2026XinjiangCarpoolingCostDetails PriceGuidefor6PersonSmallGroupTourtoAltayandKanas RecommendedRouteCostandPrice

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

Explore Northern Xinjiang:2026 Altay + Kanas 6-Person Shared Car Small Group In-Depth Experience Guide
[Route Highlights:Three Reasons to Unlock the Secret Realms of Northern Xinjiang]
❶ Off-the-Beaten-Path Private Play: Avoid conventional tour group routes and delve into lesser-known gems such as the morning mist photography spots at Kanas’ Three Bays, the birch forest behind Hemu Village, and the border village of Baihaba.
❷ Professional Photography Guide Accompaniment:Equipped with local guides familiar with optimal lighting periods, providing photography guidance during golden hours such as morning mist at Xian Bay, starry skies at Hemu, and sunset at Guanyu Platform.
❸ Luxury Off-Road Experience:Utilize 7-seater luxury business vehicles (e.g., Mercedes-Benz Vito) throughout the journey, recommending 6 passengers per vehicle with efforts to provide window seats for all, equipped with onboard charging, first aid kits, and other facilities.
[Simple Itinerary:7-Day, 6-Night Panoramic Experience]
Day 1:Urumqi → S21 Desert Highway → Ulungur Lake → Altay
▶ 08:00 Depart from Urumqi, traverse China’s first desert highway S21, and enjoy views of the Gobi Yardang landform along the way
▶ 12:30 Picnic at Ulungur Lake (including cold-water fish feast), experience the unique landscape of the “Gobi Sea”
▶ 16:00 Cable car ride at Jiangjun Mountain Ski Resort to watch the sunset (replaced with skiing experience in winter)
▶ 20:00 Check into a hotel in downtown Altay and savor special hand-grabbed meat from various ethnic groups
Day 2:Altay → Ahe Highway → Hemu Village
▶ 09:00 Traverse the Ahe Highway, passing through secret realms such as Tuolehaite Grassland and Wildflower Terrace

Explore Northern Xinjiang: 2026 Altay + Kanas 6-Person Shared Car Small Group In-Depth Experience Guide▶ 13:00 Lunch at Hemu Village (Tuva family feast)
▶ 15:00 Hike through the birch forest behind Hongbashi Village and photograph local people’s migration scenes
▶ 20:00 Check into a characteristic wooden house in Hemu and experience the fire pit culture
Day 3:In-Depth Tour of Hemu Village
▶ 06:30 Photograph morning mist at Haden Viewing Platform
▶ 10:00 Horseback ride through primeval forests and visit the roofless yurt rest stop
▶ 15:00 Tuva Cultural Experience:Learn to play the Chuwuer instrument and make milk wine
▶ 21:00 Starry sky photography lesson (professional tripods provided)
Day 4:Hemu → Kanas Three Bays → Jiadengyu
▶ 08:00 Photograph morning mist at Xian Bay
▶ 10:00 Hike the Moon Bay boardwalk (approximately 3 kilometers)
▶ 13:00 Picnic at Wolong Bay (insulated lunch boxes provided)
▶ 16:00 Ascend Guanyu Platform for a panoramic view of Kanas Lake
▶ 19:00 Check into Jiadengyu Eco Hotel

[Route Highlights: Three Reasons to Unlock the Secret Realms of Northern Xinjiang]Day 5:Kanas Lake → Baihaba Village
▶ 09:00 Take a boat tour of Kanas Lake (approximately 1 hour)
▶ 11:00 Obtain a pass and head to the northwesternmost village
▶ 14:00 Free photography at Baihaba Village:Border landscapes, Sino-Kazakh Grand Canyon
▶ 18:00 Check into a Tuva wooden house and experience traditional heated kang beds
Day 6:Baihaba → Colorful Beach → Burqin
▶ 09:00 Photograph morning light along the border
▶ 12:00 Create art at Colorful Beach’s Danxia landform
▶ 15:00 Free activities at Burqin River Embankment Night Market (recommend grilled dogfish and kvass)
▶ 20:00 Check into Burqin Fairy Tale Castle Theme Hotel
Day 7:Burqin → Urumqi
▶ 09:00 Visit the Wild Walnut Valley Nature Reserve
▶ 13:00 Pass by the edge of the Gurbantunggut Desert

❶ Off-the-Beaten-Path Private Play: Avoid conventional tour group routes and delve into lesser-known gems such as the morning mist photography spots at Kanas’ Three Bays, the birch forest behind Hemu Village, and the border village of Baihaba.▶ 18:00 Arrive in Urumqi and conclude the itinerary
[Pricing System:Transparent Fee Structure]
▶ Basic Fees:6,980 yuan per person (price for a group of 6)
Included Items:
Transportation:7-seater luxury business vehicle (including fuel, tolls, parking fees)
Accommodation:6 nights of characteristic accommodations (Hemu/Baihaba wooden houses + Jiadengyu Eco Hotel + Burqin theme hotel)
Meals:12 dinners and 6 breakfasts (including 3 special meals: cold-water fish feast, Tuva family feast, roast whole lamb)
Admission Tickets:First admission tickets + shuttle buses for Kanas/Hemu/Baihaba
Services:Professional driver + photography guide + pass application assistance
▶ Fee Explanation:
Children’s Policy:Children under 12 years old receive an 800 yuan discount (no bed, no breakfast included)
：1,800 yuan for the entire journey (single travelers will be coordinated for room sharing as much as possible)
Peak Season Adjustments:10% increase in July-August, 15% increase during National Day holiday
Special Note:Prices include value-added services such as onboard Wi-Fi, first aid kits, and charging equipment

❷ Professional Photography Guide Accompaniment: Equipped with local guides familiar with optimal lighting periods, providing photography guidance during golden hours such as morning mist at Xian Bay, starry skies at Hemu, and sunset at Guanyu Platform.[Registration Method:Standardized Service Process]
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency with the following process:
① Consult customer service manager Zhang Jing by phone to confirm departure date and availability
② Provide participant information (name, valid ID number, contact information)
③ Sign an electronic travel contract (supports online signing)
④ Pay a deposit of 2,000 yuan per person (balance to be paid 7 days before departure)
⑤ Receive a pre-departure manual (including equipment list and precautions) 3 days before departure
[Service Guarantees:Multiple Peace-of-Mind Commitments]
❶ Vehicle Guarantees:Select vehicles less than 3 years old and conduct daily pre-departure inspections
❷ Personnel Qualifications:Drivers hold A1 licenses + over 5 years of high-altitude driving experience
❸ Emergency Plans:Equipped with satellite phones, snow chains, and first aid supplies
❹ Insurance Coverage:Travel agency liability insurance + 500,000 yuan travel accident insurance
❺ Flexible Changes:In case of extreme weather, both parties will negotiate to change the itinerary order

❸ Luxury Off-Road Experience: Utilize 7-seater luxury business vehicles (e.g., Mercedes-Benz Vito) throughout the journey, recommending 6 passengers per vehicle with efforts to provide window seats for all, equipped with onboard charging, first aid kits, and other facilities.[Pre-Departure Essentials:Key Information Summary]
▶ Document Requirements:Original valid ID + pass (for Baihaba)
▶ Equipment Recommendations:Windbreaker, hiking boots, sunscreen, polarizing filter
▶ Communication Conditions:2G signal in the Kanas dual-lake area, recommend downloading offline maps
▶ Special Note:
Daily driving time controlled within 4 hours with scheduled rest stops
Activate emergency plan if shuttle bus queue exceeds 1 hour in scenic areas
Provide bottled water and fresh fruit supplies throughout the journey
(Specific itinerary arrangements and fees are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Prices may fluctuate based on market supply and demand, and the final agreement shall be based on the travel contract signed by both parties.)
[In-Depth Experience:Travel Design Beyond the Ordinary]
▶ Special Morning Mist Photography:Guides check weather data in advance and arrive at photography spots during optimal times
▶ Cultural Immersion Experience:Arrange a 3-hour visit to a Tuva family to learn traditional fur ski making
▶ Ecological Protection Practices:Equip vehicles with garbage sorting bags and participate in Kanas environmental protection public welfare actions
▶ Food Exploration Plan:Take you to find the “most authentic grilled dogfish” stall at the Burqin River Embankment Night Market
This carefully designed route will take you through four landforms: deserts, grasslands, forests, and lakes. Under the protection of a professional team, you will deeply feel the grandeur and secrets of Northern Xinjiang. Whether you are a photography enthusiast, nature explorer, or cultural experience seeker, you will find your own wonderful moments on this journey.

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