How to Understand the Price List for Group Tours in Yili 5 Cost Items Broken Down Recommended Routes and Prices

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In-Depth Analysis of the Yili Tour Group Price List:Breakdown of 5 Core Costs and Itinerary Planning Guide
🌄 [Destination and Route Features]
Located in the hinterland of the Tianshan Mountains, the Yili River Valley has become the core tourism area of Xinjiang due to its reputation as the “Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall.” In the summer of 2026, it attracts tourists with its four major landscapes of grasslands, lakes, snow-capped mountains, and flower seas. Popular routes cover iconic attractions such as Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Karajun Grassland, Xiata Ancient Road, and Huocheng Lavender Base. According to data from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, current Yili group tour products are divided into three categories:
5-6 Day Short Loop:Covers Sayram Lake, Nalati, and Karajun, with an average daily driving time of under 4 hours, suitable for first-time visitors to Xinjiang or those with limited time.
7-8 Day In-Depth Loop:Adds the Duku Highway, Xiata Ancient Road, and Zhaosu Flower Sea, with an average daily driving time of 5-6 hours, suitable for photography enthusiasts and nature explorers.
10-Day Panoramic Loop:Connects the core attractions of Kanas and Hemu in Northern Xinjiang with those in Yili, offering a long span but rich landscapes, suitable for seasoned travelers.
🗺 【Classic 7-Day Itinerary Reference for July-August 2026】
(Taking Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s “Yining Start/End – 7-Day Concise Loop in Yili” as an example)
Day 1:Yining Assembly → Kazanqi Folk Village → Six-Star Street
Highlights:Experience traditional architecture and handicrafts of various ethnic groups, taste handmade ice cream and baked buns.
Transportation:City shuttle bus (included in the tour fee).
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Yining city (Ctrip 3-diamond standard).

In-Depth Analysis of the Yili Tour Group Price List: Breakdown of 5 Core Costs and Itinerary Planning GuideDay 2:Yining → Sayram Lake → Guozigou Bridge → Qingshuihe Town
Highlights:Circumnavigate Sayram Lake, photograph the “sapphire” lake surface and snow-capped mountain reflections; pass by the Guozigou Bridge viewing platform.
Transportation:Air-conditioned tourist coach (including shuttle bus fees).
Admission Tickets:Sayram Lake first entrance ticket: 145 RMB/person (included in the tour fee).
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Qingshuihe Town.
Day 3:Qingshuihe → Huocheng Lavender → Karajun Grassland → Tekes Bagua City
Highlights:Photograph at the Huocheng Lavender Base (flowering period in June-July); photograph the “human body grassland” landscape at Karajun Grassland; night view of Tekes Bagua City.
Transportation:Full-day tourist coach.
Admission Tickets:Karajun all-area shuttle bus: 170 RMB/person (included in the tour fee).
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Tekes.
Day 4:Tekes → Xiata Ancient Road → Zhaosu
Highlights:Light trek along the Xiata Ancient Road to the foot of Muzart Snow Mountain; Zhaosu rape flower sea (blooming in July).

🌄[Destination and Route Features]Transportation:Tourist coach + scenic area电瓶车 (40 RMB/person self-paid).
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Zhaosu.
Day 5:Zhaosu → Yizhao Highway → Six-Star Street, Yining
Highlights:Traverse the “Mini Duku” Yizhao Highway (seasonally open, with cliff and flower sea landscapes along the way); free activities on Six-Star Street.
Transportation:Tourist coach (Yizhao Highway requires prior application for passage permit).
Accommodation:Hotel in Yining city.
Day 6:Yining → Nalati Grassland → Nalati Town
Highlights:Horseback riding on Nalati Sky Grassland (80 RMB/hour voluntary self-payment); check-in at the网红 bridge.
Transportation:Tourist coach.
Admission Tickets:Nalati Sky Grassland shuttle bus: 60 RMB/person (included in the tour fee).
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Nalati Town.
Day 7:Nalati → Northern Section of Duku Highway → Yining

