Xinjiang Northern Circuit 12-Day Itinerary

Local Tips for Exploring Northern Xinjiang Northern Xinjiang Circuit Guide: Experience the Majestic and Gentle Beauty of Xinjiang in One Trip Visiting Xinjiang is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and Northern Xinjiang is undoubtedly a dream destination you cannot miss! Here, you'll find vast grasslands, gem-like lakes, mysterious forests, and exotic towns. Here's a super detailed guide to the Northern Xinjiang Circuit to help you embark on an unforgettable journey! Northern Xinjiang 12-Day Itinerary (Kanas + Ili + Duku Highway) Day 1: Various locations - Urumqi Day 2: Urumqi - S21 Desert Highway - Ulungur Lake - Altay Day 3: Altay - Baihaba - Kanas Day 4: Kanas Lake - Three Bays Hiking - Hemu Village Day 5: Hemu Village - Five-Colored Beach - Burqin Day 6: Burqin - Ghost City - Kuytun/Dushanzi Day 7: Kuytun/Dushanzi - Sayram Lake - Lavender Fields - Yining Day 8: Yining - Xiata Ancient Trail - Tianma Bath River - Tekesi Day 9: Tekesi - Kalajun Grassland - Nalati Town Day 10: Nalati Town - Nalati Air Grassland - Bayinbuluke Day 11: Bayinbuluke - Duku Highway - Urumqi Day 12: Urumqi - Various locations