Ili Group Tour Itinerary Combining Northern and Southern Xinjiang Cost Estimate for Ili + Kanas Recommended Routes and Pricing

Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation.

Yili + Kanas North and South Xinjiang In-Depth Travel Plan:A Double Feast of Nature and Culture
🌄 [Route Highlights:Connecting Two Major Geographic Icons]
The Yili River Valley and Kanas Lake are two major representatives of Xinjiang’s natural scenery. The former is renowned as the “Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall,” featuring a picturesque summer landscape of grassland flower fields, snow-capped mountains, and lakes; the latter is hailed as the “Pure Land on Earth,” with autumn foliage and wooden houses with cooking smoke creating a fairy-tale world. This north-south Xinjiang itinerary connects these two major IPs, offering a comfortable experience that combines grassland pastures with forest lakes, suitable for travelers seeking natural beauty and in-depth exploration.
📅 [Simple Itinerary:10 Days, 9 Nights, Comprehensive Coverage]
(Optimized based on actual road conditions and scenic area policies in June 2026)
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi
Afternoon:Free activities. We recommend experiencing the handicrafts of various ethnic groups at the International Bazaar and tasting baked stuffed buns and hand-pulled rice.
Evening:Hold a pre-trip briefing and distribute a customized “Xinjiang Travel Guide” (including real-time weather and scenic area reservation guide).
Day 2:Urumqi → Sayram Lake (about 5.5 hours)
Morning:Travel through the Junggar Basin, enjoying the Gobi Desert scenery along the way.
Afternoon:Tour around the lake, with key stops at Jinhua Zihui and Songshutou Viewing Platform, and photograph the sunset at the Guozigou Bridge.
Accommodation:Lakeside RV camp (with bathroom, window view of the lake).

Yili + Kanas North and South Xinjiang In-Depth Travel Plan: A Double Feast of Nature and CultureDay 3:Sayram Lake → Huocheng → Yining (about 3 hours)
Morning:Morning photography by the lake and experience local home visits with people from various ethnic groups.
Afternoon:Visit the Huocheng Lavender Manor (peak bloom from mid-June to early July) and photograph the purple flower fields.
Evening:Stroll through Yining’s Six-Star Street and taste Gulandam ice cream.
Day 4:Yining → Karajun Grassland → Tekes (about 4 hours)
Full Day:In-depth exploration of Karajun Grassland, divided into east and west zones:
East Karajun:Flower Terrace, Falcon Terrace, hike the grassland plank road.
Koksu Grand Canyon:Human Grassland, Crocodile Bay, take a boat ride through the canyon.
Accommodation:Characteristic homestay in Tekes Bagua City (overlooking the city panorama).
Day 5:Tekes → Xiata Ancient Road → Zhaosu (about 3.5 hours)
Morning:Light hike on the Xiata Ancient Road, follow the Muzart River Valley, and overlook the snow-capped mountains in the distance.
Afternoon:Visit Zhaosu Wetland Park and watch the Tianma Bathing River performance (two shows daily in summer).

🌄[Route Highlights: Connecting Two Major Geographic Icons]Accommodation:Zhaosu Grassland Resort Hotel (including hot spring experience).
Day 6:Zhaosu → Nalati Grassland (about 4 hours)
Morning:Travel through the Yining-Zhaosu Highway (recommended open from June to September, subject to traffic department announcements), with a stop at Baishifeng Viewing Platform along the way.
Afternoon:Explore Nalati’s aerial grassland and optionally ride horses (at own expense) to visit nomadic families.
Evening:Attend a bonfire party in Nalati Town (ethnic song and dance performances).
Day 7:Nalati → North Section of Duku Highway → Kuitun (about 5 hours)
Full Day:Travel through the north section of the Duku Highway, with stops at Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery and Hashilergen Daban Snow Wall (may melt in summer).
Accommodation:Four-diamond hotel in Kuitun (to relieve fatigue from long-distance driving).
Day 8:Kuitun → Burqin (about 6 hours)
Morning:Pass by the Karamay百里油田 (Hundred-Mile Oil Field) and view the nodding donkey oil pumps.
Afternoon:Arrive in Burqin and tour the Wucaitan Scenic Area (excellent lighting at sunset).
Evening:Visit the Burqin River Embankment Night Market and taste cold-water fish from the Irtysh River.
Day 9:Burqin → Kanas Lake (about 2 hours)

