Qapqal Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Yizhao Highway Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Today's In-depth Yili, tourists' real-time photos.
【In-depth Yili】8 days and 7 nights Yili Grand Loop + Niche In-depth Tour, Xiata Ancient Road + Qiongkushitai + Kalajun + Bayin, S101 + Yizhao Highway + Duku, the most recommended trip to Xinjiang in summer
【Altay Meets Yili】8 days and 7 nights to explore Altay + Yili + Duku Highway's essential attractions
【Encountering North and South Xinjiang】10 days and 9 nights crossing the entire Duku Highway, traversing North and South Xinjiang
【Encountering South Xinjiang】9 days and 8 nights in-depth tour of South Xinjiang, covering all the essential attractions in South Xinjiang
【Encountering Yili】7 days and 6 nights quick Yili loop, Chaxi + Nalati + Tangbula + Duku
【Encountering Altay】6 days and 5 nights Altay small loop, Keketohai + Kanas + Hemu + Devil City
A Xinjiang parent-child travel itinerary that you can directly copy from homework, personally tested and fun
From June, Xinjiang QuanMian enters the tasting period, and you can check in to top-level beautiful scenery without going abroad! Today, I recommend an itinerary that is more suitable for families with children.
Refuse to flock together for in-depth fun in the wild, let's find the Eastern Switzerland together, cross the Yizhao Highway, delve into the holy land of human beings - Sailimu Lake, the experience is superb.
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Why recommend bringing children to Xinjiang?
The natural landscape is rich, with grasslands, snow mountains, spruce forests, lakes and streams everywhere, which is the ceiling of domestic scenery.
Avoid the crowd, the summer temperature is suitable, the temperature difference between morning and evening is large, a good place to escape the heat.
Xinjiang is a place where many MinZu live together, with rich MinZu cultural landscapes, which can improve children's cognition and broaden their horizons.
In Xinjiang, you can see herds of cattle and sheep, tall horses, and cute groundhogs everywhere, letting children get close to nature.
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Lots of parent-child experiences
Identifying fungi
Fruit picking
Outdoor horse riding
Making bows and arrows
Stargazing on the grassland
Treasure hunting in the mountains
Building shelters
Finding the King of Spruce
Crossing the spruce forest
Off-roading on the Yizhao Highway
Experiencing honey shaking in the flower fields
Making lavender sachets
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Step into folk customs to experience culture
·Learn Uyghur language
·Parent-child shepherding
·Understand the history of the Xibe people's migration to the west
·Aken singing
·Making milk curds
·Learning to make Nang
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7 days and 6 nights shuttling through Xinjiang's 'spring, summer, autumn, and winter'
D1·Various places - Yining free assembly
D2·Yining - Xibo Ancient City - Blue City Kazanqi Homestay Area - Kazanqi Haierbag Special Dinner
D3·Sailimu Lake - Lake cycling and hiking - Guozigou Bridge
D4·Yizhao Highway - Baishifeng - Zhaosu Rapeseed Flower Field - Tianma Wetland Park - Wanghu Manor Bonfire Party
D5·Kuerdening - Aken singing/horse riding on the grassland - Night activities
D6·Treasure hunting in the mountains of Kuerdening - Picnic in the cloud forest - Tian Shan Flower Sea
D7·Closing ceremony - Yining send-off
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🤲Xinjiang delicacies:
Mutton skewers🥩Big plate chicken stir-fried rice noodles Kvass hand-grabbed rice Baked buns🥟Laghman oil Nang🫔Sesame bag🥯Wownang Gangzi meat Baked lamb leg Stone stewed meat
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Must-visit attractions:
Sailimu Lake: The last tear of the Atlantic
Duku Highway: Four seasons in one day, ten miles of different skies
Kalajun Grassland: Defining mountain grassland aesthetics
Huocheng Lavender: Ten thousand acres of purple flower sea, romantic and dreamy
Tangbula Hundred Mile Gallery: A view at every step, picturesque.
