How Much Does it Cost for Chartered Tour in Yili to Tekes Kyrgyz Village Cultural Experience Fee Recommended Route Cost and Price
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
Explore Yili Tekes:Comprehensive Guide to Customized Vehicle Tours and Cultural Experiences in Kirgiz Villages
[Route Highlights:Dual Experience of Pastoral Songs on the Grasslands and Folk Custom Inheritance]
Summer in the Yili River Valley is a symphony of grasslands and flower seas. Tekes County, home to the “Bagua City,” not only boasts the magnificent scenery of the Kalajun Grassland but also hides a secluded paradise inhabited by various ethnic groups—the Kuo Ke Tie Re Ke Ethnic Township. Situated at an average altitude of 2,500 meters with an average summer temperature of 22°C, it serves as a dual destination for summer retreat and cultural exploration. Visitors can delve into ethnic villages to experience traditional embroidery, horseback archery, taste kumis and hand-grabbed mutton, and feel the local ethnic groups’ wisdom in life.
[Simple Itinerary Planning:5-Day, 4-Night In-Depth Cultural Tour]
Day 1:Yining Airport Pickup—Sayram Lake Circular Tour
Transportation:7-seater business vehicle (including driver)
Itinerary:Arrive in Yining in the morning and drive for 1.5 hours to reach Sayram Lake. Self-drive around the lake with key stops at the “General’s Platform” and “Pine Tree Head” viewpoints. In the evening, capture the sunset over the snow-capped mountains at the “Golden Roof Viewpoint” on the Guozigou Bridge.
Accommodation:Sayram Lake RV Campground (starry tent, including breakfast)
Tips:Confirm vehicle pass in advance for the circular tour around the lake. Drones are prohibited within the scenic area.
Day 2:Sayram Lake—Huocheng Lavender—Kazanqi Folk Street
Itinerary:Capture the morning mist at Sayram Lake in the early morning. Depart at 9 AM for the Huocheng Jieyou Princess Lavender Farm (blooming period in mid-to-late June, free entry). Return to Yining in the afternoon and stroll along Kazanqi Folk Street, sampling handmade ice cream and baked buns.
Explore Yili Tekes: Comprehensive Guide to Customized Vehicle Tours and Cultural Experiences in Kirgiz VillagesExperience:Lavender hydrosol making workshop experience (reference price: 80 yuan/person, including product)
Accommodation:Yining Three-Diamond Hotel (including breakfast)
Day 3:Yining—Tekes Bagua City—Ethnic Villages
Itinerary:Ascend the Taiji Altar in Bagua City in the morning for a panoramic view of the city. In the afternoon, drive for 1 hour to reach the Kuo Ke Tie Re Ke Ethnic Township. Participate in the village’s welcome ceremony, learn ethnic embroidery (high-quality intangible cultural heritage), and enjoy dinner with “Kuo Ke Na Ren” (hand-grabbed mutton with noodles).
Cultural Experience Fee:Village visit is free; embroidery experience reference price: 120 yuan/person (including material kit)
Accommodation:Tekes Lijie Homestay (including breakfast)
Day 4:Kalajun Grassland—Hunting Eagle Platform Hike
Itinerary:Spend the whole day exploring the Kalajun Scenic Area, taking the shuttle bus to the “Flower Platform” and hiking for 2 hours to the Hunting Eagle Platform for a panoramic view of the canyon. In the afternoon, experience the traditional ethnic sport “Girl Chase” (horseback chasing game).
Admission Tickets:Kalajun combo ticket: 140 yuan/person (including shuttle bus)
Accommodation:Tekes Lijie Homestay (including breakfast)
Day 5:Tekes—Nalati Aerial Grassland—Return to Yining
Itinerary:Traverse the northern section of the Duku Highway in the morning (open from June to October) and capture photos of the网红 (internet-famous) wooden bridge at “Nomadic Family” on the Nalati Aerial Grassland. Return to Yining in the afternoon to conclude the itinerary.
