Khorgos Port

伊犁霍尔果斯口岸

Xinjiang, Ili·43.5452°N, 86.1334°E

Ticket Price

CNY 60, students CNY 30

Duration

3-4 hours

About Khorgos Port

One of China's major land ports on the border with Kazakhstan, where the Eurasian rail network links the two countries. Visit the border gate plaza, duty-free zone and port museum, a lively frontier where East meets Central Asia.

Highlights

• A major land border port with Kazakhstan. • International crossing, free-trade zone and duty-free shopping. • The national gate (Guo Men) plaza.

Suggested Route

Visit the border gate and port museum, the duty-free mall and the national gate; allow 2 h.

Food & Lodging

Huocheng/Khorgos town offers naan and kebabs; hotels in Khorgos.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, museum and shopping; bring a passport for cross-border.

Travel Tips

Visit early morning or late afternoon to avoid tour groups. Respect cultural artifacts and no-flash photography.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: June-September

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.