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Travel tips:
Xinjiang is located in the far west, with a two-hour time difference from the mainland. Xinjiang people generally eat lunch at 2 pm and finish dinner at 8 or 9 pm.
The hard part about coming to Xinjiang is the long car rides and untimely meals, so it is recommended to join a motorhome group.
There are many mosquitoes on the grassland, so spray mosquito repellent in advance and close the doors when entering and exiting rooms.
Yining-Zhaosu Road
Yining-Zhaosu Road, as an important passage connecting the south and north of the Tianshan Mountains, not only bears the heavy responsibility of transportation but is also a picturesque tourist route. Under the early summer sun, the scenery on both sides of Yining-Zhaosu Road is like a flowing scroll, with mountains, grasslands, lakes, and rivers reflecting each other, forming a stunning natural landscape.
Traveling along this road, you will pass through undulating mountains and enjoy the lush grasslands and forests. As the altitude gradually increases, you will see majestic snow-capped mountains standing under the blue sky and white clouds, with clouds and mist swirling around them, as if you are in a fairyland.
This magnificent road that winds between the Ili River Valley and the Zhaosu Plateau will bring an unprecedented visual feast to travel enthusiasts.
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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Duku Highway Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
12-Day Solo Travel Guide to Northern Xinjiang's Duku Highway
Where to go for the holiday? It must be Xinjiang. With snow-capped mountains, lakes, forests, grasslands, and more, the scenery is truly diverse. Especially in summer, the grasslands and snow mountains appear in the same frame, resembling scenes from an animated world.
Itinerary
D1: From all over the country to Urumqi
D2: Urumqi → Heavenly Lake of Tianshan → Fuyun
D3: Fuyun → Keketuohai → Burqin
D4: Burqin → Kanas Lake → Jiadengyu
D5: Jiadengyu → Roaming Hemu → Stay in Hemu
D6: Hemu → Wuerhe
D7: Wuerhe → Devil City → Jinghe
D8: Jinghe → Sailimu Lake - Sailing Experience → Kaxgar → Yining
D9: Yining → Qiongkushitai → Xinyuan
D10: Xinyuan → Nalati Air Grassland → Nalati Town
D11: Nalati → Duku Highway → Martyrs' Cemetery
D12: Return flight from Urumqi
【tips】
1. Some areas in Xinjiang have poor signal, it is recommended to carry cash
2. There is a large temperature difference between morning and evening in Xinjiang, it is advisable to bring a coat
3. Some areas in Xinjiang are dry, be sure to drink plenty of water to avoid
bleeding from dryness.
4. In Xinjiang, goods are sold by the kilogram
7-Day Essence Tour of Northern Xinjiang
Sayram Lake is the highest-altitude, largest, and most scenic alpine lake in Xinjiang. It is also the last place cherished by the warm and humid Atlantic air currents, hence the saying that it is 'the last tear of the Atlantic'. The summer season is the perfect time to visit Sayram Lake, and for friends who want to play at Sayram Lake, this travel guide is highly recommended. Like and save it, and you'll definitely not get lost!
🌺Recommended Itinerary:
🎉A: 7-Day Grand Northern Xinjiang Loop
🎄D1: Urumqi - Colorful Beach - Burqin
🎄D2: Burqin - Kanas
🎄D3: Jiadengyu - Hemu
🎄D4: Hemu - Urho Ghost City - Urho
🎄D5: Urho - Sayram Lake - Yining/Qingshui River
🎄D6: Yining/Qingshui River - Nalati - Bayanbulak
🎄D7: Bayanbulak - Duku Highway - Urumqi
🎉B: 8-Day Grand Northern Xinjiang Loop
🎄D1: Urumqi - Tianshan Tianchi - Fuyun/Koktokay.
