Eight Recommendations for Domestic Winter Tourism Self-driving Routes: Appreciating the Beauty of China

Go on road trip is becoming more and more popular. With its characteristics of freedom, leisure and fashion, it has increasingly become a favorite way for tourists to travel. Even some travel agencies have begun to organize go on road trip. Then, find a route that suits you, then drive your own mount, or rent a satisfactory car, fully integrate into the outdoors and nature, and enjoy the infinite charm brought by self-driving.

The vast southern Xinjiang

Such a vast Yuan night-driving around southern Xinjiang.

Reason for selection: Along the Silk Road, there are Pamirs, camel bells swaying in the dust of Zhang Qian, and post stations bearing the years of ancient roads. With such a vast Yuan Ye and such beautiful scenery, you will really feel far away, magnificent and comfortable when driving. Southern Xinjiang is too big and the scenic spots are scattered. I don't know where is the best place to start. Starting from Urumqi, with Taklimakan Desert as the center, cross the Pamirs and travel around southern Xinjiang. Cross the "sea of death", see the Millennium monuments, visit "Bazaar" and "Mazar" and appreciate the ethnic customs.

Route: Urumqi-Hotan-Kashi-Aksu-Kuqa-Turpan.

Time: about 10 ~ 20 days.

Mileage: 5,000 kilometers

OK: The biggest cost of traveling in Xinjiang should be transportation. Because Xinjiang is so big, the average ticket price per person per day is more than 1 10 yuan.

Live broadcast: People who have never been to Xinjiang may think that southern Xinjiang is very hard, but it is not. For example, Urumqi has everything from guest houses to five-star hotels. Three-star hotels around 200 yuan, two-star hotels 100 yuan, guest houses around 40 yuan. There are also many hotels in Kuqa, Kashgar and Hotan. But remember, it's hot in summer in southern Xinjiang, so you must rent an air-conditioned room.

Gourmet: For people who love mutton, southern Xinjiang is a paradise. Xinjiang is the hometown of melons and fruits. Eating melons and fruits in Xinjiang is a great pleasure. Seasonal melons and fruits include watermelon, cantaloupe, peach, grape, flat peach, apricot, plum and pomegranate. Don't drink hot tea after eating these fruits, lest you have diarrhea. In addition, if you don't have an iron stomach, you'd better not eat snacks and homemade cold drinks in the market.

Sightseeing: Tourism in southern Xinjiang can be roughly divided into: Silk Road culture, ethnic customs, Taklimakan desert scenery and Pamirs scenery. The desert highway looks at the desert Populus euphratica, the Pamirs looks at the Tajik style of snow-capped mountains, Kashgar and Hotan look at the Uygur style, and Kuqa looks at the Silk Road monuments (Qiuci culture). Traveling in Xinjiang is more about experiencing the feeling of traveling. Perhaps reading ancient frontier poems before you leave will be of great benefit to your trip.

Shopping: Ingisha's famous knives, jade articles and handmade carpets in Hotan are all good gifts for friends. In addition, Kashgar has the largest variety of handicrafts and the lowest price. The most attractive thing is the musical instrument.

Southwest beauty

The mountains are divided into four seasons, and the miles are different. Sichuan and Yunnan are all beautiful-drive around the southwest.

Reason for selection: Southwest China is a treasure trove of geomantic omen, with huge economic potential, magnificent natural scenery, rich folk customs and mysterious colors. The climate here has the saying that "one mountain is divided into four seasons, and ten miles is different from the sky".

Route: Chongqing-Loushanguan-Guiyang-Liuzhou-Guilin-Beihai-Nanning-Duyun-Hongfeng Lake-Chongqing

Time: 10 days or so.

Mileage: 4,000 kilometers

Good: if you want to drive, you must have a road first. The completion of the southwest sea passage has given friends who like to go to southwest go on road trip another choice. In about nine days, we will start from Chongqing, pass through Loushanguan, Guiyang, Liuzhou, Guilin and Beihai, enjoy the beautiful scenery of Yintan, then return to Yaozhai and Camus Village, and finally return to Chongqing via Hongfeng Lake.

Live: It is recommended to bring a sleeping bag.

Gourmet: There are also many famous cuisines in the southwest of China. There are many dishes and seasonings, and most family dinners are economical. Known for its stir-fried, dry-roasted, dry-fried, spicy and fragrant folk dishes, it was rated as "unexpectedly expensive", "Sichuan style" and "eaten in mountain city (Chongqing)". Sichuan's beef omasum hotpot, Guizhou's sour soup dishes, and Yunnan's crossing the bridge rice noodles are all delicious foods that can't be missed.

