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Kashgar
2 Day Tour to Tashkorgan with Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake
- Duration48 hours
- Max Travelers10 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- Category4WD Tours, Bus Tours
Overview
1. Our drivers are licensed, safe and experienced tourism drivers.
2.There are no hidden fees, no forced visits to shops, and no tourist traps.
3. We don’t limit your time at attractions. The schedule is flexible, allowing you to control your own time and have enough time to fully enjoy your trip.
4. During the tour, the drivers are kind enough to stop for you to take photos or go hiking around
5. We can make this short trip a lifetime experience for you
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What's included
Air - conditioned tourist vehicle throughout the journey
All expenses for the car and driver are covered (Highway tolls, parking, fuel,hotel&food for driver)
What's Not included
Your Hotel, Foods, Guide, Entrance fee
Itinerary
After breakfast, we set off on our journey along the Karakoram Highway which is indeed both one of the ten most dangerous highways in the world due to its high altitude and challenging conditions, and also one of the most beautiful with the magnificent scenery of the Pamir Plateau rewrite. After about 50 Kms, we stop at Upal Village. Here, buy some fresh fruits, nang (a kind of local bread) and other food for the journey. Meanwhile, you can also taste some local snacks like baked buns and experience the atmosphere of the local village market.nThen continue to drive to the Oytagh Red Mountain and stop for taking pictures to record the wonderful moment and feel the amazing power of nature and the grandeur of the Kunlun Mountains.
Keep driving to White Sand Lake (Baisha Lake). The lake water is clear and blue while the sand dunes are snow-white, forming a unique landscape. Walk along the lakeside, enjoy the beautiful view of the lake and mountains, and take pictures.
Then continue to visit Karakul Lake (3600m above sea level). The lake sits at the foot of the notorious, Muztagh Ata (7546m) and Gongur (7719m) mountains. u2018Muztagh Atau2019 means Father of the Ice Mountain and is one of the most beautiful and mysterious mountains in the world.nYou can take a break by the lake, admire the magnificent reflections of Muztagh Ata and nine peaks of Kongur Mountains.nLunch will be at the lake side restaurant as your like and then continue the journey to Taghrma Wetland which is the largest wetland in Tashkurgan, with lush grass and flocks of sheep and cattle.Once arrive at Tashkurgan check in your hotel and later taste local delicacies in the town, such as yak hot pot, plateau mutton and so on. Then have an early rest to adapt to the high-altitude environment.
After breakfast at the hotel, youu2019ll have an opportunity to visit the town's ancient Stone Fort - still standing after 2200 years! 'Tashkurgan' means 'Stone Fort.' Many scholars believe that this crumbling stone castle was mentioned in Ptolemy's geographical guide in the 2nd century BC.nAfter that, hike around the golden grassland beside the stone castle. nAfter having lunch in Tashkorgan, we'll drive to Kashgar. Along the way, if you're interested, you can visit Muztagh Ata Glacier Park and touch the real glacier with your own hands
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.