There are multiple options for travel routes in southern Xinjiang’s Kashgar, which can be planned according to personal time and preferences. Here are a few recommended travel routes:?
Kashgar 6-day Classic Route:?
Day 1: Kashgar – Baishahu Lake – Muztagh Ata Glacier Park – Taxkorgan County. Admire the lakes, mountains, and Baisha Mountains, and feel the grandeur of the ‘Father of Icebergs’.?
Day 2: Explore Taxkorgan County, including the Wakhan Corridor, Hongqilapu Port, Dragon Spiral Highway, and Bandir Lake. Experience the history of the ancient Silk Road, the solemnity of plateau posts, and the spectacular Dragon Spiral Highway.?
Day 3: Taxkorgan County – Stone City – Karakul Lake – Kashgar. Visit the Stone City ruins and admire the beauty of Karakul Lake.?
Day 4: Kashgar – Yarkand Intangible Cultural Heritage Exposition Park – Yarkand Palace – Yarkand. Enjoy the performance of the Twelve Muqam, an intangible cultural heritage, and taste Yarkand cuisine.?
Day 5: Yarkand – Kashgar Old Town – Ethnic Photo Session – Intangible Cultural Heritage Handmade Pottery Experience. Stroll through Kashgar Old Town and experience handmade pottery as an intangible cultural heritage.?
Day 6: Explore Kashgar city, such as visiting the Tomb of Yusup Has Hajip.?
Kashgar 4-day Self-driving Route:?
Day 1: Explore Kashgar city, including Kashgar Old Town and Aiti Gar Square. Visit the night market in the evening to taste Xinjiang cuisine.?
Day 2: Kashgar – Taxkorgan County. Along the way, enjoy natural landscapes such as Aytak Glacier and Red Valley, as well as alpine lakes like Baishahu Lake and Karakul Lake.?
Day 3: Explore Taxkorgan County, with a focus on experiencing popular attractions such as the Dragon Spiral Highway.?
Day 4: Return from Taxkorgan County to Kashgar via Muji, and visit any attractions missed in previous days on the way.?
Kashgar 5-day 4-night Comprehensive Guide:?
Day 1: Visit Baishahu Lake and Karakul Lake to enjoy the tranquility.?
Day 2: Explore the charm of Taxkorgan County, Stone City, and Blue Lake, and experience the spectacular Dragon Spiral Highway.?
Day 3: Visit Amanishahan Memorial Tomb and Yarkand Palace to learn about history and culture.?
Day 4: Free activities in Kashgar city, deeply explore the unique charm of this southern Xinjiang pearl.?
Day 5: Opt for a visit to other attractions such as Atush Tianmen.?
All the above routes cover the classic attractions in Kashgar and its surrounding areas, and tourists can choose according to their own time and interests. During the trip, it is recommended to plan the itinerary in advance, pay attention to the weather and safety, and ensure a pleasant journey.?