2026 6 Day Southern Xinjiang Bestie Travel Photography with Private Car Bandier Blue Lake, Stone City, Plateau Meadow Car Rental Price and Recommended Itinerary Cost

Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation.

Fun Tour in Southern Xinjiang:Customized 6-Day Bestie Travel Photography Trip with Vehicle Rental: Explore Bandir Blue Lake and the Stone City
(Icon: ✨) Want to take a spontaneous trip to Southern Xinjiang with your bestie? Chase the wind on the vast plateau meadows, capture your reflections by the deep blue Bandir Blue Lake, and feel the weight of history at the ancient Stone City… This guide will take you on an unforgettable 6-day customized bestie travel photography trip with vehicle rental in Southern Xinjiang.
Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or Destination
Southern Xinjiang, a land full of mystery and charm, boasts unique natural landscapes and a profound historical and cultural heritage. This 6-day customized bestie travel photography trip with vehicle rental will focus on several iconic attractions in Southern Xinjiang.
Bandir Blue Lake, like a sapphire set on the plateau, presents a deep and captivating blue. The color of the lake continuously changes with the light. Under different weather conditions, the blue lake showcases different beauties—sparkling in the sunshine and appearing more mysterious and profound on cloudy days. Surrounded by continuous snow-capped mountains and vast grasslands, it forms a stunning picture with the blue lake. This place is not only a paradise for photography enthusiasts but also an excellent spot for besties to create wonderful memories.

Fun Tour in Southern Xinjiang: Customized 6-Day Bestie Travel Photography Trip with Vehicle Rental: Explore Bandir Blue Lake and the Stone CityThe Stone City, an ancient castle, has witnessed the historical changes of Southern Xinjiang. Located on the Pamir Plateau, it was once an important post station on the ancient Silk Road. The castle walls, built with huge stones, remain as sturdy as ever after years of weathering. Standing on the castle, overlooking the surrounding mountains, rivers, and villages, one can almost travel through time and feel the prosperity and bustle of the past. Here, besties can dress in ethnic costumes and take a set of photos full of historical sense, creating eternal memories.
Plateau meadows are another characteristic landscape of Southern Xinjiang. During the journey, you will traverse vast plateau meadows where green grass carpets the ground, wildflowers bloom, and herds of cattle and sheep graze leisurely. In the distance, snow-capped mountains shine with silver light under the sun, contrasting beautifully with the blue sky and white clouds. Besties can run and play freely on the grasslands, feel the tranquility and beauty of nature, and take a set of vibrant photos.
Simple Itinerary
Day 1:Urumqi – Kashgar
Depart from Urumqi and arrive in Kashgar by plane. After arrival, check into the hotel and rest for a while. In the evening, besties can stroll through the streets and alleys of Kashgar Old City, feeling the unique charm of this ancient city. Kashgar Old City is filled with a strong cultural atmosphere of various ethnic groups, with ethnic-style buildings lining the streets and shops filled with various handicrafts and special delicacies. Here, you can taste authentic Kashgar cuisine such as baked buns, pilaf, and grilled lamb skewers, starting a food journey.

(Icon: ✨) Want to take a spontaneous trip to Southern Xinjiang with your bestie? Chase the wind on the vast plateau meadows, capture your reflections by the deep blue Bandir Blue Lake, and feel the weight of history at the ancient Stone City… This guide will take you on an unforgettable 6-day customized bestie travel photography trip with vehicle rental in Southern Xinjiang.Day 2:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Taxkorgan County
After breakfast, take the customized vehicle to Baisha Lake. The water of Baisha Lake is crystal clear, surrounded by white sand dunes. Under the sunlight, the sand dunes and the lake reflect each other, forming a unique landscape. Besties can take photos by the lake and appreciate this beautiful natural scenery. Next, head to Karakul Lake, a high-altitude glacial erosion and moraine lake. The color of the lake changes with the light, sometimes deep blue and sometimes emerald green. Surrounded by the majestic Muztagh Ata Peak, whose snow never melts throughout the year, it complements the lake beautifully. Here, besties can freely capture the beautiful scenery of the lake and mountains. In the evening, arrive in Taxkorgan County and check into the hotel for rest.
Day 3:Taxkorgan County – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Bandir Blue Lake
After breakfast, head to the Stone City. On the Stone City, besties can dress in ethnic costumes and take a set of photos with a historical sense. After that, go to the Golden Grassland, a wetland meadow. Under the sunlight, the grass presents a golden color, forming a beautiful picture with the distant snow-capped mountains and blue sky. Besties can stroll and take photos on the grassland, feeling the tranquility and beauty of nature. In the afternoon, head to Bandir Blue Lake, one of the key attractions of this trip. Upon arrival, besties can choose different angles by the lake to capture the beautiful moments of the blue lake under different lights. You can take close-ups of the lake water to show its deep blue or panoramic views of the lake and surrounding scenery to showcase the grandeur of nature.
Day 4:Bandir Blue Lake – Panlong Ancient Road – Kashgar

Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or DestinationAfter breakfast, drive along the Panlong Ancient Road. Panlong Ancient Road is a winding road, like a giant dragon perched among the mountains, with breathtaking scenery along the way. Besties can appreciate the beautiful scenery outside the window in the car or choose to stop at suitable locations to take photos and keep memories. After that, return to Kashgar, check into the hotel, and rest. In the evening, besties can visit Kashgar’s night market, taste various special snacks, and buy some souvenirs.
Day 5:Kashgar City Tour
On this day, besties can have free activities in Kashgar city. You can visit the Kashgar Museum to learn about the history, culture, and the development process of various ethnic groups in Southern Xinjiang; or go to the Fragrant Concubine’s Garden to feel the charm of this legendary garden. During the city tour, besties can continue to take some photos with city characteristics to record this wonderful time.
Day 6:Kashgar – Urumqi
After breakfast, check out of the hotel, go to the airport, and take the plane back to Urumqi, ending this unforgettable 6-day customized bestie travel photography trip with vehicle rental in Southern Xinjiang.

Southern Xinjiang, a land full of mystery and charm, boasts unique natural landscapes and a profound historical and cultural heritage. This 6-day customized bestie travel photography trip with vehicle rental will focus on several iconic attractions in Southern Xinjiang.Price Description
The price of this 6-day customized bestie travel photography trip with vehicle rental in Southern Xinjiang will be affected by various factors, such as the choice of vehicle model, specific itinerary arrangements, and whether it includes the driver’s accommodation. Generally, if you choose an ordinary 7-seat business vehicle, the average daily cost is about 1200-1800 yuan, including basic expenses such as vehicle rental fees, fuel costs, and toll fees. If you choose a more high-end model, such as a luxury 7-seat first-class business vehicle, the average daily cost may exceed 2000 yuan.
In addition, the accommodation expenses during the itinerary will also vary depending on the hotel’s grade. In Kashgar and Taxkorgan County, you can choose hotels of different star ratings, ranging from budget hotels to high-end hotels. The price of a budget hotel per night is about 200-300 yuan, while the price of a high-end hotel may exceed 500 yuan.
Ticket fees are also part of the travel cost. Tickets are required for attractions such as Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, and the Stone City, with prices ranging from tens to hundreds of yuan. The specific prices shall prevail as announced by the scenic spot on the day.
It should be noted that the above price recommendations are for reference only, and the actual prices may fluctuate due to factors such as seasons and market supply and demand. The final price shall be subject to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.

Bandir Blue Lake, like a sapphire set on the plateau, presents a deep and captivating blue. The color of the lake continuously changes with the light. Under different weather conditions, the blue lake showcases different beauties—sparkling in the sunshine and appearing more mysterious and profound on cloudy days. Surrounded by continuous snow-capped mountains and vast grasslands, it forms a stunning picture with the blue lake. This place is not only a paradise for photography enthusiasts but also an excellent spot for besties to create wonderful memories.Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Consult Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, to learn more detailed information about this 6-day customized bestie travel photography trip with vehicle rental in Southern Xinjiang, including itinerary arrangements, prices, and vehicle model choices.
Fee Description and Service Description
The fees usually include vehicle rental fees, fuel costs, toll fees, parking fees, and the driver’s labor remuneration. Some packages may also include services such as assistance in booking scenic spot tickets.
The expenses not included generally include tourists’ personal consumption, such as dining and shopping; additional expenses caused by force majeure factors such as weather and policies; and the expenses incurred when a single person registers and cannot be coordinated to share a room (our agency will try our best to coordinate room sharing for single registrants, and special circumstances require separate negotiation).
In terms of services, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency will provide vehicles with legal tourism operation qualifications. All drivers have many years of local driving experience in Xinjiang and are familiar with road conditions and scenic spot opening hours. The itinerary can be slightly adjusted through consultation with the driver before departure or during the journey based on actual weather, physical conditions, and points of interest. In case of force majeure factors such as extreme weather, road controls, and temporary scenic spot closures, both parties can reasonably change the itinerary after reaching a consensus. The specifics shall be subject to actual consultation and contracting.
Southern Xinjiang, a charming land, is waiting for besties to explore and discover. Come and start this unforgettable 6-day customized bestie travel photography trip with vehicle rental in Southern Xinjiang and create wonderful memories for yourselves!

Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation.