Ili Summer Grassland Flower Sea Group Tour 2026 Recommended Cost Breakdown Recommended Itinerary Cost and Price
Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation.
Starred Recommendation✨:2026 Yili Summer Grassland Flower Sea In-depth Group Tour – Unlock the Dual Feast of ‘Purple Romance + Green Secret Realm’ in 6 Days
[Key Highlights of the Itinerary]
🌸 Precise Matching of Flowering Period:Late June to early July is the ‘golden window period’ for Yili’s annual landscape. Huocheng lavender is in full bloom, wildflowers blanket the Nalati and Kalajun grasslands, and golden lotus and wild lilies bloom along the shores of Sayram Lake, creating a strong visual impact with snow-capped mountains, lakes, flower seas, and grasslands in the same frame.
🚗 Hassle-Free Transportation Design:Throughout the journey, customized 7-seater business vehicles or SUVs are used. For carpooling with 4 people, the average daily transportation cost per person is approximately 300 yuan. The drivers are all locals familiar with the road conditions in Yili, allowing flexible avoidance of tour group traffic and the ability to stop at niche viewpoints at any time.
🏨 Guaranteed Accommodation Resources:Secure high-quality accommodations in Nalati Town and around Sayram Lake in advance to avoid last-minute price hikes or downgrades during peak season. In Yining City, prioritize accommodations near the Kazanqi Folk Custom Area to experience the folk customs of the blue streets and alleys on foot.
[6-Day Simple Itinerary]
▶ Day 1:Gather in Yining · Initial Exploration of the Flower City
Morning:Arrive in Yining from various locations and check into a comfortable hotel in the city (reference price: 400-600 yuan/night). For free activities, the Kazanqi Folk Custom Area is recommended, where you can take a horse-drawn carriage through the blue streets and alleys and taste handmade ice cream and ethnic milk tea.
Starred Recommendation✨: 2026 Yili Summer Grassland Flower Sea In-depth Group Tour – Unlock the Dual Feast of ‘Purple Romance + Green Secret Realm’ in 6 DaysAfternoon:Pre-trip briefing where the team leader explains itinerary precautions, emphasizing the need for windproof jackets due to the changeable weather on the grasslands and suggesting light-colored long dresses for photos in the lavender fields.
▶ Day 2:Sayram Lake Circular Tour · Guozigou Bridge
Morning:Drive for 3 hours to reach Sayram Lake, known as the ‘last tear of the Atlantic.’ Tour core attractions such as the Songshu Tou Boardwalk and Dianjiang Terrace around the lake, where the blue lake water contrasts beautifully with the golden lotus flower sea.
Afternoon:Cross the Guozigou Bridge and take photos of the bridge and valley together at the viewpoint. Check into Qingshuihe Town in the evening (reference price: 300-500 yuan/night).
▶ Day 3:Huocheng Lavender · Kalajun Grassland
Morning:Visit the Huocheng Jieyou Princess Lavender Garden (admission: 35 yuan). The flowers are most vibrant around June 20th. It is recommended to take photos before 10 am or after 7 pm when the light is soft and the sun is not harsh.
Afternoon:Venture deep into the Kalajun Grassland and take the shuttle bus to visit the Flower Terrace and Falcon Terrace. The grassland undulates like waves, dotted with wildflowers. Check into Tekes Bagua City in the evening (reference price: 400-600 yuan/night).
▶ Day 4:Nalati Aerial Grassland · Nomadic Culture Experience
[Key Highlights of the Itinerary]All Day:Tour the Nalati Grassland, take the shuttle bus to the Nomadic Family, and hike to the Internet-famous bridge. Along the way, forests, streams, meadows, and wildflowers form a classic picture. You can optionally experience horseback riding deep into the grassland (reference price: 80 yuan/hour).
Evening:Check into a comfortable hotel in Nalati Town (reference price: 500-700 yuan/night) and taste the local dish ‘Naren’ (hand-pulled meat noodles) and milk tea from various ethnic groups.
▶ Day 5:Northern Section of the Duku Highway · Grassland Starry Sky
Morning:Drive along the northern section of the Duku Highway (expected to open in early June), enjoying the three-dimensional landscape of snow-capped mountains, canyons, and grasslands along the way. Learn about the history of road construction at the Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery.
Afternoon:Return to Yining City, stopping at the Gongnaisi Forest Farm to photograph the spruce forest along the way. For free activities in the evening, the Six-Star Street Food Bazaar is recommended, where you can taste special snacks such as roasted baozi (stuffed buns) and noodle lung.
▶ Day 6:Departure from Yining · Free Activities
Morning:Arrange for transfer to the airport/train station according to flight/train times to end the itinerary.
[Price Explanation]
🌸 Precise Matching of Flowering Period: Late June to early July is the ‘golden window period’ for Yili’s annual landscape. Huocheng lavender is in full bloom, wildflowers blanket the Nalati and Kalajun grasslands, and golden lotus and wild lilies bloom along the shores of Sayram Lake, creating a strong visual impact with snow-capped mountains, lakes, flower seas, and grasslands in the same frame.▶ Price Range:The average reference price per person for a comfortable group tour in June-July 2026 is 6,800-8,500 yuan, including:
Transportation:Customized 7-seater business vehicle throughout the journey (including fuel, tolls, and driver service fees), with an average of about 1,800 yuan per person for carpooling with 4 people.
Accommodation:5 nights in comfortable hotels (2 nights in Yining, 1 night in Qingshuihe, 1 night in Tekes, 1 night in Nalati), with an average of about 1,500 yuan per person.
Admission Tickets:Sayram Lake: 145 yuan, Nalati Grassland: 195 yuan, Kalajun Grassland: 140 yuan, Lavender Garden: 35 yuan, with an average of about 515 yuan per person.
Meals:Three meals a day at a standard of 150 yuan, with an average of about 900 yuan per person over 6 days.
Services:Tour guide service fees, insurance fees, emergency service fees, etc., with an average of about 300 yuan per person.
▶ Fluctuation Notice:Prices may vary depending on the tour date and accommodation level, and the final price shall be based on the contract signed. If you choose economy accommodations or travel during the off-peak season (such as late May or early September), you can save 1,500-2,000 yuan per person.
[Registration Method]
🚗 Hassle-Free Transportation Design: Throughout the journey, customized 7-seater business vehicles or SUVs are used. For carpooling with 4 people, the average daily transportation cost per person is approximately 300 yuan. The drivers are all locals familiar with the road conditions in Yili, allowing flexible avoidance of tour group traffic and the ability to stop at niche viewpoints at any time. You can register through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency and consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for specific tour dates and availability.
[Fee and Service Explanation]
▶ Fees Included:Transportation, accommodation, admission tickets, tour guide services, and insurance throughout the journey. No arranged shopping stops.
▶ Fees Not Included:Round-trip major transportation (airfare/train tickets), personal expenses, and optional activities (such as horseback riding and in-scenic-area shuttle services).
▶ Single Registration:Our agency will do its best to arrange room sharing. If room sharing is not possible, a supplement will be required (reference price: 800-1,200 yuan for the entire journey).
▶ Policy Changes:In case of force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area openings, both parties can reasonably adjust the itinerary by mutual agreement.
▶ Important Notice:The specifics shall be based on actual consultation and contract signing. Please read the contract terms carefully before registration.
[Pre-Trip Recommended Checklist]
🏨 Guaranteed Accommodation Resources: Secure high-quality accommodations in Nalati Town and around Sayram Lake in advance to avoid last-minute price hikes or downgrades during peak season. In Yining City, prioritize accommodations near the Kazanqi Folk Custom Area to experience the folk customs of the blue streets and alleys on foot.Clothing:Windbreaker or light down jacket (recommended for mornings and evenings), sun protection clothing, light-colored long dress (for flower sea photos), comfortable hiking shoes.
Sun Protection:SPF50+ sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hat.
Documents:Valid ID, student ID/senior citizen ID (some attractions offer discounts).
Others:Thermos (large temperature difference on the grassland), common medications (cold medicine, stomach medicine), power bank.
[Travel Tips]
Flowering Period Inquiry:Check the real-time flower conditions through the ‘Yili Zero Distance’ official account before departure to avoid missing the lavender’s full bloom.
Transportation Tips:The Duku Highway is recommended for travel during summer. Follow the ‘Xinjiang Road Network’ official account for specific opening times.
Respect Customs:When photographing local people or livestock on the grassland, communicate in advance and avoid treading on the grassland randomly.
This summer, let Yili’s purple romance and green secret realm relax your eyes! Whether it’s the fragrance of Huocheng lavender or the vastness of Nalati grassland, it will become the most vivid scene in your memory.
Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation.
