There are multiple options for travel routes from Wuhan to Xinjiang. Here are a few recommended routes:
I. Central Route
This route passes through multiple historic and cultural cities, offering a rich variety of natural scenery and cultural landscapes. The specific route is: Wuhan → Zhengzhou → Xi’an → Tianshui → Lanzhou → Jiayuguan → Dunhuang → Turpan → Urumqi.
This route totals approximately 4,000 kilometers, with attractions along the way including East Lake Scenic Area, Yellow Crane Tower, Shaolin Temple, Terracotta Army, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Maiji Mountain Grottoes, White Pagoda Mountain Park, Jiayuguan Great Wall, Mogao Grottoes, Mingsha Mountain Crescent Moon Spring, Flaming Mountain, Grape Valley, and Tianshan Heavenly Lake.
II. Western Route
This route crosses multiple provinces, allowing you to experience different regional customs and natural landscapes. The specific route is: Wuhan → Changsha → Guiyang → Chongqing → Chengdu → Lhasa → Hetian → Korla → Urumqi.
This route totals approximately 4,500 kilometers, with attractions along the way including Orange Island, Yuelu Mountain, Qingyan Ancient Town, Qianling Mountain Park, Hongya Cave, Yangtze River Cableway, Temple of Marquis, Du Fu’s Thatched Cottage, Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Niya Ruins, Damagou Thousand Buddha Grottoes, Bosten Lake, and Tianshan Heavenly Lake.
III. Self-drive Tour Routes
For travelers who enjoy self-drive tours, you can choose to depart from Wuhan and travel via the Beijing-Hong Kong-Macao Expressway (G4) to connect with the Lianho-Urumqi Expressway (G30), or take the Shanghai-Chengdu Expressway (G42) to transfer to the Lanzhou-Xinjiang Expressway (G30) to reach Xinjiang.
The benefit of a self-drive tour is that you can freely arrange your itinerary, stop along the way to enjoy the scenery, and experience local cuisine and culture. For example, you can choose to visit Jiangbulake and Changji in Hami, then head to Kuitun, the Hundred-Mile Gallery at the northern section of the Duku Highway, Yining, and finally arrive in Urumqi.
Regardless of which route you choose, it is recommended to plan your trip in advance, understand the attractions, accommodations, and dining options along the way. Meanwhile, pay attention to safety and health during the trip to ensure a pleasant journey.