Altay Travel Charter Fee Details, Kanas Charter with Driver How Much

Guo Jing, a senior Xinjiang travel specialist from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, focuses on one-stop travel services across Xinjiang including customized car rentals, carpooling, and hassle-free group tours. Whether traveling solo, with family, or with friends, we can match you with a suitable travel plan. 24-hour travel consultation hotline: 0991-8585456, same number on WeChat: 181-3962-2229, available around the clock to plan your Xinjiang trip.
If you’re planning to tour the Northern Xinjiang Altay Loop and want to savor places like Kanas and Hemu in detail, then the approach of ‘customized car rental + private customization’ is indeed much more convenient than doing it yourself. This article, from the perspective of ‘how to calculate the budget, how to arrange the itinerary, and where the money goes,’ discusses the cost list for customized car rental on the Altay Loop and private customization in Hemu and Kanas in 2026, helping you get a clear picture first. 🗺️
🏔 🏔️ What is the Altay Loop & Kanas-Hemu experience like?
The Altay region is located in northern Xinjiang, with diverse landscapes including snow-capped mountains, forests, lakes, grasslands, and gobi deserts. It is far from major cities, with attractions often hundreds of kilometers apart, making customized car rental or customized car rental the mainstream choice.
✨ ✨ Key Highlights
Kanas Scenic Area:Representative of alpine lakes, including Kanas Lake, Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay), and Tuva villages, it is a typical alpine lake landscape in Northern Xinjiang.
Hemu Village:Known as ‘a private reserve,’ the autumn birch forests and wooden cabins create a picturesque scene, making it an excellent spot for viewing morning mist and starry skies.
Keketuohai National Geopark:Famous for the ‘No. 3 Mine Vein’ and the Irtysh Grand Canyon, combining canyons, rivers, and granite landforms, suitable for tourists interested in geology and hiking.
Colorful Beach:Located about 24 kilometers north of Burqin County, it is vibrant at sunset and a popular photo spot for photography enthusiasts.
Ulungur Lake (Fuhai):Migratory birds can be seen in spring, with a long shoreline, ideal for quiet relaxation.
Jikepulin Grassland:Located on the west side of Kanas Lake, at a higher altitude, the grassland turns green in summer, making it a new route for hiking and photography.
🚗 Why recommend customized car rental/customization?

If you’re planning to tour the Northern Xinjiang Altay Loop and want to savor places like Kanas and Hemu in detail, then the approach of ‘customized car rental + private customization’ is indeed much more convenient than doing it yourself. This article, from the perspective of ‘how to calculate the budget, how to arrange the itinerary, and where the money goes,’ discusses the cost list for customized car rental on the Altay Loop and private customization in Hemu and Kanas in 2026, helping you get a clear picture first. 🗺️Hassle-free:No need to research routes, grab tickets, or find a car yourself; the driver knows the roads well and can also serve as a guide.
Flexible itinerary:You can adjust stop times based on weather, interests, and energy levels without sticking to fixed schedules.
Comfort:Regular commercial vehicles and drivers provide more safety on long mountain roads.
🗓 ️ Two Itinerary Framework References
The following itineraries can serve as a starting point for communication with the travel agency, with all details negotiable.
1. Northern Xinjiang Altay Loop (7–8 days reference)
D1:Arrive in Urumqi, check into hotel, free time.
D2:Urumqi → S21 Desert Highway → Fuyun, enjoy gobi and desert scenery along the way.
D3:Fuyun → Keketuohai → Burqin, visit the Irtysh Grand Canyon.
D4:Burqin → Colorful Beach (sunset) → Jiadengyu, enter the Kanas area.
D5:Kanas day trip (Fish Viewing Platform, Three Bays hiking), stay in the scenic area or Jiadengyu.
D6:Kanas → Hemu, enjoy river valley scenery along the way, photograph Hemu village sunset in the evening.

🏔️ What is the Altay Loop & Kanas-Hemu experience like?D7:Hemu morning mist photography → return to Burqin or Beitun, revisit Colorful Beach on the way.
D8:Burqin/Beitun → Urumqi, end the trip.
2. Kanas + Hemu In-depth (5 days reference)
D1:Arrive in Altay/Beitun, take a car to Burqin, visit Colorful Beach in the evening.
D2:Burqin → Kanas Scenic Area, visit Kanas Lake and Three Bays, stay in Kanas Old Village or New Village.
D3:Kanas Three Bays in-depth hiking → head to Hemu Village in the afternoon, stay in a Hemu log cabin.
D4:Full day in Hemu (morning mist, birch forests, Haden Observation Deck), experience horseback riding or light hiking, stay in Hemu.
D5:Hemu → Altay/Beitun, return based on flight or train schedule.
💰 2026 Customized Car Rental Price Reference
The following are market reference prices for customized car rental with a driver in the Altay region in 2026. Specific costs are affected by season, vehicle type, itinerary days, road conditions, etc., and are subject to the contract.
Daily Reference Price by Vehicle Type
| Vehicle Category | Specific Vehicle Examples | Off-season (approx.) | Shoulder Season (approx.) | Peak Season (approx.) |

