Xinjiang tourism carpooling
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2019 Xinjiang carpooling tour, carpooling for southern Xinjiang tourism, southern Xinjiang carpooling routes
Carpooling Inquiry Hotline: 0991-8585456 (same number)
[Southern Xinjiang Carpooling] Lop Nur Village, Tarim Populus Euphratica, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Thousand Buddha Caves, Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Old Town – 6-day carpooling tour – Click to view itinerary
Itinerary Highlights:
1. [Young Companions]: Designed for those born in the 80s, 90s, or 00s, young enough to go high;
2. [Carpooling Travel]: Super popular group carpooling travel, starting from 1 person, up to 6 people;
3. [Folk Customs]: Each with its own charm;
4. [Western Regions Scenery]: Gobi Desert, resilient Populus Euphratica, Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, Mount Muztagh Ata, desolate yet magnificent;
5. [Cultural Journey]: Explore Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves, Kashgar Old Town, uncovering their mysteries;
6. [Food Experience]: Enjoy authentic Xinjiang cuisine at your leisure, including naan, kebab, pilaf, baked stuffed bun, and pigeon soup;
7. [Flexible Return]: Arrange your own return trip after the group disbands in Kashgar, saving you from the bumpy 1500km journey;
Package
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October
Car + Room + Entrance Fee
3220
3260
3460
3460
3460
3660
3660
Single room supplement
500
540
640
640
640
660
660
Book and go. Vehicle type will be arranged based on the number of registrants on the day. 1-4 people in a 5-seat car, 5-6 people in a 7-seat car.
Registration Requirements: Sociable individuals who love to travel, born in the 80s, 90s, or 00s.
High flexibility for car travel, but limited trunk space. 2 people are limited to 1 piece of 24-inch luggage + backpack.
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Day 1: Urumqi – Lop Nur Village – Korla. Accommodation: Korla City
Day 2: Korla – Populus Euphratica Forest Park – Kuqa. Accommodation: Kuqa
Day 3: Kuqa – Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon – Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves – Aksu. Accommodation: Aksu
Day 4: Aksu – Kashgar. Accommodation: Kashgar City
Day 5: Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Mount Muztagh Ata – Karakul Lake – Kashgar. Accommodation: Kashgar City
Day 6: Kashgar – Kashgar Old Town – Group Disbands
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Day 1: Urumqi –罗布人村寨– Korla City (about 630KM, approximately 10 hours by car)
Accommodation: Korla City (Tianhong Hotel, Mingyue Crowne Plaza Hotel, Langang Business Hotel, or other hotels of the same standard)
The driver will pick you up from the hotel at the agreed time. After everyone has arrived, leave Urumqi and head south along the highway, passing through the narrow geographical corridor of the Gangou in the hinterland of the Tianshan Mountains. This area is arid and rain-scarce throughout the year, serving as the geographical boundary between northern and southern Xinjiang. The road conditions are good, but speed limits are strictly enforced.
First, arrive at the罗布人村寨 Scenic Area in Yuli County. Here, you can see the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, as well as the sparse Populus euphratica trees that grow alongside it, the Tarim River that disappears into the desert, and the mysterious Lop Nur people, with their primitive and rustic dwellings. The Lop Nur people who live here once made a living by fishing and hunting in Lop Nur. Later, due to the drying up of the lake and the encroachment of the desert, they were forced to migrate here and continue to make a living by fishing and hunting.
Return to Korla City, the pearl of southern Xinjiang, in the evening and check into the hotel.
Reference Time:
Depart from Urumqi at 08:00
At 13:00, pass through Toksun County and Heshuo County, and have lunch along the way as needed (1 hour)
At 14:00, continue to the罗布人村寨 by car (180 kilometers, approximately 3 hours)
Arrive at the罗布人村寨 Scenic Area at 17:00 to visit (3 hours)
Return to Korla City at 20:00 (80 kilometers, approximately 1.5 hours by car)
Arrive in Korla and check into the hotel at 21:30
Friendly Reminder
1. Today’s road conditions are very good, but speed limits are strictly enforced, and the driving time is relatively long, so be prepared mentally;
2. The scenic area has many mosquitoes, and the climate is dry. Prepare for mosquito prevention before visiting, wear scarves, and bring along insect repellent, etc.
Day 2: Korla City – Populus euphratica Forest Park – Kuqa County (about 420KM, approximately 6.5 hours by car)
Accommodation: Kuqa County (Park Hyatt Boutique Hotel, Kuqa International Hotel, Kuqa Hotel, or other hotels of the same standard)
90% of China’s Populus euphratica trees grow in southern Xinjiang, mainly around the Tarim River. Today, we will explore the magical Populus euphratica trees, known for their "three thousand years" lifecycle. The Luntai County Tarim Populus euphratica National Forest Park, located in the middle reaches of the Tarim River on the northeastern edge of the Taklamakan Desert, is representative of the entire Tarim River basin and even Xinjiang in terms of area and quantity. The Populus euphratica trees, with their tenacious vitality, resist the arid climate. Whether it’s lush green leaves, cracked trunks, or withered branches, they all symbolize the power of life. Around October 15th each year, the leaves of the Populus euphratica trees naturally turn golden yellow, creating a magnificent scene reminiscent of "the city adorned with golden armor".
After visiting the Populus euphratica forest, return to Kuqa and check into the hotel.
Reference Time:
09:00 Depart from Korla and head to the Luntai Poplar Forest Park (250 kilometers, driving for about 3.5 hours)
12:30 Have lunch at an appropriate time along the way (0.5 hours)
13:00 Arrive at the scenic area for free sightseeing and photo-taking (about 4 hours)
17:00 Head to Kuqa County (160 kilometers, driving for about 3 hours)
20:00 Arrive in Kuqa County and check in at the hotel
Friendly Reminder
1. The poplar tree is unique to the arid regions of Xinjiang. Its green leaves are vibrant, its yellow leaves are beautiful, and its withered leaves show resilience. The yellow leaf period is from mid-October to November each year, which may vary depending on the weather conditions. Please be aware.
Day 3: Kuqa County – Mysterious Grand Canyon of Tianshan – Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves – Aksu City (about 460KM, driving for about 7 hours)
Accommodation: Aksu City (Tianfu Hotel, Kaixuan Hotel, Jiahe Hotel, or other hotels of the same standard)
In the morning, head to the Mysterious Grand Canyon of Tianshan. The southern slope of Tianshan is arid with gravelly mountains, especially here where the mountains appear ocher-red. Under sunlight, the rock walls glow like they have been burned by flames, creating a spectacular sight. The entrance of the canyon is wide, and the bottom is flat. The winding paths inside lead to secluded and picturesque spots. The cliffs on both sides soar into the sky, creating countless shifting shadows as the sunlight moves, adding an exotic charm.
In the afternoon, visit the Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves. As an important grotto on the Silk Road where Buddhism spread eastward, it was once filled with Buddhist chants. A thousand years later, only remnants of grottoes and faded murals remain, evoking a sense of sadness. At the entrance, a sculpture of Kumarajiva, a famous monk, stands with slightly closed eyes, watching the footsteps of today’s visitors. Climbing the stairs leading to the cliff, one can see dozens of grotto sites distributed across the precipice, feeling the power of faith.
Stay overnight at a hotel in Aksu.
