Silk Road Dream Enjoy Train Northern Xinjiang In depth Tour Hemu Plus Full Duku Highway Price Details Plus Guide Recommended Itinerary Cost and Price
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
✨ [Silk Road Dream Enjoys North Xinjiang In-depth Tour:Unlock a comfortable experience of ‘China’s most beautiful highway’ and secluded villages]✨
Autumn in northern Xinjiang is like a palette overturned by the Creator—golden birch forests, azure Kanas Lake, and the wispy smoke rising from Hemu Village, paired with the Dukou Highway that traverses the Tianshan Mountains, forming a flowing painting. To deeply experience the grandeur and culture of this land in 16 days, the ‘Starry Realm: 16-Day Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang’ offered by the Silk Road Dream Enjoys is undoubtedly the ideal choice. This article will provide a comprehensive analysis of this time-traveling journey, covering itinerary highlights, schedule, cost breakdown, and practical guides.
I. Itinerary Highlights: Why Choose Silk Road Dream Enjoys?
🌄 Full traversal of the Dukou Highway, checking in at ‘China’s most beautiful highway’
The Dukou Highway starts from Dushanzi in the north and ends in Kuqa in the south, spanning 561 kilometers in total. It runs through the Tianshan Mountains, connecting diverse landscapes such as grasslands, canyons, snow-capped mountains, and lakes. Silk Road Dream Enjoys specially arranges the ‘Northern Dukou’ itinerary to avoid self-drive congestion and, with the explanations of professional guides, allows you to feel the shock of ‘seeing four seasons in one day and different skies every ten miles.’
🏡 In-depth experience of Hemu Village, staying in ‘your own backyard’
Hemu Village is known as ‘China’s most beautiful village.’ Tuwa wooden houses are scattered among the birch forests, and the wispy smoke amidst the morning mist and the Milky Way under the starry sky create stunning scenes. The itinerary specially includes one night at the Hemu Resort Hotel, giving you ample time to photograph the sunrise, hike to the Haden Platform, or communicate with local residents and experience the tranquility of the primitive village.
🚂 Luxury train + high-end accommodation, combining comfort and experience
Silk Road Dream Enjoys adopts a ‘mobile five-star hotel’ design, with large observation windows, bathrooms, and 24-hour hot water in the carriages. Multiple nights are spent on the train during the itinerary, saving time on long-distance travel. For land segments, high-end hotels such as the Hilton Urumqi and Nalati Jinling Resort are selected to maximize travel comfort.
🍜 Culinary Delights of Northern Xinjiang:From the Jade Pool Banquet to the Dawaz Welcome Banquet
The itinerary covers特色 (characteristic) cuisines of various ethnic groups: the ‘Jade Pool Banquet’ at Tianchi on the Tianshan Mountains features mountain delicacies and game; the ‘hand-grabbed mutton’ in Yining is tender and juicy; the ‘Southern Xinjiang Welcome Banquet’ in Kashgar combines authentic flavors such as baked stuffed buns and pot meat. The train also offers Chinese and Western buffets to meet diverse taste needs.
II. Simple Itinerary: 16-Day Immersive Experience of Northern Xinjiang’s Beauty
✨[Silk Road Dream Enjoys North Xinjiang In-depth Tour: Unlock a comfortable experience of ‘China’s most beautiful highway’ and secluded villages]✨Based on the latest itinerary information, the schedule is as follows (meals and accommodation are clearly marked):
Day 1:National – Urumqi
Exclusive airport pickup service, check-in at Hilton Urumqi Hotel (or equivalent), dinner is a hotel buffet.
Day 2:Urumqi – Tianchi on the Tianshan Mountains – Urumqi
Visit Tianchi on the Tianshan Mountains, including a boat tour experience; lunch is the ‘Jade Pool Banquet,’ dinner is the ‘Dawaz Welcome Banquet.’
Day 3:Urumqi – Silk Road Dream Enjoys – Kuitun – Northern Dukou – Nalati
Take the special train to Kuitun, traverse the Northern Dukou; lunch is train Chinese cuisine, dinner is Nalati特色 (characteristic) cuisine, check-in at Nalati Jinling Resort.
Day 4:Nalati Grassland – Tianshan Flower Sea – Yining
Visit the Nalati空中 (aerial) grassland, check in at Tianshan Flower Sea; all three meals are local特色 cuisine, check-in at InterContinental Yining Hotel.
Day 5:Yining – Sayram Lake – Beitun City
Tour around Sayram Lake, lunch is local特色 (characteristic) cuisine, dinner is train dinner, check-in on the train.
Day 6:Beitun City – Hemu
Autumn in northern Xinjiang is like a palette overturned by the Creator—golden birch forests, azure Kanas Lake, and the wispy smoke rising from Hemu Village, paired with the Dukou Highway that traverses the Tianshan Mountains, forming a flowing painting. To deeply experience the grandeur and culture of this land in 16 days, the ‘Starry Realm: 16-Day Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang’ offered by the Silk Road Dream Enjoys is undoubtedly the ideal choice. This article will provide a comprehensive analysis of this time-traveling journey, covering itinerary highlights, schedule, cost breakdown, and practical guides.Go deep into Hemu Village, breakfast is train breakfast, lunch and dinner are local特色 (characteristic) cuisine, check-in at Hemu Resort Hotel.
