How Much Does It Cost for a 3 Person Graduation Trip with a Chartered Car in Yili Student Discount Quotes Recommended Routes Costs and Prices
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send your itinerary and receive a quote.
Icon introduction:🌄【Comprehensive Guide to Customized Transportation for Graduation Trip in Ili: How Can Three People Enjoy the Grassland and Flower Fields?】
A graduation trip always carries a unique sense of ritual for youth. When three friends plan a grassland journey to bid farewell to their campus days, Ili’s river valley grasslands, snow-capped mountains, lakes, and lavender fields welcome this youthful celebration with the utmost enthusiasm. This article, tailored to the needs of students, combines the latest customized transportation policies and scenic spot updates for 2026 to provide a cost-effective and in-depth travel plan for a small group of three.
I. Key Highlights of the Itinerary: Why Choose Ili?
🌿 【A Dual Gift of Nature and Culture】
Located in the northwest of Xinjiang, the Ili River Valley is known as the “Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall.” Here, you can find the vast expanse of the Nalati Grassland and the tranquility of Sayram Lake; you can experience the traditional handicrafts of various ethnic groups and feel the collision of snow-capped mountains and grasslands along the Xiata Ancient Road. In 2026, the local area further expanded its open areas, with 12 border towns and townships open to tourists upon registration, adding more possibilities to your trip.
🌸 【Seasonal Limited Landscapes】
June-July is the golden travel season in Ili:
Nalati Grassland:Wildflowers bloom on the aerial grassland, and the river valley grassland is lush and green, with an average daily temperature of 20-25°C, suitable for hiking and horseback riding.
Huocheng Lavender:It enters full bloom in mid-to-late June. The free flower fields at Jieyou Princess Farm and Huanghuang Village are excellent spots for taking photos.
Sayram Lake:Drive around the lake or take a customized vehicle tour. The “Curved Road” on the south shore and the Swan Water Joy area are perfect for capturing stunning photos.
II. Classic 5-Day, 4-Night Itinerary (Customized Transportation for 3 People)
Icon introduction: 🌄【Comprehensive Guide to Customized Transportation for Graduation Trip in Ili: How Can Three People Enjoy the Grassland and Flower Fields?】Designed based on the opening hours of scenic spots in 2026 and the flexibility of customized transportation, the itinerary can be adjusted according to weather and team interests:
Day 1:Gather in Yining → Drive around Sayram Lake → Qingshuihe Town
Morning:Pick up at Yining city airport and head to Sayram Lake (about a 2.5-hour drive).
Afternoon:Drive around the lake (enter from the East Gate, along the north and west shores to the South Gate), with key stops at Jinhua Zihui and Songshutou Viewing Platform.
Evening:Check into a hotel in Qingshuihe Town (200-400 yuan/night) and taste local meatball soup and grilled meat.
Day 2:Qingshuihe → Guozigou Bridge → Huocheng Lavender → Yizhao Highway → Zhaosu
Morning:Take photos at the Guozigou Bridge Viewing Platform and head to the Huocheng Lavender Manor (a focus in mid-to-late June).
Afternoon:If the Yizhao Highway is open (usually from mid-June to early October), drive over the Tianshan Mountains and enjoy the snow-capped mountains, meadows, and herds along the way.
Evening:Arrive in Zhaosu County, check into a hotel, and taste grassland hot pot.
Day 3:Zhaosu → Xiata Ancient Road → Tekes Bagua City
Morning:Take an in-depth tour of the Xiata Scenic Area, take a shuttle bus to the Hot Spring Hotel, and then hike to General Bridge (about 3 hours round trip) to closely observe the Muzart Glacier.
A graduation trip always carries a unique sense of ritual for youth. When three friends plan a grassland journey to bid farewell to their campus days, Ili’s river valley grasslands, snow-capped mountains, lakes, and lavender fields welcome this youthful celebration with the utmost enthusiasm. This article, tailored to the needs of students, combines the latest customized transportation policies and scenic spot updates for 2026 to provide a cost-effective and in-depth travel plan for a small group of three.Afternoon:Drive to Tekes Bagua City and ascend the central viewing tower to overlook the city layout.
Evening:Visit the Tekes Lijie Night Market and experience lamb rib noodles and grilled buns.
Day 4:Tekes → Kalajun Grassland → Kuokesu Grand Canyon → Nalati Town
Morning:Tour the east and west lines of Kalajun Grassland (Eagle Platform, Flower Platform), take the Kuokesu Grand Canyon cable car, and take a boat to view the “Human Body Grassland.”
Afternoon:Drive to Nalati Town and check into a homestay (wooden house prices range from 500-1000 yuan/night, it is recommended to book in advance through a travel agency).
Evening:Experience freshly slaughtered lamb naan in the yurts of various ethnic groups within the scenic area.
Day 5:Nalati Grassland → Return to Yining or Urumqi
Morning:Tour the aerial and river valley grasslands of Nalati, go horseback riding (80 yuan/hour) or hiking.
