Bayinbuluk Group Tour Best Route Recommendation Plus Must Read Recommended Route Cost and Price

Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation

The grassland wonderland where stars and moonlight intertwine:2026 In-Depth Exploration Guide to Bayanbulak
I. Key Highlights of the Route: An Ecological Tapestry in the Heart of the Tianshan Mountains
As China’s second-largest grassland, Bayanbulak Grassland is renowned for its “Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns” Kaidu River and Swan Lake Nature Reserve. This alpine wetland at an altitude of 2,500 meters, with an average summer temperature of 18°C, is an ideal destination for summer retreats and ecological tourism. In 2026, the scenic area will implement a time-slot reservation system, limiting daily visitors to 8,000. Reservations must be made in advance through the “Bayanbulak Tourism” mini-program.
Core Scenic Belt:
Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns Viewing Platform:At sunset, you can capture the wonder of nine suns reflected (optimal shooting period: July-August)
Swan Lake Nature Reserve:From May to June, over 5,000 migratory birds such as whooper swans and mute swans inhabit the area
Baxilike Grassland:Filming location for the movie “Pegasus 3,” where you can experience grassland go-karting
Haoteng Sala Waterfall:A plateau ice waterfall at an altitude of 3,200 meters with abundant water flow during the rainy season
Ecological Protection Measures:
The scenic area enforces a “Leave No Trace” policy, prohibiting plastic products from entering the park
Drone flights are prohibited after 18:00 daily
Feeding naturally growing animals is prohibited in the core area
II. Recommended Itinerary Options for 2026
Option 1:5-Day Classic Loop (Starting and ending in Urumqi)

The grassland wonderland where stars and moonlight intertwine: 2026 In-Depth Exploration Guide to BayanbulakDay 1:Urumqi → Sayram Lake (5 hours) → Stay in Qingshuihe Town
Highlights:Drive 120 kilometers around the lake to photograph the “Last Tear of the Atlantic”
Day 2:Guozigou Bridge → Nalati Alpine Grassland (4 hours) → Stay in Nalati Town
Experiences:Ride horses through Snow Lotus Valley and taste dairy skins from various ethnic groups
Day 3:Middle section of the Duku Highway → Bayanbulak Grassland (3.5 hours)
Key Focus:Arrive at the scenic area before 16:00 and take the shuttle bus to visit Swan Lake
Day 4:Sunset at Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns → Gongnaisi Forest Farm (2 hours)
Features:Stay in a forest cabin and experience pinecone picking
Day 5:Return to Urumqi (8 hours)
Alternative:If time permits, add the Xiata Ancient Path to the itinerary
Option 2:8-Day Photography Special (Starting and ending in Korla)
Days 1-2:Korla → Lop Nur Village → Populus euphratica Forest along the Tarim River
Days 3-4:Luntai → Taklimakan Desert Highway → Minfeng
Day 5:Minfeng → Qiemo → Ruoqiang (Loulan Museum)

I. Key Highlights of the Route: An Ecological Tapestry in the Heart of the Tianshan MountainsDay 6:Ruoqiang → Yuli → Bayanbulak
Day 7:Full-day grassland creation (focus on shooting morning mist and starry skies)
Day 8:Bayanbulak → Hejing → Turpan
Transportation Tips:
Hejing Airport will open in June 2026, with one daily flight from Urumqi to Bayanbulak
Self-driving is recommended via the G217 + G218 route combination. Note that some sections of National Highway 218 have a speed limit of 60 km/h
Scenic Area Shuttle Bus Operating Hours:8:00-21:30 (last bus)
III. Cost Reference System
Basic Cost Components:
Scenic Area Admission Ticket:65 yuan/person (free with “Pegasus 3” ticket stub)
Shuttle Bus Ticket:75 yuan/person (includes round trip to Baxilike)
Self-Driving Service Fee:300 yuan/vehicle (must be reserved 3 days in advance)
Photography Guide Service:800 yuan/day (includes equipment rental)
Group Tour Reference Prices:

As China’s second-largest grassland, Bayanbulak Grassland is renowned for its “Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns” Kaidu River and Swan Lake Nature Reserve. This alpine wetland at an altitude of 2,500 meters, with an average summer temperature of 18°C, is an ideal destination for summer retreats and ecological tourism. In 2026, the scenic area will implement a time-slot reservation system, limiting daily visitors to 8,000. Reservations must be made in advance through the “Bayanbulak Tourism” mini-program.5-Day Budget Group:3,200-3,800 yuan/person (includes 4 nights of accommodation)
8-Day Photography Group:6,800-7,500 yuan/person (includes 7 nights of accommodation)
Customized Group:Starting from 12,000 yuan for 2 people (includes an exclusive guide for all hours)
Cost Explanation:
Prices include first admission tickets to the scenic area, shuttle buses, accommodation, and breakfast
Does not include meals (average meal cost about 80-120 yuan/day)
June-August is peak season, and prices may increase by 15%-20%
Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing
IV. Professional Service Guarantees
Provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency:
Qualification Guarantees:Holds a formal business license issued by the culture and tourism bureau
Team Configuration:Each group is equipped with 1 ecological interpreter + 1 staff member
Emergency Services:24-hour rescue vehicles on standby, with 3 medical stations within the scenic area
Special Services:Free windproof jackets, kumis tasting, and starry sky photography guidance

Core Scenic Belt:Service Commitments:
Itinerary Changes:In case of extreme weather, rescheduling to alternative scenic areas can be negotiated
Accommodation Standards:No lower than three-star or characteristic homestays
Dining Guarantees:Restaurants account for no less than 60%
Complaint Handling:Solutions provided within 48 hours
V. Pre-Trip Recommendation Guide
Equipment Checklist:
Clothing:Windbreaker, quick-dry clothes, sun protection face mask, high-top hiking shoes
Gear:Telephoto lens (200mm or above), tripod, spare batteries
Medications:Rhodiola capsules, motion sickness patches, mosquito repellent spray
Documents:Valid identification, senior citizen/student cards, and other discount certificates
Precautions:
Time Zone Change:Xinjiang is 2 hours behind mainland China; it is recommended to adapt 3 days in advance
Environmental Requirements:Garbage must be taken out of the scenic area; violators will be fined 200-500 yuan

Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns Viewing Platform: At sunset, you can capture the wonder of nine suns reflected (optimal shooting period: July-August)Shooting Prohibitions:Tripods are prohibited at the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns Viewing Platform (19:00-21:00)
Ethnic Customs:When visiting local yurts, walk clockwise and avoid stepping on the doorstep
VI. Registration and Consultation Channels
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Customer service manager Zhang Jing will provide you with:
Real-time availability inquiries
Personalized itinerary customization
Explanation of preferential policies
Contract terms clarification
(Service Hours:10:00-20:00, no holidays off)
VII. Special Reminders
The scenic area implements a time-slot reservation system; reservations must be made 3 days in advance through the mini-program
June-October 2026 is the optimal viewing period; it is recommended to avoid National Day Golden Week
Shuttle buses depart every 15 minutes or when full
The Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns Viewing Platform limits daily visitors to 2,000 and requires time-slot reservations
This land, rated as one of “China’s Six Most Beautiful Grasslands” by Chinese National Geography, is welcoming visitors from all directions with more standardized tourism services. When the sunset glow of the Kaidu River染红 (dyes red) the horizon and the wings of swans sweep across the snow-capped mountain reflections, Bayanbulak will etch an eternal grassland memory for every traveler with its most primitive grandeur.

Contact Manager Guo Jing at 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation