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Southern Xinjiang Hidden Realms

12 days · A journey to shape around your time

A 12-day starting route through Southern Xinjiang. Shape the connections, stays and daily rhythm around your group.

Make this journey your own. We’ll confirm your stays, access and inclusions for your dates before you book.

MPV + Intra-Xinjiang Flights + High-Speed Rail · all year

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Less Road. More Xinjiang.

Your journey, in five answers.

Who is this journey for?

Travellers interested in old cities, local culture and the Pamir, with private transfers and hotel bases.

Why is this route different?

Use rail to Korla and fly Kuqa–Kashgar, leaving two nights in Tashkurgan for a longer Pamir chapter.

How do we make the most of your time?

TIME AT A GLANCE

Kashgar · Day 8

On the road
Private vehicle between sightsDriving hours confirmed for your dates
In the destination
A day of city sightseeingTime to explore
Overnight
Kashgar hotelCity base

See how these days balance travel and exploring. Timing varies with the season, traffic and opening hours.

Connections on this route
Rail connectionDay 2 · Urumqi – Korla by High-Speed Train
Flight connectionDay 7 · Kuqa – Kashgar by Flight

Your journey includes private transfers and local touring. We’ll help you plan each travel day, including station or airport connections and stops.

Where do you sleep?

  • Kuqa hotel base
  • Kashgar hotel base
  • Two nights in Tashkurgan

Your proposal will name your hotel or camp and outline its facilities.

What does a day actually feel like?

Day 8 · Kashgar One Day (Old City, Opening Ceremony, Xiangfei Garden, Mosque)

Business van tour to Kashgar Old City, Opening Ceremony, Xiangfei Garden, Id Kah Mosque, etc.; overnight at 4-diamond hotel in Kashgar

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Your route, day by day

Tap a day for the details. Hotels, access and inclusions are confirmed for your dates.

Day 1Arrival in Urumqi

Arrive in Urumqi on your own, private business van pick-up, check in to 4-diamond hotel in Urumqi

Day 2Urumqi – Korla by High-Speed Train

Take high-speed train (approx. 4 hrs) to Korla, business van pick-up and hotel check-in; free evening without vehicle, optional night stroll along Peacock River

Day 3Korla – Tarim Poplar Forest – Kuqa

Business van to Tarim Poplar Forest, then check in to 4-diamond hotel in Kuqa

Day 4Kuqa One Day (Grand Canyon, Nang City, Ancient Alley)

Business van tour to Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, Kuqa Nang City, and Kucha Ancient Alley; overnight at 4-diamond hotel in Kuqa

Day 5Kuqa – Shaya Poplar Forests (Museum, Park, 139 Highway) – Kuqa

Business van to Shaya Poplar Forest Museum, Shayanzhou Poplar Forest Park, and drive along 139 Secret Poplar Forest Highway; return to Kuqa for 4-diamond hotel

Day 6Kuqa One Day (King’s Mansion, Grand Bazaar)

Business van tour to Kuqa King’s Mansion and Grand Bazaar; overnight at 4-diamond hotel in Kuqa

Day 7Kuqa – Kashgar by Flight

Business van transfer to airport, fly from Kuqa to Kashgar, then check in to 4-diamond hotel in Kashgar

Day 8Kashgar One Day (Old City, Opening Ceremony, Xiangfei Garden, Mosque)

Business van tour to Kashgar Old City, Opening Ceremony, Xiangfei Garden, Id Kah Mosque, etc.; overnight at 4-diamond hotel in Kashgar

Day 9Kashgar – Oytak Red Mountain – Baisha Lake – Muji Crater – Tashkurgan

Business van to Pamir Plateau, visit Oytak Red Mountain, Baisha Lake Scenic Area, and Muji Crater; check in to 4-diamond hotel in Tashkurgan

Day 10Tashkurgan – Panlong Ancient Road & Bandier Blue Lake – Tashkurgan

Business van to Panlong Ancient Road and Bandier Blue Lake (if road closed, alternative: Golden Grassland and Stone City); overnight at 4-diamond hotel in Tashkurgan

Day 11Tashkurgan – Karakul Lake & Muztagh Ata (view) – Kashgar

Business van to Karakul Lake Scenic Area, view Muztagh Ata en route, return to Kashgar for 4-diamond hotel

Day 12Kashgar Departure

Business van transfer to Kashgar airport according to flight schedule, end of tour

Get to know your journey.

A route around your time

Tell us about your Xinjiang trip.

Your dates. Your companions. The places you want to stay. We’ll suggest how to connect them.

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