2026Special Train Tour in Southern Henan Prices Detailed Cost Explanation for Kashgar and Pamir Full Journey Recommended Route Costs and Prices
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
A Southern Xinjiang tapestry woven with stars and moon:2026 ‘Great River South’ Special Train + Kashgar Pamir In-Depth Tour: Full Analysis
🚂 [Route Highlights:An Excellent Encounter Between a Mobile Star-Rated Hotel and the Secret Realms of Southern Xinjiang]
Since its upgrade in 2025, the ‘Great River South’ tourist train has become a ‘phenomenal’ product in Xinjiang tourism. This mobile star-rated hotel with all soft-sleeper configurations connects the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang with a ‘one-price-includes-all-specified-items-in-the-itinerary’ model: from the International Bazaar in Urumqi to the century-old teahouse in Kashgar’s old town, from Muztagh Ata on the Pamir Plateau to the lavender fields in the Ili River Valley, the 17-day itinerary covers 12 5A-level scenic spots.
The special train features three specially designed experiences:
❶ Starry Sky Soft-Sleeper Carriage:Panoramic skylight + temperature-controlled 22°C bathroom with four-person compartments, allowing you to lie in bed and watch the Milky Way at night
❷ Mobile Cultural Classroom:Each carriage is equipped with a bilingual tour guide who conducts mural copying lessons when passing the Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves
❸ Taste of Xinjiang:The dining car serves 30 special dishes daily, including freshly baked tandoor-cooked meat and Hotan rose petal jam
🗺 ️[17-Day Panoramic Itinerary Breakdown]
Days 1-3:Cultural Exploration in Urumqi
Visit the Xinjiang Museum to see the ‘Loulan Bride’ mummy
Shop for handmade Yingjisha knives at the Erdaoqiao International Bazaar
Host a ‘Xinjiang Folk Song Competition’ when the special train departs at night
Days 4-6:Kanas Ecological Tour
A Southern Xinjiang tapestry woven with stars and moon: 2026 ‘Great River South’ Special Train + Kashgar Pamir In-Depth Tour: Full AnalysisTravel by off-road vehicle through the Three Bays (Fairy Bay/Moon Bay/Sleeping Dragon Bay)
Stay in a Tuvan wooden house and experience baking nang bread by the fire pit
Special arrangement for morning fog photography in Hemu Village (tripod rental available)
Days 7-9:Ili River Valley Flower Sea
Pick Huocheng lavender to make sachets on the June itinerary
Horseback riding lessons on the Nalati Grassland (including protective gear and insurance)
Stargazing at the Sayram Lake RV campground
Days 10-12:Cultural Immersion in Kashgar
Old Town Treasure Hunt Game:Find six century-old shops based on clues
Pottery-making experience in the Gaotai Folk Residence (finished products can be taken home)
Explanation of the cultural experience at the Id Kah Mosque
Days 13-15:Pamir Plateau Adventure
Cross the Gez Valley after obtaining a permit
🚂[Route Highlights: An Excellent Encounter Between a Mobile Star-Rated Hotel and the Secret Realms of Southern Xinjiang] Drone aerial photography lesson at Baisha Lake (altitude limit 120 meters)
Home visits to families of various ethnic groups in Tashkurgan County
Days 16-17:Return Journey and Souvenirs
Karez irrigation system study course in Turpan
Custom souvenir-making at the Urumqi Bazaar
Host a ‘Xinjiang Knowledge Competition’ on the special train and award certificates
💰 [Fully Transparent Fee System]
The ‘Great River South’ special train adopts a ‘base price + optional packages’ model:
▶ Base Fee (includes 17-day special train accommodation/meals/basic scenic spot tickets)
Upper bunk in 4-person compartment:19,999 yuan/person
Lower bunk in 4-person compartment:21,999 yuan/person
2-person compartment:45,999 yuan/person (equipped with massage chair and humidifier)
▶ Upgrade Optional Packages (voluntary selection)
