Tianshan Number Xinjiang Tourism Special Train Railway Featured Tour Official Booking 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)
🚂 Tianshan No. Xinjiang Tourism Special Train 2026 Booking Guide | One-stop tour of the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang
For tourists who want to visit the core attractions of both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip, the railway special train tour is a choice that balances comfort and sightseeing efficiency. The Tianshan No. train covers multiple core areas such as Altay in northern Xinjiang, the Ili River Valley, Kashgar in southern Xinjiang, and the Pamir Plateau, eliminating the need to frequently change hotels and move luggage. You can slowly experience the diverse landscapes of Xinjiang following the train’s rhythm.
Route Features and Destination Introduction
The route of the Tianshan No. train connects several different scenic areas in Xinjiang, offering views of alpine lakes, grasslands, forests, Danxia landforms, and ancient cultural cities along the way:
✨ Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area is located at the foot of Bogda Peak. The area is rich in vegetation and is home to many nationally protected wild animals such as snow leopards, red deer, and argali. The clear lake water hosts unique cold-water fish. While strolling through the forest, you may occasionally encounter foraging wildlife and hear various bird calls. The scenic area is at a high altitude with strong UV rays, so it is recommended to take sun protection measures and bring warm clothing to cope with temperature differences between morning and evening.
✨ Kanas Scenic Area is located in the Altay region, with Kanas Lake as its core. It features landscapes similar to Northern Europe, with emerald lakes,连绵的白桦林, and towering snow-capped mountains complementing each other. Popular spots include Shenxian Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay. Hemu Village within the area retains its original village style, with morning smoke drifting through the forest and snow-capped mountains in the distance, making for great photos. The peak season is from May to October each year. Tickets can be booked in advance through the mini-program. The shuttle bus usually operates from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, with extended hours during peak season.
✨ Sayram Lake is a high-altitude, large alpine cold-water lake in Xinjiang. The lake’s ring road is 92 kilometers long, with three main gates. Tourists coming from Urumqi or Altay can enter and exit through the East Gate, which has relatively complete facilities. The section from Dianjiangtai to the South Gate is the most scenic area, with lush green grass and wildflowers in summer, and distinct layers of lake, snow-capped mountains, and grasslands. In summer, swans can be seen swimming by the lake at the Kelayongzhu area, making it ideal for leisurely sightseeing and photography.
✨ Nalati Grassland Scenic Area: Tickets can be purchased in advance through the WeChat public account. For greater freedom of movement, you can grab the limited daily self-driving tickets. The weather on the grassland is changeable, so even in summer, you need to prepare a windproof jacket. The sun is strong during the day, so take sun protection measures. Hiking or horseback riding should be done within designated areas; do not venture into undeveloped areas. Also, protect the grassland ecology and take away all generated waste.
✨ The route also covers the Danxia landforms of the Colorful Beach, the mountain scenery of the southern section of the Duku Highway, the Karakul Lake and Golden Grassland on the Pamir Plateau, the cultural atmosphere of Kashgar Old City, the Danxia wonders of Wensu Grand Canyon, and the Flaming Mountains and Karez Well in Turpan. With one trip, you can experience the different charms of northern and southern Xinjiang.
Simplified Itinerary
This Tianshan No. train trip lasts 13 days, covering the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang. The specific arrangement is as follows:
Day 01:Departure point – Urumqi (pick up and check into hotel) | Meals: Not included | Accommodation: Urumqi
🚂 Tianshan No. Xinjiang Tourism Special Train 2026 Booking Guide | One-stop tour of the highlights of northern and southern XinjiangDay 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jia Deng Yu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jia Deng Yu
Day 04:Jia Deng Yu – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 05:Jinghenan – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Six Star 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 Section of 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 – 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 – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – All over China (transfer according to return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
Price Description
For tourists who want to visit the core attractions of both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip, the railway special train tour is a choice that balances comfort and sightseeing efficiency. The Tianshan No. train covers multiple core areas such as Altay in northern Xinjiang, the Ili River Valley, Kashgar in southern Xinjiang, and the Pamir Plateau, eliminating the need to frequently change hotels and move luggage. You can slowly experience the diverse landscapes of Xinjiang following the train’s rhythm.The reference prices for different cabin types of this Tianshan No. train vary according to the Urumqi assembly date. Prices and availability may fluctuate based on registration status. The final price is subject to the contract signed by both parties:
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
Blue Diamond Double Room:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24999 RMB/person
Route Features and Destination IntroductionExecutive Double Room:20999 RMB/person
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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
4. June 13 / 25 / September 5
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:21888 RMB/person
The route of the Tianshan No. train connects several different scenic areas in Xinjiang, offering views of alpine lakes, grasslands, forests, Danxia landforms, and ancient cultural cities along the way: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
Registration Method
Interested tourists can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For inquiries, call the hotline at 181-3962-2233, or add the same WeChat ID 181-3962-2233 for details. The specific address can be obtained from customer service.
Fee Description and Service Description
✅ Included Fees Reference:
1. Accommodation fees as marked in the itinerary: Includes hotel stays in Urumqi, Jia Deng Yu, Yining, Bayin Town, Taxian County, and Kashgar, as well as sleeper accommodation during the special train operation
✨ Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area is located at the foot of Bogda Peak. The area is rich in vegetation and is home to many nationally protected wild animals such as snow leopards, red deer, and argali. The clear lake water hosts unique cold-water fish. While strolling through the forest, you may occasionally encounter foraging wildlife and hear various bird calls. The scenic area is at a high altitude with strong UV rays, so it is recommended to take sun protection measures and bring warm clothing to cope with temperature differences between morning and evening.2. Meal fees as marked in the itinerary: Except for the first day’s meals in Urumqi, which are at your own expense, all other breakfasts, lunches, and dinners marked in the itinerary are included, as well as the breakfast on the last day
3. First admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for the scenic spots listed in the itinerary: Includes first admission tickets and shuttle buses for Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Colorful Beach, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayinbuluke, Pamir Plateau related attractions, Kashgar Old City, Fragrant Concubine Garden, Wensu Grand Canyon, Flaming Mountains, Grape Manor, Karez Well, etc.
4. Local ground transportation fees: Includes scenic area transfers and ground transportation between cities within the itinerary
5. Tour leader and guide service fees: Professional tour leaders and local guides are provided throughout the trip
✅ Excluded Fees Reference:
1. Round-trip transportation costs from the departure point to Urumqi (airfare, train tickets, etc.)
2. Self-paid meals as indicated in the itinerary, and expenses from personal consumption, such as self-funded entertainment items within scenic spots, consumption, etc.
3. Related costs for single travelers: For single travelers, our agency will try to arrange room sharing; special cases need to be negotiated separately
The specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. The itinerary may be affected by weather, road conditions, scenic area opening policies, schedule changes, etc. Both parties can agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary. All arrangements are based on the signed travel contract. Relevant rights and responsibilities are implemented in accordance with the Contract Law, Tourism Law, and other relevant laws.
🌿 Travel Tips
1. Xinjiang has strong UV rays and large temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring sun protection items (sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses) and warm clothing. Even in summer, prepare a windproof jacket or light down jacket. Use a layered dressing approach to cope with changeable weather.
2. Some scenic areas are at high altitudes. If you are concerned about altitude sickness, prepare relevant medications in advance. During the tour, act within your limits and avoid strenuous exercise.
3. When visiting scenic areas, follow the park regulations and make reservations in advance as required. Grasslands, lakes, and other areas have fragile ecosystems. Please take away all waste, do not pick flowers or grass, and do not damage the natural environment.
4. Before traveling, pay attention to relevant travel tips and prepare valid documents and recommended items. If you have any questions about the itinerary, call 181-3962-2233 or add the same WeChat ID for inquiries.
For more details about Xinjiang tourism special trains, please contact customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
