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🚗 2026 Kanas Tourism Custom Vehicle Travel Practical Guide
Entering May, the snow and ice in the Altay region begin to melt. The birch forests by Kanas Lake gradually turn green, and mountain streams rush down the valleys. After the lake thaws, it displays a rich array of blue-green hues, making it an ideal time for travel and sightseeing. Many tourists choose custom vehicles to tour Kanas, allowing them to arrange their停留 (stay) times according to their own pace without the need for multiple transfers via public transportation, thus enhancing travel comfort. Below, we have compiled the latest information on custom vehicles for 2026 for your travel reference.
🏞 Detailed Introduction to the Destination
The Kanas Scenic Area is located in Burqin County, Altay region, and is a representative natural scenic area in northern Xinjiang, encompassing three core sightseeing areas: the main Kanas Scenic Area, Hemu Village, and Baihaba Village. Starting from May 1, 2026, the scenic area has transitioned into its summer operation period, which will last until October 15. Currently, the scenic area’s opening hours are from 08:00 to 20:00 daily, with village bus services operating from 08:00 to 24:00. All attractions are open and receiving visitors as usual.

🚗 2026 Kanas Tourism Custom Vehicle Travel Practical GuideThe scenic area implements a real-name reservation ticketing system. Tourists can make reservations and purchase tickets in advance through online channels. Those who have difficulty using the internet can also buy tickets at the offline ticket windows at the scenic area’s visitor center. The scenic area has a maximum daily capacity of 55,000 visitors, including 27,000 for the main Kanas Scenic Area, 20,000 for Hemu Village, and 8,000 for Baihaba Village. Before traveling, you can check the scenic area’s visitor flow in advance and arrange your itinerary during off-peak hours to enhance your sightseeing experience.
In the main Kanas Scenic Area, the Fish-Viewing Platform is situated at a high vantage point, offering a panoramic view of Kanas Lake and the snow-capped peaks of the surrounding Altai Mountains. The Three Bays area along the lake features open and gentle scenery shrouded in morning mist, making it a preferred shooting location for many photography enthusiasts. Hemu Village is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, with wooden houses scattered throughout, creating a serene and leisurely atmosphere in spring, ideal for slow-paced sightseeing. Baihaba Village is located in a border area with primitive and natural scenery. Entry requires valid identification and the processing of relevant permits.
The scenic area is a mountainous region with steep and winding roads. The summer climate is variable, with significant temperature differences between day and night. Before traveling, it is advisable to prepare adequate warm clothing, sun protection, rain gear, and common medications. The scenic area contains high-quality nature reserves and national forest parks. Open fires are strictly prohibited throughout the area. Pets are not allowed entry, and visitors are not permitted to enter undeveloped or closed-off areas for hiking, camping, or other activities without authorization. During your visit, please cooperate with scenic area management to jointly maintain the ecological environment and sightseeing order.
🗓 Simple Itinerary Reference
The following is a conventional itinerary framework for a 5-day in-depth tour of Kanas. The actual itinerary can be flexibly adjusted based on your departure location, travel duration, and personal interests. In case of weather conditions, traffic controls, temporary scenic area changes, etc., both parties can reasonably adjust the itinerary by mutual agreement:

Entering May, the snow and ice in the Altay region begin to melt. The birch forests by Kanas Lake gradually turn green, and mountain streams rush down the valleys. After the lake thaws, it displays a rich array of blue-green hues, making it an ideal time for travel and sightseeing. Many tourists choose custom vehicles to tour Kanas, allowing them to arrange their停留 (stay) times according to their own pace without the need for multiple transfers via public transportation, thus enhancing travel comfort. Below, we have compiled the latest information on custom vehicles for 2026 for your travel reference.Day 1:Depart from Urumqi, stop for rest at Ulungur Lake or Koktokay along the way, and arrive in Burqin County in the evening for check-in. The road conditions are good throughout the journey, offering scenic views of the alternating Gobi deserts and oases in northern Xinjiang.
Day 2:Depart from Burqin, pass by the Colorful Beach (whether to enter for sightseeing depends on the actual opening status of the scenic area), then arrive at Jadenyk. After completing the entry procedures, enter the Kanas Scenic Area and check into accommodation within the scenic area for convenience of sightseeing the next day.
Day 3:Spend the whole day sightseeing in the main Kanas Scenic Area, visiting the Three Bays, Kanas Lake, and the Fish-Viewing Platform in sequence. If time permits, take a leisurely walk along the lakeside trail. In the evening, you can choose to return to Jadenyk for check-in or proceed to Hemu Village for check-in.
Day 4:In the early morning, capture the morning scenery in Hemu Village. Afterward, depending on the permit processing situation, choose to visit Baihaba Village or hike along the Kanas River Valley. Return to Burqin County in the evening for check-in and rest.
Day 5:Depart from Burqin for the return journey. You can choose to return to Urumqi or depart from Altay Airport by air. The entire journey takes approximately 10 hours by car. Alternatively, you can split the itinerary according to your needs and add stopover points along the way.

