How Much Does It Cost to Join a Group Tour to Kashgar from Urumqi Including Transportation and Fees Recommended Itinerary and Price
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation.
Icon intro✨【Comprehensive Guide to In-Depth Kashgar Tour:7-Day Cultural and Natural Journey Starting from Urumqi】
I. Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or Destination: Kashgar – The Time Code of a Millennium-Old City
Kashgar, a historic city located in the southwest of Xinjiang, is an important node on the ancient Silk Road, integrating the cultural essence of various ethnic groups. In 2026, Kashgar will retain the vibrant atmosphere of a millennium-old city while also becoming a popular choice for in-depth travel enthusiasts due to the magnificent scenery of the Pamir Plateau.
【Core Highlights】
Kashgar Old City:A national 5A-level scenic spot with free access to the main street. The earth-yellow rammed earth building complex and labyrinthine streets and alleys form a unique landscape. The daily 10:30 ‘City Opening Ceremony’ showcases the customs of various ethnic groups through song and dance performances, and the cliff earthen buildings of the Gaotai Residential Area are a paradise for photography enthusiasts.
Pamir Plateau:Traveling along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway (G314), you can overlook the majestic posture of Muztagh Ata (elevation 7,546 meters), known as the ‘Father of Icebergs.’ The waters of Karakul Lake present a wonderful scene of blue and green intertwining with the changing light, while the white sand dunes of Baisha Lake contrast beautifully with the blue waters.
Culture of Various Ethnic Groups:In Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County (Tax County), you can visit the ruins of the Stone City, participate in home visits to various ethnic groups, and experience traditional activities such as eagle flute performances and yak goat snatching.
Border Scenery:You need to apply for a pass in advance (online reservation through the ‘Xinjiang Government Service’ mini-program) to visit the Khunjerab Pass (elevation 5,100 meters) and feel the chill and vastness of the ‘high plateau.’
II. Simple Itinerary: 7-Day Classic Loop Design
【Itinerary Framework】 (Optimized based on actual operational data in June 2026)
Day 1:Urumqi → Kashgar
Icon intro✨【Comprehensive Guide to In-Depth Kashgar Tour: 7-Day Cultural and Natural Journey Starting from Urumqi】Transportation:Direct flight to Kashgar (e.g., Urumqi Diwopu Airport → Kashgar Laining Airport, flight duration about 2 hours), or choose a flight with a stopover in Korla.
Activities:Upon arrival, check into a four-diamond hotel in downtown Kashgar, freely explore the night market at the East Gate of the old city, and taste special snacks such as roasted pigeon and pot meat.
Day 2:In-Depth Tour of Kashgar Old City
Morning:Participate in the old city opening ceremony, visit the Id Kah Mosque (admission 35 yuan), and listen to弹唱 (a form of traditional music) in a century-old teahouse.
Afternoon:Explore the Gaotai Residential Area (admission 30 yuan) and experience pottery making (intangible cultural heritage experience about 100 yuan/person).
Evening:Travel photography in Kashgar Old City (399 yuan/person including 1 set of clothing + 5 refined photos).
Day 3:Kashgar → Pamir Plateau
Transportation:Travel in a 7-seat business vehicle (including driver service fee, fuel fee, and toll fee) along the China-Pakistan Highway, a total distance of about 300 kilometers and a travel time of 6 hours.
Highlights:Pass by Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake, and enjoy afternoon tea at the foot of Muztagh Ata.
Accommodation:Oxygen-supplied hotel in Tax County (to alleviate altitude sickness, room rate about 600-1,000 yuan/room).
Day 4:Full-Day Exploration of the Pamir Plateau
I. Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or Destination: Kashgar – The Time Code of a Millennium-Old CityMorning:Photograph the sunrise at the ruins of the Stone City (admission + shuttle bus 110 yuan) and stroll through the Jincaotan Wetland.
Afternoon:Drive to the Wensu Road (take a photo with the sign ‘Today, I have walked through all the winding roads, and from now on, my life will be nothing but smooth sailing’) and experience the driving fun of more than 600 hairpin bends.
Evening:Return to Tax County and participate in a bonfire party with various ethnic groups (about 150 yuan/person).
Day 5:Pamir → Kashgar
Morning:Visit a folk village of various ethnic groups and watch an eagle flute performance.
Afternoon:Return to Kashgar, stopping at the Oytag Glacier Park along the way (admission 45 yuan).
Evening:Freely purchase souvenirs (almonds, dried figs, ethnic embroidery).
Day 6:Kashgar → Surrounding Cultural Experience
Morning:Visit the Xiangfei Garden (admission 120 yuan including performance) to learn about the legend of Xiangfei.
