China’s Comfortable Special Train Summer Scenery Kanas+Hemu+Detailed Cost Breakdown Recommended Itinerary and Price
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send the itinerary and quotation.
Exploring Northern Xinjiang:Take the “Anyi” special train to unlock breathtaking summer scenery 🌿
Detailed introduction to the route or destination
Summer in Northern Xinjiang is a painting crafted with snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and forests. In the summer of 2026, the “Anyi” special train will take you deep into this secret realm, avoiding the hustle and bustle of conventional tour groups. Through a “slow travel + in-depth experience” approach, you’ll feel the mysterious waters of Kanas Lake, the primitive wooden houses of Hemu Village, the sapphire-blue waves of Sayram Lake, and the magnificent canyons of the Duku Highway. The itinerary covers core areas such as Urumqi, Beitun, Burqin, Yining, and Kashgar, connecting over ten 5A-level scenic spots including Heavenly Lake on Tianshan Mountain, Kanas Lake, and Nalati Grassland. It also incorporates cultural interactions such as home visits to people of various ethnic groups and folk customs experiences, weaving natural beauty and cultural richness into unforgettable summer memories.
Simple Itinerary
Below is the complete itinerary for the “Anyi” special train in the summer of 2026. The order of destinations and itinerary are subject to the contract and can be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement:
▶ Day 1:Lanzhou/Chengdu → Urumqi
Depart from Lanzhou or Chengdu by special train to begin your journey to Northern Xinjiang.
▶ Day 2:Arrive in Urumqi, acclimate to the climate freely
After checking into the hotel, enjoy free time. We recommend visiting the International Bazaar and trying local specialties like baked stuffed buns and hand-pulled rice.
▶ Day 3:Scenic tour of Heavenly Lake on Tianshan Mountain → Special welcome dinner → Travel by train to Beitun
Tour Heavenly Lake in the morning, attend a welcome dinner in the afternoon, and take the special train to Beitun in the evening.
Exploring Northern Xinjiang: Take the “Anyi” special train to unlock breathtaking summer scenery 🌿▶ Day 4:Beitun → Burqin → Natural scenery of Hemu Village
Upon arrival in Burqin, travel to Hemu Village, known as “our own backyard,” stay in a Tuwa wooden house, and ascend the observation deck in the evening for a panoramic view of the village.
▶ Day 5:Kanas Lake (including boat tour) → Jiadengyu
Spend the day exploring Kanas Lake, take a boat to get up close to the “color-changing lake,” and visit the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Crescent Bay, and Sleeping Dragon Bay).
▶ Day 6:Jiadengyu → Home visit to people of various ethnic groups → Rainbow Beach landform → Return to Beitun
Participate in a home visit to people of various ethnic groups in the morning, experiencing activities like milking cows and making nang bread; tour Rainbow Beach in the afternoon to admire the magnificent combination of Yardang landforms and the Irtysh River.
▶ Day 7:Scenic tour around Sayram Lake → Travel to Yining
Tour around Sayram Lake, known as “the last tear of the Atlantic,” pass by the Guozigou Bridge, and arrive in Yining in the evening.
▶ Day 8:Yining → Nalati Grassland → Bayin Town
Spend the day horseback riding and enjoying the aerial grasslands of Nalati, and stay overnight in Bayanbulak Town in the evening.
▶ Day 9:Bayin Town → Southern section of Duku Highway → Secret Grand Canyon of Tianshan → Return to Kuqa → Travel by train to Kashgar
Traverse the southern section of the Duku Highway, explore the Secret Grand Canyon of Tianshan, and take the special train to Kashgar in the evening.
Detailed introduction to the route or destination▶ Day 10:Kashgar → Karakul Lake → Folk home visit to people of various ethnic groups → Taxkorgan
Visit Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau and gaze at Muztagh Ata; participate in a folk home visit to people of various ethnic groups in the afternoon to learn about eagle flute culture.
▶ Day 11:Taxkorgan → Golden Grassland Beach → Ruins of Shitou City → Baisha Lake → Return to Kashgar
Tour Golden Grassland Beach and the ruins of Shitou City, visit “the blue tear of the plateau” Baisha Lake, and return to Kashgar in the evening.
▶ Day 12:Kashgar Old Town → Gaotai Folk Residences → → Travel by train to Turpan
Stroll through Kashgar Old Town, visit Gaotai Folk Residences and Id Kah Mosque, and take the special train to Turpan in the evening.
▶ Day 13:Turpan → Grape Valley tour
Visit Grape Valley, taste seedless white grapes, and tour the residences of people of various ethnic groups.
