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🗺️ Planning a deep trip from Urumqi to Kanas round trip, the biggest concern is transportation costs. This guide will break down customized vehicle costs in detail and provide a reference for private customized long-distance quotes to help you plan your budget easily.
🏞 ️ Route and Destination Details
1. Urumqi: Starting Point of the Silk Road, Transportation Hub
As the capital and transportation hub of Xinjiang, Urumqi is the arrival gateway for most tourists. It is not recommended to overlook the Diwopu International Airport, which is also the intersection of the Lanzhou-Xinjiang High-Speed Railway and multiple railway lines. The city’s transportation is convenient, providing a good starting point for a Northern Xinjiang tour.
2. Kanas: A Picturesque Scenic Spot, Beautiful in All Seasons
The Kanas Scenic Area is located in the Altay region, known for its beautiful lakes and mountains. It includes core attractions like Kanas Lake, Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay), and Guanyu Terrace. The surrounding Hemu Village and Baihaba Village attract many tourists with their pristine natural scenery and Tuva settlements.
Tour Method:Visitors must take the scenic area shuttle bus to enter the core area.
Best Season:June to September is lush green, and September to October is colorful autumn, the golden period for photography and hiking.
Notes:The altitude in the scenic area is about 1300-2000 meters, with large temperature differences between day and night. Pay attention to sun protection and warmth.
3. Urumqi ⇌ Kanas: Classic Route Overview
This route is the essence of Northern Xinjiang tourism, offering experiences of various landscapes like deserts, gobi, grasslands, forests, and lakes along the way.
Total Mileage:About 1300 kilometers round trip.
One-way Drive Time:
🗺️ Planning a deep trip from Urumqi to Kanas round trip, the biggest concern is transportation costs. This guide will break down customized vehicle costs in detail and provide a reference for private customized long-distance quotes to help you plan your budget easily.Highway + National Road:About 8-10 hours.
S21 Desert Highway:Can be shortened to about 7-8 hours.
Highlights Along the Way:S21 Desert Highway, Urho Devil City, etc.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary Reference (7-Day Kanas Loop)
This is a classic 7-day Northern Xinjiang loop, flexible based on your time and interests.
Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi
Free time after arrival to acclimate to the climate. Visit landmarks like the International Grand Bazaar or Hongshan Park, or try local cuisine.
Day 2: Urumqi → Burqin/Beitun
Head north via highway or S21 Desert Highway, enjoying the gobi scenery along the way. Arrive in Burqin in the evening, visit the night market for specialties like grilled dogfish and kvas.
Day 3: Burqin → Kanas Scenic Area
Enter the Kanas Scenic Area, take the shuttle bus to visit the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay). If time permits, climb Guanyu Terrace for a panoramic view. Stay overnight in Kanas Old Village or Jiadengyu.
Day 4: Kanas In-depth Tour
Re-enter the scenic area for deep hiking, or visit a Tuva family to experience local culture. Head to Hemu Village in the evening to enjoy the sunset and starry sky.
🏞️ Route and Destination DetailsDay 5: Hemu → Burqin/Beitun
Watch the sunrise at Haden Observation Deck in the morning, then return to Burqin. If time allows, visit Colorful Beach on the way to enjoy the sunset.
Day 6: Burqin → Urho Devil City → Karamay/Urumqi
Head to Urho Devil City to see the fantastic light and shadow of the Yadan landform at sunset. Then go to Karamay or return to Urumqi for accommodation.
Day 7: Depart from Urumqi
Arrange airport/train station drop-off based on your flight or train time, ending your Northern Xinjiang tour.
💰 Cost Explanation
1. Customized Vehicle Cost Composition
Customized vehicle costs usually include vehicle usage fee, driver service fee, fuel cost, tolls, parking fees, and basic insurance. Whether the driver’s accommodation and meal subsidy is included should be clearly stated in the contract.
