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Arrive in Altay
Meet your local team in Altay and settle in at a 4-star hotel.
Altay · Kanas · Hemu
Altay & Kanas Winter Tour
Blue rivers, rime forests, snow villages and wide-open Altay landscapes. Choose a 5, 6 or 7-day route with a local licensed travel team.
From ¥3,000 CNYper person · seasonal price
2–6guests per small group
5–7 daysflexible itinerary length
Locallicensed Xinjiang operator
No forced shoppingtime focused on the journey
The winter route
See the Altay winter landscape without rushing
This trip is built for travellers who want the atmosphere of northern Xinjiang in winter, not a checklist of distant photo stops. The route focuses on Altay, Kanas and Hemu, with time for the blue-hour view, snowy villages and the quiet scale of the mountains.
Your consultant can adjust the pace, hotel level and optional snow activities after confirming your dates and group size.
Why this route works
- Direct focus on Kanas and Hemu rather than a rushed cross-province schedule.
- Small-group format designed for a quieter, more personal trip.
- Winter-specific experiences such as rime scenery, snow villages and optional snow activities.
- Local support from a licensed Xinjiang ground operator.
Sample 7-day route
The shape of the journey
A seven-day example for winter travel. The final order can change because of weather, road access and mountain conditions.
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G219 · China–Kazakh Grand Canyon · Habaha
Travel the winter road into the border landscapes and stay in Habaha.
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Habaha · Kanas Lake
Explore Habaha before continuing to Kanas Lake and its snow-country setting.
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Kanas Three Bays · Hemu
See the white-rime Three Bays and continue to Hemu for a snow-village stay.
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Hemu · Jikepulin ski
A slower day around Hemu with an optional Jikepulin ski experience.
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Hemu · Altay
Enjoy Hemu at your own pace before returning to Altay.
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Departure
Transfer for your onward journey from Altay.
Snow conditionsActivities and road access depend on the weather.
Flexible hotelsConfirm your preferred room standard and dates.
Slow paceTime for views, photographs and winter atmosphere.
Seasonal starting prices
Choose your Altay tour length
Prices are shown per person in CNY as starting prices. Peak dates, room type and group size can change the final quote.
5-day Altay escape
¥3,000CNY / person
The essential Kanas and Hemu winter experience.
6-day Altay journey
¥4,000CNY / person
A more comfortable pace with extra time in the snow villages.
7-day Altay in depth
¥5,000CNY / person
More flexibility for scenery, skiing and winter photography.
Plan with confidence
Altay & Kanas travel questions
Are the prices per person?
Yes. The displayed prices are starting prices per person in Chinese yuan. The final quote depends on the season, travel dates, room type and group size.
Are these private or small-group tours?
The routes are designed around small groups of 2–6 guests. Confirm your preferred arrangement with the consultant before booking.
Can I customise the itinerary?
Yes. Dates, hotel level, pace and optional activities can be adjusted. The final plan is written and confirmed before your trip.
What happens if weather changes the route?
Mountain roads and winter activities are weather-dependent. The local team will adjust the route safely when access changes.
Get a personal proposal
Build your Altay winter trip
Share your dates and group size. A travel consultant will send the detailed itinerary, current availability and final price.
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