Recommended 4-day itinerary from Urumqi to Kashgar includes the following:
Day 1: Depart from Urumqi and travel directly to Kashgar by train or plane. Upon arrival, you can first visit Kashgar Old City to experience Uyghur culture, stroll through Hat Bazaar and Medicine and Tea Bazaar, and enjoy the nightscape of the old city, especially the Rainbow Stairs near the East Gate.
. If time permits, you can also consider visiting the International Bazaar to experience the lively market atmosphere and taste local delicacies such as lamb kebabs and hand-grabbed rice.
Day 2: Participate in a one-day tour of Baisha Lake and Kulekala Lake to appreciate the natural scenery there. Please note that Baisha Lake is at a high altitude, so it is recommended to prepare oxygen bags or anti-altitude sickness medication in advance just in case.
. In addition, consider visiting Kashgar’s famous historic site, Id Kah Mosque, to learn about Kashgar’s historical culture.
Day 3: Wake up early to watch the opening ceremony of the ancient city, then visit Gaotai Residential Area to experience intangible cultural heritage. For lunch, you can enjoy local cuisine at Gulijia in East City. In the afternoon, rent clothes to take portraits of the ancient city. In the evening, you can visit Ancient West City, where the nightscape is even more beautiful and suitable for leisurely strolling.
. If interested, you can also visit Kashgar’s Champs-Élysées to experience different architectural styles.
Day 4: Visit Kashgar Museum to learn about the history of the Central and West Asian Trade Market. Although the market has been relocated, there are still many precious artifacts and exhibits worth seeing inside the museum.
. Afterwards, you can arrange for shopping or free activities based on your schedule, and then return to Urumqi by train or plane to end this unforgettable trip.
The above itinerary can be appropriately adjusted according to personal interests and actual circumstances to ensure a pleasant and fulfilling journey.
