Day 1

• Departure: Get picked up at . Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. Today we will arrive in Xinjiang, known as the home of song and dance, delicacies, and beautiful scenery. We will get familiar with your arrival flight time in advance, and a dedicated car will pick you up at the airport to help you adapt to the dry and cool climate of southern Xinjiang, arrive at the hotel to rest, or enjoy free time..The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance
• [Attraction/experience] Kashgar Old Town, After airport pickup, check in to the hotel, followed by free time, and independently visit the Kashgar Old Town.
• [Accommodation] Jinmeilun Hotel (Kashgar Old Town Scenic Area Kunlun Tower Branch); Jinmeilun Hotel (Kashgar Old Town Scenic Area Kunlun Tower Branch), Mind Hotel (Kashgar Old Town Wanda Plaza Branch), Kashgar Old Town East Gate Qingju Hotel, Wanjia Xiyue Hotel - Kashgar Old Town Donghu Branch, Borrman International Hotel (Kashgar Old Town Scenic Area Branch), Green Oriental Hotel (Kashgar Old Town Scenic Area Idgar Mosque Branch) or equivalent

Day 2

• [Dining] Breakfast, Breakfast is included at the hotel; other lunches and dinners are at your own expense.
• [Attraction/experience] Colorful Yardang landform, On the way to Simuhana Village, you can view the colorful Yardang landforms from the car along the route. With distinct colors, they are the natural appearance bestowed by hundreds of millions of years of geological changes, and are a rare mountainous landscape in the country. Friendly reminder: Traffic control is implemented after entering Wuqia, with a whole-course speed limit of 40-60 km/h.
• [Attraction/experience] The intersection of the Tianshan and Kunlun mountains, Visiting the intersection of the Tianshan and Kunlun mountains, the Tianshan Mountains appear camel-colored here, running east-west; the Kunlun Mountains appear dark cyan here, starting from the Pamir Plateau in the west. Here, one can gaze at both mountain ranges and stand with feet in both places while admiring the unique style of world-class mountain systems, and experience the "Museum of All Mountains"
• [Attraction/experience] Stele of the Western Pole, Check in at the Westernmost Stele. The existence of this stele not only represents a geographical boundary, but also a confluence of cultures and a historical testimony; the Last Ray of Sunshine Viewing Platform is right by the road, continue walking forward along the sign to reach the Westernmost Border Gate, and walking up the mountain along the wooden boardwalk, you can see the monument marking the latitude.
• [Attraction/experience] Irkeshtan Port, An important channel and post station of the Silk Road as well as China's westernmost port, the Irkeshtan Port has a fairly long history. The further west you go, the more trucks there are waiting in line, so be sure to pay attention to safety when overtaking. Following the last ray of sunlight to reach the Western Pole...
• [Attraction/experience] The westernmost post office in China, Visit China's westernmost post office to experience the westernmost postal culture. This is the westernmost post office of the motherland; it is not only a symbol of remote areas, but also a living fossil of postal culture heritage. Here, you can send a postcard to your friends and get a postmark stamped as a souvenir
• [Accommodation] Manxin Hotel (Kashgar Ancient City Wanda Plaza Branch), Kashgar Ancient City East Gate Qingju Hotel, Wanjia Xiyue Hotel - Kashgar Ancient City East Lake Branch, Parkman International Hotel (Kashgar Ancient City Scenic Area Branch), GreenTree Eastern Hotel (Kashgar Ancient City Scenic Area Id Kah Mosque Branch), Kashgar Saiman Lincheng Courtyard, Laining Hotel, and other equivalent 4-diamond hotels

