2026 Altay Private Car Rental 9 Day Cultural Tour to Explore Ancient Rock Art Sites and Interpret Prehistoric Cultural Imprints Complete Pricing Details and Recommended Itinerary
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
Star Exploration:2026 Altay 9-Day Humanities Tour: A Journey Through Time to Trace Ancient Rock Art
I. Core Value of the Itinerary: When Natural Wonders Meet Human Civilization
The Altay region is not only a masterpiece of northern Xinjiang’s landscapes but also harbors a treasure trove of rock art spanning tens of thousands of years. This 9-day humanities tour uses “rock art interpretation” as a clue, connecting natural landscapes such as Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and Koktokay with cultural landmarks like the Altai Mountain rock art group and the Duolangte rock art site. Accompanied by professional archaeologists, you will uncover the secrets of prehistoric human life. The itinerary specially includes a “rock art photography” session, where you can capture the dialogue between rock art, snow-capped mountains, and grasslands under the guidance of a professional photographer.
II. In-Depth Itinerary Analysis (2026 Field Implementation Version)
[Daily Key Arrangements]
Day 1:Gathering in Urumqi · Cultural Preparation Class
Afternoon:Guided tour of the “Silk Road Rock Art Special Exhibition” at the Xinjiang Museum (currently open from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM, closed on Mondays)
Evening:Lecture on “Decoding Altai Mountain Rock Art” by an invited archaeologist, with distribution of customized “Rock Art Site Distribution Maps”
Day 2:Urumqi → Fuyun County (approximately 5-hour drive)
Morning:Traverse the Gurbantunggut Desert and observe desert vegetation ecology
Afternoon:Visit the Koktokay Geological Museum (currently displaying over 3,000 mineral specimens)
Special Experience:Geological expert leads identification of rare metal minerals in Mine No. 3
Day 3:Fuyun → Qinghe County (approximately 4-hour drive)
Core Exploration:Duolangte Rock Art Site (newly discovered area in 2026)
Professional Operation:Use 3D scanners to record rock art details and establish digital archives
Academic Support:Rock art research expert interprets hunting and ritual scenes on-site
Star Exploration: 2026 Altay 9-Day Humanities Tour: A Journey Through Time to Trace Ancient Rock ArtDay 4:Qinghe → Fuhai County (approximately 3.5-hour drive)
Cultural Comparison:Visit the Ulungur Lake Fishing and Hunting Culture Museum
Natural Observation:Record the light and shadow changes of the “Devil’s City on the Sea” yardang landform at dusk
Day 5:Fuhai → Burqin County (approximately 2.5-hour drive)
Ecological Classroom:Conduct water quality testing experiments by the Irtysh River
Cultural Experience:Visit a Tuvan family and learn to make the “Chuwuer” grass flute
Day 6:Burqin → Kanas (approximately 3-hour drive)
Core Itinerary:
07:00 AM Ascend Guanyu Platform to photograph the panoramic view of Kanas Lake
10:00 AM Hike the Sanwan Boardwalk (from Crescent Bay to Wolong Bay)
03:00 PM Visit the Baihaba rock art site (border pass required in advance)
Special Arrangement:Astrophotography teaching to capture the Milky Way alongside rock art
Day 7:Kanas → Hemu Village (approximately 1.5-hour drive)
In-Depth Experience:
06:00 AM Photograph Hemu Village in morning mist from Haden Platform
10:00 AM Participate in the “rock art rubbing” intangible cultural heritage workshop
02:00 PM Horseback ride through birch forests to search for undisclosed rock art sites
I. Core Value of the Itinerary: When Natural Wonders Meet Human CivilizationDay 8:Hemu → Beitun City (approximately 4-hour drive)
Cultural Extension:Visit the 184th Regiment Reclamation Museum
Natural Education:Observe migratory birds at the Ulungur River wetland
Day 9:Beitun → Urumqi (flight transfer)
Achievement Display:Host a “My Rock Art Discovery” themed photography exhibition
Commemorative Gift:Present a 3D-printed model of rock art recorded during the trip
III. Fee Structure Explanation (2026 Reference Price)
[Basic Fee Composition]
Vehicle Configuration:
7-seat business vehicle (Buick GL8):1,200-1,500 RMB/day (including driver service fee, fuel cost, toll fees)
9-seat off-road vehicle (Toyota Prado):1,600-2,000 RMB/day (suitable for mountainous routes)
Fees Include:
Use of fully licensed tourist transport vehicles throughout the trip
Professional driver兼 guide services (8 working hours per day)
Basic vehicle insurance (compulsory liability insurance + third-party liability insurance)
Academic support team fees (archaeologists, photographers, geological experts)
The Altay region is not only a masterpiece of northern Xinjiang’s landscapes but also harbors a treasure trove of rock art spanning tens of thousands of years. This 9-day humanities tour uses “rock art interpretation” as a clue, connecting natural landscapes such as Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and Koktokay with cultural landmarks like the Altai Mountain rock art group and the Duolangte rock art site. Accompanied by professional archaeologists, you will uncover the secrets of prehistoric human life. The itinerary specially includes a “rock art photography” session, where you can capture the dialogue between rock art, snow-capped mountains, and grasslands under the guidance of a professional photographer.Fees Exclude:
Driver’s accommodation and meals (negotiable subsidy standards)
Entrance tickets and shuttle bus fees (Kanas 160+70 RMB/person, Hemu 50+52 RMB/person)
Personal expenses and special equipment usage fees
[Important Reminders]
Actual fees will fluctuate based on specific vehicle model, itinerary changes, peak/off-peak seasons (20%-30% increase during peak season June-October), etc.
