high and the scenery is even more spectacular. The other two bays are flat forest land. You can walk back to the village after returning to the Fairy Bay, and the scenery along the way is particularly healing.
6⃣️The famous beautiful winter village - Hemu Village is near Kanas, you need to buy a ticket at Jiadenyu Station and enter the village on the right.
Xinjiang | Travel Guide
Xinjiang Travel🔥|8 days 7 nights small group🏜️average 6k➕|||If autumn is very beautiful🍁
Northern Xinjiang accounts for seven points😆
God is not stingy
The most beautiful oil painting in the world🌅
All sprinkled on this land
If you have already missed the summer in Northern Xinjiang🍃
Then you must not miss the autumn colors of Northern Xinjiang🍂
Snow mountains and layered forests surround Hemu
Birch forest falls into a golden color🌅
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🌈Recommended route
Day1 All over the country—Airport/Station pick-up—Urumqi Stay: Urumqi
Day1 Urumqi—Tianshan Tianchi—S21 Desert Highway---Burqin Stay: Burqin
Day2 Burqin—Kanas Guanyutai—Kanas Lake—Kanas Stay: Kanas Scenic Area
Day3 Kanas—Kanas Sanwan—Hemu Stay: Hemu Scenic Area
Day4 Hemu—World Devil City—Karamay Stay: Karamay
Day5 Karamay—Sayram Lake—Jinghe Stay: Jinghe
Day6 Jinghe—Anjihai Grand Canyon—Urumqi Stay: Urumqi
Day8 Urumqi—Airport/Station drop-off—Warm home Happy end of the trip
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🌈Trip highlights
🔴No stop during the Spring Festival, set off immediately
🔴Deep play for 8 days, small group of 6 people, average 💰5K+
🔴2 nights in original log cabin accommodation
🔴24-hour online customer service, airport pick-up
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🔥What the trip includes
1. Transportation: Local comfortable car, guarantee one seat per person
2. Accommodation: Hotels listed in the package itinerary, 4 nights comfortable accommodation + 2 nights log cabin
3. Hotel: Clean and comfortable double standard room with private bathroom
4. Section car: Kanas, Hemu, Devil City, Sayram Lake, Tianchi, Keketuohai
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🍁——Travel Tips——🍁
✨The temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang is large, please bring enough clothes
✨The sunshine time is long, please bring sun protection products
✨Xinjiang has a 2-hour time difference, meal times are late
✨The climate in Xinjiang is dry, please bring hydration products etc.
✨Photo matching: sunglasses, scarves, ethnic costumes, decorations, etc.
✨In ethnic minority areas, please respect the local people's lifestyle etc.
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Xinjiang Kalajun Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
12-Day Essence of Northern Xinjiang Tour
Accompany you to see the grasslands - this must be the romance of summer. North of the Tianshan Mountains lies the highland grasslands of Northern Xinjiang, where the blue of Kanas Lake and the sunrise at Hemu Village are intoxicating.
The flowers of Northern Xinjiang bloom splendidly in summer, with snow-capped mountains and grasslands, forest pastures, glacial lakes, canyons and rivers, Gobi deserts, and the hoofbeats of cattle, sheep, and horses.
All your imaginations of Xinjiang are brought to the extreme in Northern Xinjiang. For those who want to visit Xinjiang, now is the time to plan! After all, during the peak season, the prices for flights and hotels will soar.
D1 Urumqi
D2 Urumqi--Tianchi--Fuyun
Stay: Fuyun
D3 Fuyun--Koktokay--Buerjin
Stay: Buerjin.
D4 Buerjin--Kanas--Jiadengyu
Stay: Jiadengyu
D5 Jiadengyu---Hemu--Colorful Beach--Buerjin
Stay: Buerjin
D6 Buerjin--Devil City--Kuitun
Stay: Kuitun
D7 Kuitun--Sayram Lake-Lavender--Yining
Stay: Yining
D8 Yining--Nalati--Bayanbulak
Stay: Bayanbulak
D9 Bayanbulak--Hejing
Stay: Hejing
D10 Hejing--Turpan-Grape Valley-Karez Wells
Stay: Turpan
D11 Turpan--Flaming Mountains--Shanshan Desert--Urumqi
Stay: Urumqi
D12 Urumqi - Airport drop-off
Traveling in Xinjiang, you can't miss any of the Xinjiang delicacies!
Strolling through Yili, I took my friends to a scenic restaurant deep in the Kala Jun grasslands facing the snow-capped mountains, where we enjoyed beef hotpot and braised lamb ribs. Having such a warm hotpot on the grassland feels amazing.
After returning from the Kala Jun grasslands to the Teks Hexagram City, we had lamb ribs with pulled noodles and 'jiu wan san hang zi'. Two cars with ten people couldn't finish the lamb ribs with pulled noodles; the portions were too large!
On this trip, we basically introduced everyone to Xinjiang cuisine, and all my friends said it was delicious.
