Travel in Southern Xinjiang, see the vast and rich land of our motherland

Awesome! Here comes the 【6-Day In-Depth Southern Xinjiang Travel Guide】tested by a travel blogger! Specially prepared for those who want to experience the Western Region's charm within limited time~ The itinerary covers Southern Xinjiang’s core landmarks: Kashgar + Taxkorgan (Tax County) essential route🏔️, 6 days and 5 nights all-inclusive for food, accommodation, and transportation, with prices as low as ¥4980 per person❗️ --- 🌈【Must-Do 6-Day Southern Xinjiang Tour】｜Explore the Pamir Plateau for 5000 RMB 📍 Destination: Xinjiang · Kashgar + Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County ⏰ Best Season: September-October (clear autumn weather) or April-May (apricot blossom season) 💰 Total Budget: ≤5000 RMB/person (student-friendly) ✨ Highlights: ✅ Check in at "You haven’t been to Xinjiang if you haven’t been to Kashgar" ✅ Self-drive along National Highway 314, panoramic views of the Pamir Plateau ✅ Stunning reflections of Muztagh Ata Peak ✅ Explore Bandier Blue Lake + White Sand Lake ✅ Off-road vehicle transfers throughout, perfect for the lazy traveler --- 🗓️ Daily Itinerary (Leisure and Easy Version) ✨Day 1: Arrive in Kashgar 🛬 Airport pickup and check-in at a hotel near Kashgar Old Town (Recommended: Atour Hotel on Kashgar Old Town Pedestrian Street) 🍢 Evening visit to night market: Id Kah Square Night Market (open until 24:00) ✨Day 2: Deep tour of Kashgar Old Town 🕌 Id Kah Mosque (9:00-20:00, ticket 45 RMB) 🍵 Have tea and listen to music at a century-old teahouse (10:00-24:00) 🛍️ Shop for handicrafts at the Artisan Bazaar ✨Day 3: Kashgar → White Sand Lake → Taxkorgan 🏞️ White Sand Lake (free, open all day) 🏔️ Karakul Lake (free, best photo time 9:00-11:00) 🌌 Overnight in Taxkorgan (Recommended: Taxkorgan Pamir Hotel) ✨Day 4: Full day in Taxkorgan 🏰 Stone City Ruins (10:00-19:30, ticket 30 RMB) 💎 Bandier Blue Lake (free) 🎭 Visit a Tajik ethnic family for cultural experience ✨Day 5: Taxkorgan → Kashgar ⛰️ Gazi Canyon + Oytak Red Mountain photo stop 🍖 Return to Kashgar for authentic “Gangzi” meat ✨Day 6: Leisurely stroll in Kashgar and departure 🛒 Visit Kashgar Grand Bazaar (10:00-20:00) 🛫 Airport transfer and departure --- 💰 Cost Breakdown (4980 RMB per person guide) ✈️ Airfare: 2800-3200 RMB (book early for deals!) 🚙 Car rental: 600 RMB/person (shared 4-person off-road vehicle) 🏨 Accommodation: 750 RMB (5 nights, including Taxkorgan specialty homestay) 🍽️ Food: 450 RMB (75 RMB per day to eat to your fill) 🎫 Tickets: 180 RMB (Stone City 30 RMB + others free) --- 🌟 Top 6 Must-Visit Attractions 1️⃣ Kashgar Old Town 📍 Address: Yawager Road, Kashgar City 🕒 Hours: Open all day ✨ Features: Maze-like old alleys, colorful doors and windows perfect for photos! 2️⃣ White Sand Lake 📍 Location: Along National Highway G314 💡 Tips: Best to shoot against the light in the morning 3️⃣ Muztagh Ata Peak 📸 Photo spot: Viewing platform beside Karakul Lake ⏰ Best time: Golden hour at sunset 4️⃣ Stone City Ruins 📍 Location: North side of Taxkorgan County Town 🎫 Ticket: 30 RMB 🏛️ History: Over 1300 years old! 5️⃣ Bandier Blue Lake 🚗 Transport: 20-minute car ride from Taxkorgan 💙 Feature: Tiffany blue lake water, few people and beautiful scenery 6️⃣ Kashgar Grand Bazaar 🛍️ Shopping: Dried fruits, carpets, copperware 💬 Bargaining tip: Just cut the price in half! --- 🍴 Must-Try Foods 🍖 Gangzi Meat｜25 RMB｜Kashgar Ourida Restaurant 🥟 Grilled Baozi (steamed buns)｜3 RMB each｜Kashgar Night Market 🐦 Pigeon Soup｜40 RMB｜Taxkorgan Farmhouse 🍯 Handmade Yogurt｜5 RMB｜Old Town street stalls --- ⚠️ Important Reminders 📌 Border Pass: Hotel can handle free application (needs 1-day advance notice) 🧥 Clothing: Bring a light down jacket in September! 💊 Medicine: Prepare Rhodiola to prevent altitude sickness 📱 Signal: Some areas in Taxkorgan have no service --- Spend little, achieve big❗️The beautiful scenery and delicious food of Southern Xinjiang are calling you👋 Grab this nanny-level guide and make your Western Region dream come true this year~