Cross the eastern gateway of Xinjiang and unlock Hami's treasure travel destinations

Stepping into Hami is like embarking on a fantastic adventure. Here, you can witness both the uncanny workmanship of the Yardang landforms and the historical accumulation of ancient ruins; you can encounter the romantic starry sky of the Gobi Desert, and experience the unique scenery of grassland and forest. Strolling through it, every landscape is like a carefully crafted work of art by nature and history, making people intoxicated.

Travel Guide

Route planning

• Day 1: Magic Lake - Yiwu Populus Euphratica Forest Scenic Area
Depart from Hami city in the early morning and go to Magic Lake to enjoy the magical color-changing lake view. Have lunch in Yanchi Town at noon, and go to Yiwu Populus Euphratica Forest Scenic Area in the afternoon, and return to Yiwu County for accommodation in the evening.

• Day 2: Gaojia Lake Wetland Scenic Area - Barkol Ancient City Scenic Area - Barkol Cultural Expo Park
Depart from Yiwu County early in the morning to Gaojia Lake Wetland Scenic Area, then go to Barkol Food Street to taste the food, and visit Barkol Ancient City Scenic Area and Barkol Cultural Expo Park in the afternoon. Stay in Barkol County in the evening.

• Day 3: Hami Pterosaur - Yardang Grand Seaway Scenic Area
After breakfast at the Pulei Sea Hotel, drive to the scenic area. You can visit according to the recommended route and return to the city for accommodation in the evening.

• Day 4: Zuo Gong Cultural Park - Hami City Cultural Expo Park - Hami King Scenic Area - Aletun Ancient Street
Visit the attractions in turn to experience the history and culture, and stroll along Aletun Ancient Street in the evening to experience the local customs.

Travel mode

Self-driving is recommended. The scenic spots are scattered. It is more convenient to drive an SUV or a four-wheel drive off-road vehicle. In particular, driving in the Grand Seaway Scenic Area requires a high-chassis vehicle. Download offline maps in advance.

Accommodation suggestions

In Yiwu County, you can choose Jinhuyang Hotel; in Barkol County, Pulei Sea Hotel or ecological wooden houses in Gaojia Lake Wetland Scenic Area are recommended; in Hami City, you can choose Hami Hotel.

Food recommendations

Yiwu County has roast whole lamb, special mixed noodles, etc.; Barkol County has mutton stewed pancakes, Barkol braised meat, etc.; Hami City has Yiloulan, Dongjiang Dapan Chicken, etc.

Kind tips

There is a large temperature difference between day and night in Hami, pay attention to "onion-style dressing"; bring sunscreen and moisturizing products; prepare spare tires and other tools for self-driving; do not cross the uninhabited area of the Grand Seaway by bicycle; protect the Populus euphratica forest ecology.