Hemu: A Postcard-Perfect Paradise Beyond Just Good Food
by Yongzhe
Jul 19, 2025
3-Day Summer Fairy Tale Trip to Hemu, This Place Called "God's Private Garden" by National Geographic is Breathtakingly Beautiful!
❄️ Itinerary:
DAY1: Urumqi - Hemu Village
- Transportation tips: Recommended to charter a car or join a group tour (about 7 hours drive), the scenery along the way is super healing
- Stay in a Hemu log cabin: Remember to choose one with floor heating! At night, you can see the Milky Way right by the window🌌
- Dinner recommendation "Riverside Restaurant": Steaming local hotpot with milk tea is amazing
DAY2: In-depth Hemu Village Tour
⛄ Morning:
- Hike to Hemu Viewing Platform: The village covered in morning mist at sunrise is magical (arrive before 7:30)
- Walk through the birch forest: Every shot is postcard-worthy📸
⛄ Afternoon:
- Horseback riding: 150 yuan/hour, remember to bargain!
- Experience a horse-drawn sled: A favorite local transport
🍲 Dinner recommendation "Old Village No.1": Try the special nang-wrapped meat and air-dried meat
DAY3: Hemu - Return Trip
- Relax at the Snow Mountain Café: Sip hot latte while enjoying mountain views
- Buy souvenirs: Wild mushrooms and handmade cheese are worth bringing home
⚠️ Important tips:
1. Must wear sunscreen clothing and bring sunglasses
2. iPhone batteries drain easily
3. Swimming in the river is prohibited
4. Log cabins have poor soundproofing, bring earplugs
5. Bring two camera batteries
6. Mountain roads are rugged, not recommended for elderly travelers.
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