2026 Altay Forest Hiking 7 Day Group Tour for Middle Aged and Elderly with Gentle Flat Trails 2026 Online Inquiry for Tour Fee Recommended Route Price
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
Explore the Hidden Gems of Northern Xinjiang:2026 Altay 7-Day In-Depth Forest Hiking Experience (Senior-Friendly Version)
🌲 [Route Highlights:Gentle trails designed specifically for seniors]
The Altay region is renowned for its vast primeval forests, crystal-clear alpine lakes, and unique cultural heritage of various ethnic groups. Tailored to the physical capabilities of senior travelers, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency proudly presents the “Forest Stroll · Light Hiking” themed route, featuring flat trails below 1,500 meters elevation with slopes ≤15°. The entire journey is equipped with professional knee pads, hiking poles, and first-aid kits, with daily hiking duration limited to 3 hours for optimal comfort and experience.
📌 [Core Hiking Areas]
Kanas Three Bays Boardwalk:A 4.5-kilometer wooden path winding along the Kanas River, connecting Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay. The riverside taiga forest provides ample shade, with an average summer temperature of 22°C
Hemu Birch Forest Trail:A 3-kilometer circular trail through century-old birch forests, featuring non-slip gravel pathways and 6 scenic viewpoints overlooking the entire Hemu Village
Koktokay Geological Trail:A 2-kilometer gentle path along the Irtysh River, passing geological wonders like Zhongshan Mountain and fossilized waterfalls, equipped with audio guide devices
Baihaba Border Trail:A 3-kilometer gravel road connecting the China-Kazakhstan Grand Canyon viewpoint, with resting benches along the way and panoramic views of Kazakhstan at the endpoint
🗓 ⛺[Simple Itinerary Arrangement]
Day 1:Urumqi → Altay City
Morning:Arrive at Altay Airport by flight (3 daily flights, 1 hour 15 minutes flight time)
Explore the Hidden Gems of Northern Xinjiang: 2026 Altay 7-Day In-Depth Forest Hiking Experience (Senior-Friendly Version)Afternoon:Check into a comfortable city hotel (with floor heating), attend pre-trip briefing, and receive customized hiking pack (including portable oxygen tank and energy bars)
Dinner:Savor Altay’s signature hand-pulled rice (35 RMB per person)
Day 2:Altay → Kanas (4.5-hour drive)
Morning:Drive through the Gurbantunggut Desert, enjoying Gobi landscape views
Afternoon:Hike the Kanas Three Bays Boardwalk (with shuttle bus connections), photograph Fairy Bay morning mist (optimal shooting time 7:30-8:30)
Accommodation:Characteristic wooden cabin inside Kanas Scenic Area (with electric blanket)
Day 3:In-Depth Kanas Exploration
Morning:Climb Guanyu Platform (1,068 steps with rest stations) for panoramic views of Kanas Lake
Afternoon:Take a boat tour of Kanas Lake (120 RMB/person, 40 minutes duration)
Special Experience:Visit a Tuwa family home to learn making milk curds (materials fee included)
Day 4:Kanas → Hemu Village (2-hour drive)
Morning:Hike the Hemu Birch Forest Trail, collecting pinecones for souvenirs
🌲[Route Highlights: Gentle trails designed specifically for seniors]Afternoon:Free time recommendations:
Hemu River rafting (80 RMB/person, life jacket included)
Relax at village cafes (recommended: “Cloud Cafe”, 30 RMB average consumption)
Accommodation:Hemu Village scenic wooden cabin (starry sky visible through windows)
Day 5:Hemu → Baihaba (3-hour drive)
Morning:Obtain border pass (valid ID required), travel to Baihaba Village
Afternoon:Hike the China-Kazakhstan Grand Canyon Trail, visit Northwest First
Special Arrangement:Enjoy local hot pot in a Tuwa wooden cabin (80 RMB per person)
Accommodation:Baihaba characteristic homestay (breakfast included)
Day 6:Baihaba → Koktokay (5-hour drive)
Morning:Drive through the Junggar Basin, viewing Gobi yardang landforms
Afternoon:Hike the Koktokay Geological Trail, visit Mine No.3 (80 RMB/person admission)
