Altay is so beautiful it makes me scream!

You must visit Altay, see the summer in Hayao Miyazaki's comics, experience the pure land of Kanas, and rush to a romantic sunset in Hemu. This guide will teach you how to enjoy Altay, so bookmark it now! Preliminary preparation - Documents: ID card, various discount certificates (if any). - Clothing: Altay has a large temperature difference between day and night, so even in summer, you need to bring thick coats, such as jackets and down jackets. Other clothing should be comfortable, windproof, and sun-proof. You can bring brightly colored skirts for taking pictures. - Skincare & Sunscreen: High SPF sunscreen, sun protection clothing, sun hat, sunglasses, moisturizing skincare products, lip balm (dry climate). - Medicine: Common medicines such as cold medicine, stomach medicine, and motion sickness medicine. - Others: Power bank, camera, travel backpack. Itinerary Three-day tour - Day 1: Altay - Kanas Scenic Area - Morning: After arriving in Altay, take a bus to Kanas. Enjoy the magnificent scenery of northern Xinjiang along the way, with flocks of cattle and sheep and vast grasslands. - Afternoon: Enter the Kanas Scenic Area and go to the Fish Viewing Platform first. You need to take a shuttle bus and climb more than 1,000 steps. Standing on the Fish Viewing Platform overlooking Kanas Lake, the lake water changes color with the light, which is incredibly beautiful. - Evening: Stay in a homestay in the Kanas Scenic Area to experience the local customs. You can also watch the stars at night. - Day 2: Kanas Scenic Area - Hemu Village - Morning: Get up early and stroll along Kanas Lake to enjoy the tranquil and mysterious Kanas Lake in the morning mist. Then visit Moon Bay, Wolong Bay, and Shenxian Bay, and experience the agility of the lake water up close on the boardwalk. - Afternoon: Go to Hemu Village. After arriving, check in and leave your luggage. Then go to Hemu Bridge. Under the bridge is the rushing Hemu River, and on the other side is a large birch forest, with picturesque scenery. - Evening: Watch the sunset in Hemu Village. Climb to the viewing platform. When the afterglow of the setting sun sprinkles on the village, the entire Hemu Village is dyed golden, breathtakingly beautiful. In the evening, you can participate in a bonfire party and sing and dance with the local Tuva people. - Day 3: Hemu Village - Altay - Morning: Get up early to see the morning mist in Hemu Village, with smoke curling up from the kitchens and cattle and horses drinking water by the river, just like a paradise. You can ride a horse through the village and feel the freedom and comfort. - Afternoon: Pack your luggage and return to Altay city, ending the pleasant journey. Five-day tour Add to the three-day tour: - Day 4: Altay - Five-colored Beach - Burqin - Morning: Go to the Five-colored Beach, which is a perfect combination of Yadan landforms and river beach scenery. The scenery on both sides of the river is different. The south bank is a lush and green river valley landscape, and the north bank is a cliff-like Yadan landform with exposed rocks. Under the sunlight, the rocks are colorful. - Afternoon: After visiting the Five-colored Beach, go to Burqin and stroll around the Burqin River堤 Night Market to taste local specialties such as grilled pike, grilled mutton skewers, and kvass. - Day 5: Burqin - Altay - Morning: Stroll around the grasslands near Burqin and experience the vastness and tranquility of the grasslands. You can also experience recreational activities such as grass skiing. - Afternoon: Return to Altay city, prepare for the return journey, and end the five-day Altay trip. Food recommendations - Hand-grabbed mutton: The meat is tender and has no膻smell. It is served with onions and pepper and salt, retaining its original flavor. - Baked buns: The outer skin is crispy, and the filling is tender mutton. One bite is juicy. - Nang pit meat: The mutton is roasted in a nang pit. The outer skin is golden, and the inside is tender and juicy, with a fragrant aroma. - Milk tea: Salty milk tea, served with milk lumps and naan, can relieve greasiness and fill you up. It is a traditional drink of the local Kazakh and Mongolian people. Traffic guide - Airplane: Altay Airport has flights to and from Urumqi and other places, which is convenient for transportation. From the airport to the city, you can take the airport bus or a taxi. - Train: You can go to Urumqi first, then transfer to a train to Beitun City, and then take a bus from Beitun City to various places in Altay. - Chartered car/carpooling: Altay's scenic spots are relatively scattered. Chartering a car or carpooling is a more convenient way to travel. You can arrange your itinerary freely and stop to enjoy the scenery at any time. Precautions Respect local religious beliefs and customs, especially in ethnic minority areas. Prices in Kanas and Hemu scenic areas are relatively high. You can bring some snacks and drinking water yourself. Follow the instructions of the horseman and pay attention to safety when riding a horse. Pay attention to environmental protection during the tour and do not litter. The beauty of Altay is a blend of nature and humanity, a journey of healing for the soul. Pack your backpack and come to Altay for a date with nature!