There are various options for traveling by car in Xinjiang, including tourist trains, coach buses, route buses, carpooling, and self-driving tours.?
Tourist Trains:?
New Oriental Express: Providing a luxurious travel experience, such as super-large compartments, private bathrooms, 24-hour hot water, etc. The itinerary covers many of the essential attractions in Xinjiang, such as Tianshan Heavenly Lake and Kashgar Old City. Departing from Urumqi on specific dates (such as March 29th), it heads to places like Taxkorgan County, with an itinerary of 11 days and a minimum price of 15,999 yuan per person.?
Tianshan Tourist Train: Combining tourist trains with tourism products, it provides an "all-inclusive" service, covering the panoramic views of both southern and northern Xinjiang. Operating from May to October, there are multiple departure dates to choose from, passing through popular attractions such as Tianshan Heavenly Lake, Kanas, and Sayram Lake.?
Coach buses and route buses:?
Coach buses: Tickets can be purchased through channels such as the Yili Prefecture Passenger Transport Terminal, with relatively cheaper prices but possibly fewer schedules.?
Route buses: Including 5, 7, and 9-seater vans or minibuses, the cost is slightly higher than that of coach buses, but there are more schedules. You can directly contact the driver or go to the passenger station to take the bus.?
Carpooling:?
Usually, it is a small car or taxi, which is more expensive but offers more flexible scheduling. If you arrange carpooling in advance, you can save time, and the driver will pick you up at the designated location.?
Self-driving Tours:?
Tourists can choose to rent a car for self-driving, such as renting a car in Bole to drive to Sayram Lake, with full insurance costs of about 1000 yuan per day, or choose other self-driving routes.?
Self-driving tours allow for more freedom to explore the beautiful scenery of Xinjiang, but attention should be paid to road conditions and safety.?
In addition, regarding the comfort of traveling by car, some suggestions mention that traveling in a large seven-seater MPV is more comfortable, with spacious and stable seating, suitable for long-distance travel in Xinjiang.?
In summary, there are various ways to travel by car in Xinjiang, and tourists can choose the appropriate mode of transportation according to their needs and budget.?