Here are the suggested itineraries for a 13-day chartered car tour in Ili in mid-to-late June:?
Departure and Arrival:?
Day 1: Depart from hometown and arrive in Urumqi to prepare for the journey to Ili.?
Sayram Lake and Surroundings:?
Day 2: Depart from Urumqi and head to Sayram Lake to enjoy the scenic lake and mountains. Choose to stay nearby Sayram Lake for the night.?
Day 3: Continue exploring Sayram Lake and proceed to places like Guozi Gorge and Huocheng to visit attractions such as the Lavender Base. Finally, arrive in Yining.?
Yining and Surroundings:?
Day 4: Make a brief stop in Yining to explore the local culture and cuisine, then proceed to Karajun Grassland and stay overnight in Tekes.?
Day 5: Continue exploring Tekes and nearby attractions, such as Xiata Forest Park. Stay overnight in Tekes or proceed to the next destination.?
Nalati Grassland:?
Day 6: Depart from Tekes and head to Nalati Grassland to enjoy the grassland scenery. Stay overnight in Nalati.?
Day 7: Explore the Nalati Grassland in depth, and you can choose to explore the beauty of the grassland by horseback riding, hiking, and other means.?
Bayinbrook and Duku Highway:?
Day 8: Depart from Nalati and head to Bayinbrook to enjoy the magnificent scenery of grasslands and lakes.?
Day 9: After visiting Bayinbrook, you can choose to return to Urumqi via the Duku Highway, or continue exploring other attractions.?
Return to Urumqi and Conclusion:?
In the following days, depending on time and interest, you can choose to visit attractions around Urumqi, such as Tianshan Heavenly Lake and International Bazaar.?
Day 13: End the pleasant journey in Ili and return home from Urumqi.?
During the chartered car tour, it is advisable to communicate with the driver in advance about the itinerary and expenses to ensure a pleasant and safe journey. Meanwhile, it is also necessary to adjust the itinerary appropriately according to changes in weather and road conditions.?
. In addition, Ili Region boasts numerous beautiful scenery and delicious cuisine. It is worth taking more time and having more experiences during the trip to make this chartered car tour an unforgettable memory.?