A 5-day travel guide from Korla to Yili, with the following recommended itinerary:
Day 1: Departure from Korla
In the morning, depart from Korla and drive northwest along National Highway G218 or G30 Expressway, passing through Bayingol Mongol Autonomous Prefecture.
After arriving in Hejing County, turn onto Provincial Highway S101, cross the Tianshan Mountains, and continue to Bayin布鲁克 Grassland.
Enjoy the spectacular scenery of mountains and grasslands along the way. Stay overnight on Bayin布鲁克 Grassland to experience its grandeur and tranquility.
Day 2: Bayin布鲁克 Grassland – Nalati
In the morning, enjoy the sunrise on Bayin布鲁克 Grassland and feel its vastness and grandeur.
Then take a vehicle to Nalati Town, enjoying the scenery of the Gongnais River along the way.
After arriving in Nalati Town, visit the Nalati Grassland and experience ethnic activities such as horse riding and archery. Stay overnight in Nalati.
Day 3: Nalati – Bagua City – Tekes
After breakfast, take a vehicle to Tekes Bagua City, the only city in China that follows the layout of the Bagua, which has high historical and cultural value.
After visiting the Bagua City, proceed to Tekes County to visit the Tekes Museum and learn about the local history and culture.
Stay overnight in Tekes to prepare for the next day’s itinerary
Day 4: Tekes – Karakun Grassland
Depart from Tekes and head to the Karakun Grassland. Karakun Grassland is a typical alpine grassland with magnificent scenery.
Walk on the grassland and enjoy the beautiful scenery of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, forests, and rivers intertwining.
Experience the local folk customs. In the evening, you can choose to camp on the grassland or return to Tekes for accommodation
Day 5: Tekes – Yili
In the morning, depart from Tekes and continue north along National Highway 218 into the Yili River Valley.
Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Yili River Valley, including attractions such as the Lavender Base (if seasonal) and the Guozigou Bridge.
After arriving in Yili, you can visit local tourist attractions and purchase unique souvenirs.
Depending on the return plan in the evening, you can choose to stay in Yili or return to Korla
This itinerary covers classic attractions and unique experiences from Korla to Yili, but specific arrangements may need to be adjusted according to actual conditions (such as weather, traffic, etc.). During the trip, please drive safely, abide by local regulations, and enjoy a pleasant journey!