Kashgar tours offer a unique way to discover an ancient oasis shaped by the Silk Road, where history remains part of everyday life. With your private guide, explore the Old City at an unhurried pace, visit bazaars and artisans’ workshops, and admire the majestic architecture of Id Kah Mosque. Continue to the Grand Bazaar, where fine textiles, aromatic spices, and unique creations of local craftspeople reflect the city’s longstanding role as a meeting point between cultures.
Venture beyond Kashgar to see the region’s natural and historical sights. Kashgar tours can be complemented by a trip to the Afaq Khoja Mausoleum, known for its exquisite architecture and the legend of the Fragrant Concubine. Alternatively, continue your journey along the Karakoram Highway to the high-altitude Karakul Lake, where turquoise waters are framed by the snow-capped summits of Muztagh Ata and Kongur Tagh. Set against the vast landscapes of the Pamirs, the lake provides a memorable conclusion to a carefully tailored Kashgar itinerary.
Tour to Dawakun Desert from Kashgar
Located about 110 km (70 miles) from Kashgar is the Dawakun Desert. In the center of the Dawakun Desert is a lake where you can sunbathe, relax, and enjoy some delicious Uyghur food.
Dawakun Desert
Details1 Day | Private | Spring, summer, autumn from US$ 154 per person
Kashgar is located in the southwest part of the Xinjiang Autonomous Region, between the Taklamakan Desert, the Karakoram Mountains, and the Pamir Mountains.
Livestock market, Sunday Market, Mausoleum of Abajo Khoja, Id Kah Mosque
Details1 Day | Private | Spring, summer, autumn from US$ 170 per person
7-day Silk Road Tour in Western China
Explore the highlights of Western China on a 7-day Silk Road tour through Dunhuang, Turpan, Urumqi and Kashgar. Discover ancient sites, desert landscapes, and vibrant local culture along one of history’s most important trade routes.
Dunhuang, Mogao Caves, Singing Sand Dunes, Turpan, Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves, Flaming Mountains, Tuyuk Village, Urumqi, Hongshan Park, Kashgar
Details7 Days | Private | All year round from US$ 1,950 per person
10-day Silk Road Tour in Western China: Xi’an to Kashgar
Journey across Western China from Xi'an to Kashgar on this 10-day tour. Explore ancient cities, sweeping desert landscapes, the Mogao Caves, Turpan, and the region's rich cultural heritage.
Xi'an, Zhangye, Jiayuguan, Dunhuang, Turpan, Kashgar
Details10 Days | Private | All year round from US$ 2,540 per person
