Recently, my boyfriend and I embarked on a journey to the captivating Xinjiang region, and upon our return, we were both deeply moved. 😢 As we returned from this journey, we stayed up late compiling an extensive travel guide for Xinjiang, filled with valuable lessons learned from our experiences. 😭
This guide covers transportation, attractions, accommodation, cuisine, tips to avoid common pitfalls, and money-saving strategies. ✈️
🛫 Regarding Transportation: For your first destination, choose to fly directly to Urumqi, reaching Urumqi Diwopu Airport. From there, you can take the airport shuttle bus, taxi, or subway to the city center. Alternatively, you can fly directly to Kashgar International Airport, with taxis and airport shuttles available to take you to downtown Kashgar. 💕
💡 Tips: It is recommended to fly directly to Urumqi as airfare is generally cheaper compared to other regions in Xinjiang. Most tour packages and self-drive car rentals depart from here.
💝 Recommended Itinerary: (10-Day Pure Play in Northern Xinjiang)
- D1: Warm Home – Urumqi – Hotel Pickup
- D2: Urumqi – S201 Desert Highway – Wulun Lake – Colorful Beach – Buerjin
- D3: Buerjin – Hemuqiao – Hemu Village – Hemu Starry Sky – Stay in Hemu
- D4: Hemu – Fish Viewing Pavilion – Shenxian Bay – Moon Bay – Wolong Bay – Stay in Jiadeng Valley/Kanas
- D5: Jiadeng Valley – Wuerhe Devil’s City – Wuerhe
- D6: Wuerhe – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Qingshui River
- D7: Qingshui River – Qiongkushitai – Stay in Tekes
- D8: Qiongkushitai – Nalati
- D9: Nalati – Northern Section of Duku Highway – Tangbula百里Gallery – Urumqi
- D10: Urumqi (Airport Dropoff) – Warm Home
⭕ Tips: As attractions in Xinjiang are widely scattered, for a hassle-free experience, you can join a reliable local tour group. A 10-day, 9-night tour costs just over 💰5000, including transportation, accommodation, and guided services. Meals are not included, but other expenses are covered. This way, you can focus on enjoying the journey without worrying about logistics.
‼️ Suggestions for Your Trip:
- Always carry your ID with you as security checks in Xinjiang are strict.
- Some areas in Xinjiang have poor signal reception, so it’s advisable to carry some cash.
- Book your airfare early, about a month before your trip, and keep an eye out for discounts.
- Prepare for significant temperature differences and strong UV rays. Bring both warm and light clothing, as well as sunscreen.
- Remember that there is a 2-hour time difference between Xinjiang and the mainland. Pack some snacks to avoid hunger while traveling.
- If you plan to visit border areas, make sure to apply for a border pass at your local public security bureau in advance.
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