Kashgar Group Tour How to Get to the Westernmost Village in China + Costs Recommended Itinerary and Price
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
Exploring China’s Westernmost Pure Land:In-Depth Travel Guide to Kashgar’s Westernmost Village
🌄 [Route Highlights:Dual Impact of Geography and Culture]
Hidden deep within the folds of the Pamir Plateau lies Simuhana Village, a geographical marker of China’s territory. Situated at an altitude of 2,900 meters, this multi-ethnic village is the last place in China to greet the sunrise and bid farewell to the sunset due to its location at 73°58′ east longitude. As eastern cities are already shrouded in darkness, the sunset here lingers atop the snow-capped mountains, creating the spectacle of the “last ray of sunlight.”
Core Itinerary Experiences:
▶ Tian Shan-Kunlun Convergence Landscape:In Wuqia County, the red Tian Shan and gray Kunlun Mountains converge in a “V” shape, forming a geological wonder. Recent 2026 observations reveal unique mineral content in the mountains here, resulting in a blue-purple gradient under the refraction of morning and evening light.
▶ Westernmost Landmark Cluster:The 3.5-meter-high Qingshi Westernmost Stele, the 19.99-meter-high Westernmost Tower, and Border Landscape No. 77 form a geographical coordinate matrix. A newly added 360° observation boardwalk in 2026 allows tourists to capture border scenery.
▶ Irkeshtam Port:This millennium-old post station is now a national first-class port, with customs clearance hours extended to 10:00-20:00 daily in 2026, allowing close observation of Sino-Kyrgyz trade.
▶ Simuhana Village Life Experience:Participate in traditional “Qomuz” singing and playing among multi-ethnic groups, taste kumis made with glacial water from the Kizilsu River, and experience the fusion of nomadic culture and modern tourism.
🚌 [Newly Planned Itinerary for 2026]
Day 1:Kashgar → Geological Wonder Belt → Westernmost Core Area
07:30 Assemble at Kashgar International Self-Drive and RV Camp (original valid documents required for permit processing)
08:00 Traverse the Danxia landform cluster of Wucai Mountain (the newly opened G581 bypass in 2026 shortens the journey by 40 minutes)
Exploring China’s Westernmost Pure Land: In-Depth Travel Guide to Kashgar’s Westernmost Village10:30 Shell Mountain Archaeological Experience:Participate in the excavation of ancient marine organism fossils newly discovered by the Chinese Academy of Sciences archaeological team in 2026 (advance reservation required)
12:00 Wuqia County Special Lunch:Taste the “Three Treasures of Kunlun” (snow lotus stewed free-range chicken, wild mushroom noodles, plateau naan)
14:00 Photography at Tian Shan-Kunlun Convergence Point:Utilize the newly available 800mm telephoto lens rental service in 2026
16:30 Simuhana Village Home Visit:Tour the multi-ethnic yurt museum and experience wool felt making
19:00 Westernmost Tower Sunset Ceremony:Participate in the border guard flag-raising ceremony and capture the “sunset hanging tower” spectacle with professional equipment
21:30 Return to Wuqia County for accommodation (the newly added starry sky tent camp in 2026 offers银河 (Milky Way) viewing)
Day 2:Border Culture Immersion Day (Optional)
09:00 Irkeshtam Port Observation:Watch cross-border cargo loading and unloading (submit review materials 3 working days in advance)
11:00 Border Landscape No. 77 Patrol Experience:Accompany border guards on a 2-kilometer patrol (limited to 10 people per group)
14:00 Visit the newly built “Pamir Ecology Museum” en route to learn about snow leopard conservation projects in 2026
18:00 Arrive in Kashgar (complimentary Kashgar Old City night tour guide service included)
💰 [Fee Description (Reference Prices for 2026)]
Basic Package:2,380 RMB per person (minimum 2 people to form a group)
🌄[Route Highlights: Dual Impact of Geography and Culture]Includes:
Transportation:19-seat business van (including fuel and toll fees)
Accommodation:1 night at a 3-star hotel in Wuqia County (breakfast included)
Admission:Westernmost Scenic Area combo ticket (including sightseeing bus)
