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🚗 Want to see snow-capped mountains, lakes, ancient cities, and deserts all in one trip? Starting from Kashgar, renting a car with a driver and slowly traveling along the roads of Southern Xinjiang is a great choice. This guide breaks down the customized car rental tour from Kashgar in Southern Xinjiang from a ‘transparent consumption’ perspective, helping you clarify routes, itineraries, prices, and precautions, so you can set off with confidence.
🗺 ️ Detailed Routes and Destinations
1. Kashgar: Gateway and Starting Point of Southern Xinjiang 🕌
Kashgar is the transportation and cultural center of Southern Xinjiang and the common starting point for many routes. The old city’s streets and alleys crisscross, with attractions like Id Kah Mosque, the Century-Old Tea House, and the Craftsmen’s Bazaar, perfect for a leisurely half-day visit. It’s also a great place to taste authentic Xinjiang cuisine, such as baked buns, pilaf, lamb skewers, and big plate chicken, all found in small eateries in the old city.
2. Pamir Plateau: A Feast of Snow Mountains and Lakes 🏔️
Starting from Kashgar, head southwest along G314 (China-Pakistan Friendship Highway) to enter the Pamir Plateau. Along the way, you’ll pass the Oytak Red Valley, where the mountains appear reddish-brown under the sun, contrasting sharply with the green vegetation. Continuing on, the白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) with its ‘half white sand, half lake’ scenery is very photogenic, with sand dunes by the lake complementing the distant snow mountains. Further ahead is Karakul Lake, which on clear days reflects the silhouette of Muztagh Ata, the ‘Father of Glaciers.’ Many tourists choose白沙湖 and Karakul Lake as a day trip destination, returning to Kashgar the same day.
3. Tashkurgan County (Taxkorgan): Tajik Culture on the Plateau 🐎
Tashkurgan County is located on the Pamir Plateau, with an average altitude of about 3,000 meters. Nearby attractions include the Tahman Wetland, the Stone Fortress, and the Golden Grassland. The Stone Fortress is an important site on the ancient Silk Road; climbing its walls offers a panoramic view of the Golden Grassland wetland, with rivers winding through the grasslands and snow-capped mountains in the distance. The local Tajik people are warm and hospitable; you can experience a Tajik home visit and taste specialties like yak meat and milk wine.
4. Panlong Ancient Road: Experience the Curves of a Viral Highway 🌄
The Panlong Ancient Road, near Tashkurgan County, is famous for its numerous S-curves, with over 600 bends. The sign at the top reading ‘Today I’ve walked all the bends’ is a popular photo spot, perfect for highway photography. Note that the road is at a high altitude with many curves, which can cause motion sickness; it’s advisable to prepare motion sickness medication and avoid staring at the fast-moving scenery outside the window.
5. Desert Highway and Taklamakan Desert: Crossing the ‘Sea of Death’ 🏜️
From Tazhong, you can enter the Taklamakan Desert to experience its vastness. Along the way, you’ll see endless sand dunes; in autumn (October-November), the poplar forests turn yellow, creating a spectacular view. Camping in Tazhong is a popular choice, allowing you to lie on the dunes at night and watch the Milky Way spill over the sand. Note that the desert has large temperature differences between day and night and strong UV rays, so sun protection and warmth are necessary.
6. Korla and Lop Nur Village: Where Desert Meets Lake 🌳
Korla is an important city in Southern Xinjiang, from where you can visit Lop Nur Village. Located on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, this themed scenic area offers a combination of desert, lake, and poplar forests, along with activities like sand sliding.
7. Kuqa and Tianshan Grand Canyon: Geological Wonders of Red Canyons 🏞️

🚗 Want to see snow-capped mountains, lakes, ancient cities, and deserts all in one trip? Starting from Kashgar, renting a car with a driver and slowly traveling along the roads of Southern Xinjiang is a great choice. This guide breaks down the customized car rental tour from Kashgar in Southern Xinjiang from a ‘transparent consumption’ perspective, helping you clarify routes, itineraries, prices, and precautions, so you can set off with confidence.Kuqa is a historic and cultural city in Southern Xinjiang, with attractions like the Kuqa Old City and Bazaar. From Kuqa, you can visit the Tianshan Grand Canyon, where red rock layers have been eroded by wind and water over millions of years, forming unique fold landscapes perfect for photography. The Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves are one of Xinjiang’s important Buddhist cave sites, carved earlier than the Mogao Caves, with murals and sculptures of high artistic value.
8. Wensu Grand Canyon: Martian-like Yardang Landforms 🪐
Wensu Grand Canyon, located in Aksu Prefecture, is known as a ‘living geological history book.’ The yardang landforms inside have been shaped by wind erosion over millions of years into various strange forms, some like castles, mushrooms, or animals, ideal for sci-fi-style photos. The golden sunset is a highlight of Wensu Grand Canyon, with the evening sun casting a glow on the red rock walls, creating a spectacular scene.
9. Atush Heavenly Gate: A Natural Stone Arch 🚪
Atush Heavenly Gate, located in Atush City, is a natural stone arch about 2,900 meters high, known as the ‘Gate of Heaven.’ Standing under the arch, you can overlook the canyon and distant mountains, a breathtaking view. It’s one of Southern Xinjiang’s lesser-known attractions, with fewer tourists, suitable for those who enjoy quiet and photography.
🗓 ️ Sample Itineraries
1. Kashgar + Pamir Plateau 3-Day Tour (Classic Route)
Day 1:Kashgar → White Sand Lake → Karakul Lake → Tashkurgan County
Depart from Kashgar in the morning, head along G314 to White Sand Lake, spend 1-2 hours, then continue to Karakul Lake to photograph the reflection of Muztagh Ata, arriving in Tashkurgan County in the evening for check-in.
Day 2:Tashkurgan County → Tahman Wetland → Stone Fortress → Golden Grassland → Panlong Ancient Road → Tashkurgan County
Head to Tahman Wetland in the morning to enjoy the sunrise wetland scenery, then visit the Stone Fortress and Golden Grassland. In the afternoon, experience the curves of Panlong Ancient Road, returning to Tashkurgan County in the evening.
Day 3:Tashkurgan County → Karakul Lake → White Sand Lake → Kashgar
Depart from Tashkurgan County in the morning, return to Kashgar along the same route, enjoying the views of White Sand Lake and Karakul Lake again, arriving in Kashgar in the afternoon to end the tour.
2. Kashgar + Pamir Plateau + Tasha Ancient Road 5-Day Tour (In-Depth Route)
Day 1:Kashgar → Oytak Red Valley → White Sand Lake → Karakul Lake → Tashkurgan County
Depart from Kashgar in the morning, visit Oytak Red Valley, then head to White Sand Lake and Karakul Lake, arriving in Tashkurgan County in the evening.

🗺️ Detailed Routes and DestinationsDay 2:Tashkurgan County → Wakhan Corridor → Khunjerab Pass → Panlong Ancient Road → Bandir Blue Lake → Tashkurgan County
Head to the Wakhan Corridor in the morning to learn about its history and culture, then go to Khunjerab Pass (permit required in advance). In the afternoon, experience Panlong Ancient Road and visit Bandir Blue Lake, returning to Tashkurgan County in the evening.
Day 3:Tashkurgan County → Stone Fortress → Golden Grassland → Tahman Wetland → Tashkurgan County
Visit the Stone Fortress and Golden Grassland in the morning to see the Silk Road ruins and wetland scenery, then spend the afternoon at Tahman Wetland, returning to Tashkurgan County in the evening.
Day 4:Tashkurgan County → Tasha Ancient Road → Shache
Depart from Tashkurgan County in the morning, enter the Tasha Ancient Road (check road conditions), experience its mystery and tranquility, arrive in Shache in the afternoon, and visit the Shache Old City.
Day 5:Shache → Dawakun Desert → Kashgar
Depart from Shache in the morning, head to Dawakun Desert for desert activities, return to Kashgar in the afternoon to end the tour.
3. Kashgar + Southern Xinjiang Loop 10-Day Tour (Panoramic Route)
Day 1:Kashgar → White Sand Lake → Karakul Lake → Tashkurgan County
Same as Day 1 of the 3-day tour.
Day 2:Tashkurgan County → Panlong Ancient Road → Bandir Blue Lake → Tashkurgan County
Same as Day 2 of the 5-day tour.
Day 3:Tashkurgan County → Tahman Wetland → Stone Fortress → Golden Grassland → Tashkurgan County
Same as Day 3 of the 5-day tour.
Day 4:Tashkurgan County → Tasha Ancient Road → Shache

