Xinjiang Yili RV Itinerary: Must-Read for Those Planning a Trip with Kids

- Last summer, I took my kids to Xinjiang Yili. I'm sharing my honest thoughts in the hopes of helping other moms planning a trip to Xinjiang with their kids this year! - ✅ Reasons to Choose a Group Tour for Family Travel 🔸Super worry-free, you don't have to worry about food, accommodation, or transportation To be honest, I'm a lazy mom and I don't have the patience for the nitty-gritty details of planning a trip. Xinjiang's attractions are spread out, and self-driving or independent travel requires a lot of time to plan transportation, accommodation, and tickets. With a group tour, someone else takes care of these things, and I just need to bring my kids. Plus, a well-organized tour will arrange in-depth experiences based on the needs of families, with a comfortable pace and not too much intensity. - 🔸Safe and secure, and more professional Although Xinjiang is beautiful, some roads are complex. For example, the Duku Highway and S101 are subject to changing weather. Experienced drivers and tour leaders can adjust the itinerary in time. - 🔸Kids have companions, creating a great atmosphere The other kids on the tour are about the same age, so they can play together and the trip won't be boring. - 🔸Educational and fun, kids can learn something Instead of just taking photos and checking in, the tour leader will design natural history classes to guide the kids to explore in depth, which is more educational than independent travel. - ‼️ Things to Note When Choosing a Family Tour in Xinjiang 1⃣️ Choose a reputable travel agency 🔸Confirm whether they have legal qualifications (business license, travel agency business license), and give priority to those with a good reputation. 🔸Sign a formal travel contract that specifies the itinerary, accommodation, meals, costs, and other terms, paying special attention to refunds, changes, and liability for accidents. - 2⃣️ The itinerary should be suitable for families 🔸Relaxed pace: Daily driving time should not exceed 4 hours, with sufficient rest time between attractions. 🔸Fun: Choose activities that your kids are interested in, such as horseback riding on the grasslands (safety protection required) and cycling around Sayram Lake. 🔸Interactive experiences: Give priority to itineraries that include folk experiences (such as visiting Uyghur homes) or nature exploration (exploring primeval spruce forests). - 3⃣️ Safety and health protection Confirm whether the team has a first-aid kit and whether they have considered the children's food safety. - 4⃣️ Transportation and accommodation arrangements 🔸Give priority to tour buses equipped with air conditioning and large spaces, and avoid overnight buses. 🔸Clean and hygienic accommodation is the top priority, and unique experiences are a bonus. - 🎯 My True Feelings About the Group Tour ✨ Full of ritual and unique experiences Cycling around Sayram Lake, visiting homes in Liuxing Street, a private viewing of horses bathing in the river, a picnic under the Xata Glacier, and a mountain and river feast prepared by an exclusive chef in the Anjihai Grand Canyon were all very memorable. - ✨ The food and accommodation are very special Eating high white salmon in Sayram Lake, Xinjiang-style big plate chicken, roast whole lamb... There are different authentic flavors every day, and they are very considerate, taking into account the children's tastes. - ✨ Kids can learn something Natural history and cultural classes are interspersed every day, which are not boring. The fun interactive methods allow children to experience it in depth. - ✨ Really worry-free From the moment we landed, I didn't have to worry about food, accommodation, or transportation. The kids also had teachers to take care of them, so I was responsible for taking beautiful photos.