▶ Day 14:Flaming Mountains → Special fruit feast → Visit to Karez irrigation system → Depart for return
Tour the Flaming Mountains, participate in a fruit feast, learn about the Karez irrigation system, and take the special train back in the evening.
▶ Days 15-16:Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu, marking the successful completion of the itinerary
Summer in Northern Xinjiang is a painting crafted with snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and forests. In the summer of 2026, the “Anyi” special train will take you deep into this secret realm, avoiding the hustle and bustle of conventional tour groups. Through a “slow travel + in-depth experience” approach, you’ll feel the mysterious waters of Kanas Lake, the primitive wooden houses of Hemu Village, the sapphire-blue waves of Sayram Lake, and the magnificent canyons of the Duku Highway. The itinerary covers core areas such as Urumqi, Beitun, Burqin, Yining, and Kashgar, connecting over ten 5A-level scenic spots including Heavenly Lake on Tianshan Mountain, Kanas Lake, and Nalati Grassland. It also incorporates cultural interactions such as home visits to people of various ethnic groups and folk customs experiences, weaving natural beauty and cultural richness into unforgettable summer memories.Price Information
The prices for the “Anyi” special train in the summer of 2026 are as follows (prices may fluctuate by departure date and are subject to the contract or confirmation on the day):
First departure (May 20)
LeXiang GuiGe (Economy Quad):Upper bunk: 8,480 yuan/person, Lower bunk: 9,280 yuan/person
Xiongmao GuiGe (Standard Quad):Upper bunk: 15,980 yuan/person, Lower bunk: 16,980 yuan/person
Xiongmao YaShe (Deluxe Quad):Upper bunk: 26,980 yuan/person, Lower bunk: 27,980 yuan/person
Xiongmao YaJu (Luxury Quad):Upper bunk: 27,980 yuan/person, Lower bunk: 28,980 yuan/person
Xiongmao YueFu (Luxury Double):59,980 yuan/person
Second to Eighth departures (June 6, June 23, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30, September 16)
LeXiang GuiGe (Economy Quad):Upper bunk: 8,480 yuan/person, Lower bunk: 9,280 yuan/person
Xiongmao GuiGe (Standard Quad):Upper bunk: 16,980 yuan/person, Lower bunk: 17,980 yuan/person
Xiongmao YaShe (Deluxe Quad):Upper bunk: 27,980 yuan/person, Lower bunk: 28,980 yuan/person
Simple ItineraryXiongmao YaJu (Luxury Quad):Upper bunk: 28,980 yuan/person, Lower bunk: 29,980 yuan/person
Xiongmao YueFu (Luxury Double):69,980 yuan/person
Departure Dates:May 20, June 6, June 23, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30, September 16. Prices and availability are subject to the contract or confirmation by consulting Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Explorers International Travel Agency.
How to Register
You can register through Xinjiang Explorers International Travel Agency.
Fee and Service Information
Fees Include
Transportation:Round-trip hard/soft sleeper on the special train from Lanzhou/Chengdu to Urumqi (based on room type selection), local tour buses.
Accommodation:Hotels or characteristic homestays indicated in the itinerary (such as wooden houses in Hemu Village, villas in Jiadengyu).
Meals:Includes 13 breakfasts and 24 main meals, including a welcome dinner and a special fruit feast.
Admission Tickets:First entrance tickets to scenic spots such as Heavenly Lake on Tianshan Mountain, Kanas Lake, and Nalati Grassland.
Below is the complete itinerary for the “Anyi” special train in the summer of 2026. The order of destinations and itinerary are subject to the contract and can be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement:Experiences:Interactive projects such as boat tours, home visits, and folk performances.
Tour Guide:Full-time Chinese-speaking tour guide service.
Fees Do Not Include
Personal expenses (such as shopping, entertainment projects).
：Single registrants will be coordinated for shared rooms as much as possible; special circumstances require separate negotiation.
Insurance:It is recommended to purchase travel accident insurance independently.
The specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing; the itinerary can be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement.
Travel Tips
Climate:Northern Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night in summer; bring a windbreaker and sun protection items.
Documents:Bring valid identification; a travel permit is required for some areas (assisted by the travel agency).
Photography:Kanas, Hemu, and Sayram Lake offer excellent lighting; a wide-angle lens is recommended.
Culture:Respect the customs of various ethnic groups; do not touch ethnic musical instruments casually during home visits.
Summer in Northern Xinjiang is a love letter to nature. Take the “Anyi” special train for a 16-day journey that becomes a deep dialogue with this land. Consult Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Explorers International Travel Agency, to start your summer adventure to a secret realm!
Contact Manager Guo Jing at 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send the itinerary and quotation.
