New National Train Special North Xinjiang In depth Tour Kanas Plus Nalati Route Quotation Guide Recommended Route Cost and Price
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
[New National Train Special North Xinjiang In-Depth Tour:Kanas + Nalati Itinerary Quotation Guide]
🌄 [Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or Destination]
North Xinjiang, a land embraced by the Tianshan Mountains, weaves a picturesque natural spectacle with snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and forests. In 2026, the New National Train Special focuses on ‘slow travel + in-depth exploration,’ connecting the two core scenic areas of Kanas and Nalati, and extending to cultural landmarks such as Turpan and Kashgar, creating a 14-day immersive journey across North and South Xinjiang.
📌 Kanas:A Four-Season Poem of Pristine Land
Kanas Lake, known as the ‘Oriental Switzerland,’ has a water area of 45.73 square kilometers according to 2026 data. In summer, the lake presents a deep emerald green, while in winter, it is covered in ice and snow, forming a ‘blue ice wonderland.’ Within the scenic area, the Fish-Viewing Pavilion offers a panoramic view of the lake, and the morning mists and reflections of the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay) are must-visit scenes for photography enthusiasts. Currently, the Kanas scenic area implements a ‘limited capacity reservation system,’ with a maximum daily capacity of 12,000 visitors. Tickets must be reserved in advance through the platform.
📌 Nalati:A Four-Season Pastoral Song of the Air Grassland
The Nalati Grassland, at an average altitude of 2,200 meters, upgraded its air grassland sightseeing trail in 2026, adding three new viewing platforms that offer a 360-degree view of the grassland and snow-capped mountains. In summer, wildflowers bloom everywhere, and the yurts of local people dot the landscape; in autumn, the layers of forests are dyed in colors, creating an oil painting-like scene of gold and green. Within the scenic area, visitors can experience horseback riding and grassland camping. Note that the temperature difference between day and night is significant in high-altitude areas, so warm clothing is essential.
📌 Cultural Connection of North and South Xinjiang:From Flaming Mountains to Kashgar Old City
During the itinerary, Turpan’s Flaming Mountains (with surface temperatures reaching 70°C) and Karez Wells (with over 1,100 existing wells) showcase the ancient survival wisdom of various ethnic groups; Kashgar Old City is renowned as a ‘living history museum,’ and in 2026, it added a ‘old city travel photography’ service, allowing tourists to take photos in traditional costumes in front of century-old houses. Additionally, niche attractions such as the Hotan Atlas Silk Workshop and the Kiziliya Grand Canyon in Kuqa add cultural depth to the itinerary.
🚂 [Simple Itinerary]
[New National Train Special North Xinjiang In-Depth Tour: Kanas + Nalati Itinerary Quotation Guide]The New National Train Special offers two packages: ‘Affordable Enjoyment’ and ‘Luxury Enjoyment.’ The itinerary framework is the same, but the accommodation and service standards differ. Below is the 2026 itinerary arrangement (subject to contract):
🔹 Affordable Enjoyment Itinerary
Day 1:Departure Location – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Wells, Aydingkol Lake) – Hotan
Day 3:Crossing the Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountains Grand Canyon – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Atlas Silk – Yotkan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan – Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Old City – Hotan Jade Exhibition Hall – Tongrentang – Xiangfei Garden – Kashgar – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Kiziliya Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Kuqa – Xingtun/Yining
Day 8:Kuitun/Yining – Nalati Town
🌄[Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or Destination]Day 9:Nalati Town – Nalati – Kokdala
Day 10:Kokdala – Lavender Field – Sayram Lake – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 11:Beitun – Kanas – Colorful Beach – Burqin
Day 12:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Xinjiang Colored Cotton Base – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure Location
🔹 Luxury Enjoyment Itinerary
Day 1:Departure Location – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Karez Wells – Grape Manor – Flaming Mountains – Turpan – Cele
Day 3:Crossing the Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountains Scenic Area – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Atlas Silk – Yotkan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
