The two-day travel guide for Kanas mainly includes the following key points: Transportation and Accommodation, Itinerary for the First Day (Kanas Lake and Guanyutai), Itinerary for the Second Day (Hiking at the Three Bays), and Precautions.?
Transportation and Accommodation:?
The nearest airports to Kanas are Urumqi Diwopu International Airport and Kanas Airport. Alternatively, you can take a train to Burqin Station and then transfer to a car for the 8-hour journey to Kanas.?
It is recommended to stay at a hotel or homestay within the Kanas scenic area, such as Kanas Old Village or New Village, to save time on transportation and immerse yourself in the beautiful scenery.?
Itinerary for the first day:?
In the morning, depart from Jiadengyu and take the shuttle bus to the transfer center, then head to Kanas Lake. You can walk along the wooden plank road to ‘Shuanghu Dock’ and choose to take a boat tour of the lake or hike along the wooden plank road by the lake.?
In the afternoon, head to Guanyutai, which requires climbing 1068 steps. From the mountain, you can overlook Kanas Lake and enjoy a beautiful sunset.?
Itinerary for the second day:?
Get up early in the morning to photograph the morning fog at Shenxian Bay, then take the shuttle bus to Moon Bay and hike to Wolong Bay. This hiking section is picturesque and the best place to capture reflections of trees by the Kanas River.?
You can also start your hiking trip from Shenxian Bay and walk to Wolong Bay, the last stop, covering a total distance of 9 kilometers. It takes about 4 hours for photos and sightseeing.?
Precautions:?
The temperature difference between day and night in the Kanas area is large, so bring warm clothing and take sun protection measures.?
The scenic area ticket is valid for one day at 230 yuan/person and two days at 270 yuan/person. Shuttle bus tickets need to be purchased separately.?
Be sure to allow time to leave the scenic area, as there are no shuttle buses after 8 pm.?
Do not bring luggage into the scenic area; it is best to carry a backpack with essentials, otherwise you may get tired from hiking and climbing with heavy luggage.?
Following the above guide, you can fully experience the beautiful scenery and unique charm of Kanas.?
