Huos Lavender Yining Group Tour 2026 Recommended Quotes Available for Inquiry Recommended Itinerary Cost and Price
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Appointment with Lavender:2026 Yining In-Depth Group Tour Comprehensive Guide
🌿 Route Highlights:A perfect blend of purple romance and Silk Road charm
Yining, a city located in the Ili River Valley, has become the ‘Purple Pearl’ of northern Xinjiang due to the blooming of lavender. By 2026, the lavender planting area here has expanded to 120,000 acres, forming three major planting zones centered in Huocheng County and radiating to Qingshuihe Town and Sangong Township. From late June to mid-July each year, lavender fields stretching across the mountains, with distant snow-capped peaks and nearby poplar forests, create a natural oil painting. The air is filled with a sweet fragrance, attracting countless tourists to visit.
Unlike conventional sightseeing tours, this group tour will take you deep into the lavender industry chain: from field picking experiences to exploring essential oil distillation workshops, and learning to make lavender sachets in local family workshops, all accompanied by professional guides explaining the planting history and culture of lavender. The itinerary also includes special activities such as cycling in the Ili River Valley and visiting homes in the Kazanqi Folk Village, allowing you to experience the vibrant atmosphere of multi-ethnic coexistence amidst the purple romance.
🚌 Simple Itinerary:5-day, 4-night immersive experience
Day 1:Urumqi Assembly → Yining (approximately 7-hour drive)
Morning:Gather at Urumqi High-Speed Rail Station and take the D8101 bullet train (08:30-15:30) directly to Yining Station.
Afternoon:Upon arrival, check into a four-star hotel in the city center. After some rest, head to the Ili River scenic area to enjoy the golden river surface at sunset.
Appointment with Lavender: 2026 Yining In-Depth Group Tour Comprehensive GuideDinner:Savor a special roast whole lamb feast paired with local Kawas drinks.
Day 2:In-Depth Tour of Huocheng Lavender Planting Area
Morning:Head to the ‘Princess Jieyou Lavender Farm’ in Qingshuihe Town to participate in morning picking activities (straw hats and gloves required; tools provided by the farm).
Noon:Enjoy a lavender-themed lunch in the glass flower house on the farm (lavender roast chicken, lavender ice cream, etc.).
Afternoon:Visit the essential oil distillation workshop to learn about the extraction process of lavender essential oil. You can purchase natural ecological skincare products at your own expense.
Evening:Go to ‘Sigong Village’ in Sangong Township to photograph the lavender terraced fields at sunset.
Day 3:Cycling in the Ili River Valley → Kazanqi Folk Experience
Morning:Cycle 15 kilometers along the Ili River (mountain bikes and helmets provided), with a stop at a poplar forest picnic spot along the way.
Afternoon:Step into the Kazanqi Folk Village to visit traditional dwellings of various ethnic groups, learn to make handmade nang (a type of bread), and dance with local residents.
🌿Route Highlights: A perfect blend of purple romance and Silk Road charmDinner:Taste the ‘Nine Bowls in Three Rows’ banquet at a restaurant renovated from a century-old house.
Day 4:Sayram Lake Circular Tour → Guozigou Bridge Sightseeing
Morning:Take a bus to Sayram Lake (approximately 2-hour drive) and tour scenic spots around the lake such as Jiangjiangtai and Kele Yongzhu, searching for the blue secret realm of the ‘Last Tear of the Atlantic’.
Noon:Enjoy a high white trout feast at a lakeside restaurant.
Afternoon:Cross the Guozigou Bridge and take photos of the magnificent view of the canyon and bridge at the observation deck.
Evening:Return to Yining for free activities (recommended to visit Liuxing Street to explore the handicraft market).
Day 5:Yining → Urumqi (return trip)
Morning:Visit the Yining City Museum to learn about the history of the Silk Road and the integration of various ethnic groups.
