[2025 Xinyuan Stay] Travel Guide for Xinyi Self-driving Camp Nalati East gate (Updated Jun)

Living in the Wind of Nalati, Turning Days into Prose Poetry A journey to Nalati feels like a tender rendezvous with the wilderness, and Xinyi Self-Driving Camp is the coziest pit stop along the way, bringing the romance of "living within the scenery" right before your eyes. ### I. Wander Nalati at Your Own Pace **(1) Self-Driving Adventure: Sky Grassland Route** Snagging a self-driving ticket for ¥300 is totally worth it! Arrive at the viral bridge by 8 a.m. to avoid the two-hour afternoon queues. At the Nomadic Family spot, follow the stream for ten minutes to stumble upon a sea of yellow wildflowers—no crowds, just endless photo ops with desktop-worthy, breathtaking views. **(2) Horseback Riding: Valley Grassland Route** This is the go-to for horseback riding! From Tawusani to the Ancient Wusun Ruins and then to the Forest Park, negotiate the rate—¥200 for three hours (originally ¥80/hour). Stop by Tianjie Terrace for a bird’s-eye view of the S-curved grassland road; catch the sunset at Tianying Terrace as the golden mountains melt into warm hues (bring an extra layer!); and find the lone tree at Wolta Jiaota for photos with a dreamy, wedding-worthy vibe. ### II. At the Camp, Embrace the Wild Nestled in the folds of Nalati Scenic Area, the camp sits right between the Forest Park and Valley Grassland. Open your window, and the vast grassland rushes in—spruce forests stand like silent sentinels along the horizon, with blue skies and white clouds as the backdrop. Mornings begin with birdsong; evenings gift golden-edged sunsets; and nights offer starry skies so close you could pluck them from your courtyard lounge chair. The rustling grassland wind quietly dissolves urban fatigue and anxiety. My stay at B03—a private, single-story cottage with its own yard—was pure bliss. Munching on camp-cut watermelon under the stars, the sweet breeze made me wish time would pause. The room had every thoughtful touch: disposable toilet covers, heaters, a bathtub, and plush bedding for deep sleep. For campers, the site provides tents, canopies, and furniture—effortless immersion in nature. RV travelers will also find their slice of paradise here. ### III. Handy Travel Tips • **Self-driving tickets**: Book 7 days in advance via "Zhiyou Nalati"—only 300 slots daily. Set that alarm! • **Viral bridge**: Skip long lines; head 200m downstream for clearer water and fewer people—better photos, less hassle. • **Sun protection**: Grassland UV is fierce. Pack extra sunscreen for drone shots and horseback rides—don’t let burns ruin the fun. Fall asleep under the stars at camp, chase adventures by day, and clutch Nalati’s wild romance tight. If you’re planning a trip, try this "live in the scenery, play in the wild" freedom—you might just find your days turning into prose poetry too.

🎫 Nalati Scenic Area Ticket ✅ Self-driving tour does not need to queue, the route tested reliable without stepping on any pitfalls, just copy the homework! 🚫 Drones must be registered at the Tourist Service Center and the police station in the scenic area 🚫 Self-driving drivers must have more than 3 years of driving experience 🔘 Transportation Strategy → Nalati Town: 55 kilometers away, 1-hour drive Xinyuan County→Nalati West Gate: 105 kilometers away, 70-minute drive Yining City→Nalati West Gate: 270 kilometers away, 3-hour drive Gongliu County→Nalati West Gate: 200 kilometers away, 2-hour drive Nalati Town→Nalati West Gate: 20 kilometers away, 30-minute drive 🔘 Ticket Information 🕓 Opening hours: 9:30 am to 8:00 pm, stop selling tickets at 7:00 pm, ⚠️ the ticket is valid for 48 hours and allows multiple entries into the scenic area Ticket cost: 💰95 yuan/person | Air Grassland 40 yuan | Valley Grassland 24 yuan | Snow Lotus Valley 60 yuan | Panlong Valley Road 40 yuan | Self-driving car ticket 300 yuan 👉🏻 'Smart Travel Nalati' app ✅ Highly recommend self-driving, as shuttle buses require queuing and waiting. 🔘 Shuttle Bus Routes 🔺 Air Grassland shuttle: 40 yuan/person Round trip 45km, about 3.5h Route: Tourist Center—Sky Platform—Air Grassland route—Nomad's Home round trip 🔺 Valley Grassland shuttle: 24 yuan/person Round trip 36km, about 1.5h Route: Tourist Center—Grassland Tribe—Tawusani—Usun Relics—Yitigen Sai—Forest Park—Racecourse—Resort round trip 🔺 Snow Lotus Valley shuttle: 60 yuan/person Round trip 36km, about 1.5h Route: Nomad's Home—Tiancheng Platform—Snow Lotus Valley 🔺 Panlong Valley Road shuttle: 40 yuan/person Round trip 37km, about 3h Route: Tourist Center—Grassland Tribe—Tawusani—Usun Relics—Yitigen Sai: Transfer—Fortune Turn—Jiaolong Out of the Sea—Woniugang—Racecourse—Resort 🔺 Woltaji Shuttle: 120 yuan/person Round trip 30km, about 2h Route: Resort—Panlong Pine Junction—Green Yuanbao—Woltaji ✅ If time is limited, recommend the Air Grassland and Valley Grassland routes 🔘 Strategy to Avoid Crowds 🔺 Morning Play: Enter the scenic area as the first batch in the morning and take the first shuttle to the Air Grassland, with the last stop at the Shepherd's Home After getting off, head straight to the Internet-famous bridge, which is especially photogenic in the morning 🔺 Afternoon Play: Re-enter the scenic area around 15:30, by which time most tour groups have left, avoiding queues, and choose the direction of Panlong Valley, recommended to go by self-driving. In the Valley Grassland area, you can see herders driving large herds of cattle and sheep. Around 8 o'clock, waiting for the shuttle bus to leave, you can catch the beautiful sunset. 🔘 Accommodation 🔺 Inside the scenic area 🔹 Muxing Valley Starry Sky Hotel 🔹 YU Nalati 🔹 Xinyi Self-driving Camp 🔹 Jinling Villa 🔹 Nalati Bairui Lin Yin Hotel 🔺 Outside the scenic area 🔹 At the entrance of the scenic area: Nalati Wenlv Resort Hotel

Nalati Xinyi has a woodland behind the camp and a small stream. I don't know where I am so good. I have to walk on horseback for a few days. Shouldn't I stumble on the bed and fight against the quilt? There are a lot of wild celery, wild berberine, and various mushrooms. There are also boys who pick mushrooms. The cold water fish in the mountains is very tasty, the strips are small and it is a little difficult to fish. I stepped on the ice water to catch the fish, this is sour, everyone can come and feel.