2025 Northern Xinjiang Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in April)

I have decided to come to Xinjiang this summer and autumn! Friends who want to travel to Xinjiang from May to October but don’t know how to arrange it, hurry up and copy your homework! Now In northern Xinjiang, you can see the pure nature, the snow-capped mountains, grasslands, flowers, blue sky and white clouds with built-in filters, just like a fairy tale world. For example, in Sailimu Lake Nalati Grassland, you can also have afternoon tea at Qiongkush Terrace, hike in Xiata, attend markets and folk villages to feel the primitive grassland tribes, and experience the unique Uyghur and Kazakh lifestyles. Route recommendation: DAY1 Urumqi-S21 Desert Highway-passing Ulungu Lake-Colorful Beach-Burqin DAY2 Burqin-Kanas Dream Trip-Kanas-Scenic Spot Accommodation DAY3 Kanas-Hiking Kanas Three Bays-Hemu-Scenic Spot Accommodation DAY4 Hemu-Hemu Ancient Village Stroll-Urho-Moroccan Style B&B DAY5 Wuerhe-Devil City-Shuanghe/Bole DAY6 Shuanghe/Bole-Tour of Sailimu Lake-Manxinwangyou Valley Flower Field-Xinyuan County/Nalati DAY7 Xinyuan County/Nalati-Nalati Grassland BBQ-Middle Duku-Bayinbuluke DAY8 Bayinbuluke-crossing the northern section of Duku-Urumqi San

Visiting Northern Xinjiang during winter can prove to be a remarkable experience you won’t easily forget. If I have to use only a few words to describe winter in Northern Xinjiang, I would think of silver-clad landscapes, biting cold winds, and silent mountains. The beauty of this place can only be captured by the eyes and stored in memory. #snow #adventure #beauty #travelfreak

Located at the foot of the Tianshan Mountains, the beautiful land of Ili becomes like a painting unfolding before our eyes every summer, attracting many tourists to come and check in! The route I'm going to recommend to you today not only allows you to appreciate the stunning scenery of Ili, but also lets you stay in Kanas Hemu, experiencing the unique beauty of the scenic area! Itinerary Day 1 Pick up - Urumqi Stay: Urumqi Day 3 Urumqi---Fuyun Attraction: Heavenly Lake of Tianshan Accommodation: Fuyun Day 3 Fuyun----Burqin Attraction: Keketuohai - Return to the Multicolored Beach. Accommodation: Burqin Day 4: Burqin--Jiadengyu Attraction: Kanas Stay: Jiadengyu Day 5: Jiadengyu-Hemu Attraction: Kanas Scenic Area Stay: Hemu characteristic log cabin Day 6: Hemu---Wuerhe Attraction: Hemu Scenic Area Accommodation: Wuerhe Day 7: Wuerhe--Jinghe Attraction: Devil's City Accommodation: Jinghe Day 8: Jinghe--Yining Attraction: Sayram Lake Accommodation: Yining Day 9 Yining----Qiongkushitai- Attraction: Qiongkushitai Accommodation: Qiongkushitai Day 10: Qiongkushitai----Gongliu Attraction: Tekes Bagua City return to Aktas Grassland Accommodation: Gongliu. Day 11: Gongliu---Bayanbulak Attraction: Bayanbulak Nine Curves Eighteen Bends Accommodation: Bayanbulak Day 12 Bayanbuluk---Nalati Attraction: Nalati Sky Prairie Accommodation: Nalati Day 13: Nalati--Tangbula Attraction: Tangbula Hundred Mile Gallery. Accommodation: Tangbula Prairie Day 14: Tangbu----Urumqi Attraction: Return to Duku Highway Dushanzi Grand Canyon Stay: Urumqi Day 15 Urumqi drop off at the airport

There are always some beautiful things in the world worth rushing to! This summer, let's go to Xinjiang! Visit the vast grasslands, this magical place like the Emerald City of Oz, take a rest on the grassland that feels like a green carpet for a while. As the wind blows, you feel like you're floating on the sea, reaching out as if you could touch the blue sky and white clouds, being there, you can't help but marvel at the beauty of nature. (Kanas + Yili Loop 10-Day Tour) D1: Urumqi - S21 Desert Highway - Ulungur Lake (road view) - Burqin D2: Burqin - Kanas Lake - Kanas Village D3: Kanas - Strolling through Three Bays - Hemu D4: Hemu - World Devil City - Karamay D5: Karamay - Sayram Lake - Qingshui River D6: Qingshui River - Yining Kazanqi Folk Village - Zhaosu D7: Zhaosu - Xiatang Forest Park - Tekes Bagua City D8: Tekes - Nalati Sky Grassland - Nalati D9: Nalati - Tangbula Hundred Mile Gallery - Northern Section of Duku Highway - Kuitun D10: Kuitun - Dushanzi Grand Canyon - Urumqi

