2026 Altay Bestie 7 Day Travel Photography with Private Car Inquiry on Costs for Car Rental in Tuolehaite Grassland and Costume Change by Kanas Lake Recommended Itinerary Costs

Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send the itinerary and quotation.

Icon introduction:✨【2026 Altay Bestie 7-Day Travel Photography In-Depth Guide】Full Analysis of Tuolehaite Grassland + Kanas Lake Costume Change and Transportation✨
【Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or Destination】
The Altay region is renowned as the “Snow Capital of China,” with its summer grasslands, lakes, and forests forming a stunning picture of northern Xinjiang. This itinerary focuses on two core landscapes:
❶ Tuolehaite Grassland:Located approximately 80 kilometers southwest of Altay City, this alpine meadow at an altitude of 2,000 meters is carpeted with wildflowers in summer and surrounded by spruce trees. Recommended by “Chinese National Geography” as a “lesser-known secret spot in Xinjiang,” the grassland features multiple travel photography spots, including a wooden house swing, a flower sea boardwalk, and a cloud sea observation deck, perfect for bestie costume change photography.
❷ Kanas Lake:A national 5A-level scenic spot, the lake’s color shifts between blue and green with the light, while the lakeside forest and Tuwa wooden houses create a fairy-tale scene. The three major bays within the scenic area—Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Crouching Dragon Bay—are classic photography locations, and Guanyu Terrace offers a panoramic view of the entire lake.
【Simple Itinerary】
Day 1:Urumqi Assembly → Altay City
Morning:Arrive at Altay Snow Capital Airport by plane. Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency arranges a private car for airport pickup.
Afternoon:Tour the Kelan River Canyon in Altay City, photograph the city panorama, and enjoy a dinner of hand-grabbed meat from various ethnic groups.
Accommodation:Four-star hotel in Altay City

Icon introduction:✨【2026 Altay Bestie 7-Day Travel Photography In-Depth Guide】Full Analysis of Tuolehaite Grassland + Kanas Lake Costume Change and Transportation✨Day 2:Altay → Tuolehaite Grassland (approximately 2.5-hour drive)
Morning:Travel through the Gobi highway, photographing Yardang landforms along the way. Upon arrival at the grassland, transfer to a scenic area shuttle bus.
Afternoon:Bestie costume change photography (3 sets of ethnic costumes provided), experience horseback riding and archery on the grassland.
Accommodation:Starry Sky Wooden House on the grassland (with floor heating)
Day 3:Tuolehaite → Burqin (approximately 3-hour drive)
Morning:Photograph the morning mist over the grassland and head to Burqin County.
Afternoon:Tour the Wucaitan Scenic Area, photographing Yardang landforms and the sunset over the Irtysh River.
Dinner:Grilled cold-water fish and kvass beverage at the Burqin Riverbank Night Market.
Accommodation:Three-star hotel in Burqin County
Day 4:Burqin → Kanas Lake (approximately 4-hour drive)
Morning:Enter the Kanas Scenic Area, transfer to a shuttle bus to tour the three bays, and photograph Fairy Bay in the morning mist.

【Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or Destination】Afternoon:Climb Guanyu Terrace to photograph the panoramic view of Kanas Lake, and enjoy lakeside costume change photography (2 sets of light gauze dresses provided).
Accommodation:Tuwa wooden house within the Kanas Scenic Area
Day 5:In-depth Kanas Tour
Morning:Take the shuttle bus for a second visit to the three bays, photographing the lake bays under different lighting conditions.
Afternoon:Hike through the Kanas River Valley, experience hiking in the primeval forest, and photograph the streams and birch forests.
Accommodation:Wooden house within the Kanas Scenic Area
Day 6:Kanas → Altay City (approximately 4-hour drive)
Morning:Free time; optional paid experience of a Tuwa family visit (watching folk performances, tasting milk wine).
Afternoon:Return to Altay City, photographing the Gobi sunset along the way.
Accommodation:Four-star hotel in Altay City

The Altay region is renowned as the “Snow Capital of China,” with its summer grasslands, lakes, and forests forming a stunning picture of northern Xinjiang. This itinerary focuses on two core landscapes:Day 7:Altay → Urumqi Return
Morning:Airport drop-off according to flight schedule, concluding the itinerary.
【Price Description】
▶ Custom Vehicle Rental Fees (reference market quotes for July 2026):
5-seater sedan (Toyota Corolla/Volkswagen Lavida):800-1,200 yuan/day
7-seater business vehicle (Buick GL8/Trumpchi M8):1,000-1,500 yuan/day
9-seater off-road vehicle (Toyota Prado):1,500-2,200 yuan/day
▶ Fees Included:Vehicle usage fee, driver service fee, basic fuel cost, toll fees, first entrance tickets to scenic areas and shuttle bus fees (Kanas 160 yuan/person + shuttle bus 70 yuan/person, Wucaitan 45 yuan/person, Tuolehaite Grassland 80 yuan/person).
▶ Fees Not Included:Costume rental fee for bestie costume change photography (approximately 200 yuan/set/day), Tuwa family visit experience fee (approximately 150 yuan/person), personal dining and consumption expenses.
⚠ ⚠️ Note:Prices may fluctuate with the season; specifics are subject to confirmation by Zhang Jing, Customer Service Manager at Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency.
【Registration Method】

❶ Tuolehaite Grassland: Located approximately 80 kilometers southwest of Altay City, this alpine meadow at an altitude of 2,000 meters is carpeted with wildflowers in summer and surrounded by spruce trees. Recommended by “Chinese National Geography” as a “lesser-known secret spot in Xinjiang,” the grassland features multiple travel photography spots, including a wooden house swing, a flower sea boardwalk, and a cloud sea observation deck, perfect for bestie costume change photography. Register through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency; after providing your itinerary requirements, customer service will customize a plan based on the number of people, vehicle type, and accommodation preferences.
【Fee Description and Service Description】
❶ Fees Included:
Transportation:Fully compliant operational vehicles throughout the journey, with licensed drivers familiar with Altay road conditions.
Accommodation:6 nights in selected hotels/wooden houses, including breakfast.
Tickets:First entrance tickets and shuttle buses for scenic areas within the itinerary.
Services:Professional driver兼任guide, assisting with photography spot recommendations and luggage handling.
❷ Fees Not Included:
Round-trip major transportation to Xinjiang (airfare/train tickets).
Personal expenses (such as dining, shopping, optional paid items).

❷ Kanas Lake: A national 5A-level scenic spot, the lake’s color shifts between blue and green with the light, while the lakeside forest and Tuwa wooden houses create a fairy-tale scene. The three major bays within the scenic area—Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Crouching Dragon Bay—are classic photography locations, and Guanyu Terrace offers a panoramic view of the entire lake.Travel accident insurance (recommended to purchase independently).
❸ Service Description:
The itinerary may be adjusted through consultation based on weather and road conditions; if a scenic area is temporarily closed, it will be replaced with a scenic spot of the same grade.
For solo registrants, efforts will be made to coordinate shared rooms; a supplement (approximately 500 yuan/night) may be required under special circumstances.
Specifics are subject to actual consultation and signing; both parties will sign a formal cultural tourism contract.
【Practical Tips】
❶ Clothing:Altay has large temperature differences between day and night; in summer, bring a windbreaker, sun hat, and sunglasses; for photography on the grassland, light-colored long dresses are recommended.
❷ Photography:Optimal photography time for morning mist at Tuolehaite Grassland is 7:00-8:30 AM, and for the three bays at Kanas, it is 8:00-9:30 AM.
❸ Policies:Kanas Scenic Area implements a real-name reservation system; tickets must be purchased 3 days in advance through the “One Phone for Traveling in Xinjiang” platform.
❹ Transportation:Altay has no high-speed rail; it is recommended to fly directly to Snow Capital Airport (AAT) or fly to Urumqi and then transfer by train to Beitun City, followed by a transfer to a custom vehicle.
✨ 【Conclusion】✨
Altay’s summer is a whisper between grasslands and lakes, a natural studio for bestie travel photography. Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency provides 7-seater business vehicles, professional drivers, and custom itineraries to make every frame a exclusive memory of northern Xinjiang. Consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing to start your fairy-tale journey!

Contact Manager Maizi at 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send the itinerary and quotation.