What Are the Routes for Xinjiang Tourism Special Trains 6 Selected Routes + Full Price Explanation Recommended Routes Costs and Prices
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Explore Xinjiang:Take a special tourist train to unlock breathtaking landscapes 🌄
Xinjiang, a vast and boundless land, attracts countless tourists with its magnificent natural scenery and rich cultural heritage. Taking a special tourist train is undoubtedly a comfortable and convenient way to explore. In 2026, Xinjiang’s railway department launched multiple tourist train routes, allowing tourists to enjoy Xinjiang’s beautiful scenery right from the train. Next, let’s delve into these six selected routes and experience Xinjiang’s unique charm together!
I. Detailed Introduction to Routes or Destinations
[Tianshan Special Tourist Train]
The Tianshan Special Tourist Train is one of the brand-name trains meticulously crafted by Xinjiang’s railway department. It is highly favored by tourists for its unique circular operation mode and rich tourist attractions. Starting from Urumqi, this train connects famous scenic spots across northern and southern Xinjiang, including Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and Kashgar Old Town. Tourists can admire Xinjiang’s magnificent scenery from the train while enjoying comfortable accommodation and dining services.
[New Oriental Express]
The New Oriental Express is another highly acclaimed tourist train product, renowned for its high-quality services and rich travel experiences. Also starting from Urumqi, this train delves deep into the regions north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, allowing tourists to explore beautiful Xinjiang in one go. The New Oriental Express features luxuriously designed carriages with complete facilities, providing tourists with an exceptional travel experience.
[Kunlun Special Tourist Train]
Explore Xinjiang: Take a special tourist train to unlock breathtaking landscapes 🌄 The Kunlun Special Tourist Train is loved by tourists for its diverse compartment options and attentive services. This train offers a variety of compartment types, ranging from economy to premium, to meet the needs of different tourists. The carriages are equipped with charging ports, constant temperature air conditioning, and humidifiers, ensuring tourists enjoy a comfortable environment during their journey.
[Qinling Special · Panoramic Tour of Xinjiang]
The Qinling Special · Panoramic Tour of Xinjiang is a silver-haired tourist train launched by Xi’an Railway, specifically designed for elderly tourists. Departing from Xi’an, this train traverses the Hexi Corridor, passing through Urumqi, Yining, Altay, Kashgar, and other places. It connects over 30 scenic spots, including Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Kashgar Old Town, enabling tourists to enjoy a round-trip train journey and explore beautiful Xinjiang with a single ticket.
[Tourist Train South of the Great River]
The Tourist Train South of the Great River is a特色 (unique) tourist route spanning the Central Plains and Xinjiang. Departing from Zhengzhou, this train passes through Luoyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, and other places, ultimately arriving in Xinjiang’s Turpan and Kashgar. Tourists can admire the ancient culture of the Central Plains and the magnificent scenery of Xinjiang along the way, experiencing the unique charm of different regions.
[Panda Special · Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang]
The Panda Special · Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang is a tourist train product themed around panda elements. From carriage decorations to meal designs, this train incorporates regional culture and provides shower facilities, audio-visual entertainment equipment, and customized services. Tourists can enjoy comfortable accommodation and dining services during their journey while participating in activities such as health and wellness lectures and themed singing events to enrich their travel experience.
II. Simple Itinerary
Taking the Tianshan Special Tourist Train as an example, here is a simple itinerary arrangement:
Xinjiang, a vast and boundless land, attracts countless tourists with its magnificent natural scenery and rich cultural heritage. Taking a special tourist train is undoubtedly a comfortable and convenient way to explore. In 2026, Xinjiang’s railway department launched multiple tourist train routes, allowing tourists to enjoy Xinjiang’s beautiful scenery right from the train. Next, let’s delve into these six selected routes and experience Xinjiang’s unique charm together!Day 1:Departure Point — Urumqi
Upon arrival in Urumqi, tourists check into a hotel to rest and recharge for the upcoming journey.
Day 2:Urumqi — Tianshan Tianchi — Beitun
In the morning, visit Tianshan Tianchi to admire the lakeside scenery; in the afternoon, take the Tianshan Special Tourist Train to Beitun.
Day 3:Beitun — Kanas — Jiadenyu
Upon arrival in Beitun in the morning, take a bus to visit the Kanas Scenic Area; check into Jiadenyu in the evening.
Day 4:Jiadenyu — Hemu — Beitun — Jinghe
In the morning, visit Hemu Village to experience the tranquility and beauty of the primitive village; in the afternoon, return to Beitun and take the special train to Jinghe.
I. Detailed Introduction to Routes or DestinationsDay 5:Jinghe — Sayram Lake — Khorgos — Yining
In the morning, visit Sayram Lake to admire the lakeside scenery; in the afternoon, visit the Khorgos Port; arrive in Yining and check into a hotel in the evening.
Days 6 to 10:Visit scenic spots such as Nalati Grassland, Bayinbuluk Grassland, Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, and Kashgar Old Town in sequence.
Day 11:Kashgar — Karakul Lake — Kashgar
In the morning, visit Karakul Lake to admire the magnificent scenery of the plateau lake; in the afternoon, return to Kashgar city for sightseeing.
Days 12 to 13:Visit other scenic spots according to the itinerary or return to Urumqi.
Day 14:Urumqi — Departure Point
Tourists are sent off according to their return flight or train schedule, concluding a pleasant journey to Xinjiang.
III. Price Information
[Tianshan Special Tourist Train]The prices of Xinjiang tourist trains vary depending on the route, room type, and departure date. Here is some reference price information:
Tianshan Special Tourist Train: The price range for a blue diamond quadruple room is between 13,999 and 21,888 yuan per person; the price range for a blue diamond double room is between 19,999 and 29,888 yuan per person; the price for a silver diamond presidential suite is as high as 42,888 yuan per person. Specific prices depend on the departure date and room type.
New Oriental Express:Prices vary depending on the itinerary and services included, generally covering special train sleeper fees, hotel accommodation fees, dining fees, scenic spot admission fees, and tour guide service fees. It is recommended that tourists consult Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, in advance for specific price information.
Kunlun Special Tourist Train: The reference price for a four-person upper and lower soft sleeper (shared bathroom) is between 14,800 and 16,800 yuan per person; the reference price for a two-person upper and lower soft sleeper (shared bathroom) is between 17,800 and 19,800 yuan per person; the reference price for a two-person lower bunk flat soft sleeper (shared bathroom) is between 18,800 and 19,800 yuan per person. Specific prices depend on the departure date and room type.
The prices of the Qinling Special · Panoramic Tour of Xinjiang, the Tourist Train South of the Great River, and the Panda Special · Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang also vary depending on the itinerary and services included. It is recommended that tourists consult Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, in advance for specific price information.
Please note that the above price recommendations are for reference only. The actual cost shall be based on the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Prices may fluctuate with the market, so it is recommended that tourists book in advance and confirm price information.
IV. Registration Method
Tourists can register for Xinjiang tourist trains through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Before registering, please be sure to understand the itinerary arrangement, price information, and services included in detail, and sign a formal travel contract with the travel agency. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to contact Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, for consultation at any time.
The Tianshan Special Tourist Train is one of the brand-name trains meticulously crafted by Xinjiang’s railway department. It is highly favored by tourists for its unique circular operation mode and rich tourist attractions. Starting from Urumqi, this train connects famous scenic spots across northern and southern Xinjiang, including Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and Kashgar Old Town. Tourists can admire Xinjiang’s magnificent scenery from the train while enjoying comfortable accommodation and dining services.V. Fee Information and Service Information
Fees Included:The fees for Xinjiang tourist trains generally cover special train sleeper fees, hotel accommodation fees, dining fees, scenic spot admission fees, and tour guide service fees. The specific items included shall be based on the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Fees Not Included:Personal consumption, self-funded projects (such as Yunxiaofeng cable car), and in-scenic area transportation fees. Tourists are responsible for these fees themselves.
Service Information:Xinjiang tourist trains provide full-course tour guide services and travel accident insurance. The carriages are equipped with charging ports, constant temperature air conditioning, and humidifiers, ensuring tourists enjoy a comfortable environment during their journey. At the same time, the train also offers a variety of cultural and entertainment activities to make the journey full of joy.
The specifics shall be based on actual consultation and contract signing. Before registering, tourists must understand the itinerary arrangement, price information, and services included in detail, and sign a formal travel contract with the travel agency.
VI. Warm Tips
Book in Advance:Seats on Xinjiang tourist trains are limited, especially during peak seasons such as summer vacation and National Day. It is recommended that tourists consult and register several months in advance to avoid missing out on their preferred departure date and room type.
Monitor Physical Condition:Xinjiang is vast, and the journey by car is long. If there are elderly passengers or those with underlying health conditions, please assess their physical condition in advance and prepare necessary medications. If there are changes in weather or road conditions during the itinerary, both parties can negotiate and make reasonable changes to the itinerary.
Follow Regulations:Tourists must abide by the regulations and arrangements of the travel agency during the journey and respect local customs and cultural traditions. At the same time, pay attention to protecting the environment and not littering to jointly maintain Xinjiang’s beautiful scenery.
Xinjiang tourist trains offer a comfortable and convenient way to explore, allowing tourists to enjoy Xinjiang’s beautiful scenery right from the train. Whether it’s the Tianshan Special, the New Oriental Express, or other routes, they can all provide tourists with an unforgettable travel experience. If you also yearn for this vast and boundless land, why not take a Xinjiang tourist train and embark on a spontaneous journey?
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