Day 3

• [Dining] Breakfast, Breakfast is included at the hotel; other lunches and dinners are at your own expense.
• [Attraction/experience] "Hot Naan" culture, Taking everyone to experience the "hot naan" culture, a 2-meter-diameter clay naan pit breathes out fruit-wood charcoal fire, a Uyghur friend wearing a flower hat is using a "Tokaxi" (a wood-carving stamp) to imprint a family totem onto the dough, watching it adhere to the inner wall of the naan pit via a baking pad, and 3 minutes later, the caramel-colored hot naan is delivered into the hand using a naan hook.
• [Attraction/experience] Muji Crater, Take the Muji Border Defense Highway to the Muji Volcano. Along the way, the Muji Wetland is also a great sight. Upon arrival, visit the Muji Volcano. Currently, the most popular ones are the two volcanoes; the taller one with water has the most visitors checking in, while the other offers reflections of the Eighteen Arhats snow mountains. The Eighteen Arhats Peaks of the Kunlun Mountains stand like eighteen warriors~
• [Attraction/experience] The south bank of Baisha Lake, Tour the southern shore of Baisha Lake, where the lake is azure and the white sand is pristine, and the lakeside meadows are lush. You can walk down the wooden boardwalk to get close to Baisha Mountain, or optionally take photos with the yaks by the snow-capped mountain and lake to capture the plateau scenery. Note: Since winds tend to pick up around noon at Baisha Lake, drones are unable to take flight. Aerial photography will be canceled in the event of strong winds.
• [Attraction/experience] Kala Kule Lake, A plateau pearl at the foot of the snow-capped Mount Muztagh Ata and Kongur Tiube, the lake water changes into different colors with the light, and the snow-capped mountains stand around the lake, making the scenery of the lake and mountains complement each other. It is the iconic scenery of the Pamir Plateau, and here you can also take center-stage photos of the Three Heroes of Kunlun (Mount Muztagh Ata, Mount Kongur, and Kongur Tiube).
• [Attraction/experience] Pakistan Iron Market, Later, check in at the Pakistan-Iron Bazaar, experience China's westernmost cross-border trade live, unlock special Chinese and Pakistani small commodities, and experience the unique charm of the border cross-border market.
• [Accommodation] Snow Crown Hotel (Taxkorgan Golden Grass Beach Branch); Crown Hotel on the Snow (Taxkorgan Golden Grass Beach Branch), Taxkorgan Blue Hotel, or equivalent 5-diamond hotel

Day 4

• [Dining] Breakfast, Breakfast is included at the hotel; other lunches and dinners are at your own expense.
• [Attraction/experience] Khunjerab National Gate, At an altitude of 4,733 meters, it features the highest national gate of the motherland. Bordering Pakistan, it is a state-approved open port. The scenery of Khunjerab is magnificent, with an oxygen content of less than 50% of that in the plains. "Ten thousand mountains piled with snow, and snow pressing down on ten thousand mountains" is the best description of Khunjerab
• [Attraction/experience] Wakhan Corridor, Walking a bit further brings you to the Wakhan Corridor, where three countries meet. This was also a route used by ancient Chinese monks traveling west. Only a section of the Wakhan Corridor is within Chinese territory; you can only drive for a few dozen kilometers, and in about 10 minutes you reach the check-in sign. Standing before the landmark, my heart was filled with reverence~
• [Attraction/experience] Panlong Ancient Road, After checking in, we officially drove into the Panlong Ancient Road. Today, it is a popular internet-famous highway, but in reality, this is a road to alleviate poverty and achieve prosperity. It was specially built to allow Waqia Township and the villages along the way to走出大山 (move out of the mountains). Along the way, it brings you a different kind of experience—thrilling, difficult, exciting, and healing. You can also view the scenery here from the viewing platform.
• [Attraction/experience] Bandier Blue Lake, This is a reservoir, and the winter Bandier Blue Lake definitely deserves a place; the frozen lake surface blooms with dazzling blue light, with light and shadow shifting in layers and reflecting on the ice. Only then can the "Mirror of the Sky" truly reach the peak of its beauty~
• [Attraction/experience] Eye of the Pamirs, Head to Taxkorgan, taking in the Eye of the Pamirs along the way. This place embodies the oppressive grandeur of the Pamir Plateau, making you marvel at the insignificance of humanity and let your mind completely empty out
• [Attraction/experience] Tajik family, Tajik family home (listen to Tajik folklore | change into traditional attire and learn the Tajik eagle dance | taste yak yogurt and Tajik pastries), tables filled with Tajik specialty snacks, hosts in local traditional costumes with men, women, and children singing and dancing, recreating real plateau life. Don't be shy when invited to get up and dance
• [Attraction/experience] Watch the sunset at Toglunxia Village, Afterwards, head to Togelunxia Village to watch the sunset. The melted snow from the Pamir Plateau irrigates this land, creating the wetland and grassland landscape of southern Xinjiang. Here, the sunset spills over Togelunxia Village, as if a painting by Van Gogh is reflected upon this~~
• [Accommodation] Crown Hotel on the Snow (Taxkorgan Golden Grass Beach Branch), Taxkorgan Blue Hotel, or equivalent 5-diamond hotel

