Ili 8 Day In Depth Loop Group Tour Cost and Registration Fee Overview Recommended Itinerary Cost and Price

Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send the itinerary and quotation.

8-Day In-Depth Loop Group Tour in Ili:Panoramic Experience and Cost Analysis
🌄 [Route Highlights:A Visual Feast of Grasslands, Lakes, and Canyons]
The Ili River Valley, known as the ‘Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall,’ boasts an average summer temperature of 20-28°C, making it a popular destination for summer escape and nature exploration in 2026. This 8-day loop connects core attractions such as Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Kalajun Grassland, and the Duku Highway, covering four major landscapes: lakes, snow-capped mountains, forests, and canyons. The average daily driving time is kept under 3 hours, balancing depth and comfort.
📅 [Simple Itinerary:Key Daily Arrangements]
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi
Arrive at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport in the morning. After a private airport pickup, check into a downtown hotel (breakfast included). Enjoy free time in the afternoon. We recommend visiting the Xinjiang Museum (free, advance reservation required) to learn about the historical artifacts of various ethnic groups. For dinner, head to the International Bazaar to sample local specialties like baked buns and pilaf.
Day 2:Urumqi → Sayram Lake (approx. 5-hour drive)
Travel along the Lianhuo Expressway through the Tianshan Mountains, with a stop at the Guozigou Bridge viewpoint. Arrive at Sayram Lake in the afternoon for a self-drive tour around the lake (including shuttle bus tickets). Must-visit spots include Jinhua Zihui, Songshu Tou, and Dianjiang Tai. Enjoy afternoon tea by the lake and capture the sunset. Overnight at a lakeside hotel with lake views from your window.
Day 3:Sayram Lake → Huocheng Lavender → Yining (approx. 3-hour drive)

8-Day In-Depth Loop Group Tour in Ili: Panoramic Experience and Cost AnalysisReturn to Sayram Lake early in the morning to photograph the morning mist and swans. In the morning, visit the Huocheng Jieyou Princess Lavender Farm (blooming from June 10 to July 10). Wearing a purple dress will make for better photos. Arrive in Yining City in the afternoon and visit the Kazanqi Folk Tourism Area to experience traditional courtyards and carriage tours of various ethnic groups.
Day 4:Yining → Xiata Ancient Trail → Tekes Bagua City (approx. 4-hour drive)
Travel along the Yizhao Highway (recommended open from June to October), with a stop at the Baishifeng viewpoint. In the afternoon, enter the Xiata Ancient Trail and hike to the Flower Terrace for a view of the Muzart Glacier. Arrive in Tekes Bagua City in the evening and take the Lijie Ferris wheel for a panoramic view of the city layout. For dinner, we recommend ethnic风味餐 (flavorful meals of various ethnic groups).
Day 5:Tekes → Kalajun Grassland → Xinyuan County (approx. 3-hour drive)
Tour the Kalajun Grassland in the morning, focusing on the Eagle Platform and Flower Terrace. Experience horseback riding across the ‘Human Body Grassland’ (at your own expense). In the afternoon, pass by Qiapuqihai Lake to photograph the reflections of alpine lakes and snow-capped mountains. Overnight in Xinyuan County, where you can freely purchase local specialties like black bee honey.
Day 6:Xinyuan → Nalati Sky Grassland → Nalati Town (approx. 1-hour drive)
Spend the whole day exploring Nalati Grassland. Take the shuttle bus to the summit of the Nomad’s Home and participate in a local family visit (including experiences like milking cows and making nang bread). In the evening, join a grassland bonfire party (complimentary from May 1) and sample roast whole lamb and kumis (fermented mare’s milk).
Day 7:Nalati → Duku Highway → Urumqi (approx. 8-hour drive)
Travel along the northern section of the Duku Highway, with stops at the Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery and the Hashilegen Daban snow wall. Arrive in Urumqi in the afternoon and check into a hotel near the high-speed rail station for convenient departure the next day.

