2026 Kanas Group Tour 9 Day Galaxy Special Route with No Light Pollution, Wilderness Night Photography of Pure Starry Sky Long Film, Complete Group Fee Details Recommended Route Price
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
Galaxy Dreams: 9-Day Kanas Night Sky Photography Tour in Northern Xinjiang:Capture the classic romance of the Milky Way in the wilderness of Northern Xinjiang
🌌 [Key Highlights of the Itinerary]
Kanas and Hemu Village in Northern Xinjiang are considered ‘paradise for night sky enthusiasts’ by astronomers. Far from urban light pollution, the core of the Milky Way is clearly visible in summer, and the chances of capturing the aurora and starry sky together in winter are extremely high. In 2026, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency launches the ‘Galaxy Tour,’ featuring professional photography guides, starry sky instruction, and luxury accommodations to help you transform from a ‘starry sky novice’ to a ‘starry sky photographer’ in 9 days.
✨ Three Key Features of the Itinerary:
Pristine Night Sky:The three core photography locations—Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and Xiata Ancient Path—have light pollution levels close to Grade 1 (International Dark-Sky Association standards).
Professional Instruction:Accompanied by an astronomy tutor, you’ll receive hands-on guidance in capturing the Milky Way arch, star trail stacking, and time-lapse photography techniques.
Luxury Experience:Stay in high-end wooden cabins or wild luxury campsites within scenic areas throughout the trip, and enjoy hot soup and starry storytelling sessions after nighttime photography.
📅 [Simple Itinerary]
(Subject to change based on the latest schedule in July 2026; specifics will be confirmed by contract)
Day 1:Gathering in Urumqi · Night Sky Equipment Workshop
Afternoon:Arrive in Urumqi and check into a four-star hotel in the city center.
Evening:Attend the ‘Starry Sky Photography Equipment Briefing,’ where instructors demonstrate camera settings and tripod windproofing techniques.
Galaxy Dreams: 9-Day Kanas Night Sky Photography Tour in Northern Xinjiang: Capture the classic romance of the Milky Way in the wilderness of Northern XinjiangOvernight Stay:Urumqi (dinner included; enjoy roasted stuffed buns and hand-pulled rice).
Day 2:Urho Devil City · First Experience with Yardang Starry Sky
Morning:Travel by bus to Urho Devil City, enjoying views of the Gobi oasis along the way.
Afternoon:Tour the Yardang landforms of Devil City and photograph the ochre-red rock pillars at sunset.
Night:Photograph the starry sky in areas outside the scenic spot, with guidance from instructors on using wide-angle lenses to capture the emerging Milky Way.
Overnight Stay:Urho high-end hotel (breakfast and dinner included).
Day 3:Burqin · Starry Reflections at Colorful Beach
Morning:Head to Burqin, passing by the Karamay Oil Field to observe the ‘nodding donkey’ oil pumps.
Afternoon:Tour Colorful Beach and photograph the unique ‘one river, two banks’ landscape of Yardang landforms and the Irtysh River.
Evening:Under instructor guidance, photograph starry reflections in light pollution-free zones at Colorful Beach.
Overnight Stay:Burqin characteristic homestay (breakfast and dinner included).
Day 4:Kanas Lake · Milky Way Arch Photography Instruction
🌌[Key Highlights of the Itinerary]Morning:Travel by bus into the Kanas Scenic Area and transfer to a lakeside boardwalk via shuttle bus.
Afternoon:Hike Moon Bay and Wolong Bay to photograph the mysterious color changes of Kanas Lake.
Night:At designated spots by Kanas Lake, instructors guide you in photographing the Milky Way arch, providing simple fill lights and filters.
Overnight Stay:High-end wooden cabin within the Kanas Scenic Area (breakfast and dinner included).
Day 5:Hemu Village · Dialogue Between Birch Forests and the Starry Sky
Morning:Travel to Hemu Village, enjoying views of Kazakh grasslands along the way.
Afternoon:Hike around Hemu Village to photograph wooden cabins with cooking smoke and birch forests.
Night:Photograph the starry sky from the Hemu Viewing Platform, with instructors sharing constellation stories and guiding time-lapse photography settings.
Overnight Stay:Characteristic wooden cabin in Hemu Village (breakfast and dinner included).
