The 6-day Kanas tour is an excellent itinerary for exploring the natural beauty and cultural charm of northern Xinjiang in depth. Here is a recommended 6-day Kanas tour route arrangement**:?
Day 1: Urumqi – Burqin?
In the morning, depart from Urumqi and travel to Burqin County by plane or coach. Burqin County is the gateway to the Kanas area and has a strong Kazak flavor.?
Upon arrival, you can choose to stay at a local hotel or homestay to prepare for your Kanas trip the next day.?
Day 2: Burqin – Kanas?
In the morning, take a tourist bus or drive to the Kanas scenic area, enjoying the magnificent scenery of the Irtysh River and rolling mountains along the way.?
Upon arriving in Kanas, first visit Kanas Lake and feel its clarity and tranquility. In the afternoon, tour Shenxian Bay, Wolong Bay, and other attractions. In the evening, you can wait for the sunset at Guanyu Tai and admire the sunset beauty of Kanas Lake.?
Day 3: Kanas – Hemu Village?
In the morning, take a shuttle bus to Hemu Village, a village filled with primitive charm that retains traditional wooden houses.?
In Hemu Village, you can visit the traditional log cabins of the Tuva people and learn about their living customs. In the evening, enjoy authentic Xinjiang cuisine at a restaurant in the village.?
Day 4: In-depth Experience in Hemu Village?
In the morning, you can choose to hike or ride a horse to Hemu River and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way.?
Afterwards, have an in-depth experience in Hemu Village by wandering between the log cabins, visiting the traditional Tuva residential buildings, and trying local specialty drinks such as kvass.?
Day 5: Hemu Village – Kanas – Burqin?
In the morning, return to the Kanas scenic area from Hemu Village, enjoying the natural scenery along the way once again.?
In the Kanas scenic area, you can choose to visit attractions such as Baihu Lake and Heihu Lake. Afterwards, return to Burqin County to visit the Colorful Beach scenic area and admire the colorful rocks on both sides of the Irtysh River.?
Day 6: Burqin – Urumqi?
Stop by Burqin County in the morning, and you can choose to visit the local market or enjoy some local cuisine before leaving.?
Afterwards, return to Urumqi by plane or coach to end your pleasant 6-day Kanas tour.?
During the trip, you can also choose to visit more attractions such as Baihaba Village, Jiadenyu National Forest Park, and the Taiga Forest Corridor based on your personal interests and schedule, to enrich your travel experience.?
. Meanwhile, make sure to book accommodations and tickets in advance to ensure a smooth trip.?