How to Book the Tianfu Express Xinjiang Special Train 2026 Complete Guide to 15 Day North and South Xinjiang Loop Quotes Recommended Routes Costs and Prices
Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send itinerary and quotation
✨ 【In-Depth Analysis of the Tianfu Express Xinjiang Special Train:2026 Comprehensive Guide to the Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop Route】✨
🌄 【Route Highlights:An Immersive Journey Across the Northern and Southern Tian Shan Mountains】
In 2026, tourism in Xinjiang continues to soar, and the “Tianfu Express” special train has become a popular choice for in-depth exploration of the northern and southern landscapes, thanks to its unique dual-mode design of “train + car.” This 15-day loop covers core attractions such as Urumqi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, the Duku Highway, and the Old Town of Kashgar, balancing natural scenery with cultural experiences. It is especially suitable for travelers seeking a slow-paced journey without frequent changes of accommodation.
The special train features all soft-sleeper compartments equipped with scenic windows, charging ports, and 24-hour hot water. Night travel saves time, while daytime stops at key attractions truly realize the concept of “the train follows the scenery, and the heart leads the way.” Special experiences such as afternoon tea at the Haden Viewing Platform, aerial photography at Karakul Lake, and a concert at the Jiaohe Ancient City are arranged to make the journey more than just “checking off landmarks” but also integrating into local life.
📅 【Simple Itinerary:A 15-Day Visual Feast Through the Four Seasons】
Based on the latest route planning, the itinerary is as follows:
🔸 Day 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou → Urumqi
The special train departs from Chengdu or Lanzhou, entering Xinjiang along the Lanzhou-Xinjiang Railway, offering magnificent views of the Gobi Desert and snow-capped mountains along the way.
🔸 Day 2:Urumqi (Yuejiaojiao, Cocktail Party, Scenic Activities)
✨【In-Depth Analysis of the Tianfu Express Xinjiang Special Train: 2026 Comprehensive Guide to the Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop Route】✨Upon arrival in the capital, check into the hotel for a brief rest and attend the welcome cocktail party organized by the special train in the evening, overlooking the city nightscape.
🔸 Day 3:Urumqi → Beitun (Welcome Banquet, Heavenly Lake of Tian Shan)
Visit the “Fairy Pool of the Queen Mother of the West,” Heavenly Lake of Tian Shan, take a boat ride to enjoy the lake scenery, and savor a special cold-water fish banquet in Beitun in the evening.
🔸 Day 4:Beitun → Hemu (Hemu Scenic Area, Haden Viewing Platform, Afternoon Tea)
Venture into the Tuvan village, overlook the panoramic view of Hemu Village from the Haden Viewing Platform, and enjoy afternoon tea amidst the birch forest in the evening.
🔸 Day 5:Hemu → Kanas (Kanas Scenic Area, Fish Viewing Platform, Boat Ride)
Spend the whole day exploring Kanas Lake, ascend the Fish Viewing Platform to overlook the legendary birthplace of the lake monster, and take a boat ride to feel the clarity of the lake water up close.
🔸 Day 6:Kanas → Beitun (Moon Bay, Fairy Bay, Wolong Bay)
Retrace the classic “Three Bays” route, capturing the Fairy Bay amidst morning mist and the crescent-shaped Moon Bay, a must-see for photography enthusiasts.
🔸 Day 7:Beitun → Sayram Lake (Afternoon Tea)
🌄【Route Highlights: An Immersive Journey Across the Northern and Southern Tian Shan Mountains】Cross the Junggar Basin to reach Sayram Lake, known as the “Last Tear of the Atlantic,” and enjoy cycling around the lake or sitting by the lakeside for afternoon tea.
🔸 Day 8:Sayram Lake → Nalati (Nalati Aerial Grassland)
Cross the Tian Shan Mountains and stroll on the aerial grassland at an altitude of 2,000 meters, witnessing the fantastical scene of snow-capped mountains, forests, and grasslands in the same frame.
🔸 Day 9:Nalati → Kuqa (Middle Section of the Duku Highway)
Traverse the middle section of the Duku Highway, admiring the大小龙池 (Large and Small Dragon Pools) and the Bayanbulak Grassland along the way, experiencing the temperature changes of “four seasons in one day.”
🔸 Day 10:Kuqa → Kashgar (Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, Southern Section of the Duku Highway)
Explore the Kuqa Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, continue south in the afternoon, and freely explore the old city night market upon arrival in Kashgar.
🔸 Day 11:Kashgar (Tashkurgan Direction: Baisha Lake, Muztagh Ata, Karakul Lake, Aerial Photography, Home Visit)
Head to the Pamir Plateau, visit the “Blue Tear” Baisha Lake, gaze up at the “Father of Ice Mountains,” Muztagh Ata, up close, and delve into home visits in villages of various ethnic groups.
In 2026, tourism in Xinjiang continues to soar, and the “Tianfu Express” special train has become a popular choice for in-depth exploration of the northern and southern landscapes, thanks to its unique dual-mode design of “train + car.” This 15-day loop covers core attractions such as Urumqi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, the Duku Highway, and the Old Town of Kashgar, balancing natural scenery with cultural experiences. It is especially suitable for travelers seeking a slow-paced journey without frequent changes of accommodation.🔸 Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan (Kashgar Old Town, Gaotai Residential Buildings, Id Kah Mosque)
Tour the Kashgar Old Town, visit the traditional architecture of the Gaotai Residential Buildings, and feel the power at the Id Kah Mosque.
🔸 Day 13:Turpan (Concert at Jiaohe Ancient City)
Explore the world’s best-preserved earthen architecture site, the Jiaohe Ancient City, and attend an outdoor concert organized by the special train in the evening.
🔸 Day 14:Turpan → Return Trip (Flaming Mountains, Fruit Banquet, Karez Irrigation System)
Cross the Flaming Mountains, savor fresh fruits from the Grape Valley, visit the Karez underground water conservancy project, and learn about the wisdom of various ethnic groups.
🔸 Day 15-16:Arrival in Lanzhou/Chengdu (Intangible Cultural Heritage Handicrafts, Scenic Activities)
The special train returns, participating in intangible cultural heritage handicraft experiences along the way, and finally arrives at the departure point, concluding the journey.
💰 【Price Explanation:2026 Reference Quotation, Subject to Contract】
Based on the latest schedules for 2026, the special train offers two room type options:
The special train features all soft-sleeper compartments equipped with scenic windows, charging ports, and 24-hour hot water. Night travel saves time, while daytime stops at key attractions truly realize the concept of “the train follows the scenery, and the heart leads the way.” Special experiences such as afternoon tea at the Haden Viewing Platform, aerial photography at Karakul Lake, and a concert at the Jiaohe Ancient City are arranged to make the journey more than just “checking off landmarks” but also integrating into local life.🔹 Deluxe Double Room (3 compartments, 13㎡):
May 19:96,880 yuan/person
June 5, 22, July 9, 26, August 12, 29, September 15, October 2 (Duku Highway canceled):98,880 yuan/person
🔹 Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10㎡):
May 19:76,880 yuan/person
June 5, 22, July 9, 26, August 12, 29, September 15, October 2 (Duku Highway canceled):78,880 yuan/person
❗The price includes special train soft sleeper, local transportation, accommodation, meals, admission tickets, and activity experiences, excluding personal consumption. Due to fluctuations in the tourism market, actual prices may vary with schedules, and the final price is subject to the signed contract.
📝 【Registration Method:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency】
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for schedule availability and detailed itinerary. It is recommended to book 30 days in advance, especially for summer and National Day schedules, as popular room types have limited availability.
📅【Simple Itinerary: A 15-Day Visual Feast Through the Four Seasons】💡 【Fee Explanation and Service Standards】
✅ Fees Include:Special train soft sleeper, local air-conditioned tour bus, accommodation throughout (including characteristic homestays), 14 breakfasts and 28 main meals, first admission tickets to attractions, activity experience fees, and tour guide service fees.
✅ Fees Exclude:Round-trip transportation to the departure point, personal insurance, and self-funded items outside the itinerary.
✅ Service Standards:Bilingual tour guides are provided throughout the journey, 24-hour medical support is available on the special train, and hotels are all local four-star or characteristic boutique homestays.
✅ Special Reminder:For single registrants, efforts will be made to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation. Reasonable itinerary changes can be made upon mutual agreement, subject to actual consultation and contracting.
🌈 【Travel Tips】
🔸 Xinjiang has large temperature variations between day and night; bring windproof jackets and warm clothing.
🔸 The Pamir Plateau is at a high altitude; it is advisable to prepare anti-altitude sickness medication in advance.
🔸 The Duku Highway is recommended to be open from June to September; the October schedule will be replaced with other attractions.
🔸 Respect the customs and habits of various ethnic groups; remove shoes when entering certain places and avoid loud noises.
🚂 The Tianfu Express special train is not just a journey but a cultural dialogue across time and space. In 2026, let’s make the train our home and spend 15 days understanding the vastness and tenderness of Xinjiang.
Contact Manager Maizi at 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send itinerary and quotation
