New National Train Special Line 2026 Price List Clear Explanation of 14 Day Costs in Northern and Southern Xinjiang Recommended Itinerary Costs and Prices
Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation.
Comprehensive Guide to the 2026 New National Train Special: A 14-Day In-Depth Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang:A Moving Scenic Route Through the North and South of the Tianshan Mountains
[Itinerary Highlights:A Mobile ‘Five-Star Hotel’ Covering All the Essence of Northern and Southern Xinjiang]
As a ‘star product’ of Xinjiang tourism, the New National Train Special connects core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang through a combined ‘train + car’ transportation model, eliminating the fatigue of long-distance driving while allowing for an in-depth experience of the local customs of various ethnic communities. The 2026 route has been comprehensively upgraded, featuring newly renovated 4-person soft sleeper compartments equipped with bathrooms, charging ports, and large observation windows, truly a ‘mobile scenic hotel.’ The train operates at night and stops during the day, allowing tourists to disembark and explore at their leisure, delving deep into Turpan’s Flaming Mountains, Kashgar’s ancient city, Kanas’s lakes and mountains, and Nalati’s pastoral songs on the grasslands.
⭐[Simple Itinerary:Dual Options: Budget and Luxury Editions]
Designed based on the latest 2026 routes, the New National Train offers both ‘Budget’ and ‘Luxury’ itinerary options to meet different budgetary needs:
Budget Edition Itinerary (14 Days)
Day 1:Departure Location → Urumqi (Free time, adjust to time difference)
Day 2:Urumqi → Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Irrigation System, Aydingkol Lake) → Hotan
Day 3:Traverse the Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway → Qira → Kunlun Mountains Grand Canyon → Hotan
Day 4:Hotan Tuancheng → Aidelaisi Silk Workshop → Yuetegan Ancient City → Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan → Kashgar (Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake) → Kashgar
Comprehensive Guide to the 2026 New National Train Special: A 14-Day In-Depth Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang: A Moving Scenic Route Through the North and South of the Tianshan MountainsDay 6:Kashgar Ancient City → Hotan Jade Exhibition Hall → Xiangfei Garden → Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa Kizilya Grand Canyon → Restan Street → Special train to Kuitun/Yining
Day 8:Kuitun/Yining → Nalati Town
Day 9:Nalati Grassland → Kokdala
Day 10:Kokdala → Sayram Lake → Jinghe → Beitun
Day 11:Beitun → Kanas → Wucaichi (Five-Colored Beach) → Burqin
Day 12:Burqin → Hemu Village → Beitun → Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Xinjiang Colored Cotton Base → Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi → Return Journey
Luxury Edition Itinerary (14 Days)
Day 1:Departure Location → Urumqi (Free time)
[Itinerary Highlights: A Mobile ‘Five-Star Hotel’ Covering All the Essence of Northern and Southern Xinjiang]Day 2:Urumqi → Karez Irrigation System → Grape Manor → Flaming Mountains → Turpan → Qira
Day 3:Traverse the Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway → Qira → Kunlun Mountains Scenic Area → Hotan
Day 4:Hotan Tuancheng → Aidelaisi Silk → Yuetegan Ancient City → Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan → Kashgar (Karakul Lake, Baisha Lake) → Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar Ancient City Travel Photography → Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon → Southern Section of the Duoku Highway → Bayinbuluk → Nalati Town
Day 8:Nalati Scenic Area → Lavender Garden → Kokdala
Day 9:Kokdala → Huiyuan Ancient City → Sayram Lake → Bole/Shuanghe
Day 10:Bole/Shuanghe → Guai Shiyu (Strange Stone Valley) → Ancient Road Hot Spring → Jinghe → Beitun
Day 11:Beitun → Ahe Highway → Hemu Scenic Area
Day 12:Hemu → Kanas → Wucaichi (Five-Colored Beach) → Beitun → Urumqi
As a ‘star product’ of Xinjiang tourism, the New National Train Special connects core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang through a combined ‘train + car’ transportation model, eliminating the fatigue of long-distance driving while allowing for an in-depth experience of the local customs of various ethnic communities. The 2026 route has been comprehensively upgraded, featuring newly renovated 4-person soft sleeper compartments equipped with bathrooms, charging ports, and large observation windows, truly a ‘mobile scenic hotel.’ The train operates at night and stops during the day, allowing tourists to disembark and explore at their leisure, delving deep into Turpan’s Flaming Mountains, Kashgar’s ancient city, Kanas’s lakes and mountains, and Nalati’s pastoral songs on the grasslands.Day 13:Urumqi → Tianchi → Colored Cotton Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Health Hot Pot) → Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi → Return Journey
💰 [Price Explanation:2026 Reference Prices, Subject to Contract]
Based on the latest 2026 group dates and prices provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, the New National Train Special is divided into the following two categories:
Budget Edition:
Group Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
Prices:Upper Bunk: 5980 RMB/person, Lower Bunk: 6980 RMB/person
Service Standards:Local comfortable hotel accommodation, approximately 40 people per group, excluding admission tickets, full-service one-stop tour guide.
