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Explore Yili, Xinjiang:2026 8-Day In-Depth Group Tour of Grasslands in Xinjiang: Complete Guide✨
[Route Highlights:A Visual Feast Through the Heart of the Tianshan Mountains]
Yili, Xinjiang, is renowned as the “Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall.” Summer 2026 (June-August) is the prime viewing period for the grasslands. This 8-day in-depth tour connects three core landscapes:
Sayram Lake ‘Blue Tears’ 🌊:The highest-altitude and largest alpine lake in Xinjiang, its waters shift from Tiffany blue to deep blue with the light. The 60km lakeshore features 12 scenic spots, including Kele Yongzhu and Swan’s Delight.
Three-Dimensional Grassland of Kalajun 🌿:A UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, areas like Flower Terrace and Falcon Terrace showcase unique “human-shaped grassland” topography. In June, wildflowers bloom, offering perfect opportunities for oil-painting-like photos.
Nalati Floating Grassland 🐎:A cloud-top meadow at 2,200 meters altitude. Local herders move here in summer, allowing visitors to experience horseback riding through flower fields and watch traditional milking.
[Simple Itinerary:Scientific Pacing to Avoid Aesthetic Fatigue]
Day 1:Urumqi Assembly Day
Recommended Free Activities:Taste grilled stuffed buns and yogurt zongzi at the International Bazaar; visit the Xinjiang Museum to see the “Loulan Princess” mummy.
Accommodation:4-star city hotel (breakfast included)
Day 2:Urumqi → Sayram Lake (560km, 7h)

Explore Yili, Xinjiang: 2026 8-Day In-Depth Group Tour of Grasslands in Xinjiang: Complete Guide✨Core Experience:Self-drive around the lake + lakeside camping in a motorhome; capture sunset silhouettes of the Guozigou Bridge in the evening.
Dining:Camp-style cold-water fish feast
Day 3:Sayram Lake → Huocheng Lavender Farm → Yining (280km, 4h)
Special Arrangement:In mid-to-late June, visit the 6,500-acre lavender fields at Huocheng’s Jieyou Princess Farm, with French wicker baskets provided for pastoral-style photos.
Accommodation:Russian-style guesthouse in Yining’s Six-Star Street
Day 4:Yining → Kalajun Grassland → Tekes (180km, 3.5h)
In-Depth Experience:Ride an all-terrain vehicle from Flower Terrace to Falcon Terrace; professional photographer captures grassland portraits.
Dining:Local hand-grabbed mutton + baursak breakfast
Day 5:Tekes → Qiongkushai Village → Nalati (320km, 6h)
Secret Exploration:Hike 3km along the Wusun Ancient Road; visit century-old wooden villages and taste freshly squeezed hot milk.
Accommodation:Eco-hotel inside Nalati Scenic Area

[Route Highlights: A Visual Feast Through the Heart of the Tianshan Mountains]Day 6:Full-Day In-Depth Tour of Nalati
Must-Do Activities:
9:00 AM Horseback ride from Nomad’s Home to Snow Lotus Valley (2h)
2:00 PM Watch goat-grabbing competitions in the river valley grassland
7:00 PM Join a bonfire party and learn the Black Walking Horse dance
Day 7:Nalati → Duku Highway → Urumqi (520km, 8h)
Scenic Highway:Traverse the northern section of the Duku Highway, passing the Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery and Haxilegen Daban Glacier; oxygen tanks provided for altitude changes.
Dining:Lamb stew with pancakes at Qiaoerma Service Area
Day 8:Urumqi Departure Day
Souvenir Recommendations:Shop for dried figs and snow chrysanthemum tea at Hualing Market; check packaging carefully.
[Price Details:Transparent Pricing, No Hidden Fees]

