How Much Does it Cost for Chartered Tour in Ili to Visit Qapqal Xibe Ancient City Cultural Special Route Fee Recommended Route Cost and Price
Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send your itinerary and receive a quote.
Explore the Xibe Culture of Yili:Comprehensive Guide to Customized Vehicle Tours for In-Depth Exploration
(I) Itinerary Highlights:A Corridor of Intangible Cultural Heritage Through Time and Space
The Yili River Valley is not only a treasure trove of natural beauty but also a melting pot of diverse ethnic cultures. The Qapqal Xibe Ancient City, as a core node of this cultural corridor, fully preserves the historical memory of the Xibe people’s westward migration. Recent data from 2026 shows that the Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition Hall within the ancient city has introduced 3D holographic projection technology, dynamically restoring the historical scene of Xibe officers and soldiers migrating westward with their families to guard the border in 1764. The Beilun Dance performances at 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM daily are personally guided by high-quality intangible cultural heritage inheritors, allowing tourists to participate and learn this traditional dance that blends elements from the Manchu, Mongolian, and various other ethnic groups.
Within a 40-kilometer radius, there are 12 intangible cultural heritage workshops distributed:
Qapqal Archery Village:Experience traditional Xibe archery skills, with workshops providing professional protective gear and bows specifically designed for children.
Nadaqi Niulu Township:Watch the on-site production at the ethnic groups’ embroidery cooperative and customize small felt embroidery hangings.
Kazanchi in Yining City:Participate in the ethnic groups’ naan-making experience, using ancient methods to bake family-sized naan with a diameter of 60 centimeters in traditional naan pits.
(II) Three-Day Cultural Itinerary Design
Day 1:Initial Exploration of Yining Culture
09:00 Pick-up in Yining City (it is recommended to choose a 7-seater business vehicle with a refrigerator for convenient storage of fresh fruits)
10:30 Kazanchi Folk Tourism Area:Visit traditional residences of various ethnic groups for free and experience handmade ice cream making in a century-old house (30 RMB per person)
Explore the Xibe Culture of Yili: Comprehensive Guide to Customized Vehicle Tours for In-Depth Exploration13:00 Russian Style Park on Liuxing Street:Enjoy lunch with Xibe pancakes paired with Russian pickled cucumbers, with an average consumption of about 40 RMB per person
15:30 Yili Prefecture Museum:Focus on viewing the “Xibe Westward Migration” themed exhibition hall. Reservations are required in advance through the “Yili Culture and Tourism” mini-program.
19:00 Check into a characteristic homestay on Liuxing Street (recommended: “Gulandam” courtyard, including breakfast for 280 RMB per night)
Day 2:In-Depth Experience of Xibe Culture
08:30 Qapqal Xibe Ancient City (40-minute drive):The admission ticket costs 50 RMB and includes a guided tour of the Intangible Cultural Heritage Hall. It is recommended to rent AR guided glasses (20 RMB per pair)
11:00 Beilun Dance Teaching Experience:Professional actors guide the basic steps and provide a teaching video as a gift (60 RMB per person)
13:30 Vegetarian Meal at Jingyuan Temple:Taste the traditional Xibe pasta “Huahuacai”. Ordering two dishes for two people is sufficient.
