4 Days Kashgar In-depth Tour to Tashkurgan
Tour Overview
Driving southwest from Kashgar for 5 hours, you will meet the city of Tashkurgan, a famous relic along the ancient Silk Route, occupying a vital position in the sense of the military in old times.
This 4-day Kashgar in-depth tour, including Kashgar Old Town, Id Kah Mosque, Karakuri Lake, and Tashkurgan Stone City, will bring you a memorable experience of both culture and nature in the Northwest of China. It’s a pure expedition for the history and culture of the ancient Silk Road!
Travel destinations: Kashgar, Tashkurgan
Suitable for: History & Culture Explorers, Nature Lovers
Tour type: Private
Highlights of this tour:
- Experience the local lifestyle and splendid culture in Kashgar Old Town.
- Discover some interesting things or local souvenirs in Handicrafts Market.
- Visit the famous Id Kah Mosque, a complex of ancient buildings with strong ethnic style and religious characteristics.
- Be Amazed at the must-visit Local Livestock Market.
- Immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery of Karakuri Lake.
- Explore Tashkurgan Stone City and spend an unforgettable time here.
Day-by-day Itinerary
- Day 1: Kashgar Arrival
Welcome to Kashgar, located in the southwest of Xinjiang, an important node on the ancient Silk Road and a crucial passage connecting Central Asia, West Asia, and Europe.
Upon your arrival at Kashgar airport, a local private driver will pick you up from the exit gate and transfer you to the downtown hotel for check-in. Free and easy on your arrangement for the rest of the day.
Meal: N/A
Accommodation: Overnight in Kashgar
- Day 2: Classic Kashgar City TourExplore the Highlights of Old Town, Markets, and Mosque
Today, meet your Kashgar tour guide at the hotel lobby and then start your exploration at Kashgar Old Town, boasting a long history of over 2,100 years. In the ancient city, the cobblestone roads and colorful Uyghur architecture are arranged in a staggered manner... Strolling along, you can taste authentic cuisine, appreciate Uyghur songs and dances, and experience the rich ethnic customs.
Kashgar Old Town Later, be transferred to the Local Handicrafts Market. It is not only a paradise for shopping, but also a melting pot of culture, where every handicraft carries a profound history and story.
After that, go to admire the largest Islam Mosque in Xinjiang - Id Kah Mosque, whose birth can be traced back to 1442, in the Ming Dynasty. Through the tour guide's explanation, get a glimpse of its long history and unique Arabic-style architecture.
Id Kah Mosque The last stop of today's Kashgar trip is the lively Local Livestock Market. In the suburb of Kashgar City, it is an interesting window for you to learn the local culture and folk customs of South Xinjiang. It is said to be the largest livestock market in Asia, mainly with the trade of flocks and herds. Hawking from sellers, bargaining from buyers, moo and bleat from the animals forming a busy and down-to-earth scene before you.
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch
Accommodation: Overnight in Kashgar
- Day 3: Kashgar to Tashkurgan TourAppreciate the Natural Beauty of a High-mountain Lake
Today you will enjoy a Kashgar side tour of Karakuri Lake. Also named Karakul Lake, it is a high mountain moraine lake, located at the foot of the Father on Iceberg, 185 km far from Kashgar (3.5-hour driving), and crossed by the Sino-Pakistan Highway.
Karakuli Lake is one of the few plateau lakes in the world (at an altitude of 3,600 meters). Surrounded by ice peaks and snow ridges such as Muztagh Ata, the lake water is clear and changes color with light and weather, sometimes turquoise, sometimes blue, sometimes black. Walk along the shore and enjoy the picturesque scenery.
After finishing the relaxing sightseeing, continue driving to Tashkurgan for an overnight stay.
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch
Accommodation: Overnight in Tashkurgan
Karakul Lake - Day 4: Tashkurgan to Kashgar Tour, Kashgar DepartureDiscover Ancient Relics of Stone City, Enjoy Surrounding Scenery
Tashkurgan, which means "stone city" in the Uyghur language, got its name because of the ancient stone castle in the north of the city.
After breakfast, you will be guided to enjoy the unique scenery in Stone City which is a famous relic along the ancient Silk Road which dates back to the Jin Dynasty. Perched at an altitude of 3,700 meters, this ancient stone city ruin boasts a strategic location and an imposing presence. Follow your guide to explore the layout & ruins of the Stone City.
Golden Grassland is under the Stone City, with snow peaks towering around and rivers stretching. You will be rewarded with a more impressive view if you visit the Tashkurgan Stone City in autumn when the grasslands in this area transform into a golden hue.
In the afternoon, drive around 5-6 hours back to Kashgar to catch a night flight for departure. Your 4-day Xinjiang tour to Kashgar and Tashkurgan comes to an end. Safe travels!
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch
Accommodation: N/A
Enjoy the Stunning Natural Views of Stone City
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