On the 6th day of coming to North Xinjiang, my aesthetic threshold has been blown up. The grand snow and the scarce tourists are in stark contrast. It's like walking into a real version of 'The Cold Wonderland and The End of the World'!! Riding an off-road vehicle, traveling through the forest and snow. From the fairy-tale Kanas Three Bays To the fairy-tale Hemu Village, Frost Ice Ling, Unfrozen River, Sayram Lake Blue Ice There is no most beautiful, the next second is always more beautiful!! · Ride a sled during the day, stay at the Sayram Lake RV camp at night. Stars and sunrise come to visit. The southern child finally realized the wish of jumping in the snow with 80 cm thick snow. P1-8 are all real shots. · ❄North Xinjiang Snow Season Forecast The snow-watching period in Xinjiang is particularly long. From October every year to April of the following year, it is the ice and snow period. The weather forecast shows: The Kanas area will usher in a medium to large range of snowfall. November-December is the off-peak season for snow appreciation. · ❄Big Traffic TIPS: Going to Xinjiang in November-December is considered off-season throughout the year. The ticket price is equivalent to 20% of the peak season. The one-way trip during the peak season costs 3k+, while the round trip is only 1k+ at this time. Compared to the ticket prices of popular snow-watching places in the Northeast. The cost performance is very high. · Gather in Urumqi. There are multiple direct flights from Guangzhou and Shenzhen, with convenient transportation. Disband in Altay, you can freely arrange skiing time. · ❄8-day itinerary in North Xinjiang: Day 1-3 Gather in Urumqi-Sayram Lake-Urho Devil City Day 4-6 Burqin-Kanas-Hemu Day 7-8 Disband in Altay · ❄Highlights & Differentiated Experience: √Bus + off-road vehicle, flexible and deep exploration of beautiful scenery √Kanas + Hemu + Sayram Lake, connecting the most essence of winter snow scenery in North Xinjiang √Take a cable car to the top of Jike Burlin, overlooking the powder snow paradise. · ❄Preferred Accommodation: √Stay in the luxury RV camp at Sayram Lake, the peak season is as high as ￥3-4k/night. You can enjoy the blue ice without going out. Capture the beautiful sunrise and the starry sky without light pollution. √Stay in boutique homestays in Kanas and Hemu scenic spots. Independent bathroom, you can take a hot bath every day. · ❄

🌄 In the northwest frontier of our country, there is a vast and magical land with magnificent mountains, expansive grasslands, azure lakes, and rich folk customs. This is Xinjiang. Today, we have meticulously crafted an 8-day, 7-night dream trip around Northern Xinjiang and Ili. Following this unique route, you will delve into the pristine secrets of Altay, immerse yourself in the sea of flowers and grasslands of Ili, encounter the ruggedness of the Gobi Desert and the gentleness of the lakes, and embark on an unparalleled northwest Xinjiang adventure. 🚗 Itinerary Overview: Day 1: Departure - Urumqi Day 2: Urumqi - S21 Desert Highway - Karamay Sand Dunes Park - Altay Day 3: Altay - Ahe Highway (open arrangement) - Sightseeing at Wuxilik - Tongba Forest - Tolehait Grassland - Hemu Day 4: Hemu - Kanas Lake - Kanas Day 5: Kanas - Kanas Three Bays - Moon Bay Hiking to Wolong Bay - Kuitun/Huyanghe City Day 6: Kuitun/Huyanghe - Self-drive around Sayram Lake - Lavender Fields/Dopamine Six-Star Street - Yining Day 7: Yining - Nalati Air Grassland - Nalati Day 8: Nalati - Duku Highway - Tangbula Hundred Mile Gallery - Xiaohuashan Section - Urumqi 🍖 Food Recommendations 1. Urumqi: Big Plate Chicken, Grilled Lamb Skewers, Hand-Pulled Rice. 2. Fuyun: Kazakh Milk Tea, Baursak (Fried Dough). 3. Burqin: Grilled Dogfish, Cold Water Fish Feast. 4. Ili Region: Naan Pit Meat, Ili Horse Sausage. 🚧 Notes 1. Xinjiang is vast, so it is recommended to choose a business car for travel and prepare motion sickness medicine in advance. 2. The temperature difference between day and night is significant, so bring thick coats and warm clothing. 3. Some attractions are at high altitudes, so take precautions against altitude sickness and avoid strenuous activities. 4. Respect the customs of ethnic minorities, especially in religious places. 🚩 Tips: The editor is from a regular travel agency in Xinjiang, with a self-operated fleet and complete procedures to ensure your safe travel. For more information about Xinjiang travel, click the link below to consult with guide Cheng Binbin, who will reasonably arrange your travel plan according to your schedule. Have a pleasant trip and enjoy the stunning scenery of Xinjiang!

#NorthenChina #Beijiang #xinjiang ##travel #familytravel A holiday in 北疆 (Northern Xinjiang) is like stepping into a living postcard, where every corner reveals awe-inspiring landscapes and cultural treasures. Known for its diversity in both geography and people, Northern Xinjiang offers a unique blend of breathtaking scenery, rich traditions, and a slower pace of life. We began our adventure in Urumqi, the bustling capital of Xinjiang. The city itself offers a fascinating mix of modernity and tradition, but it was the nearby Heavenly Lake (Tianchi) that truly set the tone for the trip. Surrounded by the Tianshan Mountains, the lake’s turquoise waters reflected the pristine peaks like a dream. A boat ride gave us an up-close view of the stunning surroundings, and the crisp mountain air was invigorating. From Urumqi, we journeyed north to Kanas Lake, a serene alpine lake known for its vivid turquoise waters, which change color with the seasons. Nestled within dense pine forests and snow-capped mountains, Kanas felt like paradise. Hiking trails offered panoramic views, and local legends about the mythical Kanas Lake monster added an air of mystery. The nearby Hemu Village, home to the Tuvan and Kazakh ethnic groups, was equally enchanting. Traditional wooden cabins dotted the valley, and at sunrise, the entire landscape glowed in hues of gold and orange. A stark yet beautiful contrast awaited us in the Gurbantünggüt Desert, the second-largest desert in China. We marveled at the seemingly endless dunes and rode camels under a sky so vast and blue it seemed infinite. Watching the sun dip below the horizon, painting the sands in fiery tones, was a moment I’ll never forget. Our trip continued to the Ili Valley, famous for its fertile grasslands, lavender fields, and vibrant Kazakh culture. Staying overnight in a traditional yurt, we enjoyed hearty meals of lamb stew and naan bread while listening to Kazakh folk songs under the stars. What made the trip truly special was the warm hospitality of the locals. From Uyghur markets brimming with spices and fruits to Kazakh herders offering cups of kumis (fermented mare’s milk), every interaction left us with a deeper appreciation for the region’s cultural richness. Northern Xinjiang is a land of contrasts—verdant valleys, arid deserts, and snow-covered peaks—all tied together by a profound sense of peace and beauty. It’s a destination that leaves you not just with incredible photos, but with unforgettable memories.