Yili, Xinjiang, is renowned as the “Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall.” Summer 2026 (June-August) is the prime viewing period for the grasslands. This 8-day in-depth tour connects three core landscapes:In 2026, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency offers three package tiers:
Budget:4,980 RMB/person
Includes:3-star hotel stays, standard tour bus, team meals (8 dishes + 1 soup)
Target Audience:Budget-conscious students, solo travelers
Quality:6,580 RMB/person
Includes:4-star hotels/特色民宿 (characteristic guesthouses), 15-seat air-conditioned minibus, 3 special meals (cold-water fish feast/hand-grabbed mutton/roast whole lamb)
Target Audience:Families, photography enthusiasts
High-End Custom:9,800 RMB/person
Includes:5-star hotels/luxury tents, 7-seat business vehicle, dedicated photographer, VIP scenic area access
Target Audience:Honeymooners, business receptions
⚠ ️Special Notes:

Sayram Lake ‘Blue Tears’ 🌊: The highest-altitude and largest alpine lake in Xinjiang, its waters shift from Tiffany blue to deep blue with the light. The 60km lakeshore features 12 scenic spots, including Kele Yongzhu and Swan’s Delight.Price Includes:Transportation, accommodation, admission fees (Sayram Lake 145 RMB/Kalajun 140 RMB/Nalati 135 RMB), guide services
Price Excludes:Round-trip airfare, personal expenses, optional in-park activities (e.g., 280 RMB/hour for horseback riding in Nalati)
Child Policy:Free admission for children under 1.2m; 800 RMB discount if not occupying a bed
Solo Travelers:Room-sharing coordination attempted; single room supplement required if unavailable (Budget 600 RMB/Quality 1,200 RMB/High-End 2,000 RMB)
Final pricing subject to actual consultation and contract signing; prices may fluctuate based on departure date.
[Registration Method:Professional Team Ensures Safety]
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; contact customer service manager Zhang Jing.
[Service Guarantees:20 Detailed Standards]
Vehicle Standards:Vehicles under 5 years old; mandatory 20-minute rest every 4 hours; equipped with first aid kits and car chargers
Guide Team:Certified guides + local experts; safety briefings before each day’s itinerary
Dining Standards:Partner restaurants must provide 48-hour food safety reports; team meals reserved for 48 hours

Three-Dimensional Grassland of Kalajun 🌿: A UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, areas like Flower Terrace and Falcon Terrace showcase unique “human-shaped grassland” topography. In June, wildflowers bloom, offering perfect opportunities for oil-painting-like photos.Emergency Response:24-hour emergency contact; green channel established with Urumqi’s top hospitals
Insurance Coverage:Travel agency liability insurance (max 2 million RMB payout) + travel accident insurance (including altitude sickness coverage)
[Travel Tips:Details Even Locals Don’t Know]
Clothing Guide:Use the “three-layer method” – moisture-wicking base layer + fleece/thin down + windproof outer shell; 15°C temperature difference between day and night in pastoral areas
Sun Protection:Reapply SPF50+ sunscreen every 2 hours; pair with UPF50+ face mask for best results
Payment Methods:Carry 500 RMB cash for remote areas; some homestays only accept cash
Cultural Taboos:Ask for permission before photographing people; remove shoes and have women cover their heads when entering certain spaces
Eco-Friendly Practices:Drones prohibited in scenic areas; bring trash bags for “leave no trace” travel
[Special Experiences:Unlock Hidden Gems]
Sayram Lake Morning Mist Photography:Take the 5:30 AM first shuttle to Songshu Head for surreal cloud reflections on the lake
Kalajun Stargazing Camping:Set up professional telescopes at Flower Terrace; guides explain summer triangle constellations
Nalati Herder Homestay:Make traditional dairy products with local families; learn to play the dombra instrument
This route, newly evaluated by the Xinjiang Culture and Tourism Department in 2026, is included in the “Xinjiang Premium Tourism Route Library.” It avoids shopping stops and hidden fees, with a 97.6% satisfaction rate and over 40% repeat booking rate based on the past three years of traveler feedback. Whether it’s your first visit to Xinjiang or you’re a seasoned traveler seeking depth, this 8-day journey promises unforgettable Western Region memories.

Contact Manager Wang Fei at 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation.