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Charge ahead! Hami 3-day family trip with a 1000 budget treasure guide✨ Family, Hami, this charming city located in Xinjiang, is like a dazzling pearl embedded on the Silk Road🌟, full of historical charm and unique customs, making it an excellent choice for family trips😍. Today, I’m sharing this carefully planned, super detailed guide📖 3-day super detailed best itinerary and fun routes Day 1: Arrival in Hami - Hami Museum 🌅Morning: Arrive in Hami, whether by plane✈️ to Hami Airport or by train🚉 to Hami Station, then take a bus🚌 or taxi to Hami Museum, free of charge🆓. The museum in the early morning is quiet and solemn; bring your little ones into this hall of knowledge to start a cultural journey through time🎈. 🍜Noon: Have lunch at a restaurant near the museum, try Xinjiang fried rice noodles and naan bread, starting your Hami culinary journey🤤. 🌆Afternoon: Continue visiting the museum, where the rich exhibits vividly showcase Hami’s historical changes and cultural heritage. Kids can learn about the stories that happened on this land through each artifact🧐. Then head to your booked hotel for check-in; Hami Hotel is recommended for its prime location and complete surrounding facilities. 🥰Evening: Stroll around the hotel area to feel the city vibe of Hami and rest early to recharge for the next day✨. Day 2: Hui Wang Mansion - Hami Melon Garden (seasonal) 🌅Morning: Take a bus or taxi to Hui Wang Mansion, ticket 30 RMB💰. The morning at Hui Wang Mansion is simple and elegant; walk with your kids into this historic building and feel the past glory and prosperity🎈. 🍜Noon: Have lunch near Hui Wang Mansion, try hand-pulled lamb and grilled lamb skewers, enjoy a delicious meal🥘. 🌆Afternoon: If in season, visit the Hami Melon Garden (seasonal), free of charge🆓. Walk into the melon garden with your kids, learn about various types of Hami melons and their cultivation process, and maybe even pick and taste fresh Hami melons🍈. Then return to the hotel to rest or enjoy free activities nearby. 🥰Evening: Take a walk near the hotel and experience Hami’s nightlife. Day 3: Barkol Lake - Return trip 🌅Morning: Take a shuttle or chartered car to Barkol Lake, free of charge🆓. The morning at Barkol Lake features shimmering water and vast surrounding grasslands. Walk along the lakeside with your kids, admire the lake and mountain scenery, and feel the tranquility and beauty of nature🎈. 🍜Noon: Have lunch at a restaurant near Barkol Lake, try big plate chicken and yogurt rice dumplings, enjoy the delicious food😋. 🌆Afternoon: Prepare for the return trip, carrying wonderful memories of Hami, ending this unforgettable family journey💕. 6 must-visit attractions and highlights 1. Hami Museum - A treasure trove of history and culture 📚 - Highlights: Free, rich in artifacts, showcasing Hami’s history🎊 - Activities: Visit exhibits, learn about Hami’s past and present🎈 2. Hui Wang Mansion - Simple and elegant mansion 🏰 - Highlights: Ancient architecture, feel the weight of history🎇 - Activities: Stroll through the mansion, explore past glories🧐 3. Hami Melon Garden (seasonal) - Sweet paradise 🍈 - Highlights: Free, learn about Hami melons, experience picking fun🎊 - Activities: Visit the garden, pick and taste Hami melons🌱 4. Barkol Lake - Serene pearl beyond the Great Wall 🌊 - Highlights: Free, beautiful lake and mountain scenery, grasslands nearby🎇 - Activities: Lakeside walks, enjoy natural beauty🌈 5. Barkol Ancient City (optional) - Ancient charm city 🏯 - Highlights: Long history, many ancient buildings, rich cultural atmosphere🎊 - Activities: Tour the ancient city, feel the charm of traditional architecture🎈 6. Wubao Devil City (optional) - Fantastic Yadan landforms 🌄 - Highlights: Unique Yadan landforms, spectacular shapes🎇 - Activities: Drive tours, admire the unique geological landscapes📿 Pitfalls to avoid Hami Museum: Follow museum rules, do not touch exhibits. Hui Wang Mansion: Protect cultural relics, do not damage buildings. Barkol Lake: Watch for slippery areas by the lake, avoid