2026 Kanas 4 Day Group Tour in Early Autumn Stroll Through Baihaba Forest Area to Enjoy Layered Autumn Scenery, Detailed Pricing and Quick Registration Recommended Itinerary Price
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send the itinerary and quotation
Autumn Fairy Tale:2026 Kanas and Baihaba 4-Day In-Depth Autumn Scenery Tour Guide
🍂 Itinerary Highlights:Immersive Autumn Scenery Experience
As the first autumn breeze sweeps across the Altai Mountains, Kanas and Baihaba quietly don their autumn attire of interwoven gold and red. In autumn 2026, this northern Xinjiang secret realm welcomes its prime viewing period (from late September to mid-October), where birch forests, spruces, larches, and murmuring streams form a layered autumn landscape. This itinerary avoids conventional tourist routes, delving deep into the primitive forest areas of Baihaba Village, paired with classic landscapes such as Kanas Lake and the Three Bays, to create a diverse experience of ‘hiking + photography + culture.’
🚌 Simple Itinerary:An Excellent Balance of Light Hiking and Slow Photography
[Day 1:Urumqi → Beitun → Kanas]
Take the high-speed train from Urumqi to Beitun City in the early morning (approximately 4 hours), then transfer to a tourist bus to traverse the Junggar Basin. Along the way, you can see the transition zone between the Gobi Desert and grasslands, with the autumn grasslands turning yellow, contrasting sharply with the distant snow-capped mountains. Arrive at the Kanas Scenic Area in the evening, check into a characteristic wooden cabin within the area, and enjoy free photography of the Kanas Lake sunset in the evening.
[Day 2:Kanas Lake → Fairy Bay → Moon Bay → Crouching Dragon Bay]
Full-day in-depth tour of the Kanas core area:
In the early morning, take the shuttle bus to Fairy Bay, where the golden forest shrouded in mist appears dreamlike
Autumn Fairy Tale: 2026 Kanas and Baihaba 4-Day In-Depth Autumn Scenery Tour Guide. Hike along the wooden boardwalk to Moon Bay, photographing the ‘S’-shaped river bend and autumn colors on both banks
Arrive at Crouching Dragon Bay in the afternoon to observe the sandbar in the river bend shaped like a dinosaur
Return to Jiadengyu in the evening and attend a traditional Tuva music performance (optional)
[Day 3:Kanas → Baihaba Village → Sino-Kazakh Border Grand Canyon]
In the early morning, take an off-road vehicle through the primitive forest to reach Baihaba, the ‘First Village in the Northwest’ (a permit is required in advance)
Stroll through the cluster of wooden houses in the village, photographing the golden birch forests and Tuva lifestyle scenes
In the afternoon, hike the Sino-Kazakh Border Grand Canyon, overlooking the autumn colors of the border river between the two countries
Return to Kanas in the evening for free photography of the starry sky (weather permitting)
[Day 4:Kanas → Beitun → Urumqi]
🍂 Itinerary Highlights: Immersive Autumn Scenery ExperienceFree time in the morning (to capture any missed scenic spots or purchase handicrafts), then take the bus back to Beitun in the afternoon and transfer to the high-speed train for the return journey. The entire itinerary features well-connected transportation, with no single journey exceeding 5 hours, leaving ample time to appreciate the scenery.
💰 Price Description:Transparent Pricing System
Reference fees for 2026 (subject to contract):
Adults:Starting from 3,280 yuan per person
Children (under 1.2 meters, not occupying a bed):Starting from 1,880 yuan per person
Fees Include:
Transportation:Round-trip second-class high-speed train tickets between Urumqi and Beitun, local tourist buses, and off-road vehicles in Baihaba
Accommodation:3 nights in standard wooden cabins within the scenic area (including breakfast)
Admission Tickets:First admission tickets and shuttle bus tickets for Kanas and Baihaba scenic areas
Meals:3 breakfasts + 2 main meals (Tuva-style cuisine)
As the first autumn breeze sweeps across the Altai Mountains, Kanas and Baihaba quietly don their autumn attire of interwoven gold and red. In autumn 2026, this northern Xinjiang secret realm welcomes its prime viewing period (from late September to mid-October), where birch forests, spruces, larches, and murmuring streams form a layered autumn landscape. This itinerary avoids conventional tourist routes, delving deep into the primitive forest areas of Baihaba Village, paired with classic landscapes such as Kanas Lake and the Three Bays, to create a diverse experience of ‘hiking + photography + culture.’Services:Professional guide explanations, permit processing, and travel insurance
Fees Do Not Include:
Round-trip transportation to Urumqi (e.g., flights)
Personal expenses and self-funded items (e.g., horseback riding, photography guides)
：800 yuan per person (single travelers will be matched for shared accommodation whenever possible)
Note:Prices may fluctuate based on the departure date; please confirm with Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency, for specific details.
📝 Registration Method:Complete in Three Easy Steps
Step 1:Call Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency, to confirm availability and departure date
Step 2:Provide participant information (name, valid ID number, contact information)
🚌 Simple Itinerary: An Excellent Balance of Light Hiking and Slow PhotographyStep 3:Sign an electronic contract and pay a deposit (the remaining balance is due 7 days before departure)
📋 Fee and Service Description
Service Standards:Experienced local guides are provided throughout the journey, using formal tourist vehicles and accommodations selected through on-site inspections.
Special Notes:In case of extreme weather or policy changes, both parties may agree to make reasonable adjustments to the itinerary; some wooden cabins within the scenic area do not have elevators and require walking up and down stairs.
Contract Signing:Specific service content, refund and change rules, etc., are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency promises no forced consumption and no additional self-funded scenic spots.
📸 Autumn Scenery Photography Guide
Equipment Recommendations:Bring a wide-angle lens (for forest panoramas), a telephoto lens (for capturing animal details), and a tripod (for starry sky photography)
Prime Times:Early morning 6:30-8:30 (mist at Fairy Bay), evening 18:00-19:30 (reflection at Moon Bay)
Hidden Photography Spots:Observation deck on the hill behind Baihaba Village, near the Sino-Kazakh border landscape, and the boardwalk on the east shore of Kanas Lake
[Day 1: Urumqi → Beitun → Kanas]⚠ ️ Precautions
Document Preparation:Valid ID, permit (can be processed by the travel agency)
Clothing Recommendations:Large temperature differences between day and night; bring a windbreaker, warm hat, and comfortable hiking shoes
Environmental Protection Tips:Drones are prohibited within the scenic area; picking plants is prohibited, and trash must be taken out of the area
🌄 Why Choose This Itinerary?
Different from traditional Kanas group tours, this itinerary offers:
In-Depth Experience:Adds a 1-day stay in Baihaba Village to avoid peak tourist crowds
Professional Services:Guides are certified by the Xinjiang Culture and Tourism Department and are familiar with autumn scenery photography spots
Flexible Adjustments:Depending on the weather, temporary additions such as Guanyu Platform or Shuanghu hiking can be made
The autumn scenery of northern Xinjiang in 2026 awaits your exploration. Whether you are a photography enthusiast, a nature explorer, or a traveler wanting to experience a unique autumn with your family, this itinerary can meet your needs. Contact Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency, immediately to start your autumn fairy tale journey!
(All information is verified as of August 2026; specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing)
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send the itinerary and quotation
