The recommended itinerary for a 2-day tour of Nalati in Yili is as follows:?
Day 1:?
Morning: Start from the Nalati Grassland and explore this vast Aerial Grassland, feeling the vastness, grandeur, and tranquility of nature.?
Recommended visit route: Visitor Center – Tianjie Platform – Tianmu Platform – Nomadic Families. You can choose to self-drive or take the shuttle bus (40 yuan/person). At Tianmu Platform, there are Kazak wedding performances, and Nomadic Families is the endpoint of the Aerial Grassland and the starting point of the subsequent Snow Lotus Valley route.?
Visit duration: Approximately 3 hours.?
Afternoon: Head to Snow Lotus Valley, where there is only snow and spruce grassland. It is less crowded and great for photos.?
Visit route: Nomadic Families – Tiancheng Platform – Snow Lotus Valley. Take the shuttle bus (60 yuan/person) for a round trip of 16 kilometers.?
Visit duration: Approximately 1.5 hours.?
Evening: You can choose to visit the Valley Grassland of Nalati Grassland (about 2 hours), and then stay within the scenic area for convenience of the next day’s itinerary.?
Day 2:?
Morning: Continue exploring the Nalati Grassland, such as the Panlong Valley Road and other attractions, to experience the diverse scenery of the grassland.?
Visit duration: Adjust according to interest, approximately 3 hours recommended.?
Afternoon: Head to Sayram Lake to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lake and mountains. The lake water is clear and blue, making it a picturesque spot for photos. Various wildflowers sway in the breeze on the grasslands around, creating a breathtaking view.?
Address: Beside National Highway 30, Bole City, Bortala Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region?
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 days, adjustable flexibly according to your schedule.?
Evening (optional): If time permits, you can also consider visiting the Khorgos Gate Scenic Area to experience the unique border atmosphere.?
Address: G312 Yaeuro North Road, Huocheng County, Ili Kazak Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region?
In addition, please make full preparations before traveling, such as packing winter warm clothing (because the temperature in the Nalati Scenic Area of Yili in February is low), sunglasses (to protect your eyes from UV damage), a camera or camcorder, and necessary documents.?
. Meanwhile, according to the preferential policies of the Nalati Scenic Area, you can obtain information in advance about ticket prices and ropeway fares to better plan your itinerary and budget.?