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Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation.
Explore Kanas:Four-day custom vehicle tour for an in-depth exploration, immersing in the serene and secluded beauty of mountain pools and dragon ponds.
🌲 [Destination Highlights:Kanas Lake and Surrounding Secret Realms]
Kanas Lake, located in the northern part of Burqin County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang, is a gem in the Altai Mountains. Known for its legend of the ‘lake monster,’ this alpine lake attracts countless visitors with its ever-changing scenery throughout the seasons. The lake water transitions from blue-green hues, appearing smoky gray in spring, rippling blue in summer, translucent jade in autumn, and crystal clear in winter. The lake’s shores feature a dike of dead trees, rime ice wonders, and cloud sea Buddha lights, creating natural masterpieces.
The surrounding attractions are equally worth exploring:
Hemu Village:Known as ‘God’s Private Reserve,’ where wooden houses’ smoke intertwines with morning mist, making it a paradise for photographers.
Baihaba Village:A primitive village on the China-Kazakhstan border, where autumn paints the forest in layers of color, with snow-capped mountains and birch forests complementing each other.
Colorful Beach:Yadan landforms along the Irtysh River, where rocks display vibrant hues of red, yellow, green, and purple at sunset.
Urho Devil City:A ‘castle cluster’ formed by wind erosion, where howling winds in the evening create an otherworldly atmosphere.
Explore Kanas: Four-day custom vehicle tour for an in-depth exploration, immersing in the serene and secluded beauty of mountain pools and dragon ponds.🚗 [Four-day Custom Vehicle Itinerary:Flexible Customization, In-depth Experience]
Based on the actual road conditions and attraction availability of the Kanas Loop in 2026, the following itinerary is recommended (subject to change based on group needs):
Day 1:Urumqi → Heavenly Lake of Tianshan → Fuyun County
Morning:Depart from Urumqi and head to Heavenly Lake of Tianshan along National Highway G216, visiting Mayashan and West Small Heavenly Lake for a panoramic view of the alpine lake’s grandeur.
Afternoon:Drive to Fuyun County, enjoying the desert scenery of the Junggar Basin along the way. Arrive in the evening and check into the hotel.
Driving Distance:Approximately 500 kilometers, about 6 hours of driving (including breaks).
Day 2:Fuyun → Koktokay → Burqin
Morning:Visit Koktokay National Geopark, strolling through Zhongshan and the Irtysh Grand Canyon, experiencing the coexistence of canyons and rivers.
Afternoon:Head to Burqin County, stopping for lunch in Beitun City to taste local cold-water fish.
🌲[Destination Highlights: Kanas Lake and Surrounding Secret Realms]Evening:Upon arrival in Burqin, visit Colorful Beach to capture the colorful spectacle at sunset.
Driving Distance:Approximately 350 kilometers, about 5 hours of driving.
Day 3:Burqin → Kanas Lake → Hemu Village
Morning:Enter Kanas Scenic Area via the Jiadengyu Transfer Center, taking the shuttle bus to visit the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay), and hiking along the lakeside wooden boardwalk.
Afternoon:Ascend Guanyu Platform for a panoramic view of Kanas Lake, then drive to Hemu Village, enjoying the scenery of the transition zone between grasslands and forests along the way.
Evening:Check into a wooden house in Hemu Village, experiencing Tuwa culture and photographing the starry sky and morning mist.
Driving Distance:Approximately 180 kilometers, about 4 hours of driving (including in-scenic area transportation).
Day 4:Hemu Village → Urho Devil City → Urumqi
Morning:Free time in Hemu Village, with options to ride horses or hike to the Haden Platform for a panoramic view.
Kanas Lake, located in the northern part of Burqin County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang, is a gem in the Altai Mountains. Known for its legend of the ‘lake monster,’ this alpine lake attracts countless visitors with its ever-changing scenery throughout the seasons. The lake water transitions from blue-green hues, appearing smoky gray in spring, rippling blue in summer, translucent jade in autumn, and crystal clear in winter. The lake’s shores feature a dike of dead trees, rime ice wonders, and cloud sea Buddha lights, creating natural masterpieces.Noon:Drive back to Urumqi, visiting Urho Devil City along the way. It is recommended to arrive 2 hours before sunset to capture the wind erosion landforms under the light and shadow.
