Xinjiang Silk Road Dream Train Tour Schedule and Prices for June September Announced, Official Website Booking
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Silk Road Dream Express tourist train? The Silk Road Dream Express tourist train tickets must be purchased through the railway’s professional and regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) or by contacting Guo Jing, Manager of the Silk Road Dream Express Department, via WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Please note that this train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 Silk Road Dream Express:A mobile art space for slow travel through the Western Regions
On the vast land of Xinjiang, travel is not just about arriving, but about immersing in the journey and savoring a relaxed pace. In 2026, the ‘Silk Road Dream Express’ tourist train, with its ‘travel by day, rest by night, one ticket for all’ model, connects the natural wonders and cultural imprints of northern and southern Xinjiang and the Hexi Corridor. Unlike the tight pace of traditional group tours, this train turns the journey itself into an experience—the carriages are mobile resting spaces, the windows frame a flowing landscape scroll, and every stop is carefully designed for depth and comfort.
🌄 Route Highlights:A panoramic journey across diverse landscapes
The Silk Road Dream Express route spans the Tianshan Mountains from north to south, covering multiple landscape types such as alpine lakes, grasslands, wetlands, desert oases, and ancient historical cities. During the trip, you can ascend to the shores of Kanas Lake to gaze at snow-capped mountain reflections, or stroll through the ancient city of Kashgar to feel the lingering charm of the millennia-old Silk Road; from the vastness of the Nalati Sky Grassland to the tranquility of the Lop Nur Village, and then to the coolness of the Turpan Grape Valley, the geographical span and richness of landscapes are rare among domestic railway tourism products. The train features high-quality formations, equipped with en-suite rooms, panoramic windows, Chinese and Western dining cars, and leisure salon areas. Some room types even offer 270° views of the scenery along the way, making every moment of the journey a pleasure.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Strictly based on the original local facts)
D1:National – 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: Yaochi Banquet, Dinner: Dawaz Welcome Banquet) | Accommodation: Urumqi Hilton or equivalent
🚂 Silk Road Dream Express: A mobile art space for slow travel through the Western RegionsD3:Urumqi – Silk Road Dream Express – Kuytun – Duku North Section – Nalati | Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner included (Lunch: Train Chinese 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 dinner) | Accommodation: Silk Road Dream Express
D6:Beitun City – Hemu | Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner included (Breakfast: Train breakfast, 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
D8:Kanas – Beitun City – Korla | Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner included (Breakfast: Hotel breakfast, Lunch: Local specialty meal, Dinner: Train dinner) | Accommodation: Silk Road Dream Express
D9:Korla – Lop Nur Village – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner included (Breakfast: Train breakfast, Lunch/Dinner: Local specialty meals) | Accommodation: Silk Road Dream Express (Alternative attractions for foreign tourists: Bosten Lake + Bazhou Museum)
On the vast land of Xinjiang, travel is not just about arriving, but about immersing in the journey and savoring a relaxed pace. In 2026, the ‘Silk Road Dream Express’ tourist train, with its ‘travel by day, rest by night, one ticket for all’ model, connects the natural wonders and cultural imprints of northern and southern Xinjiang and the Hexi Corridor. Unlike the tight pace of traditional group tours, this train turns the journey itself into an experience—the carriages are mobile resting spaces, the windows frame a flowing landscape scroll, and every stop is carefully designed for depth and comfort.D10:Kashgar – Gaotai Folk Houses – Yengisar Knife Museum – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner included (Breakfast: Train breakfast, 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 breakfast, Lunch: Specialty meal, Dinner: Train dinner) | Accommodation: Silk Road Dream Express
D13:Turpan – Grape Valley – Turpan | Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner included (Breakfast: Train breakfast, Lunch/Dinner: Local specialty meals) | Accommodation: Turpan Hengze International or equivalent
D14:Turpan – Flaming Mountain – Karez Well – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner included (All local specialty meals) | Accommodation: Urumqi Hilton or equivalent
D15:Urumqi – National (Exclusive airport drop-off, can sleep in) | Meals: Breakfast included, Lunch/Dinner self-care | Accommodation: Warm home
> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening policies, subject to mutual agreement between both parties.
🌄 Route Highlights: A panoramic journey across diverse landscapes💰 Price Description (Strictly based on the original local facts)
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Silk Road Dream Express 0614 Starry Territory Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang 16-Day Tour
Qingyaju/Shuanghuige/Qinzixuan Unified Price:69,999 RMB/person
Jinxiu Weiyang Suite:299,999 RMB/suite (can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child)
Silk Road Dream Express 0902 Silk Road Corridor Panoramic 14-Day Tour
Qingyaju/Shuanghuige/Qinzixuan Unified Price:49,999 RMB/person
Jinxiu Weiyang Suite:219,999 RMB/suite (can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child)
The Silk Road Dream Express route spans the Tianshan Mountains from north to south, covering multiple landscape types such as alpine lakes, grasslands, wetlands, desert oases, and ancient historical cities. During the trip, you can ascend to the shores of Kanas Lake to gaze at snow-capped mountain reflections, or stroll through the ancient city of Kashgar to feel the lingering charm of the millennia-old Silk Road; from the vastness of the Nalati Sky Grassland to the tranquility of the Lop Nur Village, and then to the coolness of the Turpan Grape Valley, the geographical span and richness of landscapes are rare among domestic railway tourism products. The train features high-quality formations, equipped with en-suite rooms, panoramic windows, Chinese and Western dining cars, and leisure salon areas. Some room types even offer 270° views of the scenery along the way, making every moment of the journey a pleasure.Silk Road Dream Express Dunhuang Northern Xinjiang Western Corridor 2026 September 28 Urumqi Assembly
Qingyaju/Shuanghuige/Qinzixuan Unified Price:45,999 RMB/person
Jinxiu Weiyang Suite:199,999 RMB/suite (can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child)
The above prices are reference quotes. The actual cost is subject to the signed contract and may vary slightly depending on the schedule, room type, and service content.
📞 Registration Method
You can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Customer Service Phone:181-3962-2229
🗓️ Simplified Itinerary (Strictly based on the original local facts)WeChat ID:181-3962-2229
(For address information, please contact customer service directly for the latest guidance)
📋 Cost and Service Description
Costs usually include:Accommodation, meals, first admission tickets to scenic spots, necessary transportation within scenic areas (e.g., Tianshan Tianchi boat ride), air-conditioned tour bus or train seats throughout the trip, professional tour guide service, travel agency liability insurance, etc., as listed in the itinerary.
Not included:Round-trip transportation to Urumqi (air/train tickets), personal expenses, optional activities within some scenic areas, (if single occupancy is required, it can be negotiated based on the actual situation).
All service details, cancellation and change policies, and itinerary arrangements are subject to the ‘Tour Contract’ and comply with the relevant provisions of the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’. It is recommended to fully communicate with the travel agency before departure to confirm all arrangements.
🌿 Warm Tips
Xinjiang has a vast territory with large temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring clothing suitable for changeable climates; some sections have high altitudes, so please arrange your itinerary according to your health condition. Train operations and scenic area openings may be affected by seasonal and weather factors. The travel agency will negotiate with tourists to reasonably optimize the itinerary while protecting their rights.
This journey is not just about seeing the scenery, but about measuring the poetry of the land with time. If you long for a leisurely and quality way to explore the Western Regions, the Silk Road Dream Express might be the answer you are looking for.
2026 Silk Road Dream Express Tourist Train Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Manager Guo Jing of the Train Department WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
