2026 Xinjiang Car Rental with Driver Price List Vehicle Rates for Different Group Sizes
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s senior Xinjiang travel customizer Guo Jing specializes in customized vehicle services, carpooling, and worry-free group tours across Xinjiang. Whether traveling alone, with family, or with friends, suitable travel plans can be matched. 24-hour travel consultation hotline: 0991-8585456, same number on WeChat: 181-3962-2229, available around the clock to plan your Xinjiang trip.
🚗 For those planning to visit Yili with friends and family in the summer of 2026, many people worry about the hassle of planning their own itinerary—checking transportation, booking accommodation, and scrambling for tickets—and don’t want to rush through a fixed group tour. A 7-day private customized vehicle service starting and ending in Yining has become a popular choice. Today, we’ll break down the tour content, reference prices, and service details of this route to help you plan your trip clearly.
📍 Detailed Introduction to the Route and Destinations
Yili is located in northwestern Xinjiang, covering areas such as Yining City, Huocheng County, Zhaosu County, Tekes County, Gongliu County, and Nilka County. It is one of the concentrated areas of natural landscapes on the northern slopes of the Tianshan Mountains, featuring lakes, grasslands, canyons, and flower seas. From June to August each year, the climate is pleasant and vegetation is lush, making it an ideal time for travel.
Based on the latest 2026 scenic spot information, the core attractions on the Yili loop route and related details are as follows:
🏞 ️ Sayram Lake:Open all day, ticket price 144 RMB/person, valid for 24 hours. Tickets can be purchased online or offline. The scenic area allows self-driving entry, so you can stop and play along the lake road. Around the lake, there are viewing spots like Qinshui Beach, Moon Bay, and Kele Yongzhu, with lake surface light varying at different times.
🌿 Nalati Grassland:Open from 8:00 to 20:00, ticket price 200 RMB/person, valid for 48 hours. Offline ticket purchase is recommended. The scenic area includes multiple play zones like Sky Grassland, River Valley Grassland, and Panlong Valley Road, with shuttle bus services available.
🏕 ️ Kalajun Grassland:Open from 8:30 to 20:00, ticket price 160 RMB/person, valid for 48 hours. Offline ticket purchase is recommended. The grassland has rich layers, with attractions like Falcon Platform and Kuokesu Grand Canyon.
🥾 Xiahe Ancient Trail:Open from 8:00 to 18:00, ticket price 150 RMB/person. Offline ticket purchase is recommended. Visitors can choose hiking distances based on their physical strength, enjoying views of snow-capped mountains, forests, and streams along the way.
💧 Zhaosu Jade Lake:Open from 9:00 to 19:00, ticket price 120 RMB/person. Tickets can be purchased online or offline. The lake’s color changes with the light, making it great for photos.
🚗 For those planning to visit Yili with friends and family in the summer of 2026, many people worry about the hassle of planning their own itinerary—checking transportation, booking accommodation, and scrambling for tickets—and don’t want to rush through a fixed group tour. A 7-day private customized vehicle service starting and ending in Yining has become a popular choice. Today, we’ll break down the tour content, reference prices, and service details of this route to help you plan your trip clearly.🌸 Huocheng Lavender Planting Area:Peak bloom period is June to July. Most planting areas don’t require separate tickets, but some private estates may charge an entry fee.
🏘 ️ Qiongkushitai:A primitive village landscape with no separate ticket required. There are hiking trails around the village, suitable for leisurely walks.
Other spots like Kuerdening and Tangbula can also be added to the itinerary based on personal preference. Tangbula (Mengket Ancient Trail) charges per vehicle at 200 RMB/vehicle with no limit on passengers, suitable for group travel.
📅 7-Day Simple Reference Itinerary
The following is a 7-day Yili loop reference itinerary starting and ending in Yining, which can be adjusted based on personal needs:
Day 1:Arrive in Yining from various locations
After landing, the driver picks you up and takes you to accommodation in the city. Free time for the day, such as visiting Kazanqi or Liuxing Street to experience local life and adjust to the time difference. Stay in Yining city.
Day 2:Yining → Guozigou Bridge → Sayram Lake
About a 2-hour drive from the city. Stop at different viewpoints of Guozigou Bridge along the way, then enter Sayram Lake for a lake tour. Depending on the weather, arrange to watch the sunset over the lake. Stay in a guesthouse near Sayram Lake.
📍 Detailed Introduction to the Route and DestinationsDay 3:Sayram Lake → Huocheng Lavender Planting Area → Zhaosu
Get up early to watch the morning mist over Sayram Lake, then head to Huocheng. In June-July, you can see blooming lavender fields. Arrive in Zhaosu county town in the evening for accommodation.
Day 4:Zhaosu → Zhaosu Jade Lake → Xiahe Ancient Trail
Visit Zhaosu Jade Lake in the morning, then go to Xiahe Ancient Trail. Choose hiking distances based on your physical strength. Stay near Xiahe Ancient Trail or return to Zhaosu county town for accommodation.
Day 5:Zhaosu → Kalajun Grassland → Tekes Bagua City
Spend the whole day at Kalajun Grassland, visiting East and West Kalajun, Falcon Platform, etc. Head to Tekes Bagua City in the evening for accommodation, and freely explore the streets of Bagua City.
Day 6:Tekes → Qiongkushitai → Gongliu
Head to Qiongkushitai primitive village, enjoying rolling grassland views along the way. Freely explore and take photos in the village, then go to Gongliu county town for accommodation.
