Urumqi to Kanas Private Car, Direct to Altay Hemu Kanas Scenic Area

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s senior Xinjiang travel customizer Guo Jing, specializing in customized car rentals, carpooling, and worry-free group tours across Xinjiang. Whether traveling solo, with family, or with friends, we can match you with the right travel plan. 24-hour travel consultation hotline: 0991-8585456, WeChat same number 181-3962-2229, online around the clock to plan your Xinjiang journey.
Exploring Northern Xinjiang:Ultimate Guide to Customized Car Rental Deep Tour from Urumqi to Kanas 🚗✨
1. Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination
The Kanas and Hemu scenic areas in Northern Xinjiang are representative regions of Xinjiang’s natural beauty. Here you’ll find alpine lakes, primeval forests, vast grasslands, and unique ethnic villages. The scenery changes with the seasons—lush green in summer, colorful forests in autumn, and snow-covered landscapes in winter—attracting countless visitors to explore.
Kanas Scenic Area:Centered around Kanas Lake, the water is crystal clear, displaying a magical blend of blue and green that shifts with the light. The lake is surrounded by dense forests with misty clouds swirling around the mountains, creating a picturesque scene. The Fish Viewing Platform within the scenic area offers a panoramic view of Kanas Lake, while Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, and Sleeping Dragon Bay (collectively known as the “Three Bays”) each have distinct water formations, making it a paradise for photography enthusiasts.
Hemu Village: A primitive village surrounded by birch forests and snow-capped mountains, preserving traditional wooden house architecture. At dawn, when the first rays of sunlight touch the village, with mist swirling and cooking smoke rising, it looks like a stunning painting. Here, visitors can experience authentic ethnic life and feel the tranquility and beauty of nature.
Altay Region: Besides Kanas and Hemu, the Altay region also features the Keketuohai National Geopark, famous for Bell Mountain Canyon, the Irtysh Grand Canyon, and Mine No. 3, suitable for light hiking and appreciating unique geological landscapes. Colorful Beach (Wucaitan) is renowned for its typical Yardang landform, facing the Irtysh River across the bank. At sunset, the colors are intense, making it an excellent spot for shooting spectacular scenery.

Exploring Northern Xinjiang: Ultimate Guide to Customized Car Rental Deep Tour from Urumqi to Kanas 🚗✨2. Simple Itinerary
Here is a 7-day customized car rental deep tour itinerary from Urumqi directly to the Altay Hemu Kanas scenic area:
Day 1:Arrival in Urumqi
After arriving in Urumqi, check into a downtown hotel and acclimate to the climate. Visitors can explore freely, visit the International Grand Bazaar to experience the rich ethnic culture and taste local specialties, or visit the Xinjiang Museum to learn about Xinjiang’s history and culture.
Day 2:Urumqi—Keketuohai
Depart from Urumqi in the morning and head to Keketuohai along the expressway, approximately 480 km with a driving time of about 6-7 hours. Arrive at Keketuohai National Geopark in the afternoon, tour Bell Mountain Canyon, appreciate the unique geological landscapes, and marvel at nature’s craftsmanship. Stay overnight at a hotel in Fuyun County in the evening.

1. Detailed Introduction to the Route or DestinationDay 3:Keketuohai—Kanas Scenic Area
After breakfast, depart from Fuyun County to the Kanas Scenic Area, approximately 300 km including mountain roads, with a driving time of about 5 hours. After arriving in the afternoon, take the shuttle bus into the scenic area, enjoying the beautiful natural scenery along the way. Check in at Jiadengyu or Kanas Village (depending on room availability and reservations), then rest briefly and explore the scenic area freely.
Day 4:Kanas Deep Tour
Spend the whole day exploring the Kanas Scenic Area in depth. You can hike the “Three Bays” to enjoy different perspectives of the lake and mountains, climb to the Fish Viewing Platform for a panoramic view of Kanas Lake, or take a boat ride (depending on availability) to experience the clarity and tranquility of the lake up close. In the evening, head to Hemu Village and stay in a Hemu wooden cabin, experiencing the night in this primitive village.
Day 5:Hemu Village—Colorful Beach—Burqin
Early morning, head to the Hemu Village viewing platform to watch the sunrise over the sea of clouds and enjoy the beautiful morning scenery. Then return to Hemu Village and stroll through the village, soaking in the peaceful atmosphere. At noon, depart from Hemu Village via Burqin to Colorful Beach, approximately 200 km with a driving time of about 3-4 hours. Upon arrival at Colorful Beach, capture the sunset scenery and admire the magnificent view of the Yardang landform set against the Irtysh River. Stay overnight at a hotel in Burqin County town in the evening and taste local specialties such as grilled fish.
Day 6:Burqin—Urumqi

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s Guo Jing, a senior travel customizer with 10 years of deep experience in Xinjiang tourism, specializing in one-stop services for customized car rentals, carpooling, and group tours in Xinjiang. 24-hour consultation: 0991-8585456, WeChat same number 181-3962-2229, online around the clock to plan your Xinjiang journey.
The Kanas and Hemu scenic areas in Northern Xinjiang are representative regions of Xinjiang’s natural beauty. Here you’ll find alpine lakes, primeval forests, vast grasslands, and unique ethnic villages. The scenery changes with the seasons—lush green in summer, colorful forests in autumn, and snow-covered landscapes in winter—attracting countless visitors to explore.After breakfast, depart from Burqin and return to Urumqi, approximately 650 km with a driving time of about 8-9 hours. Take breaks along the way and enjoy the roadside scenery. Arrive in Urumqi in the evening and check into a downtown hotel.
Day 7:Urumqi Airport/Train Station Drop-off
After breakfast, arrange airport or train station drop-off service according to your flight or train schedule, concluding your pleasant Northern Xinjiang tour.
3. Price Description
Customized car rental fees vary by vehicle type and season. In summer 2026, common 7-seat business vehicles (such as Buick GL8, Toyota Hiace) cost approximately 1200-1600 yuan/day for customized rental, typically including vehicle rental, driver service, fuel, tolls, and vehicle insurance. The driver’s meals and accommodation are arranged with assistance from visitors or negotiated separately per industry practice, usually 150-200 yuan/day.
Scenic area tickets and shuttle bus prices follow 2026 standards, for example, Kanas peak season ticket 160 yuan/person + sightseeing bus 110 yuan/person, Hemu ticket 50 yuan/person + shuttle bus 52 yuan/person. The above prices are for reference only; actual quotes may vary based on route length, rental days, specific vehicle model, and departure date, subject to final confirmation and the terms of the signed vehicle rental contract.

Kanas Scenic Area: Centered around Kanas Lake, the water is crystal clear, displaying a magical blend of blue and green that shifts with the light. The lake is surrounded by dense forests with misty clouds swirling around the mountains, creating a picturesque scene. The Fish Viewing Platform within the scenic area offers a panoramic view of Kanas Lake, while Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, and Sleeping Dragon Bay (collectively known as the “Three Bays”) each have distinct water formations, making it a paradise for photography enthusiasts.4. How to Register
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Visitors can call the consultation hotline 181-3962-2229 or add WeChat 181-3962-2229 to contact customer service, providing travel dates, number of people, preferred vehicle type, and points of interest. Customer service will assist in planning the itinerary, reserving vehicles, and providing real-time quotes.
5. Fee Description and Service Description
Fee Description
Customized car rental fees include vehicle usage, fuel, tolls, parking, driver service, and vehicle insurance.
Not included: visitors’ personal meals, accommodation, scenic area tickets, and shuttle bus fees.

Hemu Village: A primitive village surrounded by birch forests and snow-capped mountains, preserving traditional wooden house architecture. At dawn, when the first rays of sunlight touch the village, with mist swirling and cooking smoke rising, it looks like a stunning painting. Here, visitors can experience authentic ethnic life and feel the tranquility and beauty of nature. Driver meal and accommodation costs are typically arranged with assistance from visitors or negotiated separately per industry practice.
Service Description
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency has a fleet of compliant commercial vehicles covering all of Xinjiang, ranging from 7-seat business vehicles to 55-seat coaches. All vehicles are licensed for tourism operations, regularly inspected by transport authorities, fully insured, and in good condition.
Equipped with local drivers familiar with road conditions across Northern and Southern Xinjiang, with an average driving experience of over 8 years, capable of handling complex environments such as mountain roads, winding roads, rain, and snow, with patient and attentive service.
Itineraries are planned through one-on-one communication with professional customizers, dynamically optimizing routes based on season, weather, and scenic area policies. Reasonable itinerary changes can be made upon mutual agreement.
Provide formal tourism contracts that clearly define the rights and responsibilities of both parties, with transparent pricing and no vague clauses. Itinerary details are confirmed in advance to avoid disputes upon arrival.
Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
In this land of Northern Xinjiang, scenic areas like Kanas and Hemu shine like brilliant pearls, radiating unique charm. Choosing customized car rental allows you to explore this beautiful land more freely and comfortably, experiencing the wonders and magnificence of nature. Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency now to start your Northern Xinjiang journey!
For 2026 Xinjiang travel customized car rental, customization, or carpooling tours, welcome to inquire (24-hour consultation hotline: 0991-8585456). Xinjiang custom travel manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for customization.