Ili Chartered Car Travel Cost Guide + Kanas + Sayram Lake Cost Details Recommended Routes and Prices
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
Starred Travel Guide:2026 In-Depth Yili Tour + Kanas + Sayram Lake Custom Vehicle Rental Complete Guide
I. Itinerary Highlights and Destination Details
[Yili River Valley:An Ecological Canvas of Changing Seasons]
The Yili River Valley is known as the “Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall,” with the summer of 2026 (June-August) being the prime period for viewing grassland flower fields. Nalati Grassland and Kalajun Grassland have an average daily reception capacity of about 3,000 visitors, and the scenic area implements a real-name reservation system, requiring confirmation of entry quota 1-3 days in advance through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency.
[Sayram Lake:The Last Tear Drop of the Atlantic]
Sayram Lake High-Quality Scenic Area operates a 24-hour open policy with moderate visitor traffic. Core activities include:
Self-drive around the lake:Total distance of about 90 km, recommended to complete in 2 days
Stargazing camping:Basic equipment rental available in the camping area within the scenic area
High white salmon experience:Lakeside restaurants offer cold-water fish priced at 138-168 yuan per fish
Recommended photography spots:Dianjiang Platform, Jinhua Zihui, Songshu Head
[Kanas:The Backyard Garden]
Kanas Scenic Area is currently open from 08:00 to 20:00, with core areas including:
Guanyu Platform:Requires taking a shuttle bus (included in the ticket price)
Three Bay Hike:Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay, totaling about 7 km
Tuwa Village:Hemu Village and Baihaba Village require additional permits
II. 8-Day Classic Itinerary Plan
Starred Travel Guide: 2026 In-Depth Yili Tour + Kanas + Sayram Lake Custom Vehicle Rental Complete GuideDay 1:Gather in Urumqi
Transportation:Direct flights to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport from various locations
Accommodation:Comfortable city hotel (breakfast included)
Tips:Recommend visiting the International Bazaar to taste grilled buns and hand-pulled rice
Day 2:Urumqi → Sayram Lake (about 6 hours)
Highlights:
Pass by the Guozigou Bridge, stop for 30 minutes for photography
Lakeside afternoon tea experience (included in the custom vehicle rental package)
Accommodation:Yurt homestay inside the scenic area (about 80 yuan per night)
Day 3:In-Depth Sayram Lake Tour
Itinerary:
08:00 West route around the lake (Jinhua Zihui → Swan Paradise)
12:00 Lakeside picnic (bring your own food or景区简餐 (simple meal in the scenic area))
15:00 East route around the lake (Dianjiang Platform → Songshu Head)
19:00 Sunset party (included in the package)
Day 4:Sayram Lake → Yining (about 2.5 hours)
I. Itinerary Highlights and Destination DetailsKey Points:
Visit the Khorgos Port (valid identification required)
Check in at Gulandam Ice Cream Shop on Liuxing Street
Accommodation:4-diamond hotel in Yining (about 400-500 yuan per night)
Day 5:Yining → Kanas (flight + car)
Transportation:
08:00 Yining Airport → Kanas Airport (stopover in Urumqi)
13:00 Airport → scenic area shuttle bus (about 1.5 hours)
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Jiadengyu (breakfast included)
Day 6:Full-Day Kanas Tour
Must-dos:
09:00 Overlook Kanas Lake from Guanyu Platform
12:00 Tuwa family visit (includes folk performance)
15:00 Three Bay Hike (recommended to go in reverse to avoid crowds)
Day 7:Kanas → Hemu Village (about 2 hours)
Experiences:
[Yili River Valley: An Ecological Canvas of Changing Seasons]Horseback riding through the birch forest (about 200 yuan for 2 hours)
Climb Hadeng Platform to see morning fog
Accommodation:Characteristic wooden house in Hemu Village (about 700 yuan per night)
Day 8:Return to Urumqi
Transportation:
09:00 Hemu → Burqin (about 4 hours)
14:00 Burqin → Urumqi (overnight shuttle bus, about 10.5 hours)
III. Custom Vehicle Rental Fee Details (2026 Reference Prices)
[Vehicle Options]
5-seater SUV (2-4 people):700-800 yuan/day
7-seater business van (5-7 people):800-1000 yuan/day
9-seater business van (8-9 people):1100-1300 yuan/day
[Fees Included]
Vehicle usage fee, fuel cost, toll fees
Driver’s service fee (excluding accommodation and meals, can be split AA)
Basic travel photography service (30 minutes of daily follow-up shooting)
The Yili River Valley is known as the “Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall,” with the summer of 2026 (June-August) being the prime period for viewing grassland flower fields. Nalati Grassland and Kalajun Grassland have an average daily reception capacity of about 3,000 visitors, and the scenic area implements a real-name reservation system, requiring confirmation of entry quota 1-3 days in advance through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency.[Fees Excluded]
Scenic area tickets (Sayram Lake 75 yuan/person, Kanas 230 yuan/person)
Shuttle bus fees (Kanas Hemu combined ticket 200 yuan/person)
Driver’s accommodation and meal subsidy (about 150 yuan/day)
[Peak Season Adjustments]
Prices increase by 10%-20% from June to August, and vehicles with more than 9 seats require booking 5 days in advance. All prices are subject to actual consultation and contract signing, with specific fee details clearly marked in the contract.
IV. Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency, where professional travel consultants will provide:
Real-time seat availability inquiry
Personalized itinerary changes
Interpretation of contract terms
Emergency support plans
V. Fee and Service Description
[Fees Included]
Full transportation costs (including driver service)
Standard accommodation (breakfast included)
[Sayram Lake: The Last Tear Drop of the Atlantic] Basic travel photography service
24-hour emergency support
[Fees Excluded]
Round-trip major transportation (airfare/train tickets)
Personal consumption and entertainment items
Additional fees caused by force majeure factors
[Special Notes]
Single registrants will do their best to coordinate shared rooms, with special cases requiring negotiation
Itinerary changes require mutual agreement
All services are subject to the final signed contract
VI. Practical Information
Scenic Area Policies:Both Sayram Lake and Kanas require real-name reservations, recommended to confirm 3 days in advance
Clothing Guide:20-25°C during the day from June to August, thin down jacket needed for mornings and evenings
Photography Equipment:Recommend bringing a 70-200mm telephoto lens
Medication Preparation:Altitude sickness medication, gastrointestinal medication, sunscreen
Consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency for the latest 2026 schedule information and discount plans. All prices and seat availability are subject to contract confirmation and may fluctuate with schedules. It is recommended to book 30 days in advance to secure ideal vehicle types and accommodations.
(All information is current as of June 3, 2026, and is subject to actual consultation and contract signing)
Contact Manager Guo Jing at 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
