Set off on a private luxury autumn journey across northern Xinjiang. Stay in mountain villas and wooden cabins amid golden birch forests. Witness morning mist over Hemu, colorful valleys of Kanas, and the quiet border village Baihaba. Catch sunset over Colorful Beach and gaze at brilliant starry skies. Enjoy private transfers, off-peak visits and local feasts, escaping crowds to embrace the grand beauty of Altay’s autumn.
Hemu Morning Mist Viewing
Get up early to witness ethereal morning fog shrouding Hemu village. Overlook golden birch forests, log cabins and winding streams from the viewpoint to capture the fairyland autumn scenery of northern Xinjiang.
In-Scenery Kanas Wooden Lodge Stay
Stay inside Kanas scenic area in quiet wooden courtyard lodges. Skip tedious daily shuttle rides and enjoy direct access to the Three Bays, fully immersed in the prime autumn landscape of Kanas.
Baihaba Border Village Retreat
Arrive at Magic River at dawn to capture the ethereal winter rime scenery. Mist hovers above the unfrozen river while trees are covered with silver frost, a rare fairyland only available in cold winter.
Xueling Snow Forest & Reindeer Encounter
Explore the untouched Xueling snow forest. Get close to reindeer, ride horse sleighs and walk through boundless white woods, escaping crowded tourist sites for pure snow tranquility.
Yanji Korean Border Cultural Immersion
Discover the unique Korean ethnic culture in Yanji. Dress in traditional garments, wander border town streets and taste authentic Yanbian food, enjoying exotic vibes of China’s northeast borderland.
DAY 1 Departure
Fly to Altay and settle into a secluded mountain villa. Adapt to the cool plateau autumn climate, release travel tiredness and get ready for this exclusive journey to northern Xinjiang’s autumn wonderland.
DAY 2 Hemu Village Transfer
Travel by private car to Hemu, the “God’s private land”. Admire changing autumn landscapes and golden birch woods. Check into a distinctive wooden cabin and enjoy the tranquil vibe of this ancient log village.
Day 3 Hemu Morning Mist
Wake up for Hemu’s iconic morning mist wrapping forests and cottages. Climb the viewing platform to overlook the whole village of golden birches, cabins and streams. Taste authentic Tuvan family feast at dusk.
DAY 4 Check-in at Kanas
Leave Hemu off-peak and ride private car to Kanas. Stay inside the scenic area in wooden courtyard lodges, saving repetitive shuttle rides. Rest gently to prepare for Kanas’ autumn scenery.
DAY 5 Kanas Three Bays
Explore Kanas’ Three Bays along boardwalks: Wolong Bay, Moon Bay and Fairy Bay. Admire rivers, colourful forests and meadows away from crowds. Return to lodge for peaceful afternoon rest.
DAY 6 Fairy Bay Dawn & Lake Sunset
Visit Fairy Bay at dawn for dreamy mist drifting through woods. Roam along Kanas Lake in daytime. Stay for sunset as golden glow spills over mountains and lake, enjoying the wild northern twilight.
DAY 7 Baihaba Border Village
Complete border clearance and head for Baihaba, the remote border village. Explore primitive birch village and stay in local guesthouse. Unwind with exclusive wooden cabin SPA at night.
DAY 8 Colorful Beach Sunset
Watch peaceful sunrise over Baihaba. Drive to Burqin without detours. Arrive at Colorful Beach for stunning sunset over Yadan landform and the Irtysh River. Overnight in Burqin.
DAY 9 Burqin Starry Night
Relax in Burqin, wander old streets and pick local specialties. Enjoy the pure starry sky on terrace far from city lights, then transfer to Altay downtown for overnight stay.
DAY 10 Warm home
Take a leisurely day to reflect on the scenery of Hemu, Kanas, Baihaba and Colorful Beach. Private transfer to airport arranged according to flight time to end this 10-day autumn private tour.