Day 7:Hemu – Kanas
Visit Kanas Lake, all three meals are local特色 (characteristic) cuisine, check-in at Manyunjian Hotel.
Day 8:Kanas – Beitun City – Korla
Return to Beitun City and then proceed to Korla, breakfast is hotel breakfast, lunch is local特色 (characteristic) cuisine, dinner is train dinner, check-in on the train.
Day 9:Korla – Lop Nur Village – Kashgar
Visit Lop Nur Village, lunch is local特色 (characteristic) cuisine, dinner is train dinner, check-in on the train (foreign tourists will be replaced with a trip to Bosten Lake + Bazhou Museum).
Day 10:Kashgar – Gaotai Folk Residence – Yingjisha Knife Museum – Kashgar
Tour Kashgar Old City, lunch is local特色 (characteristic) cuisine, dinner is the ‘Southern Xinjiang Welcome Banquet,’ check-in at Radisson Hotel Kashgar.
Day 11:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Check in at Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, all three meals are local特色 (characteristic) cuisine, check-in at Radisson Hotel Kashgar.
Day 12:Kashgar – Id Kah Mosque – Kashgar Old City – Turpan
I. Itinerary Highlights: Why Choose Silk Road Dream Enjoys?Visit Id Kah Mosque, lunch is特色 (characteristic) cuisine, dinner is train dinner, check-in on the train.
Day 13:Turpan – Grape Valley – Turpan
Visit Grape Valley, breakfast is train breakfast, lunch and dinner are local特色 (characteristic) cuisine, check-in at Turpan Hengze International Hotel.
Day 14:Turpan – Flaming Mountains – Karez Irrigation System – Urumqi
Visit the Flaming Mountains and Karez Irrigation System, all three meals are local特色 (characteristic) cuisine, check-in at Hilton Urumqi Hotel.
Day 15:Urumqi – National
Exclusive airport drop-off service, sleep in as late as you want, breakfast included, lunch and dinner on your own.
III. Price Description: Transparent Pricing, No Hidden Fees
Based on the latest quote for 2026, Silk Road Dream Enjoys offers two room type options (prices are subject to contract and may fluctuate with departure dates):
Qingya Residence / Shuanghui Pavilion / Parent-Child轩 (轩 means pavilion or room):69,999 yuan/person
Jinxiu Weiyang Suite:299,999 yuan/set (accommodates 2 adults and 1 child, additional fees for children without beds)
Fees Include:
🌄 Full traversal of the Dukou Highway, checking in at ‘China’s most beautiful highway’Train accommodation, land high-end hotel accommodation;
All meals (including特色 (characteristic) banquets);
Admission tickets and shuttle bus fees;
Professional guide and team leader services;
Travel accident insurance.
Fees Do Not Include:
Round-trip transportation to Urumqi;
Personal expenses and attractions not mentioned in the itinerary;
(Single registrants will do their best to coordinate room sharing, special circumstances require negotiation).
IV. Registration Method: Three Simple Steps to Start Your Northern Xinjiang Journey
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with the following process:
Consult Customer Service:Contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing to confirm departure dates and availability;
The Dukou Highway starts from Dushanzi in the north and ends in Kuqa in the south, spanning 561 kilometers in total. It runs through the Tianshan Mountains, connecting diverse landscapes such as grasslands, canyons, snow-capped mountains, and lakes. Silk Road Dream Enjoys specially arranges the ‘Northern Dukou’ itinerary to avoid self-drive congestion and, with the explanations of professional guides, allows you to feel the shock of ‘seeing four seasons in one day and different skies every ten miles.’Submit Materials:Provide basic information such as valid identification and contact details;
Sign Contract:After both parties confirm the itinerary details, sign an electronic or paper contract.
V. Fee Description and Service Description: Transparent Details for a Comfortable Journey
Cancellation and Modification Policy:Subject to contract agreement, it is recommended to purchase cancellation and modification insurance before traveling;
Weather and Changes:In case of extreme weather or policy changes, both parties can agree to modify the itinerary;
Special Needs:Foreign tourists, elderly people, or children need to be notified in advance to arrange suitable services;
Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
VI. Practical Guide: Making Your Journey Smoother
Best Season:June-October is the peak season for tourism in northern Xinjiang, with September-October offering excellent autumn scenery, but early booking is required;
Clothing Suggestions:Large temperature differences between day and night require carrying windbreakers and thermal underwear;
Photography Tips:Sunrise in Hemu, starry sky in Kanas, and touring around Sayram Lake are must-capture scenes, it is recommended to carry a wide-angle lens;
Cultural Respect:Dress appropriately when visiting and avoid exposure; maintain politeness when communicating with local residents.
The beauty of northern Xinjiang lies in its coexistence of vastness and delicacy, grandeur and warmth. Silk Road Dream Enjoys, with its professional services and in-depth experiences, allows you to immerse yourself in the gifts of this land without worrying about itinerary details. If you desire a ‘spontaneous’ journey to northern Xinjiang, why not contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to start your Silk Road Dream Enjoys journey!
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
