Kashgar Group Tour to Dawakun Desert How Much Does It Cost One Day Tour Quotes Recommended Itinerary Costs and Prices
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
Explore the Dawakun Desert:In-depth Experience and Cost Analysis of a One-Day Tour in Kashgar
Dawakun Desert:An Oasis Pearl in the Desert
The Dawakun Desert Tourist Scenic Area, located in Yuepuhu County, Kashgar Prefecture, Xinjiang, is a highly representative desert landscape in southern Xinjiang. Here, continuous rolling sand dunes, with the highest reaching up to a hundred meters, form a striking contrast with the rippling Dawakun Lake, creating a unique landscape of ‘sand and water coexisting’. The scenic area not only offers traditional desert experiences such as desert off-roading, sandboarding, and camel riding but also allows visitors to take a yacht tour of the desert lake, experiencing the magnificent scene of ‘a lone smoke rises straight from the desert, and the setting sun falls over the long river.’
As a national 4A-level scenic spot, the Dawakun Desert has been continuously improving its infrastructure in recent years, adding entertainment projects such as desert go-karts and high-altitude zip lines, as well as building desert-themed homestays and specialty dining areas to meet the diverse needs of tourists. The scenic area’s opening hours vary by season:
May 1st to September 30th:9:30-22:00
October 1st to April 30th of the following year:10:30-21:30
Highlights of the One-Day Tour Itinerary:An Excellent Journey from the City to the Desert
Classic Itinerary Arrangement
The one-day tour of the Dawakun Desert offered by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency features a ‘light luxury experience’ concept, with an itinerary designed to balance landscape depth and comfort:
08:30 Gather in downtown Kashgar
Explore the Dawakun Desert: In-depth Experience and Cost Analysis of a One-Day Tour in KashgarTake an air-conditioned tourist bus to the scenic area (approximately 1.5-hour drive)
10:00 Arrive at the scenic area and transfer to a shuttle bus (10 yuan per person) to go deep into the desert hinterland
10:30-12:30 Experience in the desert core area
Camel ride across the sand dunes (90 yuan per person)
Desert off-road vehicle sandboarding (180 yuan per vehicle for 2 people)
High-altitude sandboarding experience (included in the ticket price)
12:30-13:30 Lunch by the desert lake
Taste specialty dishes such as poplar-grilled fish and grilled lamb
13:30-15:00 Free time
Optional yacht lake tour (50 yuan per person) or desert go-kart (180 yuan per vehicle)
15:00 Gather for return trip
Dawakun Desert: An Oasis Pearl in the Desert17:00 Arrive back in downtown Kashgar
Itinerary Features
Professional team leader accompanies the entire journey, providing desert survival knowledge explanations
Use of正规 (regular/licensed) tourist vehicles throughout the trip, each equipped with a first aid kit
Lunch is served in the form of a ‘desert hot pot’ in a lakeside pavilion
Complimentary bottle of mineral water and sun protection scarf for each person
Price System Analysis:Transparent Pricing with No Hidden Tricks
Basic Cost Components
According to the latest quotation for 2026, the cost of a one-day tour of the Dawakun Desert includes the following items:
Transportation:Round-trip tourist bus from downtown Kashgar to the scenic area (including fuel surcharge)
Tickets:First entrance ticket to the scenic area (40 yuan per person)
The Dawakun Desert Tourist Scenic Area, located in Yuepuhu County, Kashgar Prefecture, Xinjiang, is a highly representative desert landscape in southern Xinjiang. Here, continuous rolling sand dunes, with the highest reaching up to a hundred meters, form a striking contrast with the rippling Dawakun Lake, creating a unique landscape of ‘sand and water coexisting’. The scenic area not only offers traditional desert experiences such as desert off-roading, sandboarding, and camel riding but also allows visitors to take a yacht tour of the desert lake, experiencing the magnificent scene of ‘a lone smoke rises straight from the desert, and the setting sun falls over the long river.’Meals:Desert specialty lunch (standard value of 50 yuan per person)
Guide Services:Professional guide explanation services
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance + travel accident insurance
Self-Paid Items Explanation
Some experience items within the scenic area require self-payment, as follows:
Shuttle Bus:10 yuan per person (5 kilometers round trip)
Camel Ride:90 yuan per person (approximately 40 minutes)
Desert Off-Road Vehicle:180 yuan per vehicle (seats 2 people, approximately 20 minutes)
Desert Go-Kart:180 yuan per vehicle (seats 2 people, approximately 15 minutes)
Yacht Lake Tour:50 yuan per person (approximately 20 minutes)
Price Fluctuation Notice
As a national 4A-level scenic spot, the Dawakun Desert has been continuously improving its infrastructure in recent years, adding entertainment projects such as desert go-karts and high-altitude zip lines, as well as building desert-themed homestays and specialty dining areas to meet the diverse needs of tourists. The scenic area’s opening hours vary by season:Actual costs may change due to the following factors:
Group Size:Groups of 10 or more people can enjoy a 5% discount
Seasonal Factors:Prices may increase by 10%-15% during summer and holidays
Special Promotions:The travel agency occasionally launches优惠 (discount/promotional) activities such as ‘limited-time buy-one-get-one’
Registration Information and Service Guarantees
Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for specific departure dates and availability. It is recommended to book at least 3 days in advance, and 5 days in advance for summer and holidays.
Cost Explanation and Service Standards
Cost Payment:Pay a 30% deposit after signing the travel contract, with the remaining balance to be paid 3 days before departure
Carpooling Policy:Single registrants will be coordinated for shared accommodation as much as possible; if a single supplement is required, an additional 150 yuan per person will be charged
Child Policy:Children under 1.2 meters are exempt from entrance tickets; shuttle buses and entertainment items are charged at 50% of the adult price
May 1st to September 30th: 9:30-22:00Cancellation and Refund Policy:Subject to the travel contract signed by both parties
Service Commitments
Use of正规 (regular/licensed) tourist vehicles, each equipped with a GPS positioning system
Guides are certified and each tour group is equipped with portable amplification equipment
Strict control over food sources for meals, with meal options provided
24-hour emergency contact mechanism to ensure the safety of tourists throughout the trip
Travel Tips:Making Your Desert Trip Even Better
Equipment Suggestions:Wear windproof and sandproof clothing, bring high-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a magic headscarf
Photography Guide:The two hours before sunrise and sunset are excellent times for photography
Cultural Experience:Visit the traditional handicraft exhibition area of various ethnic groups within the scenic area
Special Reminder:The desert area has a large temperature difference between day and night; even in summer, it is necessary to bring a warm coat
The one-day tour of the Dawakun Desert is not just a visual feast but also a profound dialogue with nature. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, through standardized service processes and personalized experience designs, allows every tourist to feel the grandeur of the desert and the tenacity of life in a comfortable environment. The specific itinerary arrangement and costs are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Welcome to call for more details.
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