Since its upgrade in 2025, the ‘Great River South’ tourist train has become a ‘phenomenal’ product in Xinjiang tourism. This mobile star-rated hotel with all soft-sleeper configurations connects the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang with a ‘one-price-includes-all-specified-items-in-the-itinerary’ model: from the International Bazaar in Urumqi to the century-old teahouse in Kashgar’s old town, from Muztagh Ata on the Pamir Plateau to the lavender fields in the Ili River Valley, the 17-day itinerary covers 12 5A-level scenic spots.Photography Package:2,999 yuan (includes professional photographer follow-shot + 50 retouched photos)
Gourmet Package:1,999 yuan (upgrade to 12 special meals + wine tasting)
Adventure Package:3,999 yuan (add equipment for glacier trekking on Muztagh Ata)
⚠ ️ Special Notes:
1. Children under 6 years old not occupying a berth are charged 6,999 yuan; half-price for ages 6-12
2. The fee includes 1 million yuan in travel accident insurance and 24-hour medical rescue
3. Prices are valid until December 31, 2026, and may increase by 10% during holidays
📝 [Fee Analysis for Kashgar + Pamir Special Package]
If choosing the special train + local tour combination, reference fees are as follows:
▶ 3-Day In-Depth Kashgar Tour (includes special train transfers)
Economy:2,800-3,500 yuan/person (stay in old town guesthouses + carpooling)
Comfort:4,500-5,500 yuan/person (stay in 4-star hotels + 7-seat business vehicle)
Luxury:8,000-12,000 yuan/person (stay at Silk Road Pearl Hotel + exclusive guide)
The special train features three specially designed experiences:▶ 2-Day Pamir Plateau Adventure
Base Fee:1,500-2,000 yuan/person (includes permit/custom vehicle/tickets)
Upgrade Items:
Muztagh Ata Glacier Trekking:+800 yuan/person
Panlong Ancient Road Drone Aerial Photography:+500 yuan/group
Eagle Dance Performance by Various Ethnic Groups:+300 yuan/performance
📞 [Registration and Service Guarantees]
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency with the following process:
① Consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for real-time availability
② Pay a 30% deposit after confirming the itinerary (credit card installment payments supported)
③ Sign an electronic contract 30 days before departure
④ Receive the ‘Pre-Trip Manual’ and supply list
Service Commitments:
❶ Starry Sky Soft-Sleeper Carriage: Panoramic skylight + temperature-controlled 22°C bathroom with four-person compartments, allowing you to lie in bed and watch the Milky Way at night✔ Dual tour guides throughout the journey (cultural explanation + life concierge)
✔ No more than 20 people per group, ensuring quality service
✔ Provide 24-hour multilingual customer service
✔ Activate emergency response plan within 4 hours in case of突发事件 (unexpected situations)
⚠ ️[Important Reminders]
1. The Pamir Plateau is at an altitude of 3,000-4,500 meters; take Rhodiola 15 days in advance
2. Xinjiang is 2 hours behind mainland China; all itinerary times are local times
3. Dress in knee-length clothing when visiting folk culture venues; women need to wear headscarves
4. In case of extreme weather, both parties can reasonably adjust the itinerary by mutual agreement
🌄 [Seasonal Limited Experiences]
April-May:Photography in the apricot blossom villages on the Pamir Plateau
June-July:Wedding photography at the Ili Lavender Manor
September-October:Autumn sketching in the southern Xinjiang poplar forests
December-February:Adventure in the Kanas snowy fairy tale world
This journey will revolutionize your perception of Xinjiang—when you savor freshly picked Korla pears in a mobile star-rated hotel while watching the sunset over the Taklimakan Desert through the panoramic skylight, you’ll understand why countless travelers call the ‘Great River South’ the ‘Walking Eden’. Consult and register now to receive a complimentary Xinjiang intangible cultural heritage experience voucher worth 599 yuan!
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
