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7-Day Tashkurgan, Kashgar and Turpan from Kashgar to Urumqi Tour Code: 827-20359

  • Explore the ancient Kashgar Old City, a living thousand-year-old town.
  • Travel along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway, one of the world's most beautiful and highest roads.
  • Visit the stunning Karakul Lake at the foot of Muztagh Ata Peak.
  • See the unique White Sand Lake and Tashkurgan Wetland on the Pamir Plateau.
  • Discover the ancient Stone City and Golden Grass Beach in Tashkurgan.
  • Visit the Id Kah Mosque, the largest mosque in Xinjiang.
  • Experience the Heavenly Lake (Tianchi) in the Tianshan Mountains.
  • Explore the historical sites of Turpan, including the Jiaohe Ruins and Karez Well system.
Visit Kashgar (China-Pakistan Friendship Highway, Id Kah Mosque, Kashgar Old City), Tashkurgan (Golden Grass Beach, Karakul Lake, Muztagh Ata Peak, Stone City, Tashkurgan Wetland Viewing Platform, White Sand Lake), Turpan (Jiaohe Ancient City, Karez Well, Sugong Pagoda, Tuyugou Valley), Urumqi (Heavenly Lake (Tianchi), International Grand Bazaar).
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$998
¥6806
€849
C$1367
3% Group Discount: 1. Receive 3% off when you purchase 3+ rooms on the same tour (single order only).
2. Receive 3% off when you book 3+ multi-day tours with minimum order total of $500 at once. Not valid in conjunction with any other discounts or pricing offers.
  • Share Room: If a single male or female guest arises and another same-gender solo traveler agrees to share, the travel agency will assist with room sharing; if not possible, a single room supplement applies.
    If the guest decides to change to a private room after the tour has commenced, they must pay an additional charge equal to twice the single supplement will apply.
Price (/Person)
    Single
    $1435
    ¥9786
    €1221
    C$1966
    Share Room
    $1174
    ¥8006
    €999
    C$1608
    Double
    $1174
    ¥8006
    €999
    C$1608
Price (/Person)
    Single
    $1244
    ¥8484
    €1058
    C$1704
    Share Room
    $998
    ¥6806
    €849
    C$1367
    Double
    $998
    ¥6806
    €849
    C$1367
Price (/Person)
    Single
    $1523
    ¥10386
    €1296
    C$2086
    Share Room
    $1247
    ¥8504
    €1061
    C$1708
    Double
    $1247
    ¥8504
    €1061
    C$1708
What if my dates are not available or appear as sold out? Notify Me!
3% Group Discount: 1. Receive 3% off when you purchase 3+ rooms on the same tour (single order only).
2. Receive 3% off when you book 3+ multi-day tours with minimum order total of $500 at once. Not valid in conjunction with any other discounts or pricing offers.
  • Share Room: If a single male or female guest arises and another same-gender solo traveler agrees to share, the travel agency will assist with room sharing; if not possible, a single room supplement applies.
    If the guest decides to change to a private room after the tour has commenced, they must pay an additional charge equal to twice the single supplement will apply.
  • Overview
  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
  • Day 5
  • Day 6
  • Day 7
Day 1 Arrive in Kashgar
Day 2 Kashgar - Tashkurgan (292 km)
Day 3 Tashkurgan - Kashgar (292 km)
Day 4 Kashgar - Urumqi (1472 km)
Day 5 Urumqi - Heavenly Lake - Urumqi
Day 6 Urumqi - Turpan (192 km)
Day 7 Turpan - Urumqi DEP (195 km)

Day 1: Arrive in Kashgar

Standard Hotel: Kashgar City Hotel
Meal: Excluded
Arrive in Kashgar, known as the 'living ancient city'. After hotel check-in, enjoy free time to explore the vibrant night scene of the ancient city.

Day 2: Kashgar - Tashkurgan (292 km)

Standard Hotel: Tashkurgan Hotel
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Travel along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway to Tashkurgan. Visit scenic spots including Muztagh Ata Peak, White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, and the Tashkurgan Wetland Viewing Platform.
  • Kashgar, CN

    Kashgar is a historic city in southwestern Xinjiang, a key Silk Road hub known for its strong Uyghur culture, ancient lanes, and vibrant bazaars.

    China-Pakistan Friendship Highway (Passing By)

    The China-Pakistan Friendship Highway is a high-altitude road connecting Kashgar, China, with Pakistan, traversing the spectacular Pamir Mountains with breathtaking scenery.
  • Tashkurgan, CN

    Tashkurgan is a border county town on the Pamir Plateau in Xinjiang, known for its Tajik culture, the ancient Stone City ruins, and surrounding high-altitude lake scenery.

    Muztagh Ata Peak

    Muztagh Ata is a famous snow-capped peak on the Pamir Plateau, over 7,500 meters high, with a majestic presence and perennial glaciers, often called the 'Father of Ice Mountains'.

    White Sand Lake

    White Sand Lake is a lake on the Pamir Plateau, attracting visitors with the striking contrast between its unique white sand dunes along the shore and its deep blue waters.

    Karakul Lake

    Karakul Lake is a high-altitude glacial lake on the Pamir Plateau, with deep waters and the majestic backdrop of Muztagh Ata Peak, offering serene and stunning views.

    Tashkurgan Wetland Viewing Platform

    The Tashkurgan Wetland Viewing Platform offers a vantage point to overlook the plateau wetlands and grassland scenery, with expansive views and a tranquil environment.

Day 3: Tashkurgan - Kashgar (292 km)

Standard Hotel: Kashgar City Hotel
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Visit the ancient Stone City and Golden Grass Beach in Tashkurgan. Then return to Kashgar via the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway.
  • Tashkurgan, CN

    Tashkurgan is a border county town on the Pamir Plateau in Xinjiang, known for its Tajik culture, the ancient Stone City ruins, and surrounding high-altitude lake scenery.

    Stone City

    Stone City is an ancient castle ruin near Tashkurgan, built on a high mound. It was the royal city of the ancient Puli Kingdom on the Silk Road, rich in historical atmosphere.

    Golden Grass Beach

    Golden Grass Beach is a vast wetland grassland near Tashkurgan town. In autumn, the grass turns golden, creating a beautiful scene against the snow mountains and blue sky.

Day 4: Kashgar - Urumqi (1472 km)

Standard Hotel: Urumqi City Hotel
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Visit the Id Kah Mosque and explore Kashgar Old City, including the morning gate ceremony. Later, take a flight to Urumqi.
  • Kashgar, CN

    Kashgar is a historic city in southwestern Xinjiang, a key Silk Road hub known for its strong Uyghur culture, ancient lanes, and vibrant bazaars.

    Id Kah Mosque

    The Id Kah Mosque, located in central Kashgar, is one of the largest mosques in China, with distinctive Islamic architecture. It is a key religious and cultural center in Kashgar.

    Kashgar Old City

    Kashgar Old City is the soul of Kashgar. Its maze-like lanes are filled with traditional Uyghur houses of earth and wood, handicraft workshops, and unique shops, brimming with local life.

Day 5: Urumqi - Heavenly Lake - Urumqi

Standard Hotel: Urumqi City Hotel
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Take a day trip to the Heavenly Lake (Tianchi) in the Tianshan Mountains. Return to Urumqi to visit the International Grand Bazaar.
  • Urumqi, CN

    Heavenly Lake (Tianchi)

    Heavenly Lake is a high-altitude lake at the foot of Bogda Peak in the Tianshan Mountains. Its clear, azure waters are surrounded by snow-capped peaks, forests, and meadows, creating a picturesque scene.

    International Grand Bazaar

    The International Grand Bazaar is a famous market in Urumqi with Islamic-style architecture, offering a wide array of Xinjiang crafts, dried fruits, carpets, and local snacks.

Day 6: Urumqi - Turpan (192 km)

Standard Hotel: Turpan City Hotel
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Drive to Turpan. Visit key historical and cultural sites including Tuyugou Valley, Jiaohe Ancient City, Karez Well, and Sugong Pagoda.
  • Turpan, CN

    Tuyugou Valley

    Tuyugou Valley is a canyon within the Flaming Mountains, famous for its ancient Uyghur village, traditional adobe architecture, and the colorful rock walls on both sides of the gorge.

    Jiaohe Ancient City

    Jiaohe Ancient City is a vast ruin of a Tang Dynasty city in the Turpan Basin, built on a loess cliff at the confluence of two rivers. It is one of the world's best-preserved earthen architecture cities.

    Karez Well

    The Karez Well is an ancient underground irrigation system in the Turpan region, channeling snowmelt from the Tianshan Mountains through underground tunnels. Hailed as an 'underground Great Wall,' it showcases the ingenuity of ancient people.

    Sugong Pagoda

    The Sugong Pagoda is a landmark Islamic-style brick minaret in Turpan, known for its intricate geometric brickwork and historical significance as a relic of the region's cultural heritage.

Day 7: Turpan - Urumqi DEP (195 km)

Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Transfer from Turpan to Urumqi airport or train station for departure.

Complimentary Transfer Service
(Available only on designated group departure and end dates)

  • Free Pick‑up: Arrivals between 08:00 - 22:00

  • Free Drop‑off: Departures between 09:00 - 23:00 (early morning flights are also covered if you are willing to leave in advance)

Transfers are currently provided with a driver only. If multiple guests arrive around the same time, a guide may be arranged at our discretion. Any policy updates will be communicated separately.

  • If you arrive before the group start date or leave after the group end date, a separate transfer fee applies

  • If your arrival or departure falls outside the free transfer time window, a separate transfer fee also applies

  • For shared group transfers, guests with close arrival times will be picked up together, with a waiting time of approximately 1.5 hours. If you prefer not to wait, please notify us at least 1 day in advance to arrange a private transfer at an additional cost.

Price Includes

  • Transportation: Kashgar to Urumqi economy class air ticket (including 20kg checked baggage).
  • Hotel accommodation in standard twin/double room.
  • Hotel breakfasts.
  • First entrance tickets and necessary shuttle bus within scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
  • All vehicle expenses (including tolls, fuel, vehicle mountain entry fees).
  • Airport/station pickup and drop-off service (shared transfer, waiting time may be up to 1.5 hours).
  • Professional Chinese-speaking guide service.
  • Travel accident insurance, vehicle seat insurance, travel agency liability insurance.
  • Two bottles of mineral water per person per day.

Price Excludes

  • Transportation: International/domestic airfare to/from the tour start/end point.
  • Personal Expenses: Laundry, phone calls, pay TV, drinks, snacks, alcohol, and other personal hotel charges.
  • Force Majeure: Additional costs due to unforeseen circumstances (natural disasters, war, strikes, epidemics, flight changes, insufficient participants).
  • Gratuities: Suggested tips for guide (RMB 40-70 per person per day) and driver (RMB 20-50 per person per day).
  • Meals: Lunches and dinners not included.

Terms & Condition

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    Booking and Reservation
    All tours are for early booking, tour operator suggests the each passenger should book tour at least 3 weeks before departure date. Passenger may make reservation via email; however, seats will not be assigned until the deposit has been paid. At time of reservation, passenger may require to provide name, phone number and address and specify designated tour and date of travel.All seats are pre-assigned with numbers; seat assignment is based on a first come first serve basis after down payment.
  • Travel Documents
    Each passenger must carry a valid travel document. (Valid visa for countries needed) (E.g. Green Card, Passport, Re-Entry Permit, and etc.) Tour operator is not responsible for lost or stolen personal items.
  • Cancellation penalties per person (request day and departure day are not counted)
    30 days or more prior to departure - - 10% of total purchase amount..
    15-29 days or more prior to departure - 30% of total purchase amount.
    7-14 days prior to departure - 50% of total purchase amount.
    Within 6 days prior to departure - 100% of total purchase amount.
    Day of departure no show or late - 100% per person.
    Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
    Trips require a minimum number of participants to avoid cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel a scheduled trip to fully refund affected customers although tour companies will make every effort to maintain normal operations.
    The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
    NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds more than 30 days after completion of the tour.
  • Travel Insurance
    Tour operator is not responsible for any loss of or damage to personal items, or personal injury that may occur on or during the tour. It is optional that passengers to buy travel insurance, for more information, please consult your travel agent.
  • Itinerary Variations
    We constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.
  • Tour Cancellation
    We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure of the tour, Taketours only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking. We are not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.

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