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Starred Exploration Guide:Five-Day Rock Art Exploration Journey in Altay: Touching the Temperature of Ancient Nomadic Civilization Among the Mountains and Rocks
I. Core Value of the Itinerary: As the wheels roll over the folds of the Altai Mountains, each rock art is a love letter written by the local nomadic people to the earth
Scattered among the lofty mountains and ranges of Altay are over 30 rock art sites. These patterns carved on black basalt record hunting, sacrificial, and migration scenes of various ethnic groups from 3000 BC to 1000 AD. Unlike the checklist-style visits of conventional tourist routes, this custom vehicle itinerary will take you deep into seldom-visited canyons, where, with the interpretation of professional guides, you can decipher the hidden astronomical codes and survival wisdom in the rock art.
[Introduction to Key Rock Art Sites]
Duorte Rock Art Group:Located 30 kilometers east of Keketuohai Town, Fuyun County, recent archaeological discoveries in 2026 reveal scenes of early horse domestication in the rock art here, considered by scholars to be one of the important origins of nomadic civilization on the Eurasian steppe.
Dulate Rock Art Corridor:A continuous rock art belt distributed along the Ahe Highway, featuring a 12-meter-long hunting scene that vividly depicts ancient hunters using compound bows to encircle ibexes.
Qinghe Rock Art Observation Point:Here, rock art coexists with astronomical observation relics. In 2026, an archaeological team from the Chinese Academy of Sciences confirmed that some patterns highly match the trajectory of the Big Dipper.
II. Five-Day In-Depth Itinerary Framework (Real-Time Optimized Version for 2026)

Starred Exploration Guide: Five-Day Rock Art Exploration Journey in Altay: Touching the Temperature of Ancient Nomadic Civilization Among the Mountains and Rocks[Day 1:Altay Assembly – Rock Art Research Outpost]
Morning:Arrive at Altay Xuedu Airport by air from various locations. After being picked up by the driver, head to the Altay Region Cultural Museum to visit the newly opened “Grassland Rock Art Digital Exhibition Hall” in 2026, where you can preview the rock art sites to be visited during the itinerary through 3D scanning technology.
Afternoon:Drive to Burqin County, stopping at Chonghur Town along the way. Observe the modern transhumance scenes of various ethnic groups by the Irtysh River, comparing the similarities and differences between ancient and modern nomadic practices.
Evening:Check into a wooden cabin homestay by the Burqin River, savor a local specialty cold-water fish feast, and listen to the homestay owner recount stories of their family guarding the rock art.
[Day 2:Rock Art Corridor Through Time and Space]
Morning:Venture deep into the hinterland of the Altai Mountains along the Ahe Highway, visiting three unopened rock art sites under the guidance of professional guides (prior reporting to cultural heritage authorities is required).
Key Experience:Use professional rock art rubbing tools to create your own rock art rubbing under the guidance of the guide (using eco-friendly materials that do not damage the original work).
Afternoon:Head to Hemu Village, capture the primitive wooden cabin cluster amidst morning mist from the Haden Viewing Platform, then visit intangible cultural heritage inheritors in the village to learn how to create rock art-themed cultural and creative products using animal fur.
[Day 3:Geological Codes of Keketuohai]

I. Core Value of the Itinerary: As the wheels roll over the folds of the Altai Mountains, each rock art is a love letter written by the local nomadic people to the earthMorning:Enter the Keketuohai World Geopark to conduct research on the correlation between geology and rock art at the foot of Zhongshan. Newly discovered rock art in 2026 suggests that ancient hunters may have chosen hunting routes based on the textures of granite.
Afternoon:Hike 7 kilometers on the stone-paved path of the Irtysh Grand Canyon, engaging in a “rock art treasure hunt” activity in the area (searching for replicas of rock art fragments with specific patterns based on guide hints).
Evening:Check into a miner-themed hotel in Keketuohai Town to learn about the stories of geological exploration teams and rock art protection after the founding of New China.
[Day 4:Decoding Starry Rock Art in Qinghe]
Full Day:Drive to Qinghe County to conduct field investigations of rock art sites related to star observations under the guidance of archaeoastronomy experts. New research findings in 2026 reveal that some rock art patterns correspond to astronomical data from 2000 BC.
Special Arrangement:Observe the Big Dipper through telescopes at a professional observatory at night, comparing the star maps in the rock art with the actual starry sky.
[Day 5:Civilization Dialogue and Return Journey]
Morning:Participate in a seminar on “Rock Art Protection and Tourism Development” at the Qinghe County Cultural Center, exchanging ideas with local cultural heritage workers and representatives of the local populace.

