There are multiple options for travel routes from Xinjiang to Yili. The following is a classic 8-day in-depth circular route guide**:?
Day 1: Depart from your departure point and arrive in Urumqi to begin your Xinjiang journey.?
Day 2: Depart from Urumqi and head to Sayram Lake to enjoy the beautiful scenery of "the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean", and stay overnight in Yining.?
. The beauty of Sayram Lake should not be missed. You can choose to take the mountain road from General’s Gulch to admire the tiger-stripe sunset scenery of Sayram Lake.?
Day 3: Depart from Yining, visit the Lavender Base (blooming in July), feel the fragrance of lavender, and then pass through Xiata to arrive in Zhaosu.?
Day 4: Depart from Zhaosu, visit Qiongkushitai. This village is surrounded by undulating mountains, verdant valleys, and crystal-clear streams, forming a beautiful picture. Stay overnight in Tekes.?
Day 5: Depart from Tekes, visit Qiaxi, and then arrive at Nalati. Nalati Grassland is one of the grasslands in Xinjiang, with lush green grass and herds of cattle and sheep, presenting a breathtaking scenery.?
Day 6: Visit Nalati, where you can choose to go to the Aerial Grassland or the Dragon Coiled Ancient Road. In the afternoon, you can choose to visit Liuxing Street and stay overnight in Yining.?
Day 7: Depart from Yining, visit Dushanzi Grand Canyon, feel the magnificent workmanship of nature, and then return to Urumqi.?
. The scenic beauty of Dushanzi Grand Canyon is one of the famous natural landscapes in Xinjiang.?
Day 8: End your trip in Urumqi and return to your departure point.?
In addition, there are many other route options, such as Urumqi-Duku Highway-Yili Small Ring Road, which can be selected according to personal time and preferences.?
. During the trip, please pay attention to safety, reasonably arrange your itinerary, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Yili, Xinjiang.?