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Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation.
✨ 【Tianfu Haoxin Oriental Express:A Moving Scenic Route Through Northern Xinjiang】✨
If you yearn for a journey where ‘you travel through a painting’ but are tired of the hustle of conventional coach tours, the Tianfu Haoxin Oriental Express special train may offer a pleasant surprise. This train, guided by the concept of ‘slow travel through Northern Xinjiang,’ connects classic destinations such as Urumqi, Kanas, Hemu, and Sayram Lake. With its unique mobile sightseeing experience and in-depth local cultural interactions, it has become a popular choice for Northern Xinjiang travel in 2026.
🌄 Itinerary Highlights:A Moving ‘Five-Star Viewing Platform’
The Tianfu Hao is not an ordinary train but an upgraded version of the ‘New Oriental Express’ created by Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency in collaboration with the railway department. The entire train features all soft-sleeper cabins, each equipped with a private bathroom, large observation windows, and a humidification system to address the dry climate of Northern Xinjiang. The train operates at night and stops at scenic spots during the day, allowing tourists to wake up naturally and disembark to play, truly achieving ‘the train follows the scenery, and the heart leads the way.’
The train features specially designed ‘mobile activity spaces’:
Reading Corner:A reading area inside the carriage provides books on Xinjiang’s history and the cultures of its various ethnic groups;
Cocktail Party:Light social activities are held in the dining car every evening, paired with Xinjiang’s signature fruit wines;
Observation Deck:An open-air observation deck is set up on the roof, perfect for photographing starry skies and sunrises.
🚂 Simple Itinerary:16-Day Journey Through the Four Seasons of Northern Xinjiang
Based on the newly scheduled itinerary for 2026, the Tianfu Hao’s journey covers the core landscapes of Northern Xinjiang and incorporates seasonal limited experiences:
✨【Tianfu Haoxin Oriental Express: A Moving Scenic Route Through Northern Xinjiang】✨★ Day 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou → Urumqi
★ Day 2:Urumqi (Reading Corner, Cocktail Party, Sightseeing Activities)
★ Day 3:Urumqi → Beitun (Welcome Banquet, Heavenly Lake)
★ Day 4:Beitun → Hemu (Hemu Scenic Area, Haden Observation Deck, Afternoon Tea)
★ Day 5:Hemu → Kanas (Kanas Scenic Area, Guanyu Platform, Boat Tour)
★ Day 6:Kanas → Beitun (Moon Bay, Fairy Bay, Wolong Bay)
★ Day 7:Beitun → Sayram Lake (Afternoon Tea)
★ Day 8:Sayram Lake → Nalati (Nalati空中草原 – aerial grassland in Nalati)
★ Day 9:Nalati → Kuqa (Middle Section of the Dukou Highway)
★ Day 10:Kuqa → Kashgar (Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, Southern Section of the Dukou Highway)
If you yearn for a journey where ‘you travel through a painting’ but are tired of the hustle of conventional coach tours, the Tianfu Haoxin Oriental Express special train may offer a pleasant surprise. This train, guided by the concept of ‘slow travel through Northern Xinjiang,’ connects classic destinations such as Urumqi, Kanas, Hemu, and Sayram Lake. With its unique mobile sightseeing experience and in-depth local cultural interactions, it has become a popular choice for Northern Xinjiang travel in 2026.★ Day 11:Kashgar (Tashkurgan Direction: Baisha Lake, Muztagh Ata, Karakul Lake, Aerial Photography, Home Visit)
★ Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan (Kashgar Old City, Gaotai Residential Buildings, Eid Gah Mosque)
★ Day 13:Turpan (Jiaohe Ancient City Concert)
★ Day 14:Turpan → Return Trip (Flaming Mountains, Fruit Banquet, Karez Wells)
★ Day 15:Arrival in Lanzhou/Chengdu (Intangible Cultural Heritage Handicrafts, Sightseeing Activities)
★ Day 16:Arrival in Lanzhou/Chengdu (End of Itinerary)
💸 Price Explanation:Detailed Explanation of Room Types and Departure Dates
The Tianfu Hao offers two room types for 2026, with prices including full transportation, accommodation, admission tickets, and some meals:
Luxury Double Room (3 cabins, 13m²):
May 19:96,880 yuan per person
🌄 Itinerary Highlights: A Moving ‘Five-Star Viewing Platform’June 5, 22; July 9, 26; August 12, 29; September 15; October 2 (Dukou Highway canceled):98,880 yuan per person
Quality Double Room (4 cabins, 10m²):
May 19:76,880 yuan per person
June 5, 22; July 9, 26; August 12, 29; September 15; October 2 (Dukou Highway canceled):78,880 yuan per person
⚠ ️ Price Explanation:
Prices may fluctuate based on market supply and demand, with the final price confirmed by contract;
The October 2 departure date will have an itinerary change to in-depth tours around Kashgar due to the winter closure of the Dukou Highway;
Single travelers will be coordinated for room-sharing as much as possible, with special cases requiring negotiation.
📅 Registration Method:How to Secure Your Seat?
You can register through Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency, submitting valid identification information and health certificates 30 days in advance. Customer service manager Zhang Jing will assist with contract signing and payment processes.
The Tianfu Hao is not an ordinary train but an upgraded version of the ‘New Oriental Express’ created by Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency in collaboration with the railway department. The entire train features all soft-sleeper cabins, each equipped with a private bathroom, large observation windows, and a humidification system to address the dry climate of Northern Xinjiang. The train operates at night and stops at scenic spots during the day, allowing tourists to wake up naturally and disembark to play, truly achieving ‘the train follows the scenery, and the heart leads the way.’📝 Fee and Service Explanation
Fees Include:
Special train soft-sleeper accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, 10 main meals (including welcome banquet, fruit banquet), and local guide services;
Fees Do Not Include:
Personal consumption, self-funded items outside the itinerary, and round-trip major transportation (Chengdu/Lanzhou to Urumqi section).
🔹 Service Highlights:
Each tour group is limited to 20 people, with 1 full-time guide + 1 local cultural lecturer;
24-hour hot water, charging ports, and free Wi-Fi are provided on the train;
Complimentary Xinjiang intangible cultural heritage handicraft experience (such as Aidelesi silk tie-dyeing).
⚠ ️ Precautions:
The train features specially designed ‘mobile activity spaces’:The itinerary can be reasonably changed by mutual agreement (e.g., in case of extreme weather or temporary scenic spot closures);
Specific service content is subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
🌿 Seasonal Limited Experiences:The Four Seasons Code of Northern Xinjiang
The Tianfu Hao’s itinerary design fully considers seasonal factors:
June-August:Wildflowers bloom on the Nalati Grassland, and Sayram Lake’s waters are a deep blue;
September-October:Kanas is ablaze with autumn colors, and Hemu Village is shrouded in morning mist;
May, October:Avoid the summer crowds, with a higher probability of the Dukou Highway being open.
🚨 Compliance and Risk Control Tips
Scenic spot opening hours are subject to announcements, with replacements made for same-level attractions in case of changes;
Train departure dates may be slightly adjusted due to railway scheduling, with the final itinerary confirmation received 7 days before departure;
Consult customer service manager Zhang Jing at Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency for the latest availability information.
This train is not just recommended as a mode of transportation but also as a moving ‘Northern Xinjiang Cultural Museum.’ From the多元文化交融 – multicultural blend in Urumqi to the Tuva wooden houses in Kanas; from Sayram Lake, known as ‘the last tear drop of the Atlantic,’ to the thousand-year-old烟火气 – lively atmosphere of Kashgar Old City, the Tianfu Hao takes you on a 16-day journey to understand the vastness and delicacy of Xinjiang.
Contact Manager Guo Jing at 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation.
