5 Days Kyrgyzstan-China-Xinjiang-PakistanMotorbike Tour from Irkeshtam to Konjerab

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The 5-day Kyrgyzstan-China-Xinjiang-Pakistan motorbike tour from Irkeshtam to Khunjerab offers a high-altitude adventure through some of the most stunning and remote landscapes in Central Asia and the Karakoram Range....

Code of Tour: CDT0000090086

Length of Travel: 5 Day

Destinations of Tour: (Kyrgyzstan) - Irkeshtam – Kashgar – Karakuli Lake – Taxkorgan – Khunjerab – (Pakistan)

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The 5-day Kyrgyzstan-China-Xinjiang-Pakistan motorbike tour from Irkeshtam to Khunjerab offers a high-altitude adventure through some of the most stunning and remote landscapes in Central Asia and the Karakoram Range. This tour takes you across the rugged terrain of Kyrgyzstan, through the culturally rich region of Xinjiang in China, and into the breathtaking landscapes of Pakistan. You’ll traverse diverse environments from high mountain passes to picturesque lakes, making this a truly memorable and exhilarating ride.

Trip Highlights

1. Irkeshtam (Kyrgyzstan):
   • Border Crossing: Begin your journey at the Irkeshtam Border, transitioning from Kyrgyzstan into China. The area offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and is the gateway to the rugged landscapes of the Karakoram Highway.
2. Kashgar (China):
   • Historic Silk Road City: Explore Kashgar, a key historical Silk Road city with vibrant markets, ancient architecture, and a rich cultural heritage. Highlights include the Sunday Market and the Id Kah Mosque.
3. Karakul Lake (China):
   • Scenic Lake: Visit Karakul Lake, a high-altitude lake set against the dramatic backdrop of the Pamir Mountains. The lake’s serene waters and surrounding peaks offer breathtaking views and excellent photo opportunities.
4. Taxkorgan (China):
   • Remote Frontier Town: Discover Taxkorgan, a remote town known for its proximity to the Pakistan border and its distinctive Tajik culture. The area is characterized by its rugged mountain terrain and traditional architecture.
5. Khunjerab Pass (China-Pakistan Border):
   • High Mountain Pass: Ride through the Khunjerab Pass, one of the highest paved international border crossings in the world. The pass offers spectacular views of the Karakoram Range and is a major highlight of the tour.
6. Conclude in Pakistan:
   • Entry into Pakistan: Cross into Pakistan, where you can reflect on the diverse and stunning landscapes you’ve experienced, from Kyrgyzstan’s high-altitude terrain to the dramatic mountain scenery of the Karakoram Highway.

General Information

• Scenic Beauty: The tour features some of the most spectacular and diverse landscapes in Central Asia and the Karakoram, including high-altitude lakes, rugged mountain passes, and culturally rich cities.
• Cultural Experience: Experience a blend of Kyrgyz, Uyghur, Tajik, and Pakistani cultures, each with its own unique traditions and heritage.

Tour Destinations:
(Kyrgyzstan) – Irkeshtam – Kashgar – Karakuli Lake – Taxkorgan – Khunjerab – (Pakistan)

• Entrance Customs into China: Irkeshtam
• Exit Customs from China: Khunjerab
• Enter China from (Land Name): Kyrgyzstan
• Leave China to (Land Name): Pakistan

Highlights

• Drive along the Karakoram Highway from Kyrgyzstan via Xinjiang to Pakistan
• Explore the oasis city of Kashgar
• Visit Karakuli Lake at the foot of Mountain Mustagh-Ata
• Discover the Stone City Ruins in Taxkorgan

Itinerary

Day 1: Enter China and Ride from Irkeshtam to Kashgar

• Distance: Approx. 234KM to Kashgar
• Duration: Approx. 3hr 30min
• Description:
  • Arrive in Irkeshtam port, the border between China and Kyrgyzstan, in the morning.
  • Meet your guide and leading car at the Chinese country border.
  • Cross approx. 110km of no man’s land to reach the Irkeshtam border.
  • The guide will assist with complex custom formalities, which may take a lot of time.
  • Leave the border in the late afternoon and ride to Kashgar.
  • Accommodation: 3 nights in Kashgar

Day 2: Kashgar – Vehicle Check and Documentation

• Description:
  • Undergo vehicle check and obtain temporary name plate and driving license.

Day 3: Kashgar – City Sightseeing

• Distance: Approx. 70KM
• Description:
  • Explore Kashgar with your guide.
  • Visit the bazaar where many Uyghur people conduct business, the old city area of Kashgar, Id Kah Mosque, and the Tomb of Abakh Hoja.

Day 4: Kashgar to Karakuli Lake and Taxkorgan

• Distance: Approx. 292KM
• Duration: Approx. 6.5hrs
• Description:
  • Check out in the morning and leave for Tashkurgan.
  • Visit Karakuli Lake at the foot of Mountain Mustagh-Ata en route.
  • In Taxkorgan, visit the Stone City Ruins.
  • Accommodation: 1 night in 2* Benleixin Hotel

Day 5: Tashkurgan to Khunjerab

• Description:
  • Leave in the morning for Khunjerab Pass between China and Pakistan.
  • Complete custom formalities and enter Pakistan.
  • Note: Services end in China.