2027 Encounter the Beautiful Two Person Occupancy Surcharge Encounter the Beautiful Passing Through Lanzhou
When will pre-sales for the 2027 Meet Beauty train open? How far in advance can seats be booked for the 2027 Meet Beauty train? Which channel is used to book tickets for the 2027 Meet Beauty train? The Meet Beauty train is a customized high-end cultural tourism package product of the railway, not an ordinary passenger train, and there is no separate train ticket sales channel. Authorized booking channel: Wang Fei, Manager of the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Complete registration process: consult and obtain materials → select departure date and room type → submit registration information → pay deposit to lock a seat → sign electronic contract, transparent and traceable throughout the process
Exploring the mountains and rivers of the Silk Road:The Complete Guide to the 17-Day In-Depth Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang on the “Meet Beauty” Train
🌄 Route overview:A slow Silk Road journey through a thousand years
The “Meet Beauty” special train starts from Wuhan and adopts a “travel by night, tour by day” model. Over 17 days, it connects 8 core cities including Urumqi, Kashgar, and Altay, and covers more than 20 5A/4A scenic areas such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas Lake, and Nalati Grassland. The special train is equipped with bathrooms, multi-functional sightseeing cars, and specialty dining cars. Tourists do not need to change hotels frequently, and luggage stays with the train throughout the journey, truly achieving “see all of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in one trip.”
📅 New 2027 departure dates and prices (final terms subject to contract)
Departure schedule:
May 16, June 4, June 23, July 12, August 2, August 30, September 18
(Multiple departures operate consecutively, with limited seats; booking 30 days in advance is recommended)
Room types and reference prices:
Four-person cabin with conversation: Upper berth from 20,999 yuan/person, lower berth from 21,999 yuan/person (May departures)
Three-person cabin with small reunion: Upper berth from 26,999 yuan/person, lower berth from 27,999 yuan/person (May departures)
Freestyle cabin double room: From 48,999 yuan/person (all periods)
Anran Residence luxury double room: From 53,999 yuan/person (May departures)
(Prices for June-September departures increase by 10%-20%; specifics subject to consultation and signing)
🗺 ️Simple itinerary (17 days, followed as-is)
Day Itinerary Meals Accommodation
Exploring the mountains and rivers of the Silk Road: The Complete Guide to the 17-Day In-Depth Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang on the “Meet Beauty” Train D1 Wuchang Station-Lanzhou Lunch Dinner Special train
D2 Lanzhou-Gansu Museum-Yellow River Customs Line-Korla Breakfast Lunch Dinner Special train
D3 Arrive in Korla in the evening Breakfast Lunch Dinner Korla
D4 Korla-Lop Nur People Village-Taklamakan Desert-Kashgar Breakfast Lunch Dinner Special train
D5 Karakul Lake-Stone City-Golden Grass Beach Breakfast Lunch Dinner Tashkurgan
D6 Home visits with people of all ethnic groups-White Sand Lake Breakfast Lunch Dinner Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City-Gaotai Folk Houses-Id Kah Mosque-Kuqa Breakfast Lunch Dinner Special train
D8 Kuqa-Tianshan Mystic Grand Canyon-Duku Highway-Bayinbulak Breakfast Lunch Dinner Bayin Town
D9 Bayin Town-Nalati Grassland Breakfast Lunch Dinner Yining
D10 Sayram Lake-Beitun Breakfast Lunch Dinner Special train
D11 Beitun-Hemu Scenic Area Breakfast Lunch Dinner Jiadengyu
D12 Kanas-Jiadengyu Breakfast Lunch Dinner Burqin
D13 Burqin-Kazakh home visit-Five-Colored Beach-Urumqi Breakfast Lunch Dinner Special train
D14 Urumqi-Tianshan Tianchi Breakfast Lunch Dinner Urumqi
D15-16 Urumqi-Wuchang Breakfast Lunch Dinner Special train
🌄Route overview: A slow Silk Road journey through a thousand years D17 Arrive at Wuchang Station Breakfast Lunch Warm home
🚂 Transportation guide:A seamlessly connected Silk Road corridor
Major transportation:
Wuhan to Lanzhou section:Direct special train (D1), saving the trouble of transfers
Within Xinjiang:Special train throughout + local regular tour buses (vehicle age ≤3 years, each seat includes 500,000 yuan insurance)
Special design:
Night train:D2-D4, D7-D8, D10-D11, D13-D15 are night operations, with in-depth daytime sightseeing
Emergency support:Each group is equipped with 2 drivers, driving no more than 8 hours per day, with mandatory rest every 2 hours
🎫 Ticket fees and opening policies (latest verification in 2026)
Reference tickets for core scenic areas:
Tianshan Tianchi:155 yuan/person (including shuttle bus)
Kanas Lake:230 yuan/person (including shuttle bus)
Nalati Grassland:135 yuan/person (Sky Grassland route)
Kashgar Old City:Free (some experience items charged separately)
Opening hours:
Kanas Scenic Area:8:30-20:30 (extended to 21:00 in June-August)
Manager of the Tourism Registration and Ticket Consultation Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route materials). Consultation phone/WeChat: 18095969599. You can also contact via WhatsApp: +86 18095969599, LINE: xjwf10086, email 3086604115@qq.com for related matters, and consult about the latest travel routes and quotes.
