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🚐 If you are planning a trip to Altay and want to take the ‘Kanas + Hemu’ route but don’t want to drive yourself, hiring a local veteran driver familiar with the road conditions for customized car rental will save you a lot of hassle. This guide breaks it down in detail from the perspective of ‘how to choose a driver and arrange the itinerary for your first customized car rental to Kanas and Hemu.’
🗺 ️ Detailed Explanation of Routes and Destinations
1. Altay: Transportation Hub of Northern Xinjiang
Altay Prefecture, located in northern Xinjiang, is an important gateway to scenic spots like Kanas and Hemu. It is not only a transportation hub but also boasts rich ice and snow resources such as the Jiangjunshan Ski Resort, making it suitable as a starting point or transit stop for the trip.
2. Kanas: Alpine Lakes and Primeval Forests
The Kanas Scenic Area is a national 5A-level scenic spot, integrating glaciers, lakes, forests, and grasslands.
Kanas Lake:The lake water changes color with light and weather, earning it the nickname ‘Color-Changing Lake.’
Three Bays:Shenxian Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay are must-see highlights. You can hike along the boardwalk to enjoy the river valley and forest sea.
Guanyu Terrace:You need to climb about a thousand steps to reach this excellent vantage point for a panoramic view of Kanas Lake.
3. Hemu: The Fairy Tale Village of the Tuva People
Hemu Village is a settlement of the Tuva people deep in the Altai Mountains, famous for its primitive wooden houses, birch forests, and Tuva culture.
🚐 If you are planning a trip to Altay and want to take the ‘Kanas + Hemu’ route but don’t want to drive yourself, hiring a local veteran driver familiar with the road conditions for customized car rental will save you a lot of hassle. This guide breaks it down in detail from the perspective of ‘how to choose a driver and arrange the itinerary for your first customized car rental to Kanas and Hemu.’Hemu Bridge and Birch Forest:Classic photo spots, especially in autumn when the forests are ablaze with color.
Haden Observation Deck:A popular spot to watch the morning mist and sunrise over Hemu.
Jikepulin Ski Resort:A popular winter skiing destination offering a variety of slopes.
4. Baihaba: A Peaceful Mountain Village on the Border
Baihaba Village is located near the boundary river between China and Kazakhstan, known as ‘China’s First Western Village.’ It feels more primitive and tranquil than Hemu, with Tuva wooden houses, the boundary river, and birch forests forming a beautiful picture. You need to apply for a ‘Border Management Area Pass’ to visit Baihaba.
5. Scenery Along the Way: Burqin and Colorful Beach
Burqin:A small town full of fairy-tale charm, worth visiting for the sunset along the Irtysh River.
Colorful Beach:Located on the north bank of the Irtysh River, it is a typical Yadan landform. At sunset, the colorful rock layers on the riverbank contrast sharply with the oasis and desert on the south bank, creating a magnificent scene.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary Reference
Option 1:5-Day 4-Night Classic Loop
Day 1:Arrive in Altay
🗺️ Detailed Explanation of Routes and DestinationsArrive in Altay, the driver picks you up from the airport/train station and takes you to the hotel. If time permits, take a walk in the Birch Forest Park or enjoy local cuisine in the city.
Day 2:Altay → Burqin → Kanas
Drive along the S232 provincial road to Burqin, enjoying the ‘Thousand-Mile Gallery’ scenery. Arrive near the Kanas Scenic Area in the evening for accommodation.
Day 3:Full-Day In-Depth Tour of Kanas
In the morning, take the shuttle bus to visit Kanas Lake and the Three Bays; in the afternoon, you can climb Guanyu Terrace for a panoramic view. In the evening, enjoy a Tuva song and dance performance (subject to scenic area arrangements).
Day 4:Kanas → Hemu
In the morning, depart from Kanas to Hemu, enjoying the valley scenery along the way. Arrive at Hemu Village in the afternoon, explore freely, and photograph the wooden houses and birch forests.
Day 5:Hemu Morning Mist → Return to Altay
Go to Haden Observation Deck early in the morning to watch the sunrise and morning mist. After breakfast, drive back to Altay to end the trip.
Option 2:4-Day 3-Night Simplified Kanas + Hemu Version
Day 1:Altay → Burqin → Hemu
1. Altay: Transportation Hub of Northern XinjiangDrive along the Altay-Burqin-Hemu route, arriving at Hemu Village in the evening to enjoy the river valley and wooden house scenery.