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1. Kashgar: Gateway and Starting Point of Southern Xinjiang 🕌Same as Day 4 of the 5-day tour.
Day 5:Shache → Dawakun Desert → Korla
Same as Day 5 of the 5-day tour, then head to Korla for check-in.
Day 6:Korla → Lop Nur Village → Kuqa
Depart from Korla in the morning, visit Lop Nur Village, then head to Kuqa in the afternoon to explore the Kuqa Old City.
Day 7:Kuqa → Tianshan Grand Canyon → Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves → Aral
Depart from Kuqa in the morning, visit Tianshan Grand Canyon, then head to Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves, arriving in Aral in the afternoon.
Day 8:Aral → Wensu Grand Canyon → Aksu
Depart from Aral in the morning, visit Wensu Grand Canyon to enjoy the red canyon and sunset, arrive in Aksu in the afternoon.
Day 9:Aksu → Atush Heavenly Gate → Kashgar
Depart from Aksu in the morning, visit Atush Heavenly Gate, return to Kashgar in the afternoon.
Day 10:Kashgar → Kashgar Old City → Departure
Free time in Kashgar Old City in the morning for shopping, then depart according to flight/train schedule.
💰 Price Explanation
1. Kashgar → Tashkurgan County Customized Car Rental Price

Kashgar is the transportation and cultural center of Southern Xinjiang and the common starting point for many routes. The old city’s streets and alleys crisscross, with attractions like Id Kah Mosque, the Century-Old Tea House, and the Craftsmen’s Bazaar, perfect for a leisurely half-day visit. It’s also a great place to taste authentic Xinjiang cuisine, such as baked buns, pilaf, lamb skewers, and big plate chicken, all found in small eateries in the old city.5-7 Seat SUV:Approximately 800-1500 RMB/day (reference price, subject to customer service quote).
7-Seat Minivan:Approximately 800-1200 RMB/day (reference price, subject to customer service quote).
2. Kashgar → Tashkurgan County 3-Day Tour Price
Approximately 2500-3500 RMB per person (includes customized car rental, accommodation, some tickets, guide service, subject to contract).
3. Kashgar → Tashkurgan County 5-Day Tour Price
Approximately 4500-6000 RMB per person (includes customized car rental, accommodation, most tickets, guide, some meals, subject to contract).
4. Southern Xinjiang Loop 10-Day Tour Price
Approximately 1000-3000 RMB per person (includes customized car rental, accommodation, some tickets, guide service, subject to contract).
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, contact phone: 181-3962-2233 (WeChat same number). When registering, provide the number of travelers, trip duration, departure date, vehicle type requirements, etc., and the agency will provide a detailed itinerary and quote based on your needs.
📝 Fee and Service Explanation
1. Fees Included
Customized Car Rental Fee:Includes fuel, tolls, and driver’s salary.
Accommodation Fee:Includes hotel or homestay accommodation as per itinerary.
Ticket Fee:Includes first admission tickets for scenic spots in the itinerary.
Guide Service:Includes professional guide commentary (optional for some routes).

2. Pamir Plateau: A Feast of Snow Mountains and Lakes 🏔️Some Meals:Some routes include breakfast or main meals (subject to contract).
2. Fees Not Included
Round-trip Transportation:Airfare, train tickets to Kashgar are at your own expense.
Personal Expenses:Such as consumption, entertainment, extra meals, etc.
Driver’s Meals and Accommodation:Some routes require tourists to cover the driver’s meals and accommodation (subject to contract).
Permit Processing:Permits for places like Khunjerab Pass are at your own expense.
3. Service Explanation
Driver Qualifications:All drivers have legal qualifications and extensive high-altitude driving experience, familiar with Southern Xinjiang road conditions.
Vehicle Condition:All vehicles are legal tourist vehicles, regularly maintained, in good condition.
Itinerary Changes:In case of force majeure factors like weather, road conditions, or policies, the itinerary can be reasonably changed by mutual agreement.
Transparent Consumption:All fees are clearly marked with no hidden costs, subject to actual consultation and contract.
⚠ ️ Precautions
1. Altitude Sickness: Tashkurgan County is at about 3,000 meters altitude; some tourists may experience altitude sickness. Prepare anti-altitude sickness medication in advance and avoid strenuous exercise.
2. Sun Protection and Warmth: Southern Xinjiang has strong UV rays and large temperature differences between day and night. Take sun protection (SPF50+ sunscreen, hat, sunglasses) and warmth measures (windproof jacket, thermal underwear).
3. Permits: Permits are required for places like Khunjerab Pass; it’s recommended to apply in Kashgar in advance to avoid delays.
4. Respect Local Customs: Southern Xinjiang is a multi-ethnic area; respect local customs, such as not photographing locals without permission and not entering cultural sites inappropriately.
5. Driving: Sections like Panlong Ancient Road have many curves and high altitude, prone to motion sickness. Prepare motion sickness medication and avoid staring at fast-moving scenery outside the window.
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