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7 Days Ili Charming Tour to Sayram Lake and Naraty Grassland

By China Silk Road Travel
Free cancellation available
Price is $1,170 per adult
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  • 7d
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Overview

Xinjiang tour to explore Ili, a fairyland with breathtaking natural scenery. Discover the stunning landscapes of the Ili region, where you can admire blooming wildflowers and vast grasslands around Sayram Lake. Visit the magnificent Kalajun Grassland and experience the traditional Kazakh lifestyle at Narati Grassland. Don't miss the cultural scenery of Yining City. Immerse yourself in the melodious music of the lute on Liuxing Street!

  • Private and Comfortable Vehicle with good AC
  • Professional and Friendly Chinese Speaking Driver
  • No shopping and No detour

Activity location

  • Urumqi
    • Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Urumqi
    • Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur, China

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Ili Area Photography Tour in English
  • Activity duration is 7 days7d
    7d
  • Opening hours: Sat 7:00am-11:30pm
  • English

4 Star Hotel: 5 nights 4star hotel will be arranged
Duration: 7 days
Private Vehicle with good AC
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
$1,170.00 x 1 Adult$1,170.00

Total
Price is $1,170.00
Until Fri, Aug 1

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional and friendly Chinese Speaking Driver
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate transportation
  • What's includedWhat's included6 Nights 4 Star hotel (2persons shared one room)
  • What's includedWhat's included2 bottles of water each person for daily use
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch and dinner throughout the itinerary
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGuide Service
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPersonal expenses and tips to the guide and driver
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFlight arrive and leave from Urumqi

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Urumqi Arrival
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight in Urumqi
Urumqi
  • 40m
Welcome to Urumqi, the capital of the Xinjiang and the farthest major city from any ocean in the world. Upon arrival, the driver will meet you at the airport and you'll be transferred to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free for you to explore at your leisure.
Day 2: Kuitun & Dushanzi Grand Canyon
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight in Jinghe
Kuytun
  • 5h
After breakfast in the morning, the driver will take you to the train station for your tour to Kuitun. Upon arrival in Kuitun, our team will meet you and take you to visit the stunning Dushanzi Grand Canyon—a hidden gem in Xinjiang. This spectacular canyon was carved by snowmelt and rainfall from the Tianshan Mountains over countless dry years, creating towering formations that resemble a cluster of bamboo shoots. The canyon floor spans 100–400 meters in width, while the upper rim stretches 800–1,000 meters across, with cliffs rising 200 meters high at an elevation of 1,070 meters. After the tour, we will drive to Jinghe for your overnight stay.
Day 3: Sayram Lake & Guozigou Bridge
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight in Yining
Sayram Lake
Today, we'll visit Sayram Lake, the crown jewel of your Northern Xinjiang tour. Known as "the last tear of the Atlantic", this alpine wonder dazzles with crystal-clear waters surrounded by lush grasslands and vibrant wildflowers. Stroll along the shore, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and soak in the serene beauty of this fairyland. In the afternoon, continue your tour across the Guozigou Bridge, Xinjiang's largest and most iconic bridge. Marvel at the engineering marvel as it spans dramatic valleys, offering breathtaking panoramic views.
Day 4: Discover the Enchanting Kalajun Prairie
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight in Tekes
Kalajun Prairies
  • 5h
Driving from Yining to Tekes, your tour begins at the enchanting Kalajun Prairie, a place as poetic and picturesque as a painting. This area is dotted with numerous springs and, from May to September each year, serves as an ideal gathering place for pastoral communities to trade goods and celebrate cultural activities. The name "Kalajun" comes from the Kazakh language, meaning "dark wilderness". For generations, the people of this grassland have maintained a simple nomadic way of life, their traditions radiating a unique and timeless charm.
Day 5: Explore the Legendary Naraty Grassland
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight in Naraty
Nalati Grassland
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
This morning, your guide and driver will pick you up from your accommodation. We'll journey to the renowned Naraty Grassland, a legendary pastureland celebrated since ancient times for its breathtaking landscapes. Here, vast river valleys meet towering mountains, crisscrossed by deep gorges, lush forests, and endless open grasslands. Immerse yourself in the stunning scenery and experience the traditional Kazakh nomadic way of life. Afterward, we'll transfer you to your hotel for check-in, where you can relax and unwind.
Day 6: Return to Yining
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight in Urumqi
Gulja
  • 8h
After bidding farewell to the beautiful Naraty Grassland, we'll return to Yining and visit the enchanting Kazanqi Folk Village—a "blue fairy-tale town" nestled in the Tianshan Mountains. Stroll through streets lined with vibrant Uyghur houses, painted in sky-blue hues and adorned with wooden carvings and colorful spires. The village's whimsical charm evokes comparisons to Morocco's Chefchaouen, offering endless photo opportunities. Next, we'll stop at the Accordion Museum on Liuxing Street, home to over 800 accordions from 20+ countries. This unique collection draws music lovers and travelers alike, making it a must-see for its cultural and artistic flair. Later, we'll board the fast train to Urumqi, concluding today's adventures.
Day 7: Urumqi Departure
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Urumqi
  • 40m
Today, we will arrange your airport transfer. You'll conclude your enjoyable tour of northern Xinjiang and return to your sweet home.

Location

Activity location

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    • Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur, China

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    • Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur, China

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