8 Days in Altay and Turpan: A Detailed Guide to Popular Attractions

Explore Altay and Turpan for the first time with this 8-day itinerary! Check out this detailed travel guide to make your trip even more exciting! -------- 🛤️ Itinerary: Day 1: Depart from Zhengzhou and arrive in Karamay/Wuerhe to start your Xinjiang trip! Day 2: Visit the Colorful Beach and experience the charm of nature's colors. Head to Hemu Scenic Area to enjoy the tranquility and harmony of nature. Day 3: Spend the whole day at Kanas Scenic Area and immerse yourself in this mysterious and beautiful land. Day 4: Visit the Sea Devil City Scenic Area and experience the unique geographical landscape. Watch the stunning "A Thousand Times in the Western Regions" performance in the evening and feel the charm of Western culture. Day 5: Visit Tianchi Lake and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the plateau lake. Day 6: Visit the Karez Heritage Area and learn about the ancient irrigation system. Head to the Flaming Mountains Scenic Area and experience the unique landforms and hot atmosphere of the filming location of "Journey to the West." Day 7: Depart from Urumqi, pass through Dushanzi City, drive along the spectacular Duku Highway, and finally arrive in Karamay. The one-way trip is about 420 km, and you can enjoy a 7-hour road trip. Day 8: End your pleasant trip to Xinjiang and return to Zhengzhou from Karamay. See you next time! -------- Travel tips: 🛫 Airport transportation: Altay Snow Capital Airport and Turpan Airport are far apart, so it is recommended to plan your transfer or ground transportation in advance. 📸 Photo spots: Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and Flaming Mountains are all beautiful places. Don't miss these photography spots! ❄️ January climate: Altay is cold in January, while Turpan is warm. Remember to prepare appropriate clothing for each place. 💧 Moisturizing: Both places are dry, so it is important to keep your skin hydrated. Bring a moisturizing spray with you. 🍽️ Local food: Hand-grabbed lamb and big plate chicken are must-tries in Altay, and the roast whole lamb in Turpan is also not to be missed! -------- Turpan is a mysterious and beautiful city waiting for you to explore more unknown scenery and stories! 🌟