The autumn in Northern Xinjiang seems to come out of the canvas. The clarity of Tianshan Tianchi and the beauty of Kanas, coupled with the golden Hemu Village, put you in a rich and colorful autumn scene. We specially arrange a VIP chartered car to avoid the hassle of queuing and enjoy your time in a secret place off the beaten path🍁. 【👇 Click on the lower left to start a private autumn tour】 ---------------------------------- 【Highlights of the itinerary 🌟】 1️⃣ Exclusive VIP charter: a luxury Toyota Prado off-road vehicle for the entire journey, exclusive access to the scenic area, eliminating the trouble of queuing, avoiding the National Day crowds, and easily enjoying the magical autumn scenery of Tianshan Tianchi and Kanas🚗. 2️⃣ Take in all the autumn colors of Northern Xinjiang in one go: from Tianshan Tianchi to Kanas Sanwan, and then to Hemu Village in the morning mist, explore the desolate and magnificent Urho Devil City and the mysterious Baihaba Village, and feel the autumn from the "alien" Fairy tale 🌲. 3️⃣ A photography resort where you can capture blockbusters immediately: Drone shooting services are specially arranged to record the beautiful intertwined images of Tianshan Mountains, lakes, virgin forests and snow-capped mountains📸, and feel every change in autumn. ---------------------------------- 【Special arrangement 🚗】 ✔️ Luxurious off-road experience: Toyota Prado off-road vehicles are equipped with on-board hydrating masks and other thoughtful items, and senior guides escort you throughout the journey to ensure a comfortable and safe journey✨. ✔️ Exclusive VIP privileges: Stay in Kanas Shobotu B&B, Hemu Shuparis Hotel and other northern Xinjiang special luxury B&Bs, allowing you to experience the comfort and tranquility of being integrated with nature🏨. ✔️ In-depth cultural experience: Explore the White Habayeh Gende grassland in "My Altay", and learn about the unique local culture and customs with the Tuva people🎨. ---------------------------------- 【👇 Click below to start your private autumn tour】

🎉The wisest thing about this trip is to decide to go clockwise, perfectly avoiding the heavy rain and snow in Kanas, all the way sunny🌞 Day 1: Anjihai Grand Canyon - Duku Highway - Stay at Guyue National Style B&B in Nalati Town ❣️ Between Dushanzi and Anjihai, Dushanzi is a developed scenic spot with better overall facilities and more entertainment facilities, while Anjihai is an undeveloped scenic spot. On the way to Duku, Dushanzi is more convenient , everyone is free to choose. The Duku Highway is only open 4 months a year, all the way through the four seasons, the snow-capped mountains are a bit high, after walking feel the highway is not so stunning, but the snow-capped mountains are very beautiful, remember to wear an old cotton-padded jacket, really cold! Day 2: Nalati - live in Yining all season 🏆Nalati can choose a self-drive tour oh, it feels very good, tickets 200r/person. There are three points in Nalati and we visited two (Aerial Grassland and River Valley Grassland). The aerial grassland is the most crowded at the core point, there are three stations in this place, the first station is at the observation deck to look at the grassland, the second station is walking to the grassland (here there is horseback riding a kind of 80r / h, a kind of 50r / lap . ✨ Stay in Yining all season at night, after checking in to six-star street strolled around, the night is more and more lively, check-in Gurandam ice cream (shop decoration is very characteristic, buy ice cream ingredients casually add, at least ten Plant small ingredients, many celebrities have been), Ga Alley powder soup (want to eat lamb, lamb offal results are gone, ordered beef powder soup and beef bones are quite good oh), after eating then blindly walk for a while Day 3: Sailimu Lake - Live in Kuitun Mr. Sa did not deceive me, the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean was too worth it to take the picture of life. Driving admission ticket price 143r, to add a basic attraction 60 or more half price, 65 free ticket, but the ticket is not discounted oh. The lake race is 90km, worth a good look, the eyes will have BB, the lake and snow-capped mountains are too beautiful, the photos can not record the beautiful, everything is not as good as seeing with your own eyes. We live in Kuitun is not very good so we will not introduce it ‍Day 4: Devil’s City—live in Burzin Star Course To depart from Ili to Altay, on the way will pass through the devil city, Yadan landscape, the feeling is to avoid the day on the road, plus Karamay is a must-pass, there is a lot of oil extraction on the road. There is a small train inside Devil's City, with a total of five stops. It is recommended to get off on 2.3.4. 100 meters oil field + entertainment facilities, 2 camel riding, 3 seven swords down Tianshan, 4 crouching tiger hidden dragon, 5, dinosaur park 💖 Burzin ate hot pot, hot beef is not too good to eat, after eating the celebrity bridge, around 9:30 at night will be closed and lights up, people can walk up, the side of the celebrity bridge more photos oh, Remember to buy a cup of Calves Kern and choose the signature knock good drink 🚀

