OVERVIEW

Ili or Yili is a located in the west of Xinjiang in China. It is renowned for the picturesque grassland and Tianshan Mountains. This tour will let you start the tour from Urumqi, then to Sayram Lake, Yining, Karajun grassland, Narati grassland and Tangbula Grassland. The tour will drive on the Duku highway through the Tianshan Mountain, which is so impressive to view the snow and ice in summer en route. 

ITINERARY

Day 1Urumqi Arrival Transfer

Welcome to Urumqi, the capital city of Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region in China. Upon arrival Urumqi, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy your free time to explore.

Transport: Private vehicle
Accommodation: Overnight in Urumqi

Day 2Urumqi to Sayram Lake and Yining by car (680KM 10H)

Today, you will take a car-ride from Urumqi to Syram Lake on the express highway. Visit Sayram Lake this afternoon for about 3 hours, then contine driving to Yining city via Guozigou Bridge.

Yining is a historical city where you can taste the traditional Uyghur food, and drink some Russian beer.

Transport: Private vehicle
Accommodation: Overnight in Yining
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3Yining to Karajun Grassland and Tekes by car(150KM 2.5H)

After hotel breakfast, you will head for the Karajun Grassland. There are two main parts to visit here including Kukesu Grand Canyon and East & West Karajun Grassland. It takes about a full day to visit.

Later, you will be transferred to Tekes county which was constructed like Eight Diagrams about 600 years ago. Still the city is well-preserved its original designing.

Transport: Private vehicle
Accommodation: Overnight in Tekes
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4Tekes to Narari by car(250KM 3H)

After hotel breakfast, you will head to Narati Grassland, which is well-known for its high-mountain grassland. Explore the grassland and view the Kazak yurts.

Today you will stay in Narati town.

Transport: Private vehicle
Accommodation: Overnight in Narati
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5Narati Grassland to Tangbula Grassland by car(138KM 2.5H)

Today you will go to the Tangbula Grassland from Narati by car. Upon arrival, you can explore the picturesque grassland hidden in the Tianshan Mountains. 

Tonight you will stay in a hotel in Tangbula Town.

Transport: Private vehicle
Accommodation: Overnight in Tangbula
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6Tangbula Grassland to Urumqi by car(440KM 8H)

Today you will take a car ride on the Duku mountain highway through Tianshan Mountains. Note Duku highway is normallly open from early June to early October due to its height, and sometimes it is easily blocked by flood or landslide. 

Later, you will arrive in Urumqi. If time permits, you can visit Erdaoqiao Grand Bazaar.

Transport: Private vehicle
Accommodation: Overnight in Urumqi
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7Departure from Urumqi

Today you will depart from Urumqi. You will be transferred to Urumqi airport to catch your flight, where the wonderful tour concludes. 

Transport: Private Vehicle
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast

INCLUDED

- Local guide

- 3 or 4-star hotel 6 nights (Half room per person)

- Private car for transfer

- Entrance fees 

- 6 Chinese breakfasts

EXCLUDED

- Dinners and lunches

- Arrival/Departure transfer

- China Visa 

- Gratuity

TRIP NOTES

Tour duraton: 7 days

Difficulty: Easy

Group size: Min 2 - Max 15

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