Afternoon:Visit the Kashgar Museum to systematically understand the history of the Western Regions.
Evening:Experience a medicinal mulberry bath of various ethnic groups (about 80 yuan/person).
Kashgar, a historic city located in the southwest of Xinjiang, is an important node on the ancient Silk Road, integrating the cultural essence of various ethnic groups. In 2026, Kashgar will retain the vibrant atmosphere of a millennium-old city while also becoming a popular choice for in-depth travel enthusiasts due to the magnificent scenery of the Pamir Plateau.Day 7:Kashgar → Urumqi
Morning:Free activities, recommended to visit the Kashgar Grand Bazaar (the largest comprehensive market in Central Asia).
Afternoon:Return according to flight schedule and end the itinerary.
III. Price Description: Transparent Cost Composition
【Reference Cost Range】 (Taking a small group of 6 people as an example, excluding round-trip major transportation)
Economy Type:5,500-6,500 yuan/person
Accommodation:3 nights in a four-diamond hotel in Kashgar + 1 night in an oxygen-supplied hotel in Tax County (standard room)
Transportation:7-seat business vehicle (average daily 1,200-1,500 yuan, including driver service fee)
Catering:6 breakfasts + 10 formal meals (including 4 special meals, about 800 yuan per person)
Admission Tickets:First admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary (about 300 yuan/person)
Services:Experienced guide + travel insurance + drone aerial photography
【Core Highlights】Comfort Type:7,000-8,500 yuan/person
Upgrade Items:Upgrade to a five-diamond hotel in Kashgar, add home visits to various ethnic groups and experience making intangible cultural heritage Atlas silk.
High-End Type:9,000 yuan+/person
Upgrade Items:Wild luxury campsite accommodation, exclusive photography guide, customized meals (such as plateau snow chrysanthemum banquet).
【Cost Description】
Prices may fluctuate due to season, vehicle type, and hotel room type, and shall be subject to the contract signed by both parties.
Children’s Fees:Children under 1.2 meters are exempt from admission tickets and breakfast, including vehicle seat fee and insurance; those who exceed the height but are under 12 years old need to supplement admission tickets of 320 yuan + breakfast fee of 210 yuan, and if they need to occupy a bed, supplement bed fee of 1,500 yuan (discounted group period) or 1,800 yuan (regular group period).
Single Registration:We will try our best to coordinate room sharing, and special circumstances need to be negotiated separately.
IV. Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency and consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for specific departure dates and remaining seat information.
V. Cost Description and Service Description
Kashgar Old City: A national 5A-level scenic spot with free access to the main street. The earth-yellow rammed earth building complex and labyrinthine streets and alleys form a unique landscape. The daily 10:30 ‘City Opening Ceremony’ showcases the customs of various ethnic groups through song and dance performances, and the cliff earthen buildings of the Gaotai Residential Area are a paradise for photography enthusiasts.Cost Includes:Accommodation, meals, vehicle use, admission tickets, guide services, insurance, and complimentary items (such as travel photography and aerial photography).
Cost Excludes:Round-trip major transportation, personal consumption, and self-funded items not indicated in the itinerary.
Service Guarantees:
Vehicle Qualification:The license plate number and the number of the Road Transport Certificate are clearly marked in the contract, and vehicles without operating qualifications are rejected.
Scenic Spot Reservation:Popular scenic spots such as Kanas and Tianshan Tianchi need to be reserved 1-3 days in advance, and the travel agency will assist in the operation.
Emergency Support:Each group is equipped with a first aid kit, and spare oxygen cylinders are provided for high-altitude itineraries.
The specifics shall be subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Prices and remaining seats shall be subject to the contract or confirmation on the day and may fluctuate with the departure date.
VI. Special Tips for Summer 2026
Weather and Equipment:Kashgar has large temperature differences between day and night in summer, so it is necessary to bring a thin down jacket; the Pamir Plateau has strong ultraviolet rays, so it is recommended to equip with SPF50+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat.
Policy Changes:When visiting border areas, you need to carry valid identification documents with you, and aerial photography is prohibited in some areas (subject to on-site prompts).
Altitude Sickness:Tax County has an elevation of about 3,000 meters. It is recommended to take Rhodiola in advance and avoid strenuous exercise.
【Conclusion】
In 2026, Kashgar will have both the profoundness of a millennium-old city and the wildness of the Pamir Plateau. Choose Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency and let our professional team plan an in-depth trip for you that is ‘not rushing, not settling, and not stepping into pits.’ Take action immediately, secure seats for the peak season, and start your exploration journey to the Western Regions!
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation.
