New Country Train Xinjiang Tourism Special Train Popular Schedule Spots Running Low, Registration + Price Check
Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service New National Train Booking Center
🚂 Slow Travel Across Xinjiang by Train｜14-Day In-Depth Journey on the ‘New National Train’ Special Train, Ushering in a New Mode of Comfortable Sightseeing
If you yearn for the vast Gobi, azure lakes, lush grasslands, and the lingering charm of the ancient Silk Road, while hoping for a relaxed travel pace, stable accommodation, and no need to constantly move luggage—then the newly launched ‘New National Train’ Xinjiang tourism special train in 2026 might just be your ideal way to travel.
This special train starts from Urumqi, traversing the core areas of northern and southern Xinjiang, connecting classic attractions such as the Flaming Mountains in Turpan, the jade culture of Hotan, the ancient city of Kashgar, the aerial grasslands of Nalati, the misty wooden houses of Hemu, and the blue waters and skies of Sayram Lake. It adopts a ‘sleep on the train, explore off the train’ model, reducing the hassle of frequently changing hotels and making the journey more relaxed and leisurely.
🌄 Route Highlights:Covering the Essence of Southern and Northern Xinjiang, Balancing Nature and Culture
The ‘New National Train’ special train offers two carefully designed product lines—the Affordable Edition and the Luxury Edition, both covering Xinjiang’s most representative geographical units over a 14-day itinerary:
Southern Xinjiang Section:Venture deep into the southern edge of the Taklamakan Desert, visit Hotan Tuancheng and Yotkan Ancient City, experience the Atlas silk culture, and gaze at the snow-capped peaks of the Kunlun Mountains from afar.
Pamir Plateau:Pass by白沙湖 (Baisha Lake) and Karakul Lake, catch a glimpse of Muztagh Ata, and feel the serene grandeur of the plateau lakes.
Northern Xinjiang Scenery:Traverse the Ahe Highway and the southern section of the Duku Highway, visit top natural attractions like Kanas, Hemu, Colorful Beach, and Sayram Lake.
Historical Imprints:Explore Karez Wells, the Flaming Mountains, Kuqa Grand Canyon, and Huiyuan Ancient City, touching the historical threads of the Silk Road.
The train is equipped with air conditioning, power sockets, reading lights, and storage space, with attendants on duty 24/7. Some departures also offer ‘Little Red Cap’ luggage handling service at Urumqi Station, ensuring a seamless transition from entering the station to boarding, truly allowing for ‘light travel, worry-free sightseeing’.
🗓 Simplified Itinerary (Strictly Based on the Original Local Draft)
🚂 Slow Travel Across Xinjiang by Train｜14-Day In-Depth Journey on the ‘New National Train’ Special Train, Ushering in a New Mode of Comfortable SightseeingNew National Train • Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour (Affordable) Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Wells, Aydingkol Lake) – Hotan
Day 3:Cross the Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountain 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 – Hotan 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
If you yearn for the vast Gobi, azure lakes, lush grasslands, and the lingering charm of the ancient Silk Road, while hoping for a relaxed travel pace, stable accommodation, and no need to constantly move luggage—then the newly launched ‘New National Train’ Xinjiang tourism special train in 2026 might just be your ideal way to travel.Day 11:Beitun – Kanas – Colorful Beach – Burqin
Day 12:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake Tianshan – Xinjiang Colorful Cotton Base – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
New National Train • Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour (Luxury) Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Karez Wells – 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
Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center
This special train starts from Urumqi, traversing the core areas of northern and southern Xinjiang, connecting classic attractions such as the Flaming Mountains in Turpan, the jade culture of Hotan, the ancient city of Kashgar, the aerial grasslands of Nalati, the misty wooden houses of Hemu, and the blue waters and skies of Sayram Lake. It adopts a ‘sleep on the train, explore off the train’ model, reducing the hassle of frequently changing hotels and making the journey more relaxed and leisurely.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
Day 11:Beitun – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area
Day 12:Hemu – Kanas – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake – Colorful Cotton Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Health Hotpot) – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
> Note:The above itinerary is for reference only. Actual execution may be reasonably adjusted due to weather, road conditions, railway scheduling, and other factors, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation (Strictly Based on the Original Local Draft)
New National Train • Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour Affordable:
Departure Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
🌄 Route Highlights: Covering the Essence of Southern and Northern Xinjiang, Balancing Nature and CultureNational 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, tickets not included, one-stop tour guide service throughout
New National Train • Southern and Northern 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 in 5-star hotels + 4 nights in 4-diamond hotels + 1 night in a Hemu scenic area wooden house + 1 night in a Nalati 4-diamond hotel (homestay), no more than 26 people per group, one-stop tour guide service throughout
> All prices and departure date information are for reference only. Actual costs and details are subject to consultation and the signed contract, and may vary with departure schedules.
📞 How to Register
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For detailed itineraries, availability, or customized requests, feel free to consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
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The ‘New National Train’ special train offers two carefully designed product lines—the Affordable Edition and the Luxury Edition, both covering Xinjiang’s most representative geographical units over a 14-day itinerary:📝 Cost and Service Explanation
Transportation, accommodation, and tour guide services listed in the itinerary are included in the quoted price;
Tickets, some meals, personal expenses, and other items not included are subject to the actual signed contract;
The train is equipped with basic living facilities. The Luxury Edition rooms include bathrooms, viewing windows, and star-rated hotel standard mattresses;
The ‘Little Red Cap’ luggage handling service is recommended only at Urumqi Station, subject to availability on the day;
Specific service content, accommodation arrangements, vehicle standards, etc., are all based on the signed tourism contract.
⚠ ️ Warm Tips
Xinjiang is vast with long distances between attractions. The ‘depart in the evening, arrive in the morning’ model of the special train helps save energy;
Plateau areas have large temperature differences between day and night; it is recommended to bring warm clothing;
The opening status of scenic spots and road conditions may be affected by seasons and policies, and the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted;
Please ensure valid documents before traveling and cooperate with railway and scenic area verification requirements.
One special train, traversing southern and northern Xinjiang; fourteen days and nights, taking in the scenery of the Western Regions. The ‘New National Train’ is not just a trip but a way to slow down and immerse yourself. Whether it’s the cost-effective Affordable Edition or the private comfort of the Luxury Edition, you can find your own rhythm amidst the vast landscapes.
For more information, feel free to contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service for the latest updates.
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