When traveling from Yinchuan to Xinjiang, the recommended route is to follow G7 Beijing-Xinjiang Expressway all the way west. This is a route with a shorter distance and diverse scenery along the way, which is very suitable for self-driving travel.?
Specific itinerary planning can refer to the following scheme:?
Day 1: Depart from Yinchuan and drive along G7 Beijing-Xinjiang Expressway for about 140 kilometers to arrive at Zhongwei City in Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. Zhongwei City is an important transportation hub in Ningxia and also the starting point for traveling to the west. You can take a short break here and taste local cuisine such as Zhongning wolfberry and Shapotou mutton.?
Or, Day 1: Depart from Yinchuan and drive along G18 Rongwu Expressway for about 4 hours to arrive at Alxa Left Banner to experience desert landforms and rich cultural heritage, such as the Alxa Left Banner Museum and Badain Jaran Desert.?
The next itinerary can sequentially pass through Jiuquan, Jiayuguan, Dunhuang, Hami, Turpan, and other places. Each place has unique scenic spots and cuisines worth visiting. For example, in Jiuquan, you can visit the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, Jiuquan Museum, and Han Great Wall Site; in Jiayuguan, you can visit Jiayuguan City Tower and the Wei-Jin Tomb Mural Museum; in Dunhuang, you can visit Mogao Grottoes, Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Moon Spring; in Hami, you can taste Hami melons and visit the Tomb of the King of Hami; in Turpan, you can visit Flaming Mountain, Grape Valley, and taste grilled mutton skewers, big plate chicken, and other delicacies.?
In addition, you can also choose to visit some famous scenic spots in Northern Xinjiang, such as General Mountain Forest Park, Jadinyu Kazak Ethnic Village, and Wulasitai Mountain Pasture, to experience different natural scenery and national cultures.?
During the trip, it is necessary to pay attention to carrying necessary items such as ID cards, driver’s licenses, vehicle licenses, border defense certificates (required by some scenic spots), etc., and pay attention to the weather and road conditions along the way to ensure the safety and smoothness of the trip.?
The above are some suggestions and plans for traveling from Yinchuan to Xinjiang, hoping to provide help for your trip.?