Afternoon:According to the return transportation arrangements, drive back to Yining (about 3.5 hours) or head to Urumqi via the middle section of the Duku Highway.
III. Price Explanation: How to Control Costs for Customized Transportation for 3 People?
🚗 【Vehicle Selection and Cost Composition】
I. Key Highlights of the Itinerary: Why Choose Ili?The cost of customized transportation in Ili for 2026 fluctuates based on vehicle type and season. For a team of three, it is recommended to choose a 5-seat SUV or a 7-seat business vehicle:
5-seat SUV (e.g., Toyota RAV4, Volkswagen Tiguan):
Peak season (June-August):About 900-1000 yuan/day (including driver service fee, fuel cost, and toll fee).
Suitable scenarios:Flexible driving on mountain roads, moderate luggage space, suitable for light travel for three people.
7-seat business vehicle (e.g., Buick GL8, Trumpchi M8):
Peak season:About 1100-1200 yuan/day (including driver service fee, fuel cost, and toll fee).
Suitable scenarios:More comfortable space, convenient luggage storage, suitable for carrying photographic equipment or camping gear.
💰 【Fees Included and Excluded】
Included items:Vehicle usage fee, driver service fee (including years of local driving experience), full fuel cost, toll fee, vehicle insurance, and travel accident insurance.
Excluded items:Scenic spot tickets for tourists, accommodation, and meals (can be booked by the travel agency as needed, no mandatory consumption), driver’s accommodation and meals (some may require an additional 200 yuan/day, need to be confirmed in advance).
🎫 【Scenic Spot Ticket References (Latest for 2026)】
🌿【A Dual Gift of Nature and Culture】Nalati Grassland:Ticket: 95 yuan/person, aerial grassland shuttle bus: 60 yuan/person, river valley grassland shuttle bus: 40 yuan/person.
Sayram Lake:Peak season ticket: 70 yuan/person, self-driving package ticket: 145 yuan/person (including ticket + self-driving service fee, valid for 48 hours).
Kalajun Grassland:Ticket: 80 yuan/person, shuttle bus: 90 yuan/person; Kuokesu Grand Canyon ticket: 40 yuan/person, boat ticket: 60 yuan/person, shuttle bus: 50 yuan/person.
Xiata Ancient Road:Ticket: 30 yuan/person, shuttle bus: 60 yuan/person.
📉 【Student Discounts and Cost Control Suggestions】
Ticket discounts:Some scenic spots offer a 50% discount for full-time students (need to carry a valid student ID).
Carpooling strategy:If the team size is insufficient, you can coordinate carpooling through the travel agency to share costs.
Accommodation selection:Yining city and Qingshuihe Town offer good cost-effectiveness. The room rates in Nalati Town are higher during peak season, so it is recommended to book economy homestays in advance.
IV. Registration Method and Fee Explanation
📞 【Registration Channels】
You can register through the Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. Manager Zhang Jing provides itinerary consultation and vehicle reservation services.
Located in the northwest of Xinjiang, the Ili River Valley is known as the “Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall.” Here, you can find the vast expanse of the Nalati Grassland and the tranquility of Sayram Lake; you can experience the traditional handicrafts of various ethnic groups and feel the collision of snow-capped mountains and grasslands along the Xiata Ancient Road. In 2026, the local area further expanded its open areas, with 12 border towns and townships open to tourists upon registration, adding more possibilities to your trip.📝 【Fee Explanation and Service Commitments】
Transparent fees:All fees are included in a formal travel contract, with no hidden consumption. Prices and available seats are confirmed by the contract and may fluctuate based on the departure date.
Service content:Includes vehicle driving, itinerary planning, on-the-way guiding, and travel protection. Vehicle seats are not sold separately.
Single registration:Our agency will do its best to coordinate room sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation.
Contract basis:Specific itinerary details, cost composition, and responsibility division are all based on the travel contract signed by both parties.
V. Travel Tips: Making Your Graduation Trip Even Better
Document preparation:Carry valid identification documents and student IDs (some scenic spots offer discounts).
Clothing suggestions:Ili has “four seasons in one day.” Even in summer, you need to prepare windproof jackets, fleece jackets, and thin down jackets; it is windy by the grassland lakes, so sun hats and sunglasses are recommended.
Photographic equipment:Nalati, Sayram Lake, and Xiata Ancient Road are popular destinations for taking photos. It is recommended to carry a wide-angle lens and a power bank.
Tips:The Duku Highway and Yizhao Highway have complex road conditions, so choose an experienced driver; Bayinbuluk Town is at a high altitude, so pay attention to keeping warm and preventing altitude sickness.
Conclusion:Youth Never Fades, Ili Awaits You
When three friends sit on the Nalati Grassland and watch the sunset gild the snow-capped mountains, this graduation trip gains its most vivid footnote. The vastness and tenderness of Ili not only carry a farewell to the past but also寄托 (should be “embody”) expectations for the future. Choosing customized transportation makes the journey more free; choosing the Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency makes the service more worry-free. This summer, let youth bloom on the grassland!
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send your itinerary and receive a quote.