Yining, a city located in the Ili River Valley, has become the ‘Purple Pearl’ of northern Xinjiang due to the blooming of lavender. By 2026, the lavender planting area here has expanded to 120,000 acres, forming three major planting zones centered in Huocheng County and radiating to Qingshuihe Town and Sangong Township. From late June to mid-July each year, lavender fields stretching across the mountains, with distant snow-capped peaks and nearby poplar forests, create a natural oil painting. The air is filled with a sweet fragrance, attracting countless tourists to visit.Noon:Enjoy a farewell lunch at a characteristic restaurant in the city.
Afternoon:Arrange for transfer to the station based on flight/train schedules (air tickets or train tickets from Yining to Urumqi can be booked on your behalf).
💰 Price Description (Reference for 2026)
Basic Tour Fee:Starting from 3980 yuan per person (including 4 nights in a four-star hotel, transportation throughout the tour, 9 main meals, and first admission tickets to scenic spots)
Fees Include:
Transportation:Second-class seats on the round-trip bullet train from Urumqi to Yining, local air-conditioned tour buses
Accommodation:4 nights in a four-star hotel in the city center (including breakfast)
Meals:9 main meals (including 3 special meals)
Admission Tickets:Princess Jieyou Lavender Farm, Sayram Lake, Kazanqi Folk Village, etc.
Unlike conventional sightseeing tours, this group tour will take you deep into the lavender industry chain: from field picking experiences to exploring essential oil distillation workshops, and learning to make lavender sachets in local family workshops, all accompanied by professional guides explaining the planting history and culture of lavender. The itinerary also includes special activities such as cycling in the Ili River Valley and visiting homes in the Kazanqi Folk Village, allowing you to experience the vibrant atmosphere of multi-ethnic coexistence amidst the purple romance.Services:Accompanied by professional guides, cycling equipment, picking tools
Fees Exclude:
Personal expenses, (single travelers will be coordinated for room sharing as much as possible; special cases require separate negotiation), self-funded items (such as purchasing lavender essential oil, aerial cableways, etc.)
Special Notes:During the peak blooming period of lavender from June 20th to July 10th, the tour fee may increase by 10%-15%, subject to the contract or confirmation on the day. Prices and availability are subject to contract or customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with tour dates, with the contract signed by both parties as the primary basis.
📝 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency by providing your name, valid ID number, contact information, and travel dates to complete the booking. Customer service manager Zhang Jing will provide you with a detailed itinerary and contract template.
📋 Fee Description and Service Description
Tour Fee Payment:A deposit of 1000 yuan per person is required upon registration, with the remaining balance to be paid 15 days before departure.
🚌Simple Itinerary: 5-day, 4-night immersive experienceChild Policy:Children under 12 years old not occupying a bed receive a 600 yuan discount; admission ticket differences will be refunded on-site according to scenic spot policies.
Insurance Description:Complimentary travel accident insurance (coverage of 300,000 yuan per person). For insurance upgrades, please contact customer service.
Change Description:If the itinerary needs to be changed due to uncontrollable factors such as weather or policies, reasonable changes can be made to the itinerary after mutual agreement between both parties.
Subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
💡 Travel Tips
Best Season:The lavender blooming period is from late June to mid-July. Sayram Lake is covered with wildflowers in July-August and dyed with autumn colors in September. You can choose your travel time based on your interests.
Clothing Guide:There is a large temperature difference between day and night in Ili. In summer, bring sun protection clothing and a thin jacket; for cycling, wear sports shoes and breathable long pants.
Photography Suggestions:For photographing lavender fields, it is recommended to wear white or light-colored clothing. Sayram Lake is suitable for using a wide-angle lens to capture the lake and mountain scenery.
Respect Customs:When visiting folk villages, do not take close-up photos of people without permission. Before participating in dance activities, you can first observe the movements of others.
Consult customer service manager Zhang Jing at Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency for information on the latest tour dates and availability for 2026. Let us take you into this purple ocean to feel the romance and passion of northern Xinjiang!
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation.