If you can set off in early September, you can still catch the flowering season of these scenic spots in Yili! The flowering season here refers to the period for viewing the scenery. · 🌈1Qiong Kushtai People say the grass in Yili has turned yellow, but here it’s not yet. Qiongkushitai Village is full of autumn. Most of the grassland is still green, and the trees are beginning to turn yellow, which is very layered. There are small bridges, flowing water, houses, and herds of cattle and sheep. No wonder everyone says this is the Little Switzerland of the East! · 🌈2 Tangbula Baili Gallery Tangbula Grassland + Hundred Miles Picture Gallery, it is still beautiful even when the grass turns yellow, because the landscape here is composed of grassland + fir trees, which have a unique sense of layering when yellowing. In addition, the Hundred Miles Picture Gallery runs through here, making it a good choice for Yili in September. · 🌈3Nalati Grassland Many people don't like to come here in autumn, but if you like to see this kind of scene, you must come, open the sky curtain and enjoy afternoon tea in such an oil painting scene, with herds of cattle and sheep, sunset, and autumn breeze. Why go to work? · 🌈4Sailimu Lake There is no need to say much about this place. It is a must-visit place for people coming to Xinjiang all year round. Even if you are not coming to Yili, you will come here specifically to admire this drop of blue tears, and the color of the lake water will change. Duku Highway · 🌈5 Duku Highway It is not so famous without reason. If you go there in September, congratulations, the probability of traffic jam is very low. The road will probably be closed in early October. Enjoy the last "four seasons experience" this year! · 🌈6Dushanzi Grand Canyon After seeing so many grasslands and lakes, let’s take a look at the fantastic canyon landforms - a unique landscape created by the erosion of snow water from the Tianshan Mountains over hundreds of millions of years. This is the first scene of Duku! · 🌞How to arrange it reasonably? 🌳First stop: Urumqi-Dushanzi 🌳Second stop: Sailimu Lake Ring Road 🌳The third stop: Qiongkushitai 🌳Fourth stop: Nalati Grassland 🌳Fifth stop: Duku-Tangbula · ✅About me: ⭕A post-95s from Guangdong who has been traveling in Xinjiang for many years ⭕Unlock Xinjiang Four Seasons Treasure Route ⭕New ways to play in Xinjiang attractions 🔴🔴Route planning can provide suggestions

Golden autumn Northern Xinjiang September-October The autumn colors of Kanas will be the god! The center of the Asian and European grasslands, the entire northern Xinjiang z beautiful place Grasslands, lakes, forest rivers, cattle and sheep, small cabins here there are endless Siberian larch and more starry sky at night and sunrise in Kanas Life advice: y must go to Xinjiang to see the domestic z beautiful autumn fairy tale! [Transportation Guide] Direct flight to Yining or flying to Urumqi - change train to Yining Guangzhou cost-effective big transportation? 1. Direct flight to Urumqi - change train - arrive in Yining 2. Direct flight is too expensive - can fly to Xining/Lanzhou - change train to Urumqi - then change train to Yining TIPS： The market is almost but one-way drive of nearly 10 hours, in the middle of the attractions few options Yining landing change train, can save nearly 20h bus ride [Xinjiang Attractions] Direct flight to Yining or flying to Urumqi - change train to Yining Guangzhou cost-effective big transportation? 1. Direct flight to Urumqi - change train - arrive in Yining 2. Direct flight is too expensive - can fly to Xining/Lanzhou - change train to Urumqi - then change train to Yining TIPS： The market is almost but one-way drive of nearly 10 hours, in the middle of the attractions few options Yining landing change train, can save nearly 20h bus ride [Xinjiang Attractions] Stay in the scenic spot for enough time to experience in depth , pure pain of the Sugu people, z pure Kazakh people, primitive northern Xinjiang village scenery Baishi Beiqiang village scenery Lakeside flowers, elegant swans, feel z stunning blue Watch the Hu Yanglin in Urho with Yadan as your companion D1: Yining - Stroll Kazanqi Folk District - Blue Fairytale Town - Silk Road Light Night Market Snack Street D2: Yining-Sailimu Lake-Ring Lake Road Travel Shot - Kuitun Stay at Hotel D3: Kuitun - Devil City Afternoon Tea - Visit Yadan Landform + Golden Huyanglin - Burzin D4: Burqin-Kanas (Wolong Bay/Shenxian Bay/Moon Bay) - Stay at a B&B in the scenic area D5: Kanas Fish Viewing Platform - Baihaba - Forest Village - Stay at a wooden house bed and breakfast in the village D6: Baihaba-Beitun City Station [Autumn Outfit Advice] In autumn, the highest temperature is 15-20 degrees and the lowest temperature is minus 5 degrees Essentials: Four to five sets of change of underwear, fleece sweatshirt or thin down ID card, student ID card, gunpowder, cold medicine, etc. Optional: Thermos, masks, U-shaped pillows, sunglasses Toiletries, moisturizers, eye drops, dry food TIPS: Very dry, southerners get angry easily, bring some gunpowder! Teaming up for September-October! We have [Autumn Appreciation Team Guy]. Welcome to walk 20-year-old departure, see the domestic z beautiful autumn colors ~

Xinjiang, a place full of charm, has vast grasslands, the mirror-like Sayram Lake, and colorful flower seas. Last summer, I embarked on a dream-chasing journey to Altay, experiencing the Gobi Desert, grasslands, forests, and snow-capped mountains. It felt like stepping into the fairy tale world I longed for as a child. Itinerary: D1: Urumqi -- S21 Desert Highway -- Five-Colored Beach -- Stay in Burqin D2: Burqin -- Kanas -- Stay in Kanas Scenic Area D3: Morning Mist at Kanas Lake -- Three Bays of Kanas -- Stay in Hemu Scenic Area D4: Hemu Viewing Platform -- Birch Forest -- Hemu Bridge -- Hemu River -- Stay in Burqin D5: Burqin -- World Devil City -- Stay in Kuitun D6: Kuitun -- Sayram Lake -- Guozigou Bridge -- Kazanqi Folk Village -- Stay in Yining D7: Yining -- Chaxi -- Tianshan Lavender Flower Sea -- Stay in Gongliu D8: Gongliu -- Nalati Aerial Grassland -- Stay in Nalati Town D9: Nalati -- Tangbula Hundred-Mile Gallery -- Fairy Lake -- Duku Highway -- Stay in Dushanzi D10: Dushanzi -- Anjihai Canyon -- S101 -- End in Urumqi

If Kanas can be likened to a beautiful paradise, then Hemu is the most precious thing in such a vast pristine environment. : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : Daily necessities: skin care products, cosmetics, sunscreen products, daily toiletries Electronic devices: chargers, power banks, headphones, selfie sticks, cameras Clothes: You need to bring both thin and thick clothes, the temperature difference may be a bit large, and you need to wear comfortable shoes, after all, you need to walk frequently

I Must-visit attractions] Return to Kanas: The scenery of lakes and mountains is breathtaking, and it is known as "God's back garden and pure land on earth." Just take a picture and it will be directly output as the original one. Pick up your phone and let's go to the mysterious Kanas and explore the vision of life~ Shunhe Wood: It is a fairy tale located at the foot of the mountain. The trees, flowers and cabins all depict this colorful world. Let us feel the fresh breeze of the wilderness together~ Wuerhe Ghost City: Selected by National Geographic as one of the "30 Most Worth Visiting Places in a Lifetime", this place is filled with the wonders of nature. Aren’t you curious about the magical sights created by the wind? Sailimu Lake: Here is the collision of endless blue and sea of ​​flowers. Travel along the lake and feel the poetry, mystery and passion between heaven and earth. Let us unfold this unique blue love letter together~ Poison Nalati: Lambs, streams, sunsets, wooden stakes, every ordinary thing becomes so quiet and beautiful here. Either lie down or walk, and feel the impact of nature on your soul~

Experience a trip to Xinjiang that will fulfill all your fantasies about scenery and culture. Visit both Northern and Southern Xinjiang to admire snow-capped mountains, grasslands, forests, wildflowers, glaciers, and ancient architecture... You can check in at Kanas, Sayram Lake, Guozigou Bridge, Yili, Shata Ancient Trail, Qingkushitai, Qiaxi, Nalati, Dushanzi Grand Canyon, Duku Highway, Kashgar. Recommended itinerary: D1 Urumqi - S21 Desert Highway to Colorful Beach in Burqin D2 Burqin - Dreamy Journey to Kanas D3 Kanas - Hiking around the Three Bays of Kanas - Hemu D4 Hemu - Strolling through Hemu Ancient Village - Wuerhe D5 Wuerhe - Devil City - BBQ outside Sayram Lake - Sayram Lake D6 Around Sayram Lake - Guozigou Bridge - Kazanqi Yining City D7 Yining - Yizhao Highway to Shata Ancient Trail - Tekes D8 Tekes - Leaving Street to Qingkushitai Ancient Village - Qingkushitai D9 Qingkushitai - Qiaxi Grassland to Nalati D10 Nalati - Midsection of Duku to Bayanbulak D11 Bayanbulak - Northern Section of Duku Highway - Urumqi

Transportation Tips - Chartered car (on Taobao) Driver sincerely good service 👍 Worth praise Local attractions - Nagati, Sailimu Lake, Bagua City, Jonkush Terrace Hotel - Aju Hotel Food & Beverage & Restaurant - Nuerkang Restaurant Northern Xinjiang is full of beautiful scenery, simple customs and long sunshine hours. In June, it is worth a visit to see the snow field, Nalati Prairie, Anji Dayu Valley, and Sailimu Lake on the Duku Highway.

Living in the urban jungle, Xinjiang is like the ideal country that people yearn for in their hearts. The Northern Xinjiang of this season is a dreamy travel destination that you should not miss in your lifetime. Here, you will witness colors that are hard to find elsewhere, and feel the boundless romance and enthusiasm. There are herds of cattle and sheep, wooden houses under the dazzling starry sky, allowing you to forget all worries and immerse yourself in the wonderful joy of traveling. Essential attractions: - Kanas Lake: Known as 'God's backyard garden' and 'the Switzerland of the East', its stunning beauty is intoxicating and unforgettable. - Hemu Village: Babbling streams, wisps of cooking smoke, wildflowers all over the mountains, and the simple starry sky wooden houses make it seem like a dreamy primitive natural village. - Sayram Lake: Set against the backdrop of snow-capped mountains, the clear and pure blue lake water is so beautiful that it's hard to take your eyes off it. - Narat Grassland: A place you must not miss when visiting Xinjiang, with lush grasslands, herds of cattle and sheep, and the horizon connecting with the mountain ranges, as if dreams unfold in reality. - Duku Highway: This magical road allows you to fully experience the diverse landscapes of snow mountains, grasslands, lakes, galaxies, and Gobi, feeling the alternation of the four seasons. - Bayanbulak Grassland: If you haven't admired the sunset here, you can't imagine how stunning and breathtaking it is in the evening. - Urho Ghost City: The unique Yardang landform adds a mysterious atmosphere when the wind howls. - Tianchi Lake of Tianshan Mountains: A high mountain lake surrounded by mountains, it exists like a fairyland. Specialty foods: - Big Plate Chicken: Tender and juicy chicken with a rich variety of side dishes, rich in flavor. - Roasted Lamb Skewers: Aromatic and tender, each bite leaves a lingering fragrance in the mouth. - Hand-pulled Rice: Oily and delicious, with distinct grains of rice. - Nang: A variety of types, it is a staple food loved by locals. - Baked Buns: Crispy on the outside, delicious filling on the inside. Northern Xinjiang route recommendation: Day1: Departure place - Urumqi, rest upon arrival and feel the charm of the city. Day2: Urumqi - S21 Desert Highway - Burqin, enjoy the unique scenery along the way. Day3: Burqin - Kanas Lake, indulge in the beauty of the lake and mountains. Day4: Kanas Lake - Hemu Village, experience the tranquility and beauty of the village. Day5: Hemu Village - Urho Ghost City - Urho, marvel at nature's craftsmanship. Day6: Urho - Sayram Lake - Yining, enjoy the beauty of the lake and the charm of the city. Day7: Yining - Huocheng Lavender - Narat, wander in the sea of lavender flowers, then head to Narat Grassland. Day8: Narat - Bayanbulak Grassland, admire the magnificent sunset. Day9: Bayanbulak Grassland - Duku Highway - Kuitun. Day10: Kuitun - Tianchi Lake of Tianshan Mountains - Urumqi. Day11: Free activity in Urumqi, you can visit local characteristic streets or markets. Day12: Urumqi - Departure place. Travel tips: - Xinjiang has a large temperature difference between day and night, check the weather forecast before traveling to prepare appropriate clothing. - Be sure to carry your ID card, as checkpoints along the way will need to check it. - Xinjiang has strong ultraviolet rays and is quite dry, so sunscreen and hydration measures are essential. - The attractions in Xinjiang are far apart and scattered, you can choose a reliable chartered car or carpooling group, so you don't have to worry about driving and accommodation issues, you can stop as you go, with a high level of comfort.

