Recommended travel routes for Yili in September are as follows:?
Itinerary Planning?
Day 1: Arrive in Yining?
Transportation: Depart from major cities in China and choose to arrive in Yining by direct or connecting flights. Yining is the capital of the Yili Kazak Autonomous Prefecture and has convenient transportation.?
Activities: After arrival, check in at the hotel for a short rest. In the afternoon, you can visit Yining city, such as People’s Park, Liuxing Street, and other cultural attractions, to feel the local cultural atmosphere. In the evening, taste specialty foods in the city, such as roast whole sheep, hand-grabbed rice, and large plate chicken.?
Day 2: Sayram Lake Tour?
Transportation: Depart from Yining and drive to Sayram Lake, with an expected duration of about 2 hours.?
Activities: Walk along the lakeside, enjoying the clear and transparent lake water. Have a picnic by the lake at noon. Continue to tour around the lake in the afternoon and capture the beautiful scenery of the snow-capped mountains reflected on the lake surface. Sayram Lake is known as the "Last Tear of the Atlantic Ocean", and its beauty is breathtaking.?
Day 3: Nalati Grassland?
Transportation: Depart from Yining and drive to Nalati Grassland, with an expected duration of 2.5 hours.?
Activities: Visit the landmark attractions within the Nalati scenic area, such as the Heavenly Mountains Secret Realm. After lunch, choose to ride horses or hike deep into the grassland to feel the beauty of nature. Nalati Grassland is one of the four major alpine valley grasslands in the world, with rich landscapes.?
Day 4: Karajun Grassland?
Transportation: Depart from Tekes and head to Karajun Grassland.?
Activities: Walk on the grassland, enjoying the beautiful scenery of golden grass intertwined with blue sky and white clouds. Ride horses and gallop on the grassland. Karajun is one of the largest grasslands in Xinjiang, with grasslands interwoven with snow-capped mountains and forests, feeling like stepping into an oil painting world.?
Day 5: Kazhanqi Folk Village and Khorgos Port?
Activities: Visit Kazhanqi Folk Village in the morning to familiarize yourself with Uyghur traditional architecture and lifestyle. Have lunch and taste authentic Xinjiang cuisine locally.?
Optional: If time permits, arrange a visit to the Khorgos Port.?
Day 6: Jongkushitai?
Activities: Head to Jongkushitai, where it feels like stepping into a fairy tale world. The winding streams flow gently, playing the symphony of nature. You can feel the tranquility and beauty of nature here.?
Day 7: Return to Yining and end the trip?
Activities: Free time in Yining city to purchase souvenirs and taste local cuisine. In the evening, according to the return arrangement, end the pleasant journey in Yili.?
Precautions?
Sunscreen: The sunlight in Yili is intense in September. Sunscreen, sun hats, sunglasses, and other essentials must be brought along.?
Warm clothing: Due to the large temperature difference between morning and night, it is recommended to bring a windbreaker or a thin down jacket.?
Diet: The Yili area mainly consumes beef, mutton, and staple foods with a heavy taste. Pay attention to food hygiene.?
Safety: Be cautious when horse riding and hiking, and follow the guidance of the tour guide or locals.?
The above route can be appropriately adjusted according to personal interests and time to ensure a pleasant and fulfilling journey.?