🏞 Detailed Introduction to the DestinationIf your travel time is in June or later, the Dukou Highway is expected to be fully open in early June 2026. You can also include scenic spots in the Yili direction in your itinerary, such as Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland, to form a northern Xinjiang loop tour route. The specific route planning can be adjusted according to your travel needs.
💰 Price Description
The cost of custom vehicles for Kanas in 2026 is mainly determined by factors such as vehicle type, travel duration, itinerary mileage, and driver services. The following are the reference prices in the current market. Prices may fluctuate based on the travel season, schedule, and vehicle supply and demand. All price information is for reference only, and the actual prices shall be based on the tourism contract signed by both parties:
7-seater business vehicle (common models include Buick GL8, Trumpchi M8, etc.):The reference price is 1,200-1,600 yuan/day, suitable for small groups of 3-6 people, such as families or friends, offering spacious seating and ample luggage storage space.

The Kanas Scenic Area is located in Burqin County, Altay region, and is a representative natural scenic area in northern Xinjiang, encompassing three core sightseeing areas: the main Kanas Scenic Area, Hemu Village, and Baihaba Village. Starting from May 1, 2026, the scenic area has transitioned into its summer operation period, which will last until October 15. Currently, the scenic area’s opening hours are from 08:00 to 20:00 daily, with village bus services operating from 08:00 to 24:00. All attractions are open and receiving visitors as usual.9-14-seater Coaster minibus:The reference price is 1,800-2,400 yuan/day, suitable for small teams of 8-12 people, offering spacious interior space and high seating comfort.
18-22-seater air-conditioned coach:The reference price is 2,600-3,200 yuan/day, suitable for medium-sized teams of 15-20 people, ideal for corporate team-building events, travel with relatives and friends, and other multi-person travel scenarios.
35-55-seater large tourist coach:The reference price is 3,800-4,800 yuan/day, suitable for large teams of over 30 people.
The above reference prices usually include vehicle rental fees, driver service fees, full fuel costs, tolls, parking fees, and driver accommodation expenses. They do not include scenic area admission tickets, shuttle bus tickets, accommodation, dining, and personal consumption items. The reference price for a combined ticket for Kanas Scenic Area admission and shuttle bus in 2026 is 230 yuan/person. The reference price for the maintenance fee in Hemu Village is 52 yuan/person. The scenic area’s fee standards may change according to policies, and the specific fees shall be based on the scenic area’s daily public notices.
📩 Registration Method

The scenic area implements a real-name reservation ticketing system. Tourists can make reservations and purchase tickets in advance through online channels. Those who have difficulty using the internet can also buy tickets at the offline ticket windows at the scenic area’s visitor center. The scenic area has a maximum daily capacity of 55,000 visitors, including 27,000 for the main Kanas Scenic Area, 20,000 for Hemu Village, and 8,000 for Baihaba Village. Before traveling, you can check the scenic area’s visitor flow in advance and arrange your itinerary during off-peak hours to enhance your sightseeing experience.You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The itinerary supports personalized customization, and the route, duration, vehicle type, and other configurations can be adjusted according to your travel needs. For related inquiries, you can contact Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For address information, please consult customer service.
📋 Fee Description and Service Description
The custom vehicle service offers a variety of vehicle types ranging from 7-seaters to 55-seaters to meet the needs of different-sized travel groups. The assigned drivers are all locally experienced drivers familiar with the road conditions and scenic spot distribution around Kanas. They can provide basic itinerary suggestions but do not undertake tour guide interpretation duties. If you require tour guide services, separate negotiations are required.
In case of weather changes, traffic controls, temporary scenic area closures, and other force majeure factors during the itinerary, both parties can reasonably adjust the itinerary by mutual agreement. For solo travelers who register, our agency will do its best to coordinate room-sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiations.
All service details, fee compositions, vehicle standards, and refund and change rules shall be executed in accordance with relevant laws and regulations such as the Tourism Law and the Contract Law. The specifics shall be based on actual consultation and contract signing.
Before traveling, it is advisable to confirm the scenic area’s reservation policies and road traffic conditions in advance and plan your travel time reasonably. During your visit, please abide by the scenic area’s relevant management regulations and travel in a civilized manner. If you have special停留 (stay) needs or planned photography locations, you can also communicate with the staff in advance to合理安排 (reasonably arrange) them in your itinerary to suit different travel preferences.

Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation