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How to Choose a Chartered Car in Xinjiang: Number of People, Vehicle Type and Driver

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1. Choose a Vehicle by Group Size

  • 1–4 people: A sedan or 5-seat SUV is sufficient; choose an SUV if you have a lot of luggage
  • 5–6 people: A 7-seat SUV or MPV (such as a GL8), balancing comfort and luggage space
  • 7–11 people: A 12-seat van (such as a Transit), suitable for families or small groups
  • 12–18 people: A 19-seat minibus (such as a Coaster), suitable for group travel

2. What Charter Fees Usually Include

Vehicle usage fee, professional driver, fuel within the daily rate, and driver meals and accommodation. Generally not included: tolls, parking fees, charges for exceeding the agreed mileage, and scenic-area tickets. Please confirm the "included / not included" list on the product page before ordering to avoid misunderstandings during the trip.

3. Mileage and Excess Mileage

Chauffeur-driven charter products usually set a daily mileage cap (for example, 300 km per day), with excess charged per kilometer. For long-distance routes (such as the Northern Xinjiang Loop or the Duku Highway), we recommend informing us of your itinerary in advance so customer service can calculate mileage and provide a quote.

4. The Driver's Role

Charter drivers are familiar with local roads, gas stations and accommodation options, and can help plan the daily driving pace. Please note that the driver is responsible for driving and vehicle matters; guided commentary at attractions and ticket handling are not part of the standard service — please discuss in advance if needed.

5. When a Charter Is the Better Choice

A charter is more hassle-free in these situations: you prefer not to drive; overseas visitors have not obtained a temporary driving permit; you are traveling high-altitude and border routes (such as the Pamir Plateau or Tashkurgan); or your group is large and needs to move together.

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FAQ

How to choose between chartered car and car rental?
If you want to control your own pace, have driving experience, and hold valid documents, choose self-drive rental; if you don't want to drive, are an overseas visitor without a temporary driving permit, are traveling on plateau border routes, or are traveling as a group, a chartered car with a driver is more hassle-free. Both methods are priced by the number of days used.
What is the difference between a charter and a rental?
A charter includes both the vehicle and a driver, is priced by the number of days, and suits travellers who prefer not to drive themselves. A rental is self-drive, requires a valid driving licence held by the renter, and is likewise priced by the day. The exact vehicle and whether a driver is included are stated on each product page.
How do I book a rental car or a charter?
Choose a vehicle and your travel dates on the "Vehicles" page, enter your pick-up point and contact details, and submit. Our team will confirm the vehicle, itinerary and quote with you, then you pay online once confirmed.
How is the price calculated?
Pricing is by vehicle type and number of days. Whether fuel, tolls and the driver's meal allowance are included varies by route and product — please refer to the description on the relevant product page.
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