Yili Group Tour Itinerary for Lavender Manor Blooming Period Guide + Cost Reference Recommended Itinerary and Price
Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send itinerary and quotation
In-depth Tour of Ili Lavender Manor:Complete Analysis of Blooming Period, Routes, and Costs
[🌸 Ili Lavender Manor:The Starting Point of Purple Romance]
The lavender fields in the Ili River Valley are among the most captivating sights in Xinjiang during summer. From mid-June to early July each year, lavender in areas such as Lucaogou Town and Sigong Village in Huocheng County enter their full bloom, creating a purple sea of flowers that contrasts beautifully with the blue sky and white clouds. The air is filled with a faint lavender fragrance, attracting countless visitors to come and take photos. Unlike lavender plantations in other regions, Ili’s lavender fields are mostly in the form of farms. Each field is not large in scale, but the overall atmosphere is rich, making it a paradise for photography enthusiasts and nature lovers.
[🚗 Detailed Introduction to Routes or Destinations]
1. Princess Jieyou Lavender Garden
As the most well-known lavender观赏园 (viewing garden) in the Ili region, Princess Jieyou Lavender Garden integrates sightseeing, science education, and hands-on experiences. The garden not only features vast expanses of lavender fields but also includes a lavender museum and a distillation process exhibition area, allowing visitors to gain a deep understanding of lavender culture and its uses while enjoying the beautiful scenery. Additionally, the garden offers a sightseeing mini-train for convenient touring.
Opening Hours:Daily from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, with last entry at 8:30 PM.
Ticket Prices:During peak season (June to July), tickets are priced at 35 RMB per person, including entry and basic scenic area tours. Some individual experiences in the garden, such as essential oil distillation tours and product DIY sessions, may require additional fees.
Special Experiences:Lavender essential oil distillation demonstrations, landscape maze, free admission to the lavender museum.
2. Huanghuang Village Lavender Fields
In-depth Tour of Ili Lavender Manor: Complete Analysis of Blooming Period, Routes, and CostsHuanghuang Village has emerged as a popular internet-famous village in recent years, attracting numerous visitors with its free lavender fields and unique homestay culture. Although the lavender fields here are not as expansive as those in Princess Jieyou Garden, they excel in their natural, untouched beauty and are open to the public free of charge. Visitors can stroll freely here, experiencing the romance of the purple flower sea, or choose to stay in boutique homestays in the village, enjoying the pleasure of having flower fields right outside their windows.
Special Experiences:Free viewing of hillside flower fields, experiencing boutique homestays, tasting local cuisine.
Notes:There is no unified ticket for the village; all expenses are paid on-site as needed. Taking a shared car or taxi to Huanghuang Village costs approximately 100 to 150 RMB one way (peak season prices).
3. Sigong Village Lavender River
Sigong Village is one of the important areas for lavender cultivation in Ili. The lavender river and hillside flower fields here are a paradise for photography enthusiasts. When the lavender is in full bloom, the purple flowers spread along the riverbanks, creating a unique landscape. Visitors can capture stunning photos of the “flower fields framed by the Tianshan Mountains” here, experiencing the grandeur and harmony of nature.
Special Experiences:Photographing the beautiful scenery of the lavender river, experiencing rural life, tasting farmhouse cuisine.
[📅 Simple Itinerary]
Day 1:Arrive in Yining, Acclimate to the Climate
Morning:Arrive at Yining Airport or train station, where Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency will arrange a private car to pick you up and take you to a downtown hotel for check-in.
Afternoon:Stroll through the Liuxing Street Night Market, taste local delicacies such as handmade ice cream, and experience Yining’s nightlife.
Evening:Take a leisurely walk through the blue alleys of Kazanqi, experiencing the customs of various ethnic groups.
[🌸 Ili Lavender Manor: The Starting Point of Purple Romance]Day 2:Yining to Huocheng Lavender Garden
Morning:After breakfast, take a car to Princess Jieyou Lavender Garden in Huocheng County, visit the lavender museum, and learn about lavender culture.
Afternoon:Freely take photos in the lavender fields, experience the lavender essential oil distillation process, and purchase pure lavender products as souvenirs.
Evening:Return to downtown Yining and check into a hotel for rest.
Day 3:Huocheng to Sayram Lake
Morning:After breakfast, take a car to Sayram Lake, enjoying the magnificent scenery of the Guozigou Bridge along the way.
Afternoon:Tour around the lake, visiting attractions such as Songshu Tou (Pine Tree Head), Qinshuitan (Beach by the Water), and the S-bend, experiencing the charm of the “Last Tear Drop of the Atlantic Ocean.”