All fee details will be clearly listed in the electronic contract via the national tourism regulatory platform before signing
IV. Professional Service Guarantees
[Service Standards]
Vehicle Standards:
Select vehicles less than 3 years old and conduct regular inspections
Each vehicle equipped with first aid kits, onboard charging devices, and emergency communication devices
Personnel Configuration:
Drivers hold dual licenses (driver’s license + passenger transport qualification certificate)
Academic team members all have over 5 years of relevant field experience
Itinerary Guarantees:
Establish a 24-hour emergency response mechanism
II. In-Depth Itinerary Analysis (2026 Field Implementation Version) Hold debriefing meetings after each day’s itinerary ends
Provide alternative plans within 4 hours in case of extreme weather or road closures
[Special Services]
Provide rock art-themed cultural and creative gift packages (including customized notebooks, rock art pattern silk scarves)
Present a donation certificate for the “Rock Art Protection Fund” worth 500 RMB/person
Arrange professional photographer follow-shot services (9 selected and retouched photos)
V. Registration Instructions
[Participation Methods]
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Consult Zhang Jing, Customer Service Manager at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Registration Deadline:15 working days before departure
Group Formation Instructions:Minimum 4 participants, maximum 12 participants
[Health Requirements]
Participants need basic hiking ability (longest single-day hike of 3 kilometers)
For high-altitude areas (Baihaba at 1,800 meters above sea level), it is recommended to acclimate in advance
[Equipment Recommendations]
[Daily Key Arrangements]Recommended Items:Windproof jacket, high-SPF sunscreen, hiking shoes
Photography Equipment:Wide-angle lens recommended (for photographing rock art panoramas)
Cultural Tools:May bring own rock art tracing book, portable microscope
VI. Cultural Responsibility Statement
This itinerary strictly adheres to the “Cultural Relics Protection Law of the People’s Republic of China.” All rock art observation activities are conducted under professional guidance, and any form of touching, drawing, or collecting is strictly prohibited. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency has established a cooperation mechanism with local cultural relics authorities, and each participant will sign a “Cultural Relics Protection Commitment” to jointly safeguard human cultural heritage.
VII. Seasonal Limitation Tips
June 2026 is the prime period for rock art observation in Altay, when:
Mountain snow melts, revealing clear rock art details
Low tourist density allows for an immersive experience
Moderate day-night temperature differences (20-25°C during the day, 10-15°C at night)
Note:June is the grassland fire prevention period; open fires are strictly prohibited
VIII. Extended Value
Participants who complete the full itinerary will receive:
An electronic “Cultural Heritage Observer” certificate issued by the Xinjiang Rock Art Research Association
Priority participation in subsequent archaeological study activities
A customized “Altai Mountain Rock Art Atlas” (including undisclosed rock art recorded during the trip)
This 9-day humanities tour is not merely a geographical journey but also a dialogue spanning tens of thousands of years. When your fingertips gently touch the textured lines of the rock art, and your lens captures the frame of snow-capped mountains alongside ancient totems, this journey will become an important footnote in understanding northern Xinjiang and human civilization. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency looks forward to embarking on this cultural discovery journey with you.
(Specific itinerary details, fee composition, and service standards are subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties. For the latest departure dates and availability, please consult customer service)
Contact Manager Guo Jing at 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