Some say that when it comes to traveling in Xinjiang: you go to Northern Xinjiang for the scenery and Southern Xinjiang for the culture. This saying summarizes it well, but it's not accurate. Northern Xinjiang boasts incredibly beautiful natural landscapes, with grasslands, forests, canyons, deserts, Gobi, Yardang landforms, and hills, definitely the ceiling of natural scenery in China. Southern Xinjiang is home to a large number of ethnic minorities, with many ancient buildings and historical sites well-preserved, making it a great place to appreciate cultural heritage and understand the history of the Western Regions. However, Northern Xinjiang also has a rich cultural landscape, such as the International Grand Bazaar, the ancient city of Gaochang, Tuyugou, and more. Southern Xinjiang also has stunning natural scenery, such as the Taklamakan Desert, Tarim Poplar Forest, White Sand Lake, and Mustagh Ata, etc. Day1 From various places to Urumqi Day2 Urumqi - Heavenly Lake of Tianshan - Fuyun Day3 Fuyun - Keketuohai - Five-Color Beach - Burqin Day4 Burqin - Return to Kanas Scenic Area Day5 Kanas - Return to Hemu Scenic Area Day6 Hemu - Urho Ghost City - Karamay Day7 Karamay - Sayram Lake - Guozigou - Yining Day8 Yining - Kalajun Grassland - Tekes Day9 Tekes - Nalati Grassland - Nalati Day10 Nalati - Return to Bayanbulak Grassland - Bayanbulak Day11 Bayanbulak - Return via Duku Highway - Urumqi Day12 Urumqi - Various places

This summer, take your kids on an RV trip! Move your home into a mobile scenic area, and enjoy the beautiful experience of opening the door to a view and closing it to a home🍃. Experience the latest trendy way of traveling😍. Today, I will recommend 3 RV routes that are perfect for summer travel, with plenty of parent-child experiences, and even a parent-child leader and a photographer to capture the moments📸. While enjoying the beautiful scenery, you can also better enhance the parent-child relationship👍 . ✅【Xinjiang | Fairy Tale Ili + Sayram Lake 8 Days】 ⭕️Classic IPs: Narat, Duku Highway, Kalajun Grassland, Huocheng Lavender, Sayram Lake ⭕️Hidden Gems: Kuerdening, Chapaqi Sea, Kafeng Base Camp ⭕️Trip Highlights: 👉985/211 top university leader accompanying throughout 👉7 nights of high-quality accommodation, 1 night by Sayram Lake, 1 night at a forest camp, 2 nights at a boutique homestay, 3 nights at a 4-diamond hotel 👉Includes the essence of the Ili River Valley, daily driving time ≤3h, 10+ fun parent-child experiences ⭕️Parent-Child Play Experiences: ✓Exclusive car tour of the Narat Grassland, horse riding ✓Horse riding in the Kuerdening Spruce Forest ✓Kazakh family visit ✓Crossing the northern section of the Duku Highway ✓UTV on the Kalajun Grassland ✓Lamb catching competition on the Kalajun Grassland ✓Lavender estate photo capture ✓Fruit picking ✓Lake Sayram circumnavigation & sailing ✓Bonfire party ✓Grassland afternoon tea ✓Kazanqi Citywalk —— ✅【Gannan | Parent-Child 6 Days】 ⭕️Classic IPs: Labrang Monastery, Sangke Grassland, Zhagana, Liujiaxia Reservoir, Bingling Temple Grottoes ⭕️Hidden Gems: Namo Grand Canyon, Dazong Lake, Fairy Beach ⭕️Trip Highlights: 👉Daily driving time <3h, 10+ local experiences 👉A variety of accommodation experiences throughout the trip, combining local specialty hotels and cost-effectiveness 👉Stay at the Sangke Sky Camp to watch the stars ⭕️Parent-Child Play Experiences: ✓Grassland Xianglang Festival·Travel photography, dressing up with your child in Tibetan makeup, braids, and clothes ✓Bingling Temple Grottoes·Explanation ✓Labrang Monastery·Monk explanation ✓Crossing the entire Loke Road ✓Liujiaxia Reservoir·Speedboat ride on the Yellow River ✓Fun on the grassland, horse riding, archery, afternoon tea... ✓Light trekking at Fairy Beach ✓Light trekking at Namo Grand Canyon ✓Ceremonial dinner ✓Fireworks bonfire party ✓Encounter with marmots at Dazong Lake —— ✅【Qinghai | Qinghai Lake Parent-Child 6 Days】 ⭕️Classic IPs: Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, Atomic City Museum, Qilian Mountain Grassland, Zhuoer Mountain ⭕️Hidden Gems: Ice Gully Forest Sea, Lake Circuit West Road, Heima River, Nanshan ⭕️Trip Highlights: 👉5 different types of accommodation experiences throughout the trip, 3 nights in Tibetan-style hotels + 1 night in Chaka Bubble House + 1 night in RV camping 👉Daily driving time ≤3h 👉8 grassland nomadic experiences + 4 local cultural experiences + 2 mini-classes ⭕️Parent-Child Play Experiences: ✓Mini-classes on 'Tibetan Plateau' & 'Little Salt Worker' ✓Trekking in the Ice Gully Forest Sea ✓Professional equestrian riding by Qinghai Lake ✓In-depth horse riding on the Qilian Mountain Grassland ✓Be a little herdsman for a day, wearing ethnic costumes, making tsampa, herding cattle and sheep... ✓Learn Tibetan script/handcraft Tibetan incense ✓Taste special Tibetan meals, with Dzoma explaining and appreciating the nomadic diet culture ✓Intangible Cultural Heritage Thangka Experience·Special invitation to a heritage expert for explanation

