First Time Group Tour of Duku Highway Ticket Booking + Guide Must Read Recommended Routes, Costs, and Prices

Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation.

Exploring the Duku Highway:A visual feast through the Tianshan Mountains✨
The Duku Highway, a scenic route stretching across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, attracts countless travelers with its unique charm of experiencing four seasons in a day and different weather every ten miles. For first-time travelers on this highway, opting for a guided tour is undoubtedly the most worry-free and convenient option. This article will provide you with a detailed guide to guided tours on the Duku Highway, helping you easily plan an unforgettable journey.
I. Detailed Introduction to Routes or Destinations
The Duku Highway, approximately 561 kilometers in length, starts from Dushanzi District in Karamay City in the north and ends in Kuqa City in the Aksu Prefecture in the south, traversing the Tianshan Mountains and connecting northern and southern Xinjiang. Along the way, you will witness a splendid fusion of various natural landscapes, including snow-capped mountains, canyons, grasslands, forests, rivers, Danxia landforms, Yardang landforms, and Gobi deserts, and feel the extraordinary craftsmanship of nature.
Dushanzi Grand Canyon:As the starting point of the Duku Highway, the Dushanzi Grand Canyon attracts numerous tourists with its spectacular canyon scenery and a variety of recreational activities. Standing at the edge of the canyon, you can overlook the deep gullies and feel the awe-inspiring power of nature.
Qiaoerma Revolutionary Martyrs Cemetery:This is the resting place for martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the construction of the Duku Highway. It is an important site to commemorate the martyrs and experience the revolutionary spirit. The cemetery is shaded by green trees and exudes a solemn and respectful atmosphere.
Nalati Grassland:As one of the world’s four major alpine valley grasslands, Nalati Grassland is renowned for its vast expanse, beautiful mountain flowers, and herds of cattle and sheep. In summer, the grassland is covered with lush green grass and blooming flowers, making it a paradise for photography enthusiasts.

Exploring the Duku Highway: A visual feast through the Tianshan Mountains✨Bayinbuluk Grassland:The second largest grassland in China, it is famous for its boundless expanse and the spectacular sunset over its winding river with eighteen bends. In the evening, as the sun sets, the river reflects the sunlight, creating the marvelous sight of nine suns, which is truly breathtaking.
Kuqa Tianshan Mystery Grand Canyon:This is a canyon composed of red mountain clusters, with winding paths and mysterious scenery inside. Strolling through it, you will feel as if you are in a fantastical world.
II. Simple Itinerary
The following is a simple itinerary for a 6-day guided tour of the Duku Highway for your reference:
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi
After arriving in Urumqi, Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency will arrange a private car to pick you up from the airport/station and check you into a comfortable hotel in the city. You can spend the afternoon at leisure, and we recommend visiting the International Bazaar to experience the ethnic customs of Xinjiang.
Day 2:Urumqi – Dushanzi Grand Canyon – Kuitun

The Duku Highway, a scenic route stretching across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, attracts countless travelers with its unique charm of experiencing four seasons in a day and different weather every ten miles. For first-time travelers on this highway, opting for a guided tour is undoubtedly the most worry-free and convenient option. This article will provide you with a detailed guide to guided tours on the Duku Highway, helping you easily plan an unforgettable journey.After breakfast, take a car to the Dushanzi Grand Canyon. After the tour, proceed to Kuitun City and check into a hotel. Enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Tianshan Mountains along the way.
Day 3:Kuitun – Northern Section of Duku Highway – Qiaoerma – Nalati
After breakfast, officially enter the northern section of the Duku Highway and enjoy diverse natural scenery along the way, including snow-capped mountains, forests, grasslands, and canyons. Arrive at the Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery at noon to commemorate the martyrs. Continue to Nalati Town in the afternoon and check into a hotel.
Day 4:In-depth Tour of Nalati Grassland
Spend the whole day exploring Nalati Grassland. Take the scenic area shuttle bus to admire the grassland scenery and the snow-capped mountains in the distance. Return to Nalati Town and check into a hotel in the afternoon.
Day 5:Nalati – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayinbuluk
After breakfast, travel along the middle section of the Duku Highway to Bayinbuluk Grassland. In the afternoon, visit Swan Lake and the scenic area with eighteen bends of the river. Wait for the sunset at the viewing platform in the evening to admire the marvelous sight of nine suns.

