2025 Yizhao Highway Tour Private Car or Carpooling Departure Details + Route Recommendations Recommended Routes Cost and Price

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Exploring the Yizhao Highway:The Ultimate Guide to a Customized Car Rental and Carpooling Deep Tour in 2026✨
As one of Xinjiang’s “internet-famous highways,” the Yizhao Highway attracts countless travelers with its ruggedness and grandeur. In 2026, improved traffic conditions and surrounding landscapes make it a popular choice for summer self-drive and customized car tours. This article provides a practical guide for planned visitors, covering route features, itinerary planning, cost breakdowns, and service guarantees.
1. Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination: The “Highlight Moments” of the Yizhao Highway
The Yizhao Highway (Provincial Road S237) runs approximately 180 kilometers from Yining City in the north to Zhaosu County in the south. It is recommended for limited-time summer access each year (usually from mid-June to early October, subject to official announcements). This highway traverses the Wusun Mountains, combining snow-capped peaks, grasslands, forests, and canyons along the way, earning it the nickname “condensed version of the Duku Highway.”
Key Landscape Highlights:
Baishi Peak Viewing Platform:Jagged stone peaks over 3,000 meters above sea level, offering picturesque views when shrouded in clouds and mist.
Angelete Daban Pass:The highest point on the highway, providing a panoramic view of layered spruce forests and winding mountain roads below.
Zhaosu Grassland:In summer, fields of rape flowers and perilla flowers intertwine, while herds of Ili horses gallop across the grassland.
Xiata Ancient Trail:A hidden gem adjacent to the Yizhao Highway, where snow-capped peaks, glaciers, forests, and grasslands converge—a paradise for hikers.
Traffic Tips:
The Yizhao Highway is recommended for vehicles with 7 seats or fewer. Daily access hours are from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM; night driving is prohibited.

Exploring the Yizhao Highway: The Ultimate Guide to a Customized Car Rental and Carpooling Deep Tour in 2026✨The highway features numerous sharp bends and steep slopes, with some sections lacking guardrails. Drive cautiously or choose an experienced driver.
2. Simple Itinerary: 7-Day Circular Deep Tour (Starting and Ending in Yining)
Combining the Yizhao Highway with surrounding classic attractions, we recommend the following 7-day itinerary that balances natural scenery and cultural experiences:
Day 1:Gathering in Yining · Acclimatization
Afternoon:Arrive in Yining City, check into your hotel, and enjoy free time. We recommend visiting the Kazanqi Folk Village to stroll through blue alleyways and sample handmade ice cream and baked buns.
Evening:Head to Liuxing Street to experience the vibrant atmosphere of multi-ethnic integration and photograph European-style architecture and specialty handicraft shops.
Day 2:Yining → Yizhao Highway → Zhaosu
Morning:Depart before 8:00 AM and traverse the Yizhao Highway, making multiple stops at viewing platforms for photos (Baishi Peak, Angelete Daban Pass).
Afternoon:Arrive in Zhaosu County and visit the Tianma Cultural Park to watch equestrian performances or try horseback riding.
Evening:Check into a hotel in Zhaosu County. For dinner, we recommend trying horse meat naren and Xibe ethnic cuisine.
Day 3:Zhaosu → Xiata Ancient Trail → Tekes
Morning:Head to the Xiata Scenic Area, take a shuttle bus deep into the canyon, and hike to the grassland at the foot of the snow-capped peaks for a close-up view of the Muzart Glacier.

As one of Xinjiang’s “internet-famous highways,” the Yizhao Highway attracts countless travelers with its ruggedness and grandeur. In 2026, improved traffic conditions and surrounding landscapes make it a popular choice for summer self-drive and customized car tours. This article provides a practical guide for planned visitors, covering route features, itinerary planning, cost breakdowns, and service guarantees.Afternoon:Drive to Tekes八卦城 (Bagua City), ascend the viewing platform on Li Street for a panoramic view of the city, and stroll through the unique street district without traffic lights at night.
Day 4:Tekes → Karajun Grassland → Nalati
Morning:Explore the Karajun Grassland, focusing on the “Human Body Grassland” and the Kokesu Grand Canyon. Take a boat ride through the canyon.
Afternoon:Enjoy the scenery of the Gongnaisi River Valley along the way and arrive in Nalati Town in the evening. After checking into your hotel, enjoy free time.
Day 5:Deep Tour of Nalati
Full Day:Explore the Nalati Grassland, divided into two main areas: the Aerial Grassland and the River Valley Grassland. We recommend taking the shuttle bus to the Youmu Renjia area, hiking along a stream to the viewing platform, and overlooking the magnificent scenery of the grassland and snow-capped peaks.
Experiences:Optional paid activities include horseback riding, helicopter sightseeing, or visiting local families of various ethnic groups.
Day 6:Nalati → Northern Section of the Duku Highway → Qiaoerma
Morning:Enter the northern section of the Duku Highway and enjoy the grasslands and spruce forests of the Tangbula百里画廊 (Hundred-Li Gallery) along the way.
Afternoon:Arrive at the Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery to pay respects to the martyrs who built the highway, then check into a hotel near Qiaoerma.
Day 7:Qiaoerma → Return to Yining
Morning:Return via the Duku Highway, passing the Guozigou Bridge to capture stunning photos of the canyon and bridge.

1. Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination: The “Highlight Moments” of the Yizhao HighwayAfternoon:Arrive in Yining City and transfer to your flight/train station based on your schedule, concluding the itinerary.
3. Pricing Explanation: Transparent Quotations with Contract-Guaranteed Rights
Customized car rental fees around the Yizhao Highway in 2026 vary based on vehicle type, season, and itinerary duration. Below are reference ranges (including vehicle usage fees, fuel costs, tolls, and driver service fees, excluding driver accommodation and personal expenses for travelers):
7-Seat Business Vehicle (e.g., Buick GL8):1,200-1,800 RMB/day (off-peak season), 1,500-2,300 RMB/day (peak season).
5-Seat SUV (e.g., Toyota Prado):1,000-1,500 RMB/day (off-peak season), 1,300-2,000 RMB/day (peak season).
Carpooling Small Group (4-6 people):Approximately 1,200-2,500 RMB/person for 4 days, 2,000-3,800 RMB/person for 7 days.
Discount Tips:
For continuous vehicle usage of 7 days or more, the average daily price may decrease by 5%-10%.
Book 15-30 days in advance to lock in discounted vehicle prices and hotel room types.
Important Notes:
The above prices are for reference only. Specific fees must be confirmed by signing a contract with Xinjiang Explorers International Travel Agency based on itinerary details (e.g., whether driver accommodation is included, excess mileage fees, etc.).
Prices increase by 20%-40% during peak seasons (June-August, National Day), and remote routes (e.g., Xiata Ancient Trail) may incur an additional dispatch fee of 200-300 RMB/day.

The Yizhao Highway (Provincial Road S237) runs approximately 180 kilometers from Yining City in the north to Zhaosu County in the south. It is recommended for limited-time summer access each year (usually from mid-June to early October, subject to official announcements). This highway traverses the Wusun Mountains, combining snow-capped peaks, grasslands, forests, and canyons along the way, earning it the nickname “condensed version of the Duku Highway.”4. Registration Method: Professional Team Escort with Flexible Itinerary Changes
You can register through Xinjiang Explorers International Travel Agency, which provides the following services:
Vehicle Selection:A variety of compliant commercial vehicles, including 7-seat business vehicles and 5-seat SUVs, all equipped with experienced local drivers.
Itinerary Customization:Adjust the order of attractions, accommodation standards, and meal arrangements based on traveler needs. Supports theme customization for family tours, parent-child tours, photography groups, etc.
Emergency Support:24-hour customer service response. If weather or road conditions change during the trip, both parties can agree on reasonable itinerary adjustments.
5. Fee Explanation and Service Description: Transparent Details for Worry-Free Travel
Fees Include:
Vehicle usage fees, fuel costs, tolls, and parking fees.
Driver service fees (including basic insurance).
First-entry tickets to scenic areas included in the itinerary (e.g., Karajun, Nalati, etc., subject to contract).
Fees Exclude:
Driver accommodation subsidies (some fleet quotations may include this; confirm in advance).

Key Landscape Highlights: Overtime service fees (approximately 50 RMB/hour beyond the agreed 8 hours).
Excess mileage fees (approximately 1-3 RMB/kilometer beyond the agreed 300-400 kilometers/day).
Personal dining, accommodation, and self-paid activities for travelers (e.g., horseback riding, helicopter sightseeing).
Service Commitments:
Sign a formal electronic contract clarifying fee details and service standards.
Drivers are familiar with Xinjiang road conditions and can provide scenic spot explanations and recommendations for lesser-known viewing platforms.
For solo registrants, we will do our best to coordinate shared rooms. Special circumstances require separate negotiation.
6. Practical Tips: Balance Experience and Preparedness
Document Preparation:Bring valid identification, a driver’s license (if self-driving certain sections), and a permit (if visiting the Xiata Ancient Trail).
Clothing and Gear:Even in summer, bring a light jacket and windbreaker, as mountain temperatures are low and weather is changeable.
Photography Advice:The Yizhao Highway has many sharp bends; obey traffic rules on sections where stopping for photos is prohibited. For hiking the Xiata Ancient Trail, bring a wide-angle lens and tripod.
Respect Local Customs:When interacting with local residents, avoid sensitive topics and learn basic etiquette of various ethnic groups in advance.
The charm of the Yizhao Highway lies in its ability to connect Xinjiang’s most diverse landscapes over the shortest distance. In 2026, choose the customized car rental service from Xinjiang Explorers International Travel Agency to let a professional team mitigate risks and help you focus on enjoying every surprising moment of your journey. Contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing to start your Ili summer adventure!

Contact Manager Zhang Jing at 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send your itinerary and quotation.