How to Combine Special Tour Train and Chartered Vehicle in Xinjiang Joint Tour Cost Guide Recommended Routes and Prices

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Explore Xinjiang:A Comprehensive Guide to Creative Combination Play and Costs of Customized Vehicles and Special Trains
Xinjiang, a vast and boundless land, attracts countless tourists with its magnificent natural scenery and rich cultural history. To deeply experience the beauty of Xinjiang, a combination of customized vehicles and special trains is undoubtedly an ideal choice. This article will provide you with a detailed introduction to the itinerary, schedule, prices, and registration methods for this combination play, helping you easily plan an unforgettable trip to Xinjiang.
Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or Destination
Xinjiang covers a vast area with scattered attractions. The combination of customized vehicles and special trains can fully leverage the advantages of both transportation methods, ensuring both the flexibility of the itinerary and the comfort and convenience of the special train.
Northern Xinjiang Natural Scenery Route
Northern Xinjiang is dominated by natural scenery such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and forests, making it a paradise for photography enthusiasts and nature explorers. Major attractions include Heavenly Lake of Tianshan, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland.
Heavenly Lake of Tianshan:Known as the “Pearl of Tianshan,” this lake has clear waters surrounded by mountains, offering a classic alpine lake landscape near Urumqi.
Kanas Lake:A national 5A-level scenic spot, the lake changes color with the seasons and is surrounded by iconic attractions such as Wolong Bay, Moon Bay, and Fairy Bay.
Hemu Village:A primitive village inhabited by the Tuwa people, with wooden houses arranged in a picturesque manner. The morning mist, cooking smoke, and birch forests create an oil painting-like scene.
Sayram Lake:The highest and largest alpine lake in Xinjiang, with a scenic road around the lake spanning approximately 90 kilometers. Several new observation decks and self-drive campsites have been added.

Explore Xinjiang: A Comprehensive Guide to Creative Combination Play and Costs of Customized Vehicles and Special TrainsNalati Grassland:One of the world’s four largest grasslands, the aerial grassland route offers a vertical landscape belt overlooking snow-capped mountains and meadows.
Southern Xinjiang Cultural Scenery Route
Southern Xinjiang, on the other hand, is dominated by cultural landscapes such as ancient cities, canyons, and plateau lakes, showcasing Xinjiang’s diverse cultural heritage. Major attractions include Kashgar Old City, Pamir Plateau, Baisha Lake, Muztagh Ata, and Kuqa Grand Canyon.
Kashgar Old City:An ancient city with a thousand-year history, it is an excellent destination to experience the customs and architectural art of various ethnic groups.
Pamir Plateau:Known as the “Roof of the Plateau,” it offers breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains, lakes, and grasslands along the way.
Baisha Lake:The lake has clear waters surrounded by white sand dunes, creating a unique landscape.
Muztagh Ata:Known as the “Father of Ice Mountains,” it is a popular spot for mountaineering and photography.
Kuqa Grand Canyon:The red-brown rocks form奇特 (qí tè, unique/strange) geological features due to wind erosion, leaving visitors in awe.
Simple Itinerary
Here is a simple 12-day itinerary combining customized vehicles and special trains for a tour of northern and southern Xinjiang:

Xinjiang, a vast and boundless land, attracts countless tourists with its magnificent natural scenery and rich cultural history. To deeply experience the beauty of Xinjiang, a combination of customized vehicles and special trains is undoubtedly an ideal choice. This article will provide you with a detailed introduction to the itinerary, schedule, prices, and registration methods for this combination play, helping you easily plan an unforgettable trip to Xinjiang.Day 1:Arrival in Urumqi, Acclimate to Climate
Arrive in Urumqi, check into a hotel after airport pickup, and enjoy free time to acclimate to Xinjiang’s climate and time difference.
Day 2:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake of Tianshan – Fuyun
Travel by customized vehicle to Heavenly Lake of Tianshan for a 4-hour visit, return to Urumqi in the evening, and then transfer to a special train to Fuyun.
Day 3:Fuyun – Koktokay – Burqin
Visit Koktokay Geopark by customized vehicle, then head to Burqin in the afternoon, enjoying the scenery of northern Xinjiang along the way.
Day 4:Burqin – Kanas Lake
Travel by customized vehicle to Kanas Lake for a full-day visit, take a boat to Guanyu Terrace for a panoramic view, and climb Guanyu Terrace in the evening to photograph the sunset.
Day 5:Kanas – Hemu Village
Travel by customized vehicle to Hemu Village to photograph the village in the morning mist, experience the lifestyle of the Tuwa people, and photograph the starry sky in the evening.
Day 6:Hemu Village – Devil City – Karamay

Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or DestinationDepart Hemu Village by customized vehicle, visit Devil City along the way, and arrive in Karamay in the evening.
Day 7:Karamay – Sayram Lake
Travel by customized vehicle to Sayram Lake for a scenic drive around the lake, with recommended stops at Xihai Grassland and Kele Yongzhu.
Day 8:Sayram Lake – Yining
Travel by customized vehicle to Yining, visiting the Guozigou Bridge along the way. Arrive in Yining in the afternoon for free time.
Day 9:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Travel by customized vehicle to Nalati Grassland, visiting the aerial grassland and river valley grassland to experience the grassland scenery.
Day 10:Nalati – Duku Highway – Kuqa
If the Duku Highway is open, travel by customized vehicle across the highway, enjoying the scenery along the way, and arrive in Kuqa in the evening. If the highway is closed, take the conventional G217 route instead.
Day 11:Kuqa – Kuqa Grand Canyon – Kashgar

Xinjiang covers a vast area with scattered attractions. The combination of customized vehicles and special trains can fully leverage the advantages of both transportation methods, ensuring both the flexibility of the itinerary and the comfort and convenience of the special train.Visit Kuqa Grand Canyon by customized vehicle, then transfer to a special train to Kashgar in the afternoon.
Day 12:Explore Kashgar Old City, Departure
Upon arrival in Kashgar, visit Kashgar Old City and Gaotai Residential Area by customized vehicle to experience the customs of various ethnic groups. Transfer to the airport in the afternoon to conclude the itinerary.
Price Information
The combined cost of customized vehicles and special trains for Xinjiang tourism varies depending on the vehicle type, season, itinerary duration, and route complexity. Here is a rough cost reference range (based on 2026 market conditions):
Customized Vehicle Costs
Seven-seater business vehicle (e.g., Buick GL8, Trumpchi M8):Approximately 1,500–2,000 yuan per day during peak season, suitable for small groups of 4–6 people.
Fourteen-seater minibus:Approximately 1,800–2,400 yuan per day during peak season, suitable for teams of 8–12 people.
Bus with over 20 seats:Approximately 2,000–3,500 yuan per day during peak season, suitable for large teams.
The above costs typically include vehicle usage fees, fuel costs, toll fees, parking fees, driver’s salary, and basic insurance. The driver’s accommodation and meal expenses are generally borne by the guests or subsidized, with specific standards negotiable with the travel agency.

Northern Xinjiang Natural Scenery RouteSpecial Train Costs
Special train costs vary depending on the train number, seat class, and itinerary duration, and are generally included in the overall tourism package. Specific costs must be inquired with the travel agency based on the selected train and itinerary.
Total Cost Reference
For a 12-day tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, if a seven-seater business vehicle is selected, the reference range for vehicle and driver services for the entire trip is approximately 18,000–24,000 yuan. Adding special train costs, scenic spot tickets, accommodation, and meals, the total cost may range from 30,000–50,000 yuan. Specific costs are subject to the contract signed by both parties.
Registration Method
You can register for this combined itinerary of customized vehicles and special trains for Xinjiang tourism through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. This travel agency has rich tourism resources and a professional service team, capable of providing you with tailored tourism solutions.
Cost Information and Service Information
Costs Include:Vehicle usage fees, fuel costs, toll fees, parking fees, driver’s salary, and basic insurance; special train costs (based on selected train number and seat class); some scenic spot tickets (specific to itinerary arrangements).
Costs Do Not Include:Driver’s accommodation and meal expenses (subsidy standards negotiable); personal travel accident insurance (recommended for guests to purchase on their own); fees for shuttle buses, cable cars, etc. within scenic spots; personal consumption and self-funded items.
Service Standards: Vehicles have formal operating qualifications and undergo regular maintenance, equipped with first aid kits, drinking water, and charging equipment; drivers are licensed, familiar with road conditions across Xinjiang, and provide basic explanation services; routes can be reasonably changed upon mutual agreement during the itinerary, and in case of force majeure such as weather or traffic control, arrangements will be optimized with safety as the priority.
Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Xinjiang has a vast territory with seasonal characteristics in climate and road conditions. It is recommended to plan in advance and communicate fully with the service provider. For all itinerary details, prices, and availability, please refer to the actual consultation and contract content.
Xinjiang, this secret and beautiful land, awaits your exploration and discovery. Choose the combination play of customized vehicles and special trains to make your journey more flexible, comfortable, and unforgettable. Take action now and embark on your Xinjiang adventure! If you have any questions or need more information, please consult Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency.

Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send your itinerary and receive a quote.