Sightseeing: Dai Zhu Lou Cai, with the natural customs of Xishuangbanna as the background, sings and dances all over the Great Wall. Southwest folk dishes with unique Sichuan flavor as the banner and "Shancheng Hot Pot" as the representative have been brought to all corners of the country by hundreds of Wan Chuan Masako and Chuanmeizi.

Shopping: Southwest Four Musts: "Cloud smoke, expensive wine, Sichuan fruit, Tibetan medicine". Not only Maotai, Wuliangye, Huzhou Tequ, Jiannanchun, Quanxing Daqu, Dongjiu, Xijiu and other famous wines.

Sanya, Hainan

Coconut wind, sea breeze-Hainan tour

Reason for being selected: Sometimes people just need a sense of accomplishment to encourage themselves. You might as well go to Hainan Island, rent a car, start from Haikou and go all the way south. If you are a convertible, if you are not afraid of the sun, then like many MTV stars, you will drive through the coconut grove and feel the sea breeze by the sea.

Route: Haikou-Sanya-Tongshi-Wanning-Wenchang-Haikou

Time: about 5 days.

Ok: It's best to fill up the gas in Guangzhou to go to Hainan, because the road and bridge fees in Hainan are already included in the gasoline price. In addition, it is also cost-effective to take a ferry from Huangpu to Hainan. The transportation cost is only 775 yuan. Watch the sunset on the boat, then watch the sunrise, and then go to Hainan after a sleep. If you drive to Hainan by yourself, it will cost more than 800 yuan.

Gourmet: There are many tropical fruits in Hainan: coconut, mango, pitaya, rambutan, lotus and durian, which are guaranteed to feast your eyes. In addition, eating raw seafood is also a major feature.

Tour: Yalong Bay-Sanya is the best, with the cleanest water and the finest sand. Look at the sea, crabs, shells or diving. Shore diving is 248 yuan (net price 100 yuan), and ship diving is in 580 yuan (net price is within 200 yuan).

Live: Don't worry about accommodation in Hainan. There are more than 300 hotels on the island, with Haikou, Sanya and Xinglong being the most crowded. As low as 40% off-season

Shopping: Some people in Yalong Bay and Dadonghai sell handicrafts; There is a wholesale street of marine ornaments in Yuejin Street. Because it is difficult to distinguish between true and false, it is best not to buy pearl chains, crystals and tortoise shells, most of which are fakes; Bitter tea or personal letters can be taken to Hongqi Street; You can go to the first market (connected to Hongqi Street) to buy fruit. Pearl farms, crystal markets and teahouses are the best places for drivers to get kickbacks.

Sanya, Hainan is a pure Gannan.

The Source of Soul —— Gannan's Journey to West Sichuan

Reason for being selected: This place can make travelers find the temptation of trekking, writers find the rich mine of creation, and artists find the source of soul.

Route: Lanzhou-Linxia-Labrang Temple-langmusi-Zoige-Jiuzhaigou-Huanglong-Dujiangyan-Chengdu-Danba-Hailuogou-Chengdu

Time: 10 ~ 15 days

Mileage: 3,500 kilometers

Ok: the road from Lanzhou to Linxia is easy to repair, but the road condition is very poor after entering western Sichuan. Muddy in rain and snow. In Gannan and western Sichuan, public transportation is underdeveloped, and there are only shuttle buses between counties. Self-driving is the best way to travel here. In addition, there are wolves in Zoige grassland, so it is very dangerous to travel on the grassland in summer.

Accommodation: From Gannan to western Sichuan, accommodation is generally cheaper. Generally, the TV in a double room should not exceed 15 yuan/person. In some places, a bed costs only a few dollars a night, but the conditions are very general and the bathing conditions are very poor. Therefore, it is recommended to bring a sleeping bag in case of emergency. Living in Jiuzhaigou is very expensive. Generally, a quadruple room without TV costs several hundred yuan each.

Food: Lanzhou and Chengdu are famous all over the country. When we get there, the first task is to eat all the authentic food. After entering Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, such as Labrang Temple, Zoige and other places, the diet is generally Sichuan style, and you can eat enough at about 5 ~ 10 yuan. Beef and mutton are indispensable for grassland travel. I suggest you eat more fruits and less meat to prevent stomach upset. In addition, food in Jiuzhaigou is more expensive, so it is better to bring dry food.

Tour: The water in Jiuzhaigou Huanglong is not the most beautiful in the world, but it constitutes a fairy tale world here. Gannan grassland is not the widest, but it contains the most beautiful scenery on the grassland. Although the Tibetan customs in Aba are not unique, they have given birth to Buddhist shrines like Labrang Temple. Starting from Lanzhou, enjoy the characteristics of Gannan and northern Sichuan, and then approach the spectacular Dujiangyan project.

Reason for being selected: there are poems, literature, history and legends in the water town. Every water town, regardless of the size of Fiona Fang, has a long history, small bridges and flowing water, and rich cultural heritage. Every step of walking the streets and reading the city is a cultural journey. Occasionally, I will come to Jiangnan town on holidays or other opportunities, and soon I will walk into an ethereal enlightenment in the sound of boots stepping on the street stones after the spring rain.

Route: Shanghai-Jiaozhi-Tongli-Zhouzhuang-Nanxun-Wuzhen-Xitang-Shanghai

Time: about 6 ~ 10 days.

Mileage: 3000 kilometers

OK: Most of the scenic spots in the south of the Yangtze River are concentrated at the junction of Suzhou, Jiangsu and Zhejiang provinces. The distance between scenic spots is 60 ~ 70 kilometers at most. You can easily reach your destination from Beijing-Shanghai Expressway or Shanghai-Nanjing Expressway and Shanghai-Jiaxing-Hangzhou. The traffic in Jiangnan is developed, and the ancient towns are all asphalt roads. Due to the developed traffic economy in Jiangsu and Zhejiang, the traffic volume on the road is large, so special attention should be paid to safety.

Accommodation: Although the ancient town of Jiangnan is small, accommodation is very convenient. Three-and four-star hotels are generally between 300 and 400, which can offer seasonal discounts as low as half price, but it is difficult to reduce prices on Saturday, Sunday and holidays. There are also guest houses in the town that villagers can borrow. The price is 30 ~ 50 yuan.

Gourmet: Jiangnan has always been a land of fish and rice. No matter which ancient town, there are many restaurants of different grades. There are all kinds of fresh water on display in the store, but we must negotiate the price before eating to avoid unnecessary trouble.

Sightseeing: Most of the water towns in the south of the Yangtze River are now collecting tickets. It is recommended to buy a pass and visit according to the guide route of the ticket to save time. Small bridges and flowing water, cobblestone detours and narrow lanes, ancient houses in Ming and Qing dynasties and former residences of celebrities are naturally unnecessary. The most interesting thing is that many ancient towns still retain ancient workshops, such as local spinning workshops, brewing workshops, dyeing workshops, rotten workshops, Chinese medicine workshops, silk cotton workshops, blacksmiths and so on.

Shopping: Jiangnan area is the largest sericulture production base in China, and silk products should not be missed! In addition, Suzhou embroidery and blue calico are also handicrafts with local characteristics.

Towns in Loess Plateau

Huang's Root-seeking Journey —— A trip to Beijing, Shanxi and Shaanxi

Reason for selection: Since 1999, Beijing, Shanxi and Shaanxi have become the focus of go on road trip. This line runs through the whole thread of Chinese civilization from beginning to end. After Pingyao Ancient City, Qiao Family Courtyard, Hukou Waterfall, Dangjiazhai, An Ancient City, Huangling and Yan 'an, and finally back to Beijing, we can almost see the deduction and progress of the whole Chinese nation.

Route: Beijing-Taiyuan-Pingyao-Hukou -Xi 'an-Yan 'an-Taiyuan-Beijing.

Time: about 6 days.

Mileage: 2000 kilometers

Ok: The road surface of this route is good, but it is rather tortuous. Starting from the west, the scenery along the way is beautiful. When you see the local people, you will experience the local customs of a foreign land. The most exciting part of this trip is the hukou of the Yellow River. The thin momentum of the pound and the yellow fog flying in the air need to be carefully understood.

Accommodation: This is a well-developed tourist route, so there are all kinds of hotels with good conditions. In addition, it is also unique to experience the Qing Dynasty dwellings in Pingyao and the caves in Yan 'an.

Gourmet: The Loess Plateau is vast, sunny and rich in agricultural and forestry products. Shaanxi and Shanxi are famous for their pasta, and there are many kinds. Ordinary housewives can use wheat flour, sorghum flour, bean flour, buckwheat flour and oat flour to make dozens of kinds of pasta, such as Daoxiao Noodles, Lamian Noodles, Gepei noodles, earthen nests and enema. According to records, there are as many as 280 kinds of pasta in Shanxi.

