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Explore the Heart of Silk Road - 7 Days Classic Xinjiang Tour to Kashgar, Turpan, and Urumqi

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry and stunning landscapes of Xinjiang on this 7-day classic tour through Kashgar, Turpan, and Urumqi. Begin your journey in Kashgar, a historic trading hub on the ancient Silk Road, where you’ll explore vibrant bazaars and the famous Id Kah Mosque. Travel to Turpan, known for its ancient ruins and the picturesque Grape Valley, and marvel at the ingenuity of the ancient Karez irrigation system. Conclude your adventure in Urumqi, the capital of Xinjiang, visiting the fascinating Xinjiang Regional Museum and the serene Heavenly Lake. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, providing an unforgettable experience in one of China’s most diverse regions.

Trip Highlights:

  • Kashgar Sunday Bazaar: Experience the vibrant and bustling atmosphere of one of Asia’s largest markets.
  • Id Kah Mosque: Visit China’s largest mosque, a spiritual and architectural landmark in Kashgar.
  • Turpan’s Ancient Ruins: Explore the ancient city of Jiaohe and the stunning Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves.
  • Karez Irrigation System: Discover the ancient and ingenious underground water system that has sustained Turpan for centuries.
  • Heavenly Lake: Enjoy the serene beauty of this alpine lake, nestled amidst the stunning Tianshan Mountains near Urumqi.

Tour Plan

Day 01 Kashgar Arrival

Today your flight will touch down in Kashgar. We will meet you at the airport exit with a welcome board and then transfer to the local hotel check in. The rest of the day is free for you to explore this city.

Overnight in Kashgar

Day 02 Mysterious Karakul Lake on Pamirs Plateau

Morning, after your nice breakfast. Your guide and driver will meet you at hotel lobby to start the adventure. We will pay a visit to the famous  Sunday Bazaar that is combined two section. The covered bazaar sells the clothing, nuts, household goods and many things out of your imagination. It is quite interesting to witness their typical methods of bargain.

After that, driving on the China and Pakistan highway about 4hrs to enjoy the landscape of Pamirs Plateau, on the way, you can enjoy the magnificent Bulongkol Lake also known as Baisha Mountain (white Sand Mountain) located next to the Karakoram Highway, so it is one of the must stop spot on the way to Karakul lake and Taxkorgan. Experience beautiful Karakul Lake where the herds of livestock around the lakeside are reflected in lake Kirghiz herdsmen usually settle down and graze their herds before shuttling you onward to Taxkorgan. The following day will be spent exploring the stunning landscape surrounding the highway, and we will drive to Taxkrogan County for overnight stay.

Traffic: Car (320kms)
Overnight in Taxkorgan
Day 03 Taxkorgan Stone Fortress and Golden Grassland

Today we will drive back to Kashgar, on the way, you will visit the Stone Fortress.  The city is oval in shape and the city walls were built with sun-dried bricks on stone foundation. It is 1285 metres in circumference outside. Over the past few years, new wooden pathways have been constructed to allow tourist to walk these beautiful grasslands, known as the Golden Grasslands. From here you can get even better photos of the Stone Fortress. Walking around the pastureland to see Local Tajiks customs, there are yurts and frame houses of Tajik ethnic group providing rooms and board for visitors. You can also go out on the small rafts and enjoy yourselves in the scenic area. A reception center there facilitates rentals, yachts, camels, horses etc.

Traffic: Car (320kms)
Overnight in Kashgar
Day 04 Kashgar City Tour-fly to Urumqi

Today meet your guide and driver at the hotel lobby, then we will do full day Kashgar city excursion. we will visit the Idigar Mosque,the largest Mosque in China and the most sacred mosque for the locals to practise their Islamic activities.

Around 10:30 we have to visit the Old Town when the open ceremony ready to greeting all the tourists with the culture show, further exploration to the special culture and experience the lifestyle with the arrangements of the visiting to the local Uighur Family.

Kashgar city tour ends with the wandering to the bustling Handicraft street, dazzling jewelry, primitive pottery,unique musical instrument, daily resources of the locals. The spare time in the tea-house is our special arrangement for you to relax and get a feel for the local culture and traditions.

After visiting, say goodbye to Kashgar and you will be transferred to the airport to take the flight to Urumqi.

Traffic: Car&Flight
 Overnight in Urumqi
Day 05 Exploring of the Heavenly Lake and Grand Bazaar

Today you will drive to the picturesque Heavenly Lake, which is surrounded by the snow mountains, blooming wildflowers, evergreen pine trees. Trekking along the lake in the fresh air. or you can explore further uo to the Maya Mountain by the cable car to enjoy the magnificent view of the Mountains.

Afterwards, transfer back to Urumqi about the other 1.5hrs, visit the Xinjiang International Bazaar, the largest bazaar in Urumqi. You'll find a bustling market filled with fruit, clothing, crafts, knives, carpets and almost anything that you can imagine.

Traffic: Car (120kms)
Overnight in Urumqi
Day 06 Oldest Tuyoq Uighur Village and Jiaohe Ruins

Today we will drive to the histroical sites and oasis land of Turpan.

A must and first visit is the oldest Uighur village Tuyoq Village located in the very center of Flaming Mountain Canyon. The village consists of four parts: Canyon scenery, Thousand Buddha Caves, Maza tomb and the old buildings of the ancient village.

And pay a visit to the Jiaohe Ruins, one of the best preserved ruins of its ancient era in China, it was include in the World Heritage List on June 22, 2014. After visiting, we will stay overnight in Turpan.

Traffic: Car (200kms)
Overnight in Turpan
Day 07 Sightseeing of Karez Well and Sugong Minaret, Urumqi Departure

Morning depart from the hotel, we will head to the Karez Well, which is special kind of irrigation system, here you can not only visit this ancient irrigation system, but also get rid of the heat of summer. Then explore the Sugong Minaret, the largest Islamic minaret in China built in 1778.

After the visiting, we will drive back to Urumqi and transfer you to the airport to catch your flight based on your schedule. Wish you a pleasant journey home!

Package Rate

From 1190€ p/p

Price based on a private tour for 2 people and varies depending on program, travel date, number of people and chosen hotel

INCLUSIVE: 

  • 7 nights hotel accommodation based on twin share
  • Daily breakfast
  • Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
  • All land transfers on best-in-class local transportation indicated in the itinerary.
  • Experience English-speaking tour guide(other languages also available)
  • Drinking water throughout the trip
  • Travel Insurance
  • Government tax and service fee

EXCLUSIVE:

  • International & Domestic flight/train tickets
  • Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, drinks, tip…)
  • Tips and porters at the hotels
  • All other services which are not mentioned in INCLUDING

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