D1 Id Kah Mosque /Tomb of Xiangfei
Today we will first visit Id Kah Mosque, which is also renowned for its long and glorious history. The building complex comprises the Hall of Prayer, the Doctrine-Teaching Hall, the gate tower, a pond and some other auxiliary structures. It is the largest mosque in China with an area of 16,800 square meters, and could hold 10,000 prayers at the same time.
After visiting Id Kah Mosque , we will have our lunch .
In the afternoon , we will visit the Tomb of Xiangfei. Xiangfei (Fragrant Imperial Concubine) is one of the concubines of the Qing Dynasty Emperor Qianlong. It was said that her body send forth the rich delicate fragrance of flower, so called Xiangfei. After her death , her remains were escorted back to Kashgar and were buried in the Apak Hoja Tomb, the tomb of the descendants of an Islamic sage.
Then we will send you to your hotel , and you will have your dinner here . After that you can go back to your room and have a good rest for the trip of tomorrow .
D2 Karakul lake/Uygur village
In the early morning , we will pick you up at your hotel . Then we will drive to Karakul lake (4-5hours). Explore a rural Uyghur village on the way by donkey cart. And visit a small musical instrument workshop. After that , we will continue our trip by country dirt road, you will come across the green fields under bright blue sky, Uygur men and women working under the sun in the fields, other donkey carts driven by Uyghur people . In this way you will catch more folk face pictures which make you a good show off among your friends. We will arrive at the worlds highest alpine lake-Karakul Lake around lunch time. This is a pure world: calm lake reflecting the surrounding snow peaks above 6,000m, among them is MusztaghAta (7546m). Free time and enjoy the sunset. Stay overnight in Tajik yurt or camp.
D3 Karakul Lake/Kashgar
If you like, get up early to picture the sunrise. Enjoy some peaceful time and a free morning walking around the lake. You can also ride a horse to walk around the lake (optional). After lunch, we will hit our way back. Kashgar has remained sheltered from outside influences with locals who are very friendly. Walking through the narrow lanes of this old town evokes a scene from the Arabian Nights. In the afternoon , we will drive back to Kashgar . Then your tour in China is finished . Bon voyage! Have a nice trip.
Our prices included:
1. Hotel Pick-up and drop-off
2. Air-conditioned tour vehicle
3. English Speaking tour guide
4. Typical Chinese lunches and one dinner.
5. One night accommodation in Tajike Yurt.
Our prices not included :
1. Tips to the guide and driver
2. The accommodation in Kashgar.
Pick-up point and time: Your Hotel between 7:00am and 8:30am
Finishing point and time: Your Hotel around 6:00pm
If you require, we can book hotels in Chengdu, and make private airport and city tour necessary.
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