The cost of a January trip to Yili is roughly between 6000-12000 yuan. This budget covers major expenses such as round-trip airfare, accommodation, dining, transportation, and tickets. Below are specific estimates for each type of expense:?
Round-trip airfare:?
Airfare prices from different cities to Yili will vary, but generally range from 1000-2000 yuan (one-way), so round-trip airfare costs are estimated to be 2000-4000 yuan.?
Accommodation:?
Accommodation costs in the Yili region depend on the chosen hotel class and location. Budget hotels cost about 100-300 yuan per night, mid-range hotels about 300-500 yuan, and upscale hotels can reach over 1000 yuan. As January is the off-season for tourism, prices may be relatively discounted. Monthly accommodation costs are estimated to be 2000-4000 yuan.?
Dining:?
Yili offers a rich variety of cuisine, with average per capita dining expenses per meal ranging from 30-50 yuan. Some say that a simple meal may only cost 20-50 yuan, while a hearty dinner may cost 80-150 yuan. Monthly dining expenses are estimated to be 900-1500 yuan.?
Transportation:?
The Yili region is vast, with attractions scattered across the area. Transportation costs are one of the main expenses. If you choose to rent a car for a self-drive tour, the daily rental fee plus fuel costs are approximately 300-600 yuan. If you opt for public transportation, such as taxis or chartered services, prices vary depending on distance and vehicle type. Monthly transportation costs are estimated to be 1000-2000 yuan.?
Tickets:?
Yili boasts many well-known attractions, such as the Nalati Grasslands, Kanas Lake (although located in the Altay region, it is often included as an option for surrounding tours of Yili), and Sayram Lake. Most attractions have ticket prices ranging from 50-100 yuan, while specific attractions like the Nalati Grasslands have a ticket price of 65 yuan per person (off-season). Monthly ticket expenses are estimated to be 1000-2000 yuan, depending on the number of attractions visited.?
In addition, there may be some shopping and other expenses, estimated to be 1000-1500 yuan.?
Please note that the above costs are only estimates. Actual costs may vary depending on personal spending habits, chosen accommodation and dining standards, the number of attractions visited, travel time, and other factors. It is recommended to make reasonable arrangements based on personal budget and needs when planning your itinerary.?