There are multiple options for travel routes from Kashgar to Urumqi. Here are two classic routes for you:
Route 1 (In-depth Tour, approximately 12 days):
Day 1: Pick up in Kashgar, visit Kashgar Old City, explore the century-old teahouse, mosques, Xiangfei Garden, and apply for a border pass.
Days 2 to 5: Visit attractions such as Tashkurgan,布伦口白沙湖, Karakul Lake, Mount Muztagh Ata, Dragon’s Spine Road, Wacia Township, and Bandier Blue Lake in sequence, fully experiencing the magnificent scenery of the Pamir Plateau and the charm of the Tashan Ancient Road.
Day 6: Head to Yarkand, visit the Yarkand Khanate Tombs, and then proceed to Hotan.
Day 7: Depart from Hotan, cross the desert highway, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Taklamakan Desert, and arrive in Aral.
Days 8 to 11: Visit attractions such as Tomur Grand Canyon, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kirgiz Thousand Buddha Caves, Lop Nur Populus Euphratica Forest, the罗布人村寨 in Yuli County, and Bosten Lake in sequence.
Day 12: Arrive in Urumqi, transfer to the airport, and end your delightful self-drive tour.
Route 2 (Classic Route, approximately 4 days):
Day 1: Depart from Kashgar and head to Aksu. In the morning, visit attractions such as Id Kah Mosque and the Xiangfei Tomb. In the afternoon, depart and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Taklamakan Desert along the way.
Day 2: Aksu to Korla, passing through the Tianshan Mountains along the way, enjoying natural scenery.
Day 3: Korla to Turpan, continue to enjoy the beautiful scenery of southern Xinjiang.
Day 4: Turpan to Urumqi. After visiting famous attractions such as the Flaming Mountain and Grape Valley in Turpan, arrive in Urumqi.
You can choose a suitable route according to your schedule and preferences, and enjoy Xinjiang’s specialty foods such as roasted whole sheep and Nang bread during the trip, experiencing the unique charm of Xinjiang.