Evening:Check into a caravan camp or yurt within the Sayram Lake scenic area, enjoying the starry sky and sunrise.
Day 4:Sayram Lake to Karajun Grassland
Morning:Wake up early to watch the sunrise over Sayram Lake, with golden sunlight洒满 (filling) the lake surface, creating a breathtaking sight.
The lavender fields in the Ili River Valley are among the most captivating sights in Xinjiang during summer. From mid-June to early July each year, lavender in areas such as Lucaogou Town and Sigong Village in Huocheng County enter their full bloom, creating a purple sea of flowers that contrasts beautifully with the blue sky and white clouds. The air is filled with a faint lavender fragrance, attracting countless visitors to come and take photos. Unlike lavender plantations in other regions, Ili’s lavender fields are mostly in the form of farms. Each field is not large in scale, but the overall atmosphere is rich, making it a paradise for photography enthusiasts and nature lovers.Afternoon:Take a car to Karajun Grassland, visiting the Human Body Grassland and Flower Terrace, experiencing the three-dimensional beauty of the grassland.
Evening:Check into a hotel in Tekes Bagua City and taste local specialties such as lamb ribs with noodles.
Day 5:Karajun to Nalati Grassland
Morning:After breakfast, take a car to Nalati Grassland, visiting the Sky Grassland and River Valley Grassland, experiencing the vastness and grandeur of the grassland.
Afternoon:Freely engage in activities on Nalati Grassland, such as horseback riding through the flower sea or walking along streams to take photos.
Evening:Check into a hotel in Nalati Town and rest.
Day 6:Return to Yining from Nalati
Morning:After breakfast, based on the return schedule, you can choose to freely engage in activities or shop in Nalati Town.
Afternoon:Take a car back to downtown Yining, concluding a pleasant Ili journey.
[💰 Price Information]
1. Reference for Group Tour Costs
[🚗 Detailed Introduction to Routes or Destinations]According to the latest information provided by Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency, the cost of a group tour to Ili Lavender Manor in 2026 varies depending on the itinerary and accommodation standards. Generally, a 6-day, 5-night group tour costs between 3,000 RMB and 5,000 RMB per person, including transportation, accommodation, ticket fees, and guide service fees. Costs may fluctuate based on season, departure date, and hotel room type, and are subject to the contract signed by both parties.
2. Reference for Individual Costs
Transportation Fees: Transportation fees vary depending on the itinerary and vehicle choice. Generally, the cost for a customized 5-seater SUV for one day ranges from 800 RMB to 1,000 RMB, while a 7-seater business van costs between 1,100 RMB and 1,400 RMB per day, including fuel, tolls, and driver’s accommodation and meals.
Accommodation Fees:Economy hotels in Yining cost between 300 RMB and 400 RMB per night; yurts or caravans within the Sayram Lake scenic area cost between 700 RMB and 1,500 RMB per night; homestays in Nalati Town cost between 400 RMB and 600 RMB per night.
Ticket Fees:During peak season, tickets to Princess Jieyou Lavender Garden are priced at 35 RMB per person; ticket prices for attractions such as Karajun Grassland and Nalati Grassland are subject to change based on scenic area policies and will be announced on-site.
[📞 Registration Method]
You can register for the Ili Lavender Manor group tour through Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency. Consult with Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency, to learn about the latest itinerary arrangements and cost information.
[📝 Cost Information and Service Information]
1. Cost Information
Group tour costs include transportation, accommodation, ticket fees, and guide service fees, with specific costs subject to the contract signed by both parties.
1. Princess Jieyou Lavender GardenCosts may fluctuate based on season, departure date, and hotel room type. It is recommended to consult and confirm cost details in advance.
For solo registrants, efforts will be made to coordinate room sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation.
2. Service Information
Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency provides professional guide services, striving to ensure that visitors have a pleasant experience and are well taken care of during their journey.
The travel agency may make reasonable adjustments to the itinerary based on factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening hours, subject to mutual agreement, to ensure visitor safety and comfort.
The travel agency promises not to enforce consumption or arrange self-funded projects, allowing visitors to enjoy their journey with peace of mind.
[💡 Warm Tips]
The ultraviolet rays in Ili are strong in summer. Please be sure to bring high-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat.
There is a significant temperature difference between day and night. Please bring warm clothing such as a windbreaker or thin down jacket.
There are many mosquitoes on the grassland. Please bring mosquito repellent.
Respect local customs and culture. Do not bring non-food items such as pork products into restaurants.
When taking photos in the lavender fields, please walk on the ridges or designated paths and avoid trampling on the flowers.
Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send itinerary and quotation
