"Huocheng Lavender Fields · Romantic One-Day Tour"

3-Day Travel Guide for Huocheng Lavender Fields in Yili, Xinjiang (Day 1)

📍 Destination: Huocheng Lavender Fields
📅 Best Time: Mid-June to mid-July (peak bloom season, the purple sea of flowers is most spectacular)

🚗 Day 1 Itinerary: In-Depth Tour of Huocheng Lavender Fields
🌄 Morning: Visit Princess Worry-Free Lavender Farm
- Address: Sigong Village, Luchaogou Town, Huocheng County, Yili, Xinjiang
- Ticket: ¥35/person (free during certain periods)
- Highlights:
✅ Photo opportunities: The lavender fields are terraced on hillsides, offering strong visual layers, perfect for panoramic shots
✅ Lavender Museum: Learn about lavender cultivation and essential oil production
✅ Observation Deck: Climb to enjoy a breathtaking view of the purple flower sea and the Tianshan Mountains

🍽 Lunch Recommendations:
- Try Xinjiang specialties at nearby farmhouse restaurants, such as pilaf and baked buns

🌇 Afternoon: Huanghuang Village Lavender River (a hidden gem)
- Address: Back mountain of Sigong Village, Luchaogou Town, Huocheng County
- Features:
✅ Lavender River: Lavender planted along a stream forms a dreamy purple "river"
✅ Free photo spots (some areas charge ¥10/person)

🌅 Evening: Sunset photography in the lavender fields
- Best Time: Around 21:00 (sunset is late in Xinjiang)
- Outfit Tips: White or light-colored long dresses paired with a straw hat for better photos

🏡 Accommodation Recommendations: Lavender-themed homestays
- Huanghuang Manor (surrounded by flower fields, with a rooftop view of the Tianshan Mountains)
- Meet·Xiangye Homestay (stargazing on the terrace, lulled to sleep by the scent of lavender)

📌 Travel Tips:
1. Sun and mosquito protection: Xinjiang has strong UV rays—bring sunscreen and a sunhat. The lavender fields have many mosquitoes, so insect repellent is recommended.
2. Transportation:
- Self-drive: About 1.5 hours from Yining.
- Private/chartered car: Suitable for non-drivers, around ¥200/day.
3. Off-peak visits: Mornings or evenings are less crowded, with softer light for better photos.

💜 Lavender Flower Language: Awaiting love—may your journey be filled with romance and beauty!

(The next 2 days can include visits to Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland. Let us know if you'd like the full 3-day itinerary~)