12 Day Private Car Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang Cultural Experience, Explore Kashgar Grand Bazaar, Feel the Silk Road Market Vibes, Real Time Quotes for Convenient Online Booking Recommended Itinerary Price

Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send the itinerary and quotation.

Explore the Northern and Southern Xinjiang along the Silk Road:A Comprehensive 12-Day Custom Vehicle Itinerary for In-Depth Cultural Exploration
[Route Highlights:Traverse the Millennium Silk Road, Unlock the Cultural Codes of Northern and Southern Xinjiang]
This 12-day custom vehicle itinerary focuses on “cultural experience,” connecting the three major cultural hubs of Kashgar, Ili, and Turpan, covering diverse scenes such as ancient cities, bazaars, intangible cultural heritage workshops, and millennium-old ruins. The itinerary avoids conventional checkpoints and delves into ethnic minority communities, allowing tourists to live like locals through flexible arrangements with custom vehicles—listening to artisans hammer copper in the alleys of Kashgar’s old town, watching local herders move their flocks along the Ili River, and learning to dry raisins in Turpan’s Grape Valley, experiencing the vibrant market atmosphere along the Silk Road.
[Simple Itinerary:Key Daily Arrangements]
(The following itinerary is organized based on real-time transportation and scenic area policies in 2026. Reasonable changes can be made to the itinerary upon mutual agreement.)
Days 1-3:Initial Exploration of Kashgar’s Culture
Key Experiences:
Opening Ceremony of Kashgar Ancient City (daily at 10:00, beside the High Platform Residential Area)
Explanation of Id Kah Mosque’s Intangible Cultural Heritage (requires reservation 1 day in advance)
In-Depth Exploration and Dining at Kashgar Grand Bazaar:Recommended: Roasted Baozi stall beside the “Century-Old Teahouse” (5 yuan each), Handmade Pottery Workshop in Pottery Lane (pottery-making experience available)
Overnight in a characteristic homestay within the ancient city, participate in a family dinner with ethnic groups (requires reservation 3 days in advance)

Explore the Northern and Southern Xinjiang along the Silk Road: A Comprehensive 12-Day Custom Vehicle Itinerary for In-Depth Cultural ExplorationDays 4-6:Extended Cultural Exploration of the Pamir Plateau
Key Experiences:
Interaction with local ethnic groups by Baisha Lake (milking participation available in summer)
Explanation of the Shitoucheng Ruins (professional guides available daily at 11:00/15:00)
Watch the Eagle Dance performance at the Taxkorgan County Intangible Cultural Heritage Center (every Wednesday and Saturday afternoon)
Special Arrangement:Stay overnight with a local family and learn to make “Kurdak” (traditional lamb pilaf)
Days 7-9:Cultural Stroll through the Ili River Valley
Key Experiences:
Observation of local herders’ migration on the Kalajun Grassland (May-June is the migration season, route confirmation required in advance)
Experience intangible cultural heritage fabric dyeing at the Huocheng Lavender Manor (optimal bloom in July)
Visit Russian craftsmen in Yining’s Liuxing Street (customizable iron art souvenirs available)
Hidden Play:Find a local guide in Tekes Bagua City to explore undeveloped centuries-old sites

[Route Highlights: Traverse the Millennium Silk Road, Unlock the Cultural Codes of Northern and Southern Xinjiang]Days 10-12:Silk Road Memories in Turpan
Key Experiences:
Night Tour of Jiaohe Ancient City (new project in 2026, requires reservation)
Field investigation at the Flaming Mountains Karez Museum (irrigation system demonstration daily at 14:00)
Learn to dry raisins at a Grape Valley farmer’s house (September-October is the drying season)
Special Arrangement:Participate in a “Document Restoration” experience class at the Turpan Museum (requires registration 1 week in advance)
[Price Explanation:Reference Information for 2026]
Basic Custom Vehicle Cost (12 days):
5-Seater Car:Approximately 12,000-15,000 yuan per vehicle (including fuel, tolls, and driver service fees)
7-Seater Business Vehicle:Approximately 18,000-22,000 yuan per vehicle (suitable for 4-6 person families)
Cost Includes:
Professional driver and guide services (familiar with ethnic cultural customs)

This 12-day custom vehicle itinerary focuses on “cultural experience,” connecting the three major cultural hubs of Kashgar, Ili, and Turpan, covering diverse scenes such as ancient cities, bazaars, intangible cultural heritage workshops, and millennium-old ruins. The itinerary avoids conventional checkpoints and delves into ethnic minority communities, allowing tourists to live like locals through flexible arrangements with custom vehicles—listening to artisans hammer copper in the alleys of Kashgar’s old town, watching local herders move their flocks along the Ili River, and learning to dry raisins in Turpan’s Grape Valley, experiencing the vibrant market atmosphere along the Silk Road.Vehicle usage fees and basic insurance
First admission tickets to attractions within the itinerary (some experience projects are at one’s own expense)
Cost Excludes:
Meals (driver’s meal expenses are shared by tourists, approximately 50 yuan per day)
Special experience projects (such as family dinners, intangible cultural heritage handicrafts, etc., ranging from 200-500 yuan per person)
Personal travel insurance (recommended to purchase independently)
Price Fluctuation Notice:Custom vehicle costs may vary with fuel prices and seasons, subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
[Registration Method]
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, which provides an exclusive consultation channel for the “12-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Cultural Custom Vehicle Tour.” When registering, please provide:
Number of travelers and age distribution
Special needs (such as dietary restrictions, accessibility facilities, etc.)
Expected travel date (requires confirmation 30 days in advance, 60 days in advance during peak season)

[Simple Itinerary: Key Daily Arrangements][Cost Explanation and Service Description]
Cost Includes:
Vehicle Usage:Fully licensed tourist vehicles equipped with first aid kits and car chargers
Driver Services:Local drivers with over 10 years of driving experience, familiar with ethnic cultural taboos
Insurance Services:Travel agency liability insurance (recommended that tourists supplement with accident insurance)
Cost Excludes:
Round-trip major transportation (airfare/train tickets)
Out-of-itinerary self-funded projects
Additional expenses due to force majeure factors (such as road closures and detours)
Service Standards:
Daily itinerary duration does not exceed 10 hours (including rest)
Each vehicle is equipped with mineral water and emergency medicine

(The following itinerary is organized based on real-time transportation and scenic area policies in 2026. Reasonable changes can be made to the itinerary upon mutual agreement.) The driver’s daily work does not exceed 12 hours, driving with utmost effort
Subject to actual consultation and contract signing, reasonable changes to service content can be made upon mutual agreement.
[Special Reminders]
Cultural Respect:The itinerary involves multiple ethnic minority communities. Please do not randomly photograph local residents; consent must be obtained in advance if photography is desired.
Seasonal Suitability:
March-April:Apricot blossoms bloom on the Pamir Plateau, but some mountain roads may have snow
July-August:Ili’s grasslands are at their most beautiful, but accommodations must be booked in advance
October-November:Golden period for poplar forests in Southern Xinjiang, with a surge in demand for custom vehicles
Policy Changes:Passes are required for some border areas (such as Taxkorgan County), and the travel agency can assist with the application process.
[Real Tourist Feedback]
“At Kashgar Grand Bazaar, the driver took us to an 80-year-old copperware shop. The teapot hammered out by the master craftsman on site was half the price of those sold at scenic spots!” — Ms. Li, tourist from the May 2026 tour
“I was worried that the custom vehicle tour would be boring, but the driver brother told ethnic legends all the way, even the kids were fascinated.” — Mr. Wang, tourist from the July 2026 tour
Consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for the latest schedule and availability information (prices and availability are subject to contract confirmation and may fluctuate with tour dates). Let our professional team customize a “Warm Silk Road Cultural Journey” for you!

Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send the itinerary and quotation.