2026 Special Train to Northern Xinjiang Five Day Grassland Retreat Near Suburbs, Embrace Nature by Special Train Popular Booking Channel Recommendation Recommended Itinerary Price
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
Starry Northern Frontier: Five-Day Special Train Tour Guide to the Grassland Pastoral Song
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[Key Highlights of the Itinerary]
The newly upgraded “Grassland Pastoral Song” themed train in 2026 starts from Urumqi, connecting three core grassland landscapes in northern Xinjiang:Nalati空中草原 (Nalati Sky Grassland), Kalajun人体草原 (Kalajun Human Body Grassland), and Tangbula百里画廊 (Tangbula Hundred-Li Gallery). The train features a “mobile observation carriage + themed activities” design, allowing passengers to enjoy snow-capped mountains and grasslands in panoramic glass carriages during the day and deep tours at scenic area stops at night. Special arrangements include:
▷ Intangible Cultural Heritage Experiences with Local Ethnic Groups:Learn to make traditional cheese curds and participate in the “Girl Chasing” folk activity
▷ Grassland Starry Sky Concert:Special invitation to local bands to perform under the stars in Tangbula
▷ Local Family Visit Program:Visit nomadic families to participate in daily tasks like milking cows and making naan bread
▷ Nature Photography Workshop:Professional photographers guide shooting grassland sunrises and sunsets
[Simple Itinerary]
Day 1:Assembly in Urumqi
09:00-11:00 Gather at Urumqi Station to receive customized travel bags (including sunscreen arm sleeves, grassland map, themed postcards)
11:30 Train departs; enjoy “Welcome Tea” in the observation carriage (ethnic group milk tea + baursak)
14:00-16:00 Cross the Junggar Basin, spotting wild horse herds and gazelle groups along the way
18:00 Arrive at Jinghe South Station; transfer to tour buses for Sayram Lake (1.5-hour drive)
20:00 Return to the train after circumnavigating the lake; savor “Grassland Feast” in the dining car (roast whole lamb + narin noodles)
Day 2:In-Depth Nalati Tour
Starry Northern Frontier: Five-Day Special Train Tour Guide to the Grassland Pastoral Song08:30 Train arrives at Nalati Station; transfer to shuttle buses into the scenic area
09:30-12:00 Tour the Sky Grassland (Nomadic Family – Heavenly Boundary Platform – Heavenly Formation Platform)
12:30 Lunch in ethnic group yurts (hand-grabbed meat + mare’s milk wine)
14:00-16:00 Participate in intangible cultural heritage projects (optional: Su’er flute making / felt painting creation)
17:00 Train heads to Xinyuan County, enjoying views of the Kunes River Valley along the way
19:30 Grassland Starry Sky Concert (moisture-proof mats and glow sticks provided)
Day 3:Exploring Kalajun’s Secret Realm
08:00 Train arrives at Tekes Station; transfer to off-road vehicles into Kalajun
09:30-12:00 Photography session at Human Body Grassland (professional photographer follows)
12:30 Special lunch in Bagua City (smoked horse intestines + narin noodles)
14:00-16:00 Hike through the Kuokesu Grand Canyon (Crocodile Bay – Nineteen Bends)
17:30 Return to the train; participate in “Grassland Knowledge Quiz” in the lounge area to win cultural and creative gifts
Day 4:Tangbula Hundred-Li Gallery
08:30 Train arrives at Nilka Station; transfer to horse-drawn carriages into Tangbula
09:30-12:00 Light hike to Fairy Lake (optional horseback riding at own expense)
12:30 Local family visit lunch (freshly milked tea + tandoor-cooked meat)
(Opening icon)✨🚂🌿14:00-16:00 Participate in “Grassland Guardian” public welfare activity (planting sand-fixing grass grids)
17:00 Return to the train; host “Grassland Poetry Session” in the observation carriage
Day 5:Return Journey and Commemoration
09:00 Train arrives at Urumqi Station; present “Grassland Guardian” certificates
10:00 Free time at Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar (optional purchase of dried fruits / Aideles silk)
12:00 Transfer service (arranged according to return transportation)
[Price System Explanation]
2026 reference price range (subject to contract signing):
▷ Observation soft sleeper compartment (2-person):6,980-7,980 yuan/person
