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Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
【In-depth Yili Tour:2026 Two-Day Comprehensive Guide: Unlock the Dual Romance of Grasslands and Flower Seas】
🌿 【Route Highlights:Secret Play in Avoiding the Crowds】
Summer in Yili is synonymous with ‘China’s Most Beautiful Summer,’ but how can you avoid the crowds of conventional tour groups? The newly upgraded two-day tour route for 2026 will take you deep into the heart of Nalati Grassland, exploring the underdeveloped ‘Cloud Pasture,’ and exclusively arranging a cycling experience around Sayram Lake to feel the tranquility of ‘the last tear of the Atlantic.’
Core Experiences of the Route:
✔ ️ Nalati Grassland:Avoid the crowded aerial grasslands and opt for a hike along the Panlong Valley Trail, where you can see groups of local Kazak herders moving their livestock and encounter naturally occurring gazelle herds.
✔ ️ Sayram Lake:Special arrangement for a 6 AM cycling tour around the lake (professional mountain bikes and helmets provided). At this time, the lake’s surface fog has not yet dispersed, and the light is soft, making it the golden hour for photography.
✔ ️ Huocheng Lavender Manor:New ‘Night Tour of Lavender’ project added in 2026. Enter the park after 7 PM to appreciate the dual beauty of the purple flower sea under the sunset and lights, avoiding the daytime heat.
✔ ️ Kalajun Grassland:New ‘Home Visit to Local Residents’ segment added. Follow a local guide to learn how to make traditional dairy products and taste freshly milked tea.
🚌 【Simple Itinerary:2026 Real-time Schedules and Transportation】
【In-depth Yili Tour: 2026 Two-Day Comprehensive Guide: Unlock the Dual Romance of Grasslands and Flower Seas】According to the latest transportation information for 2026, the Yili region has opened a tourist shuttle bus service ‘Yining-Nalati-Sayram Lake’ with two daily departures (8:00 AM/12:00 PM), taking about 3 hours and costing 80 RMB per person (including luggage托运 – which means ‘check-in’ or ‘consignment’). The travel agency will arrange for private transfers, making the itinerary more flexible.
Day 1:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Kalajun Grassland
07:30 Gather in downtown Yining and take the tourist bus to Nalati (about a 4-hour drive)
12:00 Arrive in Nalati and enjoy a Kazak-style lunch (hand-grabbed rice, horse meat naren)
13:30 Hike the Panlong Valley Trail (about 3 kilometers, with an elevation gain of 200 meters), with a guide explaining the grassland ecology
16:00 Head to Kalajun Grassland and check into a characteristic yurt (with bathroom facilities)
19:00 Participate in a bonfire party and watch folk dance performances by various ethnic groups
Day 2:Kalajun – Sayram Lake – Huocheng – Yining
06:00 Cycling tour around Sayram Lake (about 15 kilometers, with a photographer accompanying)
🌿【Route Highlights: Secret Play in Avoiding the Crowds】09:30 Lakeside picnic (sandwiches, fruits, mineral water provided)
11:00 Head to Huocheng Lavender Manor (about a 2-hour drive)
13:30 Lavender-themed lunch (lavender roasted chicken, flower tea)
15:00 Return to Yining and conclude the itinerary
💰 【Price Explanation:2026 Reference Range】
Adult Price:1280-1580 RMB per person (including transportation, accommodation, admission tickets, meals, guide services)
Child Price (ages 6-12):880-1080 RMB per person (no bed, others same as adults)
Price Includes:
Transportation:Full tourist bus service from Yining
Accommodation:1 night in a grassland yurt (double occupancy) + 1 night in a four-star hotel in Yining
Summer in Yili is synonymous with ‘China’s Most Beautiful Summer,’ but how can you avoid the crowds of conventional tour groups? The newly upgraded two-day tour route for 2026 will take you deep into the heart of Nalati Grassland, exploring the underdeveloped ‘Cloud Pasture,’ and exclusively arranging a cycling experience around Sayram Lake to feel the tranquility of ‘the last tear of the Atlantic.’Meals:3 main meals + 1 breakfast (including special meals)
Admission Tickets:First admission tickets to Nalati, Sayram Lake, Kalajun, and Lavender Manor
Services:Professional guide + cycling coach + photographer accompanying
Price Fluctuation Explanation:
June-July is the peak tourist season in Yili, and prices may increase by 10%-15%
An additional 100 RMB per person is required for departures on weekends and holidays
Prices are confirmed on the day the contract is signed and may change with schedule adjustments
📝 【Registration Method】
You can register through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency by providing your name, valid ID number, contact information, and departure date for pre-registration. Customer service manager Zhang Jing will assist in confirming the itinerary based on availability.
Core Experiences of the Route:💡 【Fee Explanation and Service Explanation】
Fees Do Not Include:Personal consumption, (single registrants will be coordinated for shared rooms as much as possible; an additional 300 RMB per night is required in special circumstances), and self-funded items within the scenic area (such as a 120 RMB per person Sayram Lake boat tour).
Service Standards:Official tourist vehicles are used throughout the journey, and drivers are licensed; yurts provide electric blankets and 24-hour hot water; the travel agency purchases travel accident insurance for each tourist (coverage of 500,000 RMB).
Special Reminder:In case of uncontrollable factors such as weather or policies, both parties can reasonably adjust the itinerary by mutual agreement. Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
🌸 【Optimal Timing:2026 Blooming Period and Climate Guide】
Summer in Yili lasts from May to September, but the landscapes vary significantly by month:
Late May – Mid-June:Wildflowers bloom on Nalati Grassland, and the lines of Kalajun’s ‘Human Body Grassland’ are at their most graceful
Late June – Mid-July:Huocheng lavender is in full bloom, and the rape flower fields around Sayram Lake are golden
Late July – August:The grasslands enter their peak growth period, suitable for in-depth hiking, but with more tourists
✔️ Nalati Grassland: Avoid the crowded aerial grasslands and opt for a hike along the Panlong Valley Trail, where you can see groups of local Kazak herders moving their livestock and encounter naturally occurring gazelle herds.September:Autumn colors begin to appear, with the larch and birch forests on Nalati gradually turning golden, and the number of tourists decreasing significantly
📌 【Practical Tips】
Equipment:There is a large temperature difference between day and night on the grasslands, so bring a windbreaker, sunscreen, and sunglasses; for cycling, wear sports shoes and long pants
Photography:Sayram Lake is prone to fog in the morning, so bring a polarizing filter to eliminate glare on the lake surface; wearing white or light-colored clothes is more photogenic at the Lavender Manor
Policies:Starting from 2026, Nalati Grassland implements a ‘reservation for entry’ system. The travel agency will make reservations 3 days in advance on behalf of tourists, who need to bring their original valid ID
🌈 【Why Choose This Route?】
In-depth Experience:Avoid conventional attractions and add interactive segments such as home visits to local residents and cycling
Hassle-Free:No consumption points are arranged throughout the journey, and guides do not recommend self-funded projects
Flexible Adjustments:In case of extreme weather, it can be replaced with a cultural experience on Yining’s Six-Star Street or birdwatching at the Yili River wetlands
High Cost-Effectiveness:Compared to independent travel, it saves 300-500 RMB per person, and there is no need to worry about transportation and accommodation on your own
The beauty of Yili lies in the vastness of its grasslands, the purity of its lakes, and the romance of its flower seas. This two-day tour route for 2026 will take you to experience the purest Xinjiang summer in the shortest time. Whether it’s a family outing, a couple’s vacation, or a solo trip, you can find your own poetic moments here. For specific itinerary details and availability, consult customer service manager Zhang Jing at Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency.
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
