2026 Altay 9 Day Group Tour to Keketuohai Meritorious Mine Site Unveiling the History of Rare Metal Mining, Complete Group Booking by Inquiring About Quotes Recommended Itinerary Price
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
Exploring the Meritorious Mine Vein:2026 Altay Koktokay 9-Day In-Depth Cultural Journey
🌄 [Key Highlights of the Itinerary]
Deep within the folds of the Altai Mountains, a 250-meter-diameter spiral mine pit gazes at the sky like the eye of the earth. This is Koktokay Mine No. 3, known by geologists as the “Natural Rare Metal Museum.” This meritorious mine pit, bearing the memory of the People’s Republic, once repaid 47% of the foreign debt to the Soviet Union with strategic resources such as lithium, beryllium, and tantalum. It also provided the core material for China’s first hydrogen bomb through the lithium isotope separation technology of the “First Eastern Explosion.” The newly upgraded 9-day special route in 2026 will take you through a time tunnel, covering everything from geological exploration to ore processing, from miners’ lives to national defense contributions, to comprehensively decode the legendary code of this high-quality mine vein.
📅 [Scientific Itinerary Planning]
▶ Days 1-2:Urumqi – Fuyun County
✈️ Arrive at Urumqi Diwopu Airport by early morning flight and be transferred by private car to the International Bazaar for free activities. In the afternoon, traverse the Junggar Basin, observing naturally growing animals in the Karamaili Mountain Ungulate Reserve along the way. Arrive in Fuyun County in the evening and check into an oxygen-supplied hotel to acclimate to the altitude.
Exploring the Meritorious Mine Vein: 2026 Altay Koktokay 9-Day In-Depth Cultural Journey▶ Day 3:Geological Exploration of Koktokay
🚌 Travel 50 kilometers to reach the National Geological Park. After visiting Zhongshan and the Irtysh River Grand Canyon, focus on exploring:
Mine No. 3 Exhibition Hall:Understand the unique geological structure of “stratified zoning” through a 1:1 restored mine model
Ayiguozi Mine Tunnel:Wear cold-weather clothing to enter the -10°C primitive mine tunnel and touch mining tools etched with the marks of time
Meritorious Mine Pit Observation Deck:Use professional telescopes to observe the spiral excavation marks on the mine walls
▶ Days 4-5:Rare Metal Full Industry Chain Experience
🔧 Delve into the former site of the Koktokay Mining Bureau:
🌄 [Key Highlights of the Itinerary]Visit the ore dressing plant built with Soviet assistance in the 1950s and witness the operation of flotation machines, magnetic separators, and other equipment
Participate in ore identification experiments in the geological laboratory and analyze ore sample compositions using X-ray fluorescence spectrometers
Watch the documentary “Masterpieces of a Great Power” to understand the mine’s specific contributions to the “Two Bombs, One Satellite” program
▶ Days 6-7:Northern Xinjiang Scenic Loop
🌿 Travel along the Ahe Highway to Hemu Village and experience traditional dairy product making in Tuvan wooden houses. The next day, head to Kanas Lake and take a hovercraft to explore the origin of the lake monster legend. Return to Burqin in the evening and take a night tour of the Wucaitan Yardang landform.
▶ Days 8-9:Cultural Return Journey
🛤 Visit the Urumqi Geological and Mineral Museum to compare the differences between the Koktokay mine pit and other high-quality mineral deposits. On the last day, enjoy free activities and recommend visiting the Xinjiang Museum to view cultural relics such as the “Five Stars Rising in the East Benefit China” brocade arm guard.
Deep within the folds of the Altai Mountains, a 250-meter-diameter spiral mine pit gazes at the sky like the eye of the earth. This is Koktokay Mine No. 3, known by geologists as the “Natural Rare Metal Museum.” This meritorious mine pit, bearing the memory of the People’s Republic, once repaid 47% of the foreign debt to the Soviet Union with strategic resources such as lithium, beryllium, and tantalum. It also provided the core material for China’s first hydrogen bomb through the lithium isotope separation technology of the “First Eastern Explosion.” The newly upgraded 9-day special route in 2026 will take you through a time tunnel, covering everything from geological exploration to ore processing, from miners’ lives to national defense contributions, to comprehensively decode the legendary code of this high-quality mine vein.💰 [Transparent Cost Breakdown]
Reference price range for 2026:
Comfort Type:7,800-9,200 yuan/person (including four-star hotels, 15-seat business vehicles, and 8 main meals)
Quality Type:10,500-12,800 yuan/person (upgrade to five-star hotels, full-time photographer follow-up, and special miner meals)
Cost Includes:Transportation/accommodation/tickets/professional讲解 (interpretation)/insurance
Special Note:Register before August 15 to enjoy the mine tunnel VR experience project
📞 [Convenient Registration Channel]
📅 [Scientific Itinerary Planning]Embark on your exploration journey through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Customer service manager Zhang Jing will provide you with:
Real-time seat availability inquiry
Customized itinerary changes
Special needs coordination (such as family room reservations, barrier-free facility arrangements)
📋 [Service Guarantee System]
① Professional Team:An interpretation team led by a geology doctor, all holding national tour guide qualifications and mineral science popularization lecturer certifications
② Guarantee:Equipped with medical oxygen cylinders throughout the journey and professional gear for mine tunnel visits
▶ Days 1-2: Urumqi – Fuyun County③ In-Depth Experience:Arrange 2 hours of free activity time daily and gift Koktokay cultural and creative souvenirs
④ Emergency Plan:Establish a green channel with Fuyun County People’s Hospital and equip vehicles with AED emergency devices
⚠ ️ [Important Travel Tips]
Document Requirements:Carry original valid documents; foreign nationals need to apply for special permits in advance
Equipment Suggestions:Bring windproof jackets, high-top hiking shoes, and additional thermal underwear for mine tunnel visits
Policy Changes:In case of extreme weather, the itinerary may be changed to indoor science popularization courses
Special Reminder:Drones are prohibited at the mine pit observation deck, and touching exhibits is prohibited inside the mine tunnel
This meritorious mine vein hidden in the Altai Mountains is not only a miracle of geological movement but also a monument to the national spirit. When you stand at the edge of the 200-meter-deep mine pit and touch the rock walls etched with the marks of time, the stories of dedication and perseverance will resonate eternally in everyone’s heart, following the waves of the Irtysh River.
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
