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When renting a car for a trip to Xinjiang, there are several points to note. Firstly, you must prepare well and establish an itinerary, then book your hotel accommodation as early as possible. As the tourist season in Xinjiang approaches, it is common for accommodations ranging from homestays to five-star hotels to be fully booked. Don’t think about arriving first and finding accommodation later. Some drivers may publish private car rental information online and claim to be able to help you create an itinerary and book hotels, but usually, they will breach the contract shortly before your arrival or transfer you to another driver. The potential safety hazard of renting a car directly from a driver lies in the lack of service guarantees during the itinerary. In case of disputes, you can only rely on your own luck.
Day 1: Urumqi – Burqin (via East Route 216 National Highway) Day 2: Burqin – Kanas (recommended to stay within the scenic area) Day 3: Kanas – Fish Viewing Terrace – Hemu
Day 4: Hemu – Colorful Beaches – Habahe
Day 5: Habahe – Ghost City – Kuitun
Day 6: Kuitun – Sayram Lake – Nalati
Day 7: Nalati – Bayanbulak
Day 8: Bayanbulak – Duku Highway – Urumqi’s Colorful Beaches
If you have 9 or 10 days, the itinerary can be designed a bit more leisurely, such as staying overnight at Sayram Lake or adding a visit to Karajun scenic spot. The most economically efficient itinerary for northern Xinjiang is 8 days, as it reduces the hotel and transportation costs by one day. However, the best recommendation is 9-10 days, which won’t be too tiring. If you have 11 to 15 days, you can plan a small loop trip covering both northern and southern Xinjiang. This loop covers the most representative tourist attractions in both northern and southern Xinjiang, and there is no backtracking throughout the journey.
The tickets for tourist attractions in Xinjiang are relatively expensive, and most tourist attractions have shuttle buses. The total price of tickets and shuttle buses for the Kanas scenic loop is around 900 yuan, and the total price of tickets and shuttle buses for the Ili Grassland scenic loop is around 700 yuan. Therefore, the total price of tickets and shuttle buses for the Northern Xinjiang scenic loop is approximately 1600 yuan.
The cost of a chartered car tour in Xinjiang is approximately the cost of renting a car. The cost of a chartered car tour in Xinjiang is relatively higher compared to other regions. The reason is very simple. Xinjiang has long distances, which increases costs. The price of a 7-seat business car is generally around 1200-1500 yuan. Business cars are spacious and comfortable, making them the best choice for leisure and vacationers. Ticket costs: The tickets for tourist attractions in Xinjiang are relatively expensive, and most tourist attractions have shuttle buses. The total price of tickets and shuttle buses for the Kanas scenic loop is around 900 yuan, and the total price of tickets and shuttle buses for the Ili Grassland scenic loop is around 700 yuan. Therefore, the total price of tickets and shuttle buses for the Northern Xinjiang scenic loop is approximately 1600 yuan. The hotel accommodation standards in Xinjiang are somewhat different compared to China, especially the accommodation standards within tourist attractions, which are relatively lower. However, the prices are not low at all, especially during the peak season in July, August, and September in Xinjiang. Within the Kanas scenic area, a hotel room that meets the standards of a three-star hotel costs around 800-1000 yuan per night, and a four-star hotel costs around 1500 yuan; whereas along the coast, a hotel room that meets the standards of a three-star hotel generally costs around 280-400 yuan per night. Therefore, when budgeting for accommodation expenses, it is more reliable to budget 200 yuan per day. Meal expenses: Xinjiang’s diet is mainly based on Chinese noodles, supplemented by beef, mutton, and lamb dishes, with a focus on flavor. The most common restaurant chains include cold noodles (also known as Ma Shi), cold buckwheat noodles, pilaf, meatball soup, etc. Generally, 20-25 yuan is enough to eat to one’s fill. Sichuan cuisine is also very common in Xinjiang, with an average consumption of around 30-50 yuan. The prices are too high, and they may not even be authentic. On the contrary, in the big cities or small counties along the coast that I have personally experienced, there are some local snacks and specialties that the drivers usually know about and can take you to taste. Fourth, when coming to Xinjiang for a chartered car tour, pay attention to several points: Plan your route in advance and book your hotel room in advance.
Carry your discounted and valid ID card with you. The discounts on tickets are still very attractive. The prices of tickets for tourist attractions in Xinjiang are expensive, but for children and the elderly, the discount range is relatively large.
With the gradual development of urban public transportation, when coming to Xinjiang for leisure and vacation, you can choose to take various first buses for complete self-service, and can choose to take a train or an airplane directly to the destination. But as mentioned before, "the most beautiful scenery in Xinjiang is all along the way", if you want to truly appreciate the beautiful scenery of Xinjiang, it is still recommended that you choose a chartered car tour!