2026 Altay 7 Day Group Tour Explore Lakes, Forests, and Grasslands with Diverse Natural Scenery, High Cost Performance Tour Fee, Limited Time Registration Recommended Itinerary Price

Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation

Starred Icon 2026 Altay 7-Day In-Depth Tour:Unlock the四季诗篇 (Four Seasons Poetry) of Northern Xinjiang’s Hidden Gems
[Itinerary Highlights:One Trip Connecting Three Major Geomorphic Zones]
The Altay region is renowned for its geographic pattern of ‘one mountain, four rivers, and seven-tenths farmland.’ The newly upgraded 7-day full-region itinerary for 2026 will take you through the vertical natural zones of the Altai Mountains, from the glacial relics of Kanas Lake to the saline secrets of Ulungur Lake, from the primeval forests of Koktokay to the grassland pastoral songs of Naren Summer Pasture. The average daily driving time is controlled within 3 hours, balancing scenic density with travel comfort.
Must-Visit Three Core Areas
Kanas Ecological Zone:In 2026, a new Guanyu Platform stargazing point (equipped with professional telescopes) will be added, with a daily limit of 300 visitors requiring advance reservation. The Tuwa village within the scenic area retains traditional wooden log buildings, where visitors can experience the craftsmanship of fur skis (taught on-site by intangible cultural heritage inheritors).
Koktokay Geological Zone:The No. 3 Mine scenic area will complete digital transformation in 2026, using AR technology to restore mining scenes from the 1950s. The hiking trail in the Irtysh Grand Canyon will be extended to 8 kilometers, with 6 ecological interpretation stations along the way.
Ulungur Lake Wetland:From May to October 2026, the Golden Coast water activities will be open, including sailing experiences and wetland research vessel cruises. In winter (December-February), an ice fishing experience zone will be added, using traditional horse-drawn winches for operations.
Seasonal Limited Experiences
April-May:Naren Pasture Wild Lily Valley, learn traditional transhumance knowledge with local residents
June-August:Hemu Village Morning Mist Photography Special Route, equipped with professional photography guides
September-October:Baihaba Border Autumn Colors Special Route, requiring advance permit (assisted by travel agency)
November-March:General’s Hill Ski Resort night skiing open, including 1-on-2 professional coaching

Starred Icon 2026 Altay 7-Day In-Depth Tour: Unlock the Four Seasons Poetry of Northern Xinjiang’s Hidden Gems[Simple Itinerary:Real-time Schedule for 2026]
(Taking the June 15th group as an example, itinerary content remains the same for other dates with possible minor time adjustments)
Day 1:Urumqi – Beitun (Hard sleeper train/approx. 12 hours)
19:00 Assemble at Urumqi Station, receive customized travel manual (including QR codes for audio guides at each attraction)
20:15 Depart on Y953 special tourist train, equipped with charging ports and free Wi-Fi
Day 2:Beitun – Kanas (Car/approx. 4.5 hours)
08:30 Arrive at Beitun Station, transfer to scenic area shuttle bus (equipped with oxygen bottles and first aid kits)
13:00 Lunch in Jiadengyu (specialty cold-water fish feast, including huchen and five-striped barb)
15:00 Kanas Lake boat tour (including bilingual commentary, feed red-billed gulls)
19:30 Check into Tuwa wooden house, experience traditional fire pit culture
Day 3:Kanas – Hemu (Car/approx. 2 hours)
08:00 Guanyu Platform hike (including trekking pole rental)

[Itinerary Highlights: One Trip Connecting Three Major Geomorphic Zones]12:00 Transfer by shuttle bus to Hemu Village
15:00 Birch forest horseback riding experience (including basic insurance, all horses vaccinated)
20:00 Bonfire party (ethnic song and dance performances, visitors can participate in Black Walking Horse dance)
Day 4:Hemu – Burqin (Car/approx. 3 hours)
06:00 Hemu sunrise photography (tripod rental available)
10:00 Head to Colorful Beach scenic area (including sandstorm face masks)
14:00 Free time at Burqin River Embankment Night Market (recommended: grilled huchen and kvass)
19:00 Check into four-star hotel, including Russian-style sauna experience
Day 5:Burqin – Koktokay (Car/approx. 5 hours)
08:00 Cross the Gurbantunggut Desert (2 scenic stops along the way)
13:00 Lunch in Fuyun County (hand-grabbed meat from various ethnic groups, including horse sausage)
15:30 Koktokay Geological Museum (including 3D cinema experience)

