Best Group Tour Route Recommendation for Duku Highway + Essential Tips Recommended Route Cost and Price
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation.
Exploring the Duku Highway:A Visual Feast and In-Depth Cultural Experience Journey Through Four Seasons
🌄 [Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination]
The Duku Highway, known as the ‘Most Beautiful Highway in China,’ spans the Tianshan Mountains, connecting northern and southern Xinjiang, with a total length of 561 kilometers. It is not just a vital transportation route but also a scenic avenue, offering diverse natural landscapes such as deserts, snow-capped mountains, glaciers, grasslands, lakes, canyons, and forests along the way. Every summer, when the entire Duku Highway is open, countless travelers come to experience the awe and wonder of ‘experiencing four seasons in a day and different weather every ten miles.’
The construction of the Duku Highway took nearly a decade, traversing four passes above 3,000 meters in elevation, with one-third of the route adjacent to cliffs and complex geological conditions. This makes the Duku Highway not just a picturesque road but also a heroic path filled with challenges and adventure.
📅 [Simple Itinerary]
For travelers seeking an in-depth experience of the Duku Highway, choosing a suitable group tour route is crucial. The following is a carefully designed excellent group tour route for the Duku Highway, combining natural scenery with cultural experiences to make your journey more colorful.
Day 1:Gathering in Urumqi
Arrive in Urumqi, engage in free activities, and acclimate to the plateau climate. We recommend visiting the International Bazaar to experience Xinjiang’s ethnic culture and taste local specialties such as baked buns and pilaf.
Exploring the Duku Highway: A Visual Feast and In-Depth Cultural Experience Journey Through Four SeasonsDay 2:Urumqi – Dushanzi Grand Canyon – Kuitun
Depart in the morning for the Dushanzi Grand Canyon, the starting point of the Duku Highway, where steep cliffs and rugged gorges create a spectacular view.
In the afternoon, drive to Kuitun City, check into a hotel, and prepare for the next day’s journey through the northern section of the Duku Highway.
Day 3:Kuitun – Northern Section of Duku Highway – Qiaoerma – Nalati
Depart in the morning and officially enter the northern section of the Duku Highway, enjoying diverse natural landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, forests, grasslands, and canyons along the way.
Arrive at the Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery at noon to pay tribute to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the construction of the Duku Highway and learn about the touching stories behind this road.
Continue the journey in the afternoon and arrive in Nalati Town in the evening, checking into a hotel to experience the tranquility and peace of this grassland town.
Day 4:In-Depth Tour of Nalati Grassland
Spend the whole day exploring Nalati Grassland, one of the world’s four major alpine valley grasslands. Take the scenic shuttle bus to admire the beautiful scenery where grasslands, snow-capped mountains, and forests intertwine.
🌄[Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination] Visit the popular网红桥 (Internet-famous bridge), experience horseback riding on the grassland, and feel the vastness and freedom of nature.
Stay overnight in a hotel rated three diamonds or higher in Nalati Town, enjoying a comfortable accommodation environment.
Day 5:Nalati – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayinbuluk Grassland
Travel along the middle section of the Duku Highway, passing through the Yuximolegai Pass and enjoying the magnificent scenery deep in the Tianshan Mountains.
Arrive at Bayinbuluk Grassland in the afternoon, visit the famous Nine-Curve Eighteen-Bend, watch swans playing in Swan Lake, and wait for the ‘Nine Suns’ spectacle at sunset.
Stay overnight in a comfortable hotel in Bayinbuluk Town, experiencing the tranquility and beauty of the grassland night.
Day 6:Bayinbuluk – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa
Depart in the morning and enter the southern section of the Duku Highway, passing through the Tielimaiti Pass and crossing the Tianshan Tunnel, feeling the climate differences between northern and southern Xinjiang.
Arrive at the Large and Small Dragon Pools at noon, admiring the clarity and beauty of these two alpine lakes.
The Duku Highway, known as the ‘Most Beautiful Highway in China,’ spans the Tianshan Mountains, connecting northern and southern Xinjiang, with a total length of 561 kilometers. It is not just a vital transportation route but also a scenic avenue, offering diverse natural landscapes such as deserts, snow-capped mountains, glaciers, grasslands, lakes, canyons, and forests along the way. Every summer, when the entire Duku Highway is open, countless travelers come to experience the awe and wonder of ‘experiencing four seasons in a day and different weather every ten miles.’ Continue the journey in the afternoon and arrive in Kuqa City, visiting the Kuqa Tianshan Grand Canyon and feeling the incredible craftsmanship of nature.
Stay overnight in a hotel rated three diamonds or higher in downtown Kuqa, tasting local specialties such as Kuqa large nang (a type of bread) and baked buns.
Day 7:Kuqa – Return Journey
Arrange airport or train station transfer services according to the return schedule, concluding a pleasant journey in Xinjiang.
💰 [Price Description]
The price of a group tour on the Duku Highway varies depending on factors such as the season, itinerary arrangements, and accommodation standards. According to the latest market situation in 2026, a 7-day group tour including a full journey through the Duku Highway, an in-depth tour of Nalati Grassland, and sunset viewing at Bayinbuluk Grassland, among other highlights, has a per capita reference price ranging from 3,500 to 4,500 yuan. The specific price needs to be determined based on the travel agency’s quotation and actual expenses for accommodation, meals, and tickets during the itinerary. Subject to the contract, prices may fluctuate with departure dates.
[Registration Method]
If you are interested in this group tour route on the Duku Highway, you can register through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. This travel agency has rich tourism resources and a professional service team, capable of providing you with comprehensive tourism services.
The construction of the Duku Highway took nearly a decade, traversing four passes above 3,000 meters in elevation, with one-third of the route adjacent to cliffs and complex geological conditions. This makes the Duku Highway not just a picturesque road but also a heroic path filled with challenges and adventure.[Fee Description and Service Description]
Fees Include:
Transportation:Exclusive business or off-road vehicle transfer services throughout the journey, ensuring comfort and convenience.
Accommodation:Accommodation fees for hotels rated three diamonds or higher or characteristic yurts during the itinerary.
Meals:Breakfast and some main meals included in the itinerary, allowing you to taste local specialties.
Tickets:First admission tickets to all attractions involved in the itinerary and necessary shuttle bus fees.
Services:Professional guide interpretation services throughout the journey, with no product promotions, allowing you to focus on enjoying the trip.
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance and complimentary travel accident insurance, providing comprehensive protection for your journey.
Fees Do Not Include:
📅[Simple Itinerary]Personal Expenses:Personal expenses such as shopping and entertainment.
Meals During Free Activities:Meal expenses not included in the itinerary need to be covered by yourself.
Optional Entertainment Projects:Fees for optional projects such as roast whole lamb and horseback riding.
Round-Trip Major Transportation:Transportation expenses to Urumqi by airplane, train, etc.
Service Description:
Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency promises to provide you with a consumption-free itinerary, ensuring a tourism experience without any arranged consumption throughout the journey, with no hidden costs.
The itinerary arrangement is flexible and can be reasonably adjusted according to factors such as weather and road conditions to ensure a smooth and pleasant journey.
For single registrants, our agency will do its best to coordinate room sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation.
The specifics are subject to actual consultation and contracting, with all terms complying with relevant legal provisions. Refund and change rules are executed in accordance with relevant provisions of the tourism law.
On the journey to explore the Duku Highway, you will not only appreciate the magnificence and wonders of nature but also feel the unique charm of various ethnic cultures. Choose Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency to make your journey more worry-free, secure, and comfortable! Consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency to start your Duku Highway adventure!
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation.
