Recommended travel itinerary for Yili, Xinjiang, in August is as follows:**?
Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi?
Departing from anywhere in the country, arrive in Urumqi, the capital of Xinjiang, to prepare for your upcoming journey to Yili.?
Day 2: Urumqi – Kuitun?
Departing from Urumqi, proceed along the S101 scenic highway, where you can visit the Dushanzi Grand Canyon to feel the wonders of nature created by the gods. Stay overnight in Kuitun.?
Day 3: Kuitun – Yining?
Departing from Kuitun, continue onward, passing through the beautiful Sayram Lake and the spectacular Guozigou Bridge, and also enjoy the beauty of the lavender fields. Finally, arrive in Yining City.?
Day 4: Yining – Zhaosu/Tekes?
Departing from Yining, there are two options: one is to head to Xiata Grassland and arrive in Zhaosu at night; the other is to drive on the Yizhao Highway, explore the Xiata Ancient Road, and arrive in Tekes Eight Trigrams City to experience the charm of excellent traditional Chinese culture.?
Day 5: Zhaosu/Tekes – Tekes/Xinyuan?
If you arrive in Zhaosu the previous day, you can visit the Human Body Grassland and Qiongkushitai today, and finally arrive in Tekes; if you are already in Tekes the previous day, you can visit the Qiongkushitai Village to admire the beauty of the Karajun Grassland, and stay overnight in Xinyuan.?
Day 6: Tekes/Xinyuan – Bayin?
Departing from Tekes or Xinyuan, visit the Nalati Aerial Grassland to experience its vastness and grandeur. Then head to Bayinbrook to admire the unique scenery of the Nine-Bend Eighteen-Turn River, and stay overnight in Bayin.?
Day 7: Bayin – Kuitun?
Departing from Bayin, passing through the middle section of the Duku Highway, visit Tangbula Hundred-Mile Gallery to admire the magnificent natural scenery. Finally, return to Kuitun for accommodation and prepare for the return trip the next day.?
Day 8: Kuitun – Urumqi?
Departing from Kuitun, return to Urumqi along the S101 scenic highway to conclude your delightful journey in Yili.?
In addition, during your travel in Yili, you can also choose to visit places such as the Yili River Valley and the Gongliu National Nature Reserve based on your personal interests and schedule, to experience the diverse charm of Yili.?
Meanwhile, remember to book your tickets and accommodation in advance to ensure a smooth trip.?