Ili Travel Guide Routes Group Tours Summer Peak Season Budget Understand in One Article Which Month Recommended Routes Costs and Prices
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Yili Travel Guide:Summer Peak Season Route Planning and Budget Guide 🌞
I. Detailed Introduction to Routes or Destinations
Yili, known as “Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall,” attracts countless tourists with its unique natural scenery and rich cultural diversity of various ethnic groups. During the summer vacation, Yili’s grasslands, flower fields, snow-capped mountains, lakes, canyons, and forests are at their best for viewing, making it an ideal choice for family trips and outings with friends.
【Highlighted Core Attractions】
Sayram Lake:The last tear drop of the Atlantic Ocean 💧
The lake is as blue as a gem, surrounded by snow-capped mountains, offering breathtaking scenery. In summer, you can take a boat ride on the lake, while in winter, you can admire the wonder of blue ice.
Nalati Grassland:Romance of the aerial grassland 🌿
One of the world’s four major alpine grasslands, it features lush green grass, herds of cattle and sheep, snow-capped mountains, and gurgling streams. You can experience horseback riding across the grassland and feel its vastness and freedom.
Kalajun Grassland:The art of human curves 🎨
Famous for its unique “human body grassland” curved scenery, with stunning views from the Flower Terrace and Falcon Terrace, it is a paradise for photography enthusiasts.
Huocheng Lavender:A purple romantic dream 💜
China’s largest lavender plantation base, where from June to August, the entire area is a sea of blooming purple flowers, stretching endlessly and exuding a fragrant aroma.
Yili Travel Guide: Summer Peak Season Route Planning and Budget Guide 🌞Guozigou Bridge:Traversing a picturesque aerial landscape 🌉
Known as “Yili’s most beautiful bridge,” it spans mountains and valleys with great momentum. In spring and summer, the bridge is surrounded by flower fields and forests, while in autumn and winter, it is wrapped in snow-capped mountains.
Tekes Bagua City:The ancient city with a mysterious layout 🏰
The world’s only ancient city built according to the Bagua (Eight Trigrams) layout, with crisscrossing streets full of mystery. At night, the Bagua City is brilliantly lit, offering a breathtaking view.
II. Simple Itinerary Planning
For the summer peak season, we have carefully planned a 7-day, 6-night in-depth Yili tour for you:
Day 1:Urumqi – Sayram Lake
Morning:Depart from Urumqi and travel by car to Sayram Lake.
Afternoon:Arrive at Sayram Lake, take a tour around the lake, enjoy the scenery, and optionally take a boat ride.
Evening:Check into a hotel by the lake or in Qingshuihe Town.
Day 2:Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Huocheng Lavender – Yining
Morning:Wake up early to enjoy the beautiful sunrise at Sayram Lake, then head to Guozigou Bridge.
Noon:Have lunch near Guozigou and taste local specialties.
I. Detailed Introduction to Routes or DestinationsAfternoon:Tour Guozigou Bridge, then head to Huocheng Lavender Garden to immerse yourself in the sea of purple flowers.
Evening:Arrive in Yining, check into a hotel, and stroll through Liuxing Street to experience the local nightlife.
Day 3:Yining – Tekes Bagua City – Kalajun Grassland
Morning:Depart from Yining and head to Tekes Bagua City to tour the ancient city and feel its mysterious layout.
Noon:Have lunch in Tekes and taste local cuisine.
Afternoon:Head to Kalajun Grassland, visit attractions such as the Flower Terrace and Falcon Terrace, and admire the curved scenery of the human body grassland.
Evening:Check into a hotel in Tekes.
Day 4:Tekes – Nalati Grassland
Morning:Depart from Tekes and head to Nalati Grassland.
Noon:Have lunch in Nalati Town and taste specialties such as hand-grabbed meat and big plate chicken.
Afternoon:Tour Nalati Grassland, experience horseback riding across the grassland, and visit local families of various ethnic groups.
Evening:Check into a hotel in Nalati Town.
