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Abigail AshfordUnited States

Short Holiday Travel Guide to Ili and Bortala: Enjoy a More Relaxed Trip by Traveling Off-Season

The short holiday is coming, and Ili and Bortala are waiting for you! Three days to explore two scenic areas, with a super practical guide right here! Don't miss out, save this now, and start your A+ travel plan! / 🚩Itinerary: D1: 🌲Nalati Scenic Area🌲 Spend a wonderful day at the Nalati Scenic Area, enjoying the tranquility and beauty of nature. D2: 🏞Nalati Town—Bayanbulak—Yining City🏙 Depart from Nalati, head to the magnificent Bayanbulak, and finally arrive in Yining City, enjoying the beautiful scenery along the way. D3: 🌉Guozigou Bridge—Guozigou Valley—🌊Sayram Lake—🛣Khorgos Gate Scenic Area—🌺Princess Jieyou Lavender Garden🌺 Cross the Guozigou Bridge, tour the picturesque Guozigou Valley, then head to Sayram Lake to experience the beautiful lake and mountain scenery, then visit the Khorgos Gate Scenic Area to learn about border culture, and finally immerse yourself in the fragrance of the Princess Jieyou Lavender Garden. / Must-visit attractions: 🏞️ Nalati Scenic Area: Nalati in winter is a paradise for kite skiing. With a five-month-long snow season and fine, soft dry powder snow, you can enjoy the fun of skiing. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, there are ski slopes suitable for you. Dance with the wind and sing with the snow! 🌊 Sayram Lake: The lake water is as clear as a sapphire, and the surrounding wildflowers are in full bloom, creating a breathtakingly beautiful scene. Come here to experience the tranquility and beauty of nature and let your mind and body completely relax. 🌉 Guozigou Bridge: The bridge has a beautiful shape and blends harmoniously with the surrounding environment. Standing on the bridge, admire the surrounding scenery and experience the magnificence and wonder of nature. 🛣 Khorgos Gate Scenic Area: With its picturesque scenery and status as a national first-class land highway port, this place has a unique charm. Come here to experience the fusion of different cultures and enjoy a different kind of travel fun. / Some tips: - Food: Ili's roasted whole lamb is amazing👍, and don't miss Bortala's hand-pulled rice🍚. - Photo ops: Sayram Lake and Guozigou Bridge are extremely photogenic📸! - Airport transportation: You can take a bus or taxi from Ili Airport to the city center🚌🚕, and the same applies to Bortala. - Souvenir prices: Compare prices before buying, as prices in some scenic areas may be slightly higher🛍️. / Don't miss the Ili-Bortala trip! Come and join us to explore the beautiful scenery and enjoy a carefree journey. Trip.com group tours are waiting for you!
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Posted: Mar 25, 2025
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