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Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send itinerary and quotation
Exploring the Fairy Tale of Northern Xinjiang:2026 Summer Vacation: Comprehensive Guide to a Deep Parent-Child Tour of Kanas, Xinjiang
[Route Highlights:Dual Immersion in Nature and Culture]
As Xinjiang tourism’s “gold-lettered signboard,” the Kanas Scenic Area is renowned as “the backyard garden.” For the summer of 2026, a special parent-child route featuring “natural science exploration + cultural experience” has been launched. The route covers the three core areas of Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and Baihaba Village, linking special activities such as hiking the Three Bays, Tuva cultural classes, and grassland ecological observations. The average daily driving time is controlled within 2 hours, suitable for the physical capacity of children aged 6-12.
Core Experience Items:
Light Hiking at Kanas Three Bays:Selected is a 2.2-kilometer wooden boardwalk from Xian Bay to Wolong Bay, with three ecological observation points along the way. Professional natural instructors provide explanations about taiga vegetation and glacial relics in the Kanas River valley. Telescopes are provided for observing birds such as black-headed gulls.
Hemu Village Folk Craft Workshop:Stay in a Tuva wooden house and participate in experiences of intangible cultural heritage skills such as baking nang bread, wool weaving, and pottery making. In the evening, gather around the fireplace to listen to grassland nomadic stories and use a professional astronomical telescope to observe the Milky Way.
Baihaba Border Culture Exploration:With the assistance of the team leader, obtain border defense pass permits, visit the Sino-Kazakh border landscape, and visit local families to taste baursaks (fried pasta) with homemade wild berry jam and learn traditional embroidery from various ethnic groups.
[Simple Itinerary:8 Days, 7 Nights of Relaxing Vacation]
Based on the 2026 scenic area operation policies and transportation schedules, the recommended itinerary is as follows:
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi
Afternoon:Arrive at Diwopu International Airport and be transferred by private car to a downtown hotel (preferably a parent-child room type with elevators and close to commercial areas) to adjust to the time difference.
Exploring the Fairy Tale of Northern Xinjiang: 2026 Summer Vacation Comprehensive Guide to a Deep Parent-Child Tour of Kanas, XinjiangEvening:Stroll through the International Bazaar, experience the making of handicrafts from various ethnic groups, and taste snacks such as baked buns and homemade yogurt.
Day 2:Urumqi → Heavenly Lake of Tianshan → Fuyun
Morning:Take a 1.5-hour drive to Heavenly Lake of Tianshan, take a shuttle bus to view the snow-capped mountain reflections and Feilongtan Waterfall. Children can participate in the interactive game “Search for the Four Treasures of Heavenly Lake” (models of snow lotus, cordyceps, mushrooms, and Rhodiola).
Afternoon:Drive for 4 hours to Fuyun County, check into a hotel, and enjoy pepper and mugwort mutton soup with baked nang bread.
Day 3:Koktokay Geological Exploration → Burqin
Morning:Visit Koktokay National Geological Park, take a small train through the mine遗址 (relics) to observe geological wonders such as aquamarine rough stones and the No. 3 ore vein.
Afternoon:Drive for 4 hours to arrive in Burqin, take a night tour of the riverside night market, and recommend braised huchen (a type of cold-water fish) and kvass beverage.
Day 4:Burqin → Kanas
Morning:Take a 2-hour drive to the Jiadenyu Transfer Center, take a shuttle bus into the Kanas Scenic Area, ascend Guanyu Platform to overlook the panoramic view of Kanas Lake, and search for clues to the legend of the “lake monster.”
Afternoon:Hike the Three Bays, and provide children’s energy packs (including nuts, fruits, and electrolyte water) at the Moon Bay rest stop.
Evening:Check into a wooden house homestay within the scenic area and experience a local hot pot dinner.
[Route Highlights: Dual Immersion in Nature and Culture]Day 5:Kanas → Hemu
Morning:Take a shuttle bus to Hemu Village, enjoy the grassland scenery along the way, and check into a Tuva wooden house upon arrival.
Afternoon:Ride a horse or take a horse-drawn sleigh to the Hadeng Observation Deck, participate in the “Hemu Photography Contest,” and receive professional photographer guidance on shooting techniques.
Evening:Experience a Tuva home visit, learn to make qatiq (a type of dairy product), and participate in a bonfire party (weather permitting).
Day 6:Deep Experience in Hemu → Burqin
Early Morning:Watch the Hemu morning mist and take parent-child themed blockbuster photos.
Morning:Participate in the “Little Forest Ranger” activity, assist in cleaning up riverbank garbage, and learn ecological protection knowledge.
Afternoon:Return to Burqin, stopping at the Karamay Oil Field Viewing Platform along the way to learn about the oil extraction process.
Day 7:Burqin → Sayram Lake → Yining
Morning:Take a 2-hour drive to Sayram Lake, drive around the lake (or take the scenic area shuttle bus), and stop for photos at spots such as Dianjiang Platform and Swan Paradise.
Afternoon:Drive for 2 hours to Yining City, check into a hotel near the Kazanqi Folk Street, and experience traditional residences of various ethnic groups.
Day 8:Yining → Return Journey
As Xinjiang tourism’s “gold-lettered signboard,” the Kanas Scenic Area is renowned as “the backyard garden.” For the summer of 2026, a special parent-child route featuring “natural science exploration + cultural experience” has been launched. The route covers the three core areas of Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and Baihaba Village, linking special activities such as hiking the Three Bays, Tuva cultural classes, and grassland ecological observations. The average daily driving time is controlled within 2 hours, suitable for the physical capacity of children aged 6-12.Morning:Visit Liuxing Street, visit the handicrafts museum, and participate in making painted pottery.
Afternoon:See off to the airport according to the flight schedule and conclude the itinerary.
[Price Description:Transparent Consumption, No Gimmicks]
The price range for the 2026 Kanas parent-child route is 4,280 to 6,880 yuan per person, with the following specific breakdown:
Transportation:Full-route 7-9-seater business vehicle (including child seats), approximately 1,800-2,500 yuan per person
Accommodation:Wooden house homestays within the scenic area + comfortable city hotels, approximately 1,200-2,000 yuan per person
Admission Tickets:Admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and other attractions, half-price for children, approximately 600-900 yuan per person
Dining:Includes 7 breakfasts and 14 main meals, adapted to children’s tastes, approximately 800-1,200 yuan per person
Activities:Exclusive projects such as natural science exploration and cultural experiences, approximately 400-600 yuan per person
Services:Professional parent-child team leader, natural instructor, and photographer follow-up, approximately 280-480 yuan per person
Special Notes:
Core Experience Items:Prices may fluctuate depending on the travel period and are subject to the contract or on-site confirmation.
Early bird discounts are available for registrations before June 30 (subject to actual consultation and contract signing).
For single registrants, efforts will be made to arrange room-sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation.
[Registration Method:Customized Services by Professional Team]
Registration can be made through Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency. Customer service manager Zhang Jing will provide personalized plans based on family needs:
Consultation Focus:Children’s age, physical condition, dietary restrictions, special needs (such as birthday surprise arrangements)
Pre-trip Preparation:Provide a detailed packing list (including SPF50+ sunscreen, mosquito repellent bracelets, lightweight raincoats, etc.)
Emergency Support:Equipped with first aid kits and satellite phones, and establish a linkage mechanism with scenic area medical stations
[Fee and Service Description:Worry-Free Travel Guarantee]
Fees Include:Full-route transportation, accommodation, dining, admission tickets, activity experiences, guide services, and travel insurance
Fees Do Not Include:Round-trip major transportation, personal expenses, and off-itinerary self-funded projects
Light Hiking at Kanas Three Bays: Selected is a 2.2-kilometer wooden boardwalk from Xian Bay to Wolong Bay, with three ecological observation points along the way. Professional natural instructors provide explanations about taiga vegetation and glacial relics in the Kanas River valley. Telescopes are provided for observing birds such as black-headed gulls.Service Standards:
Reserve 2 hours of free time in the daily itinerary
Vehicles stop at service areas every 2 hours for rest
Provide 24-hour customer service response
Reasonable itinerary changes can be made upon mutual agreement
Subject to actual consultation and contract signing
[Pre-trip Must-Reads:Summary of Practical Information]
Document Preparation:Adults should carry valid identification, and children need household registration books or birth certificates
Clothing Recommendations:In summer, bring windbreakers (large temperature differences in mountainous areas), quick-dry clothes and pants, and sun protection clothing
Medication List:Antipyretics, gastrointestinal medicines, band-aids, anti-allergy medicines
Photography Equipment:It is recommended to bring a telephoto lens (for photographing naturally growing animals) and a tripod (for starry sky photography)
Policy Tips:The Kanas Scenic Area implements real-name reservation, and Baihaba Village requires advance border defense pass permits
In the summer of 2026 in northern Xinjiang, Kanas welcomes family tourists with a more mature parent-child service system. From the morning mist of the taiga to the cooking smoke of Hemu Village, from the sound of the suor (a type of flute) of the Tuva people to the waves of Sayram Lake, every segment of the journey has been carefully designed by a professional team, allowing parents and children to jointly harvest the joy of growth while exploring nature.
Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send itinerary and quotation

