7-Day Classic Xinjiang Silk Road
Group Tour: Kashgar, Turpan & Urumqi
Days: 7
Start: Kashgar
Overview
End: Urumqi
Group size: 4 - 15
Min. Age: 6
Category: Classic*/Adventure
Experience the heartbeat of the ancient Silk Road on this immersive 7-day journey. From the bustling bazaars of Kashgar to the high-altitude wonders of the Pamir Plateau, this is the ultimate Xinjiang small group tour for 2026.
Xinjiang is a world within itself. This tour is meticulously designed for travelers who want more than just a bus ride between landmarks. We dive deep into the Uighur culture and history that defines this region, taking you from the lowest depression in China (Turpan) to the "Roof of the World" (the Pamir Mountains).
Classic*: Tourist class hotels with breakfast, with private transport throughout, at a great price
Trip Highlights
Kashgar Old Town: Wander through living history in the mud-brick labyrinth of the old city.
Pamir Plateau: Drive the Karakoram Highway to the turquoise Karakul Lake.
Jiaohe Ruins: Walk through the world’s best-preserved earthen city.
Tuyoq Village: Step back in time in this 1,700-year-old Uighur pilgrimage site.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Kashgar
Today your flight will touch down in Kashgar, We will meet you at the airport exit with a welcome board and then transfer to the local hotel check in. The rest of the day is free for you to explore this city.
Traffic: Car
Hotel: Overnight in Kashgar
Altitude: 1289m
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Morning, after your nice breakfast. Your guide and driver will meet you at hotel lobby to start the adventure. We will pay a visit to the famous Sunday Bazaar that is combined two section. The covered bazaar sells the clothing, nuts, household goods and many things out of your imagination. It is quite interesting to witness their typical methods of bargain.
After that, driving on the China and Pakistan highway about 4hrs to enjoy the landscape of Pamirs Plateau, on the way, you can enjoy the magnificent Bulongkol Lake also known as Baisha Mountain (white Sand Mountain) located next to the Karakoram Highway, so it is one of the must stop spot on the way to Karakul lake and Taxkorgan. Experience beautiful Karakul Lake where the herds of livestock around the lakeside are reflected in lake Kirghiz herdsmen usually settle down and graze their herds before shuttling you onward to Taxkorgan. The following day will be spent exploring the stunning landscape surrounding the highway, and we will drive to Taxkrogan County for overnight stay.
Traffic: Car (320kms)
Hotel: Overnight in Taxkorgan
Meals: Breakfast
Altitude: 3100m
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Today we will drive back to Kashgar, on the way, you will visit the Stone Fortress. The city is oval in shape and the city walls were built with sun-dried bricks on stone foundation. It is 1285 metres in circumference outside. Over the past few years, new wooden pathways have been constructed to allow tourist to walk these beautiful grasslands, known as the Golden Grasslands. From here you can get even better photos of the Stone Fortress. Walking around the pastureland to see Local Tajiks customs, there are yurts and frame houses of Tajik ethnic group providing rooms and board for visitors. You can also go out on the small rafts and enjoy yourselves in the scenic area. A reception center there facilitates rentals, yachts, camels, horses etc.
Traffic: Car (320kms)
Hotel: Overnight in Kashgar
Meals: Breakfast
Altitude: 1289m
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Today meet your guide and driver at the hotel lobby, then we will do full day Kashgar city excursion. we will visit the Idigar Mosque, the largest Mosque in China and the most sacred mosque for the locals to practise their Islamic activities. around 10:30 we have to visit the Old Town when the open ceremony ready to greeting all the tourists with the culture show, further exploration to the special culture and experience the lifestyle with the arrangements of the visiting to the local Uighur Family. Kashgar city tour ends with the wandering to the bustling Handicraft street, dazzling jewelry, primitive pottery,unique musical instrument, daily resources of the locals. The spare time in the tea-house is our special arrangement for you to relax and get a feel for the local culture and traditions. After visiting, say goodbye to Kashgar and you will be transferred to the airport to take the flight to Urumqi.
Traffic: Car&Flight
Hotel: Overnight in Urumqi
Meals: Breakfast
Altitude: 836m
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Today you will drive to the picturesque Heavenly Lake, which is surrounded by the snow mountains, blooming wildflowers, evergreen pine trees. Trekking along the lake in the fresh air. or you can explore further uo to the Maya Mountain by the cable car to enjoy the magnificent view of the Mountains.
Afterwards, transfer back to Urumqi about the other 1.5hrs, visit the Xinjiang International Bazaar, the largest bazaar in Urumqi. You'll find a bustling market filled with fruit, clothing, crafts, knives, carpets and almost anything that you can imagine.
Traffic: Car (120kms)
Hotel: Overnight in Urumqi
Meals: Breakfast
Altitude: 1920m
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Today we will drive to the histroical sites and oasis land of Turpan. A must and first visit is the oldest Uighur village Tuyoq Village located in the very center of Flaming Mountain Canyon. The village consists of four parts: Canyon scenery, Thousand Buddha Caves, Maza tomb and the old buildings of the ancient village. And pay a visit to the Jiaohe Ruins, one of the best preserved ruins of its ancient era in China, it was include in the World Heritage List on June 22, 2014. After visiting, we will stay overnight in Turpan.
Traffic: Car (200kms)
Hotel: Overnight in Turpan
Meals: Breakfast
Altitude: 36m
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Morning depart from the hotel, we will head to the Karez Well, which is special kind of irrigation system, here you can not only visit this ancient irrigation system, but also get rid of the heat of summer. Then explore the Sugong Minaret, the largest Islamic minaret in China built in 1778.
After the visiting, we will drive back to Urumqi and transfer you to the airport to catch your flight based on your schedule. Wish you a pleasant journey home!
Traffic: Car (200kms)
Hotel: No Accommodation
Meals: Breakfast
Altitude: 836m
What’s included?
Meals: 6 Breakfasts
Transport: Private Vehicle, Domestic Flight
Accommodation: Shared accommodation in well located, tourist to superior class hotels. 4+star hotel in Kashgar and Urumqi. 3 star in Taxkorgan. 4s tar in Turpan
6 Nights Accommodations
6 Breakfasts
All Tickets/Entrance Fees as mentioned in the itinerary
Transportation
Domestic Flight Kashgar to Urumqi
Local English Speaking Trip Leader
Airport Pick Up/Drop Off
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Flights/Trains
Our tour prices don’t include flights, as the price of these will change throughout the year. We are able to package your tour with flights or train and the price you pay will be determined by the time of year you travel, your departure airport, airline and availability.
Your Eventurus Travel Consultant will be able to find the best flights to suit you and your choice of tour.
Dates & Price
From $1,050 pp
Based on 2 adults sharing a room
Solo rooms available for extra $215pp
Families should contact Eventurus for detailed pricing
Departure dates 4 x per month
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Group trips require a minimum of 4 people to operate. You should only purchase your transportation to/from Xinjiang after you receive a tour confirmation notice. Private tours (for an additional fee) are always an option if your join-in trip does not hit the minimum amount of people.
A deposit of $400 USD per person is required to secure your spot.
Payment of your remaining balance will be collected 14 days before the trip starts.
If you have to cancel your trip for some unexpected reason, we have the following policies:
1. FULL REFUND at least 30 days before departure date. (Note: except the cost of service fees paid to third parties, such as trains, hotels, transportation etc)If the trip is cancelled due to severe weather conditions or any government restrictions, a full refund will be offered
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