The Nalati travel guide mainly includes information on transportation, tickets, travel seasons, and recommended routes.?
Transportation:?
Starting from Xinyuan Nalati Airport, it only takes 55 kilometers and one hour of driving to reach Nalati Town. If departing from Xinyuan County, it will take 105 kilometers and about 70 minutes to reach the West Gate of Nalati. The distance from Yining City to the West Gate of Nalati is 270 kilometers, with an estimated driving time of 3 hours. Additionally, Gongliu County is only 200 kilometers away from the West Gate of Nalati, reachable in 2 hours.?
Self-drive travel is also a good choice. You can depart from Urumqi, passing through G30 Lianhuo Expressway to G3016 Qingyi Expressway, covering approximately 530 kilometers and taking about 7 to 8 hours of driving.?
Tickets:?
The operating hours of Nalati Scenic Area are from 9:30 AM to 8:00 PM. Tickets are valid for 48 hours and allow re-entry into the scenic area. The ticket price for the shuttle bus to Aerial Grassland is 40 yuan/person, River Valley Grassland is 24 yuan/person, Snow Lotus Valley is 60 yuan/person, and Panlong Valley Road is 40 yuan/person. If you choose to self-drive, the ticket price is 300 yuan/person, with unlimited entries into the scenic area within 48 hours.?
Travel Seasons:?
From April to June is the best flower-viewing season in Nalati Grassland, with the Aerial Grassland being known as an aerial garden. From July to September, the grassland is lush and green, making it a great place to escape the summer heat. From October to November, Panlong Valley is colorful, providing an excellent period for photography. From December to March, Nalati Grassland is covered in snow, presenting a spectacular scenery.?
Recommended Routes:?
D1 Morning: Aerial Grassland, Internet-famous Bridge. D1 Afternoon to Evening: Photograph the rainy scenery of Nalati on a rainy day. D2 Morning: River Valley Grassland, Panlong Valley Road. Panlong Valley Road is a niche but beautiful attraction worth exploring.?
Alternatively, you can choose an in-depth tour route, such as the 8-day loop full guide, which includes multiple attractions like Nalati Grassland, Koksu Grand Canyon, Zhaosu Wetland Park, and Zhaosu Flower Sea.?
In addition, you can use the ‘Smart Travel Nalati’ mini-program to purchase tickets and plan your visit for more convenience and discount information.?
. During the visit, pay attention to weather changes, reasonably arrange your itinerary, and enjoy the natural beauty and unique charm of Nalati.?