Xinjiang Bayingolin—The largest prefecture-level administrative region in China, integrating desert, lakes, poplar forests, and grasslands. Explore the Bosten Lake wetland, traverse the Taklamakan Desert, and feel the diverse ethnic cultures.
Prefecture capital, Home of Fragrant Pears
Tarim Poplar Forest Park
Lop Nur Village
Location of the Ancient Loulan City
Home of Jade
Bayanbulak Grassland
Golden Beach Scenic Area
Bosten Lake Main Scenic Area
Hui Culture Center
Visit the West Fortress Pearl Bosten Lake, explore millennia-old poplar forests, visit desert Lop Nur people, taste Mongolian cuisine, and feel the blend of diverse cultures
Arrive in Korla, head to Bosten Lake Scenic Area, take a boat tour of the Lotus Sea World, visit the Fishing Port Wharf, and taste lake-fresh delicacies.
Head to the Tarim Poplar Forest Park in Luntai County, admire the poplar wonder that "lives for a thousand years without dying," and experience self-driving on the Desert Highway.
Visit the Lop Nur Village in Yuli County, learn about the culture of the "Last Lop Nur People," and experience camel riding in the desert.
Head to the Bayanbulak Grassland in Hejing County, admire the beauty of the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns, and watch birds at Swan Lake.
Visit the Tiemenguan Pass scenic area in Korla, tour the fragrant pear plantation, and taste authentic Korla fragrant pears.
Head to Qiemo County to visit the jade mine, learn about the history of Hetian jade mining, and tour the Desert Park.
Tour the Yanqi Hui People Snack Street, taste Hui cuisine, and return in the afternoon based on your flight/train schedule.
A traditional Mongolian dish. Selected lambs are roasted until the skin is crispy and the meat is tender, representing the highest etiquette for entertaining distinguished guests.
Featuring specialty fish from Bosten Lake, including Wudahei and lake shrimp, prepared through various cooking methods for an exceptionally fresh taste.
A traditional Lop Nur cooking method. Fish is skewered on red willow branches, sprinkled with salt and spices, and grilled over firewood from poplar trees in the desert.