Chengdu Special Train Tour to Xinjiang Costs Detailed Explanation of Kanas Route in Peak Season 2026 Recommended Route Costs and Prices

Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation

【Chengdu Express Special Train Tour to Xinjiang:2026 Peak Season Kanas In-Depth Cultural Journey Full Analysis】
🌄 Itinerary Highlights:Special train connects northern and southern Xinjiang, with cultural experiences throughout the journey
In the summer of 2026, the “Chengdu Express” launched by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency became a popular choice for in-depth tours of northern and southern Xinjiang. Starting from Chengdu, this special train travels through Gansu to Xinjiang, covering core attractions such as Turpan, Kashgar, and Kanas over a 16-day journey. It innovatively incorporates cultural experiences such as Sichuan Opera face-changing, panda-themed interactions, and Tianshan flower field photography, creating a “mobile cultural and tourism space.” The train features all-soft-sleeper cabins equipped with charging ports, constant-temperature air conditioning, and 24-hour hot water. Night travel saves time, while daytime stops allow for in-depth exploration of attractions, making it especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and family travel.
🗺 ️Destination Details:Comprehensive coverage of essential attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang
【Natural Wonders of Northern Xinjiang】
Kanas Scenic Area:According to recent data from August 2026, the scenic area implements a timed reservation system with a daily limit of 12,000 visitors. Core attractions include Kanas Lake (where visitors can take a boat to closely observe the legend of the “lake monster”), Guanyu Platform (offering panoramic views of the lake and mountains), and the Three Bays (Xianwan morning mist, Yueguanwan S-shaped river curve, and Wolongwan vegetation landscape). New drone aerial photography services are available in the scenic area, allowing tourists to experience professional team photography in Hemu Village.
Sayram Lake: As the highest alpine lake in Xinjiang, the scenic area launched a “cycling around the lake + stargazing camping” project in 2026. Visitors can rent electric bicycles to tour around the lake and camp overnight in tents by the lakeside to observe the Milky Way. Current ticket prices are 145 yuan per person for admission and 75 yuan per person for the shuttle bus.
【Cultural Charms of Southern Xinjiang】
Kashgar Old City: Completed with digital upgrades in 2026, visitors can use AR glasses to view historical scenes of the old city. The five daily folk experience times at the Id Kah Mosque have been changed to 07:00, 13:00, 17:00, 19:30, and 21:30. Visitors can enter during non-folk experience times.
Pamir Plateau:The Mount Muztagh base camp added a high-altitude reaction science exhibition hall in 2026, equipped with a professional medical team. Baisha Lake scenic area implements an eco-friendly shuttle bus system, requiring private cars to park in designated parking lots.
🚂 Simple Itinerary (2026 New Version)

【Chengdu Express Special Train Tour to Xinjiang: 2026 Peak Season Kanas In-Depth Cultural Journey Full Analysis】Day 1 Chengdu/Lanzhou → Turpan:Watch Sichuan Opera face-changing performance on the special train and participate in panda-themed lantern riddle competitions
Day 2 Special Train Sightseeing Day:Experience Sichuan mahjong and Chinese chess in the cabin; night stop at Hami Station
Day 3 Turpan → Kashgar:Visit the Karez underground irrigation system; measure surface temperature of Flaming Mountains at 65°C
Day 4 Kashgar:Attend Kashgar welcome dinner and taste specialties such as roast whole lamb and pilaf
Day 5 Kashgar → Pamir Plateau:Travel along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway and photograph the reflection of Mount Muztagh by Karakul Lake
Day 6 Kashgar → Kuqa:Watch the opening ceremony of Kashgar Old City and visit the pottery-making workshop in the high-platform residential area
Day 7 Kuqa → Bayanbulak:Travel through the southern section of the Duoku Road and wait for sunset at the Jiuqu Shibawan (Nine Turns Eighteen Bends)
Day 8 Bayanbulak → Nalati:Experience horseback riding on the aerial grasslands and watch the live performance “Love on the Grasslands”
Day 9 Nalati → Yining:Photograph lavender fields at Tianshan Flower Field scenic area and taste Russian ice cream on Liuxing Street
Day 10 Yining → Beitun:Tour around Sayram Lake and participate in the interactive historical drama “Dianjiang Platform”
Day 11 Beitun → Hemu:Stay in a wooden cabin and experience traditional Tuva clothing for photography
Day 12 Hemu → Kanas:Take a boat tour of Kanas Lake and climb Guanyu Platform for a panoramic view

🌄Itinerary Highlights: Special train connects northern and southern Xinjiang, with cultural experiences throughout the journeyDay 13 Kanas → Urumqi:Hike and photograph the Three Bays and taste Burqin cold-water fish feast
Day 14 Urumqi:Take the Maya Mountain cable car at Tianchi Lake on Tianshan Mountain and visit the West Queen Mother Temple
Day 15 Return Special Train:Entertainment activities such as folk song gatherings and Werewolf; night stop at Lanzhou Station
Day 16 Arrive in Chengdu/Lanzhou:End of itinerary
💰 Price Description (2026 Peak Season Reference)
【Group Dates and Quotations】
First Period:June 4 – June 19 Leisurely Residence 65,999 yuan per person Poetic Residence 69,999 yuan per person
Second Period:June 21 – July 6 Leisurely Residence 65,999 yuan per person Poetic Residence 69,999 yuan per person
Third Period:July 8 – July 23 Leisurely Residence 65,999 yuan per person Poetic Residence 69,999 yuan per person
Fourth Period:July 25 – August 9 Leisurely Residence 65,999 yuan per person Poetic Residence 69,999 yuan per person
Fifth Period:August 11 – August 26 Leisurely Residence 65,999 yuan per person Poetic Residence 69,999 yuan per person

In the summer of 2026, the “Chengdu Express” launched by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency became a popular choice for in-depth tours of northern and southern Xinjiang. Starting from Chengdu, this special train travels through Gansu to Xinjiang, covering core attractions such as Turpan, Kashgar, and Kanas over a 16-day journey. It innovatively incorporates cultural experiences such as Sichuan Opera face-changing, panda-themed interactions, and Tianshan flower field photography, creating a “mobile cultural and tourism space.” The train features all-soft-sleeper cabins equipped with charging ports, constant-temperature air conditioning, and 24-hour hot water. Night travel saves time, while daytime stops allow for in-depth exploration of attractions, making it especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and family travel.Sixth Period:August 28 – September 12 Leisurely Residence 68,999 yuan per person Poetic Residence 72,999 yuan per person
Seventh Period:September 14 – September 29 Leisurely Residence 68,999 yuan per person Poetic Residence 72,999 yuan per person
【Price Includes】
√ Soft-sleeper accommodation on the special train (including breakfast)
√ Local four-star hotel accommodation (including breakfast)
√ 15 lunches (meal standard 60 yuan per person per meal)
√ First entrance tickets to attractions and shuttle buses
√ Professional tour guide services
√ Travel accident insurance
【Price Description】
Prices may fluctuate based on market supply and demand and are finalized upon signing the contract by both parties. June-August is the peak tourist season in Xinjiang, and it is recommended to book 30 days in advance. Single travelers will be coordinated for room-sharing as much as possible; special circumstances require negotiation for additional fees.
📝 Registration Method

🗺️Destination Details: Comprehensive coverage of essential attractions in northern and southern XinjiangYou can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for details. Consultation services are available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily, including holidays.
💡 Fee Description and Service Description
【Fees Include】
Transportation:Soft-sleeper on special train + local air-conditioned tour bus
Accommodation:Standard rooms at hotels listed in the itinerary
Meals:15 lunches + 15 breakfasts
Tickets:Including core attractions such as Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Tianchi Lake on Tianshan Mountain
Tour Guides:Certified tour guide services throughout the journey
【Fees Exclude】
Personal expenses (such as laundry, phone calls, etc.)
Optional activities (such as horseback riding, boat upgrades, etc.)

【Natural Wonders of Northern Xinjiang】Additional expenses due to force majeure factors
【Service Standards】
Each group is limited to no more than 30 people, with 2 tour guides assigned
24-hour hot water supply on the special train
Sufficient time for scenic area tours with no arranged shopping stops
Reasonable itinerary changes can be made upon mutual agreement
⚠ ️Precautions
1. Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; bring windproof and warm clothing
2. The Pamir Plateau has a high altitude; it is recommended to prepare medication for altitude sickness in advance
3. The special train’s stop times are strict; please adhere to the assembly times
4. Respect dietary restrictions of various ethnic groups, such as no bringing outside food to restaurants
5. Drone flying is prohibited within scenic areas; operate only in designated areas
(Information in the text is current as of February 2026; specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing)

Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation