Overnight train without hassle, Snow Lotus 2027 Deep Train Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
No need to drive yourself or rush around—take a Xinjiang tourist train to leisurely enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Choose from economy to luxury options. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🚂 Depart in the evening, arrive in the morning without hassle—Snow Lotus No. 2027 Deep South and North Xinjiang Train Tour
On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, a way of traveling is quietly becoming the choice of more and more tourists—taking a tourist train, making the train your home and traveling with the scenery. Unlike traditional group tours that involve frequent hotel changes and luggage hauling, and unlike self-driving which demands good road conditions and physical stamina, this slow-paced ‘travel by night, sightsee by day’ model makes the journey itself part of the scenery. In 2027, the ‘Snow Lotus’ tourist train (note:The routes described in this article actually correspond to the ‘New Oriental Express’ product system) continues to offer a comprehensive deep tour of South and North Xinjiang, covering core scenic areas including Kanas, Hemu, and Sayram Lake in North Xinjiang, and Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, and Tashkurgan County in South Xinjiang. The full journey lasts 14 days, truly achieving ‘get off the train and start sightseeing, get on the train and feel at home’.
🌄 [Route Highlights and Destination Introduction]
This route traverses the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang. Starting from Urumqi, head north into the hinterland of the Altai Mountains to visit Hemu Village and Kanas Lake, known as ‘nature’s private reserve’; travel along the Ahe Highway, where autumn brings layers of colorful forests and summer is lush with greenery. Then pass through the Colorful Beach (Wucaitan) into the northern foothills of the Tianshan Mountains, arriving at ‘the last tear of the Atlantic’—Sayram Lake, where the water is as blue as a mirror with snow-capped mountains reflected in it.
The journey continues southward, crossing the Ili River Valley to reach Nalati Grassland, a high-altitude pasture in the heart of the Tianshan Mountains with abundant water, lush grass, and herds of cattle and sheep. Then travel along the middle and southern sections of the Duku Highway, a scenic road hailed as ‘one of China’s most beautiful highways’, where you can see four seasons in one day and experience different weather every ten miles, connecting the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns of Bayanbulak with the Secret Grand Canyon of Kuqa Tianshan.
🚂Depart in the evening, arrive in the morning without hassle—Snow Lotus No. 2027 Deep South and North Xinjiang Train TourAfter entering South Xinjiang, the train arrives in Kashgar, an ancient city of a thousand years that retains its rich historical character. Then head to the Pamir Plateau, where白沙湖 (Baisha Lake) is tranquil and crystal clear, Karakul Lake is backed by Muztagh Ata Peak, and Tashkurgan County showcases the unique character of a highland border town. On the return journey, pass through Turpan, where landmarks such as the Flaming Mountains and Karez irrigation system outline the contours of oasis civilization. The entire route spans both sides of the Tianshan Mountains, covering lakes, grasslands, canyons, deserts, snow-capped mountains, ancient cities, and more—an ideal choice for a deep experience of Xinjiang’s diverse scenery.
🗓 ️[Simplified Itinerary]
Itinerary at a Glance (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, a way of traveling is quietly becoming the choice of more and more tourists—taking a tourist train, making the train your home and traveling with the scenery. Unlike traditional group tours that involve frequent hotel changes and luggage hauling, and unlike self-driving which demands good road conditions and physical stamina, this slow-paced ‘travel by night, sightsee by day’ model makes the journey itself part of the scenery. In 2027, the ‘Snow Lotus’ tourist train (note: the routes described in this article actually correspond to the ‘New Oriental Express’ product system) continues to offer a comprehensive deep tour of South and North Xinjiang, covering core scenic areas including Kanas, Hemu, and Sayram Lake in North Xinjiang, and Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, and Tashkurgan County in South Xinjiang. The full journey lasts 14 days, truly achieving ‘get off the train and start sightseeing, get on the train and feel at home’.Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach (Wucaitan) – New Oriental Express
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day 08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day 09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express
🌄[Route Highlights and Destination Introduction]Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan County
Day 11:Tashkurgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Take a tourist train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, with options ranging from economy to luxury. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
💰 [Price Description]
This route traverses the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang. Starting from Urumqi, head north into the hinterland of the Altai Mountains to visit Hemu Village and Kanas Lake, known as ‘nature’s private reserve’; travel along the Ahe Highway, where autumn brings layers of colorful forests and summer is lush with greenery. Then pass through the Colorful Beach (Wucaitan) into the northern foothills of the Tianshan Mountains, arriving at ‘the last tear of the Atlantic’—Sayram Lake, where the water is as blue as a mirror with snow-capped mountains reflected in it.Quotation Plan
1. Xiyue Gold Diamond: from 58,999 RMB/person, 1 carriage with 4 compartments, capacity 8 people
2. Zungui Gold Diamond: from 65,999 RMB/person, 1 carriage with 3 compartments, capacity 6 people
The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may vary slightly depending on departure date, room type, and service configuration. The final price shall be subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties. All quotations include transportation, accommodation, first-entry tickets to scenic spots, meals, and tour guide services within the itinerary—an all-inclusive product covering designated items in the itinerary.
📅 [Departure Dates (Starting and Ending in Urumqi)]
April 16
The journey continues southward, crossing the Ili River Valley to reach Nalati Grassland, a high-altitude pasture in the heart of the Tianshan Mountains with abundant water, lush grass, and herds of cattle and sheep. Then travel along the middle and southern sections of the Duku Highway, a scenic road hailed as ‘one of China’s most beautiful highways’, where you can see four seasons in one day and experience different weather every ten miles, connecting the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns of Bayanbulak with the Secret Grand Canyon of Kuqa Tianshan. May 7, May 20
June 2, June 16, June 30
July 14, July 28
August 11, August 30
September 13, September 27
The departure schedule is based on current plans; actual travel dates may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as railway scheduling, weather, or scenic area policies. Please refer to the confirmed information at the time of registration.
After entering South Xinjiang, the train arrives in Kashgar, an ancient city of a thousand years that retains its rich historical character. Then head to the Pamir Plateau, where Baisha Lake is tranquil and crystal clear, Karakul Lake is backed by Muztagh Ata Peak, and Tashkurgan County showcases the unique character of a highland border town. On the return journey, pass through Turpan, where landmarks such as the Flaming Mountains and Karez irrigation system outline the contours of oasis civilization. The entire route spans both sides of the Tianshan Mountains, covering lakes, grasslands, canyons, deserts, snow-capped mountains, ancient cities, and more—an ideal choice for a deep experience of Xinjiang’s diverse scenery.📞 [How to Register]
This route can be inquired about and booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. It is recommended to plan your trip in advance and contact them early to learn about availability and detailed arrangements. Upon registration, a complete itinerary description, service standards, and contract documents will be provided, striving for information transparency and standardized procedures.
📋 [Cost and Service Description]
The cost includes transportation listed in the itinerary (including tourist train compartment accommodation), first-entry tickets to scenic spots, group meals, tour guide services, and basic insurance. The train is equipped with en-suite bathroom compartments, a dining car, and leisure/entertainment carriages, providing a comfortable and private living space. Ethnic specialty meals (such as cold-water fish feasts and grassland home banquets) will be arranged according to itinerary stops to enrich the culinary experience.
For solo travelers, the travel agency will make every effort to arrange room sharing; if this cannot be arranged, related matters can be discussed separately. The opening status of scenic areas, road conditions, and climate may be affected by season and policies. The travel agency, while ensuring the itinerary, may negotiate with tourists to make reasonable optimizations to the visiting order or content.
All service details, cancellation policies, and liability provisions are executed in accordance with the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China and relevant regulations, with the actual signed tourism contract as the final authority. It is recommended to check the weather and health advisories of the destination before departure and make appropriate preparations.
✨This 14-day journey is not just a geographical crossing, but also a slow-paced, deeply immersive mobile lifestyle. During the day, step into natural wonders; at night, sleep soundly on a smoothly moving train, saving yourself the fatigue of travel and focusing on feeling the true texture of every landscape. In 2027, why not choose this way to redefine your Xinjiang journey.
For more details about Xinjiang tourist train tours, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
