8-Day Tour of Altay and Ili: A Detailed Travel Guide

Hi, travel lovers! Here's an 8-day travel guide for Altay and Ili! This guide covers the best routes and must-see attractions! -------------------- 🚗 Itinerary: Day 1: Guangzhou to Karamay. Fly to Xinjiang. The flight takes about 5.5 hours. Arrive in Karamay and get ready to start your Altay-Ili tour! Day 2: Hemu Scenic Area. Spend the whole day exploring Hemu Scenic Area and enjoy the magnificent and mysterious natural scenery. Day 3: Kanas Scenic Area. Explore the unique scenery of Kanas Scenic Area and enjoy the gifts of nature. Day 4: Colorful Beach. Stroll along Colorful Beach and admire the colorful river beach scenery. Marvel at the wonders of nature. Day 5: Sayram Lake. Admire the beautiful scenery of Sayram Lake and enjoy the tranquility and beauty. Day 6: Nalati Grassland. Ride across Nalati Grassland and enjoy the vastness and freedom of the grassland. Day 7: Duku Highway. Drive along Duku Highway and admire the magnificent scenery on both sides of the road. Day 8: Karamay to Guangzhou. End your wonderful trip and fly back to Guangzhou from Karamay. 🛫 -------------------- Must-see attractions: 🌟 Sayram Lake: The lake is clear and blue, shining like a gem. The vast grassland around the lake is covered with colorful wildflowers, which is a feast for the eyes. 🌊 Kanas Scenic Area: The color of the lake changes with the light and seasons. There are also legends of mysterious lake monsters. Start your adventure here. 🏡 Hemu Scenic Area: The small wooden houses are scattered in the mountain valley, simple and quiet. Come here to enjoy the tranquility and beauty away from the hustle and bustle. -------------------- Travel preparations: 👚 **Clothing**: Fleece jacket, thermal underwear, light cashmere sweater, long-sleeved pajamas. Altay and Ili are very cold in January, so make sure you wrap up warm. Don't forget to bring thick cotton pants to keep your legs warm. 🎒 **Accessories**: Windproof jacket, hat, scarf, and gloves. The wind in Xinjiang is very strong. Disposable underwear and toilet seat covers are convenient and hygienic. Sunglasses are also a must, as the sun is very strong. Power bank and thermos, little things that make your trip more enjoyable. 🆔 **Documents and medicine**: ID card and cash. Although mobile payment is popular, cash is still king in some places. Bring some common medicines, such as cold medicine and painkillers, just in case. Don't forget sunscreen, as the UV rays are very strong! -------------------- Enjoy the beautiful scenery from Altay to Ili and don't forget to leave your footprints and memories! 👣✨