Let Sayram Lake tell you what is called the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean!

1. Ticket reservation and price: Remember to book tickets in advance during the peak season, and then exchange tickets at the visitor center at the east gate. One-day tour tickets are 145 yuan, and two-day tour tickets are 190 yuan. 2. Departure time: No matter where you depart from, just make sure to arrive before 3 pm. It takes about two and a half hours from Yining, and about five and a half hours from Urumqi. In Xinjiang, it usually gets dark between 9 and 10 pm, which is enough for a whole day of sightseeing, and you can also catch a sunset at 10 pm. 3. Transportation: Do not take the scenic area bus, be sure to drive yourself or hire a car, so you can stop and enjoy the scenery at any time. 4. Travel route: Enter from the east gate and exit from the south gate, circle the lake, and after exiting the south gate, drive 5 kilometers to check in at the spectacular Guozigou Bridge, the first scenic spot in Ili. 5. Accommodation suggestion: On the first day, you can stay in the nearby Bole City, which is an hour and a half drive from Sayram Lake. On the second day, you can energetically check in at Sayram Lake. It is not recommended to stay in the scenic area; you can stay in Huocheng, which is affordable and you can taste local delicacies. On the second day, you can also visit the romantic lavender fields. 6. Refueling reminder: No matter where you drive from to Sayram Lake, be sure to fill up the tank, as the nearest gas station is more than an hour's drive away, and you can't move without fuel. 7. Clothing suggestion: Based on the scenery of Sayram Lake, it is personally recommended to wear mainly white, as it looks great in photos. 8. Play time: The loop around the lake is 92 kilometers, and it takes two hours to play without stopping. If you stop and go, it will take at least six to seven hours. There are few food options in the scenic area and the taste is average, so you can bring some snacks. 9. Other precautions: Sayram Lake is over 2,000 meters above sea level, and it is windy by the lake, so remember to bring a jacket.