The “Meet Beauty” special train starts from Wuhan and adopts a “travel by night, tour by day” model. Over 17 days, it connects 8 core cities including Urumqi, Kashgar, and Altay, and covers more than 20 5A/4A scenic areas such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas Lake, and Nalati Grassland. The special train is equipped with bathrooms, multi-functional sightseeing cars, and specialty dining cars. Tourists do not need to change hotels frequently, and luggage stays with the train throughout the journey, truly achieving “see all of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in one trip.”Tianshan Tianchi:9:00-19:00 (changed to 10:00-17:00 in winter)
Duku Highway:Recommended opening June-September (specific dates subject to announcements by transportation authorities)
Reservation policy:
Kanas/Tianchi:Reservation required 1 day in advance through the “Xinjiang Is a Good Place” official website
Kashgar Old City:No reservation required, but large performances require on-site ticket purchase
📸 Must-visit experiences and photo spots
Three natural wonders:
Kanas Lake morning mist:Shoot at Fish Watching Platform from 6:30-7:30
Nalati Grassland sunset:Go to the herders’ homes after 20:00
Five-Colored Beach Danxia:Shoot layered backlight from 19:30-20:30
Cultural experiences:
Home visits with people of all ethnic groups:Participate in naan baking and learn the eagle flute (Tashkurgan, D5 afternoon)
Yurts of people of all ethnic groups:Experience milking cows and making milk curd (Burqin, D12 morning)
Kashgar Old City opening ceremony:Two shows at 10:30/18:00 (Id Kah Square)
🍜 Food map:The West in every bite
📅New 2027 departure dates and prices (final terms subject to contract)Special train dining car features:
Daily provision of 8 specialty meals including Xinjiang mixed noodles, pilaf, and baked buns
Special arrangement “Night of a Hundred Flavors”:Choose one of big plate chicken, pepper-flavored chicken, or roast whole lamb
Local recommendations:
Korla:Peacock River night market (baked buns 3 yuan each)
Kashgar:Century-old teahouse (rose tea + nut set 25 yuan)
Urumqi:Lingguan Alley (hand-grabbed lamb 88 yuan/kg)
⚠ ️Travel tips:A guide to handling high altitude and desert
Altitude sickness:
Tashkurgan section (altitude 3,200 meters):Prepare rhodiola in advance, do not shower on the first day
Recommended items:Sunscreen (SPF50+), sunglasses, moisturizing lip balm
Desert protection:
Taklamakan section:Wear high-top sand-proof shoes and bring a magic headscarf
Best photo time:16:00-18:00 (soft light)
🙋 FAQ:Answers to frequently asked questions
Departure schedule:Q:What groups is the special train suitable for?
A:Family trips (children must be at least 6 years old), middle-aged and elderly groups (no strenuous hiking), photography enthusiasts (includes multiple exclusive time slots for photography groups)
Q:How to cope with weather changes?
A:July-August is the best season, but bring a windbreaker (temperature differences in mountainous areas can reach 20°C); after September, some mountainous areas may see snowfall, and the travel agency provides emergency warm equipment rental
Q:What if there are policy changes?
A:If a scenic area is temporarily closed, it will be replaced with a scenic spot of equal value (such as Sayram Lake replaced by Huocheng Lavender Manor), and a supplementary agreement will be signed after both parties reach consensus
📞 Registration methods and professional services
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 (phone and WeChat same number). Manager Wang Fei is a native Xinjiang local who has been deeply engaged in the Xinjiang tourism industry for more than ten years. She has traveled every scenic spot across the Tianshan Mountains, and is familiar with the full travel routes of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, road and weather conditions, and local customs.
Fee description:
Included:Wuhan-Xinjiang round-trip special train hard sleeper, full accommodation (including special train accommodation), first admission tickets to scenic areas, 15 breakfasts and 30 main meals, local transportation, guide service
Not included:Personal expenses, optional paid items (such as Kanas cruise 120 yuan/person), expenses caused by force majeure
(Specifics subject to actual consultation and signing)
Service guarantee:
Each group is limited to 30 people, equipped with 1 national escort guide + 1 local guide
Complimentary travel accident insurance (coverage 500,000 yuan/person)
24-hour emergency response team (including medical support)
[Disclaimer] The information in this article is compiled based on public data in 2026. The specific itinerary may change due to weather, policies, and other factors, and the final contract of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency shall prevail.
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