Recommended routes for self-driving tours in Xinjiang

If you want to experience the customs of the Western Regions, you must go to Xinjiang and experience the different feelings of wearing a cotton-padded jacket in the morning, wearing a gauze in the afternoon, and eating watermelon around the fire. Take a look at the natural landscapes such as snow peaks, lakes and mountains in the Kanas Lake Scenic Area, take a look at the historical and cultural relics such as Genghis Khan’s Western Expeditions and century-old rock paintings, feel the unique folk customs of the Uyghurs, and taste the grapes from Turpan and Hami. The melon is not as sweet as it is different.

Route Overview

Urumqi Burqin Kanas and Karamay Bolehuocheng Xinyuan Bayingoleng Duku Highway Urumqi Turpan Urumqi

D1 Urumqi Bur Jin

Although the drive from Urumqi to Burqin feels a bit long, the beautiful scenery on the way will not disappoint you. On the way, you can cross part of the Junggar Basin and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the colorful river banks and the opposite valley. You can go to Burqin Night Market in the evening, where there are many local snacks.

Rainbow Beach (Burqin County) (more than 2 hours) Burqin Hedi Night Market (2 hours)

Rainbow Beach (Burqin County)

Every When the sun sets in the evening, the colors are gorgeous and fantastic, very spectacular.

Burqin Hedi Night Market

The most famous night market in Burqin

Accommodation guide

There are many hotels in Burqin County, which is suitable for families There are more hotels and the prices are cheaper. Shenxian Bay Hotel, Burqin Tourist Hotel, Shenhu Hotel, etc. Most are around 180 yuan.

D2 Kanas

The highlight of today is to visit the famous scenic spot in Xinjiang - Kanas. The Kanas Lake Scenic Area has natural landscapes such as snow peaks, lakes and mountains, as well as historical and cultural relics such as Genghis Khan’s Western Expeditions, century-old rock paintings, and Uyghur folk customs. It is recommended to walk along the wooden boardwalk along the river to experience this paradise on earth.

Kanas Lake (one day)

Kanas Lake

There are clear mountain lakes, dense virgin forests, mysterious ancient villages, like wonderland.

Accommodation Guide

Jiadenyu is the accommodation base in Kanas, and the accommodation conditions are very mature. There are all kinds of villas and wooden houses, which can basically satisfy travelers of different consumption levels, and the surrounding facilities are also relatively complete. Generally, I choose to stay in Jiadengyu. However, the cost of accommodation in Jidenyu is on the high side.

D3 Hemu

What if you can’t get enough fun as soon as you enter Kanas? Then enter Kanas! You can climb to the fish viewing platform and overlook Kanas Lake, which looks like a mottled emerald. In the evening, you can gather at the Hemu Observation Deck to overlook the panoramic view of Hemu Village. Tourists who like to take pictures of the stars should not miss it.

Hemu Village (more than 2 hours) Hemu Observation Deck (2 hours)

Hemu Village

Climb up the hill next to the village early in the morning and take a look at this A village more primitive than fairyland.

Hemu Observation Deck

It is said that Genghis Khan once reviewed 100,000 heroes here. Now it is the best place to take photos of Hemu Village.

Accommodation Guide

Hemu Village is like an inn supermarket, with various inns and villas everywhere. Accommodation is very convenient. The price is roughly between 100-200 yuan, usually with a bathroom and regular supply of hot water.

D4 Karamay

After leaving Kanas, go to Karamay to check in at China’s “World Ghost Town” ghost town. After thousands of years of wind erosion, the unique windy city landform has been formed. Remember to take anti-mosquito measures.

Karamay World Ghost City (more than 2 hours)

Karamay World Ghost City

055-79000, "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", other movies are here Taken.

D5 Bole

Went to Sailimu Lake, surrounded by mountains. It is said to be "the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean". Friends who have been here say that this place is more beautiful than Namtso. Here you can find the childhood memories of "The Sunset Flying with Orphans".

Lim Lake (one day)

Salam Lake

The beautiful picture composed of snow-capped mountains, grasslands and blue lakes is one of the must-see scenic spots in Xinjiang one.

D6 Huocheng

The Guozigou Bridge looks majestic and spacious, with a designated viewing platform where you can experience its splendor in person. Then we went to the Princess Youjie Lavender Manor, known as China’s Provence. It is also the main producing area of ??lavender in China and an ideal location for taking photos.

Guozigou Bridge (2 hours) Tour Princess Lavender Garden (2 hours)

Guozigou Bridge

Guozigou is a magnificent landscape, one of the most important tourist attractions in Xinjiang The first cable-stayed bridge and the first high bridge.

Princess Youjie’s Lavender Garden

One of the best places to photograph lavender in Huocheng is the Essential Oil and Lavender Knowledge Museum.

D7 Xinyuan Bayingoleng

Today we visited Nalati Aerial Grassland, Bayinbulak Wetland Grassland and other grasslands. This year's "Seven Swords Down the Tianshan" is located in the Nine Winds and Eighteen Bends of Bayinbulak. Its popularity has been greatly improved, but the grassland in the sky is also worthy of praise.

Nalati Grassland (2 hours) Sky Grassland (2 hours) Bayinbuluke Grassland (2 hours)

Nanati Grassland

On the grassland The snow-capped mountains, wild flowers, forests and canyons are a picture scroll.

Sky Grassland

Bayinbuluke Grassland

Surrounded by grassland mountains, rolling hills and vast meadows, it is a favorite place for photography enthusiasts Photography destination.

D8 Duku Highway Urumqi

It would be a pity if self-driving enthusiasts miss the Duku Highway. Many people yearn for it. Its uniqueness can only be understood by those who have been there. Feel it! The highest point is about 3700 meters above sea level. As long as you do not do strenuous exercise, you will generally not suffer from severe altitude sickness, and you will finally arrive in Urumqi.

Dushanzi Grand Canyon (2 hours)

Dushanzi Grand Canyon

Accommodation Guide

I like to go shopping in Erdaoqiao. You can buy local specialties from all over Xinjiang there, as well as many imported products from Pakistan. The area is rich in landscape, with famous attractions such as the Shaanxi Temple and the Autonomous Region Museum. There are many hotels in this business district with a complete range of types. You can find economical accommodation, youth hostels, etc.

D9 Turpan Urumqi

Go to Turpan today, first go to the Flame Mountain. The landmark here is that you will see a huge thermometer setting sea needle, and then go to the Grape Valley to experience the cool world at the foot of the Flame Mountain and the Uyghur grape culture. Then we went to Karez Paradise, one of the three major buildings in ancient China, and finally returned to Urumqi.

Flaming Mountain Scenic Area (2 hours) Turpan Grape Valley Scenic Area (2 hours) Turpan Karez Folk Garden (2 hours)

Huoshan Scenic Area

China’s hottest A place worthy of the name "extremely hot"

Turpan Grape Valley Scenic Area

You can eat grapes while watching Uyghur dance.

Tulupan Karez Folk Garden

Xinjiang’s unique underground water conservancy project is known as the three major ancient projects in China along with the Great Wall and the Grand Canal.

Accommodation Guide

Recommended Erdaoqiao