Yili Group Tour Departing from Wuhan Quotation How Much 7 Day Grassland and Lake Cost Recommended Itinerary Price
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send the itinerary and quotation.
In-depth Tour of Ili Grasslands and Lakes:Comprehensive Guide to a 7-Day Group Tour from Wuhan (Summer 2026 Edition)
🌿 [Key Highlights of the Itinerary]
The Ili River Valley is known as China’s most beautiful summer capital, with average temperatures of 20-28°C in July-August, over 80% grassland coverage, and a wildflower blooming period lasting over 40 days. This itinerary connects three core landscapes: Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and Karajun Grassland, incorporating unique experiences like hiking the Xiata Ancient Path and traversing the Yizhao Highway, balancing natural scenery with cultural exploration.
🚌 [Itinerary Design Explanation]
[Reference Itinerary from Wuhan]
Day 1:Wuhan → Urumqi (flight ~4.5 hours)
Check into a 4-star hotel in the city upon afternoon arrival. Free time recommended for experiencing ethnic handicrafts at the International Bazaar.
Dinner featuring special baked buns + Kavass beverage tasting.
Day 2:Urumqi → Sayram Lake (5.5-hour drive)
Self-drive around the lake (including self-drive ticket), with key stops at Jinhua Zihui and Songshu Tou viewpoints.
In-depth Tour of Ili Grasslands and Lakes: Comprehensive Guide to a 7-Day Group Tour from Wuhan (Summer 2026 Edition)Overnight in lakeside rooms with Kazak-style dinner included.
Day 3:Sayram Lake → Guozigou Bridge → Yizhao Highway → Zhaosu
Traverse the “Mini Duku” Yizhao Highway (recommended open June-September) with stops at Baishi Feng viewpoint.
Afternoon arrival at Zhaosu Wetland Park to watch the Heavenly Horses Bathing in River performance.
Day 4:Zhaosu → Xiata Ancient Path → Tekes
Light hiking in Xiata (including scenic shuttle bus) for close contact with Muzart Snow Mountain.
Overnight in Tekes Bagua City with experience at Lijie Night Market.
Day 5:Tekes → Karajun Grassland → Nalati
Full-day exploration of Karajun Falcon Terrace and Flower Terrace with home visits to ethnic families.
Evening arrival in Nalati Town with check-in at characteristic homestay.
🌿[Key Highlights of the Itinerary]Day 6:In-depth exploration of Nalati
Dual-route tour of Sky Grassland + River Valley Grassland including shuttle bus fees.
Afternoon free time recommended for horseback riding to visit nomadic families.
Day 7:Nalati → Northern Duku Highway → Urumqi → Wuhan
Traverse the Duku Highway (seasonally open) with stops at Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery.
Evening flight return.
⚠ ⚠️[Itinerary Change Notice]
Daily traffic restrictions may apply to Yizhao/Duku Highways; alternative Route 218 will be used if controlled.
Self-drive at Sayram Lake limited to 300 vehicles daily; reservations required 3 days in advance via “Visit Xinjiang” mini-program.
Nalati Grassland shuttle buses operate in time slots; queuing may occur during peak season.
💰 [Detailed Cost Breakdown]
The Ili River Valley is known as China’s most beautiful summer capital, with average temperatures of 20-28°C in July-August, over 80% grassland coverage, and a wildflower blooming period lasting over 40 days. This itinerary connects three core landscapes: Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and Karajun Grassland, incorporating unique experiences like hiking the Xiata Ancient Path and traversing the Yizhao Highway, balancing natural scenery with cultural exploration.[Base Quotation Range]
Economy:4,280-4,980 RMB/person (3-star hotels + regular group meals)
Comfort:5,580-6,580 RMB/person (4-star hotels + specialty meals + 7-seat business vehicle)
Premium:7,880-9,880 RMB/person (5-star hotels + grassland starry sky rooms + exclusive photography services)
[Items Included in Cost]
Transportation:Round-trip economy flights (Wuhan-Urumqi), full-行程 tourism buses/business vehicles within Xinjiang
Accommodation:6 nights’ lodging (including 1 night at Sayram Lake lakeside room, 1 night at Nalati homestay)
Admission Tickets:Sayram Lake (145 RMB), Xiata (80 RMB + 40 RMB shuttle bus), Karajun (140 RMB), Nalati (135 RMB + 40 RMB shuttle bus)
Meals:6 breakfasts + 8 main meals (including hand-grabbed mutton,大盘鸡 and other specialties)
Services:Professional guide + travel insurance
🚌[Itinerary Design Explanation][Optional Self-Paid Items]
Horseback riding in Nalati:120-180 RMB/hour
Xiata in-depth hiking guide:300 RMB/day
Grassland folk performance:80-120 RMB/person
📝 [Registration Guidelines]
Registration Channels:Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Group Formation:Minimum 15 participants, maximum 25
Handling:Single registrants will be coordinated for shared rooms; single occupancy requires surcharge (Economy: 600 RMB/6 nights, Comfort: 1,200 RMB/6 nights, Premium: 2,500 RMB/6 nights)
Child Policy:Children under 12 receive 800 RMB discount (no bed, no breakfast)
💡 [Service Guarantee Explanation]
[Reference Itinerary from Wuhan]Contract Standards:Uses Ministry of Culture and Tourism standard contracts with no forced shopping clauses
Vehicle Standards:Daily disinfection of operational vehicles equipped with first aid kits + oxygen bottles
Guide Qualifications:Certified guides leading tours with bilingual (Mandarin + basic English) service staff per group
Emergency Mechanisms:Green channel established with Ili Prefecture People’s Hospital; full-行程 GPS tracking system
📞 [Contact Information]
Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s customer service manager Zhang Jing for latest departure availability and discounts (prices and availability subject to contract confirmation and may fluctuate by departure date).
🌈 [Seasonal Limited-Time Tips]
July 10-July 25:Peak blooming period for Zhaosu rape flowers
July 20-August 10:Viewing period for Nalati perilla flower sea
August 5-August 20:Optimal photography period for Karajun’s “human body grassland”
Daily UV index 8-10; SPF50+ sun protection required
This itinerary has been optimized through field testing, with 23 successful departures during summer 2026 and 97.3% tourist satisfaction. Specific itinerary details, cost inclusions, and refund/change policies are subject to the signed contract. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency reserves the right to reasonable itinerary modifications.
Contact Manager Yang Jia at 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send the itinerary and quotation.