The Yili River Valley and Kanas Lake are two major representatives of Xinjiang’s natural scenery. The former is renowned as the “Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall,” featuring a picturesque summer landscape of grassland flower fields, snow-capped mountains, and lakes; the latter is hailed as the “Pure Land on Earth,” with autumn foliage and wooden houses with cooking smoke creating a fairy-tale world. This north-south Xinjiang itinerary connects these two major IPs, offering a comfortable experience that combines grassland pastures with forest lakes, suitable for travelers seeking natural beauty and in-depth exploration.Full Day:In-depth exploration of Kanas Scenic Area:
Take the shuttle bus to visit the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay).
Climb Guanyu Terrace for a panoramic view of Kanas Lake.
Optional self-funded activities:Tuwa home visit, lake cruise.
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Jiadengyu (near the scenic area for convenient next-day exploration).
Day 10:Kanas → Hemu Village → Urumqi (return trip)
Morning:Photograph the morning mist in Hemu Village and experience life in Tuwa wooden houses.
Afternoon:Return to Urumqi by car and transfer to the airport according to flight schedule.
💰 [Cost Explanation:Transparent Itemized Quotation]
(Based on market conditions in June 2026, subject to contract)
Basic fees include:
Transportation:7-seat business vehicle (including fuel, tolls, driver service fee) for the entire 10-day trip.

📅[Simple Itinerary: 10 Days, 9 Nights, Comprehensive Coverage]Accommodation:9 nights of selected hotels (Ctrip 3-4 diamond standard, including breakfast), with characteristic wooden houses inside Kanas and Hemu scenic areas.
Admission Tickets:First admission tickets and shuttle buses for Sayram Lake, Karajun Grassland, Nalati, Kanas, Hemu, and other scenic areas.
Meals:9 breakfasts + 5 special dinners (meal standard of 60 yuan per person, including Burqin cold-water fish banquet and Nalati grassland roast whole lamb served family-style).
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance + 800,000 yuan travel accident insurance.
Fees do not include:
Round-trip transportation to Urumqi (airplane/train).
Personal expenses:Optional activities such as horse riding, boat rides, and travel photography.
：Single travelers will be matched for shared rooms as much as possible; a supplement of approximately 1,500 yuan per person may be required in special cases.
📝 [Service Explanation:Details Ensure Travel Experience]
Vehicle Configuration:Each vehicle is equipped with a first aid kit, car charger, mineral water, and a Xinjiang travel map.
Tour Guide Service:Local tour guides with over 8 years of experience, familiar with various ethnic languages and customs, hold daily debriefing meetings after each day’s itinerary.
Emergency Plan:Establish a linkage mechanism with scenic areas and hospitals, with a response time of within 30 minutes for emergencies.

(Optimized based on actual road conditions and scenic area policies in June 2026)Contract Specifications:Sign a standard contract supervised by the National Culture and Tourism Administration, clearly stating “no consumption, no self-funded” clauses.
📞 [Registration Method]
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for details. Staff will provide personalized itinerary change suggestions based on your departure time, group size, and budget.
💡 [Important Reminders]
Scenic Area Policies:Kanas and Hemu scenic areas implement real-name reservation systems, requiring valid identification information to be provided 30 days in advance.
Seasonal Suitability:June is the flowering season for Yili grasslands, while Kanas has not yet entered its autumn scenery season. It is recommended to choose travel dates based on landscape preferences.
Equipment Suggestions:Large temperature differences between day and night on the grasslands require windbreakers, sunscreen, and comfortable hiking shoes.
Negotiation Mechanism:In case of extreme weather or road closures, both parties can negotiate to change the itinerary order or replace scenic spots.
🌈 [Why Choose This Itinerary?]
Landscape Diversity:Experience seven types of landscapes in 10 days: grasslands, flower fields, canyons, snow-capped mountains, forests, lakes, and deserts.
Comfort Balance:Daily driving time is controlled within 4-5 hours to avoid long-distance travel and allow ample time for photography and experiences.
Cultural Depth:Arrange Tuwa home visits and interactions with ethnic song and dance performances to enhance understanding of local culture.
Cost-Effectiveness:Compared to segmented travel, this connected itinerary can save approximately 20% in transportation costs.
The beauty of Xinjiang lies in the freedom to roam across its vast landscapes. Choose Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and let our professional team plan a worry-free, comfortable, and enjoyable north-south Xinjiang journey for you. For specific itinerary details and costs, please refer to actual consultations and contracts. We look forward to embarking on this double feast of nature and culture with you!

Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation.