Kashgar and Tashkurgan in Southern Xinjiang 7 Day Private Car Charter Quote 2026 Mid Autumn Festival Travel Private Car with Driver Cost Breakdown

2026 Xinjiang Travel Custom Vehicle Price List. Guo Jing, Senior Xinjiang Travel Carpooling Small Group Customization Specialist at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, focuses on one-stop travel services across Xinjiang including custom vehicles, carpooling, and worry-free group tours. Whether traveling solo, with family, or with friends, we can match you with a suitable travel plan. 24-hour travel consultation hotline: 0991-8585456, WeChat same number 181-3962-2229, planning Xinjiang journeys online around the clock.
[Southern Xinjiang Kashgar Tashkurgan 7-Day Custom Vehicle In-Depth Tour:2026 Mid-Autumn Festival Special Planning✨]
I. Route Highlights: Discovering the Autumn Fairy Tale of the Pamir Plateau
🌄 Core Landscapes
The 7-day itinerary from Kashgar to Tashkurgan (Tashkurgan County) connects the essential landscapes of the Pamir Plateau:
Baisha Lake:The lake surface is like a mirror, reflecting the silvery-white sand mountains. In autumn, the lake water shows a blue-green gradient, a must-visit spot for photography enthusiasts.
Karakul Lake:A plateau lake at an altitude of 3,600 meters, with the snowy peaks of Muztagh Ata reflected in the lake. Visitors can experience horseback riding or camel riding by the lakeside.
Muztagh Ata Glacier Park:Get up close to the glacier crevasses and ice pagoda forests of the “Father of Ice Mountains”; advance reservation is required for entry.
Panlong Ancient Road:More than 600 winding bends snake through the mountains. Along the way, you can photograph the sign reading “Today I have traveled all the winding roads, from now on life is a smooth path.”
Bandir Blue Lake:The lake water appears deep blue due to its mineral content. In autumn, the golden poplar forests along the lakeshore contrast beautifully with the lake water.
Stone City Ruins:A thousand-year-old fortress on the ancient Silk Road. Among the ruined walls, it tells the history of exchanges among various ethnic groups.
🍂 Seasonal Limited Experiences

[Southern Xinjiang Kashgar Tashkurgan 7-Day Custom Vehicle In-Depth Tour: 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival Special Planning✨]During the Mid-Autumn Festival period (mid to late September), it is early autumn in Southern Xinjiang:
The grasslands around Tashkurgan begin to turn yellow, forming a richly layered autumn picture with snow mountains and lakes.
Temperatures are about 10-25°C, with a large temperature difference between day and night. Windproof jackets and warm clothing are needed.
Local people of various ethnic groups begin preparing winter storage food. You can visit traditional cellars where milk skin and cheese are made.
II. Simple Itinerary: 7 Days 6 Nights Panoramic Loop
[Day 1:Kashgar Old City Living Experience]
Morning:Id Kah Square opening ceremony (10:00), craftsmen street handicraft workshops (copperware/pottery making)
Afternoon:Afternoon tea at a century-old teahouse (15:00), listening to elderly people of various ethnic groups play the rawap
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Kashgar (breakfast included)
[Day 2:Kashgar → Oytak Red Mountain → Baisha Lake]
Mileage:About 280 kilometers (6-hour drive)
Highlights:Oytak Canyon Danxia landform photography (11:00), portrait photography at Baisha Lake No. 3 viewing platform (14:00)

I. Route Highlights: Discovering the Autumn Fairy Tale of the Pamir PlateauDining:Tashkurgan yak hotpot (about 80 yuan per person)
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Tashkurgan (floor heating included, altitude 3,100 meters)
[Day 3:Tashkurgan → Karakul Lake → Muztagh Ata Glacier]
Mileage:About 120 kilometers (4-hour drive)
Key Points:Karakul Lake free viewing platform (10:30), Muztagh Ata Glacier horseback riding experience (13:00, 100 yuan per person)
Tips:The Glacier Park requires reservation 2 days in advance via the “Pamir Tourism Scenic Area” official account, with a daily limit of 3,000 people.
[Day 4:Tashkurgan → Panlong Ancient Road → Bandir Blue Lake]
Mileage:About 180 kilometers (5-hour drive)
Experience:600-bend self-driving challenge (9:00), lakeside picnic at Bandir Blue Lake (13:00, bring your own food)
Photography:Light is excellent at 16:00 in the afternoon, suitable for photographing the reflection of Muztagh Ata.
[Day 5:Tashkurgan → Stone City Golden Grassland → Wakhan Corridor]
Morning:Stone City Ruins (ticket 30 yuan per person, shuttle bus included), Golden Grassland wetland photography

🌄 Core LandscapesAfternoon:Visit border villages in the Wakhan Corridor to learn about the trade history of ancient caravans
Dining:Specialty meal of various ethnic groups in Vacha Township (yak pilaf, milk skin)
[Day 6:Tashkurgan → Taghman Wetland → Kashgar]
Mileage:About 300 kilometers (7-hour drive)
Highlights:Birdwatching at Taghman Wetland (autumn migratory bird season), photographing the sunset over Muztagh Ata along the way
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Kashgar
[Day 7:Kashgar Free Time → Return]

Guo Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency is a senior travel customization specialist with 10 years of deep experience in Xinjiang tourism, focusing on one-stop services including custom vehicles, carpooling, and group tours in Xinjiang. 24-hour consultation: 0991-8585456, WeChat same number 181-3962-2229, planning Xinjiang journeys online for everyone around the clock.
Morning:Shopping for handicrafts at Kashgar Grand Bazaar (copperware, Atlas silk, dried figs)
Afternoon:Airport transfer according to flight time
III. Price Explanation: 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival Reference Range
[Vehicle Type Selection and Average Daily Cost]

The 7-day itinerary from Kashgar to Tashkurgan (Tashkurgan County) connects the essential landscapes of the Pamir Plateau:7-seat business vehicle (Buick GL8/Maxus G10):1,800-2,400 yuan/day
7-seat off-road vehicle (Toyota Prado/Tank 300):2,200-2,800 yuan/day
14-seat minibus (Yutong GL6):2,600-3,200 yuan/day
[Total Cost Reference (7 Days 6 Nights)]
7-seat business vehicle:About 12,600-16,800 yuan/vehicle (including driver, fuel, tolls)
7-seat off-road vehicle:About 15,400-19,600 yuan/vehicle (including driver, fuel, tolls)
Costs not included:Driver meals and accommodation subsidy (about 150-200 yuan/day), scenic area tickets, meals, accommodation
[Per Capita Budget Estimate (4 people sharing vehicle cost)]
7-seat business vehicle:About 3,150-4,200 yuan per person
7-seat off-road vehicle:About 3,850-4,900 yuan per person
Including accommodation, tickets, meals and other expenses, the total budget is about 5,000-7,000 yuan per person.
IV. Registration Method: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency

Baisha Lake: The lake surface is like a mirror, reflecting the silvery-white sand mountains. In autumn, the lake water shows a blue-green gradient, a must-visit spot for photography enthusiasts.You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, which provides the following services:
Vehicle Type Selection:Recommend 5-seat SUVs, 7-seat business vehicles, or off-road vehicles according to the number of people
Route Customization:Support changing itinerary days, attraction order, or adding special experiences
Contract Signing:Electronic contracts clearly specify cost details, liability clauses, and cancellation/change policies
V. Cost Explanation and Service Description
[Costs Included]
Vehicle usage fee, driver service fee, fuel fee, tolls, parking fee
Basic insurance (compulsory traffic insurance + commercial insurance, coverage ≥ 5 million yuan)
Plateau emergency supplies (oxygen concentrator, first aid kit, in-car charging equipment)
[Costs Not Included]
Driver meals and accommodation subsidy (about 150-200 yuan/day, can be negotiated to be included in the total price)
Scenic area tickets (Baisha Lake 40 yuan, Karakul Lake 50 yuan, Muztagh Ata Glacier 120 yuan, Stone City 30 yuan)

Karakul Lake: A plateau lake at an altitude of 3,600 meters, with the snowy peaks of Muztagh Ata reflected in the lake. Visitors can experience horseback riding or camel riding by the lakeside. Meals and accommodation (standard room in Tashkurgan hotel about 400-800 yuan/night, Kashgar hotel about 300-600 yuan/night)
Excess mileage fee (for portions exceeding 400 kilometers per day on average, an additional 1.5-2 yuan/kilometer is charged)
[Service Description]
Drivers are all locals with more than 5 years of plateau driving experience, familiar with border defense policies and assisting with permit applications
Reasonable itinerary changes can be made upon mutual agreement (such as in case of weather, road conditions, or scenic area policy changes)
Solo registrants will be assisted in coordinating room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation
Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing; prices and remaining spots are subject to contract confirmation
VI. Travel Tips
Document Preparation:Valid ID, border defense permit (needs to be processed in advance at your place of household registration or at the Kashgar International Self-Driving RV Camp)
Clothing Suggestions:Windbreaker, thermal underwear, sunscreen, sunglasses, comfortable hiking shoes
Photography Equipment:Wide-angle lens for lakes and snow mountains, telephoto lens for capturing wildlife
Cultural Respect:Remove shoes when visiting; do not arbitrarily photograph local residents’ faces
(Prices and policy information in this article are as of September 2026; actual terms are subject to signing)
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