2026 Xinjiang Luxury Train Silk Road Dream Express Annual Schedule, Official Website Ticketing Process
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Silk Road Dream Tour Train? The Silk Road Dream Tour Train can only be purchased through the official professional railway travel agency: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), or by contacting the train department manager Guo Jing via WeChat: 181-3962-2229. It cannot be purchased directly through other channels like 12306. Note that this train adopts an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 Silk Road Dream Tour Train:A slow travel life crossing the Tianshan Mountains from north to south
In the vast Xinjiang, a travel method is redefining “in-depth travel”—not rushing through attractions or constantly changing hotels, but making the train your home, immersing in nature and culture during the day, and sleeping in a comfortable mobile space at night. In 2026, the high-end cultural tourism train “Silk Road Dream Tour” has entered regular operation, becoming a choice for more and more travelers who value experience.
This train is not an ordinary means of transportation, but a “mobile resort space” traveling through the Western Regions. The carriages are equipped with bathrooms, panoramic electric heated viewing windows, temperature control systems, and high-quality bedding. Public areas feature tea rooms, KTV, art and leisure lounges, and other functional zones, along with vacation ambassadors and 24-hour train butler service. Luggage is handled by staff throughout the journey, allowing travelers to travel light and truly achieve “no luggage moving, no rushing, just sightseeing.”
📍 Detailed introduction to routes or destinations
The Silk Road Dream Tour connects the lakes and grasslands of Northern Xinjiang, the ancient cities and deserts of Southern Xinjiang, and the historical sites of Eastern Xinjiang, covering classic destinations such as Tianshan Tianchi, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, Hemu, Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, Kashgar Old City, and Turpan Grape Valley. The itinerary cleverly uses nighttime travel to save time, focusing on sightseeing during the day to avoid long journeys.
The route design balances natural scenery and cultural experiences: feel the pastoral songs of the grasslands at Nalati, capture the morning mist and forests at Kanas, stroll through the bustling streets of Kashgar Old City, and learn about oasis civilization at the Lop Nur Village. Some departures also pass through the northern section of the Duku Highway (usually open from June to September), with snow-capped mountains and glaciers on one side and forests and meadows on the other, known as “one of China’s most beautiful highways.”
Additionally, the itinerary includes several special themed meals, such as “Yao Chi Banquet,” “Dawaz Welcome Banquet,” and “Southern Xinjiang Welcome Banquet,” blending local flavors with cultural performances to make taste buds part of the travel memories.
🚂 Silk Road Dream Tour Train: A slow travel life crossing the Tianshan Mountains from north to south🗓 ️ Simple itinerary (September 28, 2026, Urumqi assembly departure)
D1:Nationwide – Urumqi (exclusive airport pickup, hotel check-in, hotel buffet dinner) | Meals: Breakfast/lunch self-care, dinner included | Accommodation: Urumqi Hilton or equivalent
D2:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi (including boat ride) – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast/lunch/dinner included (lunch Yao Chi Banquet, dinner Dawaz Welcome Banquet) | Accommodation: Urumqi Hilton or equivalent
D3:Urumqi – Silk Road Dream Tour Train – Kuytun – Duku North Section – Nalati | Meals: Breakfast/lunch/dinner included (lunch train meal, dinner local specialty meal) | Accommodation: Nalati Jinling Resort or equivalent
D4:Nalati Grassland – Tianshan Flower Sea – Yining | Meals: Breakfast/lunch/dinner included (all local specialty meals) | Accommodation: Yining InterContinental or equivalent
D5:Yining – Sayram Lake – Beitun City | Meals: Breakfast/lunch/dinner included (lunch local specialty meal, dinner train meal) | Accommodation: Silk Road Dream Tour Train
D6:Beitun City – Hemu | Meals: Breakfast/lunch/dinner included (breakfast train meal, lunch/dinner local specialty meals) | Accommodation: Hemu Resort or equivalent
D7:Hemu – Kanas | Meals: Breakfast/lunch/dinner included (all local specialty meals) | Accommodation: Manyunjian or equivalent
In the vast Xinjiang, a travel method is redefining “in-depth travel”—not rushing through attractions or constantly changing hotels, but making the train your home, immersing in nature and culture during the day, and sleeping in a comfortable mobile space at night. In 2026, the high-end cultural tourism train “Silk Road Dream Tour” has entered regular operation, becoming a choice for more and more travelers who value experience.D8:Kanas – Beitun City – Korla | Meals: Breakfast/lunch/dinner included (breakfast hotel meal, lunch local specialty meal, dinner train meal) | Accommodation: Silk Road Dream Tour Train
D9:Korla – Lop Nur Village – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast/lunch/dinner included (breakfast train meal, lunch/dinner local specialty meals) | Accommodation: Silk Road Dream Tour Train (alternative for foreign tourists: Bosten Lake + Bazhou Museum)
D10:Kashgar – Gaotai Folk Houses – Yingjisha Knife Museum – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast/lunch/dinner included (breakfast train meal, lunch local specialty meal, dinner Southern Xinjiang Welcome Banquet) | Accommodation: Kashgar Radisson or equivalent
