The Yili self-guided travel guide mainly includes multiple classic routes and must-visit attractions. Here are some detailed guide information.?
I. Classic Routes?
Six-Day Yili Loop Tour:?
Day 1: Urumqi – Sayram Lake – Yining?
Day 2: Yining – Lavender Field – Xiata – Zhaosu/Tekes?
Subsequent itineraries can be adjusted according to personal interests, such as continuing to explore Jongkushitai Ancient Village, Xinyuan, Nalati Grassland, and other places.?
Four-Day and Three-Night Comprehensive Guide to Yili:?
Day 1: Depart from Yining, visit Kazhanqi, cross the Guozigou Bridge, and arrive at Sayram Lake.?
Day 2: Depart from Sayram Lake, head to Zhaosu, visit Jade Lake, and experience Xiata Ancient Road.?
Day 3: Depart from Xiata Ancient Road, visit Tekes, explore Qiaxi Forest Park, and stay overnight in Nalati Town.?
Day 4: Depart from Nalati Town, visit Kurdining, enjoy the beauty of Nalati Grassland, and return to Yining.?
Seven-Day Tour of Yili:?
Covering multiple important attractions such as Urumqi, Sayram Lake, Guozigou, Yining, Zhaosu, Tekes, and Nalati, it offers a rich experience of natural scenery and cultural customs.?
II. Must-Visit Attractions?
Sayram Lake: The largest alpine pearl in Xinjiang, with sapphire-blue lake water. The surrounding scenery is like a fairy tale. It is suitable for self-driving around the lake to encounter the lake and mountain scenery from different angles.?
Guozigou Bridge: A magnificent modern bridge that perfectly integrates with the beautiful mountains and rivers. Standing on the viewing platform, you can easily capture the full view of the bridge.?
Nalati Grassland: Known as the ‘Aerial Grassland’, it is intertwined with snow-capped mountains, forests, and grasslands. It is suitable for horse riding or hiking to appreciate the beautiful scenery.?
Karajun Grassland: It integrates grasslands, forests, and valleys. The landscapes such as five-flower meadows are breathtakingly beautiful. Hiking through it allows you to overlook the magnificent scenery of the grassland.?
Jongkushitai: A quaint village hidden under the mountain forest and grassland, full of poetry, and free to enter. You can also drive in, saving money and convenient.?
III. Other Suggestions?
Best Travel Time: From June to August is the peak beauty period of Yili. The grasslands are lush, wildflowers bloom freely, and the climate is especially pleasant, making it a paradise for escaping the summer heat.?
Accommodation Options: Near Sayram Lake, you can choose to stay at a campervan campsite, such as the Dianjiangtai Starry Sky Campsite, to experience the joy of close contact with nature.?
Food Recommendations: The specialties of Xinjiang, such as large plate chicken, mutton kebabs, pilaf, and lung noodles, are all delicious dishes that cannot be missed.?
The above guide is for reference only. The specific itinerary and attraction selection can be adjusted according to personal interests and time. Wish you have a pleasant self-guided tour in Yili!?