【Enchanting Kanas and Hemu】Kanas + Hemu + Tianshan Tianchi + Koktokay + Ghost City 8 Days 7 Nights Private Customized Tour

Welcome to Xinjiang, known as the hometown of song and dance, food and beautiful scenery. Our agency will send a dedicated car to pick you up at the airport and transfer you to the hotel to check in and rest. If it is still early, you can arrange activities in Urumqi on your own. If you want to learn about Xinjiang's humanities and history, 【Xinjiang Museum】 is the top recommendation (free; after 16:30 only exit, no entry; closed on Mondays); if you want to experience exotic charm, you can go to 【Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar】, with its unique Western Regions culture and dazzling array of goods—you might even find quite a few good bargains. If you want to taste delicious food, you can go to the Grand Bazaar night market to eat and stroll, such as the nationally famous big plate chicken, crispy outside and tender inside roast lamb chops, lamb skewers, Ili horse sausage, various specialty noodles, and so on

After breakfast, head to [Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area]. The scenery of Tianchi unfolds like a scroll: before your eyes is a vast blue lake, and in the distance is the main peak of Bogda, its snow-capped summit clearly visible. You can capture this rare scene with your camera. After the visit, drive to today's destination, Fuyun/Koktokay. The drive is long, so you may prepare your favorite snacks and movies in advance. Today's Scenic Area Guide Recommendations [How to Play] A: Walk slowly deeper along the wooden boardwalk by the shore of Tianchi. The lake water is azure blue, somewhat like the blue of Jiuzhaigou. In the distance is the main peak of Bogda, its snow-capped summit clearly visible. B: Take the Mayashan Cableway at your own expense (220 yuan) to view the whole of Tianchi from a god's-eye view. [Suggested Visit Time] 3h-3.5h for Tianchi [Warm Tips] A: There are many places to walk at Tianchi, so wear comfortable shoes. B: Today's drive is long, so it is recommended to download some movies in advance and prepare some snacks.

After breakfast, first visit 【Koktokay Scenic Area】. Take the Koktokay scenic area vehicle and travel along the Irtysh River, enjoying the towering birch forest, Stone Gate, Couple Trees, and more, and photograph the symbolic Divine Bell Mountain of Koktokay Scenic Area. After taking the shuttle bus to the final stop, we can walk 3 kilometers for an experiential hike, going deeper along the Irtysh River canyon, feeling the huge rock cliffs and dense green shade by the Irtysh River, with waves of coolness. According to the sunset time, head to 【Wucaitan】 to see the Yardang landforms, photograph the sunset, pick up stones, and more. If the weather is clear, this is exactly sunset time, a recommended moment to view the Yardang landforms. Pose to your heart's content in the glow of the setting sun. After the tour, continue by vehicle to Burqin for overnight stay. Today's Scenic Area Strategy Recommendations 【How to Play】 A: Take the shuttle bus and get off at the first stop, Birch Forest. Stroll and take photos in the birch forest, and feel the beauty of nature with small bridges, flowing water, and forest B: On the shuttle bus, view the internet-famous attraction Couple Trees, and make a wish for love to always be sweet C: Take the shuttle bus to the rope bridge, hike to the viewing platform, and gaze at Divine Bell Mountain across the way 【Suggested Tour Time】Koktokay is recommended for 3h-4h 【Warm Tips】 A: Koktokay Scenic Area is relatively large and suitable for hiking, so wear comfortable shoes B: The UV rays in the scenic area are relatively strong during the day, so take good sun protection measures 【Food Recommendations】Dine at Burqin Night Market. Be sure to arrange at least once with your companions to have barbecue "dogfish," which has lots of meat and few bones, along with a few bottles of "Deadly Big Wusu." Eat and chat, and spend a wonderful evening

After breakfast, drive to [Hemu Scenic Area]. Today you will travel on winding mountain roads with many speed limits. The winding mountain roads are picturesque; at scenic spots, the driver will stop the car to let you take photos, as if traveling through a painting. The drive takes about 4 hours. After arriving in Hemu, first go to the hotel to check in, and then you can enjoy free time. Hemu Grassland, Hemu Birch Forest, Hemu River, and Hemu Bridge—any one of them is a place where you can take beautiful photos all afternoon. In the evening, sit in a small bar by the Hemu River and relax comfortably. Overnight in Hemu Scenic Area. Today's Scenic Area Guide Recommendations [Things to Do] A: Take the Hemu shuttle bus to the Hemu Old Village terminal, then hike or ride a horse (180 yuan/person) to Haden Viewing Platform, passing Hemu River and Hemu Bridge, and climb the platform to overlook the panoramic view of Hemu Village (about 3 hours round trip) B: Take the shuttle bus and get off at Birch Forest Station, then hike in the birch forest to enjoy the scenery and take great photos C: When the weather is clear at night, photograph Hemu's brilliant starry sky. [Suggested Visit Time] Hemu is recommended for 5h-6h [Warm Tips] A: The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, so you need to wear a thick coat, windbreaker, etc. B: Ask about the price before riding a horse, and pay attention to safety C: The wooden house accommodation in the scenic area is limited, so you may bring your own toiletries D: Prices in the scenic area are relatively high, so you can buy some snacks in advance and bring them into the scenic area E: You need to transfer to a shuttle bus to enter the scenic area. It is recommended to keep luggage light and bring a backpack into the scenic area

After waking up early, fill your thermos with hot tea and head to the Hemu Viewing Platform, where you can enjoy the peaceful morning of Hemu Ancient Village with wisps of cooking smoke rising, and sip a cup of hot tea. Temperatures in Hemu are quite low, so be sure to keep warm. (If you prefer not to wake up early, you can also sleep in until you wake up naturally in the wooden cabin.) Then take a vehicle to the Kanas Scenic Area, only a 3-hour drive from the ticket station, with beautiful scenery along the way. Due to speed limits on the winding mountain road, you can take photos from the vehicle. Upon arrival, you can visit the Fish Watching Platform. Overnight in a wooden cabin inside the Kanas Scenic Area. Today's Scenic Area Guide Recommendations [Things to Do] 1. Hemu A: The Hemu sunrise is something you absolutely cannot miss. There are two viewing platforms for the sunrise. Those staying in the Old Village can hike early to the Harden Viewing Platform (around 6:00 AM, about 30 minutes one way). Those staying in the New Village can walk from the suspension bridge to the Harden Viewing Platform (around 6:00 AM, about 30 minutes one way). Those staying at the entrance service platform can arrange a vehicle in advance (50 yuan/person) to the Old Village, or hike to the Sunset Viewing Platform (about 25 minutes). 2. Kanas A: At the transfer center, take the shuttle bus in direction 3 to the foot of the Fish Watching Platform, climb 1,068 steps, and overlook the panoramic view of Kanas Lake. B: At the transfer center, take the shuttle bus in direction 1 to the Old Village terminal, pass through the forest boardwalk to reach the lakeside, take photos and stroll. Or take a sightseeing boat at the dock at your own expense to tour Kanas Lake (120 yuan/person). [Suggested Duration] Hemu sunrise: 3h; Kanas: 4h-5h [Warm Tips] 1: Hemu Village has a large temperature difference between day and night. Those waking up early to see the sunrise should wear thick clothing. 2: The wooden boardwalk at the Fish Watching Platform is slippery on rainy days. Please wear non-slip shoes and pay attention to safety. 3: Wooden cabin accommodation in the scenic area is limited, so you may bring your own toiletries.

Early in the morning, we can experience the Three Bays Hike at Shenxian Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay. After the hike, return to the Kanas Scenic Area. After breakfast, you can enjoy free time. Then head to the World Devil's City. Upon arrival at the entrance, take the scenic area's special mini-train deep into the ghost city, where you'll see it surrounded by countless wild and demonic-looking earthen mounds, with not a blade of grass growing. Capture a shot the moment sunlight passes through the "Devil's Eye" statue to record this rare moment. After the evening tour, check into the hotel to rest, or visit the lively Hedi Night Market for an ice-cold Kvass paired with grilled fish—very relaxing. Today's Scenic Area Tips [Things to Do] A: If staying in the Old Village, you can walk to the village entrance by 7:30 to catch a ride to Shenxian Bay for the morning mist. Those staying in the New Village should wait at the platform by 7:30 for the bus to the transfer center, where staff will guide you to Shenxian Bay. Those interested in hiking can choose the Moon Bay–Wolong Bay hike, about 3KM, 2.5H. B: Ride the mini-train through Devil's City and follow the onboard commentary to see the various shaped pictographic hills. C: Get off the mini-train at the camel riding stop to experience camel riding in the Gobi at your own expense (100 yuan/person). D: Stroll along the wooden boardwalk to Danxia Platform, and in the glow of the setting sun, take a silhouette photo with the opposite shore and desert poplars as the backdrop, capturing the beauty of the moment. E: As the sun sets, distant windmills hum in the breeze, set against a sky full of red clouds—take a stunning photo. [Suggested Time] 3h for Three Bays, 2h for Devil's City [Warm Tips] A: When getting up early to see the morning mist, temperatures are low, so wear thick clothing. B: Devil's City is located in a wind tunnel area with year-round sandstorms, dry climate, and strong UV rays. Please take sun protection measures in advance. [Food Recommendations] Dine at Buer Night Market, where you can gather with friends for a meaty, few-boned "pike" barbecue, a few bottles of "Deadly Big Wusu" beer, and chat over food for a wonderful evening.

After breakfast, drive to 【Dushanzi Grand Canyon Scenic Area】. This is one of the sights along the Duku Highway. To experience the canyon's majesty up close, you must go down a very long staircase and feel nature's marvelous workmanship. Walk down the Y-shaped stairs and arrive at the flat ground at one end of the canyon. Opposite is the towering fault face of the canyon. Near the canyon edge, look down to the bottom. The 200-meter vertical drop and sharp rocks are breathtaking! After the tour, return to Urumqi for overnight stay. Today's Scenic Area Strategy Recommendations 【How to Play】 A: Overlook the spectacular scene of Dushanzi Grand Canyon B: Glass bridge at your own expense, 100 yuan/person C: Ground rail slide at your own expense, 60 yuan/person 【Suggested Tour Time】Dushanzi Grand Canyon is recommended for 1.5h-2h 【Warm Tips】The sunlight in Dushanzi Grand Canyon Scenic Area is relatively strong, and there is no shade, so take good sun protection and hydration measures 【Food Recommendations】Lunch can be eaten in Urho Town. The local lamb shank pilaf is very famous, and the lamb hooves are delicious and chewy, full of collagen

After breakfast, transfer to the airport according to your flight schedule. Happy times always pass too quickly, and the day has come for us to say goodbye. We hope this short trip to Xinjiang has left you with wonderful memories, and we look forward to meeting you again~