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Star-Rated Travel Guide✨:Kanas Folk Culture In-Depth Carpooling Tour – Stay in a Tuwa Wooden Cabin, Unlock the Secret Realms of Northern Xinjiang
[Route Highlights:Immersive Folk Culture Experience + Full Coverage of Core Attractions]
The legends of Kanas Lake, the morning mist and starry skies of Hemu Village, the border charm of Baihaba—this carpooling route will take you deep into the heart of northern Xinjiang, avoiding the superficial sightseeing of conventional tour groups. Over 6 days, unlock three major secret realms:
Kanas Scenic Area:Take the shuttle bus to explore the ‘Color-Changing Lake,’ ascend Guanyu Platform for a panoramic view of the lake and mountains, and hike the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay) to experience the symphony of forest and stream.
Hemu Village:Stay in a traditional Tuwa wooden cabin, ride a horse through the birch forest at dawn to chase the morning mist, and lie on the meadow at night to watch the Milky Way pour down.
Baihaba Village:After obtaining a border pass, visit the ‘Northwestern First Village’ on the China-Kazakhstan border, take photos with the border scenery, and feel the vastness of the desert solitude.
Special Arrangements During the Itinerary:
Folk Culture Interaction:Learn to make the ‘Hoomii’ instrument, the Chuwur, from Tuwa elders, and participate in a dairy wine brewing experience.
Stargazing Class:A professional guide will explain the constellations of northern Xinjiang and provide telescopes for observation.
Photography Guidance:Receive shooting parameter suggestions for scenes like the Kanas morning mist and Hemu starry skies.
Star-Rated Travel Guide✨: Kanas Folk Culture In-Depth Carpooling Tour – Stay in a Tuwa Wooden Cabin, Unlock the Secret Realms of Northern Xinjiang[Simplified Itinerary for June 2026]
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi → Beitun City (approx. 480 km, 6 hours by car)
14:00 Free time at Urumqi International Grand Bazaar to purchase dry goods like nang (bread) and cheese.
16:00 Depart in a 7-seat business vehicle along National Highway G216 through the Gurbantunggut Desert, with a stop at the Kalamaili Mountain Ungulate Nature Reserve to observe wild horses.
22:00 Arrive in Beitun City, check into a hotel, and enjoy a local cold-water fish banquet.
Day 2:Beitun → Kanas (approx. 280 km, 5 hours by car)
08:00 Cross the Irtysh River Canyon and photograph the Yardang landforms at Burqin Colorful Beach.
13:00 Arrive at Jiadengyu, transfer to a shuttle bus, tour Kanas Lake, and ascend Guanyu Platform (additional 20 RMB ticket required).
19:00 Check into a wooden cabin inside the scenic area and attend a Tuwa bonfire party after dinner.
Day 3:In-Depth Kanas Tour → Hemu (approx. 35 km, 1 hour by car)
06:00 Hike to Fairy Bay to photograph the morning mist, then return to the cabin for breakfast.
[Route Highlights: Immersive Folk Culture Experience + Full Coverage of Core Attractions]09:00 Tour the Three Bays by shuttle bus, with a 2-hour light hike along the Moon Bay boardwalk.
14:00 Head to Hemu Village, check into a Tuwa wooden cabin, and enjoy free time:Horseback riding (150 RMB/hour), archery (30 RMB/10 arrows), or sketching.
20:00 Ascend Hadeng Platform to photograph the Hemu sunset, and enjoy a local hot pot with kvass for dinner.
Day 4:Full Day in Hemu → Baihaba (approx. 50 km, 1.5 hours by car)
06:30 Photograph the Hemu morning mist, return to the cabin for breakfast, then enjoy free time.
12:00 Take the shuttle bus to Baihaba and obtain a border pass (bring valid ID).
15:00 Tour the China-Kazakhstan border scenery and grand canyon, and take photos at the ‘Northwestern First Sentinel Post.’
19:00 Check into a Baihaba wooden cabin and attend a border story-sharing session after dinner.
Day 5:Baihaba → Burqin (approx. 180 km, 3 hours by car)
08:00 Photograph the Baihaba sunrise, then enjoy free time before returning to Burqin.