2. 2026 Customized Vehicle Reference Price (Urumqi to Kanas Round Trip)
The following are daily rental reference prices for vehicles with drivers. Actual prices are affected by season, vehicle type, mileage, etc.
| Vehicle Type | Reference Price/Day/Vehicle | Applicable Scenario |
| :— | :— | :— |
1. Urumqi: Starting Point of the Silk Road, Transportation Hub| 5-Seat Economy Car/SUV | 900–1500 RMB | 2-4 people, good road conditions |
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s Guo Jing, a senior travel customizer with 10 years of experience in Xinjiang tourism, specializes in customized vehicle services, 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.
| Standard 7-Seat MPV | 1000–1800 RMB | 4-6 person small team |
| 9-Seat Converted to 7-Seat MPV | 1300–1800 RMB | 6-8 people, high comfort requirement |
| Luxury 7-Seat MPV | 1500–2400 RMB | 6-10 people, seeking high comfort |
| 15-18 Seat Minibus | 1600–2600 RMB | Teams of 10+ people |
| Mid-size Bus (13-19 Seats) | 1800–3000 RMB | Team or corporate travel |
| Large Bus (37-55 Seats) | 2800–5500 RMB | Large teams or conferences |
3. Seasonal Fluctuation
Peak Season (June-September and parts of National Day):Prices generally increase by about 30%.
Off-Season (November-March of the following year):Prices usually decrease by about 20%.
Shoulder Season (April-May, October):Base price applies.
4. Urumqi⇌Kanas 7-Day Loop Cost Estimate
Taking 4 people in a standard 7-seat MPV as an example, recommended calculation of customized vehicle cost:
As the capital and transportation hub of Xinjiang, Urumqi is the arrival gateway for most tourists. It is not recommended to overlook the Diwopu International Airport, which is also the intersection of the Lanzhou-Xinjiang High-Speed Railway and multiple railway lines. The city’s transportation is convenient, providing a good starting point for a Northern Xinjiang tour.Trip Mileage:About 1300-1500 kilometers.
Daily Vehicle Fee:Calculated at the peak season upper limit of 1800 RMB/day.
Estimated Vehicle Fee:1800 RMB/day × 7 days = 12,600 RMB/vehicle.
Per Person Vehicle Fee:12,600 RMB ÷ 4 people ≈ 3,150 RMB/person.
> Note:This is a vehicle cost estimate, excluding airfare, accommodation, tickets, etc. The final price is subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
5. “Kanas+” Long-distance Per Person Reference Price
If choosing a 10-day, 9-night long-distance product including Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, etc., the per person cost is roughly as follows:
Economy Large Group (20-25 people):About 4,500–5,200 RMB/person.
Quality Small Group (4-8 people):About 5,300–6,500 RMB/person.
High-end Group (2-4 people):About 6,800–8,000 RMB/person.
📝 Registration and Consultation
You can inquire and register for related routes through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Consultation Phone:181-3962-2229
2. Kanas: A Picturesque Scenic Spot, Beautiful in All SeasonsWeChat Consultation:181-3962-2229 (Please note “Xinjiang Customized Vehicle Inquiry” when adding)
Company Address:Please directly consult customer service for the specific address to arrange a convenient meeting point based on your itinerary.
📋 Cost and Service Explanation
1. Items Included in the Cost
Vehicle Related:Usage fee for regular operating vehicles, fuel cost, tolls, parking fees.
Driver Related:Driver service fee, statutory holiday subsidy.
Basic Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance, vehicle seat insurance.
2. Items Not Included in the Cost
Major Transportation:Round-trip airfare or train tickets to Xinjiang.
Tickets and Shuttle Buses:Tickets and shuttle bus fees for Kanas, Hemu, and other scenic areas.
Accommodation and Meals:Personal accommodation and meal costs.
Personal Expenses:Entertainment activities, consumption, etc., not mentioned in the itinerary.
3. Services and Tips
Itinerary Changes:In case of force majeure factors like weather or road conditions, both parties can negotiate itinerary changes.
Final Confirmation:All service content and cost details are subject to the formal contract signed with the travel agency.
For customized vehicle services, customization, and carpooling tours in Xinjiang in 2026, welcome to inquire (24-hour consultation hotline: 0991-8585456). Xinjiang customized travel manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for customization.

