The G7 Kanas travel guide mainly includes transportation, accommodation, recommended attractions, and precautions.?
Transportation:?
Airplane: You can arrive at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport and then take a connecting flight to Kanas Airport, with a flight time of about 1 hour. Alternatively, you can fly to Altay Airport first and then take a coach or chartered bus to Kanas Scenic Area.?
Train: You can take a train to Burqin Station and then transfer to a bus to Kanas.?
Self-driving: G7 Beijing-Xinjiang Expressway can directly reach northern Xinjiang, and combining it with the Kanas Small Loop for a self-driving tour is also a good choice.?
Accommodation:?
Accommodation within the scenic area: It is recommended to stay at hotels or homestays within the scenic area, such as Kanas Village Resort and Kanas Lakeside Resort. This will save you time on transportation and allow you to immerse yourself in the beautiful scenery. However, please note that accommodation facilities within the scenic area may be relatively basic and should be booked in advance.?
Accommodation near the scenic area: There are many hotels and homestays in places like Burqin County with relatively good conditions.?
Recommended attractions:?
Kanas Lake: The core attraction of Kanas Scenic Area, with crystal-clear water surrounded by snowy mountains, it is breathtakingly beautiful. It is recommended to hike along the plank road, where you will be greeted by vast stretches of shimmering water.?
Fish Viewing Terrace: From here, you can overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire Kanas Lake and feel the grandeur of nature. Reservations are required in advance, and you can hike or ride a horse to get there.?
Wolong Bay, Shenxian Bay, Moon Bay: The classic route in Kanas Scenic Area is to hike along these three bays, which offer picturesque scenery worth visiting.?
Baihaba Village: Located near the scenic area, it is known as China’s ‘last primitive village’ and has rich folklore customs.?
Precautions:?
Warm clothing: The diurnal temperature variation in Kanas is large, so please bring warm clothing.?
Sunscreen: The ultraviolet rays in the scenic area are strong, so please take proper sunscreen measures.?
Tickets: Tickets and shuttle bus tickets for Kanas Scenic Area need to be understood and purchased in advance.?
Shuttle bus: Within Kanas Scenic Area, you need to take a shuttle bus to visit various attractions. Please note the operating hours and routes of the shuttle bus.?
In addition, you can taste local specialties such as grilled mutton and milk tea, and experience the ethnic customs of Xinjiang.?
. During the tour, please pay attention to protecting the environment and respecting local customs and habits.?