Southern Xinjiang's B-Side Life | Xinjiang Kashgar Pamir Plateau 10-Day Tour for 2-6 People, Pure Play Small Group
{
- [5 Must-Visit Reasons] [Design Concept] "Tear off the rigid cover of travel guides and open up the B-side of Southern Xinjiang—
While others are scrolling through 'dangerous and desolate' on trending topics, you've already deciphered the secrets of murals with the gestures of Kucha music and dance, brewed coffee blind boxes with the glacial water of Muztagh Ata, and packed the aroma of naan pits from Kashgar Old City into a magic box. This isn't just travel; it's a gentle rebellion against a world of labels."
- Geological Wonders · Panoramic Collection
Twin canyons (Red Cliff Heavenly Book × three-dimensional rock paintings), three lakes (Basha Lake encircling the lake + reflection of Karakul Lake + Bandir Blue Lake), border duo (Khunjerab Pass + Wakhjir Pass boundary marker), and the morning scene of herdsmen migrating in Toghrunxia Village.
- Deep Culture · Full Immersion Experience
Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves, real-scene night tour through the ancient city of Yotkan, on-site quick learning of Kucha music and dance to earn a certificate, Uyghur bargaining challenge at Hotan Night Market, Tajik home visit to learn eagle dance and hear border-guarding stories.
- Road Trip Blockbuster · Immersive Scenes
Urumqi-Korla Expressway traversing world-class tunnels, Karakoram Highway like a magical moat, desert highway with a wild wasteland vibe, border car chase feeling in the Wakhan Corridor, extreme curve drifting on the Panlong Ancient Road.
- Exclusive Memories · Ritualistic Collection Customized "Southern Xinjiang B-Side Handbook" for collecting stamped secret spots, Glamping apricot blossom afternoon tea coffee blind box, dopamine mineral color blind box, Uyghur task in Kashgar Old City to exchange for milk tea, Muztagh Ata glacier challenge to earn a customized medal, mailing spring travel postcards. }
What to expect
- Itinerary Introduction
- Day 1: Urumqi Airport pickup [Airport/hotel approx. 25 KM, approx. 0.5 H], Accommodation: Urumqi
- Day 2: Urumqi to Wuyu Expressway to Rob People Village to Korla [approx. 320 KM, approx. 3 H], Accommodation: Korla
- Day 3: Korla to Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon to Qiuci Song and Dance [approx. 420 KM, approx. 5.5 H], Accommodation: Kuqa/Xinhe
- Day 4: Kuqa/Xinhe to Wensu Grand Canyon [Crimson Secret Realm] to VIP Direct Access to Tacun [Southern Xinjiang Grassland] [approx. 566 KM, approx. 7 H], Accommodation: Tumxuk
- Day 5: Tumxuk to the 4th Desert Highway to Hotan Night Market to Luotuogan Show to Hotan [approx. 380 KM, approx. 7 H], Accommodation: Hotan
- Day 6: Hotan to Shache Old Town to Shache Pigeon Feast to Shache Old Teahouse to Kashgar Old Town Photo Shoot to Night Tour of Hantabazar [500 KM, 6 H], Accommodation: Kashgar
- Day 7: Kashgar to Hot Naan Experience to Karakoram Highway to Muji Crater to Baisha Lake North Bank + South Bank to Karakul Lake to Kunlun Three Heroes Snow Mountains to Pak-Iron Bazaar to Taxkorgan [approx. 450 KM, 7.5 H], Accommodation: Taxkorgan
- Day 8: Taxkorgan to Khunjerab Port to Wakhan Corridor to Panlong Ancient Road to Bandier Lake to Pamir Eye Check-in to Tajik Home Visit to Taxkorgan [approx. 320 KM, 7 H], Accommodation: Taxkorgan
- Day 9: Taxkorgan to Tuogelunxia Village Sunrise to Kunlun Three Heroes Check-in to Muztagh Glacier to Oytag Red Mountain to Kashgar [approx. 280 KM, 4.5 H], Accommodation: Kashgar
- Day 10: Kashgar to Airport Drop-off
Foreign guests can sign up with confidence
- The Chinese tour leader will use mobile translation software to communicate~
- After booking, staff will communicate itinerary details with you via WeChat, WhatsApp, Line, or email. Please provide your information~
- During the itinerary, foreign guests are not allowed to visit the Khunjerab Port scenic spot. The driver-guide will take foreign friends to visit near the First Village of the Port and refund the Khunjerab Port admission ticket; foreign guests are not allowed to visit the Rob People Village scenic spot and will go directly to the Korla hotel
- #B-Side Life Series | Enter via Urumqi, Exit via Kashgar [Poplar Season Edition] ✅ New tours open for the Poplar Season after October 13: Kuqa accommodation changed to Xinhe 4-Diamond Hotel 👉 Accommodation changed to Xinhe, Kuqa attractions and Qiuci Song and Dance will no longer be arranged, and the Qiuci Song and Dance admission fee of 60 RMB per person will be refunded















Reviews
Good to know
- Warm reminder:
- About time difference: There is a 2-hour time difference between Xinjiang and inland China. You need to adapt to the living habits. Lunch time is 14:00-15:00, and it gets dark at 21:30-22:00. Hotel breakfast usually starts at 8:30, lunch time is 13:00-14:30, and dinner is around 19:30-20:30.
- About climate: The temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang is very large. The continental semi-arid climate is typical of Xinjiang. Typically, it's "hot during the day and cold at night." Taxian has a higher altitude, so the temperature will be a bit lower. You still need to bring a windbreaker or a thick coat; Sun protection: The ultraviolet rays in Xinjiang are also very strong, so be sure to prepare sun protection equipment in advance; Sunscreen is recommended to be 50+SPF. After coming to Xinjiang, your body needs a lot of hydration, especially for ladies. The ultraviolet rays are strong, so be sure to bring sun protection products;
- About altitude: The altitude of Taxian in southern Xinjiang is around 3000+ meters, Baisha Lake is 3300 meters, Muztagh Ata Glacier Park is 4688 meters, and Mujihuo Volcano is 3680 meters. If you have altitude sickness and feel unwell, it is not recommended to participate, or bring high-altitude medicine and oxygen equipment;
- About ethnic minorities: There are many ethnic minorities in southern Xinjiang. Our main ethnic groups on this trip are Uyghur, Tajik, and Kyrgyz. Ethnic minorities have strong religious colors, and there are many religious ceremonies for ethnic minorities in Xinjiang. Tourists are requested not to intentionally stop and watch or overly focus on their personal life behaviors; If you want to take pictures of ethnic minorities, you must get their consent before taking pictures. The conditions in Taxian are relatively backward in all aspects. We can prepare some stationery to give to the local children, and they are all very friendly;
- About dining: 1. The staple food in Xinjiang is mainly pasta, and the lamb in Xinjiang is mainly mutton, which has no gamey smell and tender meat. Many tourists who come here will fall in love with the lamb here; 2. For lunch every day, there are various dining options in the scenic area, or you can bring your own self-heating food or snack naan. The staff will recommend food for dinner, and you can share the cost with your travel companions or taste local specialties alone;
- About network tips: Xinjiang has 4G-5G network, but the signal in remote areas is poor, and Xinjiang attaches great importance to network security, so foreign websites cannot be accessed;
- About border passes: Xinjiang is located in the western border of our country. Taxkorgan in southern Xinjiang, China's westernmost point, Mujihuo Volcano, etc., require border passes. There are two ways to apply for border passes: one is to apply temporarily locally after arriving in Xinjiang (you can apply directly in the airport hall when you arrive in Kashgar).
- [Precautions during the trip]
- Carry essential items: Prepare some essential items according to your travel needs, such as mobile phone chargers, adapter plugs, sunscreen, umbrellas, etc.
- Please carry some cash with you. Although most places in Xinjiang can use Alipay and WeChat to scan codes for payment, the mobile network signal is not good, and sometimes it will not be able to connect to the network, so cash transactions are more convenient;
- [Do not carry the following items]
- Do not carry any controlled knives: fruit knives, and Yingjisha knives purchased during the trip are also not allowed. Crafts purchased can be directly mailed home by the seller. In addition, some outdoor items, gas tanks, trekking poles, etc., should also be avoided as much as possible;
Contact us
You might also like...
Heart of Pamir | Xinjiang South Xinjiang Enjoy Kashgar 6-Day Tour
The Eye of Pamir | Xinjiang South Enjoy Kashgar 5-Day Tour
Xinjiang Kashgar Pamir 8-day small group tour for 2-6 people: Desert Poplar + Glacier Park + Kashgar Shache + Westernmost Point (complimentary pigeon feast)
Dopamine Southern Xinjiang | Xinjiang Kashgar 6-person small group Pamir Plateau 7-day tour - Stay at Baisha Lake - Xinjiang-style morning tea
The Meaning of Pamir | Enjoy Kashgar, Southern Xinjiang 7-Day Tour
Luxury Xinjiang Southern Xinjiang Kashgar 6-Day Private Tour
Kashgar Pamir Plateau Full-Day Small Group Tour




