Traveling from Kanas to Ili, you can choose a self-drive tour or a package tour. The straight-line distance between the two places is about 712 kilometers.?
. Here are some suggested travel routes and attractions:?
If you like self-drive tours, you can refer to the following itinerary planning:?
Starting from Kanas, you can first visit Burqin County, where there is an excellent mutton skewer restaurant.?
Next, you can head to Huocheng Lavender Manor. The end of June is the harvesting season, followed by a visit to Yining County. The architecture of Liuxing Street is extremely ethnic, and you can taste local snacks.?
Qiongkushitai is also a place worth staying. You can stay overnight in the mountains, go horseback riding, and experience local life.?
During the journey, you will also pass through famous attractions such as Guozigou Bridge and Sayram Lake, and finally return to Urumqi to end your pleasant trip.?
Of course, you can also choose a deeper tour for a longer time. For example, the 15-day in-depth tour of Kanas + Ili will cover multiple attractions such as Tianshan Tianchi, Koktokay, Kanas Lake, Shenxian Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay, Hemu Village, Ghost Town, Sayram Lake, Guozigou Bridge, Karajun Grassland, Aktas Grassland, Xiata Ancient Road, Qiongkushitai, Qiaxi Forest Park, Nalati Aerial Grassland, Bayinbuluke, and Duku Highway.?
In addition, if time is relatively tight, you can also choose the 8-day loop route, which will also allow you to appreciate the highlights of Kanas and Ili.?
During the journey, you can not only enjoy the magnificent natural scenery but also experience the local customs and food culture. Whether it’s a self-drive tour or a package tour, you will leave unforgettable memories.?