Ili 5 Day In Depth Group Tour Plan Yizhao Highway + Duku Highway with All Expenses Included Recommended Itinerary and Price
Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send itinerary and quotation
A grand grassland feast woven with stars and moonlight:In-Depth 5-Day Yili Tour: Full Analysis (Summer 2026 Edition)
🌄 [Itinerary Highlights:Superior Connection of Three Landscape Corridors]
This itinerary centers on “road travel + grassland culture,” connecting the Yizhao Highway, the northern section of the Duku Highway, and the Yili River Valley—three major scenic belts that cover four major landform types: snow-capped mountains, grasslands, flower fields, and canyons. The itinerary avoids the “checklist-style” tours of conventional group travel by adopting a “morning in-depth tour + afternoon free time” model, reserving 2-3 hours of free activity time each day.
▶️ Scenic Value:
Yizhao Highway:Open from June to September only, featuring 12 viewpoints including White Stone Peak and Wild Wolf Valley, where you can capture the simultaneous view of snow-capped mountains and grasslands
Northern Section of Duku Highway:In 2026, a new regulation of “daytime passage, nighttime construction” will be implemented, open daily from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, passing through core landscapes such as Hashilegen Daban and Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery
Yili River Valley:Covering three major grassland landscapes: Nalati Sky Grassland, Kalajun Human Body Grassland, and Xiata Ancient Trail, with lavender in full bloom from late June to early July
🗺 【5-Day Itinerary Plan (Summer 2026 Implementation Edition)】
[Day 1:Initial Exploration of Yining Culture]
Morning:After airport pickup, check into a four-diamond hotel in downtown Yining (breakfast included)
Afternoon:Kazhanqi Folk Tourism Area (traditional residential clusters of various ethnic groups) + Liuxing Street (Russian architectural complex)
Special Experience:Take a horse-drawn carriage to tour the blue streets and alleys, taste Gulandam handmade ice cream
A grand grassland feast woven with stars and moonlight: In-Depth 5-Day Yili Tour: Full Analysis (Summer 2026 Edition)Dinner Recommendation:Hanren Street Night Market (roasted stuffed buns, lamb lung skewers, kvass beverage)
[Day 2:Secret Realm Around Sayram Lake]
Morning:Self-drive around the lake (total distance about 90 km), with key stops at six viewpoints including Dianjiangtai, Swan’s Delight, and Kele Yongzhu
Lunch:Lakeside High White Trout Restaurant (80 RMB per person, reservation required)
Afternoon:Photography at the Guozigou Bridge Viewpoint (long focal length lens recommended to capture the bridge and snow-capped mountains in the same frame)
Accommodation:Qingshuihe Town Ctrip four-diamond hotel (breakfast included)
[Day 3:Journey Through the Yizhao Highway]
Morning:Traverse the Wusun Mountain along the Yizhao Highway (limited to vehicles under 7 seats), with key stops at White Stone Peak Viewpoint and Wild Wolf Valley
Afternoon:Jieyou Princess Lavender Farm (40 RMB admission, includes a complimentary bouquet of dried flowers; optimal viewing period from June 20 to July 10)
Accommodation:Zhaosu County characteristic homestay (breakfast included, experience the yurt culture of various ethnic groups)
[Day 4:Hiking Exploration of the Xiata Ancient Trail]
Morning:In-depth exploration of Xiata Scenic Area (shuttle bus + light hiking about 6 km), with key photography at Muzart Snow Mountain and marmot habitats
🌄[Itinerary Highlights: Superior Connection of Three Landscape Corridors]Lunch:Bring your own dry food (higher prices for dining within the scenic area)
Afternoon:Kalajun Grassland Falcon Platform (core area of World Natural Heritage, horseback riding available at 80 RMB/hour)
Accommodation:Tekes Bagua City Ferris Wheel Hotel (breakfast included, nighttime Ferris wheel ride to overlook city lights)
[Day 5:Return via Duku Highway]
Morning:Nalati Sky Grassland (self-drive requires advance reservation, key visits to Nomadic Family and Snow Lotus Valley)
Afternoon:Return via the northern section of the Duku Highway (passing through Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery and Hashilegen Daban)
Return Trip:Airport drop-off according to flight schedule, concluding the itinerary
💰 [Cost Explanation (Summer 2026 Reference Price)]
▶️ Basic Cost Components:
Adult Price:3980-4680 RMB/person (includes 4 nights accommodation, full transportation, first admission tickets, guide service fee)
Child Price:2380-2880 RMB/person (under 1.2 meters, no bed, includes seat, half-price admission)
▶️ Included Items:
This itinerary centers on “road travel + grassland culture,” connecting the Yizhao Highway, the northern section of the Duku Highway, and the Yili River Valley—three major scenic belts that cover four major landform types: snow-capped mountains, grasslands, flower fields, and canyons. The itinerary avoids the “checklist-style” tours of conventional group travel by adopting a “morning in-depth tour + afternoon free time” model, reserving 2-3 hours of free activity time each day.Accommodation:4 nights in Ctrip four-diamond hotels/characteristic homestays (breakfast included)
Transportation:7-seat business vehicle (includes fuel, tolls, driver’s accommodation)
Admission Tickets:First admission tickets to four major scenic areas: Sayram Lake, Xiata, Kalajun, Nalati
Experiences:Bouquet of dried flowers from Lavender Farm, Kazhanqi horse-drawn carriage experience, night tour of Tekes Ferris Wheel
▶️ Excluded Items:
Main Meals:Lunch/dinner not included throughout (guide can recommend local specialty restaurants)
Personal Expenses:Secondary consumption items such as horseback riding and shuttle buses
：Single travelers must pay an additional 1200 RMB/person (travel agency will try to arrange room sharing)
⚠ ️ Special Notes:
Prices may fluctuate with peak and off-peak seasons, subject to confirmation by Zhang Jing, Customer Service Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, on the day of inquiry
In 2026, the Duku Highway will implement a reservation system, with the travel agency completing reservation procedures 7 days in advance
Lavender bloom period affected by climate; if bloom ends early, it will be replaced with the Huocheng Ten Thousand Mu Sunflower Field
▶️ Scenic Value:📝 [Service Guarantee System]
▶️ Qualification Guarantees:
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency holds cultural and tourism filing and business qualifications
Sign a national tourism standard electronic contract, clarifying cost details and liability for breach of contract
▶️ Itinerary Optimization:
Daily driving time controlled within 4 hours, with rest stops every 2 hours
Equipped with emergency supplies such as a first aid kit, altitude sickness medication, and car chargers
Guides hold high-end guide certificates and are familiar with ethnic customs and taboos
▶️ Refund and Cancellation Policy:
Cancel 15 days before departure for a refund as per contract
Cancel 7-14 days before departure, incur a 30% penalty
Cancel within 7 days before departure, deduct fees based on actual losses
Yizhao Highway: Open from June to September only, featuring 12 viewpoints including White Stone Peak and Wild Wolf Valley, where you can capture the simultaneous view of snow-capped mountains and grasslands📞 [Registration Method]
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for a detailed itinerary and contract template. The travel agency provides 24-hour emergency contact services, and any sudden situations during the itinerary can be negotiated and changed at any time.
💡 [Pre-Trip Recommended Checklist]
Documents:Valid ID, driver’s license (if self-driving), health code
Clothing:Windbreaker, sun protection clothing, comfortable hiking shoes, sun hat
Medications:Altitude sickness medication, gastrointestinal medicine, motion sickness patches
Electronics:Offline maps, power bank, spare camera battery
Others:Moisturizing skincare products, sunglasses, folding umbrella
🌿 [Cultural Experience Guide]
Hospitality Etiquette of Various Ethnic Groups:Remove shoes when entering a yurt, accept milk tea with both hands holding the bowl
Photography Taboos:Obtain consent before photographing local residents; avoid photographing the interior of folk culture venues
Dining Culture:When trying milk tea from various ethnic groups, finish the first bowl to show respect
Environmental Protection Initiative:No littering in grassland areas; bring your own eco-friendly bags
This itinerary balances scenic density with in-depth experiences, effectively avoiding the reservation challenges and custom vehicle pitfalls of self-drive tours through professional travel agency resource integration. Summer 2026 field test data shows a 92.7% satisfaction rate among tourists on this route, making it particularly suitable for family trips, photography enthusiasts, and nature explorers. Specific itinerary details are subject to the contract signed by both parties, and the travel agency will make reasonable changes according to real-time road conditions and scenic area policies.
Contact Manager Maizi at 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send itinerary and quotation