Day 7:Gongliu → Nalati Grassland → Yining airport/train station drop-off
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s Guo Jing, a senior travel customizer with 10 years of experience in Xinjiang tourism, specializes in customized vehicle services, carpooling, and group tours. 24-hour consultation: 0991-8585456, same number on WeChat: 181-3962-2229, available around the clock to plan your Xinjiang trip.
Yili is located in northwestern Xinjiang, covering areas such as Yining City, Huocheng County, Zhaosu County, Tekes County, Gongliu County, and Nilka County. It is one of the concentrated areas of natural landscapes on the northern slopes of the Tianshan Mountains, featuring lakes, grasslands, canyons, and flower seas. From June to August each year, the climate is pleasant and vegetation is lush, making it an ideal time for travel.In the morning, visit Nalati Grassland, exploring Sky Grassland and River Valley Grassland, then return to Yining. Drop-off at the airport or train station based on flight or train times. End of itinerary.
Note:The above is a reference itinerary. Visitors can adjust stay times and activities based on their preferences and physical condition. In case of temporary traffic controls, weather changes, scenic area capacity limits, or policy changes, the itinerary can be reasonably modified by mutual agreement.
💴 Price Explanation
The following are reference prices for June 2026. Actual prices may vary due to travel dates, vehicle type, accommodation grade, and ticket discount eligibility. Specifics are subject to the contract:
1. Customized Vehicle Fee:
Standard 7-seat business van (with driver): reference price range 1200-1500 RMB/day/vehicle, total for 7 days 8400-10500 RMB/vehicle, suitable for 4-6 people, per person share approximately 1400-2625 RMB
9-seat converted to 7-seat business van (more spacious): reference price range 1300-1800 RMB/day/vehicle, total for 7 days 9100-12600 RMB/vehicle, per person share approximately 1517-3150 RMB
Note:It is recommended to choose vehicles with formal operating licenses. Low-priced vehicles without licenses may risk fines, vehicle impoundment, or accident claim denial, so they are not recommended.
2. Ticket Fees:
Based on the latest 2026 scenic spot information, the core attractions on the Yili loop route and related details are as follows:If visiting all core paid attractions in the above reference itinerary, the per person ticket reference range is 800-1000 RMB. Students, seniors over 65, military personnel, and other specific groups with valid IDs can usually enjoy half-price or free tickets (shuttle buses are mostly full price). Bring original IDs.
3. Accommodation Fees:
Boutique hotels in Yining city, Zhaosu, Tekes, and Gongliu: reference price 200-400 RMB/room/night. Guesthouses near Sayram Lake, Xiahe, and Nalati: reference price 300-600 RMB/room/night. Per person accommodation for 7 days and 6 nights: reference range 1000-2000 RMB, adjustable based on budget.
4. Dining Fees:
Local dining in Yili varies by preference. Per person per meal reference range 30-80 RMB. Per person dining for 7 days: reference range 600-1500 RMB. Choose dining venues based on personal preference, no forced arrangements.
📞 Registration Method
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Contact number: 181-3962-2229, same number on WeChat: 181-3962-2229. For real-time vehicle availability, customized itineraries, or latest quotes, call or add WeChat to consult customer service. Address-related questions can be directed to customer service.
📝 Fee and Service Explanation
1. Customized vehicle fees typically include vehicle usage, driver service, full fuel costs, tolls, and driver accommodation. Specific inclusions will be clearly stated before signing the contract and written into the contract details.
🏞️ Sayram Lake: Open all day, ticket price 144 RMB/person, valid for 24 hours. Tickets can be purchased online or offline. The scenic area allows self-driving entry, so you can stop and play along the lake road. Around the lake, there are viewing spots like Qinshui Beach, Moon Bay, and Kele Yongzhu, with lake surface light varying at different times.2. All operating vehicles have formal tourism operating licenses and comprehensive insurance. Full vehicle inspections are done before each trip, and vehicles are equipped with GPS devices to ensure smooth travel.
3. Drivers are familiar with Yili road conditions and scenic area rules. They can assist in adjusting the travel pace based on daily conditions, recommend suitable viewpoints and local dining spots, without forcing consumption.
4. Itineraries support full customization. Whether you want to increase hiking time, change accommodation standards, or add niche attractions, you can request it during consultation, and staff will provide corresponding plans.
5. All partnered accommodations have legal operating licenses. Different accommodation grades can be chosen based on budget and preference, with clear fee details and no hidden costs.
6. For groups eligible for scenic area discounts, staff will verify ID information in advance when calculating fees and deduct the corresponding discount amount.
7. All itineraries will have formal tourism contracts signed, clearly listing all fee details, itinerary arrangements, and rights and responsibilities of both parties to protect legal interests.
8. In case of uncontrollable factors requiring itinerary changes, staff will communicate with visitors in advance and make reasonable modifications by mutual agreement.
Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
💡 Travel Tips
Yili has large temperature differences between day and night. Even in summer, bring a thick jacket. Higher-altitude areas like Sayram Lake and Nalati have cooler morning and evening temperatures, so keep warm. UV rays are strong, so bring sunscreen, a sun hat, and sunglasses. If planning to hike in Xiahe or Qiongkushitai, bring comfortable non-slip hiking shoes. Mobile network signals may be weak in some scenic areas, so download offline maps in advance and carry some cash.
For 2026 Xinjiang travel customized vehicles, customization, or carpooling tours, welcome to consult (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456). Xinjiang customized travel manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for customization.