Yili, known as “Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall,” attracts countless tourists with its unique natural scenery and rich cultural diversity of various ethnic groups. During the summer vacation, Yili’s grasslands, flower fields, snow-capped mountains, lakes, canyons, and forests are at their best for viewing, making it an ideal choice for family trips and outings with friends.Day 5:Full-day tour of Nalati Grassland
Full day:Take an in-depth tour of Nalati Grassland, stroll through the meadows, get close to nature, watch the grassland sunset, and feel the magnificent scenery of the Western Regions where the wind blows the grass low to reveal cattle and sheep.
Evening:Continue to check into a hotel in Nalati Town.
Day 6:Nalati – Yining
Morning:Depart from Nalati and return to Yining.
Noon:Have lunch along the way and taste special snacks from various ethnic groups.
Afternoon:After arriving in Yining, you can enjoy free time to stroll through Kazanqi Folk Village and experience the customs of various ethnic groups.
Evening:Check into a hotel in Yining.
Day 7:Yining – Urumqi
Morning:Depart from Yining and travel by car back to Urumqi.
Afternoon:After arriving in Urumqi, conclude your pleasant Yili tour.
III. Price Explanation
During the summer peak season, the prices for Yili tours may vary due to factors such as vehicle type, accommodation standards, and itinerary duration. The following prices are recommended for reference, with specifics subject to the contract:
【Highlighted Core Attractions】Adult fees:Approximately 6,000-9,000 yuan per person (including accommodation, breakfast, full-trip transportation, scenic spot admission fees, and shuttle bus fees, etc.)
Child fees:Fees vary based on height and age, generally including vehicle seat fees, complimentary items, insurance, etc., excluding hotel accommodation and admission fees, with specifics subject to the contract.
:For single registrants, efforts will be made to coordinate room sharing, with special circumstances requiring separate fee negotiation.
Prices may fluctuate based on tour dates, with the contract signed by both parties taking precedence. It is recommended to book in advance to enjoy more favorable prices.
IV. Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to start your Yili tour.
V. Fee Explanation and Service Explanation
Fees include:
Accommodation fees:Check into comfortable boutique hotels or characteristic homestays according to the itinerary.
Catering fees:Daily breakfast is included, while main meals are at your own expense, but local specialty restaurants will be recommended.
Transportation fees:Compliant commercial vehicles are used throughout the trip, including fuel costs, toll fees, and driver service fees, etc.
Scenic spot admission fees:Admission fees and shuttle bus fees for all scenic spots in the itinerary are included.
Sayram Lake: The last tear drop of the Atlantic Ocean 💧Insurance fees:Basic travel insurance is purchased for each tourist.
Service explanation:
Professional driver-guide:Equipped with experienced local drivers who are also guides, familiar with road conditions and scenic spots in Xinjiang, and able to flexibly adjust the itinerary based on weather and flowering periods.
Flexible changes:Reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made by mutual agreement to cope with uncontrollable factors such as weather and road conditions.
Transparent consumption:All fee details are clear, with no hidden costs, and a formal travel contract is signed to protect tourists’ rights and interests.
24-hour after-sales service:24-hour online emergency after-sales service is provided to respond promptly to emergencies and ensure feedback is addressed.
Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
VI. Warm Tips
Weather and clothing:Yili has large temperature differences between day and night, and even in summer, warm clothing such as windbreakers and thermal underwear should be carried. At the same time, prepare lightweight clothing for daytime wear. Sun protection items are recommended, such as sunscreen, sunglasses, and sun hats, etc.
Material preparation:Carry personal medications, moisturizing products, personal hygiene products, etc. The grassland has strong ultraviolet rays and dry climate, so sun protection and moisturizing measures should be taken.
Respect for local customs:During the tour, respect the customs and habits of local ethnic groups and avoid casually violating local taboos.
First:Pay attention to personal and property safety, and do not go to remote or dangerous areas alone. Obey traffic rules and do not speed or drive under the influence of alcohol.
Advance reservations:During the summer peak season, admission tickets to popular scenic spots are in high demand. It is recommended to make reservations in advance through official accounts or related platforms to avoid delays in the itinerary due to on-site queuing.
Consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for more detailed information about Yili tours. Let’s plan an unforgettable Yili tour together!
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation

