Traveling from Hefei to Yili, Xinjiang, you can choose various modes of transportation such as airplanes and self-driving. During the journey, you can enjoy magnificent natural scenery and experience rich national culture.?
Transportation modes:?
Airplane: You can fly directly from Hefei to Urumqi and then transfer to a car or train to Yili. The flight time from Hefei to Urumqi is about five hours. After arriving in Urumqi, it takes about eight hours by car to reach Yili City.?
Self-drive: Starting from Hefei, the self-drive route is about 3,400 kilometers long, passing through Anhui, Henan, Shaanxi, Gansu, Xinjiang, and other provinces. The specific route includes Hefei-G30 Expressway-Yili, Xinjiang. During the self-drive period, you can enjoy the natural scenery of the Loess Plateau, Tianshan Mountains, etc.?
Recommended travel routes and scenic spots:?
Sayram Lake: The lake water is clear and transparent, known as the "Last Drop of Tears from the Atlantic Ocean". It is a 5A scenic spot in Xinjiang and worth visiting.?
Guozi Valley Grand Canyon: A must-pass place to enter the Yili River Valley, with spectacular landforms.?
Nalati Grassland: As part of the Yili Grassland, Nalati Grassland boasts beautiful grassland scenery and rich folklore.?
Tekes Bagua City: An ancient city with a unique layout and exotic charm.?
Zhaosu Tianma Park: You can watch world-famous horse displays and equestrian performances. It is an excellent place to experience Xinjiang’s horse culture.?
Preparations before travel:?
Due to the dry climate and large temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang, it is recommended to bring enough clothing, especially thermal underwear, down jackets, etc.?
Sunscreen products such as sunblock, sunglasses, sun hats, etc. are also essential.?
At the same time, in order to cope with possible altitude sickness, it is also necessary to carry some anti-altitude sickness medications.?
Budget:?
The total cost of a self-drive trip is approximately 10,000-15,000 yuan, including fuel costs, toll fees, accommodation fees, dining fees, and other expenses.?
The cost of choosing other transportation modes such as airplanes will vary depending on flight prices, accommodation standards, etc.?
During the trip, you can not only enjoy the charming natural scenery but also taste authentic Xinjiang cuisine, such as roasted whole lamb and hand-grabbed rice, allowing your taste buds to enjoy the ultimate experience.?
. At the same time, it is important to pay attention to safety and comfort during the trip, arrange accommodation and itinerary in advance, and ensure a pleasant journey.?