To get to the West Pole of China, it usually takes 2-3 days from Kashgar. Here is a specific itinerary:
Day 1:
+ In the morning, depart from Kashgar and take a bus to the Wucai Mountain, Shell Mountain, and Wuqia Tianshan Kunlun Mountain Confluence Landscape.
+ Lunch at a restaurant in Jigen Township (Smkhana Village).
+ In the afternoon, we will go to China's West Pole Monument (West Pole Frontier Gate, West Pole Pagoda), and then continue our journey to West Pole Village (the first village of China's West Pole, Smukhana Village, and the former site of Irkeshtan Border Crossing).
+ Dinner and overnight at guest house in West Pole Village (Smukhana Village).
Day 2:
+ After breakfast, if you choose Option 1, go to Yuchitash scenic prairie (suitable for summer); if you choose Option 2, go to Ancient Poplar Forest of Plateau Poplar Scenic Area in Wuqia County (suitable for fall).
+ Lunch at a restaurant near the scenic spot.
+ Return to Kashgar in the afternoon. If you choose option 1, then you can play in the prairie or choose other outdoor activities. If you choose option 2, then you can visit the ancient poplar forest in the Plateau Poplar Scenic Area in Wuqia County.
+ Dinner and accommodation in a hotel in Kashgar.
II. Transportation
The main reliance is on road transportation. Most of the journey from Kashgar is on asphalt highway with good road condition. However, because of the special geographical environment, some sections of the road may be affected by the weather. If you are worried about the inconvenience of transportation, you can also choose to rent a private vehicle or charter service. Of course, in order to better enjoy the scenery along the way, it is recommended to drive your own car.
Three, accommodation
In the whole trip, you can choose to stay in the inns and hotels near the various attractions. For example, there are many guesthouses to choose from in Kashgar city, while there are some guest houses and hotels to choose from in Wuqia County. Generally speaking, these accommodations offer basic facilities such as clean and tidy rooms and hot showers. Of course, there are also different accommodation options available according to personal preference and budget.
The above is a general overview of the three aspects of itinerary, transportation options and accommodations for traveling to the West Pole of China. We hope this information can provide you with some reference and help!