Tekes, Ili offers multiple tourism route options. Here is a recommended classic tourism route**:
Tekes Classic Tourism Route:
Day 1: Arrive in Yining, and you can choose to freely explore Yining downtown, stroll around Hanren Street, taste local cuisine, and feel the unique charm of Yining.
Day 2: Depart from Yining and head to Sayram Lake to enjoy the sunrise and crystal-clear waters of Sayram Lake. Afterwards, cross the Guozigou Bridge to overlook the峡谷 scenery.
Day 3: Head to the Nalati Grassland to experience grassland activities such as horse riding and archery, and feel the freedom and romance of the Nalati Grassland.
Day 4: Visit the Kalajun Grassland, where grasslands intertwine with snow-capped mountains and forests, as if stepping into a world of oil paintings.
Day 5: Head to Tekes, and enjoy the spectacular Blue Lake and scenic viewpoints along the way. Upon arrival in Tekes, visit the Bagua City to learn about its historical evolution and folk culture.
Day 6: Depart from Tekes and head to Qiongkushitai, a beautiful grassland attraction suitable for hiking and photography. Afterwards, you can choose to proceed to Gongliu, and visit the Qiaxi Forest Park on the way.
Day 7: Return to Yining from Gongliu, and visit the Kazhanqi Folk Village on the way to understand local customs and habits. Finally, stroll around the Grand Bazaar in Yining downtown, buy some local specialties and souvenirs, and then return home with full memories.
In addition, Tekes also offers special tourist routes such as the two-day tour of the Aktas Grassland Love Shrine. Tourists can choose according to their interests and time.
During the tour, you can also taste the special Hui-style cuisine such as mutton chops with pulled noodles, and various Kazakh delicacies, allowing your taste buds to enjoy a journey as well.
I hope this itinerary can provide useful reference for your trip to Tekes, Ili.