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Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send the itinerary and quotation
Star-rated Exploration: 4-Day In-depth Cultural Carpooling Tour in AltayMeasure the Western Regions’ Vibrancy with Your Taste Buds
[Key Highlights of the Itinerary]
Unlike conventional sightseeing routes, this itinerary takes “urban life” as its theme, connecting three major areas: Altay City, Burqin, and Hemu. Through carpooling, it delves into old streets, traditional markets, and century-old villages. Special arrangements include:
✔ ️ Follow a local guide to visit 3 non-public traditional workshops (handmade cheese workshop/Kazak embroidery cooperative/Burqin smoked horse intestine workshop)
✔️ 2 hours daily dedicated to food exploration, covering 8 types of Western Regions’ specialties (Baursak with milk tea/grilled dogfish/Naren noodles/horse meat Naren/milk skin mooncakes/camel milk ice cream/Sharkol soup/butter tea)
✔ ️ Stay overnight in a century-old wooden house in Hemu Village and experience a traditional Tuvan fireplace dinner
✔ ️ Special gift: “Altay Food Hand-drawn Map” and a 20 RMB food voucher
[Simple Itinerary Plan]
Day 1:Initial Exploration of Altay City’s Culture
Morning:09:00 In-depth guided tour of the Altay Museum (free admission, reservation required), focusing on Bronze Age rock art and traditional costumes of various ethnic groups
Noon:12:30 Head to the old teahouse on Tuanjie Road to experience a traditional lunch shared by various ethnic groups (Baursak + milk tea + assorted horse intestine platter)
Star-rated Exploration: 4-Day In-depth Cultural Carpooling Tour in Altay: Measure the Western Regions’ Vibrancy with Your Taste BudsAfternoon:14:30 Visit the Jinshan Road artisan street to observe the making of handmade copperware and fur processing
Evening:18:00 Go to the night market by the Kelan River to freely taste local snacks like grilled dogfish and baked naan
Overnight:Comfortable hotel in Altay City (breakfast included)
Day 2:Burqin River Valley Food Corridor
Morning:08:30 Carpool to Burqin (3.5-hour drive), passing by the Irtysh River viewpoint
Noon:12:30 Enjoy a special lunch on Russian-style Street (recommended: cold-water fish feast + kvass drink)
Afternoon:14:30 Visit the Sino-Russian Old Wharf Street to experience century-old Russian architecture and the trade culture of various ethnic groups
Evening:17:30 Go to the Wucaitan Scenic Area (admission: 45 RMB/person) to photograph the colorful Yardang landforms at sunset
Overnight:Burqin River View Hotel (breakfast included)
Day 3:In-depth Experience in Hemu Village
Morning:08:00 Carpool to Hemu Village (2.5-hour drive), passing through primeval forests and alpine meadows
[Key Highlights of the Itinerary]Noon:12:00 Lunch at a century-old house by Hemu Bridge (recommended: Tuvan-style Naren noodles + kumis)
Afternoon:14:30 Free time: Hike to the Haden Viewing Platform for a panoramic view of the village or participate in dairy product making
Evening:18:30 Wooden house fireplace dinner (including Tuvan song and dance performance)
Overnight:Characteristic wooden house in Hemu Village (breakfast included)
Day 4:Return and Cultural Conclusion
Morning:09:00 Free photography of Hemu’s morning mist and experience the slow village life
Noon:11:30 Carpool back to Altay City (4-hour drive), stopping at Chonghuer Town to purchase local mountain products
Afternoon:15:30 Upon arrival in the city, disband. You may visit the 500-Li Style Street to purchase souvenirs
[Price System Explanation]
This carpooling itinerary adopts a “base fee + optional package” model:
Base Fee:2180 RMB/person (minimum 2 people to form a group)
Unlike conventional sightseeing routes, this itinerary takes “urban life” as its theme, connecting three major areas: Altay City, Burqin, and Hemu. Through carpooling, it delves into old streets, traditional markets, and century-old villages. Special arrangements include:Included:
Carpooling fees for the entire journey (including fuel, tolls, and driver service fees)
3 nights of accommodation (1 night in a comfortable hotel in Altay + 1 night in a river view hotel in Burqin + 1 night in a wooden house in Hemu)
3 breakfasts + 4 main meals (including special meals)
First admission tickets to scenic spots (Wucaitan)
Professional guide service
Travel accident insurance
Optional Upgrade Packages:
Kanas Scenic Area combo ticket (including shuttle bus):230 RMB/person
Hemu Village admission + shuttle bus:180 RMB/person
In-depth food experience package (including tasting of 8 special snacks):150 RMB/person
✔️ Follow a local guide to visit 3 non-public traditional workshops (handmade cheese workshop/Kazak embroidery cooperative/Burqin smoked horse intestine workshop)Professional travel photography service (3 hours):500 RMB/group (2-4 people)
Special Notes:
1. Register before June 15 to enjoy an early bird discount of 100 RMB/person
2. Groups of 3 or more receive an immediate discount of 80 RMB/person
3. The final price is subject to the signed contract and may fluctuate due to seasonal or accommodation standard factors
[Registration Method]
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Customer service manager Zhang Jing will provide you with:
▶ Real-time seat availability inquiry
▶ Personalized itinerary change suggestions
▶ Detailed interpretation of contract terms
▶ Coordination of special needs (e.g., dietary restrictions, mobility assistance, etc.)
✔️ 2 hours daily dedicated to food exploration, covering 8 types of Western Regions’ specialties (Baursak with milk tea/grilled dogfish/Naren noodles/horse meat Naren/milk skin mooncakes/camel milk ice cream/Sharkol soup/butter tea)[Fee and Service Explanation]
1. Items included in the fee are clearly listed. Items not mentioned (e.g., personal expenses, self-funded items, etc.) must be paid by yourself
2. Information such as the opening hours of scenic spots and traffic restrictions during the itinerary is subject to the actual situation on the day
3. In case of extreme weather or force majeure factors, both parties may reasonably adjust the itinerary by mutual agreement
4. For single registrants, efforts will be made to arrange shared rooms. If separate accommodation is required, an additional fee of 400 RMB/person will be charged
5. Specific service standards are subject to the signed travel contract between both parties
[Travel Tips]
Document Preparation:Bring original valid identification documents. A border pass is required for some areas (can be entrusted to the travel agency for processing)
Clothing Suggestions:Large temperature differences between day and night require windproof jackets and comfortable hiking shoes
Photography Equipment:It is recommended to bring a wide-angle lens for panoramic village shots and a polarizing filter to reduce water surface reflections
Payment Methods:Some stalls in scenic spots recommend cash payments. It is advisable to bring sufficient change
Special Reminder:The sound insulation in wooden houses in Hemu Village is limited. It is recommended to bring earplugs for better sleep quality
This itinerary is designed to balance cultural depth and leisure experience, achieving cost-effective exploration of the Western Regions through carpooling. The daily itinerary intensity is moderate, retaining sufficient free time while enhancing cultural understanding through professional guide explanations. Whether you are a food lover, photography enthusiast, or family travel group, you can find unique travel memories in this land.
Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send the itinerary and quotation
