The recommended best one-day tour route in Ili is as follows: Yining City – Ili General’s Mansion – Ili Lavender Manor – Ili Tianshan Flower Sea Scenic Area?
At 9 am, first head to the historic Ili General’s Mansion to feel the important position of frontier history during the Qing Dynasty. It is recommended to visit for 2 hours. During this time, you can take photos in front of the mansion. The architectural style and colors are very suitable for taking pictures of human landscapes?
. In the middle of the day, drive to Ili Lavender Manor, which takes about 1 hour by car. Although the lavender area is smaller and more commercialized, lavender lovers can still consider visiting. It is recommended to spend 2 hours there?
. In the afternoon, head directly to Ili Tianshan Flower Sea Scenic Area, which is the largest lavender base in Ili, covering an area of 22,000 mu. It is recommended to travel by car. The soft light in the afternoon and evening is very suitable for taking photos. The recommended photo spot is the small hillside in the scenic area. Overlooking the entire flower sea from the top of the hill, you can enjoy the endless lavender sea?
In addition, there are other one-day tour routes to choose from, such as Yining City – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Valley – Khorgos Port – Yining City?
, or Karajun International Eco-tourism Zone – Ili River Scenic Area – Tangbula Grassland, etc.?
, tourists can choose according to their interests and schedules. Before traveling, it is recommended to check the transportation and ticket information in advance, arrange your itinerary well, and bring some snacks and water for unexpected needs?