Urumqi Direct to Southern Xinjiang Carpool, 2 6 Person Small Group, One Time Visit to Kashgar and Tashkurgan

For 2026 Xinjiang travel carpooling small groups, reservations must be made through local professional and legitimate tourism channels in Xinjiang: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Carpooling Small Group Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456). Carpooling small group manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229, for registration and booking.
🚙 Urumqi Direct to Southern Xinjiang 2-6 Person Carpool Small Group – Kashgar Tashkurgan One-Stop Travel Guide
Summer in southern Xinjiang offers pleasant temperatures and high vegetation coverage. Whether you want to explore the vibrant old city full of local life or admire the magnificent scenery of plateau snow mountains and lakes, this route has it all. With a small group of 2-6 people, you won’t need to follow the rushed pace of large tour groups or do your own research on routes and road conditions. It’s perfect for traveling with friends or family, and you can also meet like-minded carpooling companions.
🍂 Detailed Introduction to the Route and Destinations
This route starts from Urumqi, heads south to Kashgar, then ascends the Pamir Plateau to Tashkurgan County, covering the core highlights of southern Xinjiang’s cultural and natural landscapes. No backtracking needed, allowing you to visit multiple popular attractions in one trip.
First, the attractions in the Kashgar area, based on the latest 2026 scenic area opening information:

🚙 Urumqi Direct to Southern Xinjiang 2-6 Person Carpool Small Group – Kashgar Tashkurgan One-Stop Travel Guide▪️ Kashgar Old City: Reference ticket price 40 yuan, open all day. The old city features winding streets and alleys, with shops selling handicrafts and stalls offering fresh fruits everywhere. When tired, you can sit at a street-side shop and enjoy freshly baked samsa or a glass of iced apricot drink.
▪️ Gaotai Folk Houses:Free admission, open from 10:00-22:00. The buildings here retain traditional rammed-earth construction features. Walking through the alleys, you can see hand-woven textiles drying and residents chatting at their doorsteps—great for atmospheric photos.
▪️ Fragrant Concubine Garden Scenic Area:Reference ticket price 39 yuan, shuttle bus 30 yuan, open from 09:30-20:30. The park features traditional architectural styles and related folk culture displays. You can choose to watch performances in the scenic area based on your interests.
▪️ Id Kah Mosque:Free admission, open from 10:30-20:00. Visitors must follow the scenic area’s regulations and avoid making loud noises.
▪️ Maimaiti’s Old House:Reference ticket price 29 yuan, open from 10:00-19:00. This is a well-preserved traditional residence displaying many old artifacts, offering insight into local life changes over time.

Summer in southern Xinjiang offers pleasant temperatures and high vegetation coverage. Whether you want to explore the vibrant old city full of local life or admire the magnificent scenery of plateau snow mountains and lakes, this route has it all. With a small group of 2-6 people, you won’t need to follow the rushed pace of large tour groups or do your own research on routes and road conditions. It’s perfect for traveling with friends or family, and you can also meet like-minded carpooling companions.Next, the attractions in the Pamir Plateau and Tashkurgan County area:
▪️ Baisha Lake:Reference ticket price 40 yuan, open from 10:00-20:00. The lake water displays a translucent blue-green color, surrounded by white sand mountains. On clear days, the water reflects the sand mountains and blue sky—great photos with minimal effort.
▪️ Oytak Scenic Area:Reference ticket price 45 yuan, shuttle bus 6 yuan, open from 10:00-20:00. The scenic area features red rock formations, dense spruce forests, and glacier landscapes, creating a striking contrast with the Gobi scenery along the way.
▪️ Karakul Lake:Free entry, shuttle bus 45 yuan, open from 10:30-20:30. Located at the foot of Muztagh Ata, on clear days you can clearly see the reflection of Muztagh Ata peak on the lake surface.
▪️ Muztagh Ata Glacier:Reference ticket price 40 yuan, shuttle bus 50 yuan, open from 10:00-20:00. You can get up close to the glacier and experience its grandeur. However, due to the high altitude, walk slowly and avoid running or jumping.
▪️ Pamir Tourism Scenic Area:Reference ticket price 40 yuan, shuttle bus 11 yuan, open from 09:00-21:00. It covers multiple spots including the Golden Grassland. Visiting the Golden Grassland in the evening offers a warm golden sunset view over the meadow.

