10-Day Tour of Xinjiang Urumqi & Northern Xinjiang: Covering All the Hotspots

Hey there! Embark on a journey to explore Xinjiang! Departing from Urumqi, this 10-day guide will take you on a tour of Northern Xinjiang! Save it now and get ready to experience the beauty of Northern Xinjiang! -- 🛣️Itinerary: D1: Departure - Urumqi Arrive in Urumqi and enjoy a CityWalk with Trip.com's exclusive butler service. D2: Urumqi - Tianchi Lake - Burqin/Altay Visit the 5A scenic spot, Tianchi Lake, journey through the S21 Desert Highway, and stay overnight in Burqin or Altay. D3-D4: Burqin/Altay - Hemu Village - Kanas Lake Stay in a wooden cabin in Hemu Village on D3 and experience a bonfire party. On D4, explore the Three Bays of Kanas Lake and the Birch Forest, and stay overnight in Burqin. D5: Burqin - Populus Euphratica Forest - Devil's City - Shawan Explore the Yardang landforms, a popular filming location for blockbuster movies, and stay overnight at a hot spring hotel in Shawan to experience the contrast of ice and fire. D6: Shawan - Danxia Landform - Anjihai Grand Canyon - Sayram Lake Visit hidden gems and spectacular canyons, admire the bubble-like blue ice of Sayram Lake, and stay overnight near the entrance of Sayram Lake. D7: Sayram Lake - Yining Visit Sayram Lake again for sunrise, explore the popular snacks at Liuxing Street, experience the vibrant ethnic culture, and stay overnight in Yining. D8: Yining - Swan Spring - Urumqi Admire the swans dancing amidst the rime at Swan Spring, then take a train back to Urumqi. D9: Urumqi Free day in Urumqi. D10: Urumqi - Departure City End your pleasant journey through the Western Regions with 24-hour airport/station transfer service. -- Tips: 1. Photo Spots: Five Colored Beach and Kanas Lake are beautiful scenic spots. Don't miss the sunset at Hemu Village; a fairytale-like scenery awaits you to capture📸! 2. February Climate: Winter in Urumqi is quite cold, so remember to bring thick down jackets and thermal underwear to stay comfortable during your trip🧣. 3. Local Customs: In Northern Xinjiang, respect the customs of local ethnic minorities. You can experience unique tribal cultures and cuisine🍖. 4. Travel Preparations: The distances between scenic spots in Northern Xinjiang are long. It is recommended to hire a car or drive yourself, and prepare some snacks and water in case you get hungry on the road🚗🍪. 5. Safety Precautions: Pay attention to personal safety during outdoor activities, and don't forget sunscreen and moisturizer🧴. -- The beauty of Xinjiang is more than meets the eye; there are more mysteries waiting for you to explore!🌄Don't forget to like, save, and share with your travel companions~