How to Sign Up and Consult for Discounted Prices for Seniors on Group Tours in Xinjiang Recommended Itineraries and Costs
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
[Xinjiang Sunset Glow Special Train + No-Shopping Itinerary Group Dual Modes:2026 Comprehensive Guide for Senior Travelers]
🌄 Itinerary Highlights:In-Depth Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang vs. Short-Distance Essence Slow Tour
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency offers two senior-friendly modes to meet different needs:
I. Sunset Glow Tour Special Train (12-15 days)
Covering core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake of Tianshan – Kanas – Hemu – Sayram Lake – Nalati Grassland – Kashgar Old Town – Pamir Plateau
Advantages of the Special Train:
✔ Full sleeper compartments with large observation windows, USB charging ports, and senior-friendly bedding
✔ Ground transportation uses 35-seat business vehicles, recommending 20 passengers per vehicle for spaciousness
✔ Onboard medical staff monitor blood pressure daily, and wheelchairs are available for loan at scenic spots
II. No-Shopping Small Group Slow Tour (5-7 days)
Focusing on the essence of northern Xinjiang:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake – Kanas – Hemu -五彩滩 (Wucaitai, Colorful Beach)
Itinerary Highlights:
✔ Average daily driving time ≤ 4 hours, with stops at service areas every 1.5 hours
✔ Accommodation prioritizes hotels with elevators; heated blanket wooden houses provided in Hemu Village
✔ Customized light and soft meals, with 2 low-sugar dishes included in each meal
📅 2026 New Departure Dates and Prices
[Xinjiang Sunset Glow Special Train + No-Shopping Itinerary Group Dual Modes: 2026 Comprehensive Guide for Senior Travelers][Special Train Price Reference] (Subject to contract)
4-person compartment (shared bathroom):Upper bunk: 4980 yuan/person, Lower bunk: 5980 yuan/person
2-person compartment (private bathroom):Starting from 9800 yuan/person
Included Items:Special train berth, ground accommodation, first entrance tickets to attractions, 12 dinners and 6 breakfasts, tour guide service, basic insurance
[No-Shopping Itinerary Group Price Reference] (Subject to contract)
7-day Slow Tour of Northern Xinjiang:
Aged 60-65:5280 yuan/person
Aged 65+:4980 yuan/person (with ticket discounts)
Included Items:Business vehicle, 6 nights in hotels with elevators, tickets + shuttle buses, 6 breakfasts and 12 dinners, tour guide service
⚠ Price Notes:
1. Special train prices may fluctuate by departure date, with a 15%-20% increase during peak season (July-August)
2. Groups of 6+ people for no-shopping itineraries can enjoy a 5% discount
3. All prices include travel agency liability insurance; personal accident insurance is recommended
🎯 Senior-Exclusive Preferential Policies (2026 Implementation Standards)
Ticket Discounts:
Aged 60-64:50% discount (valid ID required)
Aged 65+:Free first entrance tickets (applicable to core attractions such as Heavenly Lake, Kanas, Nalati)
🌄 Itinerary Highlights: In-Depth Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang vs. Short-Distance Essence Slow TourShuttle Bus Fees:Full age groups must pay normally (Heavenly Lake: 90 yuan/person, Kanas: 180 yuan/person)
Transportation Discounts:
Urumqi subway and buses are free for seniors aged 65+
Priority ticket purchase windows available for rail travel
Accommodation Discounts:
Partner hotels offer an 15% discount on room rates for guests aged 60+ (must inform travel agency in advance)
🚌 Sample Simple Itinerary (7-day Slow Tour of Northern Xinjiang)
Day 1:Pick-up at Urumqi airport/station
14:00 Check into 4-star hotel (with elevator)
16:00 Visit International Bazaar (1.5 hours of free time)
19:00 Welcome dinner (restaurant, sugar-free drinks provided)
Day 2:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake of Tianshan (1.5-hour drive)
09:00 Take shuttle bus to tour main Heavenly Lake area
12:30 Simple meal in scenic area (noodles + yogurt)
14:00 Maya Mountain Cable Car (voluntary participation; seniors advised to rest at the foot of the mountain)
17:00 Return to Urumqi
Day 3:Urumqi – Fuyun (5-hour drive)
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency offers two senior-friendly modes to meet different needs:08:00 Drive along National Highway 216, with 2 stops at service areas
13:00 Lunch in Fuyun County (specialty cold-water fish)
15:00 Tour Koktokay Geopark
19:00 Check into hotel in Beitun City (foot bath buckets provided)
Day 4:Beitun – Kanas (4-hour drive)
08:00 Drive through Gurbantunggut Desert
12:00 Lunch in Jiadengyu (hand-pulled rice + milk tea)
14:00 Take shuttle bus into Kanas scenic area
16:00 Climb Guanyu Platform (1068 steps, with rest areas provided)
19:00 Check into wooden house in Hemu Village (with heated blanket)
Day 5:Full-day tour of Hemu
06:00 Watch morning mist (gentle section of wooden boardwalk)
09:00 Take photos at Hemu Bridge
11:00 Visit local families of various ethnic groups (experience dairy product making)
14:00 Free time (recommended to rest at village café)
18:00 Dinner (local hot pot, with clear broth option)
I. Sunset Glow Tour Special Train (12-15 days)Day 6:Hemu – Burqin (3-hour drive)
09:00 Drive to Wucaitai (Colorful Beach)
12:00 Lunch in Burqin (grilled dogfish)
14:00 Tour Wucaitai scenic area
16:00 Free time for purchasing dried fruits (recommended: Burqin River Embankment Night Market)
19:00 Check into hotel in Burqin (humidifiers provided)
Day 7:Burqin – Urumqi (8-hour drive)
08:00 Drive back, with a stop at Karamay Devil City
12:00 Lunch in Urho (big plate chicken + mantou)
16:00 Arrive in Urumqi for disbandment
📝 Registration and Service Instructions
Registration Method:
Consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Required Information:Name, valid ID number, contact information, special needs (e.g., wheelchair, vegetarian diet)
Service Standards:
1. Special train groups: Professional medical staff for every 30 people; no more than 40 people per group
2. No-shopping itinerary groups: Full-time tour guide for every 6 people; no more than 12 people per group
Covering core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang: Urumqi – Heavenly Lake of Tianshan – Kanas – Hemu – Sayram Lake – Nalati Grassland – Kashgar Old Town – Pamir Plateau3. Daily disinfection of all vehicles; drivers must hold health certificates
4. Restaurant selection criteria: Open kitchens, provision of public chopsticks and spoons
⚠ Important Reminders:
1. Special train berths must be reserved 30 days in advance; may be fully booked for imminent departures
2. Seniors aged 70+ advised to be accompanied by family members; must sign health commitment form
3. Kanas scenic area has a daily limit of 20,000 visitors; tickets must be reserved in advance during peak season
4. Itinerary may be reasonably adjusted by mutual agreement (e.g., in case of extreme weather)
💡 Practical Tips for Senior Travelers
Equipment Checklist:
Folding cane, magnifying glass, portable pill box (recommended to portion out daily medications)
Thin down jacket + sun protection clothing combination, non-slip sports shoes, sun hat
Dietary Notes:
Limited dining options in scenic areas; recommended to bring energy bars and other snacks
Maintain daily water intake of 1500ml (hotels provide thermos flasks)
Emergency Contacts:
Tour guides equipped with walkie-talkies, available 24 hours
Travel agency provides 24-hour emergency hotline (same as registration contact)
(Subject to actual consultation and contract signing; prices and availability subject to contract confirmation and may fluctuate by departure date)
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
