You can choose to travel to Ili by airplane, train, or self-driving.?
Airplane:?
You can fly directly to Yining from cities such as Zhengzhou, Beijing, Nanjing, Xi’an, Chengdu, Lanzhou, and Urumqi.?
Yining Airport is about 5 kilometers away from the downtown area and has convenient transportation. It is the fastest and most convenient way to get to Ili.?
Train:?
Departing from places such as Urumqi, Lanzhou, Jinan, Qingdao, etc., you can take a direct train to Yining.?
Taking the train from Urumqi to Yining takes about 12 hours. Choosing a train in the afternoon or evening allows you to arrive in Yining in the morning and start your journey.?
Self-driving tour:?
If you have plenty of time, you can consider driving from Urumqi to Yining along the Lianhuo Expressway or G30 Expressway. The total distance is about 700 kilometers and the driving time is about 7-10 hours.?
Self-driving travel can save a lot of time because there are basically no buses directly to scenic areas when traveling within Xinjiang.?
In addition, you can choose to join a group tour, which is suitable for all visitors to Xinjiang. There are many options, preferential prices, time-saving and effort-saving, and experienced drivers and guides to lead the way.?
When planning the itinerary, you can also consider visiting famous attractions in Ili, such as Sayram Lake, Guozigou Valley, Qiongkushitai, and Nalati Grassland, and taste local specialty foods such as mutton pilaf and roast whole sheep.?
The above information is for reference only. Specific itinerary arrangements need to be adjusted according to personal time and budget.?