To travel to Kanas, you can choose airplanes, trains, self-driving, or public transportation, and it is necessary to plan the itinerary and purchase tickets in advance.?
Specific transportation modes are as follows:?
Airplane: You can depart from the airports of major domestic cities and book flights directly to Kanas Airport or Altay Airport. After arrival, you need to take a bus, taxi, or rent a car to the scenic area, which takes about 1-2 hours. Please note that there are few flights and ticket prices are expensive, so it is recommended to book online in advance.?
Train: The most commonly used train route is to depart from Urumqi and take the train to Altay City or Beitun City, and then transfer to a coach, chartered bus, or rent a car to the scenic area. The train journey takes about 10 hours, and with the time to the scenic area, the entire journey may take 1-2 days.?
Self-driving: If you have the ability and transportation for self-driving, you can choose to travel to Kanas by self-driving. The main route is to depart from Urumqi, turn from National Highway G216 to National Highway G218, or go north all the way along Highway S21 and pass through Burqin County to reach the Kanas scenic area. However, please note that during the peak season, self-driving is not allowed into the scenic area, and you need to transfer to a scenic area shuttle bus at the ticket station parking lot.?
Public Transportation: You can take a coach from cities such as Urumqi or Yining to the Kanas scenic area. The journey is long, so it is necessary to plan your time well. Within the scenic area, there are sightseeing buses and tourist buses available for tourists to visit various attractions conveniently.?
Other Travel Suggestions:?
Itinerary Arrangement: The Kanas scenic area is large and has many attractions. It is recommended to plan the itinerary in advance and determine the attractions and activities you most want to visit, such as boat tours, hiking, horse riding, etc.?
Duration of Stay: It is recommended to stay for at least 2-3 days to better explore the classic attractions such as Kanas Lake, Kanas River, and Moon Bay, as well as have time to taste local specialty foods.?
Ticket Purchase Information: During the peak season from May 1st to October 15th, the scenic area implements a timed reservation system, and those without reservations will not be allowed to enter. Tourists can make real-name online reservations through the Kanas scenic area official account and purchase tickets in advance to ensure smooth entry.?
In summary, choosing the appropriate transportation mode for a trip to Kanas needs to be based on personal preferences, time, and budget, and it is necessary to plan the itinerary and purchase tickets in advance.?