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Explore Xinjiang:Comprehensive Guide to the 14-Day Deep Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang by New National Train
🌄 [Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or Destination]
Xinjiang, a vast land covering one-sixth of China’s territory, is renowned for its unique topography of ‘three mountains enclosing two basins.’ By 2026, with continuous upgrades to tourism infrastructure, train tours in Xinjiang have become the preferred way to deeply experience the cultures of northern and southern Xinjiang. The 14-day tour by the New National Train features fully enclosed soft-sleeper cabins equipped with charging ports, climate-controlled air conditioning, and large observation windows, allowing travelers to traverse the Taklimakan Desert, cross the Tianshan Mountains, and connect the heat of Turpan, the ancient charm of Kashgar, the grasslands of Ili, and the mysterious Kanas in a moving ‘landscape hotel.’
The itinerary cleverly integrates natural and cultural landscapes: Starting from Urumqi, head west along the Lanzhou-Xinjiang High-Speed Rail, experiencing the热情 (passion) of Turpan, known as the ‘Land of Fire’; traverse the Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway encircling the southern edge of the Taklimakan Desert to visit Hotan, the jade capital beneath the Kunlun Mountains; follow the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway directly to the Pamir Plateau, witnessing the sanctity of Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake; head north to Kanas to encounter the fairy-tale world of the ‘Eastern Switzerland’ amidst autumn’s colorful foliage. The entire journey employs a seamless ‘train + tour bus’ model, reducing fatigue from long drives and making it especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly travelers and family trips.
🚂 [Simple Itinerary]
According to the latest finalized information, the itinerary is divided into a Standard Version and a Deluxe Version, both covering core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang:
Brief Itinerary for the 14-Day New National Train Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang (Standard Version):
Day 1:Departure Location – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Huorong Mountain, Karez Wells, Aydingkol Lake) – Hotan
Day 3:Traverse Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountains Grand Canyon – Hotan
Explore Xinjiang: Comprehensive Guide to the 14-Day Deep Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang by New National TrainDay 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Aidelaisi Silk – Yuetegan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan (by special train) – Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Ancient City – Hotan Jade Exhibition Hall – Tongrentang – Xiangfei Garden – Kashgar – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Kyzyliya Grand Canyon – Resitan Street – Kuqa (by special train) – Kuitun/Yining
Day 8:Kuitun/Yining – Nalati Town
Day 9:Nalati Town – Nalati – Kekedala
Day 10:Kekedala – Lavender Fields – Sayram Lake – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 11:Beitun – Kanas – Colorful Beach – Burqin
Day 12:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake of Tianshan – Xinjiang Colored Cotton Base – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure Location
🌄[Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or Destination]Brief Itinerary for the 14-Day New National Train Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang (Deluxe Version):
Day 1:Departure Location – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Karez Wells – Grape Manor – Flaming Mountains – Turpan – Cele
Day 3:Traverse Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountains Scenic Area – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Aidelaisi Silk – Yutegan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan – Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Baisha Lake – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Ancient City – Travel Photography – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Southern Section of Duoku Highway – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town
Day 8:Nalati Town – Nalati Scenic Area – Lavender Garden – Kekedala
Day 9:Kekedala – Huiyuan Ancient City – Sayram Lake – Bole/Shuanghe
Day 10:Bole/Shuanghe – Guai Shi Yu – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Jinghe – Beitun
Xinjiang, a vast land covering one-sixth of China’s territory, is renowned for its unique topography of ‘three mountains enclosing two basins.’ By 2026, with continuous upgrades to tourism infrastructure, train tours in Xinjiang have become the preferred way to deeply experience the cultures of northern and southern Xinjiang. The 14-day tour by the New National Train features fully enclosed soft-sleeper cabins equipped with charging ports, climate-controlled air conditioning, and large observation windows, allowing travelers to traverse the Taklimakan Desert, cross the Tianshan Mountains, and connect the heat of Turpan, the ancient charm of Kashgar, the grasslands of Ili, and the mysterious Kanas in a moving ‘landscape hotel.’Day 11:Beitun – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area
Day 12:Hemu – Kanas – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake – Colored Cotton Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Health Hotpot) – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure Location
💰 [Price Description]
The 14-Day New National Train Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in 2026 offers two product standards:
Standard Version:
Group Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
Price:Upper bunk in 4-person cabin: 5980 yuan/person, Lower bunk: 6980 yuan/person
Includes:Accommodation in locally comfortable hotels, full-service guided tour throughout, soft-sleeper cabin on special train
Excludes:Admission tickets, meals, and personal expenses
The itinerary cleverly integrates natural and cultural landscapes: Starting from Urumqi, head west along the Lanzhou-Xinjiang High-Speed Rail, experiencing the热情 (passion) of Turpan, known as the ‘Land of Fire’; traverse the Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway encircling the southern edge of the Taklimakan Desert to visit Hotan, the jade capital beneath the Kunlun Mountains; follow the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway directly to the Pamir Plateau, witnessing the sanctity of Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake; head north to Kanas to encounter the fairy-tale world of the ‘Eastern Switzerland’ amidst autumn’s colorful foliage. The entire journey employs a seamless ‘train + tour bus’ model, reducing fatigue from long drives and making it especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly travelers and family trips.Deluxe Version:
Group Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
Price:Upper bunk in 4-person cabin: 14800 yuan/person, Lower bunk: 15800 yuan/person
Includes:3 nights in five-star hotels + 4 nights in four-diamond hotels + 1 night in a wooden cabin in Hemu Scenic Area + 1 night in a Nalati homestay, full-service guided tour throughout, soft-sleeper cabin on special train, ‘Red Hat’ luggage handling service at Urumqi Station
Excludes:Admission tickets, meals, and personal expenses
Price Description:The above prices are for reference only. Actual costs may fluctuate due to market changes, hotel room type alterations, and other factors. Specifics are subject to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📝 [Registration Method]
Registration can be done through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for availability and contract details.
💡 [Fee Description and Service Description]
Fees Include:Soft-sleeper cabin fees on special train, standard hotel accommodation, first admission tickets to attractions marked in the itinerary (self-paid for Standard Version), full-service guided tour, travel agency liability insurance.
Fees Exclude:Round-trip transportation to departure location, meals and personal expenses during free time, secondary consumption items within attractions (single travelers will be coordinated for room-sharing as much as possible; special cases require separate negotiation).
🚂[Simple Itinerary]Service Highlights:
The special train is equipped with 24-hour hot water, charging ports, and large observation windows to enhance travel comfort;
The Deluxe Version includes special accommodation in a wooden cabin in Hemu Scenic Area for nighttime stargazing and morning frost viewing;
‘Red Hat’ luggage handling service at Urumqi Station for seamless luggage transfer;
Strict control over group size (around 40 for Standard Version, no more than 26 for Deluxe Version) to ensure service quality.
⚠ ⚠️[Precautions]
Xinjiang has large temperature variations between day and night; bring windproof and warm outerwear and comfortable hiking shoes;
Some attractions are at high altitudes (e.g., Karakul Lake at 3600 meters); it is advisable to prepare medication for altitude sickness in advance;
The peak tourist season in Xinjiang is from June to September in 2026; reservations for attractions like Kanas and Nalati are required in advance, subject to real-time attraction policies;
Reasonable itinerary changes may be made by mutual agreement (e.g., due to extreme weather, railway maintenance, and other force majeure factors);
Prices and availability are subject to contract or customer service confirmation and may fluctuate by departure date; the contract signed by both parties shall prevail.
From the scorching sun of Turpan to the snow of Kanas, from the hustle and bustle of Kashgar Ancient City to the tranquility of Sayram Lake, the 14-Day New National Train Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang connects Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes with a ‘slow travel’ philosophy. Whether opting for the cost-effective Standard Version or the experience-focused Deluxe Version, different traveler needs can be met. In 2026, let’s board this moving ‘landscape hotel’ and understand Xinjiang’s vastness and affection in 14 days.
Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation
