Starting from Nanjing to travel to southern Xinjiang, here are some key travel information and suggestions:?
1. Itinerary planning and route:?
The straight-line distance from Nanjing to southern Xinjiang is approximately 3481 kilometers?
, although the actual self-driving itinerary may be adjusted according to road conditions and specific attractions.?
You can choose self-driving travel, such as referring to a certain traveler’s 17-day self-driving itinerary?
, passing through Luoyang in Henan, Xianyang in Shaanxi, Zhongwei in Ningxia, Wuwei in Gansu, and finally entering Xinjiang.?
You can also choose to take the high-speed rail or plane to Urumqi first, and then start an in-depth tour of southern Xinjiang?
2. Accommodation recommendations:?
During your trip in southern Xinjiang, there are multiple accommodation options, such as Kashgar Changliu Homestay, Taxkorgan County Yunzhong Grand Hotel, Hotan Ji Hotel, etc.?
, which can be selected according to personal preferences and budget.?
3. Tourist attractions and activities:?
Southern Xinjiang has many tourist attractions, such as the Gate of the Desert, Sleeping Poplar Forest Park, Yong’an Lake, and the 359th Regiment Colony Monument, etc.?
, and deeply experience the natural scenery and human history of southern Xinjiang.?
In Kumtag Desert, you can experience desert activities such as sandboarding and sand surfing, and feel the unique charm of the desert?
4. Transportation and costs:?
The cost of self-driving travel will vary based on factors such as fuel consumption, toll fees, accommodation fees, etc. It is necessary to plan the budget in advance.?
If choosing public transportation, the round-trip direct flight price from Nanjing to Urumqi is approximately 5000 yuan per person. Alternatively, you can choose a combination of high-speed rail and bullet train, with a total cost of approximately 1600 yuan per person for a one-way trip (including two nights’ accommodation in Lanzhou).?
5. Other suggestions:?
Before traveling, please be sure to check the vehicle condition to ensure safety.?
The climate and geographical environment of southern Xinjiang are relatively special. Please learn about and prepare corresponding clothing and equipment in advance.?
Respect local customs and religious beliefs to avoid unnecessary trouble.?
I hope the above information can be helpful for your trip to southern Xinjiang. Wish you a pleasant journey!?