Details of Charter Bus Fees for Southern Xinjiang Travel Recommended Itinerary for Shache and Hotan Special Route Prices

Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send the itinerary and quotation.

🚗 2026 Southern Xinjiang: Yarkant and Hotan Custom Vehicle Travel Guide for Special Routes
Many tourists visiting Southern Xinjiang, tired of the crowds on popular routes, seek a relaxed itinerary that allows them to immerse in local life. The custom vehicle route from Yarkant to Hotan is an excellent choice. This route doesn’t require catching public transport schedules; you can stay as long as you like at preferred spots without adhering to a fixed itinerary. Whether traveling with family or friends, you’ll enjoy a comfortable experience.
📍 Detailed Introduction to the Route and Destinations
This special route connects Yarkant and Hotan, two important cities in Southern Xinjiang, covering a total distance of approximately 326 kilometers with a normal driving time of about 4 hours. Along the way, you’ll pass through the Turpan-Hotan Expressway and Xisha Line, with scenery transitioning from oasis streets to Gobi deserts. Occasionally, you’ll see scattered poplar trees and local villages by the roadside, offering picturesque views with a strong northwestern regional flavor.

🚗 2026 Southern Xinjiang: Yarkant and Hotan Custom Vehicle Travel Guide for Special Routes. Yarkant, a city in Southern Xinjiang that retains a strong native living atmosphere, features old town streets with minimal commercial development. Walking along, you can see children chasing each other after school, small shops displaying freshly baked naan and steaming pilaf, and local residents chatting in the sun outside their doors, creating a very leisurely atmosphere. The Yarkant Khan’s Mausoleum in the city carries centuries of local history and culture, with architectural details showcasing exquisite traditional craftsmanship. Interested tourists can take their time to explore and learn about the relevant historical background. The region also boasts the centuries-old Twelve Mukam art, with many local residents gathering to play and sing during their leisure time. If you happen to be there, you can stop and listen to a segment to experience the charm of traditional art.
Hotan is an important node on the ancient Silk Road. The Yotkan Ancient City here reproduces the traditional residential style of the ancient Khotan Kingdom, with white walls paired with blue doors and windows, and exquisite and vivid carvings on the building columns. Walking through the city’s streets, you can almost feel the bustling atmosphere of trade from a thousand years ago. The ancient city also features a dedicated food street and handicraft shops, where you can taste traditional snacks and find unique handicrafts. Hotan’s night market is also a must-visit, offering a variety of specialties such as roast whole lamb, three eggs with one star, and pot meat, all in generous portions and authentic flavors.
The advantage of taking this route with a custom vehicle is the high degree of freedom. If you see beautiful scenery along the way and it’s in an allowed parking area, you can communicate with the driver to stop and take photos without worrying about missing the scenery or having to transfer with your luggage on public transport. It’s also very friendly for tourists traveling with elders or children.
📅 Simple 4-Day, 3-Night Itinerary

Many tourists visiting Southern Xinjiang, tired of the crowds on popular routes, seek a relaxed itinerary that allows them to immerse in local life. The custom vehicle route from Yarkant to Hotan is an excellent choice. This route doesn’t require catching public transport schedules; you can stay as long as you like at preferred spots without adhering to a fixed itinerary. Whether traveling with family or friends, you’ll enjoy a comfortable experience.Day 1: Arrive in Yarkant. After checking in, take some rest to recover from the journey. For lunch, find a local eatery to try specialties like roast pigeon and pilaf. In the afternoon, visit the Yarkant Khan’s Mausoleum to learn about local history and culture. In the evening, take a leisurely stroll through the old town’s streets and sit in a local teahouse to experience the slow pace of life.
Day 2: After breakfast, depart from Yarkant for Hotan, a journey of about 4 hours. Along the way, enjoy the alternating landscapes of the Gobi and oasis. There will be scheduled stops at suitable locations for everyone to stretch, take photos, and check in. Upon arrival in Hotan, check in and rest briefly before exploring the local night market to try various specialties.
Day 3: In the morning, visit the Yotkan Ancient City. Take your time to explore the unique streets and handicraft shops. Photography enthusiasts can spend more time here as every corner offers great photo opportunities. In the afternoon, visit the local bazaar to see unique handicrafts and agricultural products and purchase items as needed.
Day 4:Arrange for airport/station transfer based on everyone’s return transport schedule, marking the end of the itinerary. For those who wish to extend their trip, you can communicate in advance to adjust the itinerary, such as adding experiences like the desert highway or poplar forest tours.

