2026 New National Silver Hair Special Train Senior Tour Northern and Southern Xinjiang 14 Day Cost Public Table
Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service New National Train Booking Center
🚂 New National Train Silver Hair Special Train:Slow-paced tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, allowing elders to enjoy the beautiful Xinjiang with peace of mind
As the 2026 spring and summer tourism season approaches, more and more families are planning a relaxed and comfortable Xinjiang trip for their parents. To meet the travel needs of the elderly, the ‘New National Train’ Silver Hair Tourism Special Train, with the core concepts of ‘travel by night, tour by day, one berth throughout, minimal luggage moving, and a relaxed pace,’ has launched two 14-day in-depth routes through northern and southern Xinjiang—the Affordable Edition and the Luxury Edition. These routes balance natural scenery and cultural experiences, making them especially suitable for silver-haired tourists who want to visit all of the Tianshan Mountains’ north and south without the hassle of frequent travel.
🌄 Route Highlights:One journey, see the essence of the Western Regions
The ‘New National Train’ special train features a carefully designed loop route, connecting the snowy mountains and lakes of northern Xinjiang with the oasis ancient cities of southern Xinjiang, covering Xinjiang’s most representative landscape types: from the Flaming Mountains and Ayding Lake in Turpan, to the白沙湖 and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau; from the street scenes of Kashgar Old City to the morning mist and cooking smoke of Hemu Village; from the blue tranquility of Sayram Lake to the sunset light and shadow of the五彩滩… The entire journey avoids duplicate routes, achieving an efficient and in-depth panoramic tour.
The train adopts a ‘tour by day, travel by night’ model, focusing on visiting core scenic spots during the day and running smoothly at night, saving a lot of travel time. The carriages are equipped with elderly-friendly facilities, such as non-slip floors, emergency call buttons, and wider berths, and provide one-stop guide services to ensure a worry-free journey. Additionally, the Urumqi station offers ‘Little Red Cap’ luggage assistance, ensuring a seamless transition from entering the station to boarding the train.
📅 Simplified Itinerary (Strictly according to the local finalized text)
New National Train • Northern and Southern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour (Affordable) Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure point – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez, Ayding Lake) – Hotan
Day 3:Crossing the He-Ruo Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountain Grand Canyon – Hotan
🚂 New National Train Silver Hair Special Train: Slow-paced tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, allowing elders to enjoy the beautiful Xinjiang with peace of mindDay 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Atlas Silk – Yotkan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan (Special Train) – Kashgar -白沙湖 – 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 – Narat Town
Day 9:Narat Town – Narat – Kokdala
Day 10:Kokdala – Lavender – Sayram Lake – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 11:Beitun – Kanas -五彩滩 – Burqin
Day 12:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Xinjiang Color Cotton Base – Urumqi
As the 2026 spring and summer tourism season approaches, more and more families are planning a relaxed and comfortable Xinjiang trip for their parents. To meet the travel needs of the elderly, the ‘New National Train’ Silver Hair Tourism Special Train, with the core concepts of ‘travel by night, tour by day, one berth throughout, minimal luggage moving, and a relaxed pace,’ has launched two 14-day in-depth routes through northern and southern Xinjiang—the Affordable Edition and the Luxury Edition. These routes balance natural scenery and cultural experiences, making them especially suitable for silver-haired tourists who want to visit all of the Tianshan Mountains’ north and south without the hassle of frequent travel.Day 14:Urumqi – Departure point
New National Train • Northern and Southern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour (Luxury) Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure point – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Karez – 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 -白沙湖 – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Old City – Photoshoot – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Duku Southern Section – Bayanbulak – Narat Town
Day 8:Narat Town – Narat Scenic Area – Lavender Garden – Kokdala
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei
🌄 Route Highlights: One journey, see the essence of the Western RegionsDay 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 -五彩滩 – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianchi – Color Cotton Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Health Hotpot) – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure point
> Note:The actual order of visits and stay times may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area openings, subject to mutual agreement between both parties.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on local finalized text, 2026 latest tour dates and quotes)
New National Train • Northern and Southern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour Affordable:
Tour Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
The ‘New National Train’ special train features a carefully designed loop route, connecting the snowy mountains and lakes of northern Xinjiang with the oasis ancient cities of southern Xinjiang, covering Xinjiang’s most representative landscape types: from the Flaming Mountains and Ayding Lake in Turpan, to the白沙湖 and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau; from the street scenes of Kashgar Old City to the morning mist and cooking smoke of Hemu Village; from the blue tranquility of Sayram Lake to the sunset light and shadow of the五彩滩… The entire journey avoids duplicate routes, achieving an efficient and in-depth panoramic tour.National Train 4-person Compartment:Upper berth 5980 RMB/person, Lower berth 6980 RMB/person
Product Standards:Local comfortable hotel accommodation, approximately 40 people per group, excluding tickets, one-stop guide service throughout the journey
New National Train • Northern and Southern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour Luxury:
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 Standards:3 nights in 5-star hotels + 4 nights in 4-diamond hotels + 1 night in Hemu scenic area wooden house + 1 night in Narat 4-diamond hotel (homestay), no more than 26 people per group, one-stop guide service throughout the journey
> Warm Tips:The above prices are reference ranges. Specific costs, available seats, and room arrangements are subject to the travel contract signed with the travel agency and may vary slightly depending on the tour date.
📞 Registration Method
This route can be registered and consulted through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact:Manager Wang Fei
The train adopts a ‘tour by day, travel by night’ model, focusing on visiting core scenic spots during the day and running smoothly at night, saving a lot of travel time. The carriages are equipped with elderly-friendly facilities, such as non-slip floors, emergency call buttons, and wider berths, and provide one-stop guide services to ensure a worry-free journey. Additionally, the Urumqi station offers ‘Little Red Cap’ luggage assistance, ensuring a seamless transition from entering the station to boarding the train.#☎️：Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
#Wang Fei:Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
(Note:Specific boarding cities, transfer arrangements, and personalized needs can be confirmed in detail with customer service.)
ℹ️ Cost and Service Description
Cost Includes:Special train berth, accommodation as listed in the itinerary, guide service throughout, ‘Little Red Cap’ luggage assistance, tourist bus transfers (one seat per person).
Cost Excludes:Round-trip transportation to Urumqi, first admission tickets and scenic area shuttle buses, personal expenses, single room supplement (if applicable, can be negotiated for shared room or supplement), and optional self-funded activities within scenic areas.
Service Features:The Luxury Edition upgrades accommodation standards, adds Hemu wooden house and Narat special accommodation, with smaller group sizes for a more private experience; the Affordable Edition offers outstanding value for money, suitable for families focused on practicality.
Important Notes:The opening status of scenic spots, transportation connections, and meal arrangements involved in the itinerary are subject to the actual conditions on the day of departure. In case of force majeure or policy changes, the travel agency will negotiate itinerary changes with tourists in accordance with laws and regulations to protect the rights of both parties.
🌿 Final Thoughts
Xinjiang is vast, with beautiful scenery scattered across the region, posing challenges to physical strength and itinerary planning. The ‘New National Train’ Silver Hair Special Train, through mobile accommodation and scientific route design, truly achieves the ideal state of ‘lying down and watching the scenery.’ Whether you want to take your parents to see the autumn colors of Kanas or stroll through the streets of Kashgar Old City, this route offers a stable and relaxed choice.
The 2026 spring and summer tour dates have been gradually opened. It is recommended to contact the travel agency in advance to learn about available seats and elderly-friendly details, and to customize a safe, comfortable, and unforgettable slow journey to the Western Regions for your elders.
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