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Wang Fei, Manager of the Booking Center for Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service’s New National Train Special Train
🚂 What is it like to travel slowly through Xinjiang by train?
In 2026, the ‘New National Train’ special train for northern and southern Xinjiang, with its comfortable design of ‘soft sleeper all the way,’ allows tourists to enjoy a deep slow travel experience of ‘resting on the train and sightseeing off the train’ during the 14-day journey across the Tianshan Mountains, without the need to frequently move luggage or get up early to rush. This special train not only connects classic attractions like the Flaming Mountains, Kunlun Canyon, Pamir Plateau, Sayram Lake, and Kanas, but also meets the diverse needs of different tourists for pace, accommodation, and service through two product lines: the Affordable Edition and the Luxury Edition.
🌄 Route Highlights:A single journey across four major geographical units of Xinjiang
The ‘New National Train’ special train route spans three major regions: Eastern Xinjiang, Southern Xinjiang, and Northern Xinjiang, covering various landforms such as deserts, oases, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and canyons. From the red Flaming Mountains in Turpan to the jade culture district in Hotan, from the handicraft workshops in Kashgar’s Old City to the白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) on the Pamir Plateau, and then to the lavender fields in the Ili River Valley and the morning mist in Hemu in the Altay region, the entire route balances natural wonders and cultural heritage.
The train uses national standard soft sleeper carriages, equipped with air conditioning, power sockets, reading lights, and storage space. Some trips also offer ‘Little Red Cap’ luggage handling services at Urumqi Station, ensuring a seamless transition from entering the station to boarding. It is especially suitable for family tourists or middle-aged and elderly groups who value travel comfort.
Please note that the specific opening status of attractions and the order of visits may change temporarily due to weather, traffic control, or scenic area policies. The travel agency will reasonably optimize the itinerary in consultation with tourists while ensuring the core experience.
📅 Simplified Itinerary (Strictly based on the original local draft)
New National Train • Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour (Affordable Edition) Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
🚂 What is it like to travel slowly through Xinjiang by train?Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Well, Aydingkol Lake) – Hotan
Day 3:Crossing the He-Ruo Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountain Grand Canyon – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Atlas Silk – Yotkan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan (Special Train) – Kashgar – White Sand Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Old City – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Tongrentang – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Kashgar – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Keziliya Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Kuqa (Special Train) – Kuitun/Yining
Day 8:Kuitun/Yining – Nalati Town
Day 9:Nalati Town – Nalati – Kokdala
Day 10:Kokdala – Lavender – Sayram Lake – Jinghe – Beitun
In 2026, the ‘New National Train’ special train for northern and southern Xinjiang, with its comfortable design of ‘soft sleeper all the way,’ allows tourists to enjoy a deep slow travel experience of ‘resting on the train and sightseeing off the train’ during the 14-day journey across the Tianshan Mountains, without the need to frequently move luggage or get up early to rush. This special train not only connects classic attractions like the Flaming Mountains, Kunlun Canyon, Pamir Plateau, Sayram Lake, and Kanas, but also meets the diverse needs of different tourists for pace, accommodation, and service through two product lines: the Affordable Edition and the Luxury Edition.Day 11:Beitun – Kanas – Rainbow Beach – Burqin
Day 12:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Xinjiang Colorful Cotton Base – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
New National Train • Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour (Luxury Edition) Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Karez Well – Grape Manor – Flaming Mountains – Turpan – Cele
Day 3:Crossing the He-Ruo Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountain Scenic Area – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Atlas Silk – Yotkan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan – Kashgar – Karakul Lake – White Sand Lake – Kashgar
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei
🌄 Route Highlights: A single journey across four major geographical units of XinjiangDay 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Old City – Photoshoot – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Duku Southern Section – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town
Day 8:Nalati Town – Nalati Scenic Area – Lavender Garden – Kokdala
Day 9:Kokdala – Huiyuan Ancient City – Sayram Lake – Bole/Shuanghe
Day 10:Bole/Shuanghe – Strange Stone Valley – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 11:Beitun – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area
Day 12:Hemu – Kanas – Rainbow Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianchi – Colorful Cotton Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Health Hotpot) – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
The ‘New National Train’ special train route spans three major regions: Eastern Xinjiang, Southern Xinjiang, and Northern Xinjiang, covering various landforms such as deserts, oases, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and canyons. From the red Flaming Mountains in Turpan to the jade culture district in Hotan, from the handicraft workshops in Kashgar’s Old City to the白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) on the Pamir Plateau, and then to the lavender fields in the Ili River Valley and the morning mist in Hemu in the Altay region, the entire route balances natural wonders and cultural heritage.💰 Price Explanation (Based on the local finalized version)
New National Train • Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour Affordable Edition:
Tour Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
National Train 4-Person Compartment:Upper berth 5980 RMB/person, Lower berth 6980 RMB/person
Product Standards:Use of local comfortable hotel accommodation, approximately 40 people per group, tickets not included, one-stop tour guide service throughout
New National Train • Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour Luxury Edition:
Tour Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
National Train 4-Person Compartment:Upper berth 14800 RMB/person, Lower berth 15800 RMB/person
Product Standards:Includes 3 nights in 5-star hotels + 4 nights in 4-diamond hotels + 1 night in a Hemu scenic area wooden cabin + 1 night in a Nalati 4-diamond hotel (homestay), no more than 26 people per group, one-stop tour guide service throughout
The train uses national standard soft sleeper carriages, equipped with air conditioning, power sockets, reading lights, and storage space. Some trips also offer ‘Little Red Cap’ luggage handling services at Urumqi Station, ensuring a seamless transition from entering the station to boarding. It is especially suitable for family tourists or middle-aged and elderly groups who value travel comfort.The above prices are reference ranges. Actual costs may vary due to factors such as tour dates and berth availability. The final price is subject to the travel contract signed by both parties.
📞 Registration Method
Tourists can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For detailed itinerary arrangements, berth availability, or special requests (such as connecting rooms, dietary restrictions, etc.), please contact Manager Wang Fei at the travel agency.
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Specific departure point connections, assembly times, and pick-up/drop-off arrangements are subject to customer service confirmation. For address-related matters, please directly consult customer service personnel.
ℹ️ Cost and Service Explanation
The cost includes train sleeper berths, accommodation as listed in the itinerary, local transportation, and tour guide services. Tickets, internal scenic area transportation, personal expenses, and items not specified are to be paid separately. The Luxury Edition includes higher standard accommodation and smaller group sizes, offering a more private and relaxed experience.
All services are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and related regulations. If force majeure factors (such as extreme weather, road closures, temporary scenic area closures, etc.) are encountered during the trip, the travel agency will consult with tourists and make reasonable changes to the order of visits or accommodation locations without reducing the core attractions.
Specific service details, cost composition, and cancellation/modification rules are subject to the actual consultation results and the officially signed travel contract.
🌿 This 14-day journey is not just about seeing the scenery, but also a slow-paced lifestyle experience. Waking up on a smoothly moving train, with a different world outside the window—this might be the ideal way to explore Xinjiang for many.
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