2026 New National Train Xinjiang Tourism Special Train Core Departure Dates, Pitfall Avoidance Guide + Official Booking Method
Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service New National Train Booking Center
🚂 Slow Travel Through Xinjiang by Train｜14-Day In-Depth Journey on the ‘New National Train’ Special Train, Ushering in a New Mode of Comfortable Sightseeing
If you yearn for the vast Gobi, azure lakes, lush grasslands, and the lingering charm of the ancient Silk Road, while also hoping for a relaxed travel pace, stable accommodation, and no need to constantly move your luggage—then the newly launched ‘New National Train’ Xinjiang tourism special train in 2026 might just be your ideal way to travel.
This special train starts from Urumqi and runs through the core areas of northern and southern Xinjiang, connecting classic attractions such as the Flaming Mountains in Turpan, the jade culture of Hotan, the ancient city of Kashgar, the aerial grasslands of Nalati, the misty wooden houses of Hemu, and the blue waters and skies of Sayram Lake. The entire journey adopts a ‘sleep on the train, sightsee off the train’ model, reducing the hassle of frequently changing hotels and making the trip more relaxed and leisurely.
🌄 Route Highlights:Covering the Essence of Southern and Northern Xinjiang, Balancing Nature and Culture
The ‘New National Train’ special train features two carefully designed product lines—the Affordable Edition and the Luxury Edition—both covering Xinjiang’s most representative geographical units over a 14-day itinerary:
Southern Xinjiang Section:Venture deep into the southern edge of the Taklamakan Desert, visit Hotan Tuancheng and Yotkan Ancient City, experience the culture of Atlas silk, and gaze at the snow-capped peaks of the Kunlun Mountains in the distance.
Pamir Plateau:Pass through白沙湖 (Baisha Lake) and Karakul Lake, gaze at Muztagh Ata from afar, and experience the serene grandeur of plateau lakes.
Northern Xinjiang Scenery:Traverse the Ahe Highway and the southern section of the Duku Highway, visit top natural attractions like Kanas, Hemu,五彩滩 (Rainbow Beach), and Sayram Lake.
Historical Imprints:Explore Karez wells, the Flaming Mountains, Kuqa Grand Canyon, and Huiyuan Ancient City, touching the historical threads of the Silk Road.
The train is equipped with air conditioning, power outlets, reading lights, and storage space, with attendants on duty 24/7. Some departures also offer ‘Little Red Cap’ luggage handling services at Urumqi Station, ensuring a seamless transition from entering the station to boarding the train, truly allowing for ‘light packing and worry-free travel’.
🚂 Slow Travel Through Xinjiang by Train｜14-Day In-Depth Journey on the ‘New National Train’ Special Train, Ushering in a New Mode of Comfortable Sightseeing🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Strictly included as per the local finalized original text)
New National Train • Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour (Affordable Edition) Simplified Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Wells, Aydingkol Lake) – Hotan
Day 3:Cross the Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountains Grand Canyon – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Atlas Silk – Yotkan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan (Special Train) – Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Ancient 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
If you yearn for the vast Gobi, azure lakes, lush grasslands, and the lingering charm of the ancient Silk Road, while also hoping for a relaxed travel pace, stable accommodation, and no need to constantly move your luggage—then the newly launched ‘New National Train’ Xinjiang tourism special train in 2026 might just be your ideal way to travel.Day 9:Nalati Town – Nalati – Kokdala
Day 10:Kokdala – Lavender – Sayram Lake – Jinghe – Beitun
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) Simplified Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Karez Wells – Grape Manor – Flaming Mountains – Turpan – Cele
Day 3:Cross the Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountains Scenic Area – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Atlas Silk – Yotkan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei
This special train starts from Urumqi and runs through the core areas of northern and southern Xinjiang, connecting classic attractions such as the Flaming Mountains in Turpan, the jade culture of Hotan, the ancient city of Kashgar, the aerial grasslands of Nalati, the misty wooden houses of Hemu, and the blue waters and skies of Sayram Lake. The entire journey adopts a ‘sleep on the train, sightsee off the train’ model, reducing the hassle of frequently changing hotels and making the trip more relaxed and leisurely.Day 5:Hotan – Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Baisha Lake – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Ancient 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 – Rainbow Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianchi – Colorful Cotton Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Health Hotpot) – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
🌄 Route Highlights: Covering the Essence of Southern and Northern Xinjiang, Balancing Nature and Culture💰 Price Explanation (Based on Local Facts)
New National Train • Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour Affordable Edition:
Departure 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:Selected comfortable local hotel accommodation, approximately 40 people per group, excluding tickets, one-stop tour guide service throughout the journey
New National Train • Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour Luxury Edition:
Departure 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:3 nights in 5-star hotels + 4 nights in 4-diamond hotels + 1 night in a Hemu scenic area wooden house + 1 night in a Nalati 4-diamond hotel (homestay), no more than 26 people per group, one-stop tour guide service throughout the journey
> Note:The above prices are for reference only. Specific costs, availability, and service details are subject to actual consultation and the signed contract, and may fluctuate with departure dates.
The ‘New National Train’ special train features two carefully designed product lines—the Affordable Edition and the Luxury Edition—both covering Xinjiang’s most representative geographical units over a 14-day itinerary:📞 Registration Method
You can register and inquire through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For detailed itinerary materials or to confirm availability, please contact:
Manager Wang Fei (Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service)
Phone/WeChat:Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
ℹ️ Cost and Service Explanation
The hotel standards, vehicle arrangements, tour guide services, etc., listed in the itinerary are all subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties;
Items not included, such as scenic area tickets, some meals, and personal expenses, should be confirmed with the travel agency before departure;
Due to force majeure factors such as weather, traffic, or policy changes, the itinerary may be reasonably modified upon mutual agreement;
Train berth allocation follows the unified scheduling of the railway department, and specific carriages and berths are subject to the issued tickets;
Value-added services such as ‘Little Red Cap’ luggage handling are provided based on the station’s daily operations and are not mandatory commitments.
🌿 Xinjiang has vast territory and diverse scenery, making it difficult to see everything in one trip. However, the ‘New National Train’ special train, through scientific route design and comfortable mobile accommodation, efficiently connects the highlights of southern and northern Xinjiang. Whether you want to experience oasis civilization, plateau lakes, grassland forests, or historical relics, this route offers an immersive experience.
Currently, bookings for the 2026 departures are open. It is recommended to confirm your travel intentions in advance to secure your preferred berths and service resources. For specific arrangements, be sure to communicate and confirm with the travel agency to ensure a smooth and worry-free trip.
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