Kanas Private Car Rental 7 Day Sightseeing Itinerary Exploring Off the Beaten Path Scenic Spots via Rural Roads Cost Comparison and Recommended Route Price
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation.
Exploring Kanas:Seven-Day Customized Road Trip to Off-the-Beaten-Path Wild Scenic Spots
Route and Destination Highlights
Kanas, a hidden gem nestled deep within the Altay Mountains in Xinjiang, is renowned for its ever-changing lakes, primitive Tuva villages, and vast forests and grasslands. Unlike conventional tourist routes, this itinerary focuses on rural paths at the edge of the scenic area, taking you to underdeveloped wild spots to experience Kanas’s most authentic natural and cultural landscapes.
[Key Highlights]
Wild Hiking:Traverse the primeval forests along the Kanas Lake shore, exploring unnamed streams and alpine meadows hidden in the valleys.
Tuva Culture:Delve into Hemu Village and Baihaba Village, participate in traditional handicrafts, and listen to the ancient songs of the Tuva people.
Stargazing Camping:Set up tents on grasslands far from light pollution, observing the Milky Way and meteor showers with professional telescopes.
Border Scenery:Drive along the China-Kazakhstan border, gazing at foreign mountain ranges in the distance and feeling the vast expanse of the desert.
Simple Itinerary Plan
[Day 1:Gathering in Urumqi]
Morning:Arrive at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, take the airport shuttle to the downtown hotel for check-in.
Afternoon:Recommended free activities: Taste baked buns and hand-grabbed rice at Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar, shop for ethnic handicrafts.
Exploring Kanas: Seven-Day Customized Road Trip to Off-the-Beaten-Path Wild Scenic SpotsEvening:Hold a pre-trip briefing, receive customized travel guide and emergency supply kit.
[Day 2:Urumqi → Burqin (approx. 650 km, 8 hours)]
Early Morning:Head north along the S21 Awati Expressway, traverse the Gurbantunggut Desert, and watch the Gobi sunrise.
Noon:Lunch in Fuhai County, taste cold-water fish from the Irtysh River.
Afternoon:Arrive in Burqin County, visit the Colorful Beach scenic area, and photograph the sunset spectacle of Yardang landforms and the Irtysh River.
Accommodation:Burqin Fairy Tale Castle Theme Hotel (breakfast included)
[Day 3:Burqin → Kanas Lake (150 km, 3 hours)]
Morning:Transfer to a 4WD off-road vehicle, head along the Kanas River Valley, pass through Naren Pasture, and visit nomadic families of various ethnic groups.
Afternoon:Arrive at the Kanas scenic area, check into a wooden cabin in the old village, and experience the Tuva people’s heated kang beds.
Evening:Hike at Xian Bay, photograph morning mist and reflections (to be completed the next morning).
Dining:Local hot pot dinner in the scenic area (including lamb, wild mushrooms, and vermicelli)
[Day 4:In-Depth Exploration of Kanas]
Morning:Take the shuttle bus to visit the Three Bays (Xian Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay), with a professional photographer providing composition guidance.
Route and Destination HighlightsAfternoon:Climb the Fish-Viewing Pavilion for a panoramic view of Kanas Lake, then head to the birch forest for sketching or photography.
Special Experience:Intangible cultural heritage display by Tuva elders (Chuwuer flute performance, throat singing)
[Day 5:Kanas → Hemu Village (90 km, 2.5 hours)]
Morning:Traverse primeval forests and picnic in an unnamed valley (self-heating rice and seasonal fruits provided).
Afternoon:Arrive in Hemu Village, check into a riverside wooden cabin, and freely photograph the birch forest and wooden cabin clusters.
Evening:Wait for the sunset at the Haden Viewing Platform and participate in a bonfire party (subject to weather changes).
[Day 6:Hemu Secret Realm Discovery Day]
All Day:Customized exploration options
Option A:Ride a horse to the Meilifeng Grassland, visit nomadic families, and learn to make cheese.
Option B:Hike to the Hongbasi Grassland, search for marmot burrows, and photograph star trail photography.
Option C:Follow forest rangers on patrol, learning to identify unique flora and fauna of the Altay Mountains.
[Day 7:Hemu → Urumqi (return trip)]
Morning:Freely photograph the morning mist in Hemu, then drive back to Burqin.
Kanas, a hidden gem nestled deep within the Altay Mountains in Xinjiang, is renowned for its ever-changing lakes, primitive Tuva villages, and vast forests and grasslands. Unlike conventional tourist routes, this itinerary focuses on rural paths at the edge of the scenic area, taking you to underdeveloped wild spots to experience Kanas’s most authentic natural and cultural landscapes.Noon:Lunch in Beitun City along the way, taste Big Plate Chicken and Kvass.
Afternoon:Continue the return trip, arriving in Urumqi in the evening, with airport transfer service to Diwopu Airport.
Price Description (Reference Range for 2026)
[Basic Cost Components]
Transportation:Customized 5-seater SUV (including driver)
Off-peak Season (May, September-October):800-1000 yuan/day
Peak Season (June-August):1000-1500 yuan/day
Accommodation:
Four-star hotel in Burqin:300-500 yuan/night
Characteristic wooden cabins in Kanas/Hemu:400-1200 yuan/night
Admission Tickets:
Kanas Scenic Area:160 yuan/person (admission) + 70 yuan/person (shuttle bus one-way)
Hemu Scenic Area:50 yuan/person (admission) + 25 yuan/person (shuttle bus)
[Key Highlights]Dining:
Team meal standard:50-80 yuan/person/meal
Special meals (roast whole lamb, etc.):200-300 yuan/person
[Total Cost Reference]
Comfort Type (6-person group):6800-8200 yuan/person
Luxury Type (4-person group):9800-12000 yuan/person
Cost Includes:Vehicle use, driver service, accommodation, admission tickets, dining, insurance
Cost Excludes:Personal expenses, optional items like horse riding, round-trip major transportation
Special Note:Prices may fluctuate with the season, subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
Registration Method and Service Description
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Customer service manager Zhang Jing will provide detailed itinerary consultation and customization services. All itinerary details are subject to the contract signed by both parties. The travel agency will make reasonable changes to the itinerary based on real-time weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies to ensure travel and experience quality.
[Service Commitments]
Professional Team:Certified tour guides + local drivers provide dual guarantees, familiar with various ethnic languages and customs.
Wild Hiking: Traverse the primeval forests along the Kanas Lake shore, exploring unnamed streams and alpine meadows hidden in the valleys.Quality Accommodation:Strictly select high-quality wooden cabins within the scenic area, striving for 24-hour hot water and bathrooms.
Escort:Each vehicle is equipped with a first aid kit and satellite phone, and high-value travel accident insurance is purchased.
Cultural Respect:The itinerary design follows the traditional customs of various ethnic groups, avoiding sensitive areas and behaviors.
Pre-Trip Recommended Checklist
Documents:Valid ID, pass (required for visiting Baihaba)
Clothing:Windbreaker, quick-dry clothes, sun protection clothes, hiking shoes, warm hat
Electronic Devices:Camera, spare battery, tripod, power bank
Daily Necessities:High-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, foldable raincoat, insulated water bottle
Medications:Motion sickness medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, band-aids, mosquito repellent spray
Special Note
Border Control Policy:Visiting the China-Kazakhstan border area requires submitting identity information in advance, with the travel agency handling the pass uniformly.
Environmental Protection Initiative:Use biodegradable garbage bags throughout the trip, prohibiting the picking of naturally growing plants or feeding animals.
Network Conditions:Signal is weak in some areas within the scenic area, it is recommended to download offline maps and entertainment content in advance.
This seven-day in-depth trip to Kanas will take you beyond the boundaries of conventional tourist routes. With the assurance of a professional team, discover the most primitive beauty and cultural warmth of this land in a responsible travel manner. Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency immediately to start your secret realm exploration plan!
Contact Manager Guo Jing at 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation.
