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New National Train Special: 2026 In-Depth Xinjiang Tour:Poetic Journey to Kashgar and the Pamir Plateau 🌄
[Route Highlights:A Moving Scenic Line Through Northern and Southern Xinjiang]
The New National Train Special is a ‘star product’ of Xinjiang tourism, connecting core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang through a ‘train + car’ combined transport model. This avoids the fatigue of long-distance driving while allowing an immersive experience of the scenery along the way. The 2026 route is fully upgraded, featuring new 4-person compartments with upper and lower berths, charging ports, and scenic windows. When traveling at night, the train transforms into a ‘mobile observation deck,’ offering views of alternating landscapes of gobi deserts, snow-capped mountains, and grasslands.
The train itinerary covers iconic Xinjiang landscapes such as Kashgar Old Town, the Pamir Plateau, Nalati Grassland, and Kanas Lake, as well as lesser-known gems like the Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway and the Ahe Highway, suitable for travelers seeking ‘slow travel and deep experiences.’ Whether you’re a history enthusiast, photography lover, or family traveler, you’ll find unique joys on this journey.
[Simple Itinerary:14-Day Immersive Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang]
According to the latest route information, the New National Train Special offers two product options: ‘Budget’ and ‘Luxury,’ with the same itinerary framework but different accommodation standards. Below is a brief itinerary:
New National Train • 14-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Tour (Budget)
Day 1:Departure Location – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Huorong Mountain, Karez Wells, Aydingkol Lake) – Hotan
Day 3:Traverse the Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountain Grand Canyon – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Aidelaisi Silk – Yuetegan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan – Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Old Town – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Xiangfei Garden – Kuqa
New National Train Special: 2026 In-Depth Xinjiang Tour: Poetic Journey to Kashgar and the Pamir Plateau 🌄Day 7:Kuqa – Kizilya Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Kuqa – Kuitun/Yining
Day 8:Kuitun/Yining – Nalati Town
Day 9:Nalati Town – Nalati Grassland – Kekedala
Day 10:Kekedala – Lavender Garden – Sayram Lake – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 11:Beitun – Kanas – Wucai Beach – Burqin
Day 12:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Xinjiang Colored Cotton Base – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure Location
New National Train • 14-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Tour (Luxury)
Day 1:Departure Location – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Karez Wells – Grape Manor – Flaming Mountains – Turpan – Cele
Day 3:Traverse the Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountain Scenic Area – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Aidelaisi Silk – Yuetegan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan – Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Baisha Lake – Kashgar
[Route Highlights: A Moving Scenic Line Through Northern and Southern Xinjiang]Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Old Town Photoshoot – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Southern Section of the Duoku Highway – Bayinbuluk – Nalati Town
Day 8:Nalati Town – Nalati Scenic Area – Lavender Garden – Kekedala
Day 9:Kekedala – Huiyuan Ancient City – Sayram Lake – Bole/Shuanghe
Day 10:Bole/Shuanghe – Guai Shi Yu – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 11:Beitun – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area
Day 12:Hemu – Kanas – Wucai Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianchi – Colored Cotton Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Wellness Hot Pot) – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure Location
[Price Explanation:Differentiated Choices Between Budget and Luxury]
In 2026, the New National Train Special offers two product options with prices and tour dates as follows (subject to contract):
Budget Version:
Tour Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
Prices:Upper berth in 4-person compartment: 5,980 RMB/person, Lower berth: 6,980 RMB/person
The New National Train Special is a ‘star product’ of Xinjiang tourism, connecting core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang through a ‘train + car’ combined transport model. This avoids the fatigue of long-distance driving while allowing an immersive experience of the scenery along the way. The 2026 route is fully upgraded, featuring new 4-person compartments with upper and lower berths, charging ports, and scenic windows. When traveling at night, the train transforms into a ‘mobile observation deck,’ offering views of alternating landscapes of gobi deserts, snow-capped mountains, and grasslands.Product Standards:Local comfortable hotel accommodation, approximately 40 people per group, admission tickets not included, full-service one-stop tour guide.
Luxury Version:
Tour Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
Prices:Upper berth in 4-person compartment: 14,800 RMB/person, Lower berth: 15,800 RMB/person
Product Standards:3 nights in 5-star hotels + 4 nights in 4-diamond hotels + 1 night in a Hemu Scenic Area wooden cabin + 1 night in a Nalati homestay, no more than 26 people per group, full-service one-stop tour guide.
Heartwarming Services:The ‘Red Hat’ porter team at Urumqi Station provides seamless luggage handling to ensure guests enter the station with ease.
Price Fluctuation Notice:Prices may fluctuate based on tour dates and accommodation supply and demand. The final price will be based on the contract signed between Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and the traveler.
[Registration Method:Professional Team to Plan Your Itinerary]
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Customer service manager Zhang Jing will provide detailed itinerary consultations and contract services. It is recommended to confirm available spots in advance, especially for popular tour dates in summer (July) and before National Day (September).
[Fee Explanation and Service Details]
Fees Include:
4-person compartment accommodation on the special train (including bedding, charging ports)
Ground transportation during the itinerary (car + special train combined transport)
The train itinerary covers iconic Xinjiang landscapes such as Kashgar Old Town, the Pamir Plateau, Nalati Grassland, and Kanas Lake, as well as lesser-known gems like the Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway and the Ahe Highway, suitable for travelers seeking ‘slow travel and deep experiences.’ Whether you’re a history enthusiast, photography lover, or family traveler, you’ll find unique joys on this journey. Hotel accommodation (different standards for Budget/Luxury versions)
Full-service tour guide and partial scenic spot explanations
Luggage handling services at Urumqi Station
Fees Do Not Include:
Round-trip transportation from various locations to Urumqi
Admission tickets for scenic spots during the itinerary (tour guide can assist with purchases)
Personal expenses (such as shopping, entertainment)
(Single registrants will be coordinated for shared rooms as much as possible; special circumstances require negotiation)
Service Explanation:
The itinerary may be adjusted due to weather or policy changes. Both parties can reasonably modify the order of scenic spots or accommodation upon mutual agreement.
Basic catering services are provided on the special train. For ground itineraries, local specialty restaurants are recommended (such as Kashgar Old Town Night Market, Hemu Wooden Cabin Dinner), and travelers can choose freely.
All tour guides are certified and familiar with the history of northern and southern Xinjiang and the cultures of various ethnic groups. Interesting explanations will be interspersed throughout the itinerary.
[In-Depth Destination Analysis:The Dual Charms of Kashgar and the Pamir Plateau]
Kashgar:The Lively Atmosphere of a Millennium-Old City
[Simple Itinerary: 14-Day Immersive Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang]Kashgar is Xinjiang’s ‘living history museum.’ The labyrinthine earth-yellow streets and alleys in the old city preserve the traditional architectural styles of various ethnic groups, while the earthen walls and wooden carved doors and windows of the high-platform dwellings recount tales of the Silk Road. In 2026, the Kashgar Old Town photoshoot project will be fully upgraded, allowing travelers to wear traditional ethnic costumes and capture stunning photos in iconic locations such as the Century-Old Teahouse and Id Kah Square.
Pamir Plateau:The Majestic Beauty of a High-Altitude Plateau
Driving southwest from Kashgar along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway (G314) and crossing the Subashi Pass at an altitude of 4,091 meters, the碧水 (碧水 – ‘clear waters’) of Baisha Lake contrast beautifully with the white sand hills, while Karakul Lake reflects the snow-capped peak of Muztagh Ata, making it a ‘paradise’ for photography enthusiasts. Those choosing the Luxury version itinerary will also venture deep into Tashkurgan County to explore the ruins of Shitou City and villages of various ethnic groups, experiencing the simple lives of the plateau’s inhabitants.
[Seasons and Experiences:When is the Best Time to Go?]
Xinjiang offers diverse scenery in all four seasons. The New National Train Special’s tour dates cover spring, summer, and autumn:
May-June:The grasslands turn green, and lavender fields bloom. Fewer tourists and high cost-effectiveness.
July-August:Nalati and Kanas enter their prime viewing periods, but early registration is required.
September:Autumn colors deepen, with morning mists and birch forests in Hemu and the multicolored forests of Kanas creating oil painting-like scenes, making it the golden period for photography.
[Warm Tips:Pre-Trip Preparation Checklist]
Documents:Valid identification, discount certificates (e.g., student ID, senior citizen card)
Clothing:Large temperature differences between day and night in Xinjiang require a windbreaker and thermal underwear; high altitudes on the Pamir Plateau suggest bringing an oxygen tank.
Medications:Gastrointestinal medicine, motion sickness medicine, sunscreen (SPF50+), sunglasses.
Others:Power bank, thermos, lightweight backpack (luggage on the special train must be stored uniformly).
[Conclusion:A Journey Through Time and Space]
The New National Train Special is not just a mode of transportation but a window into Xinjiang. From the modern city of Urumqi to the millennium-old city of Kashgar, from the grassland ballads of Nalati to the high-altitude lakes of the Pamir Plateau, this 14-day journey will help you understand Xinjiang’s diversity and inclusiveness. Contact customer service manager Zhang Jing at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to start your 2026 in-depth Xinjiang journey!
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation.
