Tianshan No Southern and Northern Xinjiang Circuit 13 Day Trip Booking Guide
No need to drive or travel back and forth, take the Xinjiang tourist train to slowly enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Various options from economy to luxury are available for you to choose from. Professionally operating Xinjiang tourist train tours, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🚂 Tianshan Hao:13-Day Round Trip of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, Please Keep This ‘Ride + Tour’ Guide
If you are planning a full tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang but are worried about the long distances, frequent hotel changes, and luggage handling, the ‘Tianshan Hao’ tourist train might be the travel method you need.
It is a round-trip train starting and ending in Urumqi, covering both Northern and Southern Xinjiang, using a ‘train follows people, travel by night, tour by day’ model. Rest on the train at night, and take a bus to scenic spots during the day, avoiding the hassle of frequent hotel changes.
This guide will analyze this 13-day round trip from two core perspectives: ‘Ride Experience’ and ‘Tour Route,’ helping you plan your trip easily.
🗺 ️ Route Overview:Explore the Best of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in 13 Days
The Tianshan Hao route connects the natural scenery of Northern Xinjiang with the cultural charm of Southern Xinjiang, allowing you to experience snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and ancient cities in one trip.
Simplified Itinerary
Day 01:Departure – Urumqi (Pick up and check into hotel) | Meals: Self-care | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jia Deng Yu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jia Deng Yu
🚂 Tianshan Hao: 13-Day Round Trip of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, Please Keep This ‘Ride + Tour’ GuideDay 04:Jia Deng Yu – Hemu – Wucaitan – Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 05:Jinghenan – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Liuxing Street – Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
Day 06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayanbulak | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayan Town
Day 07:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Restan Old Street – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 08:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Tashkurgan County
Day 09:Tashkurgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Aksu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 11:Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon – Ta Village – Turpan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 12:Flaming Mountains – Grape Manor – Fruit Feast – Karez Well – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – All over China (Drop off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm Home
💡 Itinerary Notes:The order of the itinerary and some stops may be adjusted based on actual conditions; the contract and departure notice shall prevail.
If you are planning a full tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang but are worried about the long distances, frequent hotel changes, and luggage handling, the ‘Tianshan Hao’ tourist train might be the travel method you need.🌟 Highlights Along the Way:Unmissable Scenery
1. Tianshan Tianchi: Known as the ‘Pearl of the Tianshan Mountains,’ with clear lake water and snow-capped peaks surrounding it, it is one of Xinjiang’s iconic landscapes.
2. Kanas & Hemu: The mystery of Kanas Lake and the Tuva wooden houses of Hemu Village complement each other, making it a paradise for photography enthusiasts.
3. Sayram Lake: ‘The last tear of the Atlantic Ocean,’ with azure blue water and wildflowers blooming by the lake in summer, offering pleasant scenery.
4. Nalati Grassland & Bayanbulak: The alpine grassland of Nalati and the sunset at Bayanbulak’s Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns showcase the vastness and grandeur of Xinjiang’s grasslands.
5. Pamir Plateau: Attractions like Karakul Lake, Stone City, and Golden Grassland let you experience the majesty and tranquility of the plateau up close.
6. Kashgar Old City & Cultural Experience: Stroll through Kashgar Old City, feel the charm of this thousand-year-old city, visit local families, and taste authentic cuisine.
💰 Price Explanation:Schedule and Room Type Reference
The following are reference prices for different assembly dates. Actual costs, availability, and room arrangements are subject to the contract and may vary with the schedule.
I. Schedules (Urumqi Assembly Dates) and Corresponding Prices
1. May 7
It is a round-trip train starting and ending in Urumqi, covering both Northern and Southern Xinjiang, using a ‘train follows people, travel by night, tour by day’ model. Rest on the train at night, and take a bus to scenic spots during the day, avoiding the hassle of frequent hotel changes.Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quad Room:13999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:19999 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:18999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:12999 RMB/person
2. July 28 / August 11
Take a tourist train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, various options from economy to luxury are available for you to choose from. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
Blue Diamond Quad Room:14999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24999 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:20999 RMB/person
This guide will analyze this 13-day round trip from two core perspectives: ‘Ride Experience’ and ‘Tour Route,’ helping you plan your trip easily.Silver Diamond Twin Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:13999 RMB/person
3. June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4
Blue Diamond Quad Room Upper Berth:16999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quad Room Lower Berth:17999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:24999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:17888 RMB/person
4. June 13 / 25 / September 5
🗺️ Route Overview: Explore the Best of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in 13 DaysBlue Diamond Quad Room:21888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:29888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:17888 RMB/person
5. October 9
Blue Diamond Quad Room:9999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:15999 RMB/person
📋 Registration and Fee Information
Registration Method
The Tianshan Hao route connects the natural scenery of Northern Xinjiang with the cultural charm of Southern Xinjiang, allowing you to experience snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and ancient cities in one trip.You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, consultation phone:181-3962-2233 (WeChat same number). For specific office address, please contact customer service directly.
Fee Explanation
Included Items:Meals as indicated in the itinerary, accommodation for the corresponding tier, first admission tickets to scenic spots, corresponding berths on the train, local ground transportation within the itinerary, guide services, etc.
Excluded Items:Round-trip transportation from departure to Urumqi, self-paid items within scenic spots, and personal expenses.
Service Explanation
The train offers various room types to meet different travel needs.
Equipped with guides and onboard medical staff throughout the trip to ensure a safe journey.
Weather, road conditions, and scenic spot openings involved in the itinerary may lead to reasonable changes upon mutual agreement.
⚠ ️ Travel Preparation and Notes
1. Health and Altitude Sickness: The itinerary includes high-altitude sections. Tourists with underlying conditions such as cardiovascular or cerebrovascular diseases must inform us truthfully when registering. It is recommended that seniors over 70 be accompanied by family.
2. Luggage Preparation: Train berths can store large luggage; only carry personal items when getting off. It is recommended to bring a windproof jacket, comfortable hiking shoes, and sunscreen.
3. Respect Local Culture: Xinjiang is a multi-ethnic region; please respect local customs and folk culture, and present yourself as a civilized and friendly traveler.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist trains, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
