Deep desert, untouched poplar forests and the Red and White Mountains, bypassing Tazhong. Popular for self-drive and rar...

Ar-He Desert Highway Line Hotan-Ahe Highway-Aral-Kuqa

Also known as: Xinjiang South Line (Arhe Desert Highway)

Deep desert, untouched poplar forests and the Red and White Mountains, bypassing Tazhong. Popular for self-drive and rarely offered by coach tours; fi...

City loop 5 days Xinjiang Apr–Nov

Route Introduction

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Why This Route Exists
The historical & geographical answer to why this route came to be
  • Deep desert, untouched poplar forests and the Red and White Mountains, bypassing Tazhong.
  • Popular for self-drive and rarely offered by coach tours; fill up before entering the desert.

At a Glance

Suggested days 5 days
Cities 4
Provinces Xinjiang
Difficulty 🟠 Challenging
Best months Apr–Nov
Best for Great for history enthusiasts, Silk Road culture lovers, and photographers

Route Map Animated marker shows direction

🏙️ Hotan 🏙️ Ahe Highway 🏙️ Aral 🏙️ Kuqa
Ar-He Desert Highway Line: Hotan-Ahe Highway-Aral-Kuqa Ahe Highway · Aral
Time Place / plan Category Duration Transfer Note
Day 1 Hotan → Kuqa
09:00 Ahe Highway Sight 2Hour
11:30 Aral Sight 2Hour

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