To get to the Pamir Tourist Area from Kashgar, you first need to apply for a Frontier Pass, and then you can choose to travel there by chartered car, shared car, or tourist direct bus.?
Applying for Frontier Pass:?
Since the Pamir Plateau is located on the border, every tourist must obtain a Frontier Pass (also known as a ‘Border Pass’) before traveling there. You can obtain it at multiple police stations or police substations in Kashgar City, such as the Xiangfei Garden Police Station, Tuman Road Police Station (near the entrance of the Old City), and Aitiga Police Station.?
. Bring your ID card and go to the aforementioned locations to handle it. Some locations are also open on weekends, which is quite convenient for the public.?
Means of Transportation:?
Chartered or Shared Car: This is a relatively flexible way to arrange your itinerary according to your own time and needs. There are many travel agencies or taxi drivers in Kashgar City that provide such services.?
Tourist Direct Bus: The tourist direct bus from Kashgar City to Tajik Autonomous County of Tashkurgan (where the Pamir Tourist Area is located) has been officially opened. The round-trip route is from Kashgar to Tashkurgan County, with a one-way distance of about 300 kilometers. There is one bus per day. During peak tourist seasons, additional buses will be arranged as needed.?
On the way to the Pamir Tourist Area, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery along the route, such as White Sand Mountain, Quicksand River, Karakul Lake, and Mount Muztagh Ata.?
. This is an unforgettable journey to the plateau. It is recommended to plan and prepare your itinerary in advance.?