The self-driving travel guide from Nanjing to Dalian is as follows:

  1. Preparation before departure:

    • Check the condition of the vehicle, make sure the fuel tank is full, and have a toolbox and emergency items ready.
    • Understand the weather conditions and choose a suitable departure time and route.

  2. Route planning:

    • Main route: starting from Nanjing, heading east along the G25 Changshen Expressway, passing through Yangzhou, Taizhou, Yancheng, and Lianyungang, then turning onto the G15 Shenhai Expressway, passing through Qingdao, Yantai, and finally arriving in Dalian.
    • Mileage: approximately 1600 kilometers.

  3. Detailed itinerary:

    • Day 1: Depart from Nanjing, drive about 500 kilometers, and arrive in Yancheng. You can take a short break in Yancheng and taste local food.
    • Day 2: Depart from Yancheng, continue driving along the G15 Shenhai Expressway, and arrive in Qingdao. Visit Qingdao city and taste seafood.
    • Day 3: Depart from Qingdao, continue eastward along the G15 Shenhai Expressway, and arrive in Yantai. Visit Yantai city and experience the seaside scenery.
    • Day 4: Depart from Yantai, along the G15 Shenhai Expressway, pass through Weihai, and arrive in Dalian. Check into hotel and rest.

  4. Notes:

    • Pay attention to rest when driving long distances and avoid driving fatigued.
    • You can stop and rest appropriately along the way, enjoy the scenery and take photos.
    • Pay attention to traffic rules and obey speed limits.
    • According to the actual situation, the itinerary can be adjusted appropriately and the stay time can be increased or decreased.

I wish you a happy self-driving trip from Nanjing to Dalian!