The travel guide for Yili Apricot Blossom Valley is as follows:?
I. Best Viewing Time?
The apricot blossom season is relatively short, generally lasting about 7 to 10 days, but it is greatly affected by the climate of the year. Around mid-April each year is the best period for apricot blossoms, with possible fluctuations of about a week before or after. The blooming time also varies in different regions, such as Tuergen Apricot Blossom Valley from April 4th to 14th, and Daxigou in Huocheng County from April 10th to 21st.?
II. Clothing Preparation?
The diurnal temperature variation in Xinjiang is large. Even in spring, when the sun is intense during the day and the temperature is higher, you can wear a lightweight jacket; however, the temperature is lower in the morning and evening, so you need to bring thick cotton clothes, thermal pants, and other warm clothing.?
Also, prepare sunscreen products such as sun hats, sunglasses, sunscreen lotion, etc. The ultraviolet rays in Xinjiang are very strong, so it is crucial to take sunscreen measures.?
III. Transportation Tips?
External Transportation: You can first arrive at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, which has numerous air routes and is convenient for domestic and international tourists to reach. Transfer from Urumqi to Yining City in the Ili Kazak Autonomous Prefecture.?
Heading to Yili Apricot Blossom Valley: You can choose to join a tour group, take a long-distance bus, drive yourself, or rent a car. A rented car is recommended, as driving yourself may be quite tiring, and unfamiliarity with road conditions and local customs may pose safety concerns.?
IV. Shooting Suggestions?
The apricot blossoms in Tuergen are mainly distributed between the mountainside and the mountaintop, with some in the valley. The shooting positions are flexible, allowing free movement to find your favorite perspectives.?
A longer focal length is needed for shooting; a 70-200mm lens is a must-have, and a 24-70mm lens can be used to capture some small scenes.?
The best shooting times are morning and evening, when the sky turns red, and the entire hillside will be stunningly beautiful.?
V. Recommended Itinerary Arrangement?
5 days and 4 nights itinerary: Arrive in Yining on the first day; depart from Yining to explore Tuergen Apricot Blossom Valley and head to Xinyuan on the second day; revisit Tuergen Apricot Blossom Valley on the third day, then proceed to Kazanqi, and finally return to Yining; depart from Yining to cross the Guozigou Bridge, visit Sayram Lake, and return to Yining on the fourth day; end the trip and transfer to the airport from Yining on the fifth day.?
7 days and 6 nights itinerary: covers more scenery and cultural customs of Xinjiang, such as Dushanzi Grand Canyon, Sayram Lake, Guozigou Bridge, Daxigou Apricot Blossoms, Kumtag Desert, and other attractions. Also, Xinjiang cuisine awaits you to savor.?
During the trip, you can also enjoy the surrounding scenery such as Sayram Lake, Kuerdining, and Guozigou Bridge, and experience the natural landscapes and cultural customs of Xinjiang. Wish you a pleasant trip to Yili Apricot Blossom Valley!?