Silk Road Dream Express Tour Train Full Analysis 14 Day Koktokay Route Fees + Complete Guide Recommended Itinerary Cost and Pricing

Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation.

[Silk Road Dream Express:A Moving Scenic Route Through the Millennium-Old Silk Road]
🌄 Route Highlights:An Immersive Journey Through Time and Space
The Silk Road Dream Express tourist train, designed with the concept of a ‘mobile star-rated hotel,’ combines train travel with in-depth destination experiences to create a golden route spanning northern and southern Xinjiang. In the newly upgraded 2026 itinerary, travelers are not recommended to ride a customized train through the Tianshan Mountains but also delve into grasslands, lakes, ancient cities, and deserts, experiencing the unique charm of ‘one scenic view and one cultural experience per day.’ The train features panoramic observation cars equipped with bathrooms, large observation windows, and intelligent temperature control systems, ensuring both comfort and scenic enjoyment during the journey.
🚂 Train Features:A Mobile ‘Five-Star Experience Hall’
Train Configuration:The entire train is recommended to have 32 guest rooms, including Qingya Residence (standard double room), Shuanghui Pavilion (family triple room), Qinzi Xuan (children’s themed room), and Jinxiu Weiyang Suite (270° observation suite), with four room types in total. Each room is equipped with underfloor heating, a humidifier, and Xinjiang-themed soft furnishings.
Dining Services:Six meals are provided daily (including three main meals), with menus designed by a Michelin-starred chef team, blending Xinjiang flavors with international cuisine, such as theme dinners like the Jade Pool Banquet and Darwaz Welcome Banquet.
Cultural Experiences:The train features intangible cultural heritage workshops, a starry sky cinema, and Silk Road cultural lectures. Along the way, travelers can participate in interactive activities such as crafting by various ethnic groups and learning dances from different ethnic communities.
📅 Simple Itinerary (New 2026 Version)
[14-Day Panoramic Itinerary]
Day 1:National – Urumqi
Exclusive airport pickup service, check-in at Hilton Urumqi Hotel, with dinner as a hotel buffet.

[Silk Road Dream Express: A Moving Scenic Route Through the Millennium-Old Silk Road]Day 2:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake of Tianshan – Urumqi
Take a cruise on Heavenly Lake, enjoy the Jade Pool Banquet for lunch, and the Darwaz Welcome Banquet for dinner.
Day 3:Urumqi – Kuitun – Northern Section of Duku Highway – Nalati
Travel through the northern section of the Duku Highway, check-in at Nalati Jinling Resort, and experience local specialty dinner.
Day 4:Nalati Grassland – Tianshan Flower Sea – Yining
Explore the aerial grassland, stroll through the Tianshan Flower Sea, and check-in at InterContinental Yining Hotel.
Day 5:Yining – Sayram Lake – Beitun City
Tour around the lake known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic,’ with dinner served on the train.
Day 6:Beitun City – Hemu
Venture into the Tuva village, check-in at Hemu Resort Hotel, and savor Tuva family banquet.
Day 7:Hemu – Kanas
Ascend Guanyu Platform for a panoramic view of Kanas Lake, check-in at Manyunjian Boutique Hotel.

🌄Route Highlights: An Immersive Journey Through Time and SpaceDay 8:Kanas – Beitun City – Korla
Enjoy the Gobi scenery along the way, with dinner served on the train.
Day 9:Korla – Lop Nur Village – Kashgar
Explore the Lop Nur village in the desert; foreign tourists will visit Bosten Lake + Bazhou Museum instead.
Day 10:Kashgar – Gaotai Folk Residence – Yingjisha Knife Museum – Kashgar
Visit the millennium-old earthenware village, learn about the intangible cultural heritage of knife crafting, and enjoy the Southern Xinjiang Welcome Banquet for dinner.
Day 11:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Travel through the Pamir Plateau for a close-up view of Muztagh Ata.
Day 12:Kashgar – Id Kah Mosque – Kashgar Old Town – Turpan
Experience the charm of the millennium-old city, with dinner served on the train.
Day 13:Turpan – Grape Valley – Turpan
Step into the oasis beneath the Flaming Mountains, check-in at Turpan Hengze International Hotel.

