Tianshan 13 Day Tour｜Official Website Registration + Booking Process Guide
For more details about Xinjiang tourism special trains, please contact Zhang Jing, customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: 181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat)
🚞 2026 Tianshan No. 13-Day Tour Booking Guide
For tourists who want to visit multiple core scenic spots in Xinjiang in one go without frequently planning transfers, the Tianshan No. 13-Day Tour is a good choice. This route connects classic attractions from Northern Xinjiang to Southern Xinjiang, from alpine lakes to grassland forests, from Danxia landforms to plateau scenery, and then to cultural old towns and characteristic canyons. The 13-day itinerary allows you to experience the natural and cultural features of different regions of Xinjiang.
🌿 Introduction to Core Scenic Spots on the Route
Tianchi Lake of Tianshan Mountain is located in Fukang City. It is an alpine lake scenic area with water sourced from Tianshan glacier snowmelt. The water temperature is low year-round, averaging 4 to 5°C. The area is an ecological reserve with complex water terrain. When visiting, follow the scenic area regulations, do not play or swim near the water, stay away from non-open areas by the water, and take care of accompanying elderly and children.
According to the latest 2026 entry policy for Kanas and Hemu scenic areas, tourists do not need to make reservations in advance. They can purchase tickets in advance through the scenic area’s official WeChat account or online OTA platforms, or buy tickets directly at the scenic area visitor center windows or self-service ticketing systems before entering. The scenic area switches to summer operation mode from May 1st each year, with opening and closing hours from 8:00 to 20:00 from May 1st to October 15th. During this period, the scenic area provides green travel services with shuttle buses and village buses. The village bus operates from 8:00 to 24:00, making travel convenient. Climbing to the Fish Viewing Platform offers a panoramic view of Kanas Lake. Hemu Village’s original village style is also very distinctive. The Danxia landforms of Wucaitan have strong color layering at sunset, suitable for photography.
Sayram Lake is known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean’ and offers different features in different seasons: from June to August, the lake water is clear, and wildflowers like golden lotus and iris bloom along the shore, with temperatures between 15 and 25°C, ideal for summer escapes; from September to October, the lakeside meadows turn golden, the lake water is clearer, and there are fewer tourists; from April to May, it’s the ice-melting period, with the lake half ice and half blue, often with naturally growing swans; in winter, you can see natural landscapes like blue ice, ice bubbles, and ice push. Good spots to visit include Qinshuitan, Dianjiangtai, and Keleyongzhu by the lake. You can also take photos of the bridge and lake together at the Guozigou Bridge viewing platform.
Nalati Grassland is located in Xinyuan County, Ili Prefecture. It is a subalpine meadow plant area with high vegetation coverage, growing various plants like fine-stemmed iris, rough sage, false gentian, and sedge. It has been a well-known pasture since ancient times. The scenic area’s 2026 opening hours are 08:30 to 20:00. Tickets are priced differently for peak and off-peak seasons: peak season (June 1 to September 30) ticket price is 95 yuan/person, off-peak season (April 1 to May 31, October 1 to November 30) ticket price is 60 yuan/person, and special period (December 1 to March 31 of the next year) ticket price is 37.5 yuan/person. Tickets are valid for 48 hours and allow two entries. The scenic area has two shuttle bus routes: the Grassland Route and the Forest Park Route. Tourists can choose based on their needs. The surrounding area also offers experiences of local ethnic folk cultures.
Along the southern section of the Duku Highway, you can experience landscape changes from mountains to Gobi. Restan Old Street has rich local cultural features. On the Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake, Stone City, and Golden Grassland offer unique landscapes. Baisha Lake has fine sand and clear water. In Kashgar Old City, you can experience local life. Xiangfei Garden has profound cultural heritage. Wensu Grand Canyon features large-scale Danxia landforms. Tacun Village offers comfortable pastoral scenery. Turpan’s Flaming Mountain, Grape Manor, and Karez Well are all local attractions, allowing you to experience different customs.
📝 Simplified Itinerary
Day 01:Departure – Urumqi (pick-up and hotel check-in) | Meals: Not included | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
🚞 2026 Tianshan No. 13-Day Tour Booking GuideDay 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jiadengyu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jiadengyu
Day 04:Jiadengyu – Hemu – Wucaitan – Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 05:Jinghenan – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Liuxing Street – Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
Day 06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayinbuluke | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayin Town
Day 07:Bayinbuluke – Southern Duku Highway – Restan Old Street – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 08:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Taxian County
Day 09:Taxian County – Tajik Home Visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Xiangfei Garden – Aksu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 11:Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon – Tacun Village – Turpan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 12:Flaming Mountain – Grape Manor – Fruit Feast – Karez Well – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – All over China (drop-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm Home
For tourists who want to visit multiple core scenic spots in Xinjiang in one go without frequently planning transfers, the Tianshan No. 13-Day Tour is a good choice. This route connects classic attractions from Northern Xinjiang to Southern Xinjiang, from alpine lakes to grassland forests, from Danxia landforms to plateau scenery, and then to cultural old towns and characteristic canyons. The 13-day itinerary allows you to experience the natural and cultural features of different regions of Xinjiang.💰 Price Description
I. Schedule (Urumqi assembly date) and corresponding prices
1. May 7
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:13999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:19999 yuan/person
Executive Double Room:19999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:18999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:12999 yuan/person
2. July 28 / August 11
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:14999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:20999 yuan/person
Our agency offers various travel options for everyone, including special train tours, carpool tours, group tours, and customized car services. For detailed inquiries, call: 181-3962-2233 (copy to add as friend for detailed consultation on Xinjiang travel itineraries and prices)
🌿 Introduction to Core Scenic Spots on the RouteSilver Diamond Presidential Suite:24999 yuan/person
Executive Double Room:20999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:19999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:13999 yuan/person
3. June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Upper Berth:16999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Lower Berth:17999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:24999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 yuan/person
Executive Double Room:26888 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25888 yuan/person
Tianchi Lake of Tianshan Mountain is located in Fukang City. It is an alpine lake scenic area with water sourced from Tianshan glacier snowmelt. The water temperature is low year-round, averaging 4 to 5°C. The area is an ecological reserve with complex water terrain. When visiting, follow the scenic area regulations, do not play or swim near the water, stay away from non-open areas by the water, and take care of accompanying elderly and children.Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 yuan/person
4. June 13 / 25 / September 5
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:21888 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:29888 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 yuan/person
Executive Double Room:26888 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25888 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 yuan/person
5. October 9
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:9999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15999 yuan/person
According to the latest 2026 entry policy for Kanas and Hemu scenic areas, tourists do not need to make reservations in advance. They can purchase tickets in advance through the scenic area’s official WeChat account or online OTA platforms, or buy tickets directly at the scenic area visitor center windows or self-service ticketing systems before entering. The scenic area switches to summer operation mode from May 1st each year, with opening and closing hours from 8:00 to 20:00 from May 1st to October 15th. During this period, the scenic area provides green travel services with shuttle buses and village buses. The village bus operates from 8:00 to 24:00, making travel convenient. Climbing to the Fish Viewing Platform offers a panoramic view of Kanas Lake. Hemu Village’s original village style is also very distinctive. The Danxia landforms of Wucaitan have strong color layering at sunset, suitable for photography.The above prices are for reference only. Prices and availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with schedules. The signed contract between both parties prevails.
📞 Registration Method
Tourists who wish to register can do so through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The consultation phone number is the same as WeChat:181-3962-2233. For the specific address, please contact customer service.
💡 Fee and Service Description
This itinerary includes the indicated meals, accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, interval transportation, guide services, etc. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract. For solo travelers, our agency will try to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation. For uncertain factors such as weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area openings, schedule changes, tickets, hotel room types, etc., both parties can agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary. Cancellation and modification rules are primarily based on tourism laws. All related agreements are subject to contract law, tourism law, and other relevant laws.
✨ Travel Tips
Documents:Carry valid documents with you at all times. If the itinerary involves border-related areas, obtain a travel permit in advance at your place of household registration or in Urumqi to avoid affecting entry.
Sun Protection:Xinjiang has high UV intensity and long sunshine hours. Prepare high-SPF sunscreen, wide-brimmed sun hats, polarized sunglasses, sun-protective clothing, arm sleeves, etc. Reapply sunscreen promptly during outdoor activities.
Clothing: Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night, and some high-altitude areas are cooler. Prepare clothing in layers: inner layer with quick-dry short or long sleeves, middle layer with fleece or thin sweater, outer layer with windbreaker or light down jacket. For lower body, wear jeans or quick-dry pants, and bring comfortable hiking shoes for walking in scenic areas.
Medications: Xinjiang is vast with long drives between scenic spots. Bring motion sickness medicine for long rides. Large temperature differences can cause colds, so bring common cold and fever medicine. Dietary differences may cause stomach discomfort, so prepare stomach medicine and digestive tablets. For high-altitude areas like the Pamir Plateau, prepare anti-altitude sickness medication in advance. Also bring band-aids and iodine cotton swabs for minor injuries.
Skincare:Xinjiang’s climate is dry. Bring lip balm, high-moisturizing face cream, body lotion, hydrating face masks, etc., to relieve dry skin.
Electronic Devices:There are many photo opportunities in scenic areas. Prepare a camera or phone with sufficient memory, and bring a power bank under 20,000 mAh for charging during long drives. Also carry a three-in-one charging cable for different devices.
Other Items: Bring a thermos for hot water. In summer, when visiting grasslands or lakeside areas, bring mosquito repellent and anti-itch cream. In remote areas with unstable signals, prepare some small-denomination cash. Also bring some high-calorie snacks for energy replenishment.
For more details about Xinjiang tourism special trains, please contact customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
