There are many options for the best tourist routes in Yili. Here are several classic routes recommended based on different preferences and durations:?
1. Leisurely Slow-paced Tour (suitable for tourists who love a relaxed pace)?
Route Planning: Yining City – Horgos City (China-Kazakhstan International Cooperation Center, Guomen Scenic Area) – Huocheng County (Jieyou Princess Lavender Garden, Huiyuan Ancient City Scenic Area) – Yining City (Yili Prefecture Museum, Lin Zexu Memorial Hall, night tour of Liuxingjie Scenic Area). This route allows visitors to experience the exotic charm of Yili, the fragrance of lavender, and a sense of historical depth, while enjoying the nightlife of Yining City.?
2. Tianshan Mountain Scenic View Self-driving Tour (suitable for tourists who love natural scenery)?
Route Planning:?
Yining City – Gongliu County (Kuerdening Scenic Area) – Tekes County (Karajun Scenic Area, night tour of Bagua City Lijie Scenic Area) – Zhaosu County (Tianma Tourism Cultural Park, Wetland Park Scenic Area) – Yizhao Highway (Baishifeng Tourism Scenic Road) – Qapqal Xibe Autonomous County (Xibe Ancient City) – Yining City (Kazanqi Folk Tourism Area, night tour of Silu Zhiguang Tourism Town)?
Another similar route starts from Yining City, passing through Gongliu County and Tekes County, visiting attractions such as Tianma Tourism Cultural Park and Wetland Park, and finally returning to Yining City, experiencing the magnificent natural scenery along the way.?
3. Cultural Customs Experience Tour (suitable for tourists who love cultural exploration)?
Route Planning: Urumqi City – Kuitun City – Duku Highway – Nileke County (Tangbula ‘Hundred-Mile Gallery’ Scenic Area) – Xinyuan County (Nalati Scenic Area) – Gongliu County – Tekes County – Zhaosu County – Yining City. This route allows an in-depth experience of Yili’s cultural customs and visits to multiple famous scenic areas, such as Tangbula ‘Hundred-Mile Gallery’ and Nalati Scenic Area.?
4. 6-8 Day Self-driving Itinerary (suitable for tourists with more available time)?
Route Planning:?
Day 1: Urumqi – Sayram Lake, enjoy the special large-scale scenery of Xinjiang along the way, and arrive at Sayram Lake in the afternoon.?
Day 2: Qingshuihe – Tekes, visit Huocheng Lavender Garden and experience Yizhao Highway.?
Day 3: One-day tour in Tekes, visit Karajun Grassland and Bagua City.?
Day 4: Tekes – Nalati, visit the Aerial Grassland.?
In the following days, you can continue to visit attractions such as Bayinbrook Grassland, Nine-Bend-Eighteen-Turn River, Swan Lake, and finally return to Urumqi.?
5. In-depth 12-day tour (suitable for tourists who want a comprehensive experience of Yili)?
Route Planning: Starting from Urumqi, passing through multiple attractions such as Sayram Lake, Guozigou Valley, Lavender Garden, Huiyuan Ancient City, and Kazanqi Folk Village, and finally returning to Urumqi. This route covers many famous attractions in Yili, allowing a comprehensive experience of Yili’s natural scenery and cultural customs.?
In summary, the best tourist routes in Yili vary from person to person. Visitors can choose routes that suit them based on their preferences and time. No matter which route is chosen, they can appreciate the beauty and charm of Yili.?