▷ Themed hard sleeper compartment (4-person):5,280-5,980 yuan/person
▷ Child price (ages 6-12):3,980-4,580 yuan/person (no bed occupied)
Price includes:
✔ Full train accommodation and scenic area transfers
✔ 4 breakfasts and 9 main meals (including 3 special meals)
✔ First entrance tickets and shuttle buses for scenic areas
✔ Dual services of professional tour guide + cultural lecturer
[Key Highlights of the Itinerary]✔ Travel accident insurance (coverage of 300,000 yuan)
Price excludes:
✖ Personal expenses (e.g., laundry / phone calls)
✖ Optional experience projects (e.g., horseback riding / hot air balloon)
✖ Round-trip transportation to Urumqi
[Registration Method]
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Provide the following information to complete pre-registration:
1. Number of travelers and room type preferences
2. Participants’ ages and special needs
3. Estimated travel dates (daily departures from May to October)
[Fee and Service Explanation]
▷ Payment process:
Pay a deposit of 2,000 yuan/person within 3 working days after submitting pre-registration
Pay the balance and sign the electronic contract 15 days before departure
Receive the electronic tour notice 7 days before departure
▷ Room type description:
The newly upgraded “Grassland Pastoral Song” themed train in 2026 starts from Urumqi, connecting three core grassland landscapes in northern Xinjiang: Nalati Sky Grassland, Kalajun Human Body Grassland, and Tangbula Hundred-Li Gallery. The train features a “mobile observation carriage + themed activities” design, allowing passengers to enjoy snow-capped mountains and grasslands in panoramic glass carriages during the day and deep tours at scenic area stops at night. Special arrangements include:Observation soft sleeper compartment:Equipped with bathroom, observation window, and charging port
Themed hard sleeper compartment:Shared bathroom but more spacious, with a lounge area in each carriage
All room types provide disposable slippers, eye masks, and earplugs
▷ Special services:
Each tour group is accompanied by 1 team doctor (including basic medical equipment)
24-hour hot water and charging services provided
Daily carriage disinfection and provision of epidemic prevention supplies
Complimentary customized travel photo album (including selected photos)
[Travel Information]
▷ Document requirements:Bring original valid identification documents
▷ Clothing preparation:
May-June:Thin down jacket + windproof jacket + sun protection clothing
July-August:Fleece jacket + quick-drying clothes + sun hat
Recommended:Non-slip hiking shoes, sunglasses, high-SPF sunscreen
▷ Special reminders:
Large temperature difference between day and night on the grassland; recommended to dress in layers (“onion style”)
▷ Intangible Cultural Heritage Experiences with Local Ethnic Groups: Learn to make traditional cheese curds and participate in the “Girl Chasing” folk activityRespect local customs during family visits (do not touch headscarves / avoid impolite photography)
Suggest obtaining consent before photographing people
No drone flying in scenic areas (requires prior reporting)
[Seasonal Limited Tips]
▷ May-June:Peak blooming period for wildflowers on the grassland; suitable for photography
▷ July-August:Local ethnic group’s transhumance season; can observe large-scale livestock migration
▷ September-October:Colorful autumn foliage period; suitable for sketching
[Emergency Support]
▷ In case of extreme weather:
Train equipped with satellite phone for real-time communication
5 emergency shelters set up in scenic areas
Travel agency reserves 3 off-road vehicles for emergencies
▷ Medical support:
Each tour group equipped with AED defibrillator
Established green channel with local hospitals
Team doctor holds Red Cross Society first aid certificate
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This itinerary information is updated as of May 29, 2026, and is subject to the electronic contract provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Any itinerary changes due to weather, policies, road conditions, or other force majeure factors will be reasonably adjusted through mutual consultation.
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