Day 5

• [Dining] Breakfast, Breakfast is included at the hotel; other lunches and dinners are at your own expense.
• [Attraction/experience] Tahman Wetland Viewing Platform, Enjoy a heartwarming breakfast at the hotel, head to the Taheman Wetland Viewing Platform to see the Southern Xinjiang version of the grassland's nine bends and eighteen turns
• [Attraction/experience] Tree Hole Highway, Kilometers of snow-willow branches intertwining, arching into a natural shaded tunnel alongside the national highway. Sunlight filters through the leaves, weaving shifting spots of broken gold across the road. Driving through it feels like stumbling into a gentle barrier hidden by the Pamirs. The wind, laden with the scent of wetland grass, sweeps through, while occasionally a herd of livestock walks slowly over the mottled shadows.
• [Attraction/experience] Muztaga Glacier Park, Mount Muztagh Ata and its majestic, towering body stand proudly on the Pamir Plateau. You can hike or ride a horse up and down the mountain (100 RMB per horse for a one-way trip, at your own expense), finally reaching the 4,600-meter glacier. Standing before the massive glacier and facing the heart-shaped glacial lake, you can feel your heart beating wildly~
• [Attraction/experience] Oytak Red Valley, Reddish-brown textures flow here, like the blood of the Pamir Plateau. This wild secret spot in southern Xinjiang travel is a red canyon hidden deep within the mountains. On that day, you can wear solid-colored clothes for taking photos, lower the tones, and let minimalism create a high-end feel.
• [Attraction/experience] Ancient city twilight travel photography, Taking the ancient architecture and traditional handicrafts as a superb backdrop, you can wear traditional clothing or choose some fashion elements that complement the atmosphere of the ancient city. The photographers will use their lenses to capture your every moment. They will use professional skills and unique perspectives to showcase your beauty and personality~
• [Accommodation] Manxin Hotel (Kashgar Ancient City Wanda Plaza Branch), Kashgar Ancient City East Gate Qingju Hotel, Wanjia Xiyue Hotel - Kashgar Ancient City East Lake Branch, Parkman International Hotel (Kashgar Ancient City Scenic Area Branch), GreenTree Eastern Hotel (Kashgar Ancient City Scenic Area Id Kah Mosque Branch), Kashgar Saiman Lincheng Courtyard, Laining Hotel, and other equivalent 4-diamond hotels