🎄D2: Fuyun/Koktokay - Koktokay - Colorful Beach - Burqin
🎄D3: Burqin - Kanas - Jiadengyu
🎄D4: Jiadengyu - Hemu
🎄D5: Hemu - Ghost City - Urho
🎄D6: Urho - Sayram Lake - Yining
🎄D7: Yining - Nalati Grassland in the Sky - Bayanbulak
🎄D8: Bayanbulak - Duku Highway - Urumqi
15-Day Tour of North and South Xinjiang
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
Leaving Yili has a stronger aftereffect than a breakup
💚Every day here is like living in a fairy tale, under the snow-capped mountains🏔️, it's so beautiful that it doesn't seem like the real world.
📝Every day on the small loop of Yili is like living in a fairy tale.
🙏Thanks to this healing and redemption from nature, every moment has enriched my life💚.
✨Sharing some personal experiences and tips for friends who are about to set off👇🏻
🚗Itinerary reference:
📅DAY1: Hangzhou-Lanzhou (transfer)-Yining Airport
📅DAY2: Yining-Sayram Lake-Guozigou-Qingshui River
📅DAY3: Qingshui River-Chaxi Forest Park-Tekes Bagua City
📅DAY4: Tekes-Junggar Plateau-Back Mountain (horse riding)-Tekes
📅DAY6: Tekes-Aktas-Tianma Bathing River-Yuhu-Zhaosu
📅DAY7: Zhaosu-Shata Hiking-Return to Yining
📅DAY8: Yining-Chengdu (transfer)-Hangzhou
✔Practical information:
💰Now the prices in Yili are rising, and the Duku Highway is about to open, book as early as possible! This year is not suitable for budget travel, the experience will not be too good. We average 1w per person (including airfare/charter/accommodation/buying special products, etc.)
✈It is recommended that friends with tight time fly directly to Yining, which saves a lot of car time than Urumqi. It only takes 2-3 hours to go anywhere from Yining, except for rushing to the plane at the beginning and end, five or six days of pure play is enough
🌿The several large grasslands in Yili have similarities, and you can choose two or three to go
✅Nalati: High-altitude grassland, popular place with large crowds, self-driving 300/person, good road conditions and complete supporting facilities, suitable for parent-child/family/self-driving tours
✅Karakojun: Human-shaped grassland, large scenic area, can't drive by yourself, can only take the shuttle bus, charge by section. More suitable for hiking enthusiasts to cross
✅Junggar Plateau: There are mountain roads inside, easy to get carsick and traffic jam. You can only ride a horse to the back mountain, but the scenery along the way is stunningly beautiful and shocking! There are many homestays but expensive, if conditions permit, you can stay for one night, or you can return to Tekes on the same day
✅Chaxi: High cost performance, 30/person can drive Chata loop line, can go to Chaxi Park and Tarim two places. But the loop line is a non-paved road surface, the road conditions are poor, it tests the vehicle and technology, it is recommended to use off-road vehicles
✅Shata: Ticket 80+shuttle bus 30/person. It is a must-go place for hiking enthusiasts, and it is the only scenic spot that can get close to the snow mountain! But the experience is good or bad related to the weather and the flow of people
📌There are also niche points such as Aktas/Kurdining/Tangbula Grassland, etc.
⚠️Sayram Lake/Junggar Back Mountain/Shata and other places are prone to change, the temperature difference is large, it is recommended to carry a thick coat
👗Wear white/red/light-colored slim and elegant dresses by the lake, floral/blue and white/bright/pastoral or mountain style in the forest and grassland, the principle is to wear high saturation colors, avoid black or green (black should wear suspenders to show more skin, green is easy to blend in)
🧳Must bring: U-shaped neck pillow/disposable slippers/face mask/moisturizing spray/body lotion/sunscreen/umbrella/sunglasses/power bank/motion sickness medicine/dental floss (eating meat every day is easy to get stuck in the teeth😂)
🤩Beautiful Xinjiang, it's worth us to go a long way!
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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
Leaving Yili has a stronger aftereffect than a breakup
💚Every day here is like living in a fairy tale, under the snow-capped mountains🏔️, it's so beautiful that it doesn't seem like the real world.
