A 9-day tour in Kashgar can cover multiple famous attractions and experiences, including natural scenery, historical culture, and food exploration. Here is a recommended 9-day travel itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Kashgar, check in, and adjust to the time difference and environment. If time allows, you can stroll around near Kashgar Old Town to get a preliminary impression of this historic city.
Day 2: Spend the whole day exploring Kashgar Old Town, including Id Kah Mosque and Kashgar Old Town Scenic Area, to gain a deep understanding of Kashgar’s historical culture and ethnic customs. In the evening, you can taste local specialty teas at the century-old teahouse within the old town.
Day 3: Depart from Kashgar and head to Tajik Autonomous County along China-Pakistan Friendship Highway (National Highway 314), passing through natural landscapes such as Muji Wetland Mud Volcano Group, Baisha Lake, and Karakul Lake, and admire the magnificent scenery of the Pamir Plateau.
Day 4: Visit attractions such as the盘龙古道 (Panlong Ancient Road), Bandier Blue Lake, and Wakhan Corridor in Tajik Autonomous County, and experience the unique landforms and natural landscapes of the plateau. Return to Kashgar in the evening.
Day 5: Continue exploring Kashgar city, visit historical and cultural sites such as Xiangfei Garden, and taste Kashgar’s specialty foods such as grilled mutton skewers, fried rice noodles, and Kashgar naan.
Day 6: Depart from Kashgar for Yarkand, visit attractions such as Amanisha Khan Mausoleum and Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition Park, and arrive in Hotan in the evening to visit Hotan Night Market and taste local cuisine.
Day 7: Depart from Hotan and arrive in Aral or Aksu via the Aral Desert Highway. Along the way, you can enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Taklamakan Desert.
Day 8: Visit natural landscapes such as Wensu Grand Canyon in Aral or Aksu, and then return to Kashgar. This day can be arranged relatively leisurely to rest and adjust during the journey.
Day 9: Free activities in Kashgar city. You can stroll around Baza Street and buy some local specialty souvenirs. The itinerary ends in the evening, and prepare for the return trip.
This itinerary covers multiple famous attractions and experiences in Kashgar and its surroundings, which can be appropriately adjusted according to personal interests and time. During the trip, please pay attention to safety and sunscreen, and respect local customs and habits.