2026Comfortable Special Train Tour in Xinjiang Price List for North and South Xinjiang Routes Departing from Urumqi Recommended Routes Cost and Price
Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send itinerary and quotation
“Comfort Express” Special Train:2026 Ultimate Guide to In-Depth and Comfortable Travel in Northern and Southern Xinjiang 🌄
I. Itinerary Highlights: Comprehensive Coverage + Comfortable Travel
As a premium themed train launched by Xinjiang Explorers International Travel Agency, the “Comfort Express” focuses on “slow travel and deep experiences,” connecting three core regions: Urumqi, Kanas in Northern Xinjiang, Ili Grasslands, and Kashgar in Southern Xinjiang. It covers 12 top-rated 5A/4A scenic spots, including Heavenly Lake, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grasslands, and Karakul Lake. The itinerary is designed to balance natural scenery with cultural experiences. The train features all soft-sleeper cabins equipped with charging ports, climate control, and 24-hour hot water. Professional guides and onboard doctors are available throughout the journey to ensure maximum comfort.
II. 2026 Updated Simple Itinerary (16 Days, 15 Nights)
✈ ️ Day 1:Lanzhou/Chengdu → Urumqi
The special train departs from Lanzhou or Chengdu Station, traveling into Xinjiang along the Lanzhou-Xinjiang Railway. Light meals and a cultural lecture on Xinjiang are provided onboard.
🌇 Day 2:Arrival in Urumqi
Free time to acclimate to the climate. Recommended activities include visiting the International Bazaar for grilled stuffed buns and hand-pulled rice or touring the Xinjiang Museum (advance reservation required).
🏞 ️ Day 3:Heavenly Lake → Beitun
Morning tour of Heavenly Lake (includes admission and shuttle bus). Enjoy a boat ride around the lake with views of Bogda Peak. In the evening, take the special train to Beitun and savor a local-style dinner.
“Comfort Express” Special Train: 2026 Ultimate Guide to In-Depth and Comfortable Travel in Northern and Southern Xinjiang 🌄🌲 Day 4:Beitun → Burqin → Hemu Village
Travel through the Gurbantunggut Desert to reach Hemu Village, known as “China’s last intact primitive village.” Stay in a Tuvan wooden cabin and watch the sunset from the Haden Platform in the evening.
🚤 Day 5:Kanas Lake → Jiadengyu
Full-day tour of Kanas Lake (includes boat ride). Explore the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Crescent Bay, and Sleeping Dragon Bay). Overnight at an eco-hotel in Jiadengyu.
🎪 Day 6:Jiadengyu → Kazakh Home Visit → Colorful Beach → Beitun
Morning home visit to learn about Kazakh culture and make cheese. Afternoon tour of the Danxia landforms at Colorful Beach. Return to Beitun in the evening.
🌊 Day 7:Sayram Lake → Yining
Tour “The Last Tear of the Atlantic” Sayram Lake. Pass by the Guozigou Bridge and arrive in Yining in the evening. Check into a downtown hotel.
🌿 Day 8:Yining → Nalati Grasslands → Bayin Town
Travel through the Ili River Valley. Enjoy horseback riding and the “Nalati Grasslands” outdoor performance. Overnight in Bayin布鲁克 (Bayin布鲁克 should be Bayinbuluk) Town.
🛣 ️ Day 9:Bayin Town → Dukou Highway → Heavenly Canyon → Kuqa
I. Itinerary Highlights: Comprehensive Coverage + Comfortable TravelTravel south along the Dukou Highway through the Tianshan Mountains. Visit the Heavenly Secret Canyon and arrive in Kuqa in the evening. Sample Kuqa’s famous large naan and grilled pigeon.
🏰 Day 10:Kuqa → Karakul Lake → Taxkorgan
Travel via the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway to the Pamir Plateau. Visit Karakul Lake (with reflections of Muztagh Ata) and overnight in Taxkorgan County.
🏯 Day 11:Taxkorgan → Golden Grassland → Stone City → White Sand Lake → Kashgar
Tour the Golden Grassland and Stone City ruins, a multi-ethnic settlement. Stop at White Sand Lake on the return journey and arrive in Kashgar’s Old Town in the evening.
🕌 Day 12:In-Depth Kashgar Tour
Visit the Id Kah Mosque and Gaotai Residences. Experience local pottery-making and board the special train for Turpan in the evening.
🍇 Day 13:Turpan → Grape Valley
Tour Grape Valley, taste seedless white grapes, and visit the Karez Well Park to learn about underground irrigation systems.
🔥 Day 14:Flaming Mountains → Fruit Feast → Return Journey
As a premium themed train launched by Xinjiang Explorers International Travel Agency, the “Comfort Express” focuses on “slow travel and deep experiences,” connecting three core regions: Urumqi, Kanas in Northern Xinjiang, Ili Grasslands, and Kashgar in Southern Xinjiang. It covers 12 top-rated 5A/4A scenic spots, including Heavenly Lake, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grasslands, and Karakul Lake. The itinerary is designed to balance natural scenery with cultural experiences. The train features all soft-sleeper cabins equipped with charging ports, climate control, and 24-hour hot water. Professional guides and onboard doctors are available throughout the journey to ensure maximum comfort.Visit the Flaming Mountains Geopark and enjoy a fruit feast featuring Hami melons and watermelons. Board the special train for the return journey in the evening.
🚂 Days 15-16:Arrival in Lanzhou/Chengdu
The special train arrives at the final destination, marking the end of a fulfilling journey.
III. 2026 Pricing Information (Subject to Contract)
💰 First Departure (May 20)
Leisure Return Pavilion (Economy Quad):Upper Bunk: 8,480 RMB/person | Lower Bunk: 9,280 RMB/person
Panda Return Pavilion (Standard Quad):Upper Bunk: 15,980 RMB/person | Lower Bunk: 16,980 RMB/person
Panda Elegant Suite (Deluxe Quad):Upper Bunk: 26,980 RMB/person | Lower Bunk: 27,980 RMB/person
Panda Luxury Residence (Deluxe Quad):Upper Bunk: 27,980 RMB/person | Lower Bunk: 28,980 RMB/person
Panda Delight Mansion (Deluxe Double):59,980 RMB/person
💰 Departures 2-8 (June 6/23, July 10/27, August 13/30, September 16)
II. 2026 Updated Simple Itinerary (16 Days, 15 Nights)Leisure Return Pavilion:Upper Bunk: 8,480 RMB/person | Lower Bunk: 9,280 RMB/person
Panda Return Pavilion:Upper Bunk: 16,980 RMB/person | Lower Bunk: 17,980 RMB/person
Panda Elegant Suite:Upper Bunk: 27,980 RMB/person | Lower Bunk: 28,980 RMB/person
Panda Luxury Residence:Upper Bunk: 28,980 RMB/person | Lower Bunk: 29,980 RMB/person
Panda Delight Mansion:69,980 RMB/person
📌 Price Includes:Special train soft-sleeper transportation, all accommodations (with breakfast), first-entry tickets to scenic spots, guide services, and travel accident insurance.
📌 Pricing Notes:Prices may fluctuate based on departure date and are subject to the signed contract. Solo travelers will be matched for shared rooms when possible; additional fees may apply under special circumstances.
IV. How to Book
Book through Xinjiang Explorers International Travel Agency. Contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for availability and booking procedures.
V. Fee and Service Information
✈️ Day 1: Lanzhou/Chengdu → Urumqi✔ ️ Price Includes:Special train soft-sleeper berth, accommodations as listed (with breakfast), scenic spot admission, shuttle buses, guide services, onboard doctor, and travel accident insurance.
✔ ️ Price Excludes:Main meals (except special dinners), personal expenses, and optional entertainment (e.g., horseback riding upgrades, boat ride upgrades).
✔ ️ Service Standards:Bilingual guides provided throughout. Basic medical kits available on the train. All hotels are three-star or above.
✔ ️ Special Notes:Itinerary changes may be made by mutual agreement (e.g., due to extreme weather or unexpected scenic spot closures). Prices and availability are subject to contract confirmation.
VI. Travel Tips
🌤 ️ Climate:Xinjiang has large temperature variations between day and night; bring warm outerwear. The Pamir Plateau has high altitudes; anti-altitude sickness medication is recommended.
📜 Documents:Bring original valid identification. A border pass is required for Taxkorgan (free processing available in Kashgar).
🍽 ️ Diet:Respect ethnic dietary restrictions (e.g., no outside food or alcohol in restaurants).
🚗 Transportation:The special train operates on a fixed schedule; late arrival forfeits the itinerary with no refund. Long bus rides between scenic spots are expected; bring a neck pillow.
VII. Current Policy Updates (2026)
Per Xinjiang Cultural and Tourism Department requirements, all scenic spots implement “limited capacity, advance reservation, and staggered visits.” Some spots require reservations 3 days in advance (e.g., Heavenly Lake, Kanas Lake). The train operator will assist with reservations, but entry times are subject to scenic spot notifications.
The “Comfort Express” adheres to a “zero-consumption, pure experience” principle, dedicated to providing hassle-free, comfortable in-depth travel. For detailed itineraries or bookings, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at Xinjiang Explorers International Travel Agency.
Contact Manager Maizi at 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send itinerary and quotation.
