2026 New National Train Xinjiang Sunset Red Tourism Special Train Official Website Booking Process
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🚂 What is it like to travel through Xinjiang by train?
In the vast Xinjiang, a 5,000-kilometer journey can be exhausting if driven or with frequent transfers. In recent years, ‘tourist special trains’ have become a new choice for many travelers exploring northern and southern Xinjiang—sightseeing during the day, sleeping in sleeper berths at night, no need to move luggage, and a hassle-free itinerary. Among them, the ‘New National Train’ tourist special train, with its customized carriages, continuous berth design, and routes covering the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang, has attracted attention from many middle-aged, elderly, and family tourists.
🌄 Route Highlights:Cross the Tianshan Mountains in one go, traversing northern and southern Xinjiang
The ‘New National Train · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour’ is an in-depth loop product. Starting from Urumqi, it heads south to Hotan and Kashgar, then north to Ili and Altay, finally returning to Urumqi, seamlessly connecting deserts, oases, snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities. Along the way, you can enjoy the red rock layers of the Flaming Mountains, the majesty of the Kunlun Grand Canyon, the clarity of Baisha Lake, the azure of Sayram Lake, the vastness of the Nalati Grassland, and the morning mist and smoke of Hemu Village.
The itinerary balances natural scenery and cultural experiences: visit historical districts like Hotan Tuancheng, Yotkan Ancient City, and Kashgar Ancient City; learn about the traditional craft of Atlas silk; stroll through the Hotan night market to feel the local life. Some departures also arrange special stops like lavender gardens, Huiyuan Ancient City, and Strange Rock Valley to enrich the journey.
It’s worth noting that the special train uses exclusive national train carriages with 4-person compartments, achieving ‘train follows people, berth stays constant.’ Large luggage (non-valuable) can be left on the train, avoiding the hassle of repeated loading and unloading. The train runs smoothly, allowing sightseeing during the day and restful sleep at night, truly enabling you to ‘travel through Xinjiang while lying down.’
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary (subject to local final version)
New National Train · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour (Budget) Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Well, Ayding Lake) – Hotan
🚂 What is it like to travel through Xinjiang by train?Day 3:Cross the Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway – Cele – Kunlun Grand Canyon – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Atlas Silk – Yotkan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan (Special Train) – Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Ancient City – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Tongrentang – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Kashgar – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Keziliya Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Kuqa (Special Train) – Kuitun/Yining
Day 8:Kuitun/Yining – Nalati Town
Day 9:Nalati Town – Nalati – Kokdala
Day 10:Kokdala – Lavender – Sayram Lake – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 11:Beitun – Kanas – Colorful Beach – Burqin
Day 12:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
In the vast Xinjiang, a 5,000-kilometer journey can be exhausting if driven or with frequent transfers. In recent years, ‘tourist special trains’ have become a new choice for many travelers exploring northern and southern Xinjiang—sightseeing during the day, sleeping in sleeper berths at night, no need to move luggage, and a hassle-free itinerary. Among them, the ‘New National Train’ tourist special train, with its customized carriages, continuous berth design, and routes covering the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang, has attracted attention from many middle-aged, elderly, and family tourists.Day 13:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Xinjiang Color Cotton Base – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
New National Train · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour (Luxury) Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Karez Well – Grape Manor – Flaming Mountains – Turpan – Cele
Day 3:Cross the Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountain Scenic Area – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Atlas Silk – Yotkan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan – Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Baisha Lake – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Ancient City – Photoshoot – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town
Day 8:Nalati Town – Nalati Scenic Area – Lavender Garden – Kokdala
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🌄 Route Highlights: Cross the Tianshan Mountains in one go, traversing northern and southern XinjiangDay 9:Kokdala – Huiyuan Ancient City – Sayram Lake – Bole/Shuanghe
Day 10:Bole/Shuanghe – Strange Rock Valley – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 11:Beitun – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area
Day 12:Hemu – Kanas – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianchi – Color Cotton Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Health Hotpot) – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
> Note:Road access, scenic area openings, weather, and other factors in the itinerary may affect actual arrangements. Both parties can agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary.
💰 Price Explanation (strictly based on local final version)
New National Train · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour Budget:
Departure Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
The ‘New National Train · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour’ is an in-depth loop product. Starting from Urumqi, it heads south to Hotan and Kashgar, then north to Ili and Altay, finally returning to Urumqi, seamlessly connecting deserts, oases, snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities. Along the way, you can enjoy the red rock layers of the Flaming Mountains, the majesty of the Kunlun Grand Canyon, the clarity of Baisha Lake, the azure of Sayram Lake, the vastness of the Nalati Grassland, and the morning mist and smoke of Hemu Village.National Train 4-Person Compartment:Upper berth 5980 RMB/person, Lower berth 6980 RMB/person
Product Standards:Selected local comfortable hotel accommodation, approximately 40 people per group, excluding entrance fees, full-trip one-stop tour guide service
New National Train · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour Luxury:
Departure Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
National Train 4-Person Compartment:Upper berth 14800 RMB/person, Lower berth 15800 RMB/person
Product Standards:3 nights 5-star hotel + 4 nights 4-diamond hotel + 1 night Hemu scenic area wooden cabin + 1 night Nalati 4-diamond hotel (homestay), no more than 26 people per group, full-trip one-stop tour guide service
> The above prices are reference ranges. Specific costs, availability, and room allocation are subject to actual consultation and signed contract, and may vary slightly by departure.
📞 Registration Method
You can register for this route through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact:Manager Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Phone/WeChat same number)
The itinerary balances natural scenery and cultural experiences: visit historical districts like Hotan Tuancheng, Yotkan Ancient City, and Kashgar Ancient City; learn about the traditional craft of Atlas silk; stroll through the Hotan night market to feel the local life. Some departures also arrange special stops like lavender gardens, Huiyuan Ancient City, and Strange Rock Valley to enrich the journey.Please contact customer service directly for address information.
ℹ️ Cost and Service Explanation
Cost includes transportation (special train sleeper + destination tourist vehicle), accommodation, some main meals, and tour guide service, excluding scenic area entrance fees, personal expenses, and items not mentioned.
The itinerary includes a few shopping venues (such as Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall, Tongrentang, etc.), but there is no forced consumption; purchases are voluntary.
At Urumqi Station, ‘Little Red Cap’ luggage handling service is available to assist passengers with easy boarding and ensure smooth travel.
Experienced Chinese-speaking tour guides are provided throughout the journey for connection, explanation, and coordination services.
> All service content, cancellation and modification rules, and liability allocation are based on the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant laws and regulations, subject to actual consultation and signed contract.
🌿 Warm Tips
Xinjiang is vast with large temperature differences between day and night; it is recommended to bring warm clothing. Some sections have high altitudes; please assess based on your health condition. The itinerary involves seasonal roads like the Duku Highway, whose opening is affected by weather; actual arrangements are subject to local traffic management department notices.
If you plan to travel in spring, summer, or autumn 2026, it is recommended to confirm departure dates and berths as early as possible. Currently, multiple departures from May to September still have availability, but popular periods (e.g., late June to July) are in high demand.
📞 For more details or to reserve a spot, please contact:
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Manager Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Phone/WeChat)
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