Driving Distance:Approximately 600 kilometers, about 8 hours of driving (including breaks).
💰 [Cost Explanation:Transparent Pricing, Choose as Needed]
Custom vehicle costs vary based on vehicle type, season, and itinerary duration. The reference prices for 2026 are as follows (all include vehicle usage fees, fuel costs, road and bridge tolls, driver’s salary, and basic insurance):
5-seat Economy Car:Low season (November-April) 600-800 yuan/day, regular season (May, September-October) 800-1000 yuan/day, peak season (June-August, National Day) 1000-1500 yuan/day.
7-seat Business Vehicle:Low season 800-1200 yuan/day, regular season 1200-1500 yuan/day, peak season 1500-2300 yuan/day.
12-19-seat Medium Bus:Low season 1200-1800 yuan/day, regular season 1800-2200 yuan/day, peak season 2200-2500 yuan/day.
Other Cost References:
Scenic Area Tickets:Kanas Scenic Area ticket + shuttle bus approximately 230 yuan/person, Hemu Village ticket + shuttle bus approximately 102 yuan/person, Colorful Beach 45 yuan/person, Urho Devil City 62 yuan/person (prices may fluctuate, subject to the announcement on the day of entry).
The surrounding attractions are equally worth exploring:Accommodation:Economy hotels in Burqin County approximately 200-400 yuan/night, standard rooms in wooden houses in Hemu Village approximately 400-800 yuan/night.
Dining:Team meals approximately 50-80 yuan/meal per person, special cold-water fish banquet approximately 100-150 yuan/person.
📞 [Registration Method:Professional Team, Full Assistance]
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Customer service manager Zhang Jing will provide a customized plan based on your travel time, number of people, and preferences. The registration process is as follows:
Consultation Stage:Provide travel dates, number of people, and vehicle type requirements to obtain detailed quotations and schedule information.
Confirm Plan:Choose a suitable itinerary and submit necessary information such as travelers’ names and ID numbers.
Sign Contract and Pay:Sign a unified electronic contract for national tourism service supervision and make payments as required.
Pre-trip Preparation:Customer service assists in obtaining the ‘Border Management Area Pass’ (if needed) and provides a pre-trip checklist.
📋 [Service Explanation and Precautions]
Hemu Village: Known as ‘God’s Private Reserve,’ where wooden houses’ smoke intertwines with morning mist, making it a paradise for photographers.Cost Includes:Vehicle usage, driver services, basic insurance, and road and bridge tolls within the itinerary.
Cost Excludes:Scenic area tickets, shuttle buses, accommodation, meals, personal expenses, and driver’s accommodation (if driver’s meals are included, additional fees apply).
Policy Reminder:Kanas, Baihaba, and other areas are border management zones, requiring a pass obtained in advance through the ‘Xinjiang Public Security’ WeChat mini-program or the local police station of your household registration.
Flexible Changes:In case of extreme weather, temporary scenic area closures, or traffic controls, both parties can agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary.
Single Registration:The travel agency will do its best to coordinate room sharing, with special circumstances requiring separate negotiation.
🌄 [Why Choose a Custom Vehicle Tour of Kanas?]
Freedom to Control the Pace:Avoid fixed schedules and stay longer at favorite attractions, such as hiking along Kanas Lake or waiting for sunrise in Hemu Village.
Professional Driver Escort:Local drivers familiar with road conditions can recommend niche viewing spots, such as the morning mist photography spot in Fairy Bay or the optimal light and shadow angles in Devil City.
Enhanced Comfort Experience:Choose vehicle types based on team needs, with 7-seat business vehicles equipped with aviation seats and 19-seat minibusses featuring USB charging ports for a more relaxed long-distance journey.
Kanas offers unique charm in each season, and a custom vehicle tour is the way to unlock its deeper allure. Whether traveling with family, friends, or alone, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency can provide a suitable plan. Specific itinerary details and costs are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Welcome to contact customer service manager Zhang Jing to start your serene journey in northern Xinjiang!
Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation.