📍 Detailed Introduction to the Route and Destinations💰 Price Reference Notes
The current reference range for custom vehicle fees in 2026 is as follows: For a 5-seater sedan, the reference range for a 4-day, 3-night special route custom vehicle is 3200-4800 yuan; for a 7-seater business vehicle, the reference range is 4600-6500 yuan. Specific prices may vary depending on the travel period, with increases during holidays and peak summer travel times. Factors such as the vehicle’s age and whether the driver’s accommodation and meals are included will also affect the final price. All prices are subject to the contract.
If choosing a package that includes accommodation, meals, transport, and entrance tickets, the per capita reference range is 2800-4300 yuan per person. Prices may vary depending on accommodation standards and whether special experience items are included. It is recommended to consult in advance for confirmation.
📞 Registration Method

This special route connects Yarkant and Hotan, two important cities in Southern Xinjiang, covering a total distance of approximately 326 kilometers with a normal driving time of about 4 hours. Along the way, you’ll pass through the Turpan-Hotan Expressway and Xisha Line, with scenery transitioning from oasis streets to Gobi deserts. Occasionally, you’ll see scattered poplar trees and local villages by the roadside, offering picturesque views with a strong northwestern regional flavor.You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult with their customer service manager, Zhang Jing.
📋 Fee and Service Notes
Custom vehicle fees include:Vehicle usage fees, driver service fees, full fuel costs, and toll fees.
Fees do not include:Entrance tickets to scenic spots during the itinerary, meal costs, accommodation costs, personal expenses, and the driver’s accommodation and meal costs. Related fees can be arranged through mutual consultation or settled separately.

Yarkant, a city in Southern Xinjiang that retains a strong native living atmosphere, features old town streets with minimal commercial development. Walking along, you can see children chasing each other after school, small shops displaying freshly baked naan and steaming pilaf, and local residents chatting in the sun outside their doors, creating a very leisurely atmosphere. The Yarkant Khan’s Mausoleum in the city carries centuries of local history and culture, with architectural details showcasing exquisite traditional craftsmanship. Interested tourists can take their time to explore and learn about the relevant historical background. The region also boasts the centuries-old Twelve Mukam art, with many local residents gathering to play and sing during their leisure time. If you happen to be there, you can stop and listen to a segment to experience the charm of traditional art.For solo registrants, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency will do its best to coordinate room sharing. Special circumstances require separate consultation.
In case of weather, road conditions, policies, scenic spot opening hours, schedule changes, ticket price fluctuations, or hotel room type changes, both parties can reasonably adjust the itinerary upon mutual agreement.
Before traveling, it is recommended to prepare sun protection items, moisturizing skincare products, and sufficient drinking water. Southern Xinjiang has strong ultraviolet rays and dry climate, so proper preparation can enhance the comfort of the itinerary. Valid identification is required to enter all scenic spots and cooperate with relevant checks. Local cuisine mainly consists of beef and mutton. Tourists with special dietary preferences can inform in advance for suitable dining recommendations.
Prices and availability may vary depending on the travel schedule. All service content, prices, and itinerary arrangements are subject to actual consultation and signing, with the contract signed by both parties as the basis.
If you have other personalized needs, such as changing the itinerary duration or adding other sightseeing spots, you can mention them during the consultation, and appropriate adjustment plans will be provided based on the actual situation.

Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send the itinerary and quotation.