Explore Kanas and Hemu 7-Day Tour | Kanas + Hemu + Koktokay 7 Days 6 Nights Group Tour

Welcome to beautiful Xinjiang! After airport pickup, you will be transferred to the hotel to rest, and then enjoy free time. If time permits, you can visit recommended attractions on your own (separate vehicle use not included). [Warm Reminder] 1. Xinjiang is very large, and the drive between attractions is long. Travel is very physically demanding, so please bring some food or snacks for unexpected needs. 2. Keep your mobile phone reachable before departure. The butler or driver will contact you in advance.

07:30-08:30 The driver will pick up group members from their hotels one by one according to the time agreed the previous evening. 08:30-14:00 After leaving Urumqi, head north all the way, driving along the expressway across the vast northern Xinjiang land; (470 km, about 5.5 h) 14:00-15:00 Arrive in Fuyun County and arrange lunch at your own expense. Recommended are simple Xinjiang-style meals such as banmian and pilaf. 15:00-16:00 Head to [Koktokay Scenic Area]; (58 km, about 1 hour) 16:00-19:00 After buying tickets, line up to take the shuttle bus into Koktokay Scenic Area. Koktokay is not an ocean; in Mongolian it means "blue river bend." The Irtysh River flows through the scenic area, and on both banks there are stretches of birch forest. Among them, a pine tree and a birch growing together are known as the Husband-and-Wife Trees. The huge granite mountain bodies are like frozen waterfalls, and the most spectacular is the Divine Bell Mountain standing between heaven and earth. 20:00-21:00 After the visit, return to Fuyun County town. After checking in at the hotel, enjoy free time. It is recommended to go to the night market to taste specialty cold-water fish, grilled mutton skewers, and other local snacks, paired with beer or kvass. (58 km, about 1 hour) [Warm Tips] 1. The pick-up hotels in the morning are scattered and take a long time. Please wait for the vehicle on time as agreed. 2. Today's driving distance is long. It is recommended to prepare snacks and drinking water. 3. Tourist vehicles are monitored by GPS for speed limits throughout the journey. After driving for a maximum of 4 hours, they must stop for a 20-minute rest. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation for safety. 4. The shuttle bus in Koktokay Scenic Area may have queues when passenger flow is high. 5. You will stay inside the scenic area tomorrow. Tonight, sort your luggage: pack essential items in your carry-on backpack, and put other unnecessary items in your suitcase to be left temporarily on the vehicle.

08:00-12:00 Get up early and drive to Hemu, passing through the fairy-tale border town of Burqin County along the way; (260km, about 4 hours) 12:00-15:00 Continue to Hemu. Entering the Altai Mountains, outside the car windows are grasslands and huge rocks. The beautiful scenery along the mountain road comes one after another, and you can stop at safe viewing points to take photos. Arrive at the Hemu ticket center; (130km, about 3 hours) 15:00-16:00 Buy tickets and transfer to the shuttle bus to enter 【Hemu Scenic Area】. Arrive at Hemu Village and go to the wooden cabin to check in 16:00-20:00 After putting down your luggage, you can enjoy free time. Check in at Hemu Bridge, stroll in the birch forest by the river, or ride a horse or hike to the viewing platform, which are all good choices 【Warm Reminders】 1. There are many mountain roads today. Tourists prone to motion sickness should prepare medicine in advance. 2. In order to allow more time for sightseeing, accommodation is specially arranged inside the scenic area, but the accommodation conditions inside the scenic area are relatively poor. Please understand. 3. Only if you have lunch or dinner at the wooden cabin where you stay will the next day's breakfast be complimentary; otherwise breakfast requires an additional payment of 20-30 yuan. 4. The local people are simple and honest, and wooden cabins are habitually left unlocked. Please keep your personal valuables safe.