The Altay region is renowned for its geographic pattern of ‘one mountain, four rivers, and seven-tenths farmland.’ The newly upgraded 7-day full-region itinerary for 2026 will take you through the vertical natural zones of the Altai Mountains, from the glacial relics of Kanas Lake to the saline secrets of Ulungur Lake, from the primeval forests of Koktokay to the grassland pastoral songs of Naren Summer Pasture. The average daily driving time is controlled within 3 hours, balancing scenic density with travel comfort.18:00 Check into hotel within scenic area, including hot spring bath service
Day 6:Koktokay – Fukai (Car/approx. 2.5 hours)
09:00 Irtysh Grand Canyon hike (including hiking boot rental)
12:30 Lunch in Fukai County (upgraded version of cold-water fish full feast)
15:00 Ulungur Lake Golden Coast (including sailing experience and sun protection kit)
19:00 Return to Beitun City, check into quasi-five-star hotel
Day 7:Beitun – Urumqi (Train/approx. 12 hours)
08:00 Free time after breakfast (recommended: nut purchasing at Beitun Market)
12:00 Head to Beitun Station for return trip
Arrive at Urumqi Station at 08:15 the next day, ending the itinerary
[Price Information:Reference Standards for 2026]
Adult Price:Starting from 5980 yuan/person (including 6 nights accommodation, 9 main meals, first admission tickets to scenic areas, shuttle bus fees)

Must-Visit Three Core AreasChild Price:3280 yuan/person (under 1.2 meters, excluding bed and admission tickets)
：1200 yuan/person (single travelers will be coordinated for room sharing as much as possible)
Fees Included
Transportation:Round-trip hard sleeper train between Urumqi and Beitun (upgrade to soft sleeper available with price difference)
Accommodation:2 nights in scenic area specialty wooden houses + 4 nights in star-rated hotels (including breakfast)
Meals:9 main meals (60 yuan/person meal standard, including 3 specialty meals)
Admission Tickets:First admission tickets to 8 major scenic areas including Kanas, Hemu, and Koktokay
Services:Professional tour guide accompaniment + 24-hour emergency support vehicle
Special Notes
Prices may fluctuate with schedule, subject to contract or day-of confirmation
Early bird discount of 300 yuan/person for bookings before June 30
Group bookings of 10+ people receive a customized travel photo album

Kanas Ecological Zone: In 2026, a new Guanyu Platform stargazing point (equipped with professional telescopes) will be added, with a daily limit of 300 visitors requiring advance reservation. The Tuwa village within the scenic area retains traditional wooden log buildings, where visitors can experience the craftsmanship of fur skis (taught on-site by intangible cultural heritage inheritors).[Registration Method]
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for specific schedule availability. Daily registration deadline is 18:00 seven days before departure, recommend booking 15 days in advance to secure train tickets and accommodation as much as possible.
[Fee and Service Information]
Fees Excluded:Personal consumption, self-funded items (e.g., ski equipment rental), secondary consumption within scenic areas
Service Standards:15-seat commercial vehicle throughout (departure with 10 people), equipped with first aid kit and AED device
Special Guarantees:Complimentary travel accident insurance (500,000 yuan coverage/person), including altitude sickness assistance clause
Subject to actual consultation and contract signing, reasonable itinerary changes may be made by mutual agreement
[Travel Tips]
Document Preparation:Valid ID, permit (required for Baihaba route), student ID and other discount certificates
Equipment Suggestions:Windbreaker, sunscreen, moisturizing skincare, comfortable hiking shoes
Photography Guide:Best shooting spot for Kanas morning mist is Xian Bay, for Hemu Village sunrise arrive 1 hour early
Cultural Respect:Long pants and sleeves required for visits, ask for permission before taking photos with local residents
(All information verified as of March 2026. Scenic area opening hours, transportation schedules, etc. may change seasonally. Recommend reconfirming before travel. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency reserves the final right to itinerary adjustments, subject to signed contract.)

Contact Manager Wang Fei at 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation