Follow the lake road to Tashkurgan, then spend a day in Kashgar’s old town.
About
Private trip planning for your own party. A couple or a family of 2–6 is a useful starting point for a quote, not a minimum group size. No scheduled group departure is advertised.
This is a suggested route to discuss, not a confirmed departure. The day notes explain the pace and transfer needs; your written itinerary must confirm transport, opening hours and overnight stops.
Day 1 · Arrive in Kashgar.
Keep the first half of the day for arrival and the transfer into town. If you arrive early, take a short walk near your accommodation; leave the longer excursion for a full day. Share your flight or train number when requesting pickup.
Transfer timing follows your flight or train.
Day 2 · Follow the Karakoram Highway to Karakul Lake and continue to Tashkurgan.
Leave Kashgar in the morning for the mountain road, allowing time for document checks and rest stops. Use the lake stop for a gentle walk and photographs, then continue towards Tashkurgan in the afternoon. This is a full transfer day with a substantial rise in elevation, not a hiking day.
Road day: allow for stops, checks and visitor shuttles. Request a dated driving estimate from the operator.
Route reference: about 320 km from Kashgar via Karakul to Tashkurgan. This is a distance reference, not a guaranteed driving time. Sources
Karakul Lake: about 3,652 m, according to Kizilsu prefecture. Sources
Day 3 · Visit the Stone City ruins before returning to Kashgar.
Start with the Stone City area before beginning the return drive. Keep the afternoon for the road back to Kashgar and any agreed short stops; avoid a tight onward flight that evening. Decide in advance which stops to drop if the road takes longer.
Road day: allow for stops, checks and visitor shuttles. Request a dated driving estimate from the operator.
Day 4 · Explore the old town and the area around Id Kah Mosque.
Use the morning for the old-town lanes and craft streets, exploring on foot rather than rushing between photo stops. After lunch, continue around the Id Kah area and leave time to return to shops you liked. Mosque entry is separate from walking around the square and depends on visitor access.
Pace: sightseeing and short walks; optional activities quoted separately.
Day 5 · Depart from Kashgar.
Leave the morning flexible around your departure time. A nearby breakfast or short walk fits better than a distant attraction; agree on checkout, luggage storage and the transfer meeting time before the last evening.
Transfer timing follows your flight or train.
Scenic
Visitors cross the square outside the crenellated east gate of Kashgar’s old city.Karakul Lake beneath the snow-covered massif of Muztagh Ata.Crumbling walls of Tashkurgan’s Stone City beneath the Pamir mountains.Twin minarets frame the yellow entrance to Id Kah Mosque in Kashgar.Red banners hang above Kashgar’s narrow hat bazaar.Pale sand slopes meet the blue water of Bulungkol Reservoir on the Pamir road.The Karakoram Highway follows White Sand Lake beneath snowy peaks.An unpaved lane passes earth-coloured buildings in old Kashgar.
Hotels
Example preferences, not named or confirmed hotels. Ask the specific property to confirm passport check-in for your dates.
Simple & practical
Request a private room, private bathroom, reliable hot water and a convenient pickup point. Good for travellers who spend most of the day outside.
Comfort
Ask for twin or double beds, breakfast details, quiet rooms and lift access if needed. Confirm cooling or heating for the season.
Character stays
Ask about a small guesthouse or a scenic location. Compare road access, stairs and bathroom facilities with a city hotel before deciding.
Upscale
Request larger rooms and more hotel facilities where available. In mountain towns, prioritise a suitable location and confirmed room conditions over a star label.
Pricing
Pricing
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Details
What to include in your quote
The items below are a quote checklist, not inclusions in an advertised package. Ask for each item to be marked included or excluded before paying.
Services to specify
Vehicle, driver, pickup points and daily driving plan
Guide language, working days and guide fees
Named hotels, room type, nights and breakfast
Entrance tickets, park shuttles and listed activities
Budget separately unless listed
International and domestic flights or trains, unless separately listed
Visa costs, travel insurance and personal spending
Unlisted meals, optional activities and room upgrades
Single-room supplements and costs of route changes
Entry and border areas
Kashgar–Karakul–Tashkurgan: before booking, ask the local operator to check access for your nationality, dates and every stop. Assistance with identifying the application office, documents or an appointment must be confirmed in writing; it is not yet included as a promised service.
Email your dates and party size. Availability, services and the price must be confirmed in a written quote before booking.
Is accommodation confirmed?
Hotel references will be confirmed with your quotation.
Do you arrange border permits?
Kashgar–Karakul–Tashkurgan: before booking, ask the local operator to check access for your nationality, dates and every stop. Assistance with identifying the application office, documents or an appointment must be confirmed in writing; it is not yet included as a promised service.
How do I plan halal meals?
Include your dietary requirements and ask for specific venues before booking.
What is included in the price?
Ask for transport, guide, meals, accommodation and entrance fees as separate lines.
What if a mountain road closes?
Agree on an alternate route and any cost changes before departure.
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