How Much Does a 2 Day Tour to Yili Cost Weekend Travel Expense Breakdown Recommended Routes and Price Details
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
[Yili Weekend In-Depth Tour:A 2-Day Immersive Experience of Grasslands and Canyons]
🌄 Itinerary Highlights:Exploring Hidden Gems Away from the Crowds
Yili’s summer is a green poem, but most tourists only know the vastness of Nalati Grassland and seldom venture into the hidden corners of the Tianshan Mountains. This itinerary focuses on “off-the-beaten-path + in-depth” exploration, selecting two newly opened ecological zones in 2026:Kurduning Spruce Forest and Qiapuqihai Water Highway, paired with the traditional scenic spot of Kalajun Grassland, forming a three-dimensional landscape belt of “grassland-forest-lake.” The itinerary includes special home visits to local families of various ethnic groups to experience traditional life such as milking cows and making nang bread, and to feel the cultural integration of different ethnic groups.
🚌 Simple Itinerary (New Version for 2026)
[Day 1:Symphony of Grassland and Forest]
07:30 Gather in Yining City (consult customer service for specific meeting point)
08:00 Take a bus along the western section of the Yizhao Highway to Kalajun Grassland (2.5-hour drive)
10:30 Arrive at Kalajun Falcon Platform, hike 2 kilometers to Flower Platform, enjoying the colorful flower sea and snow-capped spruce forests along the way
13:00 Grassland picnic (providing ethnic flavor meal boxes:baursak, milk tea, dried meat)
14:30 Head to Kurduning Scenic Area (1-hour drive)
15:30 Venture deep into the heart of the spruce forest, hike 3 kilometers to the Ayousai Viewing Platform, overlooking the entire river valley
[Yili Weekend In-Depth Tour: A 2-Day Immersive Experience of Grasslands and Canyons]18:00 Check into an eco-wooden house in Gongliu County (includes dinner:roast whole lamb/stewed wild mushrooms with local chicken, choose one)
[Day 2:Exploration of Lakes and Canyons]
08:00 After breakfast, head to Qiapuqihai Reservoir (1.5-hour drive)
09:30 Take a painted boat to tour the plateau lake, passing by the hydroelectric power station dam viewing platform
11:00 Cross the water highway, stopping at 3 viewing platforms along the way to photograph the “ink wash canyon”
13:00 Lunch in Tekes County (recommended to try horse meat naren)
14:30 Return to Yining City, visiting Huocheng Lavender Manor (limited to June-July) along the way
17:00 Arrive in Yining City and disband
💰 Price Description (Reference for 2026)
Adult Price:1280 RMB/person
Child Price (ages 6-12):880 RMB/person (no bed, includes admission tickets)
🌄 Itinerary Highlights: Exploring Hidden Gems Away from the Crowds：300 RMB/person
Fees Include:
Transportation:19-seat air-conditioned tour bus (including fuel and toll fees)
Accommodation:Four-star eco-wooden house in Gongliu County (includes breakfast)
Admission Tickets:Combined ticket for Kalajun + Kurduning + Qiapuqihai (worth 320 RMB)
Meals:3 main meals + 1 breakfast (standard of 50 RMB/person for main meals)
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance + travel accident insurance
Services:Professional guide explanations + unlimited supply of mineral water
Price Fluctuation Description:
1. Prices increase by 15%-20% during the lavender blooming season in June-July and the National Day Golden Week
2. Group bookings of 4 or more people enjoy a 5% discount
Yili’s summer is a green poem, but most tourists only know the vastness of Nalati Grassland and seldom venture into the hidden corners of the Tianshan Mountains. This itinerary focuses on “off-the-beaten-path + in-depth” exploration, selecting two newly opened ecological zones in 2026: Kurduning Spruce Forest and Qiapuqihai Water Highway, paired with the traditional scenic spot of Kalajun Grassland, forming a three-dimensional landscape belt of “grassland-forest-lake.” The itinerary includes special home visits to local families of various ethnic groups to experience traditional life such as milking cows and making nang bread, and to feel the cultural integration of different ethnic groups.3. Specific prices are confirmed on the day the contract is signed and may change with the tour schedule
📝 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, providing the following information:
1. Names of participants + valid ID numbers (for purchasing insurance)
2. Contact phone number (keep it accessible)
3. Special needs (such as dietary restrictions, mobility issues, etc.)
💡 Fee Description and Service Description
1. Fees do not include: personal consumption, self-funded items (such as horse riding at 80 RMB/hour), additional fees due to traffic delays or policy changes
2. Group formation description: The tour departs with a minimum of 10 people and a maximum of 20 people
3. Room-sharing rules: Single registrants will be coordinated for room-sharing as much as possible; if room-sharing is not possible, an additional fee is required
4. Weather response: In case of extreme weather such as heavy rain/mudslides, both parties can agree to change the itinerary order or replace with indoor attractions
🚌 Simple Itinerary (New Version for 2026)5. Policy changes: If the scenic area is temporarily closed or has limited capacity, it will be replaced with an attraction of equal value (such as the Xiata Ancient Road)
6. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing
🌿 Seasonal Limited Tips
The 2026 Yili tourism season runs from May 1 to October 15, with optimal viewing periods for each attraction:
May:Kalajun wild apple blossom sea
June:Lavender Manor (Huocheng/Princess Jieyou Farm)
July-August:Summer retreat in Kurduning Spruce Forest
September:Autumn reflections at Qiapuqihai
October:Golden meadow at Kalajun
⚠ ⚠️ Precautions
1. Document preparation: Bring original valid documents; children need household registration books
[Day 1: Symphony of Grassland and Forest]2. Clothing suggestions: Large temperature differences between day and night on the grassland; bring a windbreaker + sun protection gear
3. Environmental requirements: Prohibit carrying disposable plastic products into the protected area
4. Photography tips: Optimal time for photographing morning fog in Kurduning is 07:00-08:30
5. Ethnic etiquette: When visiting local families, do not step on the threshold or touch the head
📞 Consultation Channels
For details such as available tour dates and child policies, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Staff will provide customized advice based on your needs and send electronic itineraries and contract templates.
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[Data Verification Description]
1. Scenic area opening hours: Confirmed through the April 2026 announcement on the Yili Prefecture Culture and Tourism official website
2. Transportation schedules: Verified with the Yining Passenger Transport Station’s summer 2026 timetable
3. Ticket price information: Cited from the combined ticket policy implemented by Kalajun Scenic Area on May 1, 2026
4. Accommodation standards: Referenced from the 2026 star-rated homestay evaluation results of Gongliu County Culture and Tourism
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
