New Year in Northern Xinjiang - Urumqi Travel Guide for Seniors

New Year trip is here! A must-see 8-day travel guide for seniors in Northern Xinjiang, including Sayram Lake, Tianchi Lake, and Kanas. Pure sightseeing without shopping, a relaxing and enjoyable itinerary!
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🚩Route suggestion: Urumqi in-depth tour
Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi
Depart from all over the country, enjoy 24-hour airport pick-up service upon arrival in Urumqi, and start a city walk in Urumqi.
Day 2: Desert and lake tour
Gurbantunggut Desert -> Karamay Desert Park -> Ulungur Lake Park, cross the desert and lake in one day, and experience the wonderful changes of nature.
Day 3: Poetic residence in Hemu
Hemu Scenic Area -> Hemu Grassland -> Birch Forest Area -> Hemu Bridge -> Hemu Aid Bridge, stroll in the natural scenery of Hemu, and feel the tranquility and harmony of nature.
Day 4: Mysterious journey to Kanas
Hemu Viewing Platform -> Kanas Scenic Area -> Kanas Lake, climb the viewing platform to look into the distance, then go deep into the Kanas Scenic Area to explore the mysterious beauty of Kanas Lake.
Day 5: Visit the Ghost City
World Ghost City -> World Ghost City - Sphinx -> Tianma Longxiao -> Father of the Earth, feel the magic of nature and appreciate the unique landform of the Ghost City.
Day 6: Sayram Lake tour
Sayram Lake -> Sayram Lake Point General Platform -> Moon Bay -> Kele Yongzhu -> West Sea Grassland, tour around the lake and enjoy the changing scenery of Sayram Lake.
Day 7: Tianchi Lake tour
Tianchi Lake -> Dinghai Shenzhen, feel the magnificence of the mountains and the clarity of the lake at Tianchi Lake, and explore the legendary story of Dinghai Shenzhen.
Day 8: Goodbye Urumqi
End the pleasant journey, enjoy the drop-off service, and look forward to meeting again next time.
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Tips:
🎉 Customs: Xinjiang has a diverse culture, respect local customs, especially in religious places~
🎁 Specialty prices: Xinjiang dried fruits, handicrafts, etc. are very popular, compare prices from several stores when buying.
🍽️ Must-try food: lamb skewers, roasted whole lamb, big plate chicken, and rich sour milk, don't miss it!
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Urumqi, a place you don't want to leave once you come, look forward to your next visit to explore more beautiful scenery!