Why this trip works
An 8-day Southern Xinjiang join-in route linking Korla, Kuqa, Aksu, Kashgar and Tashkurgan, with lakes, canyon scenery and Pamir Plateau highlights.
- A complete Southern Xinjiang route connecting lakes, desert-edge landscapes, canyons, Kashgar and the Pamir Plateau.
- Bosten Lake and Korla provide a gentler start before the journey continues west.
- Poplar forest scenery around the Tarim Basin and Luntai.
- Tianshan Tomur Grand Canyon near Wensu and the Aksu region.
- Kashgar Old City followed by Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake and Tashkurgan.
- Panlong Ancient Road, Bandir Blue Lake and high-altitude Pamir scenery.
Tour overview
RouteUrumqi · Korla · Kuqa · Aksu · Kashgar · Tashkurgan · Kashgar
Duration8 Days / 7 Nights
Group sizeJoin-in group departure
GuideTour escort / driver-guide
AccommodationQuality hotel accommodation throughout the confirmed itinerary
VehicleTour vehicle arranged according to confirmed departure size
MealsMeal arrangements depend on the confirmed departure package.
Day-by-day itinerary
- Day 1 · Urumqi → Bosten Lake → Korla.
- Day 2 · Korla → Huludao Water Poplar Forest → Korla.
- Day 3 · Korla → Luntai Poplar Forest Park → Kuqa.
- Day 4 · Kuqa → Wensu Grand Canyon → Aksu.
- Day 5 · Aksu → Kashgar Old City → border permit arrangements → Kashgar.
- Day 6 · Kashgar → north shore of Baisha Lake → Karakul Lake → Tashkurgan.
- Day 7 · Tashkurgan → Khunjerab area → Panlong Ancient Road → Bandir Blue Lake → Tashkurgan.
- Day 8 · Tashkurgan → Muztagh Glacier area → Kashgar.
Inclusions & exclusions
Included
- Airport pickup service according to the confirmed arrival details.
- Travel insurance arranged for the confirmed group departure.
- Admission tickets and scenic-area shuttle transport listed in the confirmed itinerary.
- Fuel and road tolls during the group route.
- Quality hotel accommodation throughout the confirmed itinerary.
- Accompanied sightseeing and photography support.
- No compulsory shopping stops or hidden shopping charges.
How booking works
From US$1,399 per person. Final selling price depends on departure date and room arrangement.
- Select your departure dateThe date determines whether standard, school-vacation or peak-holiday pricing applies.
- Enter travelers and roomsThe booking tool automatically applies twin-sharing and single-room occupancy pricing.
- Complete checkoutReview the calculated total and finish payment through Shopify checkout.
- Receive confirmationThe selected departure date, room arrangement, border permit requirements and final meeting details are checked before booking is confirmed.
Before you book
Pickup and drop-off
Airport pickup is arranged according to the selected departure and confirmed arrival details. Final meeting instructions are sent before departure.
Before departure
- This is a join-in group tour with a fixed operating route.
- The itinerary may operate Urumqi → Kashgar or in reverse depending on the confirmed departure.
- Border permit arrangements and Pamir Plateau access are subject to local regulations, weather and road conditions.
- Sightseeing order may change due to traffic, attraction opening hours and local operation.