You can choose to travel to southern Xinjiang from Chongqing by self-driving or plane to explore its magnificent scenery and unique customs.?
If you choose a self-driving tour, you can depart from Chongqing and pass through Sichuan, Gansu, Qinghai, and other places before finally arriving in Xinjiang. Among them, the must-visit attractions in southern Xinjiang include Hami’s Da Hai Dao (Great Sea Road), Grape Valley, Flaming Mountain, and Kumtag Desert, where you can deeply explore the customs of the Western Regions. In addition, the Duku Highway and Yizhao Highway are also routes that cannot be missed for self-driving tours, offering spectacular natural scenery along the way.?
. For a self-driving tour, you need to prepare sufficient necessary items, such as vehicle maintenance, navigation equipment, emergency medications, etc., to ensure the smoothness and safety of the journey.?
If you choose to go by plane, you can fly directly from Chongqing to Urumqi and then rent a car or charter a vehicle to various places in southern Xinjiang. In southern Xinjiang, you can visit attractions such as Tianshan Tianchi Lake, Sayram Lake, and Princess Jieyou Lavender Manor to experience the unique charm of Xinjiang. In addition, you can also taste local cuisine such as mutton skewers, big plate chicken, and hand-grabbed rice to appreciate Xinjiang’s food culture.?
No matter which way you choose to get to southern Xinjiang, you need to plan and prepare your itinerary in advance. It is recommended to understand the local weather, transportation, accommodation, and other conditions in advance and make reasonable arrangements for the itinerary to ensure a pleasant and smooth journey. At the same time, you should also pay attention to protecting the local environment and culture and practice civilized tourism.?
During your trip to southern Xinjiang, you can also consider participating in some local activities or experiences, such as camel trekking across the desert, visiting traditional Uyghur villages, and learning to make Xinjiang’s specialty dishes, to gain a deeper understanding of the local culture and lifestyle. These unique experiences will become unforgettable memories of your southern Xinjiang journey.?