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🚂 Tianshan No. Xinjiang High-End Tourism Special Train 2026 North and South Xinjiang Loop Travel Guide
Many travelers planning a trip to Xinjiang in 2026 struggle with wanting to visit all the key attractions in both North and South Xinjiang in one go, without the hassle of dragging luggage to change hotels or enduring long drives every day. The newly upgraded Tianshan No. tourism special train this year perfectly addresses these pain points. As one of the 11 exclusive high-end tourism special trains planned by Xinjiang Railway for 2026, the Tianshan No. achieves full coverage of high-quality tourism resources in North and South Xinjiang. In a 13-day itinerary, you can visit the lakes and grasslands of North Xinjiang and deeply experience the culture and plateau scenery of South Xinjiang. The entire journey features upgraded train carriages and supporting services, significantly reducing the fatigue of long-distance travel.
Detailed Itinerary Introduction
In 2026, the Xinjiang tourism special train carriages have undergone hardware upgrades. The Tianshan No. compartments are equipped with comfortable bedding, some room types include bathrooms, and the train also features dining cars and leisure areas. Professional catering teams provide meal services throughout the journey, and onboard medical staff ensure travel safety. This loop connects over 10 core scenic spots in Xinjiang, covering various types of natural scenery and cultural experiences:
Tianshan Tianchi Lake:Entering peak season from April 2026, the lake water becomes clear and bright after the ice and snow melt, surrounded by spruce forests. It is a well-known alpine lake landscape in Xinjiang.
Kanas and Hemu:Fully open from May 1st. In spring, Kanas Lake displays a bright turquoise blue, and new grass sprouts beside the wooden houses in Hemu Village. With fewer tourists, the experience is better.
Sayram Lake:Fully open from May. Wildflowers bloom along the lakeshore, and the ice-melted lake surface resembles a sapphire. You can tour the lake, view the full Guozigou Bridge, and visit Liuxing Street to experience local life.
Nalati Grassland and Bayanbulak:Nalati Grassland fully opens from May, with wildflowers blooming in the sky grassland and river valley grassland. Bayanbulak is expected to open in late May, offering sunset views over the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns.
Southern Section of Duku Highway:As a scenic road connecting North and South Xinjiang, it is expected to open in mid-May 2026. Along the way, you can see diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, forests, grasslands, and canyons.
Pamir Plateau Area:Karakul Lake, Stone City, and Golden Grassland are all characteristic plateau landscapes. You can also visit Baisha Lake to see the blue-white sand mountains reflecting in the lake. A local home visit in Tashkurgan allows tourists to experience the local atmosphere.
Kashgar Old City and Fragrant Concubine Garden:Kashgar Old City is open year-round, preserving traditional architectural styles and offering a rich local atmosphere. Along the route, there are also unique landscapes like the Danxia landforms of Wensu Grand Canyon, the Flaming Mountains of Turpan, and the Karez Well System, allowing you to visit key Xinjiang attractions of different styles in one trip.
Simplified Itinerary
🚂 Tianshan No. Xinjiang High-End Tourism Special Train 2026 North and South Xinjiang Loop Travel GuideThe 13-day itinerary for the Tianshan No. is arranged as follows. Due to factors such as weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area openings, and schedule changes, the itinerary may be reasonably modified by mutual agreement:
Day 01:Departure point – Urumqi (pickup and hotel check-in) | Meals: Not included | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi Lake – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jiadengyu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jiadengyu
Day 04:Jiadengyu – Hemu – Colorful Beach – 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 – Bayanbulak | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayan Town
Day 07:Bayanbulak – Southern Duku – 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: Tashkurgan
Day 09:Tashkurgan – Tajik Home Visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Aksu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 11:Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon – Ta Village – Turpan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 12:Flaming Mountains – Grape Manor – Fruit Feast – Karez Well System – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Many travelers planning a trip to Xinjiang in 2026 struggle with wanting to visit all the key attractions in both North and South Xinjiang in one go, without the hassle of dragging luggage to change hotels or enduring long drives every day. The newly upgraded Tianshan No. tourism special train this year perfectly addresses these pain points. As one of the 11 exclusive high-end tourism special trains planned by Xinjiang Railway for 2026, the Tianshan No. achieves full coverage of high-quality tourism resources in North and South Xinjiang. In a 13-day itinerary, you can visit the lakes and grasslands of North Xinjiang and deeply experience the culture and plateau scenery of South Xinjiang. The entire journey features upgraded train carriages and supporting services, significantly reducing the fatigue of long-distance travel.Day 13:Urumqi – Nationwide (transfer based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
Price Explanation
