Quotation for Private Car Rental in Kanas Including Transfer, Clear Cost Breakdown and Recommended Itinerary Prices
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation.
Icon prefix:🚗✨【In-depth Travel Guide to Kanas with Custom Vehicle and Round-Trip Transfers】✨🚗
I. Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination: Kanas – The ‘Pearl’ of Northern Xinjiang’s Natural Scenery
The Kanas Scenic Area, located in the northern part of Burqin County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang, is a nature reserve integrating mountains, lakes, forests, and grasslands, known as the ‘Pure Land on Earth.’ The scenery varies with the seasons:In spring, the mountains are ablaze with flowers; in summer, everything is lush and green; in autumn, the forests are ablaze with color; and in winter, the landscape is covered in snow. Key attractions include:
Kanas Lake:A mountain lake at an altitude of 1,374 meters, its waters change colors with the seasons, displaying shades of blue, green, and milky white. The legend of the lake monster adds to its mysterious allure.
Guanyu Platform:Climb high to overlook the panoramic view of Kanas Lake, offering an excellent vantage point for capturing the legend of the ‘lake monster.’
The Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay):Three iconic river bends along the Kanas River, offering picturesque views when shrouded in morning mist.
Tuva Villages:Hemu Village and Baihaba Village are inhabited by the Tuva people, where wooden houses, cooking smoke, and herds create a picturesque scene of primitive life.
Surrounding Extended Attractions:Colorful Beach (Yadan landform), Urho Devil City (wind-eroded landform), Nalati Grassland (aerial grassland), and Duku Highway (seasonal opening).
II. Simple Itinerary Reference (Example: 5 Days and 4 Nights)
Day 1:Urumqi → Burqin (approximately 650 kilometers, 7-hour drive)
Highlights:Pass by the Karamay Oil Field, arrive in Burqin County in the evening, and taste local specialties like dogfish and kvass.
Icon prefix: 🚗✨【In-depth Travel Guide to Kanas with Custom Vehicle and Round-Trip Transfers】✨🚗Accommodation:Economy hotel in Burqin (including driver’s room).
Day 2:Burqin → Kanas Scenic Area (approximately 140 kilometers, 2.5-hour drive)
Highlights:Spend the whole day visiting Kanas Lake, Guanyu Platform, and the Three Bays. It is recommended to stay in a wooden house inside the scenic area for convenient morning mist photography the next day.
Accommodation:Standard room in a wooden house inside the Kanas Scenic Area (advance booking required).
Day 3:Kanas → Hemu Village (approximately 70 kilometers, 2-hour drive)
Highlights:Continue exploring Kanas in the morning, then head to Hemu Village in the afternoon to experience Tuva life. In the evening, climb the Hadeng Platform to watch the sunset.
Accommodation:Standard room in a wooden house in Hemu Village.
Day 4:Hemu → Urho Devil City (approximately 380 kilometers, 5-hour drive)
Highlights:Capture the morning mist in Hemu in the early morning, then drive to Urho in the afternoon to explore the Devil City at sunset.
Accommodation:Economy hotel in Urho.
Day 5:Urho → Urumqi (approximately 400 kilometers, 5-hour drive)
Highlights:On the return trip, you can stop in Karamay or Shihezi, with flexible changes based on time.
I. Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination: Kanas – The ‘Pearl’ of Northern Xinjiang’s Natural SceneryIII. Price Description (Reference Range for 2026, Subject to Contract)
Custom vehicle costs vary based on vehicle type, season, and route. The following are prices for common vehicle types including specified items in the itinerary (including driver, fuel, tolls, and insurance):
5-Seater Economy Car/SUV:
Off-season (November-April):600-800 RMB/day
Regular season (May, September-October):800-1000 RMB/day
Peak season (June-August, National Day):1000-1500 RMB/day
7-Seater Business Vehicle (Buick GL8, Maxus G10, etc.):
Off-season:800-1200 RMB/day
Regular season:1200-1500 RMB/day
Peak season:1500-2300 RMB/day
12-19 Seater Medium Bus (Toyota Coaster, etc.):
Off-season:1200-1800 RMB/day
The Kanas Scenic Area, located in the northern part of Burqin County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang, is a nature reserve integrating mountains, lakes, forests, and grasslands, known as the ‘Pure Land on Earth.’ The scenery varies with the seasons: in spring, the mountains are ablaze with flowers; in summer, everything is lush and green; in autumn, the forests are ablaze with color; and in winter, the landscape is covered in snow. Key attractions include:Regular season:1800-2200 RMB/day
Peak season:2200-3500 RMB/day
33-50 Seater Luxury Bus:
Off-season:2500-2800 RMB/day
Regular season:3000-3500 RMB/day
Peak season:3500-5000 RMB/day
IV. Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for specific itineraries, vehicle types, and schedules.
V. Cost Description and Service Description
Costs Include:
Vehicle usage fee, driver’s labor fee, fuel fee, toll fee, and parking fee.
Kanas Lake: A mountain lake at an altitude of 1,374 meters, its waters change colors with the seasons, displaying shades of blue, green, and milky white. The legend of the lake monster adds to its mysterious allure. Basic insurance (compulsory traffic insurance, commercial insurance, third-party liability insurance ≥ 2 million RMB, seat insurance ≥ 500,000 RMB/seat).
Costs Do Not Include:
Driver’s accommodation and meal allowances (usually 150-200 RMB/day or accommodation covered by tourists).
Scenic area admission tickets, shuttle bus tickets, accommodation fees, meal fees, and personal expenses.
Service Standards:
Provide formal tourism operation vehicles with drivers having over 5 years of driving experience.
Free itinerary planning, scenic area transfers, and daily inspections.
24-hour emergency rescue and provision of a backup vehicle in case of vehicle breakdown.
Notes:
During peak season (June-August, National Day), vehicles should be booked 15 days in advance to avoid scheduling conflicts.
Shuttle bus tickets inside the Kanas Scenic Area are 230 RMB/person (round-trip) and must be purchased separately.
Driver’s accommodation arrangements should be negotiated in advance, and standards should be clarified when signing the contract.
Guanyu Platform: Climb high to overlook the panoramic view of Kanas Lake, offering an excellent vantage point for capturing the legend of the ‘lake monster.’VI. Frequently Asked Questions
Q:Does the custom vehicle cost include the driver’s accommodation and meals?
A:Usually not included. The driver should be given an allowance of 150-200 RMB/day, or accommodation should be covered by the tourists (about 100-150 RMB/night for a driver’s room inside the scenic area).
Q:Can the itinerary be changed?
A:The itinerary can be reasonably changed by mutual agreement, such as adding Nalati Grassland or Duku Highway (subject to confirmation of opening times).
Q:How can rights be protected?
A:Sign a unified electronic contract for national tourism service supervision, clarifying vehicle type, costs, insurance, and the rights and responsibilities of both parties.
VII. Warm Tips
Autumn in Kanas (late September-early October) is peak season with dense tourists, so it is advisable to travel off-peak.
There is a large temperature difference between day and night in the mountainous area, so warm clothing and sun protection items should be carried.
Respect the local customs and habits of various ethnic groups and do not take close-up photos of people without permission.
🌄✨ 【Conclusion】✨🌄
The natural beauty and cultural charm of Kanas can only be truly appreciated through personal experience. Choosing a formal travel agency, signing a detailed contract, and planning the itinerary in advance are key to enjoying the journey. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency will provide you with worry-free custom vehicle services to ensure your trip to Northern Xinjiang is unforgettable!
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation.