🌄[Route Highlights: A Visual Feast of Grasslands, Lakes, and Canyons]Day 8:Departure from Urumqi
Transfer to the airport according to your flight schedule and conclude the tour.
💰 [Price Information:Transparent Pricing with No Hidden Costs]
The cost range for the 8-day Ili group tour in 2026 is 2980-4580 RMB per person, with the following breakdown:
Basic Fees (Included):
Accommodation:7 nights in comfortable hotels (including lakeside rooms at Sayram Lake and characteristic homestays in Nalati)
Transportation:Air-conditioned tour bus for the entire journey (including fuel and toll fees)
Admission Tickets:First entrance tickets to Sayram Lake, Nalati, Kalajun, etc.
Meals:6 hotel breakfasts + 3 special dinners (including大盘鸡 (big plate chicken), roast whole lamb, etc.)
Services:Licensed guide讲解 (explanation) + travel agency liability insurance

The Ili River Valley, known as the ‘Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall,’ boasts an average summer temperature of 20-28°C, making it a popular destination for summer escape and nature exploration in 2026. This 8-day loop connects core attractions such as Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Kalajun Grassland, and the Duku Highway, covering four major landscapes: lakes, snow-capped mountains, forests, and canyons. The average daily driving time is kept under 3 hours, balancing depth and comfort.Optional Fees (Paid on Site):
Shuttle Buses in Scenic Areas:Sayram Lake: 145 RMB, Nalati: 140 RMB, Xiata: 80 RMB
Experience Activities:Horseback riding on the grassland: 100 RMB/hour, Aerial photography on the Duku Highway: 200 RMB/session
Meals:Dinners are on an AA basis, with an average of 30-50 RMB per person per meal
📝 [Registration Method and Fee Information]
You can register through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency, with the following process:
Consultation Channels:Contact customer service manager Zhang Jing to obtain a detailed itinerary and contract template
Group Formation Rules:Minimum 4 people to form a group, maximum 12 people per group. Early booking 20 days in advance enjoys a discount.
Fee Payment:Pay a deposit upon signing the contract and the remaining balance 7 days before departure

📅[Simple Itinerary: Key Daily Arrangements]Special Reminder:For solo travelers, we will try our best to arrange room-sharing. If a single room is required, an additional room fee of 800 RMB is needed.
📌 [Service Guarantees and Precautions]
Contract Terms:
Included items and self-paid items are clearly listed with no hidden costs
In case of itinerary changes due to weather or policies, both parties will negotiate a solution
Meal Standards:Breakfast is buffet-style, and dinner is an 8-dish, 1-soup table meal
Equipment Suggestions:
From June to August, bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a windbreaker (large temperature difference at Sayram Lake in the morning and evening)
The Duku Highway is recommended for vehicles under 7 seats. Large groups may need to transfer in sections.

Day 1: Gather in UrumqiEthnic Taboos:Obtain consent before photographing people. No loud noise is allowed inside temples.
🍉 [Local Food Recommendations]
The itinerary includes 3 special meals. Additionally, you can freely try:
In Yining City:Gulandam Ice Cream Shop (a century-old store, original flavor 9.9 RMB/ball)
In Nalati Town:Lin’s Homestyle Restaurant (fried meat with noodles 25 RMB/portion)
In Tekes County:Lijie Night Market (roast nang with yogurt, 15 RMB per person)
⚠ ️[Important Reminders]
Scenic Area Policies:Self-driving at Sayram Lake requires advance registration 3 days in advance via the ‘One Phone for Sayram Lake Travel’ mini-program
Transportation Tips:There are 3 daily flights from Urumqi to Yining. We recommend taking an early flight to avoid delays
Contract Signing:All promises are subject to the written contract. Oral agreements are not legally binding
In 2026, the tourism market in Ili will be under stricter regulation. Choosing a正规 (formal) travel agency can avoid ‘discount group traps.’ Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency provides 24-hour emergency services. If forced consumption occurs during the trip, you can call 12301 to complain. We recommend choosing a comfortable package (3500-4000 RMB) or a quality package (4000-4500 RMB) based on your budget, balancing cost-effectiveness and experience.

Contact Manager Guo Jing at 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send the itinerary and quotation.