Yili Chartered Car Bayinbuluk Swan Lake Special Route Nine Bends Sunset Plus Itinerary Cost Recommended Route Price

Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation.

Poetic Light and Shadow on the Grassland:Customized Vehicle Tour in Yili: In-depth Exploration of Bayanbuluk Swan Lake and the Nine-curve Eighteen-bend River
🌄 [Route Highlights:Combination of Secret Realms in World Natural Heritage]
As the core area of Xinjiang Tianshan World Natural Heritage, Bayanbuluk Grassland is renowned for its unique landscape of the “One River with Nine Curves and Eighteen Bends.” This alpine wetland at an altitude of 2,500 meters experiences a daily temperature difference of 20°C in summer. The Kaidu River has eroded over 1,300 river bends here, creating a spectacular sight of nine sun reflections on the winding river at sunset. It has been rated as one of “China’s Six Most Beautiful Wetlands” by Chinese National Geography.
Adjacent to it is the Bayanbuluk Swan Lake Nature Reserve, Asia’s largest and China’s swan nature reserve. Every March-April, tens of thousands of whooper swans, little swans, and mute swans fly from the Indian Ocean to breed here, and from June-July, one can witness the lively scene of young birds learning to fly. The spring clusters within the reserve form natural hot springs, and in winter, the mist rising from the water surface contrasts beautifully with the distant snow-capped mountains.
🚗 [2026 Customized Vehicle Itinerary Planning]
▶ Basic One-Day Tour (Suitable for time-constrained travelers)
07:30 Pick-up from hotel in Yining City (7-seater business vehicle recommended, reference model:Buick GL8)
10:00 Cross the Yili River Valley, stop for 20 minutes at the Guozigou Bridge Viewpoint
12:30 Lunch in Nalati Town (recommended: hand-grabbed mutton with kvass beverage)
14:00 Arrive at Bayanbuluk Scenic Area Visitor Center (current opening hours:08:30-19:00）
14:30 Transfer to shuttle bus (included in the 140 yuan combined ticket)
15:30 Transfer to electric cart at Baxilike Visitor Center (20 yuan round-trip per person)

Poetic Light and Shadow on the Grassland: Customized Vehicle Tour in Yili: In-depth Exploration of Bayanbuluk Swan Lake and the Nine-curve Eighteen-bend River16:00 Arrive at the Nine-curve Eighteen-bend Viewpoint (tripod recommended for time-lapse photography)
19:30 Watch the sunset (sunset time around 21:40 in late June)
20:30 Return by shuttle bus
22:00 Return to Yining City
▶ In-depth Two-Day Tour (Recommended for photography enthusiasts)
Day 1:
08:00 Depart from Yining
12:00 Lunch at Gongnaisi Forest Farm (recommended: wild mushroom stewed with local chicken)
14:30 Tour the Bancanggou Flower Sea (lavender and rape flowers intertwined in June-July)
17:00 Arrive in Bayanbuluk Town for check-in (recommended: Longxing International Hotel with floor heating)
19:30 Dinner in town (worth trying: wild mushroom noodles at Xuelian Restaurant)
Day 2:
06:30 Early morning re-entry to the scenic area (ticket valid for 2 days)

🌄[Route Highlights: Combination of Secret Realms in World Natural Heritage]07:00 Birdwatching at Swan Lake (prepare a 70-200mm telephoto lens)
10:00 Experience at the Tuerhute Folk Culture Village (learn about the history of the Eastern Return)
12:30 Simple meal within the scenic area (hot milk tea available near the viewpoint)
14:00 Return to the Visitor Center
16:00 Depart for return to Yining (short stop at Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery possible)
20:00 Arrive in Yining City
💰 [2026 Fee Explanation]
▶ Basic Customized Vehicle Fees (including driver service):
5-seater SUV:Peak season (June-September) 1200-1800 yuan/day
7-seater business vehicle:Peak season 1500-2200 yuan/day
15-seater minibus:Peak season 2000-3000 yuan/day
(Fees include vehicle usage, fuel, tolls, basic insurance; driver’s accommodation and meal allowance of about 150-200 yuan/day to be borne by passengers)
▶ Mandatory Scenic Area Fees:

As the core area of Xinjiang Tianshan World Natural Heritage, Bayanbuluk Grassland is renowned for its unique landscape of the “One River with Nine Curves and Eighteen Bends.” This alpine wetland at an altitude of 2,500 meters experiences a daily temperature difference of 20°C in summer. The Kaidu River has eroded over 1,300 river bends here, creating a spectacular sight of nine sun reflections on the winding river at sunset. It has been rated as one of “China’s Six Most Beautiful Wetlands” by Chinese National Geography.Ticket + Shuttle Bus Combined Ticket:140 yuan/person
Baxilike Electric Cart:20 yuan round-trip per person
Horseback Riding Experience:80 yuan/person (optional)
▶ Special Reminders:
Vehicle reservation required 15 days in advance for July-August
Overtime service fee of about 50-100 yuan/hour per day (after 22:00)
Excess mileage fee of about 1-3 yuan/km (beyond agreed 300 km/day)
Prices and availability subject to contract confirmation, may fluctuate with schedule
📝 [Service Guarantee System]
Provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency:
1. Licensed tourist transport vehicles (each seat covered by 500,000 yuan seat insurance)
2. Certified driver team (average driving experience over 10 years)
3. Free itinerary change service 72 hours before departure

Adjacent to it is the Bayanbuluk Swan Lake Nature Reserve, Asia’s largest and China’s swan nature reserve. Every March-April, tens of thousands of whooper swans, little swans, and mute swans fly from the Indian Ocean to breed here, and from June-July, one can witness the lively scene of young birds learning to fly. The spring clusters within the reserve form natural hot springs, and in winter, the mist rising from the water surface contrasts beautifully with the distant snow-capped mountains.4. Real-time scenic area crowd system (avoid peak queuing times)
5. 24-hour emergency response mechanism
📸 [Professional Photography Guide]
Optimal Shooting Times:1 hour before sunset to 20 minutes after sunset
Equipment Recommendations:
Wide-angle lens (16-35mm) for panoramic shots
Telephoto lens (200mm+) to capture sun reflections
Graduated neutral density filter to balance sky and ground light
Hidden Shooting Locations:Third viewing pavilion on the western wooden walkway of the viewpoint
🧥 [High-altitude Travel Equipment Checklist]
Protection:SPF50+ sunscreen, sunglasses, magic headscarf
Warmth:Light down jacket, fleece pants, windproof jacket
Functionality:High-top hiking shoes, insulated thermos, power bank

🚗[2026 Customized Vehicle Itinerary Planning]Medication:Rhodiola capsules, motion sickness patches, adhesive bandages
🌈 [Special Experience Upgrades]
1. Starry sky photography tour (equipped with professional astronomical telescope)
2. Eastern Return cultural research (visit intangible cultural heritage inheritors)
3. Customized grassland picnic (providing traditional foods of various ethnic groups)
4. Drone aerial photography service (requires prior airspace reporting)
📞 [Registration Consultation]
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Customer service manager Zhang Jing will provide:
Real-time vehicle availability inquiry
Personalized itinerary customization
Online electronic contract signing
Travel insurance agency service
(Subject to actual consultation and contract signing; reasonable itinerary changes can be made by mutual agreement)
As the sunset gilds the Nine-curve Eighteen-bend River with a golden edge, as flocks of swans glide over the emerald lake surface, this land praised by Lonely Planet as “China’s Most Beautiful Summer” awaits you to write your own grassland poem with camera and footsteps. It is recommended to start itinerary planning at least 20 days in advance. With the guarantee of a professional team, let every cent of your budget transform into unforgettable travel memories.

Contact Manager Guo Jing at 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation.