2026 Altay Golden Autumn 8 Day Photography Tour Reserved Full Day Sunrise and Sunset Shooting at Hadeng Viewing Platform Recommended Itinerary and Pricing

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

Icon introduction:✨【2026 Altay Golden Autumn 8-Day Photography Tour: Full-Day Sunrise and Sunset Shooting Reservation Guide at Haden Viewing Platform】✨
Detailed introduction of the route or destination
Altay, located in northern Xinjiang, welcomes its most splendid autumn season from late September to mid-October each year. The birch forests ablaze with color, the Kanas Lake shrouded in morning mist, and the Hemu Village with wisps of cooking smoke create natural oil paintings, making it a dream destination for photography enthusiasts.
Key photography spots:
Haden Viewing Platform:The highest point in Hemu Village, offering a panoramic view of the entire village and valley. At sunrise, morning mist intertwines with cooking smoke, creating rich layers of light and shadow; at sunset, golden sunlight bathes the wooden houses and birch forests, creating a highly captivating scene.
Three Bays of Kanas:Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay. In autumn, the lake water takes on a碧 green hue, with forests ablaze with color on both shores, making it an ideal scene for long-exposure and time-lapse photography.
Baihaba Village:The viewing platform at the northwest border post offers shots of the border village framed by snow-capped mountains, while the birch forest at the west entrance of the village is perfect for capturing lesser-known autumn scenes.
Koktokay National Geological Park:The autumn scenery of the canyon, Zhongshan Mountain, and the Irtysh River complement each other with strong color contrasts, suitable for wide-angle and aerial photography.
Simple Itinerary
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi
Arrive at Urumqi Diwopu Airport, where Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency will arrange a private car to pick you up and check you into a four-diamond hotel in the city.

Icon introduction:✨【2026 Altay Golden Autumn 8-Day Photography Tour: Full-Day Sunrise and Sunset Shooting Reservation Guide at Haden Viewing Platform】✨Recommended free activities:Capture the cultural night scene at Erdaoqiao Grand Bazaar and experience Xinjiang’s special cuisine.
Day 2:Urumqi – S21 Desert Highway – Kelameili Desert Park – Pass by Ulungur Lake – Beitun
Depart in the morning and traverse the Gurbantunggut Desert along the S21 Desert Highway, capturing the light and shadow on the sand dunes.
Pass by Kelameili Desert Park to experience the desert landscape up close.
In the afternoon, pass by Ulungur Lake to capture the sunset over the blue lake amidst the Gobi Desert.
Check into a comfortable hotel in Beitun for the night.
Day 3:Beitun – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Drive along the Ahe Highway, passing through Wuxilike, Tongba Forest, and Tolehaite Grassland, capturing the autumn colors ablaze with color.
Arrive at Hemu Village in the afternoon and check into a characteristic wooden cabin within the scenic area.
In the evening, stroll across the Hemu Bridge to capture the sunset over the birch forest and Hemu River.
Day 4:Full-day shooting in Hemu Village (Full-day reservation for sunrise and sunset at Haden Viewing Platform)
Head to Haden Viewing Platform at 5:30 AM to capture the panoramic view of the village with sunrise and morning mist intertwined.

Detailed introduction of the route or destinationIn the morning, freely capture shots of the wooden houses, birch forests, and Hemu River in Hemu Village, experiencing the life of the Tuwa people.
In the afternoon, visit Haden Viewing Platform again to capture the golden village at sunset.
Check into a wooden cabin in Hemu for the night and capture the starry sky and Milky Way.
Day 5:Hemu Village – Three Bays of Kanas – Burqin
Capture the morning mist in Hemu Village in the morning, then head to the Kanas scenic area.
Visit Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay to capture the beauty of the three bays in autumn.
In the evening, head to the Burqin Internet-famous Bridge to capture the sunset over the Irtysh River.
Check into a comfortable hotel in Burqin for the night.
Day 6:Burqin – World Devil City – Populus euphratica Forest – Kuitun/Dushanzi
In the morning, head to World Devil City to capture the yardang landscape and morning light.
In the afternoon, visit the naturally growing populus euphratica forest in northern Xinjiang to capture shots of the golden populus euphratica framed by the blue sky.

Altay, located in northern Xinjiang, welcomes its most splendid autumn season from late September to mid-October each year. The birch forests ablaze with color, the Kanas Lake shrouded in morning mist, and the Hemu Village with wisps of cooking smoke create natural oil paintings, making it a dream destination for photography enthusiasts. Check into a comfortable hotel in Kuitun/Dushanzi for the night.
Day 7:Kuitun/Dushanzi – Sayram Lake VIP Private Car Tour – Jinghe
Spend the whole day touring Sayram Lake with a VIP private car, stopping wherever you like to capture the lake scenery and snow-capped mountain reflections.
In the afternoon, experience afternoon tea by the lake and capture shots of the Mongolian-style aesthetic bar and lake view.
Check into a four-diamond Hilton Garden Inn in Jinghe for the night.
Day 8:Jinghe – Dushanzi Grand Canyon – Return to Urumqi
In the morning, head to Dushanzi Grand Canyon to capture the deep canyon formed by the erosion of snowmelt from the Tianshan Mountains.
In the afternoon, return to Urumqi and check into a four-diamond hotel in the city.
Arrange for airport transfer based on flight time, concluding the 8-day photography tour.
Price Description
The reference price range for the 2026 Altay Golden Autumn 8-Day Photography Tour is as follows (specific prices are subject to the contract):
Adult Fees:Approximately 4800-6800 yuan per person (including transportation, accommodation, meals, admission tickets, guide service fees, etc.)

Key photography spots:Children’s Fees:Discounts are available based on age and height, specific prices are subject to the contract.
Prices may fluctuate based on factors such as vehicle type, accommodation standard, and tour date. It is recommended to consult with Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency, in advance to obtain the latest quotation.
Registration Method
You can register for the Altay Golden Autumn 8-Day Photography Tour through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. Please provide information such as your name, contact details, and valid ID number when registering to facilitate itinerary arrangement and resource reservation.
Fee Description and Service Description
Fees Include:
Use of compliant operational vehicles and driver services throughout the trip (options include 7-seat business vehicles, 13-seat Coaster, etc.).
Accommodation listed in the itinerary (four-diamond hotel in Urumqi, wooden cabins in Hemu, comfortable hotels in Burqin, etc.).
First admission tickets to scenic areas (Kanas, Hemu, Koktokay, World Devil City, etc.).
Meal expenses (including breakfast and main meals, which feature local specialties).
Professional guide service fees and travel accident insurance.

Haden Viewing Platform: The highest point in Hemu Village, offering a panoramic view of the entire village and valley. At sunrise, morning mist intertwines with cooking smoke, creating rich layers of light and shadow; at sunset, golden sunlight bathes the wooden houses and birch forests, creating a highly captivating scene. Value-added services such as VIP private car tour around Sayram Lake, afternoon tea, and Mongolian-style aesthetic bar experience.
Fees Exclude:
Personal expenses (such as self-paid items within scenic areas, personal consumption, etc.).
Round-trip transportation costs to Urumqi (can assist in booking air tickets and high-speed rail tickets, enjoying team discounts).
(Single registrants will do their best to coordinate room sharing, special circumstances require separate negotiation).
Service Description:
The itinerary arrangement may be subject to change due to factors such as weather, road conditions, and policies. Reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made after mutual agreement.
All fee details will be listed in writing before signing the contract, subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties.
Provide 24-hour customer service follow-up to answer questions and needs during the trip.
Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
Contact Us
Consult with Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency, for more itinerary details and registration information.
Altay’s golden autumn is a feast of light, shadow, and color. Choose Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency to embark on a professional, worry-free, and high-quality photography tour, capturing every moving moment of Altay’s autumn!

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