Kashgar Xinjiang: Old City, Livestock Market, Food & Culture

Begin your journey through the crossroads of East and West as your local guide greets you at your hotel in Kashgar. Kashgar Old City: Start with a guided walk through the Kashgar Old City, a living museum of narrow alleyways, mud-brick homes, and centuries-old traditions. As you stroll, your guide will share insights into the region’s unique blend of Central Asian and Islamic influences. Id Kah Mosque: Stop at the Id Kah Mosque, one of the largest in China, and take in the surrounding People’s Square, where daily life unfolds before your eyes—from chess-playing elders to children in traditional dress. Street Food: Enjoy the street food, featuring hand-pulled noodles, roasted lamb, and fragrant pilaf, while learning about the local family traditions. Three local street food tastings are provided. Livestock Market and Bazaars: Dive into the chaos and color of the Kashgar Sunday Livestock Market (open on Sundays only) far away from city. Here, you’ll witness farmers and traders bartering over sheep, camels, and donkeys in a centuries-old marketplace that still pulses with life today. If the livestock bazaar is closed that day, we’ll take you to experience other distinctive local bazaar instead. Experience the Local Life : Visit the Craftsmen’s Streets, where local artisans produce copperware, wood carvings, and traditional musical instruments. Relax at a traditional Uyghur tea house, where you can sip strong tea among locals playing music or dominoes, offering a perfect window into daily life. Your guide will drive you back to your hotel after the tour. You can choose a flexible pickup time — starting earlier to enjoy the Old City in peaceful quiet, while a later start allows to explore more vibrant street stalls.

Step into the heart of Kashgar’s ancient Silk Road charm. Wander the Old City, the Mosque, the livestock market, and explore the bazaars and street food with your expert local guide.