The travel planning from Urumqi to Yili can include self-drive or tour group options, with the specific itinerary needing to be adjusted according to personal time and preferences.?
Self-drive travel planning:?
Day 1: Depart from Urumqi and first visit the downtown area, such as Lingguan Alley and Dabazha Night Market, to recharge for the upcoming journey. Afterwards, head to Huanggou in Urumqi County to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the hundred-mile Danxia landform and Kenswat Reservoir.?
Day 2 to Day 4: Travel along the Duku Highway to enjoy the scenery of the four seasons. You can rest in the Nalati area and Bayinbrook along the way. There are gas stations on the Duku Highway, so there is no need to worry about range anxiety.?
Subsequent itinerary: Continue exploring the beautiful scenery of the Yili region, such as Sayram Lake, Guozigou Bridge, and Kalajun Grassland.?
Self-drive travel allows for flexible itinerary planning, with the ability to choose attractions and playing time based on personal interests and time.?
Tour group planning:?
Day 1: Depart from Urumqi and take a coach to Yili’s first stop – Sayram Lake, to enjoy the clear lake water and the beautiful scenery of the surrounding mountains.?
Subsequent itinerary: It may include attractions such as Guozigou Bridge and Kalajun Grassland. The specific itinerary needs to be determined according to the travel agency’s arrangements.?
The advantage of traveling with a tour group is that it saves effort and worry, as the itinerary and hotel accommodation will be arranged in advance by the travel agency, but it may be relatively inflexible.?
Whether you are traveling by self-drive or with a tour group, it is recommended to understand the weather conditions, road conditions, opening hours of attractions, ticket prices, etc., in advance to better plan your itinerary. At the same time, pay attention to travel safety, abide by traffic rules, and enjoy a wonderful travel experience.?