Day 6

• [Dining] Breakfast, Breakfast is included at the hotel; other lunches and dinners are at your own expense.
• [Attraction/experience] Kashgar Old Town Opening Ceremony, Generally, by 9:30 every morning, a steady stream of crowds comes to the ancient city gate to grab the best spots to watch the performance. The Kashgar Old Town opening ceremony is a daily cultural feast in Kashgar City, Xinjiang. It is held at the East Gate of the ancient city (in the direction of the Id Kah Mosque) and is known as "Not reaching Kashgar means not reaching Xinjiang, and not reaching the ancient city means not reaching Kashgar."
• [Attraction/experience] Zepu Golden Populus Euphratica, (Group tour schedule for 10/7-11/10 includes a visit to the Zepu Golden Poplar Forest) The autumn sunlight is exceptionally bright, filtering down through layers of golden leaves. The mottled light and shadow in the woods shift between bright and dark. As the breeze blows, the golden leaves on the ground sway back and forth, looking as if scattered gold has been cast about.
• [Attraction/experience] Shache Old Teahouse, One yuan for a pot of tea, one yuan for an egg, one yuan for a naan—this is the most down-to-earth local tea culture in southern Xinjiang. At the teahouse, the locals will warmly greet you and take photos with you, allowing you to experience the slow pace of life here. All along the way, we headed toward Yarkand, one of the Thirty-Six Kingdoms of the Western Regions, an ancient realm.
• [Attraction/experience] Twelve Muqam performance, This is a more modern-leaning performance of the Twelve Muqam. As the birthplace of the Twelve Muqam and a core heritage site of the World Intangible Cultural Heritage, the daily performances of the Twelve Muqam held at the Old Town Cultural Center, the Muqam Heritage Center, and the Yarkant Khanate Palace offer an audiovisual feast combining singing, dancing, and music~
• [Attraction/experience] Kazanchi Folk Street, Yarkand, This long street divides the old and new towns of Yarkant. Its Uyghur name means "iron pot maker," and its history dates back to the late Qing Dynasty. The entire block is 1,500 meters long, preserving 227 historical and cultural ancient buildings and residences. Strolling through the ancient street to check in on the century-old buildings, one can experience the rich local earthly atmosphere and the pristine Southern Xinjiang.
• [Attraction/experience] Yarkand pigeon banquet, Today we have arranged a special Yarkand pigeon feast. They say not a single pigeon can fly out of Yarkand. In Yarkand, you can see all kinds of pigeon preparations, such as roasted pigeon, pigeon soup, etc.
• [Accommodation] Atour Hotel (Yingbin Road, Shache People's Government Branch); Vienna Hotel (Kashgar Prefecture Shache branch), Kyriad Hotel (Shache County Dried Fruit Market Rainbow store), GreenTree Eastern Hotel (Shache County Government Center Railway Station store), Jinbi Hotel (Shache Ancient City East Road store), Shache Jing'an Road Yunshangju Hotel or equivalent four-diamond hotel

Day 7

• [Dining] Breakfast, Hotel includes breakfast (Yarkant Xinjiang-style aesthetic breakfast); other lunches and dinners are at your own expense.
• [Attraction/experience] N39 Desert (Taklamakan Desert section), Unlike other deserts, this place retains its primitive landscape. The desert is rich in vegetation, with vigorous and upright Populus euphratica forests. Check in at the Gate of the Taklamakan Rally (Tour of Tarim), take the desert grand loop, climb high sand dunes to experience the wildness and vastness of the Taklamakan Desert, encounter greenery in the desert, and marvel at the greatness of life (recreational activities are at your own expense)
• [Attraction/experience] Uyghur wedding, Experience the Uyghur wedding in Kashgar, immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of the locals, watch the characteristic Uyghur wedding ceremonies, song and dance performances, interact with the newlyweds and locals, and feel the unique marriage customs and ethnic warmth of southern Xinjiang
• [Accommodation] Manxin Hotel (Kashgar Old Town Wanda Plaza branch), Kashgar Old Town East Gate Qingju Hotel, Wanjia Xiyue Hotel - Kashgar Old Town East Lake branch, Bavarian International Hotel (Kashgar Old Town Scenic Area branch), GreenTree Eastern Hotel (Kashgar Old Town Scenic Area Id Kah Mosque branch), Kashgar Saiman Licheng Courtyard, Laining Hotel, and other equivalent four-diamond hotels

Day 8

• [Dining] Breakfast, Breakfast is included at the hotel; other lunches and dinners are at your own expense.
• [Return] Shuttle included
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Eligibility

• This activity has no age limit
• Children: Only includes local parking spaces, travel insurance during the trip; does not occupy a bed, does not include tickets and meals, and round-trip transportation.

Additional information

What to bring

• Change of clothes / Sunscreen / Sunglasses / Caps or hats / Toiletries / Cash / Towel / Valid ID / Passport (with 6 months validity)