Xinjiang Ili — Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall, paradise of grasslands. Explore world-class grassland scenery, experience diverse ethnic cultures, and feel the romance and heroism of the Silk Road.
Prefecture capital, center of Ili River Valley
Transport hub, Corps city
Border port city
Site of Gongyue City ruins
Homeland of lavender
Kuerdening Scenic Area
Location of Nalati Grassland
Homeland of Heavenly Horses
Bagua City
Tangbula Grassland
Xibe Cultural Center
Traverse grassland flower seas, explore ancient paths and hidden realms, experience diverse cultures
Arrive in Yining City, visit the blue town of Kazanqi, experience Uyghur culture, and taste local specialties.
Head to Nalati Grassland, experience horseback riding and hiking, and join a Kazakh home visit activity in the evening.
Circle Sayram Lake, photograph the lake and mountain scenery, and pass by the spectacular Guozigou Bridge.
Go deep into Kalajun Grassland, admire the soft curves of the "Human Body Grassland," and explore Kuokesu Grand Canyon.
Head to Zhaosu Grassland, visit the Heavenly Horse Cultural Park, and enjoy distant views of the Xia Ancient Path snowy peaks.
Visit Huocheng lavender fields, tour Huiyuan Ancient City General's Mansion, and learn about Ili's history.
Visit Chabuchar Xibe Nationality Museum, learn about the westward migration history, and depart in the afternoon according to flight/train schedule.
A traditional Kazakh dish made with grass-fed lamb boiled in plain water. The meat is tender and retains its original flavor, embodying the bold nomadic culinary culture.
An Ili specialty made by stuffing horse meat and fat into horse intestines and smoking them. Unique in flavor, it is a nourishing winter delicacy.
A traditional Russian fermented beverage made from honey, hops, and other ingredients. Sweet and tangy with low alcohol content.