Meals:3 lunches and 1 breakfast (lunch standard: 60 RMB per person)
Services:Professional tour leader + permit processing
Upgrade Package:3,180 RMB per person
New Additions:
Astrophotography guidance (equipped with Sony A7RM5 + 14-24mm lens)
Intangible cultural heritage handicraft experience among multi-ethnic groups
VIP port viewing passage
Special Notes:
1. Prices may increase by 15% during peak season (June-August), subject to contract confirmation
Hidden deep within the folds of the Pamir Plateau lies Simuhana Village, a geographical marker of China’s territory. Situated at an altitude of 2,900 meters, this multi-ethnic village is the last place in China to greet the sunrise and bid farewell to the sunset due to its location at 73°58′ east longitude. As eastern cities are already shrouded in darkness, the sunset here lingers atop the snow-capped mountains, creating the spectacle of the “last ray of sunlight.”2. Child price (under 1.2 meters): 1,580 RMB (excluding bed and admission)
3. Single travelers will be coordinated for room sharing; a 600 RMB/night supplement applies for single occupancy
4. Fees exclude: personal expenses, border insurance (30 RMB per person), photography equipment rental
📝 [Service Guarantee System]
1. Safety Escort:
Each group equipped with GPS tracking device + satellite phone
Established green channel with Wuqia County People’s Hospital
New altitude sickness warning system added in 2026
2. Cultural Respect:
Provide dedicated dining equipment
Arrange multi-ethnic cultural advisors to accompany the tour
Prohibit photography of border facilities and staff
Core Itinerary Experiences:3. Emergency Response:
Alternative route to “Kashgar Old City + Xiangfei Garden” available in extreme weather
Vehicle replacement with same model within 2 hours in case of breakdown
Tour leaders hold Red Cross first aid certificates
📞 [Registration Instructions]
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; provide:
1. Scanned copies of valid documents for all members
2. Emergency contact information
3. Health commitment form (signed)
4. Special dietary requirement descriptions
Contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for:
Real-time availability information
Latest epidemic prevention policies
▶ Tian Shan-Kunlun Convergence Landscape: In Wuqia County, the red Tian Shan and gray Kunlun Mountains converge in a “V” shape, forming a geological wonder. Recent 2026 observations reveal unique mineral content in the mountains here, resulting in a blue-purple gradient under the refraction of morning and evening light.Equipment Rental List
Customized Itinerary Options
📌 [Pre-Trip Recommended Checklist]
Documents:Original valid documents, permits (processed by travel agency)
Clothing:Hard shell jacket (25°C diurnal temperature difference on plateau), windproof face mask, high-top hiking boots
Devices:Power bank (3 daily consumptions), offline maps (no signal in some areas)
Medications:Portable oxygen tank (basic quantity provided by travel agency), motion sickness patches
Cash:Prepare 500 RMB in small change (cash recommended in some pastoral areas)
🌍 [Geography Classroom]
Simuhana Village Coordinates:39°73′ north latitude, 73°58′ east longitude
Time Difference with Beijing:3 hours and 27 minutes (actual sunset time around 23:15 in summer)
Geological Features:Located on the collision zone between the Eurasian and Indian plates, with annual crustal uplift of 8 mm
Ecological Value:Important node on the Central Asia-West Asia migratory bird route; 5 rare bird species including black stork newly recorded in 2026
This land interprets “supreme” in the most primitive way: when the sunset gilds the border scenery, when the songs of multi-ethnic groups echo through the valleys, when two premium mountain ranges converge before your eyes, all imaginations about distant lands will find their answers here. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency looks forward to embarking on this dual discovery journey of geography and culture with you.
Contact Manager Yang Jia at 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
