How Much Does a Group Tour to Yili Cost Latest Price Guide for Yili Grassland Loop Recommended Routes and Costs
Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send itinerary and quotation.
A grassland feast under the stars and moon:In-depth Analysis of the 2026 Ili Grassland Loop Route
🌿 【Key Highlights of the Itinerary】
The Ili Grassland Loop Route is a golden tourism belt in northern Xinjiang, connecting three major grasslands: Sayram Lake, Nalati, and Kalajun. It integrates four major landscapes: snow-capped mountains, lakes, flower fields, and wetlands. Recent data from 2026 shows that the average daily number of tourists on this route has increased by 18% compared to the same period last year, with the peak season from June to August accounting for 65%. The itinerary design follows the “Three Nos Principle”: no backtracking, no shortened sightseeing times, and no night driving, ensuring that the average daily driving time for tourists is controlled within 4 hours.
🚌 【Classic 7-Day Itinerary for 2026】
▶️ Day 1:Gather in Urumqi
14:00-18:00 Free time (recommended to shop for sun protection gear at the International Bazaar)
Dinner on your own (reference:Marehaba Pastry Shop on Lingguan Lane, average cost 25 RMB per person)
Accommodation:4-star hotel in Urumqi (breakfast included)
▶️ Day 2:Urumqi → Sayram Lake (580 km)
08:00 Depart by 7-seater business vehicle
14:30 Arrive at the scenic area (admission ticket 145 RMB per person, including shuttle bus)
A grassland feast under the stars and moon: In-depth Analysis of the 2026 Ili Grassland Loop Route15:00-19:00 Tour around the lake (key stops: Jinhua Zihui and Songshu Tou viewpoints)
Accommodation:Lakeside characteristic homestay (dinner included: three ways to cook Hucho taimen)
▶️ Day 3:Sayram Lake → Huocheng → Yining (280 km)
08:00 Second entry to the scenic area for morning fog photography
12:00 Huocheng Lavender Manor (open from June to July only)
16:00 Kazanqi Folk Village (free admission, recommended to experience carriage tours)
Accommodation:4-star hotel in Yining (dinner included: hand-grabbed mutton with herbal tea)
▶️ Day 4:Yining → Xiata Ancient Path → Zhaosu (320 km)
08:30 Depart for Xiata (admission ticket 80 RMB per person)
11:00-15:00 Hike towards Muzart Snow Mountain (recommended to take the electric cart to the hot spring hotel)
18:00 Watch the Heavenly Horse Bathing River performance at Zhaosu Wetland Park
🌿【Key Highlights of the Itinerary】Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Zhaosu (dinner included: horse meat naren)
▶️ Day 5:Zhaosu → Kalajun → Tekes (180 km)
09:00 Kalajun Grassland (admission ticket 140 RMB per person)
10:30-13:00 In-depth tour of Flower Terrace and Falcon Terrace
15:00 Tekes Bagua City (aerial photography requires prior notification)
Accommodation:Boutique homestay in Tekes (dinner included: grassland hot pot)
▶️ Day 6:Tekes → Nalati (260 km)
08:30 Depart through Qiapuqihai Reservoir
12:30 Nalati Grassland (aerial grassland route 135 RMB per person)
15:00 Visit local families of various ethnic groups (free experience of making nang bread and milking cows)
Accommodation:Characteristic yurts in Nalati (dinner included: roast whole lamb feast)
▶️ Day 7:Nalati → Duku Highway → Urumqi (520 km)
The Ili Grassland Loop Route is a golden tourism belt in northern Xinjiang, connecting three major grasslands: Sayram Lake, Nalati, and Kalajun. It integrates four major landscapes: snow-capped mountains, lakes, flower fields, and wetlands. Recent data from 2026 shows that the average daily number of tourists on this route has increased by 18% compared to the same period last year, with the peak season from June to August accounting for 65%. The itinerary design follows the “Three Nos Principle”: no backtracking, no shortened sightseeing times, and no night driving, ensuring that the average daily driving time for tourists is controlled within 4 hours.08:00 Cross the northern section of the Duku Highway (recommended for vehicles with fewer than 7 seats)
12:00 Pay respects at the Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery
18:30 Arrive in Urumqi for group disbandment
💰 【2026 Cost Explanation】
Basic Version (reference price for peak season from June to August):
Adult:4980-5980 RMB per person
Child (under 1.2m):2980 RMB per person (excluding bed/admission ticket)
Cost Includes:
✔ ️ Transportation:Full itinerary in a 7-seater business vehicle (including fuel/toll fees)
✔ ️ Accommodation:6 nights of accommodation (including 3 nights in 4-star hotels)
✔ ️ Meals:6 breakfasts + 7 main meals (including 3 special meals)
🚌【Classic 7-Day Itinerary for 2026】✔ ️ Admission Tickets:First admission tickets and shuttle buses listed in the itinerary
✔ ️ Services:Professional guide讲解 (explanation) + travel accident insurance
Cost Excludes:
✖ ️ Round-trip transportation to Urumqi
✖ ️ Personal expenses and optional experience items
✖ ️ (Single travelers will be coordinated for room sharing; a supplement of 1200 RMB/6 nights is required in special cases)
📝 【Service Guarantee System】
1. Vehicle configuration: Each vehicle is equipped with a first aid kit, car refrigerator, and USB charging ports
2. Meal standards: Main meals cost 80 RMB per person per meal, including 2 seasonal wild vegetables
3. Emergency plan: Established a green channel with Ili Prefecture People’s Hospital; guides hold Red Cross first aid certificates
4. Special services: Daily provision of Xinjiang dried fruit tea bags; complimentary ethnic costume photoshoot in the Nalati section
▶️ Day 1: Gather in Urumqi📅 【2026 Travel Instructions】
Document requirements:Bring original valid identification (random checks at border inspection stations)
Equipment recommendations:Bring a windproof jacket (instant wind speeds can reach Level 7 in the Sayram Lake area)
Reservation policy:Nalati/Xiata scenic areas require real-name reservations 3 days in advance
Business hours:Opening hours of all scenic areas changed to 08:30-20:00 (extended by 1 hour compared to previous years)
📞 【Registration Method】
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For specific itinerary details and availability, please consult customer service manager Zhang Jing. Staff will provide:
① Real-time inventory query system
② Three alternative itinerary plans
③ Electronic version of the “Ili Travel Epidemic Prevention Guide”
④ Quotation confirmation service within 72 hours
Special reminder:In 2026, Ili tourism implements a “Sunshine Price” policy, with all quotations required to clearly indicate cost components in the contract. It is recommended that tourists sign the model text of the “Domestic Tourism Contract” supervised by the Xinjiang Culture and Tourism Department to effectively protect their rights and interests.
(The data in this article is sourced from the 2026 first quarter tourism market analysis report of the Xinjiang Culture and Tourism Department. The price information is valid until December 31, 2026, and is subject to actual consultation and contracting. The itinerary may be reasonably changed due to weather, road restrictions, and other factors, and the sightseeing order can be changed after mutual agreement between both parties.)
Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send itinerary and quotation.
