How to Arrange a Two Day Chartered Tour of Sayram Lake Accommodation Recommendations and Total Cost Recommended Route Cost and Price
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
A Dreamy Journey to Sayram Lake: A Comprehensive 2-Day Itinerary with Customized Transportation
(Icon)✨ [Route Highlights]
Sayram Lake, a mountain lake at an altitude of 2,073 meters in Xinjiang, is renowned as “the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean.” In the summer of 2026, after the blue ice on the lake melts, it displays 13 shades of gradient blue. Along the 90-kilometer lakeshore, there are 16 observation decks where you can closely observe natural wonders such as swan habitats, snow-capped mountain reflections, and grassland flower fields. With customized transportation around the lake, you can stop anytime at core attractions like Moon Bay, Shallow Beach, and General’s Platform, avoiding crowded tour group times and enjoying the secret scenery of morning mist and sunset light.
(Icon) 🚗 [Simple Itinerary]
Day 1:Yining → Guozigou Bridge → East Gate of Sayram Lake
08:30 Pick-up from hotel in Yining city
10:30 Stop at Guozigou Bridge observation deck (20 minutes for shooting canyon cloud sea)
11:30 Arrive at the East Gate of Sayram Lake, purchase tickets for entry (admission + lake circuit pass 145 yuan/person)
12:00-17:00 Counter-clockwise lake circuit tour:
① Swan’s Delight (observe naturally growing swan flocks)
② Kele Yongzhu (visit the year-round unfrozen spring)
③ West Sea Grassland (summer wildflower carpet, winter snowy pasture)
A Dreamy Journey to Sayram Lake: A Comprehensive 2-Day Itinerary with Customized Transportation ④ Pine Tree Head (climb to the top for a panoramic view of the lake)
18:00 Wait for sunset at Moon Bay (summer sunset around 21:30)
19:30 Check into a characteristic homestay inside the scenic area (recommended: Mountain View Room at Saihu Zhipan Hotel, includes floor heating)
Day 2:Sayram Lake → Guozigou Observation Deck → Yining
07:00 Watch sunrise at General’s Platform (summer sunrise around 06:10)
08:30 Photograph the grassland signboard and snow-capped mountains together at Santai Grassland
09:30 Touch the clear lake water at Shallow Beach
10:30 Stop at S-curve road for网红 (internet celebrity) road photography
11:30 Overlook the panorama at Guozigou Observation Deck
13:00 Return to Yining city (on the way, you can visit Huocheng Lavender Garden at your own expense)
(Icon) 💰 [Price Description]
Customized transportation fees (including fuel/toll/driver service fees):
(Icon)✨ [Route Highlights]7-seater business vehicle:1400-1600 yuan/day (peak season June-August)
13-seater minibus:2000-2400 yuan/day
(Note:Daily limit of 300-400 kilometers, excess mileage charged at 1.5 yuan/kilometer)
Scenic area expenses:
Admission + lake circuit pass:145 yuan/person (half price for students)
Shuttle bus:45 yuan/person (not mandatory, customized transportation tourists do not need to purchase)
Homestay accommodation:400-600 yuan/night (includes breakfast)
Special reminder:
Starting from June 2026, a new regulation will be implemented requiring all vehicles entering the park to purchase a lake circuit pass (charged based on the actual number of people in the vehicle), subject to the scenic area’s daily announcement. Fees may fluctuate with the market, and it is recommended to obtain real-time quotations through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency.
(Icon) 📞 [Registration Method]
You can register through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency and consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing, providing the following information to obtain a customized plan:
1. Travel dates and number of people
Sayram Lake, a mountain lake at an altitude of 2,073 meters in Xinjiang, is renowned as “the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean.” In the summer of 2026, after the blue ice on the lake melts, it displays 13 shades of gradient blue. Along the 90-kilometer lakeshore, there are 16 observation decks where you can closely observe natural wonders such as swan habitats, snow-capped mountain reflections, and grassland flower fields. With customized transportation around the lake, you can stop anytime at core attractions like Moon Bay, Shallow Beach, and General’s Platform, avoiding crowded tour group times and enjoying the secret scenery of morning mist and sunset light.2. Vehicle preference (7-seater/13-seater/19-seater)
3. Whether driver’s accommodation and meals are included
4. Special needs (such as photography guide, child seat, etc.)
(Icon) 📝 [Fee and Service Description]
Fees include:
Vehicle usage fee, fuel fee, highway toll fee, driver service fee, basic insurance
Fees do not include:
Personal meals, scenic area admission tickets, accommodation fees, self-paid items
Service guarantees:
① All vehicles equipped with GPS positioning and dashcams
② Drivers all have more than 5 years of high-altitude driving experience
③ Each vehicle equipped with a first aid kit and emergency oxygen cylinder
(Icon) 🚗 [Simple Itinerary] ④ Complimentary 100,000 yuan travel accident insurance per person
Special agreement:
The specific itinerary may change due to weather/road conditions/policy changes, and the tour order can be changed after mutual agreement. For single registrants, every effort will be made to coordinate room sharing, and supplements may be required in special circumstances.
(Icon) 🏨 [Accommodation Recommendations]
Saihu Zhipan Hotel (Scenic Area Branch)
Location:No. 10 Jinghai Road, 1.2 kilometers from the East Gate
Features:270° observation terrace, floor heating system, free laundry service
Room types:Mountain View King Room (45㎡), Starry Sky Family Room (with astronomical telescope)
Price:580-880 yuan/night (includes double breakfast)
Guanjiangye Homestay (East Gate Branch)
Location:Zone A of Historical and Cultural Commercial Plaza, 5-minute walk to the tourist center
Features:Pet-friendly, free shuttle service, offers horse riding experience
Day 1: Yining → Guozigou Bridge → East Gate of Sayram LakeRoom types:Duplex Family Room (with kitchen), Floor Heating Tatami Room
Price:380-580 yuan/night (includes light meal)
(Icon) 📌 [Practical Tips]
1. Clothing guide: Windproof jacket needed from June-August, down jacket recommended for other seasons
2. Photography equipment: 70-200mm telephoto lens suitable for shooting naturally growing animals, polarizing filter can reduce lake surface reflection
3. Dining recommendations: 3 recommended restaurants inside the scenic area, energy bars and thermos recommended to bring
4. Environmental protection reminder: Starting from 2026, a “Leave No Trace” plan will be implemented, prohibiting the carrying of disposable plastic products into the park
5. Special experience: Starry sky lecture at General’s Platform every Saturday at 22:00 (requires advance reservation)
(Icon) ⚠️ [Precautions]
① Speed limit of 40km/h on the lake circuit road, with 12 electronic
② Vehicle entry/exit recommended at East Gate/South Gate after 19:00 daily
③ Drones must be registered with the scenic area (altitude limit of 120 meters)
④ In case of extreme weather, the scenic area may temporarily close the Guozigou road section
This summer, let the blue of Sayram Lake relax all your fatigue. Customize your exclusive itinerary through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency and, under the guidance of a professional driver, unlock the swan lake in the morning mist, the golden-red lake surface at sunset, and the blue ice secret realm under the starry sky. For specific itinerary details and fees, please contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing promptly to confirm and start your pure high-altitude lake journey!
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
