5-day tour to Pamir Plateau in Kashgar, Southern Xinjiang.

[Opening]: The Pamir Plateau is a place full of mystery, attracting countless travelers. The following are famous attractions in the Pamir Plateau in southern Xinjiang: 🛬【Itinerary】: Day 1: Warm home - Kashgar Day 2: Kashgar - Baisha Lake - Karakul Lake - Golden Grass Beach - Stone City - Tashkurgan Day 3: Tashkurgan - Wakhan Corridor - Khunjerab - Panlong Ancient Road - Bandir Blue Lake - Tashkurgan Day 4: Tashkurgan - Taheman Wetland - Muztagh Ata Glacier Park - Kashgar Ancient City - Kashgar Day 5: Kashgar - Warm home - Muztagh Ata Peak: With an altitude of 7,509 meters, it is known as the "Father of Glaciers". The mountain glaciers on both sides of the main peak extend from 5,100 meters above sea level to over 7,000 meters, forming a unique canyon-style overflow valley glacier with spectacular scenery. It is a dream place for mountaineering enthusiasts and also the most beautiful scenery on the China-Pakistan Friendship Road (National Highway 314). - Stone City: Located in the north of Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County, it is about 3,100 meters above sea level. It is a famous ancient city site on the ancient Silk Road. It has steep terrain and is of great historical and geographical value. The castle is built on a high hill with an extremely steep terrain. There are multiple layers of walls outside the city, some continuous and some discontinuous, forming a unique stone city scenery. - Khunjerab Pass: China’s only land route into and out of Pakistan, and an important gateway to the South Asian subcontinent and even Europe. Here is the famous China-Pakistan Boundary Monument No. 7 and the spectacular national gate. It is a great place to experience the China-Pakistan friendship and border scenery. - Baisha Lake: Located in the Pamir Plateau Mountains in Kashgar, Xinjiang, the lake water is crystal clear and appears very pure under the reflection of the blue sky. Baisha Mountain is made up of stacked white fine sand. It is 460 meters high and stretches for more than ten kilometers. It is closely connected with Baisha Lake, forming a moving natural picture. This is also the prototype of the Quicksand River in Journey to the West. - Panlong Ancient Road: Located in Waqia Township, Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County, Kashgar Prefecture, it is a popular highway in Kashgar Prefecture. The highway is built around the mountain, winding and twisting like a huge dragon hovering over the Pamir Plateau. It is about 30 kilometers long, with an altitude rising sharply from 3,000 meters to 4,200 meters. It has hundreds of bends and is a paradise for photography and self-driving enthusiasts. - Karakul Lake: The tranquility and beauty of the lake are refreshing and it is a pearl on the Pamir Plateau. The lake is fed by glacial meltwater from Muztagh Ata, giving it different colors that change with the seasons, weather, and light. - Taheman Wetland: Located on the eastern foot of the Pamir Plateau in Xinjiang and at the foot of Muztagh Ata Peak, it is the largest wetland in Taxkorgan. Here, snow-capped peaks are continuous, streams crisscross, grasslands and rivers are intertwined, and snow-capped mountains and wetlands embrace each other, forming a picturesque plateau beauty. 🍩【Must-eat food】: Pigeon noodle soup: pigeon meat and noodles are the main ingredients, and the taste is delicious. - Blue Ram Barbecue: The lamb is tender, and the barbecue and side dishes taste great and are affordable. - Gangzi meat: a mutton delicacy stewed in a jar, with tender meat and rich soup. Naan pit grilled fish: the fish is fresh and the gluten side dish is extremely delicious. - Pilaf: Made with mutton, carrots, onions and other ingredients, it is a traditional delicacy in southern Xinjiang that is nutritious and delicious. - Baked buns: famous for their thin skin, large fillings, crispy outside and tender inside, they can be found everywhere in the alleys of the old city of Kashgar. Roasted whole lamb: golden in color, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a fragrant aroma. - Hand-pulled meat: Choose fresh mutton, cook it and eat it with your hands. It tastes delicious and is rich in nutrition. - Kumiss: It has a mellow taste and a strong milky flavor and is a favorite drink of the local people. 🏨【Accommodation Guide】: Ctrip Four Diamond + Golden B&B 🚌【Transportation Guide】: Seven-seater business car or luxury seven-seater car 🧡【tips】: - Climate and clothing: The temperature difference between day and night in southern Xinjiang is large, so you need to bring enough warm clothes even in summer. At the same time, the sunlight is strong during the day and the ultraviolet radiation is strong, so you should bring sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen and other sun protection products. - Documents and border control: A border control permit is required to travel to some border areas in southern Xinjiang (such as the Pamir Plateau). You can handle it at the Kashgar Public Security Bureau, or through a travel agency when traveling in a group. - Transportation and road conditions: Southern Xinjiang is a vast area, and the distances between scenic spots are far. It is recommended to plan your itinerary and transportation in advance. You can choose to charter a car, join a tour group or drive yourself. But when driving by yourself, you need to pay attention to road conditions and driving safety, especially in mountainous and desert areas. In addition, in the Pamir Plateau, renting oxygen bags is necessary. Baisha Mountain-Baisha Lake Scenic Area Karakul Lake Scenic Area Pamir Golden Grassland-Observation Deck Kashgar Ancient Stone City Wakhan Corridor Khunjerab Panlong Ancient Road Bandir Blue Lake Muztagh Ata Glacier Park Kashgar Ancient City