2026 Pamir Autumn Route B | 7-Day 6-Night Private Tour from Kashgar, Snowy Peaks, Desert & Ancient Cities - Xinjiang Tours

2026 Pamir Autumn Route B | 7-Day 6-Night Private Tour from Kashgar, Snowy Peaks, Desert & Ancient Cities - Xinjiang 1

2026 Pamir Autumn Route B | 7-Day 6-Night Private Tour from Kashgar, Snowy Peaks, Desert & Ancient Cities - Xinjiang 2

2026 Pamir Autumn Route B | 7-Day 6-Night Private Tour from Kashgar, Snowy Peaks, Desert & Ancient Cities - Xinjiang 3

2026 Pamir Autumn Route B | 7-Day 6-Night Private Tour from Kashgar, Snowy Peaks, Desert & Ancient Cities - Xinjiang 4

2026 Pamir Autumn Route B | 7-Day 6-Night Private Tour from Kashgar, Snowy Peaks, Desert & Ancient Cities - Xinjiang 5

2026 Pamir Autumn Route B | 7-Day 6-Night Private Tour from Kashgar, Snowy Peaks, Desert & Ancient Cities - Xinjiang 6

Tour Overview

A fall-only private tour starting and ending in Kashgar, linking two wonders in 7 days and 6 nights: the Pamir Plateau and the Taklamakan Desert. Visit White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, Muztagh Ata camp afternoon tea, the 600 S-curves of Panlong Ancient Road, and Bandier Lake. Then cross the desert highway to Hotan to watch the Yotkan Ancient City grand live show. Also enjoy Kashgar Old Town light photo shoots, a Uyghur family visit, and the golden populus wetlands of Bachu Honghai.

A fall-only 7-day private tour from Kashgar: Pamir snow peaks, desert highway, and the ancient city of Hotan.

Highlights

Experience the best highlights of this exciting route. Our carefully curated itinerary showcases the most memorable experiences of your journey.

White Sand Lake & Karakul Lake: 'half sand sea, half blue' and 'one lake mirroring three peaks,' the two great lakes of the Pamir Plateau in one tour
Muztagh Ata camp afternoon tea: hand-brewed coffee and desserts at the foot of the 'Father of Icebergs,' framed by snow peaks
Panlong Ancient Road with 600 curves & Bandier Lake: the viral road along the Pamir dragon ridge, overlooking a sapphire lake
Taklamakan Desert Highway: cross China's largest and the world's second-largest shifting desert, the 'Sea of Death'
Yotkan Ancient City: a grand live show recreating ancient Khotan's glory, plus Hotan jade and Adras silk
Kashgar Old Town: opening ceremony, light photo shoot, and Uyghur family visit through 2,100 years of Western Region life
Bachu Honghai: populus wetlands at the edge of the Taklamakan, where golden trees meet turquoise water in autumn

Itinerary

Arrive in Kashgar from your home city. Enjoy 24-hour free airport pickup and check into a selected hotel. Free time to stroll the Kashgar Old Town night market and taste local delicacies like grilled pigeon, jar meat, and yogurt zongzi.

Drive along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway onto the Pamir Plateau. Visit White Sand Lake and Karakul Lake, and enjoy hand-brewed coffee and desserts at the Muztagh Ata camp. Arrive in Tashkurgan in the evening.

Conquer the 600 S-curves of Panlong Ancient Road, overlooking the majestic Pamir dragon-spine landscape and sapphire-blue Bandier Lake. Return to Kashgar along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway in the afternoon.

Visit the Bachu Honghai Scenic Area to admire populus wetlands and golden leaves by turquoise water at the edge of the Taklamakan. Then cross the Taklamakan Desert Highway and experience the 'Sea of Death.' Arrive in Hotan in the evening.

Wander the Hotan jade bazaar in the morning, then watch the Yotkan Ancient City grand live show recreating the prosperity of ancient Khotan on the Silk Road. Return to Kashgar along the desert highway in the afternoon.

Watch the Kashgar Old Town opening ceremony in the morning, then wander the century-old town: a Uyghur family visit, a century-old teahouse, and artisan bazaars, with a professional photographer for the light photo shoot. In the evening, enjoy an optional ethnic song-and-dance dinner.

After breakfast, enjoy free time and transfer to the airport according to your flight. It is recommended to book an afternoon flight to allow time to shop for souvenirs at the Kashgar Grand Bazaar. End of the 7-day Pamir autumn journey.

Included

6 nights accommodation: selected twin rooms in Kashgar/Tashkurgan/Hotan (upgradeable to view rooms for private tours)
6 breakfasts throughout the trip
Ground transportation: 5-seat SUV or 7-seat business vehicle based on group size, including fuel, tolls, and driver expenses
Scenic tickets listed in the itinerary: White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, Yotkan Ancient City, Honghai Scenic Area, Panlong Ancient Road
Driver and tour-manager service with flexible stops along the way
Complimentary: Kashgar Old Town opening ceremony, Uyghur family visit, Muztagh Ata camp afternoon tea, Yotkan Ancient City show, drone aerial photography, 1.5M travel agency liability insurance + 340K accident insurance, one bottle of drinking water per person per day, 24-hour airport pickup

Excluded

Round-trip flights or trains to/from Kashgar
Lunches and dinners not included in the itinerary; suggest AA or self-paid
Optional attractions and personal expenses within scenic areas
Single room supplement: CNY 1,800 per person for regular departures
Any other items not listed in 'Included'

FAQ

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Our tour packages typically include transportation, accommodation, attraction tickets, professional guide services, and travel insurance. Specific inclusions are listed in each tour's detailed description.

Full refund for cancellations 30+ days before departure; 10% fee for 15-30 days; 30% fee for 7-15 days; no refund within 7 days. Special circumstances can be discussed with customer service.

Of course! We offer personalized customization services. You can adjust the itinerary, accommodation standards, transportation, and more based on your needs. Please contact our customer service team to tailor your exclusive journey.

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