#familytrips2024 The family expedition to Dzungaria was a voyage into a realm of awe-inspiring beauty and boundless adventure. As we ventured into this rugged wilderness, the vastness of the landscape unfolded before us, with rolling plains giving way to towering mountains and pristine lakes shimmering in the sunlight. Our days were filled with thrilling excursions, from hiking through breathtaking valleys to exploring ancient ruins steeped in history. We marveled at the diverse flora and fauna, encountering elusive wildlife and discovering hidden oases nestled amidst the arid terrain. Evenings were spent under a canopy of stars, gathered around crackling campfires, sharing stories and forging unforgettable memories beneath the vast Mongolian sky. Looking ahead to our next dream destination, I imagine our family embarking on an odyssey to the enchanting land of Iceland. With its otherworldly landscapes of glaciers, volcanoes, and geothermal wonders, Iceland offers a truly surreal experience for adventurers of all ages. We'll bathe in natural hot springs, marvel at cascading waterfalls, and embark on thrilling glacier hikes. Exploring charming coastal villages and encountering playful puffins will add a touch of whimsy to our journey. And as we chase the elusive Northern Lights dancing across the Arctic sky, we'll be captivated by Iceland's raw and untamed beauty, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Experience Xinjiang this summer and autumn! For those friends who want to travel to Xinjiang from May to October and still don't know how to plan, hurry up and copy this homework! In Northern Xinjiang, you can see the pure nature, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, flowers, blue sky and white clouds with a natural filter, as if you were in a fairy tale world. For example, you can visit Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and have afternoon tea at Qiongkushitai, hike in Xiatage, participate in markets and feel the original grassland tribes, and experience the unique life of the Uyghur and Kazakh people. 13-Day Loop of Northern and Southern Xinjiang DAY1: Nationwide - Urumqi DAY2: Urumqi - Return to Tianshan Tianchi - Burqin DAY3: Burqin - Kanas. Burqin - Jiadengyu DAY4: Jiadengyu - Return to Hemu Scenic Area DAY5: Hemu - Return to Multicolored Beach - Burqin DAY6: Burqin - Return to World Devil City - Bahang Camp - Jinghe DAY7: Jinghe - Return to Sayram Lake - Kuitun DAY8: Kuitun - Return via Duku Highway to Nalati Air Grassland Nalati DAY9: Nalati - Return to Bayinbuluk Grassland DAY10: Bayinbuluk - Return to Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon - Kuqa DAY11: Kuqa - Return to Loulan Village. Korla DAY12: Korla - Return to Kumtag Desert - Shanshan DAY13: Shanshan - ◎Flaming Mountains Scenic Area - Return to Grape Valley - Urumqi

Why do so many people travel thousands of miles to Xinjiang? Because they are drawn to the Sayram Lake, embedded in the earth like a sapphire, the unique landforms of the Devil's City, God's own reserved land Hemu which seems like a foreign planet, the poetic and picturesque Nalati Grassland intoxicating visitors, the Duku Highway a paradise for self-driving with endlessly beautiful scenery, and the colorful Beach which is as diverse as a painter's palette. Day 1: Departure point - Stay in Urumqi Day 2: Urumqi - Heavenly Lake - Burqin Stay: Burqin County Day 3: Burqin - Kanas Stay: Back to Kanas Scenic Area Day 4: Kanas - Hemu Stay: Hemu Scenic Area Day 5: Hemu - Back to Colorful Beach - Devil's City - Wuerhe Stay: Wuerhe Day 6: Wuerhe - Sayram Lake - Yining Stay: Yining City Day 7: Yining - Nalati Stay: Nalati Town Day 8: Nalati - Bayanbulak Stay: Bayanbulak Town Day 9: Bayanbulak - Back to Duku Highway - Urumqi Day 10: Urumqi - Departure point

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

You must go to Sailimu Lake in summer. It is called "the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean." The pure blue color is really captivating at first glance. In addition to lakes, there are also snow-capped mountains, grasslands, forests and wetlands. Just take a picture and it will be a wallpaper that will hit the circle of friends! If time permits, you must spend the night here. You can bring your own equipment for camping, or you can stay at the RV campground to watch the stars at night, and watch the sunrise in the morning to fully experience the primitive and quiet beauty here: Northern Xinjiang 13-day route D1:Gathering in Urumqi D2:Urumqi→→Fuyun D3: Fuyun→(Coketuohai Scenic Area-Back to Colorful Beach Sunset]- + Burqin D4: Burqin → → Kanas D5: Kanas → → Hemu D6:Hemu→→Burqin D7: Burqin → - Kuitun D8:Kuitun→→Yining D9:Yining→→Zhaosu D10:Zhaosu-→-→Gongliu D11:Gongliu→ -→Bayinbuluke D12: Bayinbuluke Town→Urumqi D13: Airport transfer in Urumqi.

If there is one place you must visit in 2024, it definitely has to be the summer in North Xinjiang and Ili, where wildflowers bloom unrestrained, and everywhere you look is an ocean of flowers. Strolling through the grasslands with cattle, sheep, and steeds, the outlined fir forests, the sacred and pure azure lake waters, and the vast mountains and seas, the unfiltered beauty of Xinjiang is truly captivating. D1: Arrive in Urumqi and pick up from the airport. D2: Urumqi → S101 → Kuitun D3: Kuitun → Sayram Lake → Yining Liuxing Street D4: Yining → Zhaosu Wetland Park → Tianma Culture Park → Zhaosu D5: Zhaosu → Aqtas D6: Aqtas → Kuerdening → Qiaxi → Gongliu D7: Gongliu → Nalati Grassland → Nalati D8: Nalati → Duku Highway → Urumqi D9: Departure from Urumqi airport, ending the tour.

Every year at this time, I start to eagerly anticipate the summer in Xinjiang The summer in Xinjiang is really too beautiful!! The summer in Xinjiang is really too beautiful!! . The ultimate spectrum of colors can all be found in Xinjiang The blue of Sayram Lake, the green of Ili, the purple of Huocheng The red of Aoyi Takte, the yellow of the ancient city of Kashgar, the white of Baisha Lake . Xinjiang is particularly large, divided into southern and northern Xinjiang by the Tianshan Mountains ⛰️Southern Xinjiang is the ultimate in culture and the magnificent Pamirs In the ancient city of Kashgar, searching for the traces of 'One Thousand and One Nights' Gazing at the glaciers under the Muztagh Ata The white sands of the Pamir Plateau and the ancient Panlong Path overturn perceptions of Xinjiang 🍃Northern Xinjiang is fan-level wild grasslands Whether it's in Nalati, Qiongkushitai, Qiaxi, or Kanas These are all the grassland highlights of Ili . 🚌Travel route suggestions for Xinjiang ✅Northern Xinjiang·Xinjiang: Urumqi▶️Sayram Lake▶️Guozigou▶️Huocheng▶️Xia'ta▶️Tekes Bagua City▶️Qiongkushitai▶️Nalati▶️Duku Highway▶️Urumqi ✅Southern Xinjiang·Xinjiang: Kashgar▶️Aoyi Takte Red Canyon▶️Baisha Lake▶️Kalakule Lake▶️Taxkorgan▶️Taheman Wetland▶️Panlong Ancient Path▶️Tash Ancient Path (Xia Ban Di Reservoir)▶️Yarkand▶️Kashgar . 🚗Travel transportation suggestions for Xinjiang Xinjiang is really too big!! There are airports in various places in Xinjiang that offer direct flights The best way to enjoy Xinjiang is to rent a car for a road trip, if you can't drive, consider finding a reliable car rental service I played in both southern and northern Xinjiang for 10+ days each, driving a rented car throughout Picked up the car in Urumqi and returned, touring northern Xinjiang Picked up the car in Kashgar and returned, touring southern Xinjiang . ☀️Must-knows for traveling in Xinjiang 1️⃣The climate in Xinjiang is very dry, especially in southern Xinjiang. So be sure to keep moisturized 2️⃣The sunlight in Xinjiang is very strong in ultraviolet rays, so always apply sunscreen when going out, and wear sunglasses and a hat 3️⃣Whether in southern or northern Xinjiang, the distance between each destination is very long, so plan your travel route and timing in advance 4️⃣July and August are the peak tourist seasons in Xinjiang every year, it is recommended to book hotels in advance, especially in popular tourist spots like Qiongkushitai

You should always make a trip to Xinjiang, where you can walk through endless flower fields, lie in the embrace of the grasslands and gaze at the clouds within reach. Witness the never-ending snow-capped mountains among lakes and stars, Xinjiang in summer is like a world from a Miyazaki anime~ Every scene is so unique, making you want to linger and forget to return~ Want to check in and take photos in summer? These spots are really nice, Kanas Lake: 'The Garden of the Gods', a picturesque alpine lake, breathtakingly beautiful Sailimu Lake: An endless expanse of blue, known as the last tear of the Atlantic. Naraty Grassland: Cattle and sheep walk slowly on the grassland, with wildflowers, valleys, peaks, deep canyons, and forests reflecting each other Devil City: A natural masterpiece, a unique geological landscape, like a castle where ghosts and goblins gather Dushanzi Grand Canyon: Wind-eroded rift valley landscape, a secret realm of Duku, a spectacle of a billion years Hemu Village: A tranquil village, like a fairy tale town, fully appreciate the simple Uyghur customs 13-Day Northern Xinjiang Itinerary D1: Gather in Urumqi D2: Urumqi→→Fuyun D3: Fuyun→→Burqin D4: Burqin→→Kanas D5: Kanas→ + Hemu D6: Hemu→→Burqin D7: Burqin→→Kuitun D8: Kuitun→→Yining D9: Yining→→Zhaosu. D10: Zhaosu→→Gongliu D11: Gongliu→→Bayanbulak D12: Bayanbulak Town→→Urumqi D13: Departure from Urumqi.

If there are sisters who really want to travel to Xinjiang! You really need to prepare well before you go! ! Xinjiang is a vast place, the routes are super complex, and transportation is a challenge, especially because there are many ethnic minorities and a lot of points to pay attention to. Especially for those who are going for the first time, and also bringing parents, you can consider the Xinjiang pure play local tour group recommended by the editor: 10-Day Northern Xinjiang Tour Day1 Urumqi - Tianshan Tianchi - Fuyun County Day2 Fuyun - Keketuohai - Wucolor Beach Sunset - Burqin Day3 Burqin - Kanas - Baihaba Day4 Baihaba - Hemu Day5 Hemu - Devil City - Karamay Day6 Karamay - Sayram Lake - Guozigou Bridge - Qingshuihe Town. Day7 Qingshuihe - Lavender Manor - Kalajun Grassland - Zhaosu Day8 Zhaosu - Xiatat~Tekes Day9 Tekes - Nalati Air Grassland - Nalati Town Day10 Nalati - Duku Highway - Qiaolma - Urumqi disband