Located in the hinterland of the Tianshan Mountains, the Yili River Valley has become the core tourism area of Xinjiang due to its reputation as the “Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall.” In the summer of 2026, it attracts tourists with its four major landscapes of grasslands, lakes, snow-capped mountains, and flower seas. Popular routes cover iconic attractions such as Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Karajun Grassland, Xiata Ancient Road, and Huocheng Lavender Base. According to data from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, current Yili group tour products are divided into three categories:Highlights:Traverse the northern section of the Duku Highway (seasonally open, with snow-capped mountains and canyon landscapes along the way); return to Yining.
Transportation:Tourist coach.
Accommodation:None (return trip on the same day).
💰 [Price Description:Breakdown of 5 Core Costs]
The price of Yili group tours in 2026 is significantly influenced by season, accommodation, and vehicle type. Taking a 7-day itinerary as an example, the cost breakdown is as follows:
Basic Tour Fee (Reference Range):4800-6500 RMB/person (excluding round-trip major transportation)
Cost Includes:
Transportation:Tourist coach, scenic area shuttle buses, and driver service fees within the itinerary.
Accommodation:6 nights in comfortable hotels (Ctrip 3-diamond standard, partial upgrades to 4-diamond require additional payment).
Admission Tickets:First entrance tickets and shuttle buses for Sayram Lake, Karajun, Nalati, and Xiata Ancient Road.
Meals:6 breakfasts + 3 formal meals (meal standard: 50-60 RMB/person, formal meals are 8-10 person table meals).
Services:Licensed tour guide, travel agency liability insurance, and travel accident insurance.

5-6 Day Short Loop: Covers Sayram Lake, Nalati, and Karajun, with an average daily driving time of under 4 hours, suitable for first-time visitors to Xinjiang or those with limited time.Self-Paid Items (Voluntary Choice):
Grassland Horseback Riding:80-120 RMB/hour.
Specialty Meals:Roast whole lamb, mare milk banquet (150-300 RMB/person).
Scenic Area电瓶车:Xiata Ancient Road: 40 RMB/person.
Consumption Points:Regular tours have no mandatory consumption, but some itineraries may arrange specialty stores (voluntary consumption).
：Single travelers need to supplement 600-1000 RMB/6 nights (fluctuates based on accommodation standard).
Policy Description:
Students/seniors/military personnel with valid certificates can enjoy a 50% discount on admission tickets (some scenic spots offer exemptions for photography association members).
Prices may fluctuate based on tour dates and are subject to the contract signed by both parties.
📝 [Registration Method and Service Description]
Registration Channels:You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for specific tour dates and availability.
Service Standards:

7-8 Day In-Depth Loop: Adds the Duku Highway, Xiata Ancient Road, and Zhaosu Flower Sea, with an average daily driving time of 5-6 hours, suitable for photography enthusiasts and nature explorers.Vehicles:New cars within 5 years, disinfected daily, equipped with medical kits and emergency tools.
Accommodation:Partner hotels have passed health and epidemic prevention inspections, providing 24-hour hot water and Wi-Fi.
Meals:Partner restaurants hold food operation permits, and group meals focus on dish variety.
Tour Guides:Licensed and regularly trained in service, familiar with ethnic customs and emergency response.
Contract Terms:
Cost details, included items, and self-paid descriptions must be listed clearly, with no vague wording allowed.
Single travelers will be coordinated for room sharing as much as possible; special circumstances require separate negotiation.
The actual consultation and contract signing shall prevail, and both parties can reasonably modify the itinerary upon mutual agreement.
⚠ 【Pre-Trip Must-Read:Avoiding Pitfalls Guide]
Reservation Policy:Sayram Lake, Nalati, and Xiata Ancient Road require advance reservations. Group tours are handled by the travel agency, while independent travelers need to operate on their own.
Clothing Guide:Yili has large temperature differences between day and night. In summer, bring windproof jackets, long pants, and comfortable hiking shoes; the mountainous areas have strong UV rays, requiring SPF50+ sunscreen and sun hats.
Transportation Tips:The Duku Highway and Yizhao Highway recommend allowing vehicles under 7 seats. Novice drivers are not advised to drive themselves; group tours are led by local drivers and guides.
Cost Verification:Before signing the contract, confirm whether all admission tickets and shuttle bus fees are included to avoid vague terms such as “admission tickets at own expense.”

Contact Manager Yang Jia at 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation.