Long Routes
Apricot Blossoms of the Congling Mountains・Pamir Plateau
China-Pakistan Highway: Baisha Lake—Mustagh—Taxian—Panlong Ancient Road
Pamir Plateau Long Route: Lakes and peaks of the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway, visits to Tajik homes, apricot blossoms in March and meadows in June, three different duration itineraries.
Long-term detailed explanation
Pamir is the highest-altitude route in this long journey series, resembling a "world's end" the most. The China-Pakistan Friendship Highway lines up snowy mountains and sandy lakes in a row. Tashkurgan is the homeland of the Tajik people, and beneath the ruins of the Stone City lies the Golden Grass Beach.
Three Ways to Travel
- 3-Day Classic: Kashgar — Baisha Lake — Karakul Lake — Taxkorgan County — Panlong Ancient Road — Return to Kashgar.
- 5-Day Apricot Blossom Special Edition: From the end of March to the beginning of April, visit the apricot blossom villages in Wacha and Kukoxilug townships, staying in Tajik courtyards.
- 6-Day In-Depth: Add the Khunjerab direction and trekking around Taxkorgan County; the itinerary should be confirmed according to seasonal openings.
Border permits must be obtained. Altitude acclimatization and keeping warm are two major issues on this route. For details, see the Pamir destination and itinerary pages.
Apricot Blossoms of the Congling Mountains・Pamir Plateau routes (3)
How to choose
| Route | Days | Price | Intensity | Best months | Cities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pamir Apricot Blossom 6th | 6 days | ¥1120 from / person | Medium | March–April | Kashgar In and Out |
| Southern Xinjiang Cultural Circuit 10 Days | 10 days | ¥1480 from / person | Medium | April–October | Kashgar In and Out |
| Around Taklamakan on the 12th | 12 days | ¥1780 from / person | Medium | October–November | Enter Kashgar from Kuqa |