dangerous zones. Preparation and precautions⚠️ - Ticket booking: Hami Museum, Hami Melon Garden (seasonal), and Barkol Lake are free, but Hui Wang Mansion tickets can be checked online for discounts💰. For optional spots like Barkol Ancient City and Wubao Devil City, check fees and ticketing methods in advance. Planning ahead helps arrange your itinerary better. - Clothing: Prepare clothes according to the season👚. Hami is hot in summer, bring light, breathable clothes, sunscreen, sun hats, sunglasses, and other sun protection; spring and autumn have variable temperatures, bring long sleeves and rain gear; winter is cold, prepare thick cotton clothes, scarves, gloves, snow boots, and other warm gear. - Items to bring: Bring a power bank to keep phones and electronic devices charged for photos, navigation, and recording wonderful moments. Prepare common medicines like cold medicine, stomach medicine, motion sickness pills, mosquito repellent, etc., in case your kids feel unwell. Also bring your kids’ favorite snacks and water to replenish energy and hydration during the trip, but avoid littering in scenic spots. - Transportation planning: City buses in Hami can reach some attractions; for places like Barkol Lake, choose shuttle buses or chartered cars. Shuttle buses are economical but watch operating times; chartered cars are convenient and flexible, negotiate prices in advance. - Safety: Safety is always the top priority during travel. Always watch your kids’ safety in museums, mansions, lakesides, etc🧑‍🤝‍🧑. Teach kids not to go with strangers and to seek parents or staff if problems arise. - Civilized travel: Hami has rich history, culture, and natural scenery. Teach kids to protect the environment, not to spit or litter, respect local customs, follow scenic area rules, and avoid loud noises🌳. Hotel accommodation 1. Hami Hotel 🌟 - Highlights: Prime location, complete surrounding facilities, attentive service💁‍♀️ - Recommended because: Convenient travel, comfortable accommodation🤗 - Budget: About 150 - 300 RMB per night for three people (prices vary by room type and holidays) 2. Hami Huayu Jianguo Hotel 🌟 - Highlights: Large hotel, well-equipped facilities, good environment🍃 - Recommended because: Offers high-quality accommodation experience, good commercial atmosphere nearby😌 - Budget: About 200 - 400 RMB per night for three people (prices vary by room type and holidays) 3. Hanting Hotel (Hami Railway Station Branch) 🌟 - Highlights: Cost-effective, close to the train station, convenient transportation🏨 - Recommended because: Meets basic accommodation needs, rich dining options nearby🥰 - Budget: About 120 - 250 RMB per night for three people (prices vary by room type and holidays) Specialty recommendations 1. Dried Hami Melon 🍈: Sweet and delicious, retains the sweet flavor of Hami melon. 2. Uyghur Flower Hat 🎩: Exquisite patterns, rich ethnic characteristics. Featured food recommendations 1. Xinjiang Fried Rice Noodles😍: Chewy noodles, rich sauce, super tasty 2. Hand-pulled Lamb🥰: Tender meat, original flavor, a must-try delicacy 3. Yogurt Rice Dumplings😋: Sweet and sour, rich taste, love it🤤 Personal feelings Family, this 3-day family trip to Hami is like a wonderful adventure through history and nature🥰. From cultural exploration at Hami Museum, to historical retrospection at Hui Wang Mansion, from the sweet experience at Hami Melon Garden to the natural scenery of Barkol Lake🌈, the kids were full of surprises, their eyes filled with curiosity and love for the world. The featured food immersed our taste buds in a feast, each bite full of Hami’s unique charm😎. With a 1000 budget, we gained abundant joy and precious family memories. I believe if you come with your kids, you will also be deeply attracted by Hami’s charm and have an incredibly unforgettable time💕. Come to Hami and start your charming family trip! #HamiFamilyTrip #Hami3DayTour #XinjiangFamilyTravelGuide #FamilyTripTreasureSpot
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Posted: Jun 12, 2025
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