Altay Travel Charter Custom Route Depart from Urumqi Freely

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🚐 Want to start from Urumqi and easily explore Altay? Don’t want to be tied down by fixed itineraries but still want hassle-free transportation? Choosing ‘customized car rental and customized routes’ is a good idea. This guide will analyze how to plan an exclusive Altay trip from the perspective of a ‘family/friends small group’.
🗺 ️ Altay:Why is it worth a special visit?
Altay Prefecture is located in northern Xinjiang, bordering multiple countries. It is an ideal place to enjoy diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, forests, lakes, and grasslands.
Kanas Scenic Area:A national 5A-level scenic area, including Kanas Lake, Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay), and Fish Viewing Platform. It is the core of many people’s northern Xinjiang trip.
Hemu Village:Also a national 5A-level scenic area, known as ‘God’s private plot’. It retains the traditional Tuva village style, with wooden houses, birch forests, river valleys, and distant snow-capped mountains forming a peaceful picture. It is an excellent spot for watching sunrise, morning mist, and starry skies.
Keketuohai National Geopark:A national 5A-level scenic area, famous for geological landscapes like the Irtysh Grand Canyon and Bell Mountain. It also has the ‘Meritorious Mine Pit’ No. 3 Mine Pit, known as a ‘Natural Geological Museum’.
Colorful Beach:A national 4A-level scenic area, a typical yardang landform. At dusk, the two sides of the Irtysh River present a peculiar landscape of one river separating two banks with two different worlds.
Sea Demon City:Located on the east bank of Jili Lake in Fuhai County, it combines yardang landforms with lake scenery, famous for being a film location.
S21 Desert Highway:A desert expressway connecting Urumqi and Altay Prefecture, crossing the Gurbantunggut Desert. Along the way, you can enjoy spectacular desert landscapes.
💡 Warm Tips
The temperature difference between day and night in Altay is large. Even in summer, you need to bring a jacket in the mountainous areas.
UV rays are strong; sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses are recommended.

🚐 Want to start from Urumqi and easily explore Altay? Don’t want to be tied down by fixed itineraries but still want hassle-free transportation? Choosing ‘customized car rental and customized routes’ is a good idea. This guide will analyze how to plan an exclusive Altay trip from the perspective of a ‘family/friends small group’. When going to border areas (such as Baihaba), you need to bring valid documents and cooperate with inspections.
🗓 ️ 7-Day Classic Loop Reference Itinerary
Below is a reference for a 7-day Altay small loop starting from Urumqi. You can use this as a basis and discuss changes with the travel agency.
Day 1:Arrive in Urumqi → Free Time
Itinerary:Upon arrival, the driver will pick you up and take you to the hotel. The rest of the day is free. You can visit the International Grand Bazaar, Hongshan Park, etc., to experience the city’s vibe, or try local foods like big plate chicken and baked buns.
Accommodation:Hotel in Urumqi city center.
Day 2:Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Fuyun
Itinerary:After breakfast, head to the national 5A-level scenic area [Tianshan Tianchi] to visit classic spots like Shimen Yixian and Longtan Biyue (about 3-4 hours). Then pass through the Gurbantunggut Desert and arrive in Fuyun County in the evening to check in.
Accommodation:Hotel in Fuyun County.
Day 3:Fuyun → Keketuohai → Beitun
Itinerary:After breakfast, visit [Keketuohai National Geopark] (about 3-4 hours) to enjoy geological wonders like the canyon and Bell Mountain. Then visit the ‘Meritorious Mine Pit’ No. 3 Mine Pit (about 1-2 hours). Arrive in Beitun City in the evening to check in.
Accommodation:Hotel in Beitun City.

🗺️ Altay: Why is it worth a special visit?Day 4:Beitun → Kanas → Hemu
Itinerary:After breakfast, enter [Kanas Scenic Area] (about 4-5 hours). Take the scenic shuttle to visit Wolong Bay, Moon Bay, Fairy Bay, etc. In the evening, head to [Hemu Village] to check in and enjoy the dusk scenery of river valleys, wooden houses, and birch forests.
Accommodation:Wooden house or inn in Hemu Village.
Day 5:Hemu → Colorful Beach → Burqin
Itinerary:In the early morning, climb the Haden Observation Deck to watch the sunrise and morning mist over Hemu Village. After breakfast, head to [Colorful Beach] (about 1-2 hours) to enjoy the yardang and oasis scenery on both sides of the Irtysh River. Arrive in Burqin in the evening and visit the riverbank night market for local cold-water fish and other foods.
Accommodation:Hotel in Burqin County.
Day 6:Burqin → Sea Demon City → S21 Desert Highway → Urumqi
Itinerary:After breakfast, visit [Sea Demon City] (about 1-2 hours) to experience the combination of yardang landforms and lakes. Then return to Urumqi along the S21 Desert Highway, enjoying desert scenery along the way.
Accommodation:Hotel in Urumqi city center.
Day 7:Urumqi → Departure
Itinerary:Based on your flight or train time, the driver will provide drop-off service, ending the trip.
💰 Price Explanation

