Yizhao Highway Tour Charter and Carpooling Recommendations + Costs Recommended Routes and Price Details
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
In-depth Yizhao Highway Tour:2026 Custom Vehicle Carpooling Comprehensive Guide (Including Real-time Costs and Itinerary)
🌄 [Route Highlights:The ‘Mini Duku’ Concentrating the Essence of the Tianshan Mountains]
The Yizhao Highway (Provincial Road S237) spans 180 kilometers and is renowned for its combination of steepness and beauty. It is recommended to be open for travel from June to October each year. This highway connects three major landscapes: the Yili River Valley, the Wusun Mountains, and the Zhaosu Grassland, offering a visual feast of ‘four seasons in one day’ along the way:
Core Scenic Belt:
Baishifeng Viewing Platform:At an altitude of 3,475 meters, the mountain appears grayish-white, offering a panoramic view of the Wild Wolf Valley and the Tianshan Mountains
Angelete Daban:A winding mountain road shrouded in clouds and mist, with wildflowers in summer and vibrant foliage in autumn
Zhaosu Grassland:One of China’s four major grasslands, featuring a tapestry of rapeseed flower fields and perilla flower fields in July
Secret Scenic Spots:
Camel Post Station:Taste handmade cheese from various ethnic groups and experience nomadic life
Qiongbola Forest Park:A pristine spruce forest accompanied by streams, ideal for light hiking
🚗 [Simple Itinerary:Three Flexible Combination Options]
Based on your time and interests, you can choose from the following itinerary frameworks. Specific stops can be negotiated and changed with the driver:
In-depth Yizhao Highway Tour: 2026 Custom Vehicle Carpooling Comprehensive Guide (Including Real-time Costs and Itinerary)Option 1:One-Day Essence Tour of Yizhao Highway (Suitable for those with limited time)
07:30 Depart from Yining City, with stops at the Yining River Valley Overlook and three viewpoints at Baishifeng
12:00 Lunch in Zhaosu County (recommended: horse meat naren and lamb dumplings)
14:00 Visit Zhaosu Wetland Park and watch the ‘Heavenly Horses Bathing in the River’ performance (summer only)
18:00 Return to Yining City, capturing the grassland sunset along the way
Option 2:3-Day In-depth Tour of Yizhao Highway + Xiata Ancient Road (Combining Nature and Culture)
Day 1:Yining City → Yizhao Highway → Zhaosu Wetland Park → Stay in Zhaosu
Day 2:Zhaosu → Xiata Ancient Road (hike 8 kilometers to the foot of the glacier) → Stay in Tekes
Day 3:Tekes → Kalajun Grassland (Koksu Grand Canyon Human Grassland) → Return to Yining City
Option 3:7-Day Panoramic Tour of Yizhao Highway + Duku Highway Loop (Suitable for long-distance travelers)
Day 1-3:Same as Option 2
Day 4:Tekes → Nalati Aerial Grassland (horseback riding to visit nomadic families)
Day 5:Nalati → Northern Section of Duku Highway → Tangbula Hundred-Li Gallery
🌄[Route Highlights: The ‘Mini Duku’ Concentrating the Essence of the Tianshan Mountains]Day 6:Tangbula → Sayram Lake Circular Tour (Jinhua Zihui and Songshu Tou Viewing Platform)
Day 7:Sayram Lake → Guozigou Bridge → Disband in Yining City
💰 [Cost Explanation:Transparent Itemized Pricing]
The following costs are market reference prices for 2026 and are subject to the contract signed with Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency:
I. Custom Vehicle Costs (Including Driver Services)
5-Seater SUV (Toyota RAV4/Haval H6):
Off-peak Season (April-May, September-October):800-1,000 yuan/day
Peak Season (June-August, National Day):1,200-1,500 yuan/day
7-Seater Business Vehicle (Buick GL8/Maxus G10):
Off-peak Season:1,000-1,300 yuan/day
Peak Season:1,500-1,800 yuan/day
Off-road Vehicle (Toyota Prado/Tank 300):
Recommended for use on the Duku/Yizhao Highway, 1,800-2,200 yuan/day during peak season
The Yizhao Highway (Provincial Road S237) spans 180 kilometers and is renowned for its combination of steepness and beauty. It is recommended to be open for travel from June to October each year. This highway connects three major landscapes: the Yili River Valley, the Wusun Mountains, and the Zhaosu Grassland, offering a visual feast of ‘four seasons in one day’ along the way:II. Carpooling Costs (Shared per Person)
5-Seater Vehicle with 4 Passengers:175-250 yuan/day per person
7-Seater Vehicle with 6 Passengers:140-200 yuan/day per person
Single-Day Carpooling (e.g., Yining → Zhaosu):150-200 yuan/person
III. Other Costs
Driver’s Accommodation and Meal Allowance:Usually covered by the fleet, some teams may require guests to share the cost (approximately 50 yuan/day)
Scenic Spot Tickets:
Xiata Ancient Road:80 yuan/person (including shuttle bus)
Kalajun Grassland:140 yuan/person (all-area ticket)
Nalati Grassland:95 yuan/person (aerial grassland shuttle bus 40 yuan)
Fuel/Toll Fees:Already included in the custom vehicle cost, no additional payment required
📝 [Registration Method and Process]
Core Scenic Belt:Register through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency with the following process:
Demand Communication:Contact customer service manager Zhang Jing, providing the number of travelers, dates, and preferred attractions
Itinerary Customization:The travel agency recommends vehicle types and itineraries based on your needs and sends an electronic itinerary
Contract Signing:Sign an electronic contract after confirming details and pay a deposit (usually 30% of the total cost)
Pre-trip Preparation:Provide valid identification information 15 days in advance for ticket purchases. The travel agency sends a list of supplies
📋 [Service Explanation and Precautions]
Vehicles and Drivers:
All vehicles are new within 5 years and equipped with high-value commercial insurance (≥1 million yuan)
All drivers have over 5 years of driving experience in Yili and are familiar with niche viewing points and photography spots
Itinerary Changes:
If the Yizhao Highway is temporarily closed (e.g., due to rain or snow), the itinerary will be rerouted via National Road 219 or negotiated and changed
Scenic spot opening status is subject to daily announcements, and alternative plans will be negotiated between both parties
Supply Preparation:
Baishifeng Viewing Platform: At an altitude of 3,475 meters, the mountain appears grayish-white, offering a panoramic view of the Wild Wolf Valley and the Tianshan MountainsThe mountainous area has large temperature variations between day and night, so bring a windbreaker, sunscreen, and sunglasses
Vehicles are equipped with first aid kits, mineral water, car chargers, and can request installation of car WiFi
Single Travelers:
The travel agency will do its best to coordinate room sharing. If room sharing is not possible, a supplement will be required (specific amount to be negotiated)
💡 [Local Insider Tips]
Photography Timing:Cloud seas are likely to appear at the Baishifeng Viewing Platform in the early morning, and the light is excellent 1 hour before sunset at the Zhaosu Grassland
Off-peak Tips:Travel from Monday to Thursday for more flexible vehicle scheduling and a 10%-15% discount on prices
Food Map:
Yining City:‘Gulandam’ Ice Cream on Liuxing Street and ‘Xiaogazi’ Improved Xinjiang Cuisine in the Development Zone
Zhaosu County:Visit local families near the military horse farm to taste fresh milk and baersak
Avoiding Pitfalls:
Beware of ‘Benefit’ Tours:Teams with daily costs below 500 yuan/vehicle may have hidden shopping stops or sudden price increases
Identification Preparation:Real-name ticket purchases are required at all scenic spots in Xinjiang, so carry valid identification at all times
(All information is based on recent market research conducted in May 2026. Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Before traveling, it is recommended to confirm the scenic spot opening policies and vehicle scheduling with Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency again.)
Contact Manager Guo Jing at 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