📝Every day on the small loop of Yili is like living in a fairy tale.
🙏Thanks to this healing and redemption from nature, every moment has enriched my life💚.
✨Sharing some personal experiences and tips for friends who are about to set off👇🏻
🚗Itinerary reference:
📅DAY1: Hangzhou-Lanzhou (transfer)-Yining Airport
📅DAY2: Yining-Sayram Lake-Guozigou-Qingshui River
📅DAY3: Qingshui River-Chaxi Forest Park-Tekes Bagua City
📅DAY4: Tekes-Junggar Plateau-Back Mountain (horse riding)-Tekes
📅DAY6: Tekes-Aktas-Tianma Bathing River-Yuhu-Zhaosu
📅DAY7: Zhaosu-Shata Hiking-Return to Yining
📅DAY8: Yining-Chengdu (transfer)-Hangzhou
✔Practical information:
💰Now the prices in Yili are rising, and the Duku Highway is about to open, book as early as possible! This year is not suitable for budget travel, the experience will not be too good. We average 1w per person (including airfare/charter/accommodation/buying special products, etc.)
✈It is recommended that friends with tight time fly directly to Yining, which saves a lot of car time than Urumqi. It only takes 2-3 hours to go anywhere from Yining, except for rushing to the plane at the beginning and end, five or six days of pure play is enough
🌿The several large grasslands in Yili have similarities, and you can choose two or three to go
✅Nalati: High-altitude grassland, popular place with large crowds, self-driving 300/person, good road conditions and complete supporting facilities, suitable for parent-child/family/self-driving tours
✅Karakojun: Human-shaped grassland, large scenic area, can't drive by yourself, can only take the shuttle bus, charge by section. More suitable for hiking enthusiasts to cross
✅Junggar Plateau: There are mountain roads inside, easy to get carsick and traffic jam. You can only ride a horse to the back mountain, but the scenery along the way is stunningly beautiful and shocking! There are many homestays but expensive, if conditions permit, you can stay for one night, or you can return to Tekes on the same day
✅Chaxi: High cost performance, 30/person can drive Chata loop line, can go to Chaxi Park and Tarim two places. But the loop line is a non-paved road surface, the road conditions are poor, it tests the vehicle and technology, it is recommended to use off-road vehicles
✅Shata: Ticket 80+shuttle bus 30/person. It is a must-go place for hiking enthusiasts, and it is the only scenic spot that can get close to the snow mountain! But the experience is good or bad related to the weather and the flow of people
📌There are also niche points such as Aktas/Kurdining/Tangbula Grassland, etc.
⚠️Sayram Lake/Junggar Back Mountain/Shata and other places are prone to change, the temperature difference is large, it is recommended to carry a thick coat
👗Wear white/red/light-colored slim and elegant dresses by the lake, floral/blue and white/bright/pastoral or mountain style in the forest and grassland, the principle is to wear high saturation colors, avoid black or green (black should wear suspenders to show more skin, green is easy to blend in)
🧳Must bring: U-shaped neck pillow/disposable slippers/face mask/moisturizing spray/body lotion/sunscreen/umbrella/sunglasses/power bank/motion sickness medicine/dental floss (eating meat every day is easy to get stuck in the teeth😂)
🤩Beautiful Xinjiang, it's worth us to go a long way!
An underrated gem in Xinjiang has become stunningly beautiful
Xinjiang has always been the apple of my eye, and since my first visit to Altay in 2016, I have been to Xinjiang four times! With the popularity of 'My Altay', Xinjiang tourism is bound to surge, and the Duku Highway has opened earlier than ever before. Many previously less-known spots like Kanas, Qiongkushitai, and Xiat are now hot destinations, and the experience is not as good as before.
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👸🏻Today, I recommend a hidden gem that is still rarely visited by tourists~
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✅Lujiaowan Scenic Area
📍Address: Boertonggu Pasture, Shawan City, Tacheng Region, Xinjiang (near S101 provincial road)
Lujiaowan is one of the best grasslands at the foot of the northern Tianshan Mountains, once a breeding ground for Tianshan red deer🦌. After the breeding season each year, the male deer shed their antlers by the mountain streams, giving this place its lovely name.
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To the south of Lujiaowan lies the Habiga Mountain, over 4000 meters above sea level, with perennial snow on its peak🏔️ and spruce trees like tents. The unique geographical conditions provide abundant rainfall and glacial nourishment to the valley, making the grass much greener than in Ili during the same season❗
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The scenic area is only accessible by self-driving, as there are no shuttle buses❌, so large tour groups do not choose this place. It is currently a private land enjoyed almost exclusively by locals in Xinjiang❤️. Last summer, with high temperatures and strong sunlight, I saw the snow line on the Tianshan Mountains melting away along the Duku Highway, and the grass turned yellow. However, Lujiaowan still had fantastic snow-capped peaks and grasslands, similar to a mini Xiat, and most importantly, there were very few people❗
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For self-driving or chartered car, it is recommended to take the S101 from Urumqi (this national defense highway is also incredibly beautiful), pass through Lujiaowan, and then you can also visit the Anjihai Grand Canyon on the way to Kuitun, connecting to Sayram Lake and Ili. Or continue on the Duku Highway to Dushanzi, which is very convenient
Today's In-depth Yili, tourists' real-time photos.
【In-depth Yili】8 days and 7 nights Yili Grand Loop + Niche In-depth Tour, Xiata Ancient Road + Qiongkushitai + Kalajun + Bayin, S101 + Yizhao Highway + Duku, the most recommended trip to Xinjiang in summer
【Altay Meets Yili】8 days and 7 nights to explore Altay + Yili + Duku Highway's essential attractions
【Encountering North and South Xinjiang】10 days and 9 nights crossing the entire Duku Highway, traversing North and South Xinjiang
【Encountering South Xinjiang】9 days and 8 nights in-depth tour of South Xinjiang, covering all the essential attractions in South Xinjiang
【Encountering Yili】7 days and 6 nights quick Yili loop, Chaxi + Nalati + Tangbula + Duku
【Encountering Altay】6 days and 5 nights Altay small loop, Keketohai + Kanas + Hemu + Devil City
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Xiata Tourist Area Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Kanas + Yili Loop 10-Day Tour
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
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...😍
Today's In-depth Yili, tourists' real-time photos.
【In-depth Yili】8 days and 7 nights Yili Grand Loop + Niche In-depth Tour, Xiata Ancient Road + Qiongkushitai + Kalajun + Bayin, S101 + Yizhao Highway + Duku, the most recommended trip to Xinjiang in summer
【Altay Meets Yili】8 days and 7 nights to explore Altay + Yili + Duku Highway's essential attractions
【Encountering North and South Xinjiang】10 days and 9 nights crossing the entire Duku Highway, traversing North and South Xinjiang
【Encountering South Xinjiang】9 days and 8 nights in-depth tour of South Xinjiang, covering all the essential attractions in South Xinjiang
【Encountering Yili】7 days and 6 nights quick Yili loop, Chaxi + Nalati + Tangbula + Duku
【Encountering Altay】6 days and 5 nights Altay small loop, Keketohai + Kanas + Hemu + Devil City
Shangri-La Wonderland: Step into a dreamlike natural painting
Hey, buddies, today I'm going to take you to a place that seems to come straight out of a fairy tale—Shangri-La scenic area!🏞️
🌈 Dreamy Journey
Early in the morning, with full of anticipation, I embarked on the journey to Shangri-La. Along the way, the scenery outside the window was like a flowing painting, dazzling to the eyes.
🏞️ First Impression of Shangri-La
Upon arriving at Shangri-La, the first thing that caught my eye was the rolling mountains, which stood like the guardians of nature, quietly protecting this land. The sunlight filtered through the clouds and sprinkled over the mountains, glittering with gold, stunningly beautiful.
