Northern Areas Transportation Corporation (NATCO) announced regular bus service between Gilgit (Pakistan )and Kashgar (China) from June 16, 2006. Bus service would operate daily between Gilgit and Kashgar via the Karakuram Highway through Khunjerab Pass. Only Passport and Border Pass holders can travel. Bus fare from Gilgit to Kashgar is $ 44/- per person, passenger can carry 20 Kg luggage free of cost.