Before we left, I was actually a little worried: traveling such a long distance and spending so much time on the road with the elderly and children—wouldn’t it be exhausting? As it turned out, my worries were unfounded.

The kids had the most fun on this trip. They ran wild on the grasslands, chased little animals, and didn’t want to leave at all. Our family also took some group photos against the backdrop of snow-capped mountains and grasslands—every single one is worth cherishing. The elderly in our family were very satisfied as well. The driver took special care of them; whenever the drive got long, he would proactively find places for us to rest—he was incredibly thoughtful. The scenery in Xinjiang was simply breathtaking: Kanas, Hemu, Lake Sayram, and Nalati—snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and lakes all in one go. There was so much to see, I couldn’t take it all in.

The food is another shared memory for our whole family. The grilled meat was generous and flavorful, and the noodle dishes were filling. The biggest surprise was the fruit—watermelon, Hami melon, and grapes were so sweet and juicy that the kids had several servings every day.

Here are a few tips for friends planning to take their families there: Fall is the best time to visit—the weather is great and the fruit is in season—but it’s also peak season, so be sure to plan ahead. There’s a big temperature difference between day and night, so bring a light jacket for the elderly and children; The drive is quite long, so bring motion sickness medication, neck pillows, and snacks; the grasslands and lake shores can be slippery, so make sure everyone in the family wears comfortable, non-slip shoes.

Overall, the whole family was very satisfied with this trip. VisitCNVoyage’s arrangements were well-thought-out—they knew we were traveling with the elderly and children, so they specially adjusted the itinerary to accommodate the seniors while ensuring the kids had a great time. The entire trip was truly enjoyable!