Reference Time:
08:30 Depart from Kuqa County for the Mysterious Grand Canyon of Tianshan (70 kilometers, driving for about 1.5 hours)
10:00 Arrive at the scenic area for a visit (2 hours)
12:00 Head to Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves, and have lunch at one’s own expense with Xinjiang-style simple meals along the way (80 kilometers, driving for about 2 hours)
14:00 Arrive at the Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves scenic area for a visit (2 hours)
16:00 Head to Aksu City (300 kilometers, journey takes about 4 hours)
20:00 Arrive in Aksu City and check in at the hotel
Day 4: Aksu City – Kashgar City (about 460KM, driving for about 6 hours)
Accommodation: Kashgar City (Qiniwake Friendship Hotel, Wenzhou International Hotel, Huanqiu Jinzuo Hotel, or other hotels of the same standard)
Reference Time:
09:00 Depart from Aksu and head to Kashgar City (460 kilometers, driving for about 6 hours)
13:00 Have lunch at an appropriate time along the way (1 hour)
14:00 Continue to Kashgar (driving for about 2 hours)
16:00 Arrive at Xiangfei Tomb for a visit (about 1 hour)
17:00 Head to the Kashgar Frontier Defense Detachment to apply for a pass
18:30 Check in at the hotel
Day 5: Kashgar City – Pamir Plateau – Mount Muztagh Ata – Karakul Lake – Kashgar City (about 400KM, driving for about 10 hours)
Accommodation: Kashgar City (Qiniwake Friendship Hotel, Wenzhou International Hotel, Huanqiu Jinzuo Hotel, or other hotels of the same standard)
The movie ‘Guests from the Iceberg’ has made Pamir Plateau known to the world. Pamir means ‘the rooftop of the world’ in Tajik. During today’s visit, please avoid vigorous movements such as running and jumping to prevent altitude sickness and discomfort. The flat China-Pakistan Friendship Highway connects the plateau, rising all the way from Kashgar. As the altitude increases, the mountains also take on a towering appearance.布伦口 White Sand Lake, encountered along the way, reflects the sandy mountains across the lake like a mirror on windless days. Continue forward to explore Kalakuli Lake and Mount Muztagh, the ‘Father of Glaciers’. The tall Mount Muztagh, Kongur, Kongur Tobe, and other perpetual snow-capped mountains encircle Kalakuli Lake. On sunny days, the water reflects the connected snow-capped mountains. Standing by the lake and overlooking the towering snow-capped mountains while closely observing the calm lake adds a magical and beautiful color to this lake.
Return to Kashgar via the same route in the afternoon.
Reference Time:
08:00 Depart from Kashgar for Kalakuli Lake (200 km, approximately 5 hours of driving)
13:30 Lunch along the way at an appropriate time (0.5 hours)
14:00 Arrive at the scenic area for free exploration and photos (about 1 hour)
15:00 Return to Kashgar (200 km, approximately 5 hours of driving)
20:00 Arrive in Kashgar and check into the hotel
Friendly Reminder: Today’s itinerary takes you to a highland area, so please avoid vigorous activities such as running and jumping; The China-Pakistan Karakoram Highway may be interrupted due to natural disasters such as flash floods. Please be aware of this possibility; If interrupted, alternative scenic spots will be arranged for visits according to the season.
Day 6: Kashgar City – Kashgar Old Town – Group Disbands
Kashgar is divided into the new city and the old city. The old city offers a glimpse of Kashgar’s character. Now, the Kashgar Old Town scenic area has been established. The streets and alleys in the old city are crisscrossed, and most of the houses are made of earth, brick, and wood. The yellow-gray architectural tone, brick carvings on the outer walls, and wooden doors have strong ethnic characteristics. Many traditional houses have a history of over a hundred years.
Inclusions – Transportation + Accommodation + Ticket Package: Vehicle usage fee, fuel fee, driver service fee, toll and bridge fees, parking fees, driver’s board and lodging, single-person accommodation fee (if requesting a single room, the single room supplement needs to be paid); first-entry tickets to the attractions listed in the itinerary, shuttle buses. The full itinerary includes: Lop Nur Village, Tarim胡杨林 (Huyang Forest), Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves, Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, Kalakuli Lake. Complimentary: Tourist accident insurance (RMB 200,000 insurance coverage per person).
*Note: After booking this product, customer service will communicate with you about the itinerary and require your ID number and name for insurance purchase;
Exclusions
3. Transportation + Accommodation + Ticket Package: Does not include meals, entertainment, shopping, and other expenses of tourists;
4. Additional costs for all packages: All personal expenses and any expenses not mentioned in the included costs.
Consultation with Xiao Guo is available (same number)
0991-8585456