The Silk Road Dream Express tourist train, designed with the concept of a ‘mobile star-rated hotel,’ combines train travel with in-depth destination experiences to create a golden route spanning northern and southern Xinjiang. In the newly upgraded 2026 itinerary, travelers are not recommended to ride a customized train through the Tianshan Mountains but also delve into grasslands, lakes, ancient cities, and deserts, experiencing the unique charm of ‘one scenic view and one cultural experience per day.’ The train features panoramic observation cars equipped with bathrooms, large observation windows, and intelligent temperature control systems, ensuring both comfort and scenic enjoyment during the journey.Day 14:Turpan – Flaming Mountains – Karez Wells – Urumqi
Visit the underground water conservancy project, with exclusive airport drop-off service for the return journey.
💰 Price Information (Reference for 2026)
Silk Road Dream 0902 Silk Road Corridor 14-Day Panoramic Tour
Qingya Residence/Shuanghui Pavilion/Qinzi Xuan:49,999 yuan per person
Jinxiu Weiyang Suite:219,999 yuan per suite (accommodates 2 adults and 1 child)
Silk Road Dream Express Dunhuang Northern Xinjiang Western Regions Corridor Departure on September 28, 2026
Qingya Residence/Shuanghui Pavilion/Qinzi Xuan:45,999 yuan per person
Jinxiu Weiyang Suite:199,999 yuan per suite (accommodates 2 adults and 1 child)
⚠ ️Price Includes:
Train accommodation + high-star destination hotels, all meals, attraction tickets, exclusive airport transfers, cultural experience activities.
⚠ ️Price Notes:

🚂Train Features: Mobile ‘Five-Star Experience Hall’Prices may fluctuate based on departure dates and are subject to confirmation in the contract or on the day. Foreign tourists may need to pay an additional fee for substitutions at certain attractions, subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
📝 Registration Method
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, submitting valid identification information and health certificates 30 days in advance. Customer service manager Zhang Jing will provide you with a detailed itinerary manual and contract template.
💡 Fee and Service Notes
Fees Include:
Train accommodation, on-land high-star hotels, all meals, first entrance tickets to attractions, exclusive airport transfers, cultural experience activities, travel insurance.
Fees Exclude:
Personal expenses, (single registration will be coordinated for room sharing as much as possible; special circumstances require separate negotiation), optional activities outside the itinerary.
Service Standards:
Bilingual guides and medical support teams are available throughout the journey, with 24-hour butler service on the train. Reasonable itinerary changes can be made upon mutual agreement, subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
🌈 Seasonal and Experience Recommendations
Optimal Travel Seasons:June-September (grassland flowering period/Duku Highway open)

Train Configuration: The entire train is recommended to have 32 guest rooms, including Qingya Residence (standard double room), Shuanghui Pavilion (family triple room), Qinzi Xuan (children’s themed room), and Jinxiu Weiyang Suite (270° observation suite), with four room types in total. Each room is equipped with underfloor heating, a humidifier, and Xinjiang-themed soft furnishings.Special Experiences:
Spring (April-May):Nalati Wild Apricot Blossom Sea
Summer (June-August):Kanas Hiking/Sayram Lake Cycling
Autumn (September-October):Hemu Morning Mist/Southern Xinjiang Populus Euphratica Forest
Winter (November-March):The train launches a ‘Warm Winter Special Train’ with added direct shuttle services to ski resorts
📌 Precautions
Identification Requirements:Valid identification valid for more than 6 months is required; foreign tourists need to apply for a travel permit in advance.
Equipment Suggestions:Sunscreen, sunglasses, and warm clothing are recommended for high-altitude areas; non-slip shoes are suggested for grassland areas.
Cultural Etiquette:Long pants and long sleeves are required for visits; consent must be obtained before photographing local residents.
📞 Consultation Channels
For inquiries about availability for new 2026 departures, room upgrade options, or customized itineraries, consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. All prices and policies are subject to the contract signed by both parties, and the travel agency will provide professional advice based on real-time conditions.
[Let the Train Be the Starting Point of the Scenery]
The Silk Road Dream Express is not just a journey but a cultural dialogue across time and space. From the modern city of Urumqi to the primitive secrets of Kanas, from the azure waters of Sayram Lake to the scorching heat of Turpan, every segment of the journey carries the memories of the millennium-old Silk Road. In 2026, let’s make the train our home and, amidst the moving scenery, understand Xinjiang’s past and present.

Contact Manager Guo Jing at 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation.