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8-Day Altay-Ili Road Trip: A Detailed Guide to Breathtaking Beauty

An eight-day itinerary from Altay to Ili is here! Don't miss this fantastic route. Grab this super practical travel guide now! -- 🛤️Itinerary: Day 1: Guangzhou ✈️ Karamay Depart from Guangzhou and fly to the mysterious Karamay. Upon arrival, head straight to the hotel to rest and recharge for the upcoming adventure! Day 2: Kanas Scenic Area Spend the entire day exploring the Kanas Scenic Area, experiencing the magnificence and mystery of nature. Day 3: Hemu Scenic Area -> Five-Colored Beach Depart in the morning for Hemu Scenic Area and enjoy the fresh air and tranquility of nature. In the afternoon, head to Five-Colored Beach to admire the colorful riverbank scenery. Day 4: Urho Devil City Scenic Area Explore Urho Devil City and experience the unique geological landscape and rich history and culture. Day 5: Sayram Lake Enjoy a full-day tour around Sayram Lake, taking in the tranquility and beauty of the plateau lake. Day 6: Yining City's Liuxing Street -> Nalati Scenic Area Stroll through Yining City's Liuxing Street in the morning and experience the exotic atmosphere. In the afternoon, head to Nalati Scenic Area for some fun. Day 7: Duku Highway -> Dushanzi Grand Canyon Drive through the spectacular Duku Highway, admiring the scenery along the way. Then arrive at the Dushanzi Grand Canyon and marvel at the wonders of nature. Day 8: Karamay ✈️ Guangzhou Conclude your pleasant trip, fly back to Guangzhou from Karamay, and look forward to your next adventure! -- Some tips: - Food: Altay's lamb tenderloin pilaf is delicious and tender, don't miss it! 🍚🍖 - Local customs: In Ili, experience traditional Kazakh activities such as horse racing and wrestling, and feel the unique ethnic culture. 🐎🤼‍♂️ - February climate: The temperature in Altay and Ili is relatively low in February, so remember to bring warm clothes! ❄️🧣 - Driving precautions: When driving, pay attention to the condition of your vehicle and ensure safe driving. 🚗🔧 - Photo spots: Kanas Lake and Sayram Lake are both beautiful places to take photos. Capture your travel memories! 📸🌄 -- From Altay to Ili, the scenery along the way is incredibly beautiful. Don't forget to take photos! 📸 Looking forward to your next trip to Northern Xinjiang, where you'll discover even more surprises! 🌟
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Posted: Feb 25, 2025
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