Xinjiang in March: Encountering the Dreamland of Ice, Snow and Early Spring

Who dares to say that March is the off-season for tourism? Spring in Xinjiang is quietly coming with a light snow. The glaciers are still magnificent, and the apricot blossoms are already in bloom. Come and save this great guide to a place with few people and beautiful scenery. Duration of the trip: 5 to 7 days. Expense: Half price for air tickets and hotels in the off-season! You can enjoy the fun for only 3k per person [Must-visit attractions] Sailimu Lake blue ice wonder The "Last Tear of the Atlantic" in March is so beautiful that it makes people intoxicated! The bubble ice sparkles like broken diamonds in the sun. Using a drone to take photos of the ice cracks, it feels like being on an alien planet (wearing a white coat is perfect for taking photos!) Yili Xinghuagou The pink flower sea storm is coming! Ten thousand mu of wild apricot forests spread from the river valley to the waist of the snow-capped mountains. It is recommended to go there to take pictures at sunrise. The morning mist and the sea of ​​flowers are intertwined, just like the scene in "Three Lives Three Worlds" (the peak flowering period will arrive at the end of March) Nalati Grassland Take an off-road vehicle to break into the secret realm of the snowfield! Smoke rises from the Kazakh yurts, and the chance of encountering a little fox is high (remember to wear sunglasses to prevent snow blindness) Kazanqi Folk Village Uyghur alleys full of Moroccan style! Buy a cup of handmade yogurt and sit in front of the blue wooden door. The moment when a flock of pigeons fly by, you can capture it and it will look like a movie. [Recommended Xinjiang Food] Crispy baked buns baked in a naan pit Freshly slaughtered lamb stewed in clear water at herdsmen’s homes Old cream ice cream and apricot jam at Yili Night Market Hidden way to eat: pilaf with kava honey beer [Tips for dressing in Xinjiang] Onion-style dressing: thin sweater + down vest + windproof jacket Must-have items: waterproof Martin boots/bright scarf/wool hat Little trick: ethnic earrings + red makeup Precautions: The temperature difference between day and night is large (-5~15), so be prepared with enough hot packs Some scenic spots require a border pass (contact the travel agency in advance) Recommend charter tour! Driving in the snow is risky Recommended lazy routes: D1 Urumqi-International Grand Bazaar D2 Sailimu Lake Ring-Guozigou Bridge D3 Narat Sky Grassland-Horseback Riding Adventure D4 Kazanqi-Liuxing Street Afternoon Tea Time D5 Turgen Xinghuagou-Picnic Photography Tour D6 Return (bring two boxes of raisins as souvenirs!) Photography props list: Ethnic carpet, INS style camping chair, retro lantern Hollow straw bag, transparent umbrella (photographing falling snow is super dreamy) Sisters, come to the comment section to leave a message for a trip that you can take on a whim! The spring in Xinjiang is full of infinite charm, the ultimate experience of traveling in March, the new beginning of niche travel, the stunning scenery along the way, the healing and charming views, and the unique charm of Altay tourism.