In fact, dining in Xinjiang with a group and splitting the bill, it's not expensive at all. About 100 yuan per day is enough, and that's already for eating very well.
My eleventh trip to Xinjiang, trekking in Kanas
My eleventh trip to Xinjiang
I flew from Guangzhou to Urumqi on the 27th in the morning, a journey of 5 hours. Then I took the airport express from Urumqi Airport to Urumqi Station, followed by a high-speed train to Yining, and finally a taxi to my accommodation, arriving after 10 p.m.
The next morning, I shared a ride with some friends from the youth hostel to Tekes. After dropping off my luggage at the accommodation, I took a taxi to Kanas, rode the shuttle bus straight to the Flower Terrace, and trekked five kilometers to the Falcon Terrace. It took me over five hours to walk and take photos, a bit tiring but okay.
The scenery was beautiful, with vast grasslands and a little snow left on the mountain tops. The weather was also nice, but unfortunately, I didn't see the large patches of purple flowers. I caught almost the last shuttle bus (20:00) down the mountain from the Falcon Terrace.
Because I didn't see the purple flowers, I felt a bit regretful, so I bought another ticket the next day and headed straight for the Flower Terrace to start trekking again. However, the weather turned bad, it was overcast and very windy, and I was almost frozen to death. My nose wouldn't stop running, and I had a headache and earache, so I had to turn back in the end.
So I still didn't see the purple flowers, and later I found out that there were no large patches of purple flowers at all now, because they had been frozen by the rain a few days ago.
I have seen six or seven grasslands in Yili, and Kanas was not as stunning as I imagined (I pictured a meadow with multicolored flowers, but now there are only yellow flowers), but it was still beautiful.
PS: This year, there is more rainfall in Yili, and the grasslands are greener earlier than in previous years. Now is the best time to see the grasslands, avoiding the peak summer holiday season. Once the summer vacation starts, accommodation prices will double.
Also, it's best to rent a car or charter one, as the distances between scenic spots are too great, and public transportation is inconvenient. Renting a car in Yining for a self-drive is the most convenient and cheapest way to travel.
If you are traveling alone and want to find people to share a ride with, you can stay in a youth hostel. They have dormitories and private rooms, and it's easy to find people to share a ride with. The photo is from the private room I stayed in at the Tekes youth hostel.
Xinjiang Ili River Valley Panoramic 7-Day Tour
Go to Xinjiang once! It is a place favored by the heavens. In Xinjiang, you can see vast grasslands, like a green ocean, with galloping horses and flocks of sheep dotting it like clouds.
The Tianshan Mountains are majestic and spectacular, with snow-capped peaks shining with a mysterious light under the sun.
The lakes are embedded in the earth like sapphires, with the clear waters reflecting the blue sky and white clouds, a sight too beautiful to describe.
Ili River Valley Panoramic 7-Day Tour
Itinerary
DAY1 Urumqi-Lujiaowan-Anjihai Grand Canyon-Kuitun
DAY2 Kuitun-Sayram Lake-Guozigou-Lavender Farm-Qingshui River
DAY3 Qingshui River-Liuxing Street-Yizhao Highway-Zhaosu
DAY4 Zhaosu-Xiata-Tekes
DAY5 Tekes-Chabuchi Sea-Kuerdening-Xinyuan
DAY6 Xinyuan-Nalati-Midsection of Duku Highway-Bayinbuluke
DAY7 Bayinbuluke-North Section of Duku Highway-Qiaojima-Urumqi
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Nalati Scenic Area Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Xinjiang in June is the ceiling view in my mind!
The scenery of Nalati on May 24th was too beautiful
I was worried about the rain🌧️
But it turned out to be a big sunny day🌞
Here is my travel route in the Yili region of Xinjiang:
📍DAY 1
Sailimu Lake - Guozigou Bridge - Huocheng Lavender - Yining City
Sailimu Lake is more suitable for self-driving tours, enter from the east gate and exit from the south gate, and you will reach the Guozigou Bridge, it's very windy so wear something thick. In June, you can see the endless sea of lavender flowers, which is no less than Provence
📍DAY 2
Yining Kazanqi Folk Street - Yizhao Highway - Zhaosu County
📍DAY 3
Xia'ta Scenic Area - Tekes Bagua City
You must go to Xia'ta in the morning, the weather changes a lot and it often rains or even hails in the afternoon
📍DAY 4
Tekes - Kalajun Grassland, continue to stay in Tekes at night
I didn't go to Qiongkushitai
📍DAY 5
Tekes - Tekes River - Kurdai/Qiaxi - Xinyuan County
On the way from Tekes to Kurdai, you will pass the Tekes River, which is incredibly beautiful, indeed the most beautiful scenery in Xinjiang is on the road
Kurdai and Qiaxi have very similar scenery, you can choose either one
📍DAY 6
Xinyuan County - Nalati, continue to stay in Xinyuan County at night
I drove to Nalati myself, the aerial grassland is as beautiful as a fairy tale~ If you don't want to go to Nalati, you can go to Tangbula Fairy Lake today
📍DAY 7
Duku Highway - Bayanbulak Grassland - Kuqa
The Hungry Explorer s Odyssey I regret going to Yili Narati in Xinjiang in the summer! The disappointment is comparable to a heartbreak
But if you don't want to go to Xinjiang in winter, then you definitely shouldn't miss it in summer! 😍
Visiting Yili after April is simply a divine level of beauty! The ice and snow melt away, the grass and spruce are dripping with greenery😀, passing through snow-capped mountains, steep ridges, and meadows, you can also see the adorable flocks of sheep🐏. The little houses on the green slopes and the clouds in the sky☁ make you feel like you're in a fairy tale world.