I. Detailed Introduction to Routes or DestinationsDay 6:Bayinbuluk – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa – Urumqi
After breakfast, travel along the southern section of the Duku Highway to Kuqa City. On the way, visit the Small and Big Dragon Ponds scenic area to enjoy the beautiful scenery of snow-capped mountains reflecting on the lakes. After arriving in Kuqa in the afternoon, visit the Kuqa Tianshan Mystery Grand Canyon. Take a flight back to Urumqi in the evening to conclude your pleasant journey in Xinjiang.
III. Price Description
The price of a guided tour of the Duku Highway varies depending on factors such as the season, itinerary specifications, and accommodation standards. According to the market situation in 2026, the price range for a 6-day guided tour is approximately between 3500 yuan and 5000 yuan. The specific price needs to be determined based on the detailed itinerary and quotation provided by the travel agency and is subject to the contract. The price usually includes the fees for using regular tourist vehicles throughout the journey, fuel, tolls, accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, local specialty catering, and professional guide services. It does not include personal expenses of tourists, secondary consumption within scenic spots, and round-trip transportation expenses to Xinjiang.
IV. Registration Method
You can register for a guided tour of the Duku Highway through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. Consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for more itinerary details and registration information.
V. Fee Description and Service Description

The Duku Highway, approximately 561 kilometers in length, starts from Dushanzi District in Karamay City in the north and ends in Kuqa City in the Aksu Prefecture in the south, traversing the Tianshan Mountains and connecting northern and southern Xinjiang. Along the way, you will witness a splendid fusion of various natural landscapes, including snow-capped mountains, canyons, grasslands, forests, rivers, Danxia landforms, Yardang landforms, and Gobi deserts, and feel the extraordinary craftsmanship of nature.Fee Description:
The guided tour fee includes the various service fees mentioned above, and the specific fees are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
The travel agency will provide accommodation and catering options of different grades according to the needs and budget of tourists.
Tourists need to bear their own round-trip transportation expenses to Xinjiang, as well as personal expenses and secondary consumption within scenic spots.
Service Description:
Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency will provide professional guide services to ensure that tourists receive sufficient care and guidance during the journey.
The travel agency will make reasonable changes to the itinerary according to actual conditions such as weather and road conditions to ensure the safety and travel experience of tourists.

Dushanzi Grand Canyon: As the starting point of the Duku Highway, the Dushanzi Grand Canyon attracts numerous tourists with its spectacular canyon scenery and a variety of recreational activities. Standing at the edge of the canyon, you can overlook the deep gullies and feel the awe-inspiring power of nature. The travel agency will provide 24-hour customer service to answer questions and difficulties encountered by tourists during the journey at any time.
For single travelers, the travel agency will try its best to arrange shared rooms. Special circumstances require separate negotiation.
VI. Warm Tips
Opening Hours of the Duku Highway:It is open from June to October each year, with specific dates determined by weather and road conditions. The daily passage time is from 8:00 to 21:00, and entry is not allowed at other times.
Vehicle Restrictions:Only small vehicles with 7 seats or less are allowed on the Duku Highway. Motorhomes are limited to a height of 4.5 meters, and towed motorhomes are not allowed. Please check if your vehicle meets the requirements before departure.
Clothing Preparation:The climate along the Duku Highway changes greatly, so you should wear clothing suitable for various weather conditions, such as windbreakers and raincoats. At the same time, comfortable non-slip shoes are also necessary.
Driving Suggestions:The Duku Highway has many curves and single lanes in both directions, with complex road conditions. It is not recommended for novice drivers to drive by themselves. Choosing a guided tour is more worry-free.
Navigation Preparation:Some areas of the Duku Highway have no signal coverage, so it is recommended to prepare offline maps as a backup.
The Duku Highway, a scenic route through the Tianshan Mountains, awaits every travel enthusiast to explore. Choose the guided tour service of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency to make your journey more worry-free, convenient, and enjoyable!

Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation.