Altay Group Tour with Bonfire Party Experience 7 Day Tour Cost Recommended Itinerary Price
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
Sparkling Night: 7-Day In-Depth Cultural Experience of Altay Grasslands
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[Itinerary Highlights:Immersive Grassland Cultural Experience]
In 2026, the Altay tourism market will see new changes. Local travel agencies have launched the “In-Depth Grassland Cultural Experience Tour,” featuring bonfire parties as the core highlight, integrating Tuvan intangible cultural heritage displays, stargazing photography, local family visits, and other unique projects. The itinerary covers the three core scenic areas of Kanas, Hemu, and Koktokay, with special arrangements for two nights in characteristic wooden houses within the scenic areas to avoid peak tourist hours. According to data from the Xinjiang Culture and Tourism Department for the first quarter of 2026, tourist satisfaction with this itinerary reached 92.3%, with a 40% increase in repurchase rates compared to traditional routes.
Tour Highlights:
🔥 Daily Themed Bonfire Parties:Including Tuvan Suor笛 (a traditional reed instrument) performances, dance lessons in the Black Walking Horse dance for people of all ethnicities, and starry sky storytelling sessions
🌌 Stargazing Photography Session:Professional astronomical telescope observation point set up at Zhongshan in Koktokay
🐎 Local Family Life Experience:Participate in daily chores such as milking cows, making nang (a type of flatbread), and crafting cheese curds
🎨 Intangible Cultural Heritage Workshop:Learn birch bark painting and receive explanations on the craftsmanship of fur skis
[Simple Itinerary Arrangement]
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi
08:00-12:00 Pick-up at Urumqi Diwopu Airport and transfer to downtown hotel by private car
Sparkling Night: 7-Day In-Depth Cultural Experience of Altay Grasslands15:00-17:30 Visit the Xinjiang Museum, focusing on the “Niya Site” special exhibition
19:30 Welcome Dinner:Enjoy specialties such as roasted stuffed buns and hand-grabbed mutton
Day 2:Cross the Gurbantunggut Desert
07:30 After breakfast, depart by car for Fuyun County (approximately 5-hour drive)
12:30 Desert Highway Picnic:Simple meal provided including nang, watermelon, and braised beef
15:00 Visit the Kalamaili Mountain Ungulate Nature Reserve
19:00 Check into hotel in Fuyun County and experience hot spring foot baths
Day 3:Geological Exploration in Koktokay
08:30 Tour Zhongshan Scenic Area and hike the Irtysh Grand Canyon
12:00 Dine at the Geological Park Restaurant:Cold-water fish feast recommended
14:30 Visit Mine No. 3 to learn about its historical significance
20:00 Bonfire Party:Special invitation to local residents to demonstrate throat singing techniques
Day 4:Transfer to Hemu Village
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12:00 Ascend Haden Platform for panoramic village views
15:00 Participate in a Tuvan family visit and learn to make milk wine
19:30 Bonfire Party under the Starry Sky:Professional photography team provided for follow shots
Day 5:In-Depth Kanas Tour
08:00 Take the shuttle bus to tour the Three Bays (Fairy Bay/Moon Bay/Wolong Bay)
12:00 Hike to Guanyu Platform (1,068 steps)
15:00 Lakeside sketching experience (art supplies provided)
20:00 Bonfire Party by Kanas Lake:Drone light show arranged
Day 6:Wonders of the Colorful Beach
08:00 Depart by car for Burqin (approximately 3-hour drive)
12:00 Free dining at the Burqin Riverbank Night Market
16:00 Tour the Colorful Beach Scenic Area (sunset photography recommended)
[Itinerary Highlights: Immersive Grassland Cultural Experience]19:30 Bonfire Party:Learn traditional dances from various ethnic groups
Day 7:Return to Urumqi
08:00 Depart by car for Urumqi (approximately 6-hour drive)
14:00 Complimentary Xinjiang specialty gift package (dried fruits/dairy products)
16:00 Transfer to airport based on flight schedule
[Price Description (2026 Reference)]
Adult Price Range:4,980-5,680 RMB per person
Child Price (under 12 years old, no bed):3,280-3,880 RMB per person
Fees Include:
Transportation:Luxury tourist bus throughout (including snow tires)
Accommodation:6 nights of accommodation (including 4 nights in scenic area wooden houses)
Meals:11 main meals (including 3 special feasts)
In 2026, the Altay tourism market will see new changes. Local travel agencies have launched the “In-Depth Grassland Cultural Experience Tour,” featuring bonfire parties as the core highlight, integrating Tuvan intangible cultural heritage displays, stargazing photography, local family visits, and other unique projects. The itinerary covers the three core scenic areas of Kanas, Hemu, and Koktokay, with special arrangements for two nights in characteristic wooden houses within the scenic areas to avoid peak tourist hours. According to data from the Xinjiang Culture and Tourism Department for the first quarter of 2026, tourist satisfaction with this itinerary reached 92.3%, with a 40% increase in repurchase rates compared to traditional routes.Admission Tickets:First entrance tickets to all scenic areas included in the itinerary
Experiences:8 special activities including bonfire parties and intangible cultural heritage workshops
Insurance:600,000 RMB per person travel accident insurance
Price Fluctuation Notes:
15%-20% increase during peak season (June-August)
25%-30% increase during photography season (September-October)
9.5% discount for bookings made 30 days in advance
Subject to actual consultation and contract signing
[Registration Method]
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Customer service manager Zhang Jing will provide you with:
Real-time seat availability inquiries
Personalized itinerary change suggestions
Assistance with special needs (e.g., elderly/child care services)
Tour Highlights: Detailed interpretation of contract terms
[Service Guarantee System]
Vehicle Configuration:Each vehicle equipped with first aid kits, blood oxygen meters, and heating systems
Accommodation Standards:Scenic area wooden houses with 24-hour floor heating
Catering Management:Daily food ingredient traceability information disclosed
Emergency Plan:Established green channel with local hospitals
Photography Services:Complimentary electronic copies of photos from all activities
[Special Reminders]
Documentation Requirements:Bring original valid identification; a permit is required to visit Baihaba
Equipment Suggestions:Prepare windproof jackets, high-top hiking shoes, and moisturizing skincare products
Cultural Etiquette:Remove shoes when entering Tuvan wooden houses; obtain consent before photographing people
Weather Preparedness:Sudden showers may occur in mountainous areas; bring a foldable rain poncho
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This itinerary is designed in strict accordance with the latest standards set by the 2026 Xinjiang Culture and Tourism Department, with all experience projects having passed assessments. According to statistics from the Altay Tourism Association, this product has a 78% secondary recommendation rate among tourists, becoming a popular choice in the family and cultural tourism markets. Specific itineraries may be reasonably adjusted due to weather, road conditions, and other factors, with the final itinerary subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties.
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
