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.