2026 National Day Xinjiang Special Train Tour Popular Route Booking + Price Details + Recommendations How Much Does the Recommended Route Cost
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
Glittering Tianshan Mountains • National Day Special Train Travel Guide:Comprehensive Guide to In-Depth Travel in Xinjiang in 2026
[🚂 Itinerary Highlights:Immersive Experience in a Panoramic Moving Palace]
During the 2026 National Day holiday, Xinjiang’s tourist train, led by the dual flagships ‘Kunlun’ and ‘Tianshan,’ offers a 14-day panoramic loop covering both northern and southern Xinjiang. This golden route, connecting the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, covers six major landscapes: deserts, canyons, lakes, grasslands, snow-capped mountains, and ancient cities. The average daily driving time is controlled within 3 hours, with over 60% of travel occurring at night, enabling a travel mode of ‘in-depth exploration during the day and千里 travel at night.’
The train is equipped with an intelligent oxygen-enrichment system that automatically adjusts oxygen levels in the Pamir Plateau section; each carriage has a medical kit, and certified medical personnel are on board; the dining car offers both meal and non-meal options, with three seasonal fruits provided daily. The corridor width in the carriages reaches 1.2 meters, 40% wider than ordinary trains, allowing for wheelchair accessibility.
[🗺️ Itinerary Planning:Comprehensive Daily Highlights Analysis]
Basic Itinerary Framework (Example for departure on October 1st)
Day 1:Gathering in Urumqi
14:00-18:00 Free activities (recommended: International Bazaar handicraft market)
19:00 Special train departure ceremony (including ethnic song and dance performances)
Day 2:Cultural Exploration in Turpan
09:00 Flaming Mountains geological survey (surface temperature monitoring experience)
12:00 Karez underground engineering exploration
15:00 Grape Valley fresh fruit picking (including tasting of 5 grape varieties)
20:00 Special train travels overnight to Kuqa
Day 3:Geological Wonders of Southern Xinjiang
Glittering Tianshan Mountains • National Day Special Train Travel Guide: Comprehensive Guide to In-Depth Travel in Xinjiang in 202608:30 Hiking in the Secret Grand Canyon of the Tianshan Mountains (with professional guides)
13:00 Art appreciation at the Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves (visit by appointment with limited capacity)
18:00 Home visit in Kuqa Old Town (learning to make Kuqa big nan bread)
22:00 Special train travels overnight to Kashgar
Days 4-5:Secret Realm of the Pamir Plateau
07:00 Photography creation at Baisha Lake (professional photography guides provided)
10:30 Viewing Muztagh Ata from Karakul Lake
14:00 Archaeological experience at the Shitou City ruins
17:00 Learning eagle dance from various ethnic groups
09:00 next day Self-driving experience on the Panlong Ancient Road (with professional drivers)
Days 6-7:Pastoral Songs of the Ili Valley
08:00 Horseback riding on the Nalati空中 Grassland
12:00 Ecological observation at the Gongnaisi Forest Farm
15:00 Cycling around Sayram Lake (electric-assist bikes provided)
10:00 next day Essential oil making at the Huocheng Lavender Manor
Days 8-9:Autumn Feast in Northern Xinjiang
[🚂 Itinerary Highlights: Immersive Experience in a Panoramic Moving Palace]07:30 Boat tour of Kanas Lake to Guanyu Platform
11:00 Morning fog photography in Hemu Village
14:30 Sketching the Danxia landform at the Colorful Beach
09:00 next day Experience at the Altay Ice and Snow Museum
Days 10-11:Cultural Tour of Eastern Xinjiang
08:00 Jiangbulake wheat field art
12:00 Food exploration in Qitai Ancient Town
15:00 Historical lecture at the Turpan Museum
10:00 next day Hiking at Tianchi, Tianshan Mountains
Days 12-13:Return Day
09:00 Free shopping in Urumqi (recommended: dried fruit purchase at Hualing Market)
14:00 Special train returns (pick-up services provided in various provinces and cities)
[💰 Pricing System:Flexible Options in Multiple Tiers]
The 2026 National Day special train implements a tiered pricing mechanism, with the example of departure on October 1st:
Kunlun Special Train (14 days)
During the 2026 National Day holiday, Xinjiang’s tourist train, led by the dual flagships ‘Kunlun’ and ‘Tianshan,’ offers a 14-day panoramic loop covering both northern and southern Xinjiang. This golden route, connecting the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, covers six major landscapes: deserts, canyons, lakes, grasslands, snow-capped mountains, and ancient cities. The average daily driving time is controlled within 3 hours, with over 60% of travel occurring at night, enabling a travel mode of ‘in-depth exploration during the day and千里 travel at night.’Four-person compartment (shared bