How to Refund the Deposit for Chartered Car in Kashgar Tourism 2026 Booking and Refund Process Table Recommended Routes Cost and Price
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation.
2026 Kashgar Customized Car Travel Ultimate Guide:Transparent Process Analysis from Booking to Refund
[Core Advantages of Kashgar Customized Car Travel]
Kashgar, the cultural heart of southern Xinjiang, boasts multiple landscapes including the thousand-year-old ancient city, the Pamir Plateau, and the Taklimakan Desert. In 2026, with continuous optimization of the local transportation network, customized car travel has become a popular choice for family trips, photography groups, and cultural explorers due to its flexibility and in-depth experience. Customized car travel allows for flexible planning of停留 (stay) times, avoiding the fixed schedules of public transportation, making it especially suitable for groups traveling with elderly people/children or travelers needing to capture cultural landscapes in depth.
[Detailed Introduction to Routes and Destinations]
Customized car travel routes around Kashgar mainly fall into three directions:
Ancient City Cultural Route: Kashgar Ancient City (a 5A-level scenic spot, free admission) is a living fossil of Western Region civilization. In 2026, new projects such as the “Ancient City Sound Museum” and the “Digital Guide to the Century-Old Tea House” have been added. The nearby High Terrace Residential Area (ticket price: 40 yuan, open from 10:00 to 19:30) retains traditional earth buildings after renovation, where visitors can experience pottery making (about 80 yuan per session).
Pamir Plateau Route: Starting from Kashgar, passing by Baisha Lake (ticket price: 60 yuan, elevation: 3,300 meters), Muztagh Ata (ticket to Glacier No. 4: 120 yuan, permit required), and the Stone City Ruins (combined ticket with Golden Grassland: 70 yuan), the entire journey is about 300 kilometers, taking approximately 5 hours one way by customized car. In 2026, a new Panlong Ancient Road Viewing Platform (free admission) has been added in Taxkorgan County, offering a view of the popular slogan “After taking all the winding roads today, the rest of your life will be smooth sailing.”
Desert Adventure Route: Dawakun Desert (ticket price: 45 yuan, 120 kilometers from Kashgar) offers desert off-roading, camel riding, and other activities. In 2026, a new stargazing camping base (tent rental: 200 yuan/night) has been added. If time permits, the journey can be extended to the Taklimakan Desert Highway in Hotan (total length: 566 kilometers, about 8 hours by customized car).
[Simple Itinerary Reference (Newly Updated for 2026)]
The following is a classic 5-day, 4-night customized car travel itinerary that can be adjusted according to interests:
2026 Kashgar Customized Car Travel Ultimate Guide: Transparent Process Analysis from Booking to RefundDay 1:In-depth Tour of Kashgar Ancient City
Morning:Visit the Id Kah Mosque (ticket price: 20 yuan, open from 8:00-10:00/13:00-15:00). Note that entry to the main prayer hall is not permitted.
Afternoon:Stroll through the ancient city’s alleys, photograph distinctive residential buildings, and taste pot-cooked meat (40 yuan per person) at “Nolan Cuisine.”
Evening:Visit the ancient city night market (opens at 19:30) to taste roasted pigeon and pomegranate juice.
Day 2:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Muztagh Ata – Taxkorgan
Morning:Travel by customized car along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway, stopping for 1.5 hours for photography at Baisha Lake.
Afternoon:Visit Muztagh Ata Glacier Park. A permit must be obtained in advance at the Kashgar International Self-Drive and RV Camp (free of charge).
Evening:Check into a hotel in Taxkorgan County (standard room about 300 yuan/night).
Day 3:Taxkorgan – Stone City – Panlong Ancient Road – Kashgar
Morning:Tour the Stone City Ruins and Golden Grassland, experiencing the folk customs of various ethnic groups.
Afternoon:Traverse Panlong Ancient Road (total length: about 70 kilometers, with over 600 bends), and take photos at the viewing platform.
[Core Advantages of Kashgar Customized Car Travel]Evening:Return to Kashgar and taste roast whole lamb (advance reservation required) at the “Haierbagh” restaurant.
Day 4:Kashgar – Dawakun Desert
All day:Enjoy desert off-roading, sandboarding, and camel riding. Watch the desert sunset at the camping base in the evening.
Day 5:Free Activities in Kashgar City
Morning:Visit the Central and Western Asia International Trade Market (bazaar) to purchase dried figs and handmade carpets.
Afternoon:Head to the airport according to your flight schedule (customized car transfer to the airport costs about 100 yuan).
