The most recommended route from Ningxia to Xinjiang is to head west along the G7 Beijing-Urumqi Expressway.?
This route is not only shorter in distance but also offers diverse scenery along the way, making it ideal for self-drive travel. The specific route is as follows: departing from Yinchuan, the capital of Ningxia, passing through Ejina Banner of Alxa League in Inner Mongolia, Jiuquan City in Gansu, Hami City and Turpan City in Xinjiang, and finally arriving in Urumqi City.?
In addition, some tourists choose to depart from Yinchuan, passing through Wuwei and Zhangye in Gansu Province, entering Xining in Qinghai Province, then passing through Golmud and Mangya, and finally entering Ruoqiang in Xinjiang, directly reaching the destination of Urumqi. This route is approximately 2700 kilometers long and is expected to take 4-5 days.?
Along the way, you can visit multiple attractions such as Ejina Banner’s Populus euphratica Forest, Badain Jaran Desert, Shapotou Scenic Area, Mogao Caves, Jiayuguan, and Flaming Mountain.?
In terms of itinerary preparation, it is recommended to conduct vehicle checks, purchase insurance, prepare sufficient supplies, carry communication tools and navigation equipment, and record emergency rescue contact information.?
The above route and attraction recommendations are for reference only. The specific itinerary needs to be adjusted according to personal interests and schedule.?