The recommended itinerary for a 5-day trip to Kashgar is as follows:?
Day 1: Arrive in Kashgar and feel the charm of the old town?
Upon arrival in Kashgar, you can enjoy the airport pick-up service and then freely explore the downtown area to initially feel the northwest style of Kashgar. It is recommended to visit Kashgar Old Town, which is divided into the East District and the West District. The West District mainly features various beautiful and colorful buildings and streets and alleys, such as Tahaxiang Youpai Street (Rainbow Alley, Cloth Bag Alley), Antiques Street, etc., which are suitable for taking photos. The East District is various bazaars and commercial areas, such as Han Bazaar Food Street and Huapen Bazaar, where you can taste local cuisine and go shopping.?
Day 2: Drive to Tajikistan County and admire the scenery along the way?
Starting from Kashgar Old Town, drive to Tajikistan County. Along the way, you can admire the beautiful scenery of Baisha Lake, Aoyitake Glacier, and Red Valley. Remember to apply for a border defense certificate in advance and prepare enough food and water, as the journey is long and some road sections may be remote.?
Day 3: Visit Tajikistan County and surrounding attractions?
In Tajikistan County, you can visit the Xiabandi Reservoir to feel its mystery and grandeur. Then challenge the famous Panlong Ancient Road and experience the thrilling and beautiful scenery of eighteen bends on the mountain road. If time permits, you can also head to Bandier Blue Lake to admire its clear water and the scenery along the way.?
Day 4: Return to Kashgar and deeply explore the downtown area?
After returning to Kashgar, you can deeply explore the unique charm of this pearl in southern Xinjiang. It is recommended to visit attractions such as Gaotai Residential Area and Xiangfei Garden to feel the history and culture of Kashgar. Meanwhile, you can also stroll around the local bazaar (market), taste various authentic cuisines, and buy souvenirs with local characteristics.?
Day 5: End the trip and leave beautiful memories?
On the last day of the trip, you can freely choose activities. If you like leisure, you can enjoy the rare leisure time in the downtown area; if you want to explore more, you can choose to visit other attractions around Kashgar. Finally, take the airport transfer service to leave Kashgar and end this unforgettable journey.?
During the five days in Kashgar, you can not only admire the magnificent natural scenery and unique cultural landscape but also taste various authentic cuisines and feel the enthusiasm and hospitality of the locals. I hope this trip will leave you with wonderful memories!?