Xinjiang Chartered Tour: 0991-8585456 1813962-2229 (WeChat same number)
Day 1:
In the morning, we will gather at the designated location and take a bus to Qingshuihe Town. At noon, we will have lunch together at the tourist reception restaurant in Sikeshu Town. After lunch, we will head to the national AAAA-level scenic spot known as “the First Pool of Tianshan Mountain” and one of the four beauties among lakes, Sayram Lake (entrance fee included), where you can take photos by the lake and enjoy the lake scenery and mountain views. After the visit, we will proceed to Qingshuihe Town, enjoying the scenic beauty of Guozi Valley, known as the “Iron Pass”, along the way. After dinner, we will proceed to our hotel in Qingshuihe Town.
Sayram Lake: A provincial-level tourist scenic spot and the fifth batch of national scenic areas in China, it is the highest-altitude, relatively large, and scenic alpine lake in Xinjiang. It is also the last place favored by the Atlantic Ocean’s warm and humid air currents, hence the saying of “the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean”. [1]
Anciently known as the “Pure Sea”, Sayram Lake is located in the Northern Tianshan Mountains within the territory of Bole City, Bortala Mongolia Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang, and is adjacent to Huocheng County, Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture. The lake sits at an altitude of 2,071 meters above sea level, stretching 30 kilometers east to west and 25 kilometers north to south, covering an area of 453 square kilometers with a water storage capacity of 21 billion cubic meters. The lake water is clear to the bottom with a transparency of 12 meters.
Day 2:
Depart early for [Horgos], the largest land trade port in western China, and the national AAAA-level historic and cultural scenic area, [Huiyuan Ancient City]. ‘To understand Qing Dynasty Xinjiang, visit Huiyuan.’ Witness the historical relics of the western region’s capital and the testimony of national unity. In this ancient city, which still has indigenous residents in Xinjiang, you can ride a special ‘Hadik’ to wander around the ancient city, and also enjoy authentic ethnic dances and songs while tasting flavorful meals. In the evening, proceed to Nalati Town to check into the hotel.
Huiyuan Ancient City: Located in Huocheng County, Yili, Xinjiang. Historically, Yili was an important passage for Xinjiang to connect with Central Asia. In order to strengthen governance in the Yili area, Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty established the Yili General and built Huiyuan City here, and successively built eight satellite cities around it, collectively known as the ‘Nine Cities of Yili’.
The better-preserved one is Huiyuan City, known as the first of the ‘Nine Cities of Yili’. The site of the General’s Mansion is still preserved within the city. The main building of the General’s Mansion is a courtyard-style, earth-wood structure with flying eaves and an ‘H’-shaped beam bungalow. The eaves are plain and elegant, without painted beams or carvings. At the entrance are two stone lions lying prone and gazing majestically. The delicate form of southern stone lions is combined with the rugged carving skills of Xinjiang. The courtyard is filled with towering ancient trees, and the four ancient trees are living witnesses to history. Standing in the front courtyard and looking ahead, it seems as if a messenger is galloping on a horse to report battle news. In the center of Huiyuan Ancient City stands a magnificent bell and drum tower. From the tower, one can overlook the scenery inside and outside the city. Lin Zexu once led the people here to develop water conservancy and was respected by the Yili General and people of all ethnic groups.
Day 3:
After breakfast, enter the AAAAA-level scenic area, the [Nalati Scenic Area, and take the Valley Grassland Shuttle Bus] to enter the Valley Grassland Scenic Area. Upon arrival, you can choose suitable activities to engage in freely, such as horse riding or taking a sightseeing bus to the scenic overlook. After the tour, transfer to the tour bus to proceed to the restaurant for a meal. Afterward, proceed to Yining to check into the hotel.
The Nalati Grasslands, also known as the Gongnais Grasslands, means ‘White Sunny Slope’ in Turkic. It is located in the east of Nalati Town, Xinyuan County, about 110.0 kilometers from Yili Xinyuan County, on the northern slope of Mount Nalati, and is a mid-mountain grassland developed on the Pliocene ancient pluvial deposits.
The Nalati Grasslands are one of the world’s four major grasslands, a subalpine meadow plant area, and have been a famous pasture since ancient times. The beautiful grassland scenery combined with local Kazakh folklore has become a famous tourist and resort area in Xinjiang.
The Nalati Scenic Area is a national AAAAA-level tourist attraction, one of Xinjiang’s top ten scenic spots, an autonomous region tourist scenic spot, an important scenic area and brand in Xinjiang, and also a famous brand of the Yili River Valley nationwide.
Day 4:
After breakfast, proceed to the [Lavender Museum (complimentary)], step into a purple world, and experience an aromatic journey. For lunch, have a unified meal at the Sikekeshen Town Tourism Reception Restaurant. Upon arrival at Urumqi Hongshan Southern Airlines Pearl,解散the group, and proceed to your home or hotel at your own expense to conclude your pleasant trip to the Yili Grasslands.
Xinjiang Chartered Tour: 0991-8585456 1813962-2229 (WeChat same number)