The travel guide for taking the Duku Highway to Yili mainly includes itinerary planning, scenic spots along the way, accommodation arrangements, and precautions.?
I. Itinerary Planning?
Multiple itinerary plans can be chosen to suit different time and interest requirements:?
8-Day Tour: Starting from Urumqi, passing through Sayram Lake, Yining City, Tekes, and other places, visiting attractions such as Nalati Grassland and Bayinbrook’s Nine-Bend-Eighteen-Turn River, and finally returning to Urumqi along the Duku Highway.?
3-Day Short Loop: Starting from Urumqi, via the Duku Highway to Nalati, then to Yining, and finally visiting Sayram Lake before returning to Urumqi.?
7-Day 6-Night Comprehensive Strategy: It provides a detailed plan from Urumqi to Sayram Lake, Yining, Zhaosu, Karakun, Xinyuan, Bayinbrook, and other places, including special experiences such as visiting lavender farms and hiking at Qiongkushitai.?
II. Scenic Spots Along the Way?
Duku Highway and the Yili region have numerous natural and cultural landscapes:?
Duku Highway: Known as the "Most Beautiful Highway in China", it offers stunning scenery along the way, including cliffs, alpine meadows, snowy mountains, and lakes.?
Sayram Lake: The lake water is clear and blue, mesmerizing, surrounded by vast grasslands and majestic mountains.?
Nalati Grassland: A shimmering sea of green, it is an excellent background for taking photos.?
Bayinbrook’s Nine-Bend-Eighteen-Turn River and Swan Lake: Experience the tranquility and beauty of the grassland.?
III. Accommodation Arrangements?
According to the itinerary planning, different types of accommodation can be selected:?
Hotels: In cities like Urumqi and Yining, you can choose upscale hotels for accommodation.?
RV camping: In specific itineraries, you can choose RV camping to experience a unique way of accommodation.?
Yurt guesthouses: In places like the Guozigou Forest Park, you can choose traditional yurts for accommodation.?
IV. Precautions?
Large temperature difference: Xinjiang has a large temperature difference between day and night, so warm clothing should be brought.?
Long distances: The journey involves long distances, so be sure to bring enough water and food to replenish energy at any time.?
Ticket reservation: Tickets for some popular attractions need to be booked in advance, such as the Nalati Scenic Area.?
Respect customs: Respect local customs and habits to make the trip more harmonious and beautiful.?
The above strategy is for reference only. Specific itineraries and arrangements need to be adjusted according to personal interests and actual situations.?