How to Buy Tickets for Xinjiang Special Train Tourism Official Channels + Booking Process Guide

Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service New National Train Booking Center
🚂 New National Train Xinjiang Special Routes May–September Schedule Released:14-Day Slow Tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang: A Landscape Scroll on Wheels
As the train slowly passes the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, the window frames a shifting panorama of rolling dunes and oases; when you sleep in the carriage and open the window at dawn to see Tianshan snow peaks reflected on the lake—this is not a movie scene, but the real experience of the 2026 ‘New National Train’ Southern and Northern Xinjiang tourism special. As a railway tourism product that has gained attention in recent years, the ‘New National Train’ follows a rhythm of ‘travel by day, sleep by night, one stop one view,’ allowing tourists to deeply experience Xinjiang’s vastness and diversity in comfortable motion.
🌄 Detailed Introduction to Routes or Destinations
The ‘New National Train’ special route runs through the core areas of northern and southern Xinjiang, from the Flaming Mountains in Turpan, Eastern Xinjiang, to the Kunlun Canyon in Hotan, Southern Xinjiang; from the thousand-year-old streets of Kashgar Old City to the白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau; then via the northern section of the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, finally arriving at Kanas and Hemu in Northern Xinjiang. The entire journey covers snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, canyons, ancient cities, and other diverse landscapes and cultural sites, making it a condensed panoramic corridor of Xinjiang.
The train uses fixed formations, equipped with air conditioning, power outlets, hot water supply, and attendant services. Some seats are set up as 4-person compartments, balancing privacy and social interaction. The itinerary avoids frequent hotel changes, reducing the burden of moving luggage, making it especially suitable for tourists who want a relaxed trip and focus on the pace of experience. Accommodation along the route is arranged according to product grade, including comfortable hotels, four-diamond or five-star hotels, and characteristic wooden houses in the Hemu scenic area, providing both convenience and immersion.
Please note that Xinjiang is vast, and some sections may be affected by seasons, weather, or traffic controls. Under the premise of ensuring core attractions, the travel agency may reasonably adjust the order of stops. The specific arrangements are subject to the actual tour schedule.
🗓 Simplified Itinerary (Strictly Based on Local Final Version)
New National Train • Southern and Northern Xinjiang 14-Day Tour (Budget-Friendly) Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi

🚂 New National Train Xinjiang Special Routes May–September Schedule Released: 14-Day Slow Tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang, a Landscape Scroll on WheelsDay 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Well, Ayding Lake) – Hotan
Day 3:Crossing the He-Ruo Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountain Grand Canyon – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Atlas Silk – Yuetegan 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

As the train slowly passes the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, the window frames a shifting panorama of rolling dunes and oases; when you sleep in the carriage and open the window at dawn to see Tianshan snow peaks reflected on the lake—this is not a movie scene, but the real experience of the 2026 ‘New National Train’ Southern and Northern Xinjiang tourism special. As a railway tourism product that has gained attention in recent years, the ‘New National Train’ follows a rhythm of ‘travel by day, sleep by night, one stop one view,’ allowing tourists to deeply experience Xinjiang’s vastness and diversity in comfortable motion.Day 11:Beitun – Kanas – Colorful 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 14-Day Tour (Luxury) 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 – Yuetegan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market

🌄 Detailed Introduction to Routes or DestinationsDay 5:Hotan – Kashgar – Karakul Lake – White Sand Lake – Kashgar

Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Consultation Center
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Old City – Photoshoot – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Southern Section of Duku Highway – 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 – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianchi – Colorful Cotton Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Health Hotpot) – Urumqi

The ‘New National Train’ special route runs through the core areas of northern and southern Xinjiang, from the Flaming Mountains in Turpan, Eastern Xinjiang, to the Kunlun Canyon in Hotan, Southern Xinjiang; from the thousand-year-old streets of Kashgar Old City to the白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau; then via the northern section of the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, finally arriving at Kanas and Hemu in Northern Xinjiang. The entire journey covers snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, canyons, ancient cities, and other diverse landscapes and cultural sites, making it a condensed panoramic corridor of Xinjiang.Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
💰 Price Explanation (Based on 2026 Final Data)
New National Train • Southern and Northern Xinjiang 14-Day Tour Budget-Friendly:
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 Standard:Selected local comfortable hotel accommodation, approximately 40 people per group, excluding tickets, one-stop tour guide service throughout
New National Train • Southern and Northern Xinjiang 14-Day Tour Luxury:
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

The train uses fixed formations, equipped with air conditioning, power outlets, hot water supply, and attendant services. Some seats are set up as 4-person compartments, balancing privacy and social interaction. The itinerary avoids frequent hotel changes, reducing the burden of moving luggage, making it especially suitable for tourists who want a relaxed trip and focus on the pace of experience. Accommodation along the route is arranged according to product grade, including comfortable hotels, four-diamond or five-star hotels, and characteristic wooden houses in the Hemu scenic area, providing both convenience and immersion.Product Standard:3 nights five-star hotel + 4 nights four-diamond hotel + 1 night Hemu scenic area wooden house + 1 night Nalati four-diamond hotel (homestay), no more than 26 people per group, one-stop tour guide service throughout
> Note:The above prices are reference ranges. Actual costs may vary slightly depending on the tour date, room type, or service details. The final price is subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties.
📞 Registration Method
Tourists can inquire and register for this route through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For detailed itinerary materials, seat availability, or special needs (such as group travel, elderly travelers, etc.), it is recommended to contact customer service in advance for confirmation.
🧳 Fee and Service Explanation
The fee includes round-trip special train seats, accommodation as listed in the itinerary, tour guide service, and some ground transportation. Tickets, meals, personal expenses, and items not specified are at your own expense. The ‘one-stop tour guide service’ mentioned in the itinerary refers to full-time accompanying explanation from pick-up to drop-off, but does not include secondary consumption items within the scenic area.
For special services, the Urumqi Station provides ‘Little Red Cap’ luggage handling assistance to help tourists seamlessly transition from the station to the special train, reducing the burden of carrying large luggage.
All itinerary arrangements are based on current feasible conditions. In case of force majeure factors (such as extreme weather, temporary traffic controls, scenic area capacity limits, etc.), the travel agency will negotiate with tourists to reasonably optimize the itinerary while ensuring the core experience. For specific service content, fee details, and cancellation/modification policies, please refer to the ‘Tourism Contract’ and ‘Itinerary Sheet,’ and comply with the relevant provisions of the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China.’
📲 Contact Information
For the latest 2026 New National Train special route seat availability, carriage photos, or customized suggestions, you can consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service (#☎️/#Same as Wang Fei). Customer service staff will provide matching product descriptions and booking assistance based on your travel time, group size, and preferences.
One special train, fourteen days and nights, crossing the Tianshan Mountains from north to south. Whether it’s the high cost-effectiveness of the budget-friendly version or the refined experience of the luxury version, the ‘New National Train’ attempts to find a relaxed way to see Xinjiang between the wheels and the scenery. And the real journey begins the moment you dial #☎️ and confirm your intention.
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