Xinjiang Special Train Schedule Complete Timetable for All Major Special Trains in 2026 Recommended Routes and Costs
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
Shining Tianshan Mountains • Special Train Tour:2026 Comprehensive Guide to Xinjiang Train Travel
(Icon)✨[Route Highlights:Experience All Four Seasons of the Western Regions in One Train Journey]✨
Xinjiang is vast, and traditional travel often involves tiring long-distance transfers. The newly upgraded train travel model for 2026 features a unique design of “sightseeing during the day and traveling at night,” connecting the forest lakes of Northern Xinjiang, the desert ancient cities of Southern Xinjiang, and the Gobi wonders of Eastern Xinjiang. Tourists can enjoy in-depth exploration of core scenic spots during the day, while the train travels smoothly at night, saving time and avoiding the risks of fatigue driving. The current train types include three series: “Tianshan Number,” “New Oriental Express,” and “New National Train.” Each train is equipped with scenic windows, dining cars, entertainment areas, and medical stations, with some premium carriages also featuring bathrooms and observation bars.
(Icon)🚂[Train Schedule and Core Attractions]🚂
According to the latest scheduling information for July 2026, the schedules for the three main train routes are as follows:
Tianshan Number North-South Xinjiang Loop (13 days)
Schedule:July 13/26, August 8/21, September 2
Covered Attractions:Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayinbuluk Wetland, Duku Highway, Karakul Lake, Kashgar Old Town, Wensu Grand Canyon, Flaming Mountains
Special Experiences:Kanas Lake boat tour, horseback riding in Nalati, home visits with local families, ethnic song and dance dinner
New Oriental Express In-Depth Tour (10 days)
Schedule:July 15/28, August 10/23
Covered Attractions:Urumqi International Bazaar, Turpan Grape Valley, Kuqa Grand Canyon, Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves, Pamir Plateau, Panlong Ancient Road, Baisha Lake
Shining Tianshan Mountains • Special Train Tour: 2026 Comprehensive Guide to Xinjiang Train TravelSpecial Experiences:Kuqa music and dance performance, Tashkurgan yak hotpot, Kashgar Old Town intangible cultural heritage workshop
New National Train North-South Xinjiang Through Line (14 days)
Schedule:July 10/24, August 7/20
Covered Attractions:Hami Dahaidao, Hotan Tuancheng, Atlas Silk Workshop, Yotkan Ancient City, Hotan Night Market, Korla Lop Nur Village, Bosten Lake
Special Experiences:Hotan jade appraisal experience, desert off-road sand sliding, Lop Nur fishing and hunting culture display
(Icon)📅[Example 13-Day Tianshan Number Classic Itinerary]📅
Day 1:Arrive in Urumqi from across the country (recommended free activities: Xinjiang Museum, International Bazaar)
Day 2:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi (cable car to summit) – Beitun (overnight on train)
Day 3:Beitun – Kanas Lake (boat exploration) – Jiadenyu (wooden house accommodation)
Day 4:Jiadenyu – Hemu Village (Tuwa wooden house experience) – Wucaitan sunset – Jinghe South (overnight on train)
Day 5:Jinghe South – Sayram Lake (cycling around the lake) – Guozigou Bridge – Yining (stroll along Liuxing Street)
Day 6:Yining – Nalati Grassland (hiking on the aerial grassland) – Bayinbuluk (sunset at the Nine Curves Eighteen Bends)
Day 7:Bayinbuluk – Duku Highway (switching between四季 [four seasons] scenery) – Resitan Old Street – Kashgar (overnight on train)
(Icon)✨[Route Highlights: Experience All Four Seasons of the Western Regions in One Train Journey]✨Day 8:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau (Karakul Lake, Stone City) – Taxkorgan (home visits with local families)
Day 9:Taxkorgan – Baisha Lake – Kashgar (Xiangfei Garden, Id Kah Mosque)
Day 10:Kashgar – Wensu Grand Canyon (hiking in Danxia landform) – Aksu (overnight on train)
Day 11:Aksu – Tacun (village in the clouds) – Turpan (Karez irrigation system, Grape Manor)
Day 12:Turpan – Flaming Mountains (surface temperature experience) – Urumqi (fruit feast)
Day 13:Depart Urumqi for destinations across the country (airport transfer based on flight schedule)
(Icon)💰[Pricing System and Room Type Options]💰
Current train prices vary based on room type and departure date. Taking August schedules as an example:
Tianshan Number Train
Blue Diamond 4-Person Room (shared bathroom):Starting from 14,800 yuan per person
Blue Diamond 2-Person Room (shared bathroom):Starting from 18,800 yuan per person
Silver Diamond 2-Person Room (private bathroom):Starting from 22,800 yuan per person
Executive Suite (private bathroom + observation bar):Starting from 29,800 yuan per person
Xinjiang is vast, and traditional travel often involves tiring long-distance transfers. The newly upgraded train travel model for 2026 features a unique design of “sightseeing during the day and traveling at night,” connecting the forest lakes of Northern Xinjiang, the desert ancient cities of Southern Xinjiang, and the Gobi wonders of Eastern Xinjiang. Tourists can enjoy in-depth exploration of core scenic spots during the day, while the train travels smoothly at night, saving time and avoiding the risks of fatigue driving. The current train types include three series: “Tianshan Number,” “New Oriental Express,” and “New National Train.” Each train is equipped with scenic windows, dining cars, entertainment areas, and medical stations, with some premium carriages also featuring bathrooms and observation bars.New Oriental Express
Standard 4-Person Room:Starting from 16,800 yuan per person
Deluxe 2-Person Room:Starting from 23,800 yuan per person
Presidential Suite (bathroom + reception area):42,800 yuan per room (limit 2 people)
New National Train
Economy 4-Person Room:Starting from 13,999 yuan per person
Comfort 2-Person Room:Starting from 19,999 yuan per person
Family Suite (1.5-meter double bed + 0.8-meter single bed):26,888 yuan per room (limit 3 people)
(Price Note: The above fees include accommodation for the entire trip, meals, first admission tickets to attractions, inter-zone transportation, and guide services, excluding major transportation from the departure location to Urumqi. Specific prices may vary based on schedule and are subject to the contract signed after consulting with Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing from Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency.)
(Icon)📝[Registration Method and Fee Explanation]📝
Inquiries and registrations can be made through Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency. When registering, please provide the number of travelers, room type preferences, and special needs (such as aging facilities, vegetarian requirements, etc.), and customer service will recommend suitable options based on real-time availability.
Fees Include:
Train sleeper fees (based on selected room type)
(Icon)🚂[Train Schedule and Core Attractions]🚂 All land transportation (scenic spot shuttle buses)
12 nights of accommodation (including train accommodation + characteristic hotels/wooden houses)
25 main meals (including characteristic flavor meals)
First admission tickets to attractions and inter-zone buses
Professional guide and accompanying doctor services
Fees Do Not Include:
Round-trip major transportation to Urumqi
Personal expenses and self-funded projects
Travel accident insurance (recommended to purchase independently)
(Single travelers will do their best to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation)
(Icon)⚠️[Important Reminders and Service Guarantees]⚠️
Train itineraries may change due to weather, road conditions, and other factors, and the order of visits can be reasonably adjusted after mutual agreement
All trains are equipped with AED emergency equipment and common medications, with accompanying doctors responding to health needs 24 hours a day
According to the latest scheduling information for July 2026, the schedules for the three main train routes are as follows:Scenic spot opening hours are subject to local announcements (e.g., Tianshan Tianchi is open from 8:30-19:00)
August is the peak tourist season in Xinjiang; it is recommended to secure seats 30 days in advance
Specific service standards are subject to the contract signed after consulting with Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing from Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency
(Icon)🌄[Seasonal Limited Experiences]🌄
July-August:Nalati Grassland flower sea, Kanas morning fog, Sayram Lake blue ice melting
September:Duku Highway autumn colors, Wensu Grand Canyon Danxia, Kashgar Old Town autumn drying
Special Recommendation:The August 20 schedule coincides with the ethnic “Xiaogongbahar Festival,” offering experiences of sheep snatching competitions and eagle dance performances
(Icon)📞[Take Action Now]📞
Call Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency to obtain the latest 2026 schedule and room type diagrams. Let a train take you through deserts, grasslands, snow-capped mountains, and canyons, allowing you to understand the grandeur and tenderness of Xinjiang in a 13-day journey.
(Ending Icon)✨[Travel Tips]✨
Xinjiang has a 2-hour time difference with the mainland; it is recommended to rest adequately on the first day of arrival
Large temperature differences between day and night require carrying windproof jackets and sun protection items
The train is equipped with charging ports and Wi-Fi (signal may be weak in some areas)
Respect the customs and habits of all ethnic groups; consent must be obtained before photographing people
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