15:00 Nadaqi Niulu Embroidery Workshop:Handcraft a felt embroidery coaster (80 RMB per person, including a material kit)
18:00 Return to Yining and take a night tour of the Yili River scenic belt (open for free until 10:00 PM)
Day 3:Extension to Grassland Intangible Cultural Heritage (Optional Plan)
Plan A:Nalati Grassland (5-hour round trip)
08:00 Arrive at the scenic area:Purchase a 135 RMB admission ticket + a 90 RMB interval bus ticket for the aerial grassland
(I) Itinerary Highlights: A Corridor of Intangible Cultural Heritage Through Time and Space11:00 Equestrian Performances by Various Ethnic Groups:Watch traditional events such as “Girl Chasing” and “Goat Catching” (100 RMB per person)
14:00 Nomadic Family Experience:Participate in wool felt making (150 RMB per person, with the finished product available to take home)
Plan B:Alemale Scenic Area (2-hour round trip)
10:00 Ethnic Groups’ Embroidery Museum:Watch intangible cultural heritage inheritors create on-site
12:30 Lunch at a Pastoral Family:Taste hand-grabbed meat paired with mare’s milk wine (60 RMB per person on average)
14:30 Grassland Archery Experience:Use traditional ox horn bows (50 RMB for 30 arrows)
(III) Detailed Customized Vehicle Costs (Recent Reference for 2026)
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency offers a variety of vehicle options:
Economy Plan:5-seater sedan (suitable for 2 people)
Off-season (November-April of the following year):400-600 RMB per day
Regular season (May, September-October):600-900 RMB per day
Peak season (June-August, National Day):900-1400 RMB per day
The Yili River Valley is not only a treasure trove of natural beauty but also a melting pot of diverse ethnic cultures. The Qapqal Xibe Ancient City, as a core node of this cultural corridor, fully preserves the historical memory of the Xibe people’s westward migration. Recent data from 2026 shows that the Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition Hall within the ancient city has introduced 3D holographic projection technology, dynamically restoring the historical scene of Xibe officers and soldiers migrating westward with their families to guard the border in 1764. The Beilun Dance performances at 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM daily are personally guided by high-quality intangible cultural heritage inheritors, allowing tourists to participate and learn this traditional dance that blends elements from the Manchu, Mongolian, and various other ethnic groups.Comfort Plan:7-seater business vehicle (suitable for 4-5 people)
Basic Version:800-1400 RMB per day (including driver service)
Deluxe Version (aircraft seats + refrigerator):1500-2200 RMB per day
Overtime Fees:50-100 RMB per hour (settled based on actual vehicle usage time)
Special Reminder:
Costs include fuel, tolls, and parking fees
The driver’s accommodation and meals are coordinated and arranged by the travel agency
Cross-regional dispatching (such as from Northern Xinjiang to Southern Xinjiang) requires an additional 15% dispatching fee
The final price is subject to the tourism customized vehicle contract signed by both parties
(IV) Registration and Consultation Process
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The specific process is as follows:
Within a 40-kilometer radius, there are 12 intangible cultural heritage workshops distributed:Step 1:Call to consult with Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and explain the number of travelers, the number of days, and cultural experience needs
Step 2:Obtain a customized itinerary plan and cost list (including vehicle selection suggestions)
Step 3:Sign an electronic contract after confirming the itinerary details
Step 4:Pay a 30% deposit to secure the vehicle (multiple payment methods are supported)
Step 5:Obtain the driver’s contact information and vehicle details 3 days before the trip
(V) Cost Explanation and Service Guarantees
Basic services include:
Professional driver service (with more than 5 years of driving experience in Xinjiang)
Basic vehicle insurance (third-party liability insurance of no less than 1 million RMB)
Transportation between attractions within the itinerary
24-hour emergency rescue service
Self-paid items explanation:
Qapqal Archery Village: Experience traditional Xibe archery skills, with workshops providing professional protective gear and bows specifically designed for children.Scenic area admission tickets and experience items (such as AR guided tours of the Xibe Ancient City and equestrian performances in Nalati)
Driver’s meal allowance (30 RMB per meal or team meals arranged by the travel agency)
Additional fees for night driving (200 RMB per use after 10:00 PM)
Special Commitments:
Itinerary Changes:In case of extreme weather or road closures, both parties can agree to replace attractions of the same level
Vehicle Guarantee:Daily inspections are conducted before departure, equipped with first aid kits and heatstroke prevention supplies
Complaint Handling:A 48-hour response mechanism is established to protect tourists’ rights and interests as much as possible
(VI) Practical Information Guide
Optimal Travel Times:July-August for grassland flowering / September for autumn harvest / December for ice and snow festival
Recommended Items:Sunscreen SPF50+, folding umbrella, power bank (some workshops have no outlets)
Clothing Guide:Due to large temperature differences between day and night, it is recommended to adopt the “onion” dressing method (quick-drying shirt + fleece + windproof jacket)
Cultural Etiquette:Visitors are required to wear knee-length pants, and consent must be obtained before photographing people
This cultural itinerary enables in-depth experiences through customized vehicles, avoiding the time constraints of public transportation and allowing flexible itinerary changes based on interests. A 2026 field visit found that three new intangible cultural heritage workshops have been added around the Xibe Ancient City, and the interval bus frequency for the aerial grassland in Nalati has increased to every 15 minutes, greatly improving the touring efficiency. It is recommended to book vehicles at least 15 days in advance, especially during the peak season from July to August when some deluxe vehicle models have limited availability. For specific itinerary details and costs, please refer to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send your itinerary and receive a quote.
