Kanas three-day road trip guide
Kanas, located in the northern part of Xinjiang, China, is known as the "Wonderland on Earth", with magnificent natural scenery and rich ethnic culture. Here's a three-day road trip guide to help you get the most out of Kanas.
Day 1: Departure from Urumqi - Kanas**
Depart from Urumqi in the morning and head north along the northern slope of the Tianshan Mountains. Enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Tien Shan Mountains on the way, passing by beautiful grasslands and lakes. Expect to arrive in Kanas in the afternoon and check into a local inn or hotel.
In Kanas, you can visit Kanas Lake and enjoy the scenery of the lake and mountains; Take a boat trip to the mysterious "small island" in the lake; Visit a Tuvan village and learn about the local ethnic culture. In the evening, you can taste local food at the inn and feel the strong ethnic customs.
Day 2: Kanas In-Depth Tour**
In the morning, head to Kanas' iconic attraction, the Fish Viewing Platform. Here, you can overlook the whole view of Kanas Lake and feel the magnificence of nature. Next, visit the Jiadengyu alpine grassland to appreciate the vastness and tranquility of the grassland.
In the afternoon, drive to Baihaba Village, one of the most northwestern villages in China and known as the most beautiful village in China. Here, you can enjoy the primeval forests, streams, grasslands and snow-capped mountains, and feel the magic of nature. Return to Kanas in the evening.
Day 3: Kanas - Wucaitan - Urumqi**
In the morning, head to the colorful beach to admire the magic of nature. The colorful beach is illuminated by the sun, showing a variety of colors, which is very spectacular. Here you can take some beautiful **.
In the afternoon, the journey back to Urumqi began. Along the way, you can once again enjoy the scenery of the northern slope of the Tien Shan Mountains. It is expected to arrive in Urumqi in the evening.
This guide is just a reference, and the specific itinerary needs to be adjusted according to your actual situation and interests. During the self-driving trip, pay attention to safe driving and abide by local traffic rules; At the same time, pay attention to the protection of the environment, do not litter, and make our trip a green trip. In Kanas, you can also try some outdoor activities such as hiking, photography, and horseback riding, but be aware of safety and local outdoor regulations. Have a great trip to Kanas!