Recommended self-driving travel routes in Xinjiang

If you want to experience the customs of the Western Regions, you must go to Xinjiang to experience the unique experience of wearing cotton-padded jackets in the morning and wearing gauze in the afternoon, eating watermelon around the stove, and take a look at the Kanas Lake Scenic Area Snow peaks, lakes, mountains and other natural landscapes, take a look at the historical and cultural relics such as Genghis Khan's Western Expedition Point, century-old rock paintings, feel the unique folk customs of the Uighurs, and taste the grapes from Turpan and the melons from Hami. A different kind of sweetness. Route Overview

Urumqi → Burqin → Kanas → Hemu → Karamay → Bole → Huocheng → Xinyuan → Bayingoleng → Duku Highway → Urumqi → Turpan → Urumqi D1 Urumqi Burqin

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

Colorful Beach (Burqin County) (more than 2 hours) → Burqin River Night Market (2 hours)

Colorful Beach (Burqin County)

When the sunset shines in the evening, the colors are gorgeous and fantastic, very spectacular

Burqin River Night Market

Burqin's most beautiful Famous Night Market Accommodation Guide

There are many hotels and guesthouses in Burqin County, as well as many family hotels, and the prices are relatively cheap, such as Shenxian Bay Hotel, Burqin Tourist Hotel, Shenhu Hotel, etc. Most of them are 180 yuan/room. D2 Kanas

Today’s highlight is to go to Kanas, a famous scenic spot in Xinjiang. The Kanas Lake Scenic Area has natural landscapes such as snow peaks, lakes, and mountains, as well as Genghis Khan’s Western Expedition. Historical and cultural relics such as Jiangtai, century-old rock paintings and Uyghur folk customs. It is recommended to hike the wooden boardwalk along the river to experience this paradise first hand

Kanas Lake (one day)

Kanas Lake

There is a clear mountain lake here , dense virgin forests, mysterious ancient villages, like a wonderland accommodation guide

Jiaden Valley is the base camp for accommodation 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. The surrounding supporting facilities are also relatively complete, so they usually choose to stay in Jiadengyu. However, the cost of accommodation in Jiadengyu is on the high side. D3 Hemu

If you didn’t have enough fun when you first entered Kanas? Then enter Kanas the second time! You can climb up to the fish viewing platform and overlook Kanas Lake. The Kanas Lake looks like a piece of color. Mottled emeralds, you can meet at the Hemu Observation Deck in the evening to overlook the panoramic view of Hemu Village. Tourists who like to take pictures of the starry sky should not miss it

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

Hemu Village

Climb the hill next to the village in the early morning to take a look at this primitive village that is better than a fairyland

Hemu Observation Deck

It is said that Genghis Khan once reviewed an army of 100,000 troops here. Now it is the best location for filming Hemu Village. Accommodation Guide

Hemu Village is like an inn supermarket, with various inns everywhere. , villa, accommodation is very convenient. The price is roughly between 100-200 yuan, and they usually come with a bathroom and regular supply of hot water. D4 Karamay

After leaving Kanas, we headed to Karamay City to visit the famous "World Devil City" Urho Devil City in China. After tens of millions of years of strong wind erosion, it has formed a magical wind Please remember to take anti-mosquito measures when visiting the city.

The World Devil City in Karamay City (more than 2 hours)

The World Devil City in Karamay City

"Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", "Seven Swords Down the Tianshan Mountains", Waiting for the movie to be shot here D5 Bole

Go to Sailimu Lake. Sailimu Lake is surrounded by mountains. It is said to be "the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean". Friends who have been here say that it is better than Namtso is even more beautiful. Coming here can bring back the youthful memories of "the setting sun and the solitary swan flying together".

Sailim Lake (one day)

Sailim Lake

The beautiful picture composed of snow-capped mountains, grasslands and blue lake water is a must-see when visiting Xinjiang One of the beautiful sights is D6 Huocheng

The Guozigou Bridge looks very majestic and majestic, and there is a designated viewing platform where you can experience its magnificence in person. Then we went to the Princess Jieyou Lavender Manor, known as the "Provence of China". It is also the main producing area of ??lavender in China and is an ideal place for taking pictures.

Guozigou Bridge (2 hours)→Princess Jieyou Lavender Garden (2 hours)

Guozigou Bridge

A magnificent scenery in Guozigou, the first in Xinjiang Cable-stayed Bridge, the First High Bridge

Princess Jieyou Lavender Garden

One of the best places to shoot lavender in Huocheng, there is also the Essential Oil and Lavender Knowledge Museum D7 Xinyuan Bayin Guoleng

Today we visited the Nalati Aerial Grassland, Bayinbuluke Wetland Grassland and other grasslands. This year’s "Flying Life" was filmed in the Nine and Eighteen Bends of Bayinbuluke, and it has gained a lot of popularity. improvement, but Sky Grassland is also very commendable.

Nalati Grassland (2 hours)→Aerial Grassland (2 hours)→Bayinbuluke Grassland (2 hours)

Nalati Grassland

Grassland The snow-capped mountains, wild flowers, forests and canyons are like a picture

Sky Grassland

Bayinbuluke Grassland

The grassland is surrounded by mountains, rolling hills and vast Interlaced with meadows, it is a favorite photography destination for photographers. D8 Duku Highway Urumqi

It would be a pity for self-driving enthusiasts to miss the Duku Highway. Many people are yearning for it. It is unique and can only be visited. Only those who have experienced this can understand! The highest point above sea level is about 3,700 meters. As long as you don’t do strenuous exercise, you will generally not experience severe altitude sickness. Finally, you will arrive in Urumqi.

Dushanzi Grand Canyon (2 hours)

Dushanzi Grand Canyon accommodation guide

If you like shopping, go to Erdaoqiao, where you can buy specialties from all over Xinjiang , and many imported products from Pakistan. The area is rich in landscapes, including Shaanxi Temple, the Autonomous Region Museum and other famous attractions. There are many hotels in this business district with a complete range of types, including budget accommodation, youth hostels, etc. D9 Turpan Urumqi

Today’s trip to Turpan, we first go to the Flame Mountain. The landmark here is a huge thermometer needle, and then go to Grape Valley to feel the cool world at the foot of the Flame Mountain. Uyghur grape culture. Then go to Karez Paradise, one of the three great buildings in ancient China, and finally return to Urumqi.

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

Flaming Mountain Scenic Area

The hottest place in China, a veritable "hot pole"

Turpan Grape Valley Scenic Area

You can watch Uighur dances while eating grapes

Turpan Karez Folk Garden

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

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