The most beautiful season of the Yili grassland has arrived, come and feel it! 👣
✅Must-see attractions in Yili:
🌲Shata Tourist Area: The dreamy staircase to the snow mountains.
🌲Zhao Su·Yili: A beautiful two-dimensional fairy tale world.
🌲Tianma Yuhe: The homeland of the heavenly horses.
🌲Kalajun Scenic Area: Here is the summer of Miyazaki's manga.
🌲Qiongkushitai: The village from the fairy tales.
🌲Narati Grassland: Stroll through the endless sea of flowers on the aerial grassland.
🌲Sailimu Lake: The last tear of the Atlantic.
🌲Lavender Manor: The Eastern Provence, encounter the purple romance.
8-day tour itinerary recommendation for Yili: 👇👇
🔷Day 1: Urumqi→Pick up from the airport
🔷Day 2: Urumqi→Sailimu Lake→Lavender Farm→Yining
🔷Day 3: Yining→Shata→Zhao Su Wetland Park→Zhao Su
🔷Day 4: Zhao Su→Qiongkushitai→Tekes
🔷Day 5: Tekes→Kalajun→Xinyuan/Narati
🔷Day 6: Xinyuan/Narati→Narati Aerial Grassland→Bayinbuluke
🔷Day 7: Bayinbuluke→Duku Highway→Tangbula Hundred Mile Gallery→Urumqi
🔷Day 8: Urumqi→Send off to the airport
Xinjiang food recommendations:
🔴Xinjiang's internet-famous big plate chicken, Xinjiang barbecue, roasted buns...😍
Nalati
🌌The Nalati Tourist Center can go to the Sky Prairie and Valley Prairie. The Valley Prairie is located in Xinyuan County, Yili State, Xinjiang, with an altitude of more than 2,000 meters. It is a place that Xinjiang people admire.
🏔Looking far away, you can see the Kabamba main peak covered with ice and snow all year round. At the foot of the mountain, the grass is like shade, the forest is dense on the waist of the mountain, the top of the mountain is covered with snow, the rushing Gongnais River roars past, the spruce stands tall, the grass is green, it is a veritable sky prairie. Its large scale, beautiful scenery and pleasant scenery make tourists feel as if they are in a beautiful painting.
🏞Nalati Valley Prairie is one of the four major valley prairies in the world, and it is as famous as the famous Swiss mountains. The Valley Prairie has the Wusun Camp, the Wusun Horse Team statue, the Prairie Tribe, and the Kazakh herders' felt tents and local delicacies such as roast buns, roast naan, handmade yogurt, and daily necessities.
China's Most Beautiful ◆ Six Great Grasslands
Grasslands,
Our country's grasslands are diverse,
Stretching thousands of kilometers from east to west,
The ingenious work of nature,
Has created these pure lands.
Hulunbuir Eastern Grassland
The sky is high and the clouds are low, the grass is fragrant, herds of cattle and sheep, fine horses, thousands of crisscrossing rivers, they meander and twist, forming the unique brilliant scroll of the grassland.
Ili Grassland
The Ili Grassland is the Narati Grassland, "Narati" means: the first place to see the sun, in summer, it is the most beautiful "Jiangnan outside the Great Wall".
Xilingol Grassland
Xilingol Grassland is a treasure, a green ocean, various flowers compete for beauty, herdsmen ride horses, cattle and sheep roam, it is a feast for the eyes.
Mao Ya Alpine Grassland
In the embrace of the mountains, the grassland is lush like the sea, the wild flowers are blooming in purple and red, and a roll is full of fragrance.
Naqu Alpine Grassland
Naqu is located between the Tanggula Mountain Range and the Nyainqentanglha Mountain Range, it is a sparsely populated virgin land, every summer, the vegetation is most lush.
Qilian Mountain Grassland
The scenery of Qilian Mountain Grassland is picturesque, the sky is high and the clouds are light, summer is like spring, the blue waves are vast, horses, cattle, and sheep are dotted among them, returning to nature in an instant, returning to simplicity, like a fairyland.
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