June to August is truly the perfect time to visit Xinjiang, you can't miss the limited summer scenery!

❤Day 1: Kashgar—Baisha Lake—Karakul Lake—Tashkurgan
▫Morning: Depart from Kashgar, drive along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway (G314), pass by Oytak Red Mountain, arrive at Baisha Lake (about 3 hours). The lake water is crystal blue, and the reflection of the white sand mountains is picturesque.
▫Afternoon: Continue to Karakul Lake (at the foot of Muztagh Ata Peak), a plateau lake with snow-capped mountains in the background. You can ride horses or hike.
▫Overnight in Tashkurgan: Taste Tajik cuisine, such as yak meat hotpot.

🧡Day 2: Tashkurgan—Panlong Ancient Trail—Bandir Blue Lake—Kashgar
▫Morning: Challenge the Panlong Ancient Trail ("Today I walked all the winding roads, from now on life will be smooth"), the aerial views are stunning.
▫Afternoon: Return to Kashgar, visit Bandir Blue Lake on the way (the lake water is Tiffany blue in summer), arrive in Kashgar by evening.

💛Day 3: Full-day deep tour of Kashgar Old Town
▫Morning: Id Kah Mosque—Kashgar Old Town East Gate Opening Ceremony (10:30)—High Platform Residences (experience traditional pottery heritage)
▫Afternoon: Stroll through the old town, check in at Rainbow Alley, Bag Alley, Sky Garden, climb Kunlun Tower for a panoramic view.
▫Evening: Eat roasted pigeon and yogurt zongzi at Han Bazaar Night Market.

💚Day 4: Kashgar—Dawakun Desert—Kashgar
▫All day: Drive to Dawakun Desert (2 hours), experience desert off-roading and camel riding, return to Kashgar by evening.

💙Day 5: Kashgar—Yusup Tomb—Hotan Jade Exhibition Hall—Return
▫Morning: Visit the Yusup Has Hajip Tomb (a sacred site of Uyghur classical literature), tour the Hotan Jade Exhibition Hall.
▫Afternoon: Free activities, you can go to the Kashgar Hot Air Balloon Base (reservation required) or the Id Kah Folk Culture Scenic Area, then end the trip.

💜Accommodation: Boman International Hotel (Kashgar Old Town Branch)
✅Staying at this hotel on this itinerary is really lucky!
✅The front desk lady is beautiful and kind, upgraded my room and recommended local specialties.
✅The room was very clean and quiet, just what I wanted.
✅Breakfast was abundant and delicious! There is also free parking, laundry room, and gym.

🤍Tips:
✅A border permit must be obtained in advance in Kashgar for the Pamir Plateau (free with ID card).
✅Summer temperatures in Kashgar are high (25-38℃), and UV rays are strong in the desert and plateau, so pay attention to sun protection and hydration.