How much does it cost to travel to Ili
Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture is located in northwest Xinjiang and attracts many tourists with its magnificent natural scenery and unique national culture. Recently, tourism in Yili has become a hot topic, and many netizens are searching for "How much does it cost to travel to Yili". This article will combine the hot topics and hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the cost of Yili tourism and provide structured data reference.
1. Popular tourist attractions and fees in Yili

Based on recent search data, the following attractions are the most popular tourist destinations in Ili:
| Attraction name | Ticket price (yuan) | Recommended play time |
|---|---|---|
| Nalati Grassland | 95 | 1 day |
| Kalajun Grassland | 140 | 1 day |
| Sailimu Lake | 70 | half a day |
| Guozigou Bridge | free | 2 hours |
| Horgos Port | 30 | half a day |
2. Transportation cost analysis
The main modes of transportation to travel to Yili include airplane, train and self-driving. The following is the cost reference for recent popular transportation modes:
| Transportation | starting point | One-way fare (yuan) | Time consuming |
|---|---|---|---|
| airplane | Beijing | 1200-1800 | 4 hours |
| airplane | Shanghai | 1500-2000 | 5 hours |
| train | Urumqi | 80-150 | 5-6 hours |
| Self drive | Urumqi | Fuel cost is about 300 | 6-7 hours |
3. Accommodation fee reference
Accommodation options in Yili range from budget to luxury. The following are the price ranges for recently popular accommodation types:
| Accommodation type | Price range (yuan/night) | Recommended area |
|---|---|---|
| youth hostel | 50-100 | Yining City |
| Budget hotel | 150-300 | County centers |
| Mid-range hotel | 300-600 | Nalati Town |
| luxury hotel | 800-1500 | tex county |
| Special B&B | 400-1000 | Surrounding grassland scenic area |
4. Estimation of catering expenses
The food in Yili is mainly Xinjiang specialties and the prices are relatively affordable. The following is a reference for food and beverage costs:
| Catering type | Per capita consumption (yuan) | Recommended food |
|---|---|---|
| breakfast | 10-20 | Naan, milk tea |
| lunch | 30-50 | Hand-made rice and noodles |
| dinner | 50-100 | Roasted whole lamb, large plate of chicken |
| Snacks | 10-30 | Baked buns, yogurt |
5. Total cost budget
Based on the above analysis, the costs for a 5-day and 4-night Yili travel itinerary for different budget levels are as follows:
| budget bracket | transportation | Accommodation | Catering | Tickets | total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economical | 800 | 600 | 400 | 300 | 2100 |
| Comfortable | 1500 | 1200 | 800 | 400 | 3900 |
| Deluxe | 3000 | 3000 | 1500 | 500 | 8000 |
6. Tips for saving money
1. Choose to travel in the off-season (April-May or September-October), where air tickets and accommodation prices are lower;
2. Book air tickets and hotels in advance to usually enjoy discounts;
3. Purchase combined tickets for scenic spots, and some scenic spots offer discounted tickets;
4. Choose local specialty snacks to experience delicious food and save money;
5. Travel together and share transportation and accommodation costs.
7. Recent popular activities
According to the Internet hot spots in the past 10 days, the following activities in Yili have attracted much attention:
1. Nalati Grassland Music Festival (mid-July, tickets start at 200 yuan);
2. Cycling activity around Sailimu Lake (free to participate in August);
3. Kazakh traditional sheep-catching competition (irregular, free to watch);
4. Ili Lavender Festival (June-July, ticket 60 yuan).
To sum up, the cost of traveling to Yili varies greatly depending on personal choice and budget. Generally, the per capita cost of a 5-day trip is between 2,000-8,000 yuan. It is recommended to plan in advance and arrange your itinerary reasonably so that you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Ili and control your travel expenses.
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