The current reference prices for the Tianshan No. 2026 assembly in Urumqi are as follows. Prices and availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with schedules. The signed contract prevails:
I. Schedules (Urumqi assembly dates) and corresponding prices
1. May 7
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:13999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:18999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:12999 RMB/person
2. July 28 / August 11
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:14999 RMB/person
Detailed Itinerary IntroductionBlue Diamond Double Room:20999 RMB/person
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Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24999 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:13999 RMB/person
3. June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Upper Berth:16999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Lower Berth:17999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:24999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 RMB/person
In 2026, the Xinjiang tourism special train carriages have undergone hardware upgrades. The Tianshan No. compartments are equipped with comfortable bedding, some room types include bathrooms, and the train also features dining cars and leisure areas. Professional catering teams provide meal services throughout the journey, and onboard medical staff ensure travel safety. This loop connects over 10 core scenic spots in Xinjiang, covering various types of natural scenery and cultural experiences:4. June 13 / 25 / September 5
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:21888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:29888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 RMB/person
5. October 9
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:9999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15999 RMB/person
Cost and Service Explanation
The services included in this itinerary can be referenced as follows, subject to actual consultation and contract:
Meals indicated in the itinerary:Except for the self-arranged meal on the day of arrival in Urumqi, all other meals are provided by the special train or local partner catering institutions.
Tianshan Tianchi Lake: Entering peak season from April 2026, the lake water becomes clear and bright after the ice and snow melt, surrounded by spruce forests. It is a well-known alpine lake landscape in Xinjiang.Accommodation costs:Includes hotel accommodations and special train sleeper accommodations listed in the itinerary. Hotels are locally compliant lodging facilities. For solo travelers, we will try to arrange shared rooms; special cases require separate negotiation.
Scenic area related costs:Includes first admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for scenic spots listed in the itinerary. Optional paid experiences within some scenic areas can be chosen based on personal preference.
Transportation costs:Includes local transfer vehicle fees and special train-related transportation fees.
Service personnel costs:Includes fees for accompanying service staff, local guides, and onboard medical staff.
Due to uncontrollable factors such as weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area openings, schedule changes, tickets, and hotel room types, the itinerary may be reasonably modified by mutual agreement. Cancellation and modification rules follow relevant tourism laws, with no unreasonable disclaimers, fully protecting tourists’ legal rights.
Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Contact number:181-3962-2233, same as WeChat: 181-3962-2233. Specific address can be obtained from customer service.
✨ 2026 Xinjiang Travel Practical Tips
Document Preparation:Carry valid identification documents at all times. For border areas like the Pamir Plateau and Tashkurgan, a travel permit must be obtained in advance, either from the public security department in your registered residence or locally in Xinjiang. The process is convenient.
Clothing Preparation: Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night, especially in high-altitude areas like Kanas, the Pamir Plateau, and along the Duku Highway. Even in summer, bring a light down jacket or windproof jacket, along with short-sleeved and long-sleeved T-shirts for higher daytime temperatures. Comfortable hiking shoes enhance the scenic area experience.
Sun Protection and Moisturizing:Xinjiang has strong UV rays and a dry climate. Prepare high-SPF sunscreen, wide-brimmed hats, sunglasses, and sun-protective clothing. Also bring lip balm, moisturizing cream, and body lotion to prevent dry skin discomfort.
Travel Notes: For self-driving entry to Sayram Lake, book tickets in advance on the scenic area booking platform. The route entering from the East Gate and exiting from the South Gate avoids congestion. The last shuttle bus at Nalati Grassland departs early, so plan your time to avoid missing the return bus. Check the opening status of the Duku Highway via relevant road condition query mini-programs; confirming road conditions one day before departure is more reliable.
Other Preparations:Xinjiang is vast, with some road sections involving long drives. Prepare motion sickness medication, power banks, drinking water, and snacks in advance to enhance travel comfort. When visiting cultural attractions, dress appropriately and respect local customs.
For information on specific schedule availability, itinerary changes, etc., contact the above phone number or WeChat directly.
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