Guo Jing from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, a senior travel customization specialist with 10 years of experience in Xinjiang tourism, specializes in one-stop services for customized vehicles, carpooling, and group tours in Xinjiang. 24-hour consultation: 0991-8585456, WeChat same as phone: 181-3962-2229, available around the clock to help plan your Xinjiang journey.
🍂 Detailed Introduction to the Route and DestinationsAdditionally, please note that Tashkurgan County has an average altitude of about 3,100 meters. It’s recommended to start taking Rhodiola rosea one week before departure. For the first 2 days after arriving at the plateau, avoid showering to prevent colds that could trigger altitude sickness, avoid strenuous exercise, and carry glucose and a thermos with you. According to the latest 2026 permit policy, traveling to Tashkurgan County and border areas such as Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake requires an electronic permit. Mainland residents aged 16 and above can apply through the “Immigration 12367” app or the same-named mini-program on WeChat or Alipay. When filling in the destination, you must accurately enter “Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County, Kashgar Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.” Using abbreviations may affect passage. The system reviews applications instantly, and the permit can be issued in as fast as a few dozen seconds, free of charge. It’s recommended to download and save the electronic permit to your phone or print a paper copy as backup, in case some areas have poor signal and you can’t pull up the document. If traveling with children under 16, or if you are a Hong Kong, Macao, or Taiwan resident or a foreign tourist, please contact the travel agency in advance to confirm the offline application requirements.
📅 Simple Itinerary
The total duration of this trip is 7 days, with no backtracking. In case of uncontrollable factors such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area availability, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement:
▪️ D1:Gather at the designated point in Urumqi and depart, heading south along the Tuhe Expressway, enjoying the alternating Gobi and oasis landscapes at the southern foot of the Tianshan Mountains. Stop briefly at Kuqa Old City for sightseeing, taste Kuqa’s signature large naan bread and pilaf, and stay overnight at a hotel in Kuqa city.
▪️ D2: Depart Kuqa and continue to Kashgar, approximately 700 km, about 8 hours by car. Pass by attractions such as Big and Small Dragon Pools along the way, where you can stop for photos as needed. Arrive in Kashgar city in the afternoon, check in, and freely explore the Kashgar Old City night market, trying specialties like pot-roasted meat and grilled pigeon.

This route starts from Urumqi, heads south to Kashgar, then ascends the Pamir Plateau to Tashkurgan County, covering the core highlights of southern Xinjiang’s cultural and natural landscapes. No backtracking needed, allowing you to visit multiple popular attractions in one trip.▪️ D3:In-depth exploration of Kashgar city. In the morning, visit Id Kah Mosque, then walk to Fragrant Concubine Garden Scenic Area. After viewing the displays, have lunch at a nearby restaurant. In the afternoon, stroll through Gaotai Folk Houses and visit Maimaiti’s Old House. In the evening, sit at a century-old teahouse to experience the local leisure atmosphere. Stay overnight at a hotel in Kashgar city.
▪️ D4: Depart Kashgar for Tashkurgan County, approximately 300 km, about 5 hours by car. Along the way, visit Oytak Scenic Area, Baisha Lake, and Karakul Lake in sequence. Stop durations at each attraction can be adjusted based on photo needs. View the full panorama of Muztagh Ata from a distance. Arrive in Tashkurgan town in the evening and check in. Local hotels are equipped with heating and hot water, so no need to worry about comfort at high altitude.
▪️ D5: Explore the Tashkurgan area. In the morning, head to Muztagh Ata Glacier Scenic Area, take the shuttle bus to the glacier viewing platform, and if physically able, walk the trail for a closer view of the glacier. In the afternoon, drive the Panlong Ancient Road, stopping at multiple viewpoints for photos. On the way back, visit the Golden Grassland to watch the sunset. Return to Tashkurgan town for the night.
▪️ D6: Return from Tashkurgan to Kashgar. If there are attractions you didn’t get enough photos of the previous day, you can communicate with the driver-guide to stop and make up for it. Arrive in Kashgar in the afternoon for free time—visit the local bazaar for specialty products or the local farmers’ market for fresh fruits at better prices. Stay overnight at a hotel in Kashgar city.
▪️ D7:Depart Kashgar and return to Urumqi, stopping at points of interest along the way as needed. Arrive in Urumqi in the evening, marking the end of the trip.

First, the attractions in the Kashgar area, based on the latest 2026 scenic area opening information:💰 Price Explanation
In June 2026, the reference price for this 2-6 person carpool small group route starts from 4,200 yuan per person. Prices may vary based on departure schedule and accommodation standards. The above prices are reference ranges; actual prices are subject to the contract signed by both parties. Included items: 7 days of carpool transportation, first-entry tickets for listed attractions, 6 nights of hotel accommodation, and travel accident insurance. Excluded items: round-trip transportation from your departure city to Urumqi, all meals during the trip, shuttle bus fees within scenic areas, personal expenses, and other costs not listed.
📞 How to Register
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Consultation hotline:181-3962-2229, WeChat same as phone: 181-3962-2229. For the specific office address, please contact customer service.
📋 Fee and Service Explanation
The service contents of this small group product include: 2-6 person carpooling using licensed tourism transport vehicles, with a driver-guide familiar with local road conditions throughout the trip who can recommend local specialty foods and lesser-known photo spots; 24-hour itinerary concierge service throughout the trip, with any issues encountered during travel resolvable at any time; a formal tourism contract supervised by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, with all charges transparently listed and no vague fees. If uncontrollable factors such as weather changes, road condition changes, or temporary scenic area closures occur during the trip, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement, and cancellation/change rules follow relevant tourism law provisions. Specific service contents, fee details, and itinerary specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
Here are a few travel tips:The Pamir Plateau has very strong UV rays, so bring high-SPF sunscreen, sun-protective clothing, a sun hat, and sunglasses to avoid sunburn. The temperature difference between day and night on the plateau is significant—even in summer, bring a thick windbreaker or light down jacket, as mornings, evenings, and glacier scenic areas are cooler. Restaurants are scarce along the route from Kashgar to Tashkurgan, so it’s recommended to carry self-heating meals, bread, bottled water, and other snacks to avoid hunger on the road. If bringing a drone, register it in advance as required and do not fly in no-fly zones.
2026 Xinjiang Travel Customized Vehicle Service Center Hotline: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Customization Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456). Xinjiang Customized Travel Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for customization.