5 days in Altay and Kanas
This itinerary begins and ends in Altay. It uses two nights in Altay, one scenic-area night in Kanas and one in Hemu, with time for Kanas Lake, the Three Bays, snowy villages and the blue-hour atmosphere.
- Kanas Lake and the Three Bays when accessible
- Hemu village blue-hour viewpoint and seasonal bonfire
- Horse-sled or snowmobile experience for two guests per vehicle when operating
Day-by-day itinerary
Arrive in Altay
Meet the local team at Altay airport or railway station and transfer to your 4-star hotel. The rest of the day is free; no separate sightseeing vehicle is included after check-in.
Altay · 4-star hotelAltay → Kanas Lake and the Three Bays
Drive into the Altay mountains, stopping at Sleeping Dragon Bay, Moon Bay and Fairy Bay. Continue to Kanas Lake and choose the included horse-sled or snowmobile experience when operating. White rime is most likely from December to February.
Kanas · scenic-area cabinKanas → Hemu
Continue through the snow country to Hemu. Enjoy free time in the village, the blue-hour viewpoint and the evening bonfire when operating. Winter road and weather conditions may change the order.
Hemu · scenic-area village stayHemu → Altay
Spend a slower morning in Hemu with ice-throwing, snowball fun, snowman building or village photography. Jikepulin skiing may be visited at your own expense when the resort is open, then return to Altay.
Altay · 4-star hotelDepart Altay
Check out after breakfast and continue to your onward flight or train. Confirm the final transfer arrangement in your written itinerary.
Tour ends in Altay