2026 Altay Kanas Late September Charter Car Prices Northern Xinjiang 10 Day Loop Charter with Driver Quote

2026 Xinjiang Tourism Customized Vehicle Price List. Guo Jing, senior Xinjiang tourism carpooling small-group customization specialist at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, focuses on one-stop tourism services across the whole region including customized vehicles, carpooling, and worry-free group tours. Whether traveling solo, with family, or with friends, a suitable travel plan can be matched. 24-hour tourism consultation channel: 0991-8585456, WeChat same number 181-3962-2229, online around the clock to plan your Xinjiang journey.
Star and moon icon✨ [2026 Northern Xinjiang Kanas In-Depth Loop:Customized Vehicle Independent Travel Full Guide]
Northern Xinjiang in late September is a overturned palette—golden birch forests, deep blue Kanas Lake, and misty Hemu Village form a flowing oil painting. If you want to deeply experience the autumn romance of this land, customized vehicle independent travel is an ideal choice. This article provides practical reference for travelers planning a late September 2026 trip from perspectives including route design, customized vehicle services, and cost composition.
I. Route Highlights and Destination Details
This designed 10-day loop takes the Altay region as the core, connecting the three core scenic areas of Kanas, Hemu, and Baihaba, extending to Northern Xinjiang landmark attractions such as Sayram Lake and Urho Ghost City, balancing natural scenery and cultural experience.
Kanas Scenic Area
As the “pearl” of Northern Xinjiang, Kanas Lake is famous as a color-changing lake. In late September the lake water presents a deep blue-green, forming a strong visual impact with the surrounding colorful forests. Within the scenic area, you can hike the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay), or take a boat tour on the lake. Current opening hours are 8:30-19:30 daily, ticket 160 yuan/person, shuttle bus ticket 70 yuan/person (prices refer to the 2026 scenic area public notice, specifics subject to contract).
Hemu Village
Rated by “Chinese National Geography” as one of “China’s most beautiful villages,” Hemu Village in late September is filled with morning mist, wooden houses with cooking smoke contrasting with golden birch forests. In the village you can experience horseback riding, Tuvan family visits, and other activities. Current Hemu Scenic Area ticket 50 yuan/person, shuttle bus ticket 52 yuan/person (prices refer to the 2026 scenic area public notice, specifics subject to contract).
Baihaba Village

Star and moon icon✨ [2026 Northern Xinjiang Kanas In-Depth Loop: Customized Vehicle Independent Travel Full Guide] Located on the China-Kazakhstan border, the “No. 1 Village in the Northwest” requires a permit in advance (can be obtained free of charge at the Kanas Scenic Area transfer center). The village retains original wooden house architecture; in autumn the layered forests are fully colored, making it a paradise for photography enthusiasts. Current ticket 30 yuan/person, shuttle bus ticket 45 yuan/person (prices refer to the 2026 scenic area public notice, specifics subject to contract).
Sayram Lake
Driving around the lake is an excellent way to experience the “last tear of the Atlantic.” In late September the lakeside grasslands gradually turn yellow, forming a warm-cold contrast with the deep blue lake water. Current ticket 145 yuan/person (including self-driving around-lake fee, prices refer to the 2026 scenic area public notice, specifics subject to contract).
Ghost City
Urho Ghost City is known for its Yardang landform. In the evening the wind howls, and the setting sun dyes the earth mounds orange-red, creating a strong visual impact. Current ticket 42 yuan/person, mini-train ticket 20 yuan/person (prices refer to the 2026 scenic area public notice, specifics subject to contract).
II. 10-Day Simple Itinerary Reference
Day1-2:Urumqi Assembly
After arriving in Urumqi, you can visit the International Grand Bazaar to experience the customs of various ethnic groups and taste baked samsa, hand-grabbed rice, and other foods. The next day, purchase travel supplies (such as warm clothing, snacks, etc.) and adapt to the time difference.
Day3:Urumqi-Keketuohai

Northern Xinjiang in late September is a overturned palette—golden birch forests, deep blue Kanas Lake, and misty Hemu Village form a flowing oil painting. If you want to deeply experience the autumn romance of this land, customized vehicle independent travel is an ideal choice. This article provides practical reference for travelers planning a late September 2026 trip from perspectives including route design, customized vehicle services, and cost composition.Head north along National Highway G216, passing through the Gurbantunggut Desert, and arrive in the evening at Keketuohai National Geopark to visit Zhongshan and the Irtysh Grand Canyon. Current Keketuohai ticket 120 yuan/person (prices refer to the 2026 scenic area public notice, specifics subject to contract).
Day4:Keketuohai-Burqin
Cross the Kalamaili Mountain Ungulate Nature Reserve, arrive in Burqin County in the evening, and take a night tour of Wucaitan Scenic Area (current ticket 45 yuan/person, prices refer to the 2026 scenic area public notice, specifics subject to contract), enjoying the colorful hills on both banks of the Irtysh River.
Day5:Burqin-Kanas
Enter the Kanas Scenic Area via Jiadengyu, transfer to the shuttle bus to visit the Three Bays, and in the evening climb the Fish Watching Platform to overlook the panoramic view of Kanas Lake. Overnight in a small wooden house inside the scenic area (current reference price 800-1500 yuan/night, specifics subject to contract).
Day6:Kanas-Baihaba
After obtaining the permit, go to Baihaba Village, hike the China-Kazakhstan border grand canyon, and experience the unique feeling of “standing in two countries with one foot.” Overnight in a wooden house in the village (current reference price 600-1200 yuan/night, specifics subject to contract).
Day7:Baihaba-Hemu
Drive down the winding mountain road to Hemu Village, ride horses to Meili Peak in the afternoon, and in the evening shoot the panoramic view of the village from the Hadeng Platform. Overnight in a Hemu wooden house (current reference price 600-1200 yuan/night, specifics subject to contract).

I. Route Highlights and Destination DetailsDay8:Hemu-Urho
After shooting the Hemu morning mist in the early morning, drive to Urho Ghost City and shoot the sunset over the Yardang landform in the evening. Overnight in Karamay City (current hotel reference price 300-600 yuan/night, specifics subject to contract).
Day9:Urho-Sayram Lake
Head west along the Lianhuo Expressway, cross the Guozigou Bridge, arrive at Sayram Lake in the evening, and drive around the lake to the Golden Flowers and Purple Blooms viewpoint to shoot the sunset. Overnight at the lakeside RV campsite (current reference price 800-1500 yuan/night, specifics subject to contract).
Day10:Sayram Lake-Urumqi

Guo Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, a senior travel customization specialist with 10 years of deep experience in Xinjiang tourism, focuses on one-stop services including Xinjiang customized vehicles, carpooling, and group tours. 24-hour consultation: 0991-8585456, WeChat same number 181-3962-2229, online around the clock to plan Xinjiang journeys for everyone.
After shooting the Sayram Lake sunrise in the early morning, return, optionally stopping at Kuitun Grand Canyon or Dushanzi Grand Canyon (current ticket 30-60 yuan/person, prices refer to the 2026 scenic area public notice, specifics subject to contract), and arrive in Urumqi in the evening to end the itinerary.
III. Customized Vehicle Cost Explanation (2026 Reference)
Customized vehicle costs are affected by factors such as vehicle model, season, and itinerary days. Below are reference quotes for a 10-day loop in late September:
Vehicle Model Selection:

This designed 10-day loop takes the Altay region as the core, connecting the three core scenic areas of Kanas, Hemu, and Baihaba, extending to Northern Xinjiang landmark attractions such as Sayram Lake and Ghost City, balancing natural scenery and cultural experience.5-seat SUV (such as Toyota RAV4, Haval H6):800-1000 yuan/day
7-seat business vehicle (such as Buick GL8, Maxus G10):1200-1500 yuan/day
9-seat business vehicle (such as Mercedes-Benz Vito, Ford Transit):1600-2000 yuan/day
Cost includes:
Vehicle usage fee, fuel fee, toll fee, driver service fee, driver food and accommodation subsidy
Cost excludes:
Scenic area tickets, shuttle bus tickets, accommodation fee, meal fee, personal consumption
Driver food and accommodation arrangements:
By mutual agreement, the travel agency may book driver accommodation (cost shared by tourists), or provide a daily subsidy of 300 yuan for the driver’s food and accommodation

Kanas Scenic AreaPrice fluctuation explanation:
Late September is the peak tourism season in Northern Xinjiang, and customized vehicle prices may rise by 20%-30% compared with ordinary days; specific costs are subject to confirmation at contract signing and may change with market supply and demand.
IV. Registration Method and Service Explanation
Registration is available through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, providing the following services:
Customized itinerary:Change attraction order and stay time according to tourist needs
Vehicle dispatch:Provide multiple vehicle model choices, strive for good vehicle condition
Driver training:All drivers are licensed and familiar with Northern Xinjiang road conditions and attractions
Emergency support:Equipped with in-vehicle first-aid kits, anti-skid chains, and other equipment to respond to emergencies
Cost explanation and service explanation:

As the “pearl” of Northern Xinjiang, Kanas Lake is famous as a color-changing lake. In late September the lake water presents a deep blue-green, forming a strong visual impact with the surrounding colorful forests. Within the scenic area, you can hike the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay), or take a boat tour on the lake. Current opening hours are 8:30-19:30 daily, ticket 160 yuan/person, shuttle bus ticket 70 yuan/person (prices refer to the 2026 scenic area public notice, specifics subject to contract).Included cost items and standards are subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties
Accommodation and meal standards can be communicated and determined in advance, specifics subject to actual consultation and signing
Solo registrants will be assisted as much as possible in room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation
By mutual agreement, the itinerary may be reasonably changed (such as due to weather, policy, and other factors)
V. Travel Tips
Document preparation:Valid ID, driver’s license (if self-driving), permit (for Baihaba Village)
Clothing suggestions:Late September temperatures in Northern Xinjiang drop to 0-15°C; bring a windbreaker, warm pants, hat, and gloves
Photography equipment:Wide-angle lens (for landscapes), telephoto lens (for wildlife), tripod (for morning mist)
Vehicle inspection:Before customized vehicle use, confirm that vehicle insurance, spare tire, anti-skid chains, and other equipment are complete
Autumn in Northern Xinjiang is a love letter written to nature. Choosing customized vehicle independent travel allows you to avoid the rush of group tours while enjoying the localized service of a professional driver. In late September 2026, let us measure the autumn romance of this land with our wheels!
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