Ili Family Fun Tour

Ili Family Fun Journey

Grasslands, Lakes & Folk Culture — a Relaxing Holiday for the Whole Family

3 Days 2 NightsIli900 – 1,260 USD

3Days

2Nights

1Destinations

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Family-FriendlyRelaxed PaceFamily ActivitiesNature Education

Overview

Trip Overview

Ili's grasslands and lakes are the best natural classroom for kids. This family-friendly itinerary is gently paced, featuring grassland horse riding,牧民 home visits and hands-on crafts, letting children learn about Xinjiang through play while parents relax.

Highlights

Trip Highlights

✓Family horseback riding on the Nalati Grassland with a professional groom
✓Visit a Kazakh herder family — milk a cow and feed a lamb
✓Family hike by Sayram Lake, searching for wildflowers and stones
✓Handmade ice cream workshop in Kazanqi, Yining
✓Learn to make naan and yogurt with a Uyghur family
✓Stay in family-friendly hotels, with a relaxed pace and no rushing

Day-by-day

Day-by-day Itinerary

1DAYIli

Day 1 Arrive in Yining, Handicraft Experience in Kazanqi

BreakfastNot included · Please arrange on your own

MorningArrive in Yining, meet at the station and transfer to the hotel for check-in and rest.

LunchIncluded · Local restaurant in Yining · Included

AfternoonExplore the Kazanqi Folk Culture Area, take a horse-drawn carriage, and try making handmade ice cream.

DinnerIncluded · Local specialty restaurant in Yining · Included

EveningEnjoy a welcome dinner in downtown Yining with local dishes suitable for children, then return to the hotel.

TransportTour bus / business vanStay4-star family hotel in downtown Yining

2DAYIli

Day 2 Family Time on the Nalati Grassland

BreakfastIncluded · In the hotel · Included

MorningAfter breakfast, drive to the Nalati Grassland (about 3.5 hours), enjoying the river valley scenery along the way.

LunchIncluded · Restaurant in Nalati Town · Included

AfternoonUpon arrival, enjoy family horseback riding (accompanied by a professional groom), visit a Kazakh herder family, milk a cow and feed a lamb.

DinnerIncluded · Restaurant in Nalati Town · Included

EveningReturn to Nalati Town, check in at the hotel, and enjoy a grassland dinner.

TransportTour bus / shuttle busStay4-star family hotel in Nalati Town

3DAYIli

Day 3 Nature Exploration at Sayram Lake, Departure

BreakfastIncluded · In the hotel · Included

MorningAfter breakfast, drive to Sayram Lake (about 4 hours), passing the Guozigou Bridge along the way.

LunchIncluded · Restaurant in Sayram Lake Scenic Area · Included

AfternoonTake a family hike by Sayram Lake, search for wildflowers and stones, and take family photos.

DinnerNot included · Please arrange on your own

EveningAfter the visit, transfer to Yining Airport or Railway Station to end the pleasant journey.

TransportTour bus / business vanStayNone

Hotels

Hotel Reference

Destination	Hotel	Rating	Room type	Nights
Ili	4-star family hotel in downtown Yining	4-diamond	Standard Twin Room	1 night
Ili	4-diamond family-friendly hotel in Nalati Town	4-diamond	Standard Twin Room	1 night

Activities

Recommended Activities

Nalati Grassland

One of the world's four great grasslands, ideal for family horseback riding and visits to herder families.

Sayram Lake

An alpine lake with lakeside trails perfect for family hiking and nature exploration.

Kazanqi Folk Tourism Area

A colorful neighborhood in Yining where you can try making handmade ice cream.

Add-ons

Add-on Services

Item	Destination	Details	Currency	Fee	Remark
Family Horseback Riding Experience	Ili	30 minutes of horseback riding accompanied by a professional groom	CNY	Price upon request	Suitable for children aged 5 and above
Herder Family Visit	Ili	Family activities such as milking cows and feeding lambs	CNY	Price upon request	Reservation required

Included / Not included

Pricing

Included

Air-conditioned tour bus throughout the trip
Hotel accommodation listed in the itinerary (breakfast included)
Meals listed in the itinerary (5 main meals)
Chinese-speaking guide service
First entrance tickets to attractions and family experience activities
Travel agency liability insurance

Not Included

Transportation to and from Ili
Meals not listed in the itinerary
Personal expenses and gratuities
Optional experience activities
Additional expenses due to force majeure
Travel accident insurance

Notes

Good to Know

The pace of the family itinerary can be adjusted according to your child's age; please inform us in advance.
Please pay attention to safety during grassland activities and follow the staff's instructions.
The order of the itinerary may be adjusted due to weather, but the attractions will not be reduced.

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