4-Day Travel Guide to Yili, Xinjiang
Day 1: Yining Downtown and Qiaxi Grassland
Morning
Arrive in Yining and adapt to the time difference in advance.
Enjoy specialty breakfast downtown, such as baked stuffed buns and mutton skewers.
Noon
Drive to Qiaxi Grassland (about a 30-minute drive).
Taste farmhouse cuisine at a restaurant near the grassland.
Afternoon
Explore Qiaxi Grassland, ride horses, hike, and feel the beauty of nature.
Visit the Bagua City to learn about its historical culture.
Evening
Return to Yining downtown and check into the hotel.
Try local specialty dishes at a downtown restaurant.
Day 2: Nalati Grassland
Morning
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Nalati Grassland (about a 2-hour drive).
Noon
Dine at a small restaurant near the grassland.
Afternoon
Explore Nalati Grassland, known as the "Aerial Grassland," where you can ride horses and hike.
Take photos at the Internet-famous bridge; it is recommended to go early in the morning.
Evening
You can choose to camp at Nalati Grassland or stay at a hotel near the parking lot at the foot of the mountain.
Day 3: Sailimu Lake and Guozigou
Morning
Drive to Sailimu Lake to enjoy the picturesque lake and mountain scenery.
Sailimu Lake is known as the "Last Tear of the Atlantic Ocean," with its sapphire-blue waters.
Afternoon
Head to Guozigou to admire the Guozigou Bridge and峡谷 scenery.
Stand on the observation deck and easily capture a panoramic view of the bridge.
Evening
Return to Yining downtown and check into the hotel.
Enjoy dinner downtown and experience the city’s nightlife.
Day 4: Yining Downtown and Return Journey
Morning
Explore Yining downtown and feel the city’s vibrancy.
Visit Liuxing Street for its unique architectural style and artistic specialty shops.
Noon
Enjoy lunch downtown and taste more local cuisine.
Afternoon
Arrange shopping or rest according to your return time.
Book airport transfer transportation in advance to ensure a smooth itinerary.
Evening
End your pleasant trip to Yili and return home.
Budget planning
Transportation expenses: Including airport transfers and transportation between attractions, internal transportation expenses in the Yili area are approximately 400 yuan.
Lodging expenses: Depending on the hotel class and geographical location, prices range from 200 to 500 yuan per night.
Dining expenses: Dining expenses in the Yili area are approximately 100 yuan per person per day.
Attraction ticket prices: Prices vary from attraction to attraction, ranging approximately from 50 to 150 yuan.
Precautions
Book air tickets, hotels, and transportation in advance to ensure a smooth itinerary.
Pay attention to the time difference and adapt in advance.
Carry necessary travel items such as sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, etc.
Respect local customs and habits, and protect the natural environment.