The legends of Kanas Lake, the morning mist and starry skies of Hemu Village, the border charm of Baihaba—this carpooling route will take you deep into the heart of northern Xinjiang, avoiding the superficial sightseeing of conventional tour groups. Over 6 days, unlock three major secret realms:12:00 Enjoy cold-water fish from the Irtysh River, recommended: dogfish served two ways (steamed and braised).
15:00 Tour the Devil City (42 RMB admission) and photograph the wind-eroded landforms at sunset.
20:00 Check into a Burqin hotel and stroll the Sino-Russian Old Wharf风情 Street at night.
Day 6:Burqin → Urumqi (approx. 600 km, 8 hours by car)
09:00 Cross the Junggar Basin, with a stop at the Karamay Oil Field viewpoint.
17:00 Arrive at Urumqi Diwopu Airport; flights after 20:00 are recommended.
[Price Information for June 2026]
Basic Carpooling Package (4-6 people per vehicle):
Transportation + Accommodation:2,980 RMB/person (includes 7-seat business vehicle, 5 nights’ accommodation)
Package Including Specified Itinerary Items:3,980 RMB/person (includes transportation, accommodation, admission tickets, 3 main meals)
:800 RMB/person (single travelers will be matched for shared rooms; special cases require negotiation)
Kanas Scenic Area: Take the shuttle bus to explore the ‘Color-Changing Lake,’ ascend Guanyu Platform for a panoramic view of the lake and mountains, and hike the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay) to experience the symphony of forest and stream.Inclusions:
Transportation:7-seat business vehicle (includes driver, fuel, tolls)
Accommodation:Wooden cabins inside Kanas/Hemu/Baihaba scenic areas (with floor heating and private bathrooms), 3-star hotels in Beitun/Burqin
Admission Tickets:Kanas: 160 RMB + shuttle bus 70 RMB; Hemu: 50 RMB + shuttle bus 52 RMB; Devil City: 42 RMB; Baihaba: 75 RMB
Meals:Includes 3 main meals (Burqin cold-water fish banquet, Hemu local hot pot, Kanas group meal)
Services:Professional guide, border pass assistance, travel accident insurance
Exclusions:
Guanyu Platform 20 RMB, personal expenses like horseback riding
Round-trip transportation to/from Urumqi
Additional expenses due to force majeure
Hemu Village: Stay in a traditional Tuwa wooden cabin, ride a horse through the birch forest at dawn to chase the morning mist, and lie on the meadow at night to watch the Milky Way pour down.[Registration Method]
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for departure dates, availability, and contract details. Groups form daily; book at least 7 days in advance. Mid-to-late June is peak season; secure popular dates early.
[Service Information]
Vehicle Configuration:Each vehicle is equipped with a first aid kit, car charger, and bottled water. Daily driving does not exceed 10 hours. All drivers hold A1 licenses and are familiar with northern Xinjiang road conditions.
Accommodation Guarantee:Wooden cabins inside scenic areas pass fire safety inspections and provide 24-hour hot water and electric blankets. Burqin hotels include breakfast.
Emergency Plan:If the Dukou Highway is closed (usually opens in mid-June), the route will divert via National Highway G217, adding 1 hour of driving time without affecting scenic area tours.
Special Reminders:Hemu Village has large temperature variations between day and night; bring a windbreaker in June. For Baihaba, ensure your passport/valid ID is within its validity period for the border pass.
[Compliance Reminder]
Prices and availability are subject to contract confirmation and may fluctuate by departure date. The signed contract shall prevail.
The itinerary involves border areas; strictly follow the guide’s instructions and do not leave the group擅自.
Specific service content is subject to the ‘Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Contract.’ Read the terms carefully before registering.
From the mysteries of Kanas Lake to the vibrant life of Hemu Village, this 6-day carpooling route connects the essence of northern Xinjiang. Stay in a Tuwa wooden cabin, fall asleep to the sound of pine trees, and watch the morning mist drift over the mountaintops—this is not just a trip, but a profound dialogue with nature.
Contact Manager Guo Jing at 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send your itinerary and quotation.