The Altay region is renowned for its vast primeval forests, crystal-clear alpine lakes, and unique cultural heritage of various ethnic groups. Tailored to the physical capabilities of senior travelers, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency proudly presents the “Forest Stroll · Light Hiking” themed route, featuring flat trails below 1,500 meters elevation with slopes ≤15°. The entire journey is equipped with professional knee pads, hiking poles, and first-aid kits, with daily hiking duration limited to 3 hours for optimal comfort and experience.Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Koktokay Town (with hot spring experience)
Day 7:Koktokay → Urumqi
Morning:Free time recommendations:
Fishing in the Irtysh River (fishing gear provided, 200 RMB deposit)
Purchase handicrafts from ethnic groups (recommended: “Snow Lotus Crafts Store”)
Afternoon:Return to Urumqi by flight (2 daily flights, 1 hour flight time)
💰 [Price Explanation]
Basic Tour Fee:4,980 RMB/person (2026 reference price)
Fees Include:
7 nights’ accommodation throughout (including scenic area wooden cabins)
Local licensed tourist transportation (15-seat business vehicle)
6 breakfasts + 10 main meals (including 3 special meals)
📌[Core Hiking Areas] First entrance tickets and shuttle bus tickets for scenic areas
Professional guide service (with first-aid certification)
Travel accident insurance (coverage 500,000 RMB)
Fees Exclude:
Round-trip transportation to/from Urumqi
Personal expenses and optional activities
：1,200 RMB/person (single travelers will be matched for room sharing when possible)
Price Notes:Subject to actual consultation and contract signing; prices may fluctuate by departure date, with the signed contract prevailing
📝 [Service Explanation]
Medical Support:Each group equipped with AED defibrillator and common medication kit; guides monitor blood pressure daily
Transportation Arrangement:“Small group, slow travel” model with maximum 12 persons per group, striving for window seats for all
Meal Standards:60 RMB/person per main meal, catering to special dietary needs
Kanas Three Bays Boardwalk: A 4.5-kilometer wooden path winding along the Kanas River, connecting Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay. The riverside taiga forest provides ample shade, with an average summer temperature of 22°CPhotography Service:Guides carry professional photography equipment to take free travel souvenir photos for tourists
👥 [Registration Method]
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for specific departure dates and availability. Consultation available 9:00-20:00 daily. Valid ID number required for insurance purchase upon registration.
⚠ ⚠️[Important Reminders]
Document Preparation:Besides valid ID, a border pass is required for Baihaba (obtainable at local police station or Altay Government Service Center)
Equipment Suggestions:Recommend bringing light down jacket, non-slip hiking shoes, collapsible hiking poles, insulated water bottle
Policy Explanation:Scenic area opening hours subject to weather changes; reasonable itinerary modifications possible through mutual agreement
Special Considerations:Visitors aged 65+ require recent medical examination report; those aged 75+ require family accompaniment
🌄 [Seasonal Limited Experiences]
September-October:Kanas forests ablaze with color, birch forests displaying golden to fiery-red gradients
June-August:Wildflowers blanket Hemu Village fields; grassland camping available (additional fee)
December-February:Frozen Kanas Lake surface enables horse-drawn sleigh rides (with cold protection gear)
This route has been professionally surveyed on-site, with trail slopes and rest point placements tailored to senior physical capabilities. 2026 recent data shows 97% visitor satisfaction, making it ideal for travelers seeking in-depth experiences with comfort. For specific itinerary details and updated pricing, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing promptly as popular departure dates often sell out 2 months in advance.
Contact Manager Yang Jia at 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