Day 2:Hemu → Kanas
Photograph the morning mist in Hemu early in the morning, then head to Kanas after breakfast. In the afternoon, visit Kanas Lake and the Three Bays; if time permits, climb Guanyu Terrace.
Day 3:Kanas → Burqin/Beitun
In the morning, re-enter the Kanas Scenic Area (e.g., hike the Three Bays), then return to Burqin or Beitun for accommodation in the afternoon.
Day 4:Burqin/Beitun → Altay
After breakfast, return to Altay. On the way, you can stop at Colorful Beach (best during summer sunset), then head to the airport/train station.
No worries about exploring northern and southern Xinjiang. Professional customized car rental for free travel. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency landline hotline: 0991-8866234, exclusive customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (WeChat same number, can be added).
Option 3:6-Day 5-Night In-Depth Experience Version
Based on the 5-day classic loop, you can add a day to visit Baihaba Village for a more primitive border mountain village experience (need to apply for a pass in advance), or add a day for Jikepulin skiing in winter to enrich the ice and snow experience.
💰 Price Explanation
1. Public Transport Reference Prices (2026)
The following are common carpool/customized car rental reference prices in the Altay area. Actual prices may vary due to season, number of people, etc.:
Altay Prefecture, located in northern Xinjiang, is an important gateway to scenic spots like Kanas and Hemu. It is not only a transportation hub but also boasts rich ice and snow resources such as the Jiangjunshan Ski Resort, making it suitable as a starting point or transit stop for the trip.Airport ⇋ Ski Resort:Carpool about 20 yuan/person
Altay ⇋ Hemu/Kanas/Baihaba:Carpool about 300 yuan/person
Hemu ⇋ Kanas:Carpool about 200 yuan/person
5-Seater Car (Altay⇋Hemu):Customized car rental about 1200 yuan
7-Seater Car (Altay⇋Hemu):Customized car rental about 1800 yuan
2. Group Tour/Small Group Tour Reference Prices (Winter 2026)
Taking a 6-day winter carpool small group tour as an example, the price range is roughly as follows (recommended for reference):
October 28 – November 10:About 1799 yuan/person
November 11 – November 30:About 2099 yuan/person
December 1 – December 26:About 2199 yuan/person
December 27 – January 2:About 2699 yuan/person
2. Kanas: Alpine Lakes and Primeval ForestsJanuary 3 – February 10:About 2199 yuan/person
February 11 – February 19:About 3699 yuan/person
February 20 – March 14:About 2199 yuan/person
> Warm Tips:The above prices are for reference only. Actual costs may vary due to travel dates, number of people, accommodation standards, etc. Please refer to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for specific prices.
📞 Registration and Consultation
If you need to customize the ‘Altay + Kanas + Hemu’ route, you can contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for consultation and registration.
Consultation Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2233
> The travel agency can help confirm routes, schedules, vehicles, and accommodation, and remind you to bring valid documents, warm clothing, and other personal items.
📝 Fee and Service Explanation
Included Items
Transportation:Customized car rental fees as agreed in the itinerary (including fuel, tolls, etc.).
The Kanas Scenic Area is a national 5A-level scenic spot, integrating glaciers, lakes, forests, and grasslands.Accommodation:Hotel or wooden house accommodation as listed in the itinerary (room type as per contract).
Tickets:Some products may include tickets and shuttle bus tickets for Kanas, Hemu, and other scenic spots (subject to product description).
Service:Driver service fee and travel agency liability insurance, etc.
Excluded Items
Major Transportation:Round-trip air tickets, train tickets to Altay, etc.
Meals:Lunches and dinners during the trip and personal expenses (e.g., drinks, snacks).
Others:Entertainment activities not mentioned in the itinerary, self-funded activities, and additional costs due to force majeure.
Service Description
Driver:Usually an experienced local driver familiar with road conditions and scenic area situations.
Vehicle:Regular commercial vehicle in good condition, equipped with snow tires in some seasons.
Itinerary Changes:In case of force majeure factors like weather or road conditions, both parties can negotiate reasonable changes to the itinerary.
Room Sharing:For solo travelers, the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing; if not possible, a single supplement is required.
> Important Note:All fees and service details are subject to the formal contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
For Xinjiang travel, choose Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Customized car rental travel is worry-free and reliable. Landline number: 0991-8866234. Customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233.