North Xinjiang, a land embraced by the Tianshan Mountains, weaves a picturesque natural spectacle with snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and forests. In 2026, the New National Train Special focuses on ‘slow travel + in-depth exploration,’ connecting the two core scenic areas of Kanas and Nalati, and extending to cultural landmarks such as Turpan and Kashgar, creating a 14-day immersive journey across North and South Xinjiang.Day 5:Hotan – Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Baisha Lake – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Old City – Travel Photography – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Southern Section of the Duoku Road – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town
Day 8:Nalati Town – Nalati Scenic Area – Lavender Garden – Kokdala
Day 9:Kokdala – Huiyuan Old City – Sayram Lake – Bole/Shuanghe
Day 10:Bole/Shuanghe – Guai Shiyu – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 11:Beitun – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area
Day 12:Hemu – Kanas – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianchi – Colored Cotton Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Health Hot Pot) – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure Location
📌 Kanas: A Four-Season Poem of Pristine Land💰 [Price Description]
The 2026 New National Train Special offers two packages, with prices subject to contract signing and may vary by departure date:
🔹 Affordable Enjoyment
Group Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
Price:Upper bunk in 4-person compartment: 5,980 yuan/person, Lower bunk: 6,980 yuan/person
Service Standards:Comfortable hotel accommodation, approximately 40 people per group, tickets not included, full itinerary one-stop tour guide service
🔹 Luxury Enjoyment
Group Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
Price:Upper bunk in 4-person compartment: 14,800 yuan/person, Lower bunk: 15,800 yuan/person
Service Standards:3 nights in five-star hotels + 4 nights in four-diamond hotels + 1 night in a Hemu wooden house + 1 night in a Nalati homestay, no more than 26 people per group, full itinerary one-stop tour guide service, including ‘Red Hat’ luggage handling service at Urumqi Station
Kanas Lake, known as the ‘Oriental Switzerland,’ has a water area of 45.73 square kilometers according to 2026 data. In summer, the lake presents a deep emerald green, while in winter, it is covered in ice and snow, forming a ‘blue ice wonderland.’ Within the scenic area, the Fish-Viewing Pavilion offers a panoramic view of the lake, and the morning mists and reflections of the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay) are must-visit scenes for photography enthusiasts. Currently, the Kanas scenic area implements a ‘limited capacity reservation system,’ with a maximum daily capacity of 12,000 visitors. Tickets must be reserved in advance through the platform.⚠️ Prices include transportation, accommodation, and tour guide services, but do not include tickets, meals, or personal expenses. Availability is subject to customer service confirmation, and it is recommended to register 30 days in advance.
📝 [Registration Method]
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for details.
💡 [Fee Description and Service Description]
✔ Fees Include:Special train transportation, accommodation, tour guide services, and some scenic area shuttle buses
✔ Fees Do Not Include:Tickets (to be purchased on-site at the scenic area), meals (except for the luxury version’s medicinal diet hot pot), and personal insurance
✔ Single Registration:The travel agency will do its best to coordinate room sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation
✔ Policy Changes:In case of weather, road conditions, or scenic area opening changes, both parties can reasonably adjust the itinerary by mutual agreement
✔ Important Notice:The specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Prices may vary with market fluctuations
🌿 [Itinerary Highlights Summary]
The New National Train Special, conceptualized as a ‘mobile star-rated hotel,’ features all soft-sleeper carriages equipped with charging ports, constant temperature air conditioning, and large observation windows. The itinerary design balances nature and culture, avoiding traditional sightseeing. For example, two nights are arranged in Kanas, allowing tourists to enjoy the morning mist at the Fish-Viewing Pavilion alone in the morning; Nalati Grassland offers a 2-hour in-depth horseback riding experience accompanied by professional horsemen. In 2026, the train also added a ‘Hemu Starry Sky Photography’ night activity, led by photographers to capture the Milky Way, becoming a major highlight of the itinerary.
📞 Consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for the latest departure dates and availability information.
Contact Manager Guo Jing at 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
