August Beijing-Yili Travel Guide:?
Itinerary planning suggestions:?
Departure time: August is the best time to visit Yili. At this time, Yili is in summer with pleasant weather, vibrant grasslands, and picturesque scenery.?
Number of travel days: It is recommended to arrange for about a week to deeply experience the beautiful scenery and culture of Yili.?
Transportation: You can choose to travel to Urumqi by plane or train and then transfer to local transportation for sightseeing.?
Specific itinerary arrangements:?
Day 1: Depart from Beijing and travel to Urumqi by plane or train. Upon arrival, you can visit attractions in downtown Urumqi, such as Hongshan Park, to experience the urban charm of Xinjiang.?
Day 2: Depart from Urumqi to Sailimu Lake. Sailimu Lake is Xinjiang’s largest alpine lake, with sapphire-blue water and surrounding scenery that resembles a fairy tale. You can drive around the lake and encounter the lake and mountain scenery from different angles. Camp by the lake to watch sunrise and sunset, experiencing the tranquility and beauty of nature.?
Day 3: Visit the Guozigou Bridge, a magnificent modern bridge that perfectly blends with the natural scenery of mountains and rivers. Standing on the viewing platform, you can easily capture a panoramic view of the bridge. Afterwards, proceed to Yining City to visit the Khorgos Port and Lavender Base.?
Day 4: Head to Nalati Grassland, known as the ‘Aerial Grassland’, where snow-capped mountains, forests, and grasslands intertwine. Here, you can ride horses or hike to admire the beautiful scenery. You can also visit Huocheng Lavender Fields. From June to July, lavender blooms, transforming this place into China’s Provence with vast purple fields of flowers that are romantic and charming, providing excellent photo opportunities.?
Day 5: You can choose to visit Kalajun Grassland, which integrates grasslands, forests, and canyons, with breathtaking landscapes such as colorful meadows. While hiking there, overlook the magnificent scenery of the grassland and feel the wonders of nature.?
In the following days: Depending on personal interests and schedule, continue to explore other beautiful scenery in Yili, such as Bayanbulak Grassland. Finally, return to Urumqi along the Duku Highway, enjoying the scenery of the four seasons along the way and bringing your journey to a perfect conclusion.?
Practical tips:?
Clothing suggestions: The temperature in Yili in August is suitable, but the temperature difference between morning and night is large. It is recommended to bring thin coats, long-sleeved shirts, and other clothing.?
Skincare essentials: Xinjiang has a dry climate, so humidifiers and moisturizing products are good companions for travel.?
Food recommendations: When coming to Xinjiang, how can you not try the authentic mutton kebabs and baked naan? There are also local specialty foods such as hand-grabbed rice, lagmen noodles, etc., all worth trying.?
Precautions: Xinjiang has a vast territory and the distance between attractions is far. It is recommended to reasonably arrange your itinerary and pay attention to traffic safety. At the same time, respect the local culture and customs and be a civilized tourist.?
I hope this August Beijing-Yili travel guide can help you with your trip and wish you a pleasant journey!?