Xinjiang Altay Group Tour Cost Kanas + Hemu 2026 Itinerary Price Guide How Much Does the Recommended Itinerary Cost
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Exploring the Fairy Tale of Northern Xinjiang:2026 Complete Guide to Group Tour of Kanas + Hemu in Altay✨
[Itinerary Highlights:Unlock the Three Core Secret Realms of Northern Xinjiang]
The Altay region is known as the “Birthplace of Human Skiing.” In the summer of 2026, Kanas and Hemu are in their prime tourist season. This itinerary connects three high-quality landscapes:
Kanas Lake:A color-changing lake at an altitude of 1,374 meters, where the water presents a magical blend of blue and green hues depending on the light. The legend of the lake monster adds to its mystique.
Hemu Village:A “private reserve” inhabited by the Tuvans, where wooden houses and birch forests create a picturesque morning mist landscape.
Baihaba Village:The “No.1 Village in the Northwest” on the China-Kazakhstan border, where primitive wooden houses form a unique border scenery.
The itinerary features three special experiences:
① Kanas Three Bays Hiking:Fairy Bay morning mist photography + Moon Bay S-shaped riverbank geological explanation + Wolong Bay ecological observation
② Hemu Intangible Cultural Heritage Handicrafts:Experience traditional Tuvan dairy product making and learn to play the Chuwuer flute
③ Baihaba Border Tour:Photograph border landscapes in the border control area and learn about border trade culture
[2026 Summer Reference Itinerary]
⏰Day 1:Gather in Urumqi
08:00 Pick up by private car and check into a downtown hotel
Exploring the Fairy Tale of Northern Xinjiang: 2026 Complete Guide to Group Tour of Kanas + Hemu in Altay✨12:00 Free time at Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar (recommended: try baked stuffed bun and homemade ice cream)
15:00 Visit Xinjiang Museum (focus on artifacts unearthed from the “Niya Site”)
19:00 Team welcome dinner (enjoy specialties like big plate chicken and peppery chicken)
⏰Day 2:Urumqi → Burqin (about 8 hours by car)
07:30 Drive along the S21 Desert Highway with a stop at the Fuhai Fishery Viewing Platform
12:00 Picnic by Ulungur Lake (cold-water fish feast + seasonal fruits provided)
15:30 Arrive in Burqin and visit the Colorful Beach (enter the scenic area 1.5 hours before sunset)
20:00 Night tour of Burqin River Embankment Night Market (recommended: grilled dogfish and kvass beverage)
⏰Day 3:Burqin → Kanas (about 3.5 hours by car)
08:00 Transfer to a scenic area shuttle bus to enter Kanas
10:30 Climb Guanyu Platform (1,068 steps; horseback riding available as an alternative)
13:00 Lunch in Jiadengyu (Tuvan-style meal provided)
15:00 In-depth tour of the Three Bays (professional photography guide for composition)
[Itinerary Highlights: Unlock the Three Core Secret Realms of Northern Xinjiang]19:00 Check into a scenic area wooden cabin (includes floor heating and warm sleeping bags)
⏰Day 4:Kanas → Hemu (about 2 hours by car)
06:30 Morning mist photography at Kanas Lake (hot drinks and breakfast packs provided)
09:00 Head to Hemu Village via the Naren Pasture Viewing Platform
12:00 Lunch at Hemu Bridge (enjoy local hot pot and baursak)
14:30 Free time in the village (horseback riding and archery available)
19:30 Bonfire party (watch Tuvan song and dance performances)
⏰Day 5:Hemu → Urumqi (return day)
07:00 Morning mist panorama photography at Haden Viewing Platform
09:30 Visit the Birch Forest Ecological Reserve
12:00 Lunch in Burqin (recommended: three ways to prepare cold-water fish)
15:00 Return to Urumqi (rest stops arranged along the way)
20:00 Airport/station drop-off after arriving in the city
The Altay region is known as the “Birthplace of Human Skiing.” In the summer of 2026, Kanas and Hemu are in their prime tourist season. This itinerary connects three high-quality landscapes:[Cost Explanation (2026 Reference Range)]
Basic Group Type:Starting from 3,980 RMB per person
Inclusions:
✓ 4 nights of accommodation (2 nights in a 4-star hotel in Burqin + 2 nights in characteristic wooden cabins in Kanas/Hemu)
✓ Air-conditioned tour bus for the entire journey (including airport transfers)
✓ 7 set meals (60 RMB per person per meal)
✓ First entrance tickets to scenic areas + shuttle bus fees
✓ Professional guide service + travel accident insurance
Upgrade Options:
▷ Kanas boat tour experience +280 RMB per person
▷ Baihaba border tour +150 RMB per person
▷ Single room supplement +800 RMB for the entire journey
Special Notes:
Kanas Lake: A color-changing lake at an altitude of 1,374 meters, where the water presents a magical blend of blue and green hues depending on the light. The legend of the lake monster adds to its mystique.① June-August is the peak tourist season; prices may increase by 10%-15%
② Child price (under 1.2 meters) reduced by 800 RMB (excludes bed and tickets)
③ Prices are subject to change based on actual consultation and contract signing; prices may fluctuate depending on the tour date
[Registration Instructions]
Register through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency; provide the following information:
1. Names + valid ID numbers of participants (for insurance purchase)
2. Declaration of special needs (e.g., dietary restrictions, mobility issues)
3. Choice of departure date (daily departures from June to October)
[Service Guarantees]
▶ Vehicle Configuration:New cars within 3 years of use for the entire journey; each car equipped with a first aid kit + oxygen cylinder
▶ Accommodation Standards:Priority given to newly renovated hotels in 2026; wooden cabins have passed fire safety inspections
▶ Guide Team:Certified guides + local cultural lecturers for dual accompaniment; proficient in various ethnic languages
▶ Emergency Mechanism:Green channel established with Altay regional hospitals; 24-hour rescue response
Hemu Village: A “private reserve” inhabited by the Tuvans, where wooden houses and birch forests create a picturesque morning mist landscape.[Pre-Trip Tips]
☀ Climate and Gear:
Average daily temperature of 15-25°C in June-August; bring windproof outerwear + sun protection items
Large temperature differences between day and night in the mountains; recommend the “onion” layering method for dressing
Hiking shoes should have non-slip soles; bring waterproof shoe covers during the rainy season
📸 Photography Suggestions:
Best spots for photographing Kanas morning mist:Fairy Bay East Bank Viewing Platform
Stargazing spot in Hemu:Hillside behind the village (avoid light pollution)
Recommended equipment:Wide-angle lens (for landscapes) + telephoto lens (for wildlife)
🍴 Food Map:
Recommendations in Burqin:Three ways to prepare dogfish, Russian列巴 (rye bread)
Must-try in Kanas:Tuvan milk tea, dried meat
Specialties in Hemu:Milk skin, baursak
Contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency for the latest 2026 schedules and discounts. Let our professional team help you unlock 100 ways to explore Northern Xinjiang and write your own summer fairy tale amidst the lakes and mountains of Kanas!
Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send itinerary and quotation
