Private Xinjiang tours
Southern Xinjiang 10-Day Private Journey: Golden Poplars & Pamir Plateau
Seamlessly connected by high-speed rail and domestic flights with dedicated business-car service throughout — from the golden Tarim poplars and Tianshan canyons to the breathtaking Pamir Plateau.
Why this route works
- Dedicated business car throughout, paired with high-speed rail and domestic flights for a smooth, time-saving journey
- Visit both Tarim and Shaya poplar forests — double the golden spectacle
- Deep into the Pamir Plateau with White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, and Panlong Ancient Road all in one trip
- Stay in 4- or 5-diamond hotels throughout, balancing comfort with authentic local immersion
Detailed itinerary
Arrive in Urumqi on your own, private business-car airport pickup, check in to a 4- or 5-diamond hotel
Take high-speed rail from Urumqi to Korla, private business-car station pickup, check in to a 4- or 5-diamond hotel; evening at leisure without car, night stroll along Peacock River
Depart Korla by private business car to Tarim Poplar Forest, overnight at a 4- or 5-diamond hotel in Kuqa
Depart Kuqa by private business car, visit Mysterious Tianshan Grand Canyon and Shaya Poplar Forest, overnight at a 4- or 5-diamond hotel in Kuqa
Depart Kuqa by private business car, visit Kuqa Prince Palace, Kuqa Grand Mosque, and Kuqa Grand Nan City, overnight at a 4- or 5-diamond hotel in Kuqa
Depart Kuqa by private business car, airport transfer per flight time, fly to Kashgar, check in to a 4- or 5-diamond hotel
Free day in Kashgar Old City without car, explore the Old City, watch the opening ceremony, visit Xiangfei Garden and the Grand Mosque at your own pace, overnight at a 4- or 5-diamond hotel in Kashgar
Depart Kashgar by private business car to the Pamir Plateau, visit White Sand Lake and Karakul Lake, overnight at a 4- or 5-diamond hotel in Tashkurgan County
Depart Tashkurgan by private business car, visit Panlong Ancient Road and Bandir Blue Lake (if Panlong Road is closed, visit Golden Grassland and Stone City instead), return to Kashgar, overnight at a 4- or 5-diamond hotel
Depart Kashgar by private business car, airport transfer per flight time, journey concludes
Pricing logic
The final quote depends on travel dates, group size, domestic flights, hotel level, vehicle type and route feasibility. The sales team will confirm all inclusions before payment.