【Requirements for declaration of border pass】:

1. To apply for a border pass, you must be a Chinese citizen over the age of 16. Those under the age of 16 need to provide their ID number, and the guardian will handle it on their behalf.

2. Tourists with local household registration in Xinjiang should apply at the place of household registration in advance, and they need to bring the original pass on the day. Local household registration in Kashgar can be handled at the nearest police station with your ID card.

3. Household registration outside Xinjiang can be handled at any nearby police station in Kashgar with your ID card.

4. Residents from Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan, and overseas personnel need to apply at the comprehensive service hall of Kashi International Self-driving Car and RV Camp.


Q&A Prompts and Replies:

Q: What clothes do I need to bring before departure? Answer: The scenic spots along the way are basically plateaus, so you must bring thick clothes to keep warm, such as fleece jackets, ultra-thin down jackets, thick sweaters, warm autumn clothes and long johns, etc. 

Q: Are the scenic spots along the road complete with facilities, and are there places to eat? Answer: The scenic spots are relatively original, and the natural scenery along the way is very beautiful. Dining is very convenient and not expensive, such as mutton soup or eight dishes and one soup, stir-fried rice and so on.

Question: I heard that the cost of dining in scenic spots along the road is high, how do we eat? Answer: Meals at the restaurants along the way are not expensive and are all cheap. Travel agencies will take tourists to eat at the meal time according to the itinerary of the scenic spots. Generally, individual tourists have to take care of their own meals.

Question: Why does it take nearly 10 hours to travel 200 kilometers to this scenic spot in Kashgar? Answer: Depart from Kashgar to Pamir Gao along the 314 National Highway, because there are many scenic spots on the way, stop and go. The most important thing is the speed limit on the road, so you can rest assured that you will not delay your tour time because of the rush.

Question: Which country is the Pamirs near? A: The Pamir Plateau is 100 kilometers away from Ta County, which is a small border county between China and Pakistan.

Q: Can I stop and take pictures at any time along the way? Answer: You can't stop at any time, because there are many large freight trucks on the road, which are specially transported. There is only one road on the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway, and all freight vehicles and tourist vehicles must pass through it. If safety is guaranteed, a safe section will be chosen. For you to take pictures as souvenirs.

Question: Karakuri Lake, can the lake water wash hands, wash face, and row boats? Answer: The lake is crystal clear, and there is no boating on the lake. Remember not to wash your hands or face, because the Kirgiz herdsmen here drink the holy water of Karakul Lake.

Q: When is the peak tourist season in the Pamirs? Answer: Every year from the beginning of March to October, it is a paradise for photographers. In March, the Apricot Blossom Festival in Datong Township, Taxkorgan County attracted many photographers. January and February: The scenery of the northern country is covered with ice, the branches covered with silver bars, and the smoke from cooking rises through the chimneys covered with snow. March and April: Welcome Spring! This is a grand festival of the year for the Tajik people. It is also a festival that is closely integrated with production and labor. It is a festival with customs and charm. May and June: sunny and beautiful. The sky and water are the same color, and all the colors coexist harmoniously in the Xinjiang border. July and August: options for escaping the heat. There are continuous snow mountains. Greet distinguished guests with a beautiful posture. Although the weather is a bit cooler in September and October, the scenery is still beautiful and charming. In November and December, the snow-capped peaks carry the glaciers of Xue County. Muztag is majestic, pure and elegant. The beautiful legends of young men and women are regarded as a symbol of pure love and are worth watching.

Question: I heard that the Pamirs are beautiful. Why can’t we finish the Pamirs in one day? Answer: The Pamirs are very tall, and the tour is divided into several parts, one-day tour, two-day tour, three-day tour, the Pamirs crossing the deep mountains and valleys, crossing the middle section of the Kunlun Mountains, one side is next to the mountains, the other side is facing the river, the road terrain is very rough Dangerous. If you want to have a glimpse of the beautiful scenery of the Pamirs, our agency can customize an exclusive route for you, so that you will not regret it.

Question: After the one-day tour of the Pamirs, when is the best time to return to Urumqi from Kashgar? Answer: After returning to Kashgar, it will be around 20:00 under normal circumstances, and traffic jams are common. It is recommended that you purchase a return flight or train ticket the next day.

Question: If I still have extra time in Kashgar, is there any recommended attractions worth visiting? Answer: I recommend Kashgar customs, Taklamakan Desert, Markit Dolan culture, etc.

Day 1: Kashgar - Karakul Lake - Ta County

Day 2: Ta County - Waqia Township - Panlong Ancient Road - Ta County - Kashgar