The 15-day Yili travel guide mainly includes the following itinerary:?
First day: Arrive in Urumqi, rent a car, preferably an SUV, with a daily cost of about 200 yuan (including insurance). Then head to Jinghe Tuotuo Town and visit the Hongshan Mouth Scenic Area.?
Second day: After breakfast, drive towards Huocheng, enjoying the beautiful scenery of Sayram Lake along the way. Then visit the Guozigou Bridge, and in the afternoon, explore the lavender fields in Huanghuang Village, where the light is best in the evening.?
Fourth day: Drive to Tekes, and on the way, visit Qiongkushitai. You can choose to stay in a herdsman’s yurt half an hour’s drive away from Qiongkushitai, which has an excellent location.?
Fifth day: Experience farming activities such as milking cows and feeding lambs, then delve into Qiongkushitai Village, stroll along the Ancient Wusun Road, and admire the beauty of the Spruce Valley.?
Sixth day: Hike the backside of Qiongkushitai, and then head to the Karajun Scenic Area.?
Seventh day: Continue hiking in the Karajun Scenic Area and visit the Flower Platform, Kurde Canyon, and Falcon Platform.?
In the following days, you can arrange to visit the Kurdining Qimengmende Scenic Area, Tangbula Hundred-Mile Gallery, and Bulong Hot Springs.?
, You can also visit famous attractions such as Nalati Grassland and Bayinbuluke.?
Last day: Return to Urumqi, and on the way, you can visit the starting point of the Duku Highway, Duku Highway Museum, etc., to conclude this unforgettable trip to Yili with a perfect ending.?
During the trip, you can also taste the specialty foods of Yili, such as grilled meat, hand-grabbed mutton, pilaf, and baked buns, as well as try local specialty beverages.?
. In terms of accommodation, you can choose hotels or homestays around Sayram Lake to enjoy the beautiful starry sky and sunrise; or you can choose inns with grassland flavors in Nalati Town to experience local folk culture.?
In addition, it should be noted that the best travel time in Yili is from June to October, when the climate is pleasant and the scenery is picturesque.?
. During the self-drive tour, pay attention to driving safety, especially when encountering winding mountain roads and steep gravel roads, and drive cautiously.?
. Meanwhile, plan your itinerary and accommodation in advance to ensure a smooth journey.?