Xinjiang Chartered Car with Driver Hotan Southern Xinjiang Route 7 Day Silk Road Culture Full Cost Guide Recommended Itinerary Prices
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
Exploring the Southern Xinjiang Silk Road:Comprehensive Guide to a 7-Day Customized Car Tour in Hotan with In-Depth Exploration
[Route Highlights and Destination Details]
Southern Xinjiang is a crucial node on the ancient Silk Road, and the Hotan region bears the imprint of millennia of cultural convergence. This 7-day customized car tour, centered around Hotan, connects historical cities such as Kashgar, Shache, and Minfeng, covering four major themes: deserts, oases, ancient cities, and intangible cultural heritage. It takes you on a journey through time to experience the unique charm of Silk Road culture.
🏜 ️ Key Attractions:
Desert Wonders:The Taklimakan Desert Highway (566 kilometers) is the world’s longest mobile desert highway, offering views of the coexistence of golden sand dunes and poplar forests along the way
Ancient City Exploration:The opening ceremony of Kashgar Old City (daily at 10:30 AM/6:00 PM) showcases traditional life scenes of various ethnic groups, while Shache highlights the art of the Twelve Mukams
Jade Culture:The Yurungkash River in Hotan offers the fun of jade picking, and the Hotan Jade Trading Center witnesses the commercial legend of the “Jade Road”
Plateau Lakes:Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake reflect Muztagh Ata, forming a classic scene of the Pamir Plateau
🎭 Cultural Experiences:
Id Kah Mosque:Listen to the daily five-time recitations for a folk experience
Yingjisha Knife Village:Observe high-quality intangible cultural heritage handicraft forging techniques
Dawaz Art:Enjoy high-wire walking performances at the Kashgar night market
Exploring the Southern Xinjiang Silk Road: Comprehensive Guide to a 7-Day Customized Car Tour in Hotan with In-Depth ExplorationEthnic Cuisines:Special snacks such as roasted stuffed buns, pot-cooked meat, and rose jam naan
[Simple Itinerary Planning]
Day 1:Urumqi → Korla (approximately 480 kilometers/6 hours)
Morning:Travel through the Gangou Gorge and admire the Yardang landforms
Afternoon:Visit Bosten Lake (admission 45 yuan, open 8:00 AM-8:00 PM)
Accommodation:Four-star hotel in Korla
Day 2:Korla → Populus euphratica Forest in Luntai → Kuqa (approximately 350 kilometers/5 hours)
Morning:Visit the Tarim Populus euphratica Forest Park (admission 40 yuan + shuttle bus 30 yuan)
Afternoon:Visit the Kuqa Royal Palace (admission 55 yuan, closes at 7:00 PM)
Accommodation:Characteristic homestay in Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa → Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves → Aksu (approximately 300 kilometers/4.5 hours)
Morning:Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves (admission 70 yuan, closed on Mondays)
Afternoon:Wensu Tomur Grand Canyon (admission 36 yuan + shuttle bus 60 yuan)
[Route Highlights and Destination Details]Accommodation:Business hotel in Aksu
Day 4:Aksu → Desert Highway → Hotan (approximately 550 kilometers/7 hours)
All day:Travel through the Taklimakan Desert Highway, with a rest stop in Tazhong Town
Evening:Experience ethnic cuisines at the Hotan night market
Accommodation:Hotan Yudu International Hotel
Day 5:In-depth Tour of Hotan
Morning:Jade picking experience at the Yurungkash River + Hotan Museum (free admission)
Afternoon:Visit the Atlas silk handicraft workshop
Accommodation:Characteristic homestay in Hotan
Day 6:Hotan → Shache → Kashgar (approximately 500 kilometers/6.5 hours)
Morning:Shache Yarkant (admission 30 yuan)
Afternoon:Free activities in Kashgar Old City
Accommodation:Homestay in Kashgar Old City
Southern Xinjiang is a crucial node on the ancient Silk Road, and the Hotan region bears the imprint of millennia of cultural convergence. This 7-day customized car tour, centered around Hotan, connects historical cities such as Kashgar, Shache, and Minfeng, covering four major themes: deserts, oases, ancient cities, and intangible cultural heritage. It takes you on a journey through time to experience the unique charm of Silk Road culture.Day 7:Kashgar → Pamir Plateau → Kashgar (round trip 300 kilometers/6 hours)
All day:Visit Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake after obtaining a permit
Special Note:Original valid identification documents must be prepared in advance to obtain a permit
[Cost Breakdown]
🚗 Customized car rental cost (7-seater business vehicle):
Low season (November-March):900-1200 yuan/day
Regular season (April-May/September-October):1300-1600 yuan/day
Peak season (June-August/National Day):1600-2000 yuan/day
Included:Vehicle usage fee, driver’s salary, basic insurance, fuel cost, toll fees
🏨 Accommodation Reference Prices:
Economy:200-400 yuan/night (clean and comfortable)
Comfort:400-800 yuan/night (characteristic homestay/four-star hotel)
Prices may increase by 50% during peak season
🏜️ Key Attractions:🎫 Total Admission Budget:
Admission and shuttle bus fees for the 7-day itinerary are approximately 600-800 yuan per person, including:
Populus euphratica Forest Park 70 yuan
Kuqa Royal Palace 55 yuan
Wensu Grand Canyon 96 yuan
Kashgar Old City free (some exhibition halls charge admission)
🍜 Dining Expenses:
50-100 yuan per person per day for specialties such as roast whole lamb, pilaf, and roast pigeon
[Service Guarantee System]
👨💼 Professional Services:
Equipped with local drivers with over 5 years of driving experience, familiar with complex road conditions such as deserts and plateaus
Provide 24-hour emergency response services for sudden weather changes
Vehicles are equipped with first aid kits, mineral water, car chargers, and other supplies
Desert Wonders: The Taklimakan Desert Highway (566 kilometers) is the world’s longest mobile desert highway, offering views of the coexistence of golden sand dunes and poplar forests along the way📜 Contract Specifications:
Sign a standardized tourism contract supervised by cultural and tourism authorities
Clarify included costs and self-funded items
Specify a consultation mechanism for itinerary changes
[Registration Instructions]
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for details.
⚠ ️ Important Notes:
1. A permit is required in advance for the Pamir Plateau itinerary (free)
2. It is recommended to prepare sun protection items and sufficient drinking water for driving on the desert highway
3. July-August is the peak tourist season; it is recommended to book vehicles 30 days in advance
4. The specific itinerary may be reasonably adjusted according to weather conditions
[Cost Explanation and Service Statement]
The itinerary quotation is for reference only; the actual cost shall be based on the tourism contract signed by both parties. The cost includes vehicle usage, driver services, basic insurance, etc., and does not include round-trip transportation, personal expenses, and self-funded items within scenic spots. The travel agency will provide personalized service plans according to the needs of tourists, subject to actual consultation and contracting. For single registrants, efforts will be made to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate consultation.
This Hotan Southern Xinjiang Silk Road cultural route will take you on a journey through thousands of years of history, allowing you to feel the inheritance of civilization amidst the interweaving of deserts and oases. Whether it’s the golden autumn scenery of the poplar forests or the lively atmosphere of Kashgar Old City, it will leave you with unforgettable travel memories. It is recommended to plan in advance according to your travel time and let a professional team customize an exclusive Southern Xinjiang tour for you.
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
