To travel freely in Ili, you can play according to the following methods:?
Itinerary planning:?
You can choose to visit the Grand Loop Route, such as the route from Urumqi to Anjihai Grand Canyon, Kuitun, Sayram Lake, Yining City, Yuhu Lake, Zhaosu, Qiongkushitai, Tekes, Qiaxi Forest, Gongliu, Nalati, Kumtag Desert, Shanshan, Mazhavillage, and back to Urumqi. This route covers various landscapes such as forests, canyons, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and wetlands.?
Or choose a short and essential tour, such as visiting Nalati Grassland on the first day to experience horseback riding and stay in Kazak yurts; the second day, head to Sayram Lake to admire the lake and mountains; and the third day, feel the cultural atmosphere in Yining City and stroll around Liuxing Street, etc.?
Must-visit attractions:?
Sayram Lake: Xinjiang’s largest alpine lake, with clear and blue waters, known as the "Last Tear of the Atlantic".?
Nalati Grassland: Known as the "Pearl of the Tianshan Mountains", it is vast and green, and a great place for horseback riding and hiking.?
Qiongkushitai: A primitive village located deep in the Tianshan Mountains, with unforgettable sunrises, sunsets, and starry skies.?
Other attractions worth visiting include Anjihai Grand Canyon, Qiaxi Forest, Kumtag Desert, Guozigou Bridge, Huocheng Lavender Field, and more.?
Travel experiences:?
Horseback riding: Gallop on the grasslands and feel the grandeur of nature.?
Make ghee: Experience making local specialty ghee yourself.?
Watch sunrises, sunsets, and starry skies: Observe these natural wonders at different locations.?
Food recommendations:?
Don’t miss the local delicacies such as Nang bread, hand-pulled noodles with sauce, big plate chicken, mutton skewers, and more.?
Preparations before departure:?
Clothing: Xinjiang has large temperature differences in summer, so you need to bring outerwear and windbreakers for warmth; also prepare quick-drying clothes, sunglasses, fleece hats, sun hats, and other outdoor equipment.?
Sunscreen items: Xinjiang has intense UV rays, so you need to prepare sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and other sun protection equipment.?
Others: Bring your ID card and various documents that can provide discounts on tickets; prepare some common medications such as stomach medicine, cold medicine, etc.; bring disposable underwear, travel four-piece sets, and other personal hygiene products.?
Through the above plan, you can enjoy an unforgettable self-guided tour experience in Ili.?