There are multiple options for travel routes from Zhengzhou to Xinjiang. Below are two main self-drive routes and recommended attractions along the way:?
Northern Route: Starting from Zhengzhou, passing through Sanmenxia, Yan’an, Yinchuan, Lanzhou, Zhangye, Jiayuguan, Dunhuang, Hami, Turpan, and finally arriving in Urumqi. The total distance is approximately 2,974 kilometers, with an estimated driving time of about 32 hours and 53 minutes.?
. Along the way, attractions include the Terracotta Army, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and Muslim Quarter in Xi’an; Zhongshan Bridge, sheepskin rafts on the Yellow River in Lanzhou; Danxia landform in Zhangye; Mogao Caves, Mingsha Mountain, and Crescent Moon Spring in Dunhuang; as well as Hami Ancient City, Hami Prince’s Mansion, Flaming Mountain, Grape Valley, and Karez Wells in Turpan.?
Southern Route: Starting from Zhengzhou, passing through Wuhan, Changsha, Chengdu, Xining, and finally arriving in Urumqi. The total distance is approximately 3,900 kilometers. The journey is long but the scenery is beautiful.?
. This route will cross multiple provinces, allowing you to experience different regional customs.?
When choosing a route, one can comprehensively consider factors such as personal preferences, time arrangements, and road conditions. Meanwhile, during a self-drive travel, it is important to drive safely, make reasonable arrangements for the itinerary, and ensure a pleasant journey.?