Recommended 15-day travel itinerary for Kashgar, Xinjiang is as follows:
Days 1 to 3:
Day 1: Arrive in Kashgar, visit the Kashgar Old City, feel the charm of ancient Western Regions, and visit historical sites such as mosques and Xiangfei Tomb.
Day 2: Head to the north shore of Baisha Lake to visit natural attractions such as Muji Volcano, Snow Willow Tree Cave, and Tahman Wetland, and stay overnight in Tajik Autonomous County.
Day 3: Visit attractions such as the盘龙古道 (Winding Ancient Road), Bandir Blue Lake, Stone City Golden Grass Beach in Tajik Autonomous County, and continue to feel the unique scenery of Tajik Autonomous County.
Days 4 to 6:
Day 4: Visit the Muztagh Ata Glacier Scenic Area and Karakul Lake, admire the magnificent scenery of glaciers and lakes, and return to Kashgar.
Day 5: In Kashgar, experience traditional cultures such as Yingjisha intangible cultural heritage earth pottery and intangible cultural heritage knives, visit the Ancient Desert Village and Desert Camp, and feel the charm of the desert.
Day 6: Depart from the Desert Camp, visit Dolan sheep, and explore the Old City of Shache to gain a deeper understanding of the folklore and culture of Kashgar.
Days 7 to 9:
Day 7: Visit within Kashgar City, including the Old City, Bazaar, Id Kah Mosque, Xiangfei Garden, etc., and taste local cuisine such as hand-pulled noodles, grilled meat, roasted pigeons, etc.
Day 8: Head to Hotan, visit the Shache王府 (王府, mansion), experience the Hotan Night Market, and feel the unique charm of Hotan.
Day 9: Cross the Desert Highway, visit the Dolan Tribe, and head to Aral to experience the intertwined beauty of the desert and oasis.
Days 10 to 12:
Day 10: Visit the Hu Yang Forests in Aral and Luntai, and admire the magnificent scenery of the poplar forests.
Day 11: Head to the Lop Nor Village of the Luntai Lop People, learn about the culture and lifestyle of the Lop People, and then return to Korla.
Day 12: Depart from Korla and head to Kuqa to visit the Kuqa王府 (王府, mansion) and Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves, and feel the richness of history and the treasures of art.
Days 13 to 15:
Day 13: Visit the Wensu Grand Canyon in Kuqa, experience the magnificent work of nature, and then proceed to Aksu.
Day 14: Visit Aksu, where you can choose to explore the Wensu Grand Canyon or other local attractions to further experience the charm of Aksu.
Day 15: Depending on your return time, you can choose to make a brief stop in Aksu or Kashgar to purchase local specialties, and then conclude your delightful 15-day Kashgar trip.
This itinerary covers the natural scenery, historical culture, folk customs, and other aspects of Kashgar and its surroundings, and can be adjusted appropriately according to personal interests and actual circumstances.