Sightseeing: Carved beams and painted buildings in famous houses of Shanxi merchants, antique streets and lanes in Ming and Qing Dynasties, slender hukou waterfall, high loess slopes with thousands of valleys, winding Yellow River, Ansai waist drum in northern Shaanxi, famous revolutionary holy places and magnificent terracotta warriors and horses are all beautiful scenery that cannot be missed. meanwhile

Reason for selection: In fact, there are many beautiful scenery in the three northeastern provinces. Besides winter, there are still many places worth visiting in other seasons. It is definitely a good choice to experience Liaodong and coastal customs by car. Depart from Beijing, arrive in Shenyang via Beidaihe, Qinhuangdao, Xingcheng and Jinzhou, and then go to Buried Hill and Dalian. Along the way, you can enjoy the magnificence of the sea, the white walls and red tiles in the Liaohe Plain, and the romantic atmosphere in Dalian.

Route: Beijing-Beidaihe-Qinhuangdao-Shanhaiguan-Jinzhou-Shenyang-Anshan-Dalian-Tanggu-Beijing.

Time: about 5 days.

Driving distance: 2000 kilometers (excluding the distance from Dalian to Tianjin by boat)

Route: There are direct flights from expressway from Beijing to Shanhaiguan to Dalian, and the distance is less than1000km. From Dalian to Tanggu, it is even more special to be able to take a seagoing vessel with people and cars.

Accommodation: As Qinhuangdao and Dalian are both tourist cities, the tourist facilities are relatively in place. It is recommended to stay in these two cities as much as possible. In Qinhuangdao, there are many single-family cottages for rent, with complete appliances, about 400 ~ 500 yuan a day. It is a good choice for family outing.

Food: Eating some authentic seafood is essential for this coastal trip. Liaodong Peninsula, located on the border between China and North Korea, naturally has an authentic Korean flavor.

Sightseeing: Shanhaiguan, the first pass in the world, is the starting point on the east side of the Great Wall in Wan Li, and Qinhuangdao is the largest wine producing area in China. In recent years, Dalian's municipal construction has developed rapidly, with different architectural styles: ancient Roman pillar architecture, Russian ancient architecture (a Russian street), Baroque architecture, Japanese villa architecture (Nanshan tourist street) and China classical architecture.

Shopping: Seafood is a must for this seaside trip, such as pearls, hawksbill and dried starfish. They are all good gifts for relatives and friends. In addition, you can also buy some northeast specialties, such as ginseng, velvet antler, black fungus and so on.

Shaolin Temple, Red Beach, Liaohe, Henan Province

Approach the mother river and feel the pulse of the Yellow River. -Five days' drive.

Reason for being selected: Since ancient times, the Central Plains region has developed economy and wide roads, which can easily shuttle between neighboring cities. Although the economy here is no longer as brilliant as it used to be in history, the transportation is very convenient. You can drive to the Central Plains, get a panoramic view of the new city Zhengzhou, the ancient city Kaifeng, the ancient capital Luoyang, the Zhongyue Songshan Mountain and the Great Shaolin Temple, board the Yellow River levee, get close to the mother river, and feel the pulse of the Yellow River in the Central Plains.

Route: Zhengzhou-Kaifeng-Baima Temple-Longmen-Zhengzhou-Shaolin Temple-Zhengzhou-Huanghe-Zhengzhou

Time: about 5 days.

Mileage: 3000 kilometers

OK: There is a direct line from Beijing to Zhengzhou to expressway, which is less than 700 kilometers. There is expressway between the major tourist cities in Henan, which is very close and suitable for driving. But for expensive tolls, car owners should be fully prepared.

Accommodation: The scenic spots in various cities in Henan are very concentrated. If you hurry, one day will be enough. Accommodation in Zhengzhou is better and the price is cheaper. 1The mid-range hotels in 80 yuan are already very good.

Gourmet: Henan is not very particular about eating, and the taste is salty. Sometimes dozens of booths are lined up, which looks quite lively. Actually, this is fried jelly. Gourmets should be psychologically prepared, and they are likely to be hungry when they arrive at the scenic spots. It is suggested to buy five catties of apples from the supermarket and prepare them in the car before departure.

Tourism: Henan, located in the Central Plains, has many places of interest. As a descendant of the Chinese people, I will visit them all my life. Just listening to those place names has a strong sense of history, such as Fuxitai, Hulao Pass, Tangyin, Hehe and so on. Most importantly, you can get close to the Yellow River at zero distance!

Shopping: The border show in Kaifeng and the Tang Tri-color in Luoyang are all good things to consider. In fact, whether you like collecting stamps or not, it is also a good idea to buy some first-day covers of scenic spots with local postmarks.