[Route Highlights: Dual Experience of Pastoral Songs on the Grasslands and Folk Custom Inheritance]Transportation:7-seater business vehicle (including driver)
[Price Explanation:Transparent Pricing, No Hidden Fees]
Basic Fees (Reference Range)
Vehicle Rental:5-day rental of a 7-seater business vehicle: approximately 6,500-8,500 yuan (including driver service fee, fuel, and tolls)
Accommodation:4-night accommodation fees: approximately 2,400-3,600 yuan (options from economy to comfort)
Admission Tickets:Combo tickets for core scenic areas: approximately 560 yuan/person (Sayram Lake, Kalajun, Nalati)
Cultural Experiences:Ethnic embroidery experience: 120 yuan/person; lavender hydrosol making: 80 yuan/person
Value-Added Services
First 10 registered families receive a complimentary Xinjiang specialty dried fruit gift box
Complimentary in-vehicle refrigerator, child seats, and oxygen cylinders (for high-altitude sections)
Daily weather reminders and clothing suggestions sent after each day’s itinerary concludes
Summer in the Yili River Valley is a symphony of grasslands and flower seas. Tekes County, home to the “Bagua City,” not only boasts the magnificent scenery of the Kalajun Grassland but also hides a secluded paradise inhabited by various ethnic groups—the Kuo Ke Tie Re Ke Ethnic Township. Situated at an average altitude of 2,500 meters with an average summer temperature of 22°C, it serves as a dual destination for summer retreat and cultural exploration. Visitors can delve into ethnic villages to experience traditional embroidery, horseback archery, taste kumis and hand-grabbed mutton, and feel the local ethnic groups’ wisdom in life.Important Reminders
Prices and availability are subject to confirmation by customer service and may fluctuate based on the tour schedule. The signed contract between both parties shall prevail.
The driver’s accommodation and meal expenses are usually included in the quotation but need to be confirmed in advance.
Traveling on special sections such as the Duku Highway may incur an additional dispatch fee of 200-300 yuan/day.
[Registration Method:Customized Services by Professional Team]
Registration can be made through Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency. Customer service manager Zhang Jing will adjust the itinerary according to tourists’ needs. The agency holds正规 (regular) cultural and tourism qualifications, is equipped with a multilingual guide team, and has signed direct cooperation agreements with Tekes villages to ensure the depth and authenticity of cultural experiences.
[Fee and Service Explanation:Details for a Worry-Free Trip]
Fees Included
Vehicle usage fee, driver service fee, fuel, and tolls for the entire journey
Accommodation fees (default double occupancy; single registrants will be coordinated for room sharing as much as possible)
First admission tickets and shuttle bus tickets for scenic areas
Fees for cultural experience projects (such as embroidery and hydrosol making)
[Simple Itinerary Planning: 5-Day, 4-Night In-Depth Cultural Tour] Travel accident insurance (coverage of 1 million yuan per seat)
Fees Not Included
Tourists’ meal expenses (assistance can be provided in booking locally reputable restaurants with no mandatory consumption)
Personal expenses (such as shopping and additional entertainment projects)
Itinerary change fees due to force majeure factors
Service Commitments
No arranged shopping stops throughout the journey; focus on cultural and natural experiences
24-hour butler-style response to resolve unexpected issues
Provision of Xinjiang specialty dried fruits, nang (traditional bread), mineral water, and other travel supplies
Sour plum soup and mint candies available for elderly, children, and those prone to carsickness
[Special Reminders:Flexible Response to Travel Changes]
Day 1: Yining Airport Pickup—Sayram Lake Circular TourIn case of temporary closure of the Duku Highway, an alternative route of “Yizhao Highway + Tangbula Hundred-Mile Gallery” will be taken.
Ethnic village experiences require a 3-day advance reservation with limited daily capacity.
June-August is the peak tourist season; it is recommended to secure vehicle and accommodation resources at least 30 days in advance.
The actual consultation and signed contract shall prevail; both parties can negotiate and adjust itinerary details.
[In-Depth Analysis of Cultural Experiences:Millennium Wisdom of Ethnic Groups]
In the embroidery workshop of the Kuo Ke Tie Re Ke Ethnic Township, women use colorful silk threads to outline patterns of the sun, eagles, and snow-capped mountains on felt. This craft, known as “ethnic embroidery,” has been listed in the high-quality intangible cultural heritage名录 (list). Tourists can complete an embroidered brooch or coaster under the guidance of intangible cultural heritage inheritors and take the work home as a souvenir.
The village’s “Saike Cloud Summit Pastoral Horse Team” provides standardized horseback riding services. All horses are insured with liability insurance, and horsemen are certified. Tourists can ride to the “Cloud Summit Viewpoint” deep in the grassland, overlooking the winding Tekes River flowing through green valleys and catching glimpses of the snow-capped peaks of the Tianshan Mountains shrouded in clouds and mist.
[Travel Tips:Making Cultural Experiences More Authentic]
Respect Customs:Remove shoes when entering yurts; do not step on the threshold with feet
Dining Etiquette:When tasting hand-grabbed mutton, use the thumb, index, and middle fingers of the right hand to pinch the meat
Photography Advice:Obtain consent before taking photos with villagers; small gifts (such as stationery and candies) can be prepared to express gratitude
Environmental Protection Actions:Littering is prohibited on the grassland; it is recommended to bring your own environmental protection bags
Summer in Yili is a carnival of grasslands and flower seas, as well as a dialogue between culture and nature. Choose the customized vehicle service of Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency and let a professional team plan a worry-free, in-depth cultural tour without arranged shopping stops for you. From the blue of Sayram Lake to the colors of ethnic embroidery, every step redefines the aesthetics of the Western Regions.
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