07:00-09:00 Beautiful scenery is reserved for early risers. Before sunrise, walk up to the viewing platform to watch the primitive village awaken from its slumber and capture the beautiful scenery with your camera. 09:00-10:00 Take the shuttle bus to leave Hemu and head to the Kanas Scenic Area; (40km, about 1 hour) 10:00-11:00 Arrive at the Jiadengyu Ticket Center, purchase tickets and transfer to the shuttle bus to enter the [Kanas Scenic Area]. As the scenery gradually unfolds, you can admire the dense forests. Pass by [Wolong Bay], where the outline of the islet in the middle of the river resembles a lying stegosaurus; [Moon Bay], where you can overlook a giant footprint left in the crescent-shaped river bend; [Shenxian Bay], where the water surface sparkles like shimmering pearls; and Yazhe Lake, where waterfowl such as wild ducks and swans can often be seen. 11:00-12:00 Arrive at the Kanas Transfer Center, where restaurants nearby are available for lunch. 12:00-20:00 After lunch, enjoy free time. At the Kanas Transfer Center, you can choose from three directions: The first leads to [Kanas Lake Pier] (no extra charge, about 10 minutes by car one way); you can stand by the lake to see the beautiful lake surrounded by mountains, or buy a boat ticket at the pier to go boating on the lake. The second leads to [Fish Watching Platform] (separate ticket required, 20 yuan/person, about 30 minutes one way); the shuttle bus goes to the mountainside, then walk up 1,068 steps to stand at the highest point of Kanas and take in the panoramic view of the entire lake and distant mountains. The third leads to [Baihaba Village] (separate ticket required, and a border pass must be processed, 75 yuan/person, about 1 hour one way). Baihaba is known for its border, birch forests, and pointed-roof wooden houses. 18:00-20:00 After sightseeing, gather at the transfer center at the agreed time, take the shuttle bus, and head to Jiadengyu for hotel accommodation. After the crowds recede, listen to the rustling of pines, watch the weary birds return to their nests, and drift into sleep. [Warm Tips] 1. Temperature differences in mountainous areas are large between morning and evening. Wear thick clothes when climbing the viewing platform in the morning, and be careful of slippery steps. 2. There are many mountain roads today. Guests prone to motion sickness should prepare medicine in advance. 3. When there are large numbers of tourists in the scenic area, queuing for the shuttle bus may take about 1-2 hours. Remember to sit on the left side of the shuttle bus to see more beautiful scenery. 4. After mid-September, there may be snowfall in mountainous areas, and traffic police controls may affect the itinerary. Please prioritize safety and cooperate with the driver.

08:00-14:00 At sunrise, the thin mist drifts through the mountains like celestial vapor. After breakfast, gather at the appointed time and depart from Jiadengyu Hotel by car to Burqin (140 km, about 3 hours) 14:00-15:00 After lunch in Burqin, head to [Wucaitan (Five-Colored Beach)] for a visit 15:00-17:00 Enter Wucaitan for sightseeing. This is a peculiar riverbank of the Irtysh River, which flows into the Arctic Ocean. The south bank features lush trees and grasslands, while the north bank is a brilliantly colored Yardang gobi. Each side of the river has its own wonders, and it is known as God's overturned palette 17:00-20:00 Drive to Urho Ghost City; upon arrival, check into the hotel and rest (240 km, about 3 hours) [Warm Tips] 1. Temperature varies greatly between morning and evening in mountainous areas; wear thick clothes when visiting in the morning 2. There are many mosquitoes at Wucaitan Scenic Area. Be prepared for mosquito protection while visiting—floral water, insect repellent spray, hat, and scarf, fully equipped

09:00-10:00 Sleep in today, then head to the Devil's City at the agreed time 11:00-13:00 Arrive at [Urho World Devil's City], buy tickets and transfer to the special mini-train to enter. The open carriages are convenient for taking photos. Following the audio guide, you'll see formations in the distance—some resembling an eagle spreading its wings swooping toward you, some looking remarkably like a heavenly dog gazing at the moon, and some resembling the Titanic in spectacular fashion 13:00-14:00 Lunch 14:00-20:00 Return to Urumqi. [Warm Tips] 1. The scenic area is located on the Gobi Desert, with strong sunlight, high UV rays, and a dry climate. Apply sunscreen before heading out, and bring a sun umbrella and sun-protective clothing 2. Be sure to bring drinking water when entering the scenic area. The climate here is dry and hot, and there are no shops inside 3. To take Instagram-worthy photos, you'll need brightly colored clothing and vividly colored scarves 4. Please follow the signs and walking trails within the designated areas of the scenic spot. Do not venture alone into the depths of the scenic area to avoid getting lost, and do not climb the high ground within the scenic area to prevent safety hazards.

After breakfast, arrange airport drop-off according to flight time. Happy times always pass quickly, and it is time for us to say goodbye. We hope this short trip to Xinjiang leaves you with beautiful memories, and we look forward to meeting you again~ 【Warm Reminders】 1. Please make sure your belongings are packed and carried completely to avoid causing yourself trouble due to omissions. 2. Tourists with afternoon or evening flights, please complete check-out procedures before 14:00 Beijing time. Any additional fees caused by late check-out shall be paid by yourself (be sure to check your belongings again before leaving the hotel, and do not leave anything behind in the hotel).