Scattered among the lofty mountains and ranges of Altay are over 30 rock art sites. These patterns carved on black basalt record hunting, sacrificial, and migration scenes of various ethnic groups from 3000 BC to 1000 AD. Unlike the checklist-style visits of conventional tourist routes, this custom vehicle itinerary will take you deep into seldom-visited canyons, where, with the interpretation of professional guides, you can decipher the hidden astronomical codes and survival wisdom in the rock art.Afternoon:Based on the return flight time, the driver will transfer you to Altay Xuedu Airport, concluding this cultural journey spanning thousands of years.
III. 2026 Custom Vehicle Fee Reference (Subject to Contract Signing)
[Basic Custom Vehicle Fees]
7-Seater Business Vehicle (including driver):Regular season (May, September-October): Approximately 1200-1600 yuan/day; Peak season (June-August): Approximately 1600-2200 yuan/day
Fees Include:Vehicle usage fee, fuel fee, toll fee, parking fee, driver’s labor remuneration, basic vehicle insurance
Fees Exclude:Scenic spot admission tickets, accommodation fees, meal fees, personal expenses, rock art rubbing material fee (approximately 50 yuan/person)
[Special Notes]
The peak tourist season begins in June 2026. It is recommended to book vehicles 15 days in advance.
Custom vehicle fees may increase by 10%-20% due to factors such as vehicle model upgrades (e.g., choosing a high-roof business vehicle), increased itinerary mileage, and driver’s accommodation and meal subsidies.

[Introduction to Key Rock Art Sites] The final price is subject to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
IV. Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Please provide the following information when inquiring:
Travel dates and duration (it is recommended to choose 5-7 days for in-depth exploration)
Team size (a 7-seater business vehicle is recommended for 2-6 people)
Special needs (e.g., whether professional rock art guides or astronomical observation equipment are required)
V. Fee Explanation and Service Explanation
Items Included in Fees:Vehicle-related fees, driver services, basic insurance, parking at conventional viewing platforms during the itinerary

Duorte Rock Art Group: Located 30 kilometers east of Keketuohai Town, Fuyun County, recent archaeological discoveries in 2026 reveal scenes of early horse domestication in the rock art here, considered by scholars to be one of the important origins of nomadic civilization on the Eurasian steppe.Items Excluded from Fees:Admission tickets (Kanas Lake: 160 yuan/person, Keketuohai: 126 yuan/person, prices for 2026), accommodation (recommended specialty homestays ranging from 300-800 yuan/night), meal fees (driver’s meal subsidy standard is 50 yuan/day)
Service Standards:Provide fully licensed regular tourist operation vehicles, equipped with certified drivers familiar with the distribution of rock art sites. The itinerary can be adjusted based on weather and road conditions through consultation to change the order of viewing platforms.
Handling of Single Registrants:Every effort will be made to coordinate room sharing. If room sharing is not possible, a supplement will be required (the specific amount will be determined based on the selected hotel standard).
Subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
VI. Pre-Trip Recommended Guide
Documents:Valid identification, border pass (required for traveling to areas such as Baihaba; apply in advance through the “Xinjiang Public Security” mini-program)
Equipment:Windproof jacket (large temperature difference between day and night in mountainous areas), high-top hiking shoes, sun protection items, binoculars, power bank
Cultural Preparation:Recommended reading: “Rock Art of Altay,” “History of Grassland Nomadic Civilization,” etc.
Special Reminders:Please do not touch the original rock art or use flash photography when visiting rock art sites.
As the wheels roll over the grasslands and canyons of Altay, we are not merely recommending a geographical relocation but completing a civilization dialogue spanning thousands of years. Those patterns carved on the stones are codes left by the ancestors of various ethnic groups for future generations, waiting for interested individuals to decipher. Choose the custom vehicle service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to let our professional team open this door to ancient civilization for you.

Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send your itinerary and quotation