7 days in Altay and Kanas
This route starts and ends in Altay and covers G219, Baihaba, Kanas and Hemu. It is the best fit for couples, friends or families who want more time for winter scenery, photography and optional skiing without a rushed daily schedule.
- G219, China–Kazakh Grand Canyon, S-bend and Lonely Tree
- Baihaba village and border landscape
- Kanas Lake and the Three Bays
- Horse-sled or snowmobile experience when operating
- 4-hour beginner ski experience at Jikepulin when operating
- Hemu snowfield photo session with 9 edited images
- General Mountain sunset cable-car and party package 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.
Altay · 4-star hotelG219, Grand Canyon and Baihaba
Travel along G219 to the China–Kazakh Grand Canyon, the S-bend and the Lonely Tree, then settle into the border snow village of Baihaba. Border-area documentation is confirmed with your passport details.
Baihaba · snow-view cabinBaihaba → Kanas Lake
Explore Baihaba before continuing to Kanas Lake. Choose the included horse-sled or snowmobile experience when operating, then stay overnight in the Kanas scenic area.
Kanas · scenic-area cabinKanas → Hemu
See the white-rime landscape and the Three Bays before continuing to Hemu. The evening is left open for Blue Hour, photography and the bonfire when operating.
Hemu · snow-view cabinHemu · Jikepulin ski day
Enjoy a full day around Hemu. When Jikepulin is operating, use the included four-hour beginner ski experience with skis, boots, poles and magic carpet. Otherwise, walk the old village, bridge and birch forest.
Hemu · snow-view cabinHemu → General Mountain → Altay
Use the included snowfield photo session with nine edited images, then continue to General Mountain for the seasonal sunset cable car and evening atmosphere when operating.
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