The best travel routes to Ili vary from person to person, but the following selected routes cover natural scenery, cultural customs, photography, trekking, and other aspects for your reference:?
1. Leisurely Slow-paced Journey:?
Starting from Yining City, visit the China-Kazakhstan International Cooperation Center and the Gate Scenic Area to experience exotic flavors.?
Visit the Jieyou Princess Lavender Garden and Huiyuan Ancient City Scenic Area, immersing yourself in the lavender aroma and historical depth.?
Enjoy a night tour of the Liuxing Street Scenic Area and experience the nightlife of Ili?
2. Magnificent Self-driving Tour Around Tianshan Mountain:?
Starting from Yining City, passing through Gongliu County and Tekes County, visit Tianma Tourism and Culture Park, Wetland Park Scenic Area, and Baishifeng Tourism Scenic Route.?
Arriving at Qapqal Xibe Autonomous County to visit the Xibo Ancient City.?
Ending at the Kazanqi Folk Tourism Area and Silk Road Light Tourism Town in Yining City.?
3. In-depth Cultural and Folk Customs Experience Tour:?
Starting from Urumqi, passing through Kuitun City and the Duku Highway.?
Explore the Tangbula ‘Hundred-Mile Gallery’ scenic area in Nilek County, and visit Nalati Scenic Area in Xinyuan County, Kuerding Scenic Area in Gongliu County, and Karajun Scenic Area in Tekes County.?
Arriving at the Yizhao Highway, visit the Baishifeng Tourism Scenic Route and end at the Kazanqi Folk Tourism Area and Liuxing Street Scenic Area in Yining City.?
4. Ili Flower Blooming Trekking and Photography Tour:?
Starting from the Duku Highway, visit the Qiaerma and Tangbula Hundred-Mile Gallery scenic areas in Nilek County.?
Passing through Yining City, Nalati Scenic Area in Xinyuan County, Kuerding Scenic Area in Gongliu County, Karajun Scenic Area in Tekes County, and Tianma Tourism and Culture Park in Zhaosu County.?
Ending in Urumqi, you can deeply experience the natural beauty of Ili and the joy of photography along the way.?
In addition, there are various options such as the 6-day niche secret spots route, the 6-day Xiata + Junkushi Tai + Qiaxi route, the 5-day Yining starting and ending route, and the small northern Tianshan loop route, which can be flexibly arranged according to personal time and preferences.?
When planning your itinerary, it is advisable to consider factors such as season, weather, and traffic conditions to ensure a smooth journey. Meanwhile, you can also choose suitable attractions and activities for an in-depth experience based on personal interests and needs.?