The Top Travel Routes of China Self-Driving

Explore your dream self-driving tour in China! Whether you envision cruising Chinese roads in your car or camper van, embarking on a journey from Mongolia to Nepal with complete autonomy, riding from Kyrgyzstan to Laos on your motorcycle, or simply exploring the country with a rented vehicle, our China Roads advisors are here for you. We specialize in crafting personalized itineraries and assisting with Chinese driving license applications. Contact us today for more details about self-driving tours in China. Below are some customizable tour examples to inspire your adventure.
Here are some of the top travel routes in China for self-driving enthusiasts:

1. Beijing to Zhangjiakou (G6 Expressway)
   • Known for its scenic landscapes and historical significance, this route was a key part of the 2022 Winter Olympics.
2. Shanghai to Hangzhou (G60 Expressway)
   • A popular route for city escape, offering a blend of urban sights and picturesque countryside along the Qiantang River.
3. Guangzhou to Guilin (G75 and G72 Expressways)
   • Famous for its karst mountains and Li River scenery, this route showcases some of China’s most iconic landscapes.
4. Chengdu to Jiuzhaigou (Sichuan Provincial Roads)
   • Known for its breathtaking natural scenery, including the Jiuzhaigou Valley and Huanglong National Park.
5. Xi’an to Luoyang (G30 Expressway)
   • Offers a journey through ancient Chinese history, with stops at the Terracotta Warriors and Longmen Grottoes.
6. Yunnan Province Circuit (G56 Expressway and provincial roads)
   • Includes routes from Kunming to Dali, Lijiang, Shangri-La, and Xishuangbanna, showcasing diverse landscapes from mountains to tropical forests.
7. Silk Road Route (G30 and G312 Expressways)
   • From Xi’an to Xinjiang, passing through historical Silk Road cities like Dunhuang, Turpan, and Kashgar, with desert and oasis landscapes.
8. Eastern Tibet and Sichuan-Tibet Highway
   • Known for its high-altitude adventure, passing through breathtaking landscapes like snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and Tibetan villages.
9. Hainan Island Circuit
   • A coastal drive around the tropical island, featuring beaches, rainforests, and cultural attractions like ancient towns and temples.
10. Inner Mongolia Grasslands and Desert Route
    • Explores the vast grasslands, sand dunes, and desert landscapes, offering a unique nomadic culture experience.

These routes not only offer diverse scenery but also showcase the rich cultural and historical heritage of China. Each route provides a unique experience, whether you’re interested in ancient history, natural landscapes, or cultural immersion.

Here are the detailed itineraries for self-driving tours across China based on your request:

1. Cross China from Horgos to Mohan via Chengdu City (22 days)

• Route: Horgos – Urumqi – Turpan – Dunhuang – Jiayuguan – Zhangye – Lanzhou – Xi’an – Chengdu – Kunming – Mohan
• Highlights: Silk Road cities, desert landscapes, historical sites, Sichuan scenery, Yunnan’s diverse landscapes.

2. Cross China from Mohan to Horgos via Chengdu City (22 days)

• Route: Mohan – Kunming – Chengdu – Xi’an – Lanzhou – Zhangye – Jiayuguan – Dunhuang – Turpan – Urumqi – Horgos
• Highlights: Yunnan’s tropical forests, Sichuan’s cultural sites, Silk Road history, Xinjiang’s deserts and grasslands.

3. Cross China from Kashgar to Chengdu via Mohan (21 days)

• Route: Kashgar – Urumqi – Turpan – Dunhuang – Jiayuguan – Zhangye – Lanzhou – Xi’an – Chengdu – Kunming – Mohan
• Highlights: Xinjiang’s cultural diversity, Silk Road heritage, Sichuan’s landscapes, Yunnan’s biodiversity.

4. Cross China from Mohan to Kashgar (24 days)

• Route: Mohan – Kunming – Chengdu – Xi’an – Lanzhou – Zhangye – Jiayuguan – Dunhuang – Turpan – Urumqi – Kashgar
• Highlights: Yunnan’s ethnic diversity, Sichuan’s cuisine, Silk Road remnants, Xinjiang’s Uyghur culture.

5. Cross China from Horgos to Chengdu via Ruili (21 days)

• Route: Horgos – Urumqi – Turpan – Dunhuang – Jiayuguan – Zhangye – Lanzhou – Xi’an – Chengdu – Ruili
• Highlights: Northern Xinjiang’s landscapes, Gobi Desert, Tibetan culture in Sichuan, Yunnan’s border town charm.