Altay Prefecture is located in northern Xinjiang, bordering multiple countries. It is an ideal place to enjoy diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, forests, lakes, and grasslands.Reference Information:The market reference price for a 7-day group tour is about 3000 yuan per person, usually requiring at least 4 people to form a group and booking about 15 days in advance.
Price Fluctuation Factors:The actual price is affected by travel time (peak/off-peak), number of people, vehicle type, hotel standard, whether meals are included, and other factors.
Final Confirmation:All price information is for reference only. The specific cost is subject to the travel contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📞 How to Register and Inquire
To customize an exclusive itinerary, you can contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency through the following methods:
Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2233
Inquiry Content:Inform the number of travelers, travel dates, budget, preferred attractions, etc., to get a preliminary plan and quote.
Signing and Payment:After confirming the plan, sign a formal travel contract and complete payment.

No worries about traveling across northern and southern Xinjiang. Professional customized car rental and customized free travel. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency landline hotline: 0991-8866234, exclusive customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (same number for WeChat, addable).
Pre-Trip Preparation:Before departure, the driver will contact you to confirm the pickup time and precautions.
💡 Detailed Explanation of Fees and Services
1. Included Items (Example)
Transportation:Full-trip vehicle and driver service.
Accommodation:Room type at hotels or inns listed in the itinerary.

Kanas Scenic Area: A national 5A-level scenic area, including Kanas Lake, Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay), and Fish Viewing Platform. It is the core of many people’s northern Xinjiang trip.Tickets:First entrance tickets and shuttle bus tickets for scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Others:Travel agency service fee and agreed meals (if any).
2. Excluded Items (Example)
Major Transportation:Round-trip air or train tickets to Urumqi.
Personal Expenses:Extra consumption in hotels, tickets for attractions outside the itinerary, self-funded items, etc.
Others:Additional costs due to force majeure and expenses not mentioned in the itinerary.
3. Service Description
Driver Service:The driver is familiar with the road conditions, responsible for driving and luggage handling, and can provide basic route and attraction explanations.
Itinerary Changes:In case of force majeure such as weather or road conditions, both parties can negotiate reasonable changes to the itinerary.
Room Sharing Explanation:For solo travelers, the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing; if not possible, a single supplement is required.
Final Confirmation:All service content and prices are subject to the travel contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
🚗 Vehicle Selection Guide

Hemu Village: Also a national 5A-level scenic area, known as ‘God’s private plot’. It retains the traditional Tuva village style, with wooden houses, birch forests, river valleys, and distant snow-capped mountains forming a peaceful picture. It is an excellent spot for watching sunrise, morning mist, and starry skies.Choosing the right vehicle can make the trip more comfortable. Below are reference scenarios for different vehicle types:
7-Seat Minivan/MPV (e.g., Buick GL8)
Applicable:2-6 person small groups seeking comfort and luggage space.
Features:Spacious seats, convenient luggage storage, good riding experience.
13-15 Seat Minibus
Applicable:8-14 person family/friend groups or small team building, balancing comfort and cost.
Features:Larger space, suitable for long-distance travel, cost-effective choice.
18-19 Seat Midibus
Applicable:15-18 person teams, such as company or club outings.
Features:Reasonable seat layout, ample luggage space, suitable for medium and short trips.
37-38 Seat Coach
Applicable:Large teams of 30+ people, such as school or corporate team building.

Keketuohai National Geopark: A national 5A-level scenic area, famous for geological landscapes like the Irtysh Grand Canyon and Bell Mountain. It also has the ‘Meritorious Mine Pit’ No. 3 Mine Pit, known as a ‘Natural Geological Museum’.Features:Large passenger capacity, relatively complete facilities, suitable for long-distance travel.
55-Seat Coach
Applicable:Large teams or tour groups seeking unified travel.
Features:Large space, many seats, standard configuration for large teams.
💰 Vehicle Price Reference
7-Seat Vehicle:XXX yuan/day
13-Seat Vehicle:XXX yuan/day
15-Seat Vehicle:XXX yuan/day
18-Seat Vehicle:XXX yuan/day
19-Seat Vehicle:XXX yuan/day
37-Seat Vehicle:XXX yuan/day
38-Seat Vehicle:XXX yuan/day
55-Seat Vehicle:XXX yuan/day
> Note:The above prices are for reference only. The specific vehicle price is subject to customer service quotes!
For Xinjiang travel, choose Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Customized car rental for travel is worry-free and reliable. Landline number: 0991-8866234. Customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233.