2026Yining Carpooling for Duku Highway Tour Price List Explanation Recommended Routes Costs and Prices

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

Starred Recommendation✨:2026 Comprehensive Guide to Carpooling Tour of Duku Highway Starting from Yining – Traversing the Four Seasons of Tianshan Mountains
I. Key Highlights of the Route: One Highway Connects Three Major Geographical Units of Xinjiang
The Duku Highway starts from Dushanzi District, Karamay City in the north and ends in Kuqa City, Aksu Prefecture in the south, spanning a total length of 561 kilometers. It runs through the Tianshan Mountains and is hailed by the Chinese National Geography as the ‘Scenic Avenue Running Along the Ridge of the Tianshan Mountains.’ This highway is recommended to be open for 4-5 months each year, with the expected opening period in 2026 from early June to mid-October (subject to official announcement by the transportation department). Along the way, you can experience the wonder of ‘seeing four seasons in one day and different weather every ten miles.’
[Must-Visit Scenic Zones]
Northern Section (Dushanzi-Nalati):
Hashilergen Daban Pass:At an altitude of 3,400 meters, it is covered with snow all year round, where you can experience ‘snow in June’ in summer
Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery:Commemorates 168 soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the construction of the highway, and feel the ‘Spirit of Tianshan’
Tangbula Hundred-Mile Gallery:A three-dimensional landscape interwoven with grasslands, forests, and streams, ideal for photography
Middle Section (Nalati-Bayinbuluk):
Nalati Grassland:One of the world’s four major alpine grasslands, where you can ride horses and watch clouds in the aerial grassland area
Gongnaisi Forest Farm:The original spruce forest coverage reaches 90%, with an average summer temperature recommended at 18℃
Southern Section (Bayinbuluk-Kuqa):
Bayinbuluk Grassland:The second largest grassland in China, where you can witness the wonder of ‘nine suns’ at sunset along the winding river
Large and Small Dragon Pools:Emerald gems deep in the Tianshan Mountains, with lake water sourced from snowmelt

Starred Recommendation✨: 2026 Comprehensive Guide to Carpooling Tour of Duku Highway Starting from Yining – Traversing the Four Seasons of Tianshan MountainsTianshan Secret Grand Canyon:A ‘natural sculpture gallery’ formed by red-brown rocks eroded by wind over hundreds of millions of years
II. Classic Itinerary Planning for 2026 (Example: 5 days and 4 nights)
[Itinerary Framework]
Day 1:Gather in Yining → Drive around Sayram Lake (140 kilometers, about 2.5 hours) → Guozigou Bridge → Stay in Yining City
Highlights:Sunrise at Sayram Lake, known as the ‘last tear of the Atlantic,’ and aerial photography of Guozigou Suspension Bridge
Day 2:Yining → Karajun Grassland (110 kilometers, about 2 hours) → Tekes Bagua City → Stay in Tekes
Highlights:Photography of the Karajun Human-like Grassland and aerial photography of Bagua City by drone
Day 3:Tekes → Nalati Grassland (260 kilometers, about 4 hours) → Stay in Nalati Town
Highlights:Horse riding on the Nalati aerial grassland and visiting nomadic families
Day 4:Nalati → Middle Section of Duku Highway → Bayinbuluk (90 kilometers, about 2 hours) → Stay in Bayinbuluk Town
Highlights:Self-drive experience on the ‘S’-shaped hairpin bends of the Duku Highway and sunset photography of the winding river
Day 5:Bayinbuluk → Southern Section of Duku Highway → Large and Small Dragon Pools → Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon (270 kilometers, about 5 hours) → Disband in Kuqa
Highlights:Canyon hiking adventure and experiencing the dietary culture of various ethnic groups at Kuqa Big Naan City
[Flexible Change Plan]
In case of temporary closure of the Duku Highway (common during heavy rain/snowstorms), the itinerary will be changed to:

I. Key Highlights of the Route: One Highway Connects Three Major Geographical Units of XinjiangDay 4:Nalati → Yining (via National Highway 218) → Stay in Yining
Day 5:Yining → Huocheng Lavender Manor (blooming period in June) → Sayram Lake → Disband in Yining
III. Detailed Carpooling Expenses for 2026 (Unit: RMB/person)
[Vehicle Selection and Price Range]
5-seater SUV (Toyota RAV4/Haval H6):
Low Season (May, October):1200-1500/day
Peak Season (June-September):1800-2200/day
Applicable to:Small groups of 2-3 people, ideal for photography enthusiasts
7-seater Business Vehicle (Buick GL8/SAIC Maxus):
Low Season:1500-1800/day
Peak Season:2200-2600/day
Applicable to:Families of 4-6 people, recommended for travel with elders/children
9-seater Minibus (Foton View):
Low Season:1800-2200/day
Peak Season:2600-3000/day

