Xinjiang Bortala — The hometown of Sayram Lake, a strategic point on the Northern Silk Road. Explore alpine lakes, border ports, hot spring therapy, and experience Mongolian grassland culture.
Lake scenery, hot spring therapy, border exploration, experience Mongolian customs
Arrive in Bole City, head to Sayram Lake Scenic Area, tour around the lake, and enjoy lake scenery, horse riding, and cycling.
Head to Wenquan County, experience natural hot spring therapy, and tour the Otok Sayr Valley scenery.
Visit Alashankou Port, learn about border trade, tour the Border Gate Scenic Area, and experience the border atmosphere.
Head to Jinghe County, visit the goji plantation base, tour Aibi Lake Wetland, and learn about the local specialty industry.
Visit the Bortala Museum to learn about Mongolian history and culture. Return in the afternoon based on your flight/train schedule.
A cold-water fish specialty of Sayram Lake. The meat is tender and delicious, and can be steamed, braised, or made into fish soup — a local delicacy.
A traditional Mongolian dish. Selected grassland-fed mutton is boiled in plain water, preserving the original flavor and embodying nomadic culinary culture.
A daily beverage of the Mongolian people, brewed with brick tea and fresh milk. It is savory and rich, usually enjoyed with fried rice and dairy products.