Luxury Edition:
Group Dates:Same as Budget Edition
Prices:Upper Bunk: 14800 RMB/person, Lower Bunk: 15800 RMB/person
⭐[Simple Itinerary: Dual Options: Budget and Luxury Editions]Service Standards:3 nights in a five-star hotel + 4 nights in a four-diamond hotel + 1 night in a Hemu Scenic Area wooden cabin + 1 night in a Nalati homestay, no more than 26 people per group, full-service one-stop tour guide, plus ‘Little Red Hat’ luggage handling service at Urumqi Station.
⚠ ️ Warm Tips:Prices may fluctuate based on market supply and demand, subject to the signed contract; fees for children, elderly, and other special groups require separate consultation.
📝 [Registration Method:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency]
You can register for the New National Train Special itinerary through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. It is recommended to contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing in advance before registration to confirm availability and personalized needs (such as room sharing, dietary restrictions, etc.). The travel agency will provide a detailed itinerary and contract template based on tourist needs, striving for clear rights and interests.
💡 [Fee Explanation and Service Details]
Fees Include:Special train soft sleeper compartment, transportation within the itinerary, hotel accommodation, tour guide services, basic insurance.
Fees Exclude:Admission tickets, personal expenses, (single registrants will do their best to coordinate room sharing, special circumstances require negotiation for price difference).
Service Highlights:
Onboard doctor on the special train to respond to emergencies such as altitude sickness;
Luxury Edition offers special experiences such as medicinal diet health hot pot and ancient road hot springs;
No arranged shopping stops throughout the entire journey, focusing on in-depth tours.
Designed based on the latest 2026 routes, the New National Train offers both ‘Budget’ and ‘Luxury’ itinerary options to meet different budgetary needs: Subject to actual consultation and signing, both parties can reasonably modify the itinerary upon mutual agreement.
🌄 [Must-Visit Attractions in Northern and Southern Xinjiang Recommendations]
Kanas Lake:Known as the ‘backyard garden,’ it features lakes and mountains in summer and vibrant foliage in autumn. Visitors can take boat tours or hike the Three Bays.
Nalati Grassland:One of the world’s four major alpine grasslands, it is covered with wildflowers from June to August. Visitors can ride horses or take shuttle buses to visit the yurts of local Kazak communities.
Kashgar Ancient City:A 2000-year-old earthen architectural complex where visitors can wander through labyrinthine alleys, taste roasted baozi and pot meat, and experience the vibrant blend of various ethnic cultures.
Sayram Lake:Known as the ‘last tear of the Atlantic,’ visitors can drive or bike around the lake. In July, wildflowers bloom along the lakeside, making it a paradise for photography enthusiasts.
Hemu Village:A primitive village inhabited by the Tuwa people, where visitors can watch the morning mist rise and the Milky Way shine at night. In autumn, the golden birch forests resemble a fairy tale world.
📌 [Precautions:Latest Tips for 2026]
Document Preparation:Valid identification, permits (required for visiting Kanas and Khabahe, the travel agency can assist).
Climate and Clothing:Xinjiang has large temperature variations between day and night, so even in summer, it is advisable to bring a windbreaker; areas like Kanas and Hemu are at higher altitudes, so sun protection and warmth are important.
Dietary Adaptation:The diet mainly consists of beef, mutton, and noodles. Those with sensitive stomachs are advised to bring common medications.
Policy Changes:Scenic area opening hours and ticket policies may change, so it is necessary to confirm the latest information with the travel agency before traveling.
The New National Train Special is not just a mode of transportation but a ‘mobile feast’ traversing northern and southern Xinjiang. Whether choosing the cost-effective Budget Edition or the in-depth Luxury Edition, you can fully experience the grandeur and warmth of Xinjiang in 14 days. Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency immediately to start your Tianshan journey!
Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation.
