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Explore Xinjiang’s Duku Highway:2026 No-Shopping-Stop Customized Vehicle Group Tour Guide for In-Depth Travel✨
I. Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination
Xinjiang’s Duku Highway, hailed by travelers as ‘China’s Most Beautiful Highway,’ is a legendary road that winds like a dragon through the Tianshan Mountains, connecting the magnificent landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang. In 2026, this highway continues to attract countless visitors with its unique charm. Stretching approximately 561 kilometers, the Duku Highway is recommended for travel from early June to early October each year, though temporary traffic guidance may occur due to weather conditions. Along the way, you’ll encounter snow-capped mountains, grasslands, canyons, lakes, forests, and other diverse landscapes, experiencing the magical sensation of ‘four seasons in one day and different weather every ten miles.’
Key Checkpoints Include:
Dushanzi Grand Canyon:A spectacular canyon formed by the Kuitun River cutting through the Tianshan Mountains, featuring a wide canyon floor and steep canyon shoulders, making it a paradise for photographers.
Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery:Commemorating the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the construction of the Duku Highway, this site also marks the starting point of the Tangbula百里 (Tangbula Hundred-Li) Gallery.
Tangbula Hundred-Li Gallery:A picturesque stretch of scenery along the route, where grasslands, snow-capped mountains, forests, and streams intertwine to form beautiful tableaus.
Nalati Grassland:One of the world’s four largest grasslands, it integrates snow-capped mountains, glaciers, forests, valleys, meadows, and rivers, offering an excellent opportunity to experience the folk customs of various ethnic groups.
Bayinbuluk Grassland:China’s largest swan reserve, where the Kaidu River forms the picturesque scene of ‘nine bends and eighteen turns,’ and visitors can admire the spectacular sight of the sunset reflecting on the river in the evening.
Large and Small Dragon Pools:High-altitude lakes with clear, green waters surrounded by snow-capped mountains, offering a picturesque view.
Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon:Formed by seabed rocks through mountain-building movements, billions of years of wind and rain erosion have created奇特 (unique) landforms such as rugged stone pillars, caves, and gullies.

Explore Xinjiang’s Duku Highway: 2026 No-Shopping-Stop Customized Vehicle Group Tour Guide for In-Depth Travel✨II. Simple Itinerary
[8-Day, 7-Night No-Shopping-Stop Customized Vehicle Group Tour Itinerary]
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi
Arrive in Urumqi, check into the hotel, and acclimate to the climate. In the evening, visit the Grand Bazaar to sample Xinjiang’s specialty cuisines.
Day 2:Urumqi – Dushanzi – Qiaoerma
Depart from Urumqi in the morning and head to Dushanzi to visit the Dushanzi Grand Canyon.
In the afternoon, drive to Qiaoerma, enjoying the magnificent views of the Tianshan Mountains along the way.
Upon arrival in Qiaoerma, visit the Martyrs Cemetery to pay respects to the fallen heroes.
Check into a hotel near Qiaoerma for the night.
Day 3:Qiaoerma – Tangbula Hundred-Li Gallery – Nalati
Depart in the morning and traverse the Tangbula Hundred-Li Gallery, stopping along the way to take photos and admire the scenery.

I. Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination Arrive at Nalati Grassland in the afternoon to explore the aerial grassland and valley grassland.
Check into a characteristic homestay in Nalati for the night to experience grassland life.
Day 4:Nalati – Bayinbuluk
Enjoy free time on Nalati Grassland in the morning, with options for horseback riding or visiting nomadic families.
In the afternoon, drive to Bayinbuluk Grassland to visit Swan Lake and the ‘nine bends and eighteen turns.’
Check into a hotel in Bayinbuluk Town for the night.
Day 5:Bayinbuluk – Large and Small Dragon Pools – Kuqa
Depart in the morning and head to the Large and Small Dragon Pools to admire the beauty of the high-altitude lakes.
In the afternoon, traverse the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon to experience its unique geological landscapes.
Arrive in Kuqa in the evening and check into the hotel.
Day 6:Kuqa – Kizil Thousand-Buddha Caves – Aksu
Visit the Kizil Thousand-Buddha Caves in the morning to learn about the ancient Silk Road culture.

Xinjiang’s Duku Highway, hailed by travelers as ‘China’s Most Beautiful Highway,’ is a legendary road that winds like a dragon through the Tianshan Mountains, connecting the magnificent landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang. In 2026, this highway continues to attract countless visitors with its unique charm. Stretching approximately 561 kilometers, the Duku Highway is recommended for travel from early June to early October each year, though temporary traffic guidance may occur due to weather conditions. Along the way, you’ll encounter snow-capped mountains, grasslands, canyons, lakes, forests, and other diverse landscapes, experiencing the magical sensation of ‘four seasons in one day and different weather every ten miles.’ In the afternoon, drive to Aksu, enjoying the views of snow-capped mountains and glaciers in the Tomur Peak Nature Reserve along the way.
Check into a hotel in Aksu for the night.
Day 7:Aksu – Yining
Depart in the morning and head to Yining, enjoying the diverse ethnic customs along the way.
Arrive in Yining in the afternoon and visit the Kazanqi Folk Street to experience the culture of various ethnic groups.
Check into a hotel in Yining for the night.
Day 8:Yining – Sayram Lake – Urumqi
Depart in the morning and head to Sayram Lake to enjoy the lakeside scenery.
In the afternoon, drive back to Urumqi to conclude the pleasant journey.
III. Pricing Information
[Vehicle Types and Reference Prices]

Key Checkpoints Include:7-Seater Domestic Luxury Business Vehicle: May – 1000-1100 yuan/day, June – 1300-1500 yuan/day, July – 1600-1800 yuan/day, August – 1800-2000 yuan/day, September – 1600-1800 yuan/day. These prices are for reference only; actual prices are subject to customer service quotation!
13-Seater Minibus: May – 1200-1600 yuan/day, June – 1500-1900 yuan/day, July – 1800-2200 yuan/day, August – 2000-2400 yuan/day, September – 1800-2200 yuan/day. These prices are for reference only; actual prices are subject to customer service quotation!
15-Seater Minibus: May – 1400-1800 yuan/day, June – 1700-2100 yuan/day, July – 2000-2400 yuan/day, August – 2200-2600 yuan/day, September – 2000-2400 yuan/day. These prices are for reference only; actual prices are subject to customer service quotation!
18-Seater Minibus: May – 1600-2000 yuan/day, June – 1900-2300 yuan/day, July – 2200-2600 yuan/day, August – 2400-2800 yuan/day, September – 2200-2600 yuan/day. These prices are for reference only; actual prices are subject to customer service quotation!
19-Seater Bus: May – 1800-2200 yuan/day, June – 2100-2500 yuan/day, July – 2400-2800 yuan/day, August – 2600-3000 yuan/day, September – 2400-2800 yuan/day. These prices are for reference only; actual prices are subject to customer service quotation!
37-Seater Bus: May – 2200-2600 yuan/day, June – 2500-2900 yuan/day, July – 2800-3200 yuan/day, August – 3000-3400 yuan/day, September – 2800-3200 yuan/day. These prices are for reference only; actual prices are subject to customer service quotation!
38-Seater Bus: May – 2300-2700 yuan/day, June – 2600-3000 yuan/day, July – 2900-3300 yuan/day, August – 3100-3500 yuan/day, September – 2900-3300 yuan/day. These prices are for reference only; actual prices are subject to customer service quotation!
55-Seater Bus: May – 2800-3200 yuan/day, June – 3100-3500 yuan/day, July – 3400-3800 yuan/day, August – 3600-4000 yuan/day, September – 3400-3800 yuan/day. These prices are for reference only; actual prices are subject to customer service quotation!
[What’s Included]
Vehicle usage fee, fuel fee, road and bridge tolls, parking fee, and driver service fee.
Driver’s food and accommodation subsidies (included in some fleet quotations; confirm in advance).
[What’s Not Included]

Dushanzi Grand Canyon: A spectacular canyon formed by the Kuitun River cutting through the Tianshan Mountains, featuring a wide canyon floor and steep canyon shoulders, making it a paradise for photographers. Visitor’s accommodation, meals, admission tickets, and personal expenses.
Overtime service fee (approximately 50 yuan/hour for services beyond the agreed 8 hours).
Excess mileage fee (approximately 1-3 yuan/kilometer for distances beyond the agreed 300 kilometers/day).
[Special Notes]
The above prices are for reference only; actual costs may vary based on travel time, accommodation standards, meal inclusions, etc. Enroll and inquire through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Phone:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; same number for WeChat.
IV. Enrollment Method
You can enroll in this no-shopping-stop customized vehicle group tour of the Duku Highway through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. When enrolling, please provide information such as the number of travelers, travel dates, and vehicle type selection to allow customer service to arrange a suitable itinerary and vehicle for you.
V. Pricing and Service Information
[Pricing Information]
A deposit is required upon enrollment, with the remaining balance to be paid before departure. Actual costs are subject to consultation and contract signing.
The cost includes vehicle usage fee, fuel fee, road and bridge tolls, parking fee, and driver service fee. It does not include visitor’s accommodation, meals, admission tickets, and personal expenses.

Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery: Commemorating the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the construction of the Duku Highway, this site also marks the starting point of the Tangbula Hundred-Li Gallery. If you wish to include accommodation, admission tickets, etc., you can opt for a package service; actual prices are subject to customer service quotation.
[Service Information]
We provide vehicles with formal operational qualifications and drivers with licenses who are familiar with road conditions and scenic area policies in northern and southern Xinjiang.
If changes occur in weather, road conditions, or scenic area policies during the itinerary, both parties can negotiate and make reasonable adjustments to the itinerary.
We offer 24-hour itinerary management services to respond promptly to emergencies.
All cost details are transparent with no ambiguous charges, and a formal travel contract is signed to protect visitor’s rights.
VI. Warm Tips
The Duku Highway is recommended for vehicles with 7 seats or fewer; please choose an appropriate vehicle type based on the number of travelers.
The weather on the Duku Highway is variable with large temperature differences between day and night; please bring enough warm clothing and sun protection items.
Please follow environmental protection regulations during the trip and do not litter to protect the ecological environment along the Duku Highway.
Respect the customs and folk culture of local ethnic groups; do not take photos of locals without permission, especially in folk cultural venues.
Before traveling, please pay attention to real-time road conditions and traffic policies released through channels such as Xinjiang Road Network and Xinjiang Transportation.
Xinjiang’s Duku Highway, a legendary road full of wonders, is waiting for you to explore and discover. Join Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s no-shopping-stop customized vehicle group tour and embark on this unforgettable journey together! If you have any questions or need more information, please feel free to contact customer service. Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; same number for WeChat.

Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation.