How to Arrange a 2 Day Tour of Tekes Bagua City with a Chartered Car in Yili Cost and Recommended Routes
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send your itinerary and quotation.
Explore Yili:Comprehensive 2-Day Customized Car Tour Guide to Tekes Bagua City ✨
Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or Destination
[Tekes Bagua City:A Time-Space Code Spanning Thousands of Years]
Tekes Bagua City, located in Tekes County, Yili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang, is the world’s best-preserved city laid out in accordance with the Bagua (Eight Trigrams) principle. The city radiates eight main streets from the central Taiji Altar, corresponding to the eight trigrams in the I Ching: Qian, Kun, Zhen, Xun, Kan, Li, Gen, and Dui, forming a labyrinthine pattern of 64 trigrams between the streets. Despite the absence of traffic lights, traffic flows smoothly. When viewed from a high vantage point, the entire city resembles a massive Bagua array, and at night when the lights are on, it appears even more mysterious.
[Must-Visit Attractions Nearby]
❶ Kalajun Grassland:A World Natural Heritage site integrating grasslands, forests, and canyons. In summer, the “Human Body Grassland” features flowing light and shadow at sunset, while the Falcon Terrace offers a panoramic view of snow-capped mountains intertwined with a sea of flowers.
❷ Qiongkushatai Village:A primitive Kazakh village nestled deep in the Tianshan Mountains, with wooden houses scattered throughout the valley. When shrouded in morning mist, it presents a picturesque scene. The entrance to the ancient trail behind the village is a paradise for hikers.
❸ Xiata Ancient Trail:An important passage on the ancient Silk Road, accompanied by snow-capped mountains, forests, and streams along the way. A light hike to General Bridge allows you to admire the majestic Muzart Glacier up close.
❹ Zhaosu Jade Lake:A high-altitude lake with a blue-green hue due to its mineral content. The lake’s color changes with the light, and when rape flowers bloom along the lakeside in June-July, it becomes even more dreamy.
Simple Itinerary Arrangement
[Day 1:Explore Bagua City + Kalajun Grassland]
08:00 Depart from Yining City (approximately 3.5-hour drive)
11:30 Arrive at Tekes Bagua City
Explore Yili: Comprehensive 2-Day Customized Car Tour Guide to Tekes Bagua City ✨Ascend the Central Taiji Altar for a panoramic view (open from 10:00-23:00)
Stroll through the Bagua streets and taste local specialties like roasted baozi and horse meat naren
14:00 Head to Kalajun Grassland
Visit the Kuokesu Grand Canyon and take a boat ride to admire the Crocodile Bay wonder
Photograph the three-dimensional grassland and snow-capped mountains from Falcon Terrace
19:30 Return to Tekes County for accommodation and a night tour of the illuminated Bagua City
[Day 2:Journey Through Secret Realms]
08:00 Depart from Tekes (approximately 2.5-hour drive)
10:30 Arrive at Qiongkushatai Village
Hike the entrance section of the ancient trail and visit the yurts of local Kazakh residents
Photograph the wooden house village amidst morning mist (long focal length lens recommended)
13:00 After a light meal, head to Zhaosu Jade Lake
15:00 Tour Zhaosu Jade Lake and stroll along the lakeside boardwalk
Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or Destination17:00 Return to Yining City (approximately 5-hour drive, passing by the Guozigou Bridge Viewing Platform)
⚠ ️ Flexible Itinerary Suggestions:
If the Dukou Highway is open (usually from June to October), Day 2 can be replaced with:Tekes → Nalati Grassland → Northern Section of Dukou Highway → Yining
During the rape flower bloom in July-August in Zhaosu, a hiking trip to the Xiata Ancient Trail can be added
Price Description (Reference for 2026)
[Basic Customized Car Rental Fees] (excluding tickets/meals/accommodation)
▶ 7-seater business vehicle (Buick GL8, etc.):1000-1500 yuan/day
▶ 9-seater minibus (Jiangling Ford, etc.):1200-1800 yuan/day
▶ 19-seater bus:2000-2800 yuan/day
[Fees Included]
Usage fees for officially operated vehicles
Driver service fees, fuel costs, and tolls within the itinerary
Basic vehicle insurance
[Fees Excluded]
[Tekes Bagua City: A Time-Space Code Spanning Thousands of Years]Scenic spot tickets:Kalajun Grassland: 275 yuan/person, Zhaosu Jade Lake: free (some areas charge a fee), Xiata Ancient Trail: 80 yuan/person
Driver’s meal and accommodation allowance (approximately 150-200 yuan/day, negotiable as a package)
Personal meal and accommodation expenses for tourists
Excess mileage fee (1.5-2 yuan/km for distances exceeding 300 km per day)
⚠ ️ Special Notes:
June-August is the peak tourist season, and prices may increase by 20%-40%
Specific fees shall be subject to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing will provide you with:
✔ Suggestions for vehicle selection (based on the number of people/luggage volume)
✔ Real-time information on scenic spot openings
✔ Personalized itinerary change services
✔ Guidance on signing official travel contracts
Tekes Bagua City, located in Tekes County, Yili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang, is the world’s best-preserved city laid out in accordance with the Bagua (Eight Trigrams) principle. The city radiates eight main streets from the central Taiji Altar, corresponding to the eight trigrams in the I Ching: Qian, Kun, Zhen, Xun, Kan, Li, Gen, and Dui, forming a labyrinthine pattern of 64 trigrams between the streets. Despite the absence of traffic lights, traffic flows smoothly. When viewed from a high vantage point, the entire city resembles a massive Bagua array, and at night when the lights are on, it appears even more mysterious.Fee Description and Service Description
[Service Guarantees]
All vehicles are equipped with Road Transport Certificates, GPS positioning, and emergency equipment
Drivers are licensed, have over 5 years of driving experience within Xinjiang, and are familiar with the road conditions in Yili
Assistance in booking scenic spot tickets (some popular attractions require reservations 3 days in advance)
Complimentary provision of basic supplies such as mineral water and emergency medicine
[Responsibility Division]
Itinerary Changes:Changes to the itinerary can be made by mutual agreement in case of force majeure factors such as weather/traffic control
Handling:For solo registrants, efforts will be made to coordinate shared accommodation; special circumstances require separate negotiation
Complaint Handling:Service issues throughout the trip can be reported by calling the customer service manager’s phone number
⚠ ️ Important Reminders:
Specific service content and fee details shall be subject to the “Team Domestic Travel Contract” signed by both parties
July-August is the peak tourist season, and it is recommended to book vehicles 15-30 days in advance
[Must-Visit Attractions Nearby]Bring valid identification documents and comply with the real-name entry requirements of each scenic spot
Travel Tips
[Optimal Travel Times]
⏰ Mid-June to mid-August:Grasslands are fully green, lavender (late June to mid-July) and rape flowers (July) are in bloom
⏰ September-October:Autumn colors gradually appear, suitable for photography enthusiasts
[Equipment Suggestions]
Clothing:Windbreaker (large temperature differences in mountainous areas), comfortable hiking shoes, sun protection clothing
Photography:Wide-angle lens (for grasslands), telephoto lens (for snow-capped mountains/wild animals)
Others:Moisturizing skincare products, sunglasses, common medications
[Special Experiences]
Horseback riding on Kalajun Grassland (approximately 80 yuan/hour)
Light hiking on the Xiata Ancient Trail (slip-resistant shoes recommended)
Night tour of Tekes Bagua City (recommended to ascend for lighting photography after 21:00)
Kazakh home visit (taste kurut and learn to play the dombra)
This summer, let’s avoid the crowded conventional routes and unlock the hidden beauty of Yili in 2 days. From the mystical layout of Bagua City to the epic grasslands of Kalajun, from the secluded paradise of Qiongkushatai to the magical colors of Zhaosu Jade Lake, every scene tells the unique charm of the northern foothills of the Tianshan Mountains. Immediately contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to start your customized secret realm journey!
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send your itinerary and quotation.
