Tianshanhao Special Train 2026 Xinjiang Tour Price Detailed Costs for Kanas + Yili Route Recommended Route Costs and Prices
Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send your itinerary and receive a quote.
Tianshan Express 2026: Tour of XinjiangComprehensive Guide to In-Depth Travel: Kanas + Yili
🌄 Itinerary Highlights:A Visual Feast Across the Tianshan Mountains
The grandeur of Xinjiang lies in its diverse landscapes, encompassing snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and deserts. The newly upgraded 2026 “Tianshan Express” train focuses on “slow travel and deep experiences,” connecting the autumn fairy tale of Kanas in Northern Xinjiang with the summer pastoral of the Yili Valley. The train features all-sleeper cabins, traveling overnight to save time and stopping at key scenic spots during the day, allowing travelers to comfortably enjoy the best views north and south of the Tianshan Mountains.
The itinerary covers two major geographical regions: Northern Xinjiang, represented by Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and the Colorful Beach, showcases the forests and wetlands of the Altai Mountains; Southern Xinjiang focuses on the Karakul Lake and the Stone City on the Pamir Plateau, as well as the千年人文 (millennium-old humanities) of Kashgar Old City. The train also offers exclusive experiences such as a circumnavigation of Sayram Lake, horseback riding on the Nalati Grassland, and a drive through the southern section of the Duku Highway, meeting the dual needs of photography enthusiasts and nature explorers.
📅 Simple Itinerary:13-Day Panoramic Tour
Designed based on the latest route, the itinerary is as follows:
Day 1:Departure City – Urumqi
Meals:On Your Own
Accommodation:Urumqi
After arrival, check into the hotel. For leisure activities, visit the International Bazaar to experience the local market atmosphere.
Day 2:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake of Tianshan – Beitun
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:Train Sleeper
Visit Heavenly Lake of Tianshan in the morning and take the special train to Beitun in the afternoon.
Day 3:Beitun – Kanas – Jiadengyu
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:Jiadengyu
Tianshan Express 2026: Tour of Xinjiang – Comprehensive Guide to In-Depth Travel: Kanas + YiliSpend the day exploring Kanas Lake and Guanyu Platform, and stay overnight in a wooden cabin within the scenic area in the evening.
Day 4:Jiadengyu – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Jinghe South
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:Train Sleeper
Capture the morning mist in Hemu Village at dawn, explore the Yardang landforms at Colorful Beach in the afternoon, and take the special train southward at night.
Day 5:Jinghe South – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Six-Star Street – Yining
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:Yining
Tour around Sayram Lake, cross the Guozigou Bridge, and stroll through Six-Star Street in Yining in the evening.
Day 6:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayanbulak
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:Bayan Town
Go horseback riding on the Nalati Grassland in the morning and head to Bayanbulak in the afternoon to watch the sunset over the meandering river.
Day 7:Bayanbulak – Southern Duku Highway – Restan Old Street – Kashgar
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:Train Sleeper
Drive through the southern section of the Duku Highway and visit Restan Old Street upon arrival in Kashgar.
Day 8:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland
🌄Itinerary Highlights: A Visual Feast Across the Tianshan MountainsMeals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:Taxkorgan
Spend the day touring the Pamir Plateau and get a close view of Muztagh Ata and Karakul Lake.
Day 9:Taxkorgan – Tajik Home Visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:Kashgar
Experience home visits with various ethnic groups and photograph Baisha Lake on the way back to Kashgar.
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Xiangfei Garden – Aksu
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:Train Sleeper
Visit the handicraft workshops in Kashgar Old City and tour Xiangfei Garden and Id Kah Mosque.
Day 11:Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon – Ta Village – Turpan
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:Train Sleeper
Tour the Danxia landforms of Wensu Grand Canyon and arrive in Turpan at night.
Day 12:Flaming Mountains – Grape Valley – Fruit Feast – Karez Irrigation System – Urumqi
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:Urumqi
The grandeur of Xinjiang lies in its diverse landscapes, encompassing snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and deserts. The newly upgraded 2026 “Tianshan Express” train focuses on “slow travel and deep experiences,” connecting the autumn fairy tale of Kanas in Northern Xinjiang with the summer pastoral of the Yili Valley. The train features all-sleeper cabins, traveling overnight to save time and stopping at key scenic spots during the day, allowing travelers to comfortably enjoy the best views north and south of the Tianshan Mountains.Experience the fruit feast in Turpan’s Grape Valley and visit the Karez underground irrigation system.
Day 13:Urumqi – Various Destinations Nationwide
Meals:Breakfast
Accommodation:Warm Home
See you off based on your flight/train schedule, concluding the itinerary.
💰 Price Information:Flexible Departure Dates
The 2026 “Tianshan Express” train offers six departure periods in May, June, July, August, September, and October, with prices varying based on room type and departure date as follows:
Departure on May 7:
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Quad Room:13,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:19,999 yuan/person
Executive Double Room:19,999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:18,999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:12,999 yuan/person
Departure on July 28/August 11:
Blue Diamond Quad Room:14,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:20,999 yuan/person
The itinerary covers two major geographical regions: Northern Xinjiang, represented by Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and the Colorful Beach, showcases the forests and wetlands of the Altai Mountains; Southern Xinjiang focuses on the Karakul Lake and the Stone City on the Pamir Plateau, as well as the millennium-old humanities of Kashgar Old City. The train also offers exclusive experiences such as a circumnavigation of Sayram Lake, horseback riding on the Nalati Grassland, and a drive through the southern section of the Duku Highway, meeting the dual needs of photography enthusiasts and nature explorers.Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24,999 yuan/person
Executive Double Room:20,999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:19,999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:13,999 yuan/person
Departure on June 2/July 8/August 23/September 4:
Blue Diamond Quad Upper Bunk:16,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Quad Lower Bunk:17,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:24,999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 yuan/person
Executive Double Room:26,888 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25,888 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:17,888 yuan/person
Departure on June 13/25/September 5:
Blue Diamond Quad Room:21,888 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:29,888 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 yuan/person
Executive Double Room:26,888 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25,888 yuan/person
📅Simple Itinerary: 13-Day Panoramic TourSilver Diamond Quad Room:17,888 yuan/person
Departure on October 9:
Blue Diamond Quad Room:9,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15,999 yuan/person
The price includes train sleeper, scenic spot admission tickets, all meals, local transportation, and guide services, excluding round-trip transportation to Urumqi. Please note that prices may fluctuate based on market supply and demand and are finalized in the signed travel contract.
📝 Registration Method:Professional Team Ensures Full Support
You can register for the “Tianshan Express” train itinerary through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. With over 10 years of experience operating Xinjiang routes, the agency’s team members all hold national tour guide certificates and are familiar with road conditions and scenic spot policies in both northern and southern Xinjiang. When registering, provide valid identification information for insurance purchase and scenic spot reservations. A detailed pre-trip manual will be sent 7 days before departure.
💡 Fee Explanation and Service Details
Fees Include:Train sleeper, first admission tickets to scenic spots, all meals (12 breakfasts, 22 main meals), local air-conditioned tour bus, guide services, and travel agency liability insurance.
Fees Exclude:Round-trip transportation to Urumqi, personal expenses (single travelers will be coordinated for room sharing as much as possible; special circumstances require separate negotiation).
Service Standards:No arranged shopping throughout the entire itinerary, with ample time at scenic spots; the train is equipped with an onboard doctor to handle emergencies such as altitude sickness; meals are designed to accommodate the dietary habits of various ethnic groups.
Special Reminders:Some scenic spots in Xinjiang require advance reservations. The itinerary can be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement. Prices and availability are subject to contract or customer service confirmation and may fluctuate based on departure date.
🌿 Seasonal Tips:Landscape Differences by Month
Spring in Xinjiang (April-May):Apricot blossoms bloom in the Yili Valley, but snow may still fall in Kanas, so bring warm clothing.
Summer in Xinjiang (June-August):The grasslands are lush, and wildflowers surround Sayram Lake, making it an ideal time for photography.
Autumn in Xinjiang (September-October):Kanas is ablaze with autumn colors, and the poplar forests in southern Xinjiang turn golden, but tourists are abundant, so advance reservations are required.
Winter in Xinjiang (November-March):Some scenic spots are closed, and the special train suspends operations; it is advisable to choose other seasons for travel.
📞 Consultation Channels
For information on availability for the latest 2026 departure dates, room upgrade options, or custom itineraries, consult Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. Staff will provide personalized recommendations based on your needs to help you plan an unforgettable trip to Xinjiang.
Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send your itinerary and receive a quote.
