To travel from Yining to Nalati, you can choose public transportation or self-driving and need to plan your itinerary and accommodation in advance. Here is a detailed travel guide:?
Modes of transportation?
Public transportation: From Yining to Nalati, you can choose to take public transportation. Follow the official account of the Yili Prefecture Passenger Transport Station and select the bus schedule from Yining to Nalati. Pay attention to distinguishing between buses to Nalati Town and buses to Xinyuan County, as it will take some time to get to Nalati from Xinyuan County. The journey takes about four and a half hours, and the ticket price is 45 yuan.?
Self-driving: The rental car fee is approximately 300 yuan per day. To enter the Nalati Scenic Area by car, you need to purchase a self-driving ticket priced at 300 yuan per person, while the non-self-driving ticket is 95 yuan per person. Both types of tickets are valid for two days.?
Itinerary arrangement?
Nalati Scenic Area: The Nalati Scenic Area is divided into three tourist areas: Sky Grassland, Valley Grassland, and Dragon Spiral Ancient Road. After visiting each area, you need to return to the ticket center to take a shuttle bus to another area. If you plan to visit all areas, it is recommended to allocate a whole day.?
Sky Grassland: Tickets are valid for 48 hours, and the validity period is determined by the purchase time. If you buy tickets at the right time, you can enter the scenic area multiple times within three days. The Tianjie Platform Viewing Deck is an excellent spot to overlook the panoramic view of the grassland and snow-capped mountains.?
Valley Grassland: Along the way, there are cows and sheep leisurely grazing on the grassland. In the distance are snow-capped mountains, and nearby are forests and valleys, creating a picturesque scenery.?
Dragon Spiral Ancient Road: With tall trees on both sides, it feels like you are wandering through a forest. On a sunny day, find a shady spot to rest, which is very pleasant.?
Internet celebrity photo spot: The Couple Tree is located behind the Nomadic Family stop. Walk backwards along the stream to see it. Go there when there are no people under the tree first; otherwise, you may need to wait in line when it’s crowded.?
Accommodation recommendations?
Disheartened Homestay: Offers scenic rooms and bunk beds, located about two kilometers from the scenic area. If you have enough time, you can ask the boss to take you to the scenic area.?
Nalati Cloud Valley Happy Courtyard Homestay: A standard room costs 150 yuan per night and is clean and hygienic.?
Dining recommendations?
Silk Road Meeting Authentic Xinjiang Cuisine: Group purchase online for a 145 yuan meal for four people, which is very abundant.?
Hamburger restaurant near the scenic area: There is a special offer on a certain platform for a 9.9 yuan meal, including a hamburger and cola, which tastes good.?
Precautions?
Weather changes: The weather in Nalati is unpredictable. Be sure to bring an umbrella and thick clothes (down jacket or waterproof jacket) to avoid any sudden weather changes affecting your mood while traveling.?
Ticket purchase: Confirm whether your itinerary and tickets cover all the areas you want to visit to avoid missing any beautiful scenery.?
Self-driving registration: If you are driving and bringing a drone, remember to register at the tourist center.?
By following the above guide, you can better plan your trip from Yining to Nalati, enjoying the beautiful natural scenery and unique ethnic culture.?