🌳 Strolling through the Forest
Walking into the forest, the fresh air hit me, instantly making me forget the hustle and bustle of the city. The shadows of the trees danced, birds chirped and flowers fragranced, every step felt like exploring an unknown world.
🌊 Babbling Streams
Strolling along the creek, the clear stream water babbled underfoot, and occasionally, I could see small fish frolicking in the water. Wildflowers by the stream competed in beauty, compelling me to stop and admire them closely.
🌟 Shangri-La under the Starry Sky
As night fell, the starry sky of Shangri-La was exceptionally brilliant. Lying on the grass, looking up at the starry sky, it felt as if I could hear the stars whispering, telling ancient legends.
📸 Photography Paradise
Shangri-La is not only a treasure trove of nature but also a paradise for photography enthusiasts. Whether it's sunrise or sunset, or the mist swirling, every moment is so beautiful that it's impossible to stop the camera shutter!
🍲 Culinary Experience
After a day of fun, of course, tasting the local cuisine is essential. The specialty snacks of Shangri-La, every bite is an ultimate temptation for the taste buds, leaving a lasting impression.
👣 Leaving Footprints
Here, every step is an exploration, every breath is enjoyment. Shangri-La, this dreamlike natural painting, has left me with unforgettable footprints.
💌 Conclusion
Shangri-La, a place that makes you linger and forget to return. If you also yearn for nature and crave adventure, then come to Shangri-La and step into this dreamy world with me!🏃♂️🏃♀️
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Nalati Scenic Area Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
This place is like a forest out of a Hayao Miyazaki film!!
After a trip to Xinjiang, my heartfelt feeling is!
Apart from Xinjiang, the rest is elsewhere, no other place can replace it!
Xinjiang is about to enter the most beautiful summer, this summer, you must go to Xinjiang 🌲
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✈ Chengdu - Yining, rent a car for a self-driving tour
🚙 Total cost per person is 6k (excluding airfare)
May in Yili has just entered spring, there is still snow in many places, the biggest advantage is that during the off-season, air tickets and hotel prices are cheap, and you can enjoy both the snow-capped mountains and some early blooming flowers🌼. June is the best time, with blooming flowers and green grass, but the snow mountains have melted, and the consumption is moderate. July and August are the peak tourist seasons, with all the lavender in Huocheng in full bloom, and the consumption is relatively high.
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🚙 My favorite places throughout the journey
【Nalati】
Self-driving 300/person, although the price is not cheap, it is truly worth it, I love Nalati the most, there are herds of cattle and sheep on the grassland, as well as snow-capped mountains and streams, you must wait for the sunset at the nomadic homes
【Qiaxi Forest Park】
Compared to Kuerdening, I prefer Qiaxi, it's as romantic as an oil painting, just like the movie scene of 'Heidi and Grandfather', I suggest staying in Gongliu
【Qiongkushitai】
The road to Qiongku is extremely beautiful, there is a snow mountain swing in front of the mountain, there is no need to be stubborn about the back mountain, the stay at Qingkong Jiyi is awesome
【Fairy Lake】
Although it requires hiking, the scenery is absolutely worth it
【Sailimu Lake】
Get up at 5 am to go to S bay to watch the sunrise, an unforgettable experience, it is a beautiful scene that will be remembered for a lifetime
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🚙12-day trip recommendation
1. Chengdu - Urumqi
2. Huocheng - Sailimu Lake (must see the sunrise)
3. Sailimu Lake - Guozigou Bridge - Huocheng Lavender, stay in Yining or Huanghuang Village
4. Yining - Tekes - Qiongkushitai
5. Qiongkushitai
6. Qiongkushitai - Kalajun Grassland - Stay in Zhaosu
7. Xatage scenic area - Stay in Tekes Bagua City at night
8. Tekes - Tekes River - Qiaxi Forest Park - Nalati, stay in the town
9. Nalati Grassland Scenic Area
10. Nalati - Northern section of Duku Highway - Tangbula - Fairy Lake, stay in Tangbula
11. Tangbula - Northern section of Duku Highway - Urumqi
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🌟Precautions
1. Prepare mosquito repellent
2. Choose an SUV for car rental, the roads to Qiongkushitai and Qiaxi are not very good
3. The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, you can experience four seasons in one day
4. If you want to take pictures of the sunrise at Sailimu Lake and don't want to stay in the scenic area, you can enter from the east gate before 9 am (the south gate does not check tickets)
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 After returning from Xinjiang, let me speak some heartfelt truths
Just came back from a delightful trip in Xinjiang, from the vastness of Northern Xinjiang to the mystique of Southern Xinjiang. Although I encountered some minor setbacks along the way, I also enjoyed the beautiful scenery.