6. Cross China from Ruili to Chengdu via Horgos (19 days)

• Route: Ruili – Kunming – Chengdu – Xi’an – Lanzhou – Zhangye – Jiayuguan – Dunhuang – Turpan – Urumqi – Horgos
• Highlights: Yunnan’s tea plantations, Sichuan’s pandas, Silk Road trade posts, Xinjiang’s nomadic traditions.

7. Cross China from Mohan to Erenhot via Chengdu City (24 days)

• Route: Mohan – Kunming – Chengdu – Xi’an – Lanzhou – Zhangye – Jiayuguan – Dunhuang – Turpan – Urumqi – Erenhot
• Highlights: Yunnan’s ethnic minorities, Sichuan’s spicy cuisine, Gansu’s Silk Road relics, Inner Mongolia’s grasslands.

8. Cross from China Mohan Chengdu to Erenhot (16 days)

• Route: Mohan – Kunming – Chengdu – Xi’an – Lanzhou – Zhangye – Jiayuguan – Dunhuang – Turpan – Urumqi – Erenhot
• Highlights: Yunnan’s Pu’er tea, Sichuan’s opera, Gansu’s Mogao Caves, Inner Mongolia’s Genghis Khan history.

9. Cross China from Erenhot to Chengdu via Mohan (24 days)

• Route: Erenhot – Ulanqab – Hohhot – Yinchuan – Lanzhou – Xi’an – Chengdu – Kunming – Mohan
• Highlights: Inner Mongolia’s steppe, Shaanxi’s terracotta warriors, Sichuan’s Leshan Giant Buddha, Yunnan’s ethnic festivals.

10. Cross China from Mohan to Gyirong/Zhangmu (18 days)

• Route: Mohan – Kunming – Chengdu – Lhasa – Shigatse – Gyirong/Zhangmu
• Highlights: Yunnan’s rice terraces, Sichuan’s spicy hotpot, Tibet’s Potala Palace, Nepalese border town charm.

11. Cross China from Gyirong/Zhangmu to Mohan (19 days)

• Route: Gyirong/Zhangmu – Shigatse – Lhasa – Chengdu – Kunming – Mohan
• Highlights: Tibet’s Mount Everest base camp, Sichuan’s Sichuanese cuisine, Yunnan’s tea plantations, Nepal’s Langtang National Park.

12. Cross China from Irkstan to Gyirong/Zhangmu (16 days)

• Route: Irkstan – Kashgar – Urumqi – Turpan – Dunhuang – Jiayuguan – Zhangye – Lanzhou – Xi’an – Chengdu – Lhasa – Gyirong/Zhangmu
• Highlights: Xinjiang’s Uyghur culture, Gansu’s Mogao Caves, Sichuan’s spicy cuisine, Tibet’s Himalayan landscapes.

13. Cross China from Irkstan to Shanghai (25 days)

• Route: Irkstan – Kashgar – Urumqi – Turpan – Dunhuang – Jiayuguan – Zhangye – Lanzhou – Xi’an – Chengdu – Chongqing – Wuhan – Nanjing – Shanghai
• Highlights: Xinjiang’s Kashgar Bazaar, Gansu’s Silk Road trade routes, Sichuan’s Chengdu cuisine, Jiangsu’s Suzhou gardens.

14. Cross China from Irkstan to Erenhot (24 days)

• Route: Irkstan – Kashgar – Urumqi – Turpan – Dunhuang – Jiayuguan – Zhangye – Lanzhou – Xi’an – Chengdu – Erenhot
• Highlights: Xinjiang’s Taklamakan Desert, Gansu’s Great Wall, Shaanxi’s Xi’an City Wall, Inner Mongolia’s Ordos Desert.

15. Cross China from Erenhot-Chengdu-Mohan (14 days)

• Route: Erenhot – Hohhot – Yinchuan – Lanzhou – Xi’an – Chengdu – Kunming – Mohan
• Highlights: Inner Mongolia’s grasslands, Shaanxi’s Qinling Mountains, Sichuan’s Jiuzhaigou Valley, Yunnan’s ancient tea horse road.

These itineraries cover a wide range of landscapes, cultural experiences, and historical sites across China, catering to various interests from Silk Road history to Tibetan culture and modern urban experiences. Each route offers a unique journey through some of China’s most captivating regions.