D11:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast/lunch/dinner included (all local specialty meals) | Accommodation: Kashgar Radisson or equivalent
D12:Kashgar – Id Kah Mosque – Kashgar Old City – Turpan | Meals: Breakfast/lunch/dinner included (breakfast hotel meal, lunch specialty meal, dinner train meal) | Accommodation: Silk Road Dream Tour Train
D13:Turpan – Grape Valley – Turpan | Meals: Breakfast/lunch/dinner included (breakfast train meal, lunch/dinner local specialty meals) | Accommodation: Turpan Hengze International or equivalent
D14:Turpan – Flaming Mountains – Karez Well – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast/lunch/dinner included (all local specialty meals) | Accommodation: Urumqi Hilton or equivalent
D15:Urumqi – Nationwide (exclusive airport drop-off, can sleep in) | Meals: Breakfast included, lunch/dinner self-care | Accommodation: Warm home
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xinjiang Tourism Train Booking Center Manager Guo Jing 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience, add as friend to send itinerary and pricing
This train is not an ordinary means of transportation, but a “mobile resort space” traveling through the Western Regions. The carriages are equipped with bathrooms, panoramic electric heated viewing windows, temperature control systems, and high-quality bedding. Public areas feature tea rooms, KTV, art and leisure lounges, and other functional zones, along with vacation ambassadors and 24-hour train butler service. Luggage is handled by staff throughout the journey, allowing travelers to travel light and truly achieve “no luggage moving, no rushing, just sightseeing.”> Note:The itinerary involves seasonal roads (such as the Duku Highway) and scenic area openings, which will be dynamically adjusted based on traffic authority announcements, and can be reasonably optimized after mutual agreement.
💰 Price explanation (2026 reference pricing)
The following is pricing information for currently bookable departures, subject to the actual signed contract:
Silk Road Dream Tour 0614 Star Territory Panoramic Northern and Southern Xinjiang 16-Day Tour
Qingya Residence/Shuanghui Pavilion/Qinzi Xuan unified price:69,999 RMB/person
Jinxiu Weiyang Suite:299,999 RMB/suite (can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child)
Silk Road Dream Tour 0902 Silk Road Corridor Panoramic 14-Day Tour
📍 Detailed introduction to routes or destinationsQingya Residence/Shuanghui Pavilion/Qinzi Xuan unified price:49,999 RMB/person
Jinxiu Weiyang Suite:219,999 RMB/suite (can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child)
Silk Road Dream Tour Dunhuang Northern Xinjiang Western Corridor September 28, 2026, Urumqi assembly
Qingya Residence/Shuanghui Pavilion/Qinzi Xuan unified price:45,999 RMB/person
Jinxiu Weiyang Suite:199,999 RMB/suite (can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child)
> Tip:Prices may vary slightly depending on departure, availability, and service configuration. Please refer to customer service confirmation and the signed travel contract.
📞 Registration method
Inquiries and registration can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
The Silk Road Dream Tour connects the lakes and grasslands of Northern Xinjiang, the ancient cities and deserts of Southern Xinjiang, and the historical sites of Eastern Xinjiang, covering classic destinations such as Tianshan Tianchi, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, Hemu, Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, Kashgar Old City, and Turpan Grape Valley. The itinerary cleverly uses nighttime travel to save time, focusing on sightseeing during the day to avoid long journeys.Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2229 (copy to add as friend, get detailed route materials and latest availability information for free)
For address-related matters, please consult customer service directly.
📋 Cost and service explanation
The cost includes full accommodation, meals, first admission tickets to scenic spots, inter-district transportation, exclusive airport pickup and drop-off, train service, and professional team reception. All cabins are equipped with bathrooms, smart temperature control systems, high-quality bedding, and emergency call devices, with some room types offering dedicated butler service.
The itinerary includes intangible cultural heritage experiences, special dance performances, and travel photography services, aiming to convey the charm of Silk Road culture at a comfortable pace. Medical support includes a general practitioner and nurse per group, providing basic health protection.
> Special note:Specific service content, scenic spot arrangements, accommodation standards, etc., are subject to actual consultation and the signed contract. Due to weather, road conditions, policies, and other factors, the itinerary may have reasonable changes, which can be optimized after mutual agreement.
🌿 Warm tips
Xinjiang is vast with significant temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring easily adjustable clothing and take sun protection measures (such as sun-protective clothing, hats, sunscreen, etc.). June to October is the suitable travel period, with rich scenery and pleasant weather.
Whether you are a family traveler, photography enthusiast, or someone seeking a comfortable slow journey, the “Silk Road Dream Tour” offers a new way to explore the region—letting the scenery flow and allowing both body and mind to truly relax.
2026 Silk Road Dream Tour Train ticket booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Train department manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