Day 6:Xiata Ancient Path · Breathtaking Coexistence of Glaciers and the Milky Way
Morning:Travel by bus to Xiata Ancient Path and hike to Flower Terrace or the grasslands at the foot of glaciers.
Afternoon:Photograph layered scenes of snow-capped mountains, glaciers, and grasslands.
Kanas and Hemu Village in Northern Xinjiang are considered ‘paradise for night sky enthusiasts’ by astronomers. Far from urban light pollution, the core of the Milky Way is clearly visible in summer, and the chances of capturing the aurora and starry sky together in winter are extremely high. In 2026, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency launches the ‘Galaxy Tour,’ featuring professional photography guides, starry sky instruction, and luxury accommodations to help you transform from a ‘starry sky novice’ to a ‘starry sky photographer’ in 9 days.Night:Photograph the coexistence of the Milky Way and glaciers in the campsite within the scenic area, with instructors providing warm gear and hot drinks.
Overnight Stay:Tent campsite within the Xiata Scenic Area (breakfast and dinner included).
Day 7:Sayram Lake · Dreamy Reflections of the Starry Sky on the Lake Surface
Morning:Travel to Sayram Lake, tour around the lake, and photograph ‘the last tear drop of the Atlantic.’,
Afternoon:Photograph starry reflections in areas by the lake, with instructors guiding the use of polarizing filters to reduce glare.
Night:Check into a high-end hotel by Sayram Lake and enjoy mutton soup under the starry sky.
Overnight Stay:Sayram Lake (breakfast and dinner included).
Day 8:Return to Urumqi · Starry Sky Photography Showcase
Morning:Travel back to Urumqi by bus, with opportunities for free photography of Gobi landscapes along the way.
Afternoon:Arrive in the city center and attend the ‘Starry Sky Photography Showcase,’ where instructors critique group members’ works and issue completion certificates.
Overnight Stay:Urumqi (breakfast and dinner included).
Day 9:Free Time · Departure
✨Three Key Features of the Itinerary:Morning:Free time; you may visit the Xinjiang International Bazaar to purchase local specialties.
Afternoon:Transfer to the airport for departure based on flight schedules.
💰 [Tour Fee Details]
(Reference price for July 2026; specifics will be confirmed by contract)
Adult Price:4,200 RMB per person (minimum 4 people to form a group)
Child Price (under 12 years old, no extra bed):3,200 RMB per person
Fees Include:
Transportation:Full-trip 7-seater business vehicle (including fuel and toll fees)
Accommodation:8 nights in high-end hotels/wooden cabins/campsites (breakfast included)
Admission Tickets:First entrance tickets to Kanas, Hemu, Xiata, Sayram Lake, and other scenic spots
Meals:8 breakfasts and 7 dinners (specialty dishes: roasted stuffed buns, Burqin grilled fish, mutton soup)
Services:Professional photography instructors, astronomy telescope experience, warm gear rental
Pristine Night Sky: The three core photography locations—Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and Xiata Ancient Path—have light pollution levels close to Grade 1 (International Dark-Sky Association standards).Fees Exclude:
Personal expenses, lunches (high-energy snacks recommended)
：Single travelers will be coordinated for shared rooms as much as possible; additional fees may apply in special cases
📞 [Registration Method]
You may register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for schedule and availability information.
📝 [Fee Explanation and Service Description]
Tour fees may fluctuate based on schedules and will be confirmed by the signed contract between both parties.
In case of uncontrollable factors such as weather or road conditions during the trip, reasonable itinerary changes may be made upon mutual agreement.
The tour group is equipped with a basic first aid kit, but personal medications (e.g., cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine) should be self-prepared.
Recommended Photography Equipment:Full-frame camera, wide-angle lens with large aperture (e.g., 14-24mm f/2.8), sturdy tripod, spare batteries (at least 3).
Specific service content will be confirmed by actual consultation and contract signing.
🌠 [Why Choose This Itinerary?]
In 2026, Northern Xinjiang’s night sky resources will be further optimized due to light pollution control policies, with Kanas and Hemu listed as pilot sites for the ‘International Dark-Sky Reserve.’ Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency collaborates with local astronomy associations to exclusively develop ‘Galaxy Teaching Points,’ ensuring optimal starry sky captures every night. Whether you’re a photography novice or an experienced enthusiast, you’ll find your own piece of the galaxy in this wilderness.
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
