New Country Train Xinjiang Tourism Special Train 2026 Complete Guide, Ticket Price + Schedule + Route

Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service New National Train Ticket Center: 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary information)
🚂 How Can Overseas Chinese Book the ‘New National Train’ Xinjiang Tourism Special Train? A Clear and Practical Travel Guide
For overseas Chinese friends who have lived abroad for a long time, returning to the motherland and visiting the vast and magnificent Xinjiang is a soulful journey full of anticipation. In recent years, tourism special trains that integrate transportation, accommodation, and guided tours have become a popular choice. Among them, the ‘New National Train·Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour’ has attracted much attention for its complete route spanning the Tianshan Mountains and comfortable experience. This article focuses on practical issues of concern to overseas Chinese—how to book, itinerary arrangements, service content, and precautions—providing a practical reference based on the latest information from 2026.
📍 Route Highlights:A Panoramic Journey Across Southern and Northern Xinjiang
The ‘New National Train’ special train takes Urumqi as its hub, traversing classic destinations such as Turpan, Hotan, Kashgar, Kuqa, Nalati, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Hemu, covering diverse landscapes including deserts, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, ancient cities, and canyons. The entire journey uses fixed carriage formations, so tourists do not need to frequently change trains, and luggage travels directly with the train, greatly enhancing travel comfort. It is especially suitable for travelers who wish to deeply experience Xinjiang’s natural scenery and cultural features while seeking convenience and ease. Currently (2026), this route has been included in multiple summer schedules and operates stably.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Strictly Presented According to the Product Final Draft)
New National Train·Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour (Budget-Friendly) Simplified Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Well, Aydingkol Lake) – Hotan
Day 3:Crossing the He-Ruo Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountain Grand Canyon – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Atlas Silk – Yotkan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market

🚂 How Can Overseas Chinese Book the ‘New National Train’ Xinjiang Tourism Special Train? A Clear and Practical Travel GuideDay 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
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Xinjiang Colorful Cotton Base – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure

For overseas Chinese friends who have lived abroad for a long time, returning to the motherland and visiting the vast and magnificent Xinjiang is a soulful journey full of anticipation. In recent years, tourism special trains that integrate transportation, accommodation, and guided tours have become a popular choice. Among them, the ‘New National Train·Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour’ has attracted much attention for its complete route spanning the Tianshan Mountains and comfortable experience. This article focuses on practical issues of concern to overseas Chinese—how to book, itinerary arrangements, service content, and precautions—providing a practical reference based on the latest information from 2026.New National Train·Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour (Luxury) Simplified Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Karez Well – Grape Manor – Flaming Mountains – Turpan – Cele
Day 3:Crossing the He-Ruo 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
Day 9:Kokdala – Huiyuan Ancient City – Sayram Lake – Bole/Shuanghe
Day 10:Bole/Shuanghe – Strange Stone Valley – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Jinghe – Beitun

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticket Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary information)
📍 Route Highlights: A Panoramic Journey Across Southern and Northern XinjiangDay 11:Beitun – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area
Day 12:Hemu – Kanas – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianchi – Colorful Cotton Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Health Hotpot) – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
💰 Price Explanation (Based on 2026 Product Final Draft)
Currently, the ‘New National Train’ offers two product standards for selection:
Budget-Friendly Version
Tour Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
National Train 4-Person Compartment:Upper berth 5980 RMB/person, Lower berth 6980 RMB/person
Product Standard:Selected local comfortable hotel accommodation, approximately 40 people per group, excluding tickets, one-stop guided tour service throughout

The ‘New National Train’ special train takes Urumqi as its hub, traversing classic destinations such as Turpan, Hotan, Kashgar, Kuqa, Nalati, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Hemu, covering diverse landscapes including deserts, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, ancient cities, and canyons. The entire journey uses fixed carriage formations, so tourists do not need to frequently change trains, and luggage travels directly with the train, greatly enhancing travel comfort. It is especially suitable for travelers who wish to deeply experience Xinjiang’s natural scenery and cultural features while seeking convenience and ease. Currently (2026), this route has been included in multiple summer schedules and operates stably.Luxury Version
Tour 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 Standard:3 nights in 5-star hotels + 4 nights in 4-diamond hotels + 1 night in Hemu scenic area wooden house + 1 night in Nalati 4-diamond hotel (homestay), no more than 26 people per group, one-stop guided tour service throughout
> Note:The above prices are reference ranges. Specific costs, available seats, and room type arrangements may vary depending on the schedule. The final details are subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties.
📞 Registration Method
Overseas Chinese friends can inquire and book through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. It is recommended to contact customer service in advance to understand details such as passport usage, entry connections, and luggage handling.
📱 Contact Information
Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service:18095969599 (Phone/WeChat same number)
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🗓️ Simplified Itinerary (Strictly Presented According to the Product Final Draft)🧳 Service and Cost Explanation
Equipped with professional tour guides throughout the journey, providing one-stop explanation and coordination services;
The ‘Budget-Friendly’ and ‘Luxury’ versions differ in accommodation standards, group size, and some scenic spot arrangements; please choose according to your needs;
The hotel grades listed in the itinerary are reference standards; actual accommodation may be changed to a similar grade based on local reception conditions;
Items not included such as tickets, scenic area transportation, and personal expenses need to be paid by yourself;
In case of force majeure factors such as weather, traffic control, or temporary scenic area closures, the travel agency, while protecting the rights of tourists, can negotiate with tourists to make reasonable changes to the itinerary;
Specific service content, cost composition, cancellation and change policies, etc., are all subject to the ‘Tourism Contract’ and relevant provisions of the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’.
✨ Thoughtful Details
It is worth mentioning that this route provides ‘Little Red Cap’ luggage handling service at Urumqi Station, achieving seamless connection from entering the station to boarding the train, especially convenient for travelers carrying a lot of luggage or elderly passengers, making the journey worry-free from the first stop.
📌 Warm Reminder
When booking, overseas Chinese should ensure their passports have sufficient validity and understand China’s entry-related policies in advance. The itinerary involves moving to multiple locations, so it is recommended to prepare clothes suitable for temperature differences and common medicines. All itinerary arrangements, prices, and service standards must be based on the final signed written contract.
For further understanding of the ‘New National Train’ special train’s carriage configuration, dining arrangements, or differences from other Xinjiang tourism products, feel free to directly contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service (18095969599) to obtain the latest and most detailed travel information for 2026.
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