The Duku Highway starts from Dushanzi District, Karamay City in the north and ends in Kuqa City, Aksu Prefecture in the south, spanning a total length of 561 kilometers. It runs through the Tianshan Mountains and is hailed by the Chinese National Geography as the ‘Scenic Avenue Running Along the Ridge of the Tianshan Mountains.’ This highway is recommended to be open for 4-5 months each year, with the expected opening period in 2026 from early June to mid-October (subject to official announcement by the transportation department). Along the way, you can experience the wonder of ‘seeing four seasons in one day and different weather every ten miles.’Applicable to:Team building for 7-8 people, with ample luggage compartment space
[Package Price Reference (Example: 5 days and 4 nights)]
Economy Type:3580-4280/person
Includes:7-seater business vehicle, driver service fee, basic insurance
Excludes:Admission tickets (about 800 RMB), accommodation (about 1200 RMB), meals
Comfort Type:4880-5580/person
Includes:7-seater business vehicle, driver service fee, 4 nights in comfortable hotels (double occupancy), first admission tickets to scenic spots
Excludes:Meals (about 600 RMB)
Luxury Type:6880-7580/person
Includes:7-seater Mercedes-Benz business vehicle, driver service fee, 4 nights in four-star hotels, breakfast throughout the trip, special meals (3 times)
Excludes:Personal expenses
[Explanation of Price Fluctuations]
June-August is the peak tourist season, with prices 30%-40% higher than in May
Prices during the National Day holiday (October 1-7) are 50% higher than usual

[Must-Visit Scenic Zones] Book 30 days in advance to enjoy a 9.5% discount
IV. Registration and Consultation Methods
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with the specific process as follows:
Online Consultation:Search for ‘Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’ on a formal tourism platform and contact customer service manager Zhang Jing on the page
Offline Signing:After mutual agreement, sign an electronic contract in accordance with the national tourism demonstration text
Payment Methods:Support corporate bank transfer and third-party payment platforms (subject to contract agreement)
V. Explanation of Expenses and Service Standards
[Expenses Included]
Transportation:Vehicle rental fee, fuel fee, road and bridge tolls, parking fee
Driver:Professional driver service fee, food and accommodation allowance (in accordance with industry standards)
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance (visitors are advised to purchase travel accident insurance on their own)
[Expenses Not Included]
Admission Tickets:Admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for various scenic spots (subject to the announcement on the day at the scenic spot)
Meals:Full-course meals (driver’s meals are shared among visitors)
Personal Expenses:Self-funded items such as horse riding and photography services

Northern Section (Dushanzi-Nalati):[Service Commitments]
Vehicles:Select compliant commercial vehicles with a vehicle age of within 5 years and conduct daily pre-trip inspections
Drivers:Certified drivers with more than 5 years of driving experience in Xinjiang mountainous areas
Emergency Response:Equipped with first aid kits, cold-proof blankets, and on-board charging equipment
VI. Pre-Trip Recommended Checklist
Documents:Valid identification, driver’s license (if self-driving for the connecting section is required)
Clothing:Windbreaker (windproof and waterproof), quick-drying clothes, sun-protective clothes, comfortable sports shoes
Medications:Cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, motion sickness medicine, altitude sickness medicine (high altitude in the northern section of the Duku Highway)
Electronics:Power bank, camera memory card, tripod (recommended for photography enthusiasts)
Others:Cash (no signal at some local points), self-heating rice, mineral water (3 bottles per person per day)
VII. Special Tips
The Duku Highway is recommended for vehicles with 7 seats or less, and large vehicles need to detour via National Highway 218
There is a large temperature difference between day and night in mountainous areas, so warm clothing is necessary even in summer
Some sections have no signal, so it is advisable to download offline maps in advance
Respect the customs and habits of various ethnic groups and do not randomly photograph local residents
(Prices and available seats are subject to contract or customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with the departure date. The contract signed by both parties shall prevail. The information shown is for reference only and does not constitute an offer or commitment. The specifics are subject to the contract and actual travel arrangements.)

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