Xinjiang Special Train Family Summer Vacation Costs Complete Guide to Prices for Traveling with Kids on the New Orient Express Recommended Routes and Costs
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
Exploring the Beauty of Xinjiang:In-Depth Guide to New Oriental Express Family Tours 🚂
I. Itinerary Features and Destination Details
As China’s largest provincial-level administrative region by land area, Xinjiang boasts diverse landscapes including snow-capped mountains, grasslands, deserts, and lakes. In summer 2026, the New Oriental Express launches two signature routes connecting northern Xinjiang’s natural wonders with southern Xinjiang’s cultural heritage, offering an ideal deep experience for family travelers.
【Highlights of Northern Xinjiang Route】
Nature Classroom:Formed by glacial movement 200,000 years ago, Kanas Lake displays blue-green gradient colors by season. Families can explore ecological mysteries behind the legendary ‘lake monster’ tale.
Geological Exploration:The Kuqa Grand Canyon, carved by wind erosion over hundreds of millions of years from reddish-brown rock, narrows to one-person width at its tightest point – a natural geology textbook.
Stargazing:At 2,400m elevation, Bayanbulak Grassland has minimal light pollution. Summer nights reveal the Milky Way stretching across the sky, with professional telescopes provided by the tour operator.
【Highlights of Southern Xinjiang Route】
Cultural Roots Exploration:Kashgar Old City, with 2,100 years of history, preserves traditional dwellings of various ethnic groups. Participate in intangible cultural heritage experiences like nang (bread) baking and pottery making.
Ecological Practice:The Tarim Populus euphratica Forest spans 100km², where golden autumn leaves contrast beautifully with deserts. Professional guides explain plant adaptations.
Border Experience:White Sand Lake on the Pamir Plateau gets its milky color from mineral content. Surrounded by ethnic communities, travelers learn about high-altitude living wisdom.
II. Classic Itinerary (Summer 2026 Edition)
Exploring the Beauty of Xinjiang: In-Depth Guide to New Oriental Express Family Tours 🚂🌞 14-Day Panoramic Northern Xinjiang Tour
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations (4-star hotel accommodation with welcome dinner)
Day 02:Urumqi → New Oriental Express → Koktokay Geopark (visit No.3 Mine) → Altay
Day 03:Altay → Ahe Highway (snow-capped spruce forests along route) → Hemu Village (stay in characteristic wooden houses)
Day 04:Hemu sunrise photography → Kanas Lake boat tour → Guanyu Platform hike
Day 05:Kanas → Chonghur Town → Colorful Beach (most vibrant colors at sunset) → overnight train
Day 06:Jinghe → Sayram Lake (cycling experience around lake) → Yining (visit Kazanqi Folk Village)
Day 07:Yining → Nalati Grassland (horseback riding lessons + ethnic family visits)
Day 08:Nalati → Middle section of Duku Highway → Bayanbulak (sunset at Nine Curves)
Day 09:Bayanbulak → Southern Duku Highway → Kuqa Grand Canyon → overnight train
Day 10:Kashgar → White Sand Lake → Pamir Tourist Area → Taxkorgan County
Day 11:Taxkorgan → Ethnic family visits → Karakul Lake → Kashgar (night tour of old city)
Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan (geological explanation of Flaming Mountains) → overnight train
I. Itinerary Features and Destination DetailsDay 13:Turpan → Jiaohe Ancient City → Grape Valley → Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi departure (includes souvenir gift package)
🍂 11-Day In-Depth Southern Xinjiang Tour
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations (includes urban exploration task cards)
Day 02:Special train → Turpan (3D guided tour of Jiaohe Ancient City) → Karez Irrigation Park → Grape estate picking
Day 03:Archaeological experience at Milan Ruins → Museum (VR reconstruction of ancient city) → Ruoqiang Jujube Workshop
Day 04:Treasure hunt in Hotan’s Tuan City → Jade picking experience at Yurungkash River → Walnut King Tree science education
Day 05:Shache Intangible Cultural Heritage Workshop (12 Muqam instrument making) → Kashgar Old City orientation challenge
Day 06:White Sand Lake ecological observation → Karakul Lake geological sampling → return to Kashgar
Day 07:Decoding Kashgar Old City’s architectural secrets →民俗 observation at Id Kah Square
Day 08:Geomorphological mapping of Kuqa Grand Canyon → Food exploration on Restan Old Street
Day 09:Natural journaling at Luntai Populus euphratica Forest → overnight train
Day 10:Meteorological observation at Tianchi Lake → farewell dinner in Urumqi
As China’s largest provincial-level administrative region by land area, Xinjiang boasts diverse landscapes including snow-capped mountains, grasslands, deserts, and lakes. In summer 2026, the New Oriental Express launches two signature routes connecting northern Xinjiang’s natural wonders with southern Xinjiang’s cultural heritage, offering an ideal deep experience for family travelers.Day 11:Urumqi departure (awards research certificates)
III. 2026 Pricing System Explanation
Current Departures & Quotations (Unit:RMB/person):
May Departures:
May 6/14:Premium Gold (3-person compartment) 59,999; Royal Gold (4-person) 54,999; Platinum Gold (5-person) 49,999; 3rd/4th person 30,000
June Departures:
June 1/30:Premium Gold 67,999; Royal Gold 62,999; Platinum Gold 56,999; 3rd/4th person 30,000
June 11/25:Premium Gold 69,999; Royal Gold 63,999; Platinum Gold 58,999; 3rd/4th person 30,000
September Departures:
September 3:Premium Gold 71,999; Royal Gold 65,999; Platinum Gold 59,999; 3rd/4th person 30,000
October Departures:
October 15/25:Premium Gold 44,999; Royal Gold 39,999; Platinum Gold 36,999; 3rd/4th person 20,000
Special Notes:
【Highlights of Northern Xinjiang Route】1. Child Pricing Policy: Free for under 6 years (no bed), 70% of adult price for ages 6-12 (ID required)
2. Price Includes: Full soft sleeper train, first entrance tickets to attractions, 9 lunches/14 breakfasts (including 3 special meals), professional guide services
3. Price Fluctuations: Final quotation subject to hotel price fluctuations during peak season. Contract signing required for final price. Early booking (30 days prior) recommended for discounts.
IV. Registration & Service Details
📞 Registration Methods
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Contact customer service manager Zhang Jing for latest availability. Provide valid ID information for all participants (birth certificate required for children).
💰 Fee Explanation
Basic fees include:Special train transportation, accommodation, meals, guide services, travel insurance
Optional expenses:Secondary consumption in scenic areas (e.g., horseback riding, boat tours), personal expenses (if needed)
Special Services:Each group assigned 1 family tour leader + 1 staff member, with 24-hour emergency response
📋 Service Standards
Vehicle Configuration:New Oriental Express uses 25T air-conditioned carriages with private bathrooms and constant temperature air conditioning in compartments
Dining Standards:Main meals at 40 RMB/person/meal, with special arrangements including roast whole lamb banquet and cold-water fish banquet
Nature Classroom: Formed by glacial movement 200,000 years ago, Kanas Lake displays blue-green gradient colors by season. Families can explore ecological mysteries behind the legendary ‘lake monster’ tale.Accommodation Standards:4-star+ hotels for all land accommodations, including 2 nights in characteristic wooden houses on northern route
Safety Measures:Full travel accident insurance coverage, AED emergency equipment carried by team, dedicated personnel in scenic areas
⚠ ⚠️ Important Notes
1. Xinjiang has 2-hour time difference with mainland China. Itinerary accounts for biological clock adjustments
2. Large temperature variations between day and night in northern Xinjiang June-August. Prepare windbreaker + sun protection combination
3. Southern route involves high-altitude areas (Taxkorgan at 3,200m). Recommend taking Rhodiola in advance
4. Disposable items not provided on special train. Bring personal toiletries kit and insulated water bottle
5. Reasonable itinerary changes possible by mutual consent. Emergency plans activated for force majeure situations
V. Latest Policy Updates
According to 2026 Xinjiang Cultural and Tourism Department announcement:
Scenic Area Reservations:Kanas, Sayram Lake and other popular sites implement timed reservations. Travel agency included in itinerary management system
Transportation Regulations:Duku Highway limits 3,000 vehicles daily. This route uses off-peak travel solutions
Health Management:All tourists require negative COVID test within 72 hours (subject to departure location requirements)
This summer, let children measure geography textbooks with their footsteps and record millennia of civilization with their eyes across 1.66 million km². The New Oriental Express Family Special makes travel the best classroom for growth! 👨👩👧👦
Contact Manager Yang Jia at 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