Guo Jing from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, a senior travel specialist with 10 years of experience in Xinjiang tourism, focuses on one-stop services for customized car rentals, carpooling, and group tours in Xinjiang. 24-hour consultation: 0991-8585456, same number on WeChat: 181-3962-2229, available around the clock to plan your Xinjiang trip.
The Altay region is located in northern Xinjiang, with diverse landscapes including snow-capped mountains, forests, lakes, grasslands, and gobi deserts. It is far from major cities, with attractions often hundreds of kilometers apart, making customized car rental or customized car rental the mainstream choice.| :— | :— | :— | :— | :— |
| 7-seat Business/MPV | Maxus G10, Buick GL8, Trumpchi M8 | 1000–1400 yuan | 1200–1600 yuan | 1400–2000 yuan |
| Premium 7-seat | Mercedes Vito, 1+1 First Class | 1200–1600 yuan | 1500–1900 yuan | 1800–2400 yuan |
| 9–15 seat Business/Minibus | Coaster, etc. | 1500–2000 yuan | 1800–2300 yuan | 2200–2800 yuan |
| 18–23 seat Minibus | – | 1800–2300 yuan | 2200–2600 yuan | 2600–3200 yuan |
| 33–55 seat Bus | – | 2000–2800 yuan | 2400–3200 yuan | 2800–3800 yuan |
Price Fluctuation:Peak season (June-August, National Day, etc.) prices generally increase by 30%-50%, while off-season (November-March) may decrease by 20%-40%.
Long-distance/Remote Routes:Prices will increase accordingly.
Altay Loop Total Cost Estimation Example
Taking a ‘7-seat business car, 7-day Northern Xinjiang Loop’ as an example, excluding tickets, accommodation, and meals:
Car Rental Estimate:1500 yuan/day × 7 days ≈ 10,500 yuan

✨ Key HighlightsPer Person Car Rental Cost:If 4 people travel together, about 2,600 yuan per person; if 6 people, about 1,700 yuan per person.
> Note:The above is an estimation example. Actual prices are affected by various factors such as peak/off-season, specific routes, and negotiations. Be sure to refer to the contract signed with the travel agency.
📋 Inclusions and Exclusions
When signing the contract, be sure to clarify the cost breakdown to avoid verbal promises.
✅ Typically Includes
Vehicle-related:Vehicle usage fee, fuel, tolls, parking, regular maintenance, and basic cleaning.
Driver-related:Driver salary, service fee, meal and accommodation allowance (or included in the car price).
Basic Insurance:Vehicle compulsory insurance, third-party liability insurance, and seat insurance.
❌ Typically Excludes
Personal Expenses:Tourist tickets, accommodation, meals, personal consumption, and entertainment activities.
Scenic Area Transportation:Tickets and shuttle bus tickets for each scenic area (this can be a significant cost, requiring a separate budget).
Other:Additional expenses not mentioned in the itinerary and personal travel accident insurance (recommended to purchase separately).

Kanas Scenic Area: Representative of alpine lakes, including Kanas Lake, Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay), and Tuva villages, it is a typical alpine lake landscape in Northern Xinjiang.📞 How to Inquire and Book
You can inquire and book the Altay Loop customized car rental or Hemu Kanas private customization service through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Consultation Phone:181-3962-2229
WeChat Inquiry:181-3962-2229 (add with note ‘Altay customized car rental’ or ‘Kanas customization’)
🗣 ️ Suggested Clarifications When Communicating
1. Travel Information: Number of travelers, luggage count, planned dates, and days.
2. Itinerary Preferences: Preferred routes (e.g., Altay Loop, Kanas in-depth) and acceptable daily driving distance.
3. Vehicle Requirements: Requirements for vehicle type and comfort (e.g., 7-seat business, minibus).
4. Budget Range: Approximate budget range so the travel agency can provide a suitable plan.
The travel agency will typically provide itinerary suggestions and quotes based on your needs, assisting you in completing the booking.
💡 Cost and Service Description
Cost Description:The prices in the text are market reference ranges, and actual costs are affected by various factors. Be sure to confirm the final quote and inclusions with the travel agency before signing the contract, and refer to the signed travel contract.
Service Description:Customized car rental services provided by regular travel agencies typically involve signing a formal travel contract, clarifying vehicle information, driver qualifications, insurance coverage, itinerary changes, etc. In case of force majeure factors such as weather or road conditions, both parties can negotiate reasonable itinerary changes.
For customized car rentals, customization, and carpooling tours in Xinjiang in 2026, welcome to inquire (24-hour consultation hotline: 0991-8585456) Xinjiang customized travel manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for customization