Embarking on a group tour to Yili from Lankao in July or August is a good choice, but attention should be paid to the potential crowd and price pressures during peak tourist seasons. Here are some detailed suggestions and information:?
Itinerary recommendations:?
Classic seven-day tour: On the first day, depart from Lankao and transfer via Urumqi to Yining to visit the downtown area and the beautiful scenery of the Yili River. Over the next few days, you can arrange visits to famous attractions such as Sayram Lake, Guozigou Bridge, Qiongkushitai, Tekes, and the Nalati Grassland.?
Another option is an eight-day, seven-night light luxury tour, which, besides the aforementioned scenic spots, also allows you to experience the unique scenery of the Yizhao Highway, Xiata Ancient Road, and Duku Highway.?
Cost reference:?
July and August are peak tourist seasons in Yili, and group tour fees may be relatively high. Generally speaking, the per capita cost for a seven-day tour to Yili, including transportation, accommodation, dining, tickets, and other basic expenses, ranges from approximately 3,000 to 6,000 yuan. Specific costs depend on personal needs and budgets.?
There are also more upscale light luxury travel options, with per capita costs potentially reaching around 7,000 yuan.?
Travel suggestions:?
Advance planning: Since July and August are peak tourist seasons, it is recommended to plan your itinerary in advance and book hotels and transportation to avoid inconvenience caused by crowds and price hikes.?
Sunscreen and heatstroke prevention: The climate in Yili is cool in July and August, but the ultraviolet rays are strong. It is recommended to take sunscreen measures, such as carrying sunscreen lotion, moisturizing cream, hats, sunglasses, and more.?
Respect local customs: During the tour, one should respect local customs and traditions, maintain appropriate etiquette, especially in public places.?
Cuisine recommendations:?
The Yili region boasts abundant specialty cuisine such as lamb kebabs, beef kebabs, hand-grabbed meat, big plate chicken, spicy chicken with pepper, and more. Tourists can taste the local specialty cuisine and experience the unique flavors of Xinjiang.?
Precautions:?
Cautious shopping: When purchasing specialties within the scenic area, attention should be paid to price and quality to avoid buying overpriced or fake items.?
Self-driving and chartered cars: For first-time visitors, self-driving may not be the best option, and chartered cars are more convenient for travel. Meanwhile, there are hotels to choose from within the Nalati scenic area. If you purchase a self-driving ticket, you can stay at a hotel inside the scenic area.?
In summary, embarking on a group tour to Yili from Lankao in July or August is an anticipated itinerary, but attention should be paid to advance planning, sunscreen and heatstroke prevention, respecting local customs, and cautious shopping. I hope these suggestions can provide useful references for your trip.?