I want to share these experiences with everyone, hoping they can help with your journeys! 👏
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1️⃣ The four most worthwhile spots to check in
✔️ Nalati Grassland: Endless grasslands that are utterly refreshing! 🌾
✔️ Sayram Lake: The lake is as clear as a mirror, breathtakingly beautiful! 🌊
✔️ Tianshan Sea of Flowers: Fields of purple lavender, extremely romantic! 🌸
✔️ Kashgar Old Town: Traces of history are everywhere, as if traveling back to ancient times! 🏰
2️⃣ Weather is really key!! 🌦️
▫️ The grasslands and lakes of Xinjiang change with the weather. Overcast and sunny days are completely different worlds!
▫️ If you encounter a rare sunny day, don't hesitate, head straight to Sayram Lake and take a tour around the lake.
3️⃣ Hiking in Shipton's Arch requires good physical strength! 🚶♂️
✔️ If you want to experience the magnificence of the snow-capped mountains up close, Shipton's Arch is a good choice, but it requires 1-2 hours of hiking, and the path is not easy. If you are traveling with the elderly or children, take it easy!
✔️ The shuttle bus in Shipton's Arch is very crowded, it is recommended to start early and try to return before 4 pm.
4️⃣ Thick clothes are a must! 🧥
Xinjiang has a large temperature difference between day and night, and the wind is strong. Even if the day is hot, you must bring thick clothes, otherwise, you will really get a runny nose from the cold!
5️⃣ Ili Grassland, 2-3 selections are enough! 🌾
✔️ There are too many grasslands in Ili, and seeing too many can really lead to aesthetic fatigue! If you like snow-capped mountains, choose Shipton's Arch; if you like forests, choose Qiongkushitai or Chaxi; if you like grasslands, choose Nalati.
✔️ For Nalati, you can skip the internet-famous bridge, but you must go to the Panlong Valley Road, that's where the essence really is! 95% of people will miss this spot.
6️⃣ Golden hour for photography: 7-10 am/pm 📸
Morning and evening light is soft, especially in the evening when there's a high chance of seeing the sunset, the sky turns golden, making photos especially good, full of artistic conception!
Oh, and the ultraviolet rays in Xinjiang are really strong, be sure to protect yourself from the sun! 🌞
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👉👉 My itinerary
✅D1. Urumqi to S21 Desert Highway - Colorful Beach Sunset
✅D2. Burqin to Kanas Lake - Guanyu Pavilion
✅D3. Kanas Lake Morning Mist - Sanwan to Hemu Road
✅D4. Hemu to Hemu Village
✅D5. Burqin to Devil City to Baiyu Oilfield
✅D6. Kuitun to Sayram Lake - Guozigou Bridge - Kazanqi
✅D7. Yining to Kalajun Koksu Canyon - Li Street
✅D8. Tekes to Nalati Sky Grassland
✅D9. Nalati to Tangbula Hundred Mile Gallery - Fairy Lake
✅D10. Dushanzi to S101 National Defense Highway - Urumqi
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...😍
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