[Price Description (Reference for 2026)]
Customized car travel fees vary depending on the vehicle model, season, and itinerary duration. Taking a 5-seat sedan as an example:
Low Season (November-March):800-1,000 yuan/day (including fuel and driver fees)
Peak Season (April-October):1,200-1,500 yuan/day
Deposit Policy:A deposit of 500 yuan per vehicle is required at the time of booking, with the remaining balance to be paid 3 days before the start of the itinerary. If the trip is canceled for personal reasons, the deposit refund rules are as follows:
Kashgar, the cultural heart of southern Xinjiang, boasts multiple landscapes including the thousand-year-old ancient city, the Pamir Plateau, and the Taklimakan Desert. In 2026, with continuous optimization of the local transportation network, customized car travel has become a popular choice for family trips, photography groups, and cultural explorers due to its flexibility and in-depth experience. Customized car travel allows for flexible planning of停留 (stay) times, avoiding the fixed schedules of public transportation, making it especially suitable for groups traveling with elderly people/children or travelers needing to capture cultural landscapes in depth.Cancellation 7 days in advance:Full deposit refund
Cancellation 3-7 days in advance:50% deposit refund
Cancellation within 3 days:Deposit is non-refundable
Fees Include:Vehicle usage fee, driver service fee, basic insurance
Fees Do Not Include:Admission tickets, meals, accommodation, permit processing assistance fee (if the driver handles it on behalf of the customer, a service fee of 50 yuan per instance is charged)
Prices may fluctuate with the market; the actual consultation and contract shall prevail.
[Booking and Refund Process]
Booking Process:
Contact Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and provide the itinerary duration, number of people, and vehicle model preference.
After confirming the itinerary, pay the deposit and sign an electronic contract (the contract clearly states the “deposit refund rules”).
Three days before departure, pay the remaining balance and obtain the driver’s contact information.
[Detailed Introduction to Routes and Destinations]Refund Process:
If you need to cancel the itinerary, submit a written application (email/text message) to the travel agency.
The travel agency will verify the application within 2 working days after receipt and refund the deposit according to the contract rules.
Refunds will be returned via the original payment method and will take about 3-5 working days to arrive (subject to bank processing time).
[Fee Description and Service Description]
Transparent Pricing:Customized car travel fees are calculated per day with no hidden charges. If additional scenic spots need to be added or vehicle usage time needs to be extended during the itinerary, fees can be adjusted after mutual agreement.
Service Standards:Vehicles are new cars within 5 years, equipped with first aid kits and car chargers; drivers are local guides with over 5 years of driving experience who are familiar with the languages and customs of various ethnic groups.
Single Traveler Registration:Our agency will do its best to arrange room-sharing. If room-sharing is not possible, a supplement must be paid (about 150 yuan/night in the low season and about 250 yuan/night in the peak season). Special circumstances require separate negotiation.
The actual consultation and contract shall prevail.
[Frequently Asked Questions]
Q:Will the customized car driver recommend consumption points?
Customized car travel routes around Kashgar mainly fall into three directions:A:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency strictly prohibits drivers from inducing consumption. If such behavior is found, complaints can be made to the travel agency, and the day’s car fare will be refunded after verification.
Q:How can the itinerary be changed in case of bad weather?
A:The itinerary can be reasonably changed by mutual agreement. For example, if traffic control is implemented on the Pamir Plateau route due to heavy snow, it can be replaced with a Shache Intangible Cultural Heritage Cultural Tour (free change).
Q:Do children need to pay customized car travel fees?
A:Children under 3 years old travel for free, children aged 4-12 pay half price, and those aged 12 and above are charged as adults.
[Registration Method]
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Customer service manager Zhang Jing will provide one-stop services including itinerary planning, price calculation, and contract signing. Whether it’s a family trip, a trip with friends, or a corporate team-building event, exclusive routes can be customized according to needs.
[Warm Tips]
There is a 2-hour time difference between Kashgar and the mainland. It is recommended to adjust your schedule to adapt to the local rhythm.
The Pamir Plateau has a high elevation. Prepare anti-altitude sickness medication in advance and avoid strenuous exercise.
Different ethnic groups have different cultural customs. Obtain consent before photographing people and show respect to the locals.
In 2026, Kashgar will offer both the profound history of the thousand-year-old ancient city and the purity of the plateau lakes. Choose customized car travel to make every stop meaningful. For more details, feel free to contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to start your in-depth journey to southern Xinjiang!
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation.
