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8-Day Tour of Altay Prefecture | Super Detailed Guide, No Missteps

Ladies! Want to experience the beauty of Xinjiang after a snowfall, with thousands of miles of ice? Altay Prefecture is the place to be! Xinjiang Dapanji (Big Plate Chicken), Irtysh River cold water fish feast, and Turpan's song and dance feast are waiting for you! Here's an 8-day travel guide, save it now! -- 🌟Itinerary Overview:🌟 DAY 1: Depart from Xi'an – Arrive in Turpan – Transfer to Ürümqi Depart from Xi'an, fly over mountains and rivers to arrive in Turpan, and experience your first impression of Xinjiang. Then transfer to Ürümqi to prepare for a wonderful journey. DAY 2: Explore the Wuerhe Devil City – Sunset at Five Colored Beach Explore the Wuerhe Devil City and experience the mystery and magnificence of nature. In the evening, move to Five Colored Beach to enjoy the splendid colors under the setting sun. DAY 3: Snow Scenery in Hemu Scenic Area Enter Hemu and explore the thousands of miles of ice after the snow. The beautiful scenery here is like a paradise under a photographer's lens, making people linger. DAY 4: Natural Wonders of Kanas Scenic Area Visit Kanas and immerse yourself in the beautiful scenery of the lake and mountains. Every scene is picturesque, making people marvel at the magical charm of nature. DAY 5: In-depth Tour of Koktokay Scenic Area Wander through Koktokay and experience the endless treasures of nature. Every scene here hides the secrets and stories of nature. DAY 6: Fairyland Journey to Tianchi Lake of Tianshan Mountains Climb to the top of the Tianshan Mountains and overlook the beautiful scenery of Tianchi Lake. It's like being in a fairyland, refreshing and making you forget all worldly troubles. DAY 7: Explore the Karez Irrigation System in Turpan – Exciting Trip to the Flaming Mountains Visit the Karez Well in Turpan and experience the wisdom of ancient water conservancy projects. Then head to the Flaming Mountains for an exciting adventure. DAY 8: Farewell to Turpan – Return to Xi'an Leave your last footprints in Turpan, and depart for Xi'an with full memories and gains, ending this unforgettable journey. -- Must-Visit Attractions: 1. 🌟Hemu Scenic Area🌟 Simple wooden houses are hidden in the valleys between the mountains, super ancient and quiet! The scenery of thousands of miles of ice after the snow is simply a photographer's paradise! 2. 🌊Kanas Scenic Area🌊 Want to explore the mysterious lake monster? Want to see the changing colors of the lake water? Kanas is waiting for you to uncover its secrets! 3. 🏔️Tianchi Lake of Tianshan Mountains🏔️ The reflection of Bogda Peak on the lake surface, surrounded by spruce trees, every step is a scene, as if stepping into a fairyland. 4. 🍁Koktokay Scenic Area🍁 Canyons, forests, and Shenzhong Mountain, the strange peaks and rocks here, and the golden autumn forests are intoxicatingly beautiful. 5. 🌈Five Colored Beach🌈 In the evening, the Five Colored Beach is filled with brilliant and fantastic colors, like nature's palette. -- Travel Tips: 📸 Must-Visit Photo Spots: Hemu Scenic Area in March, thousands of miles of ice after the snow, aerial photography of beautiful scenery, don't miss it! 🛍️ Local Specialty Knowledge: Xinjiang Dapanji (Big Plate Chicken), unique flavor, affordable price, take it home to share! 🍽️ Food Recommendations: Irtysh River cold water fish feast, Nine Bowls and Three Lines, authentic and delicious, don't miss them! 💡 Warm Reminder: The climate in Altay Prefecture is changeable, please bring warm clothes when traveling. -- 🎉Altay Trip, experience the charm of nature and the warmth of humanity, looking forward to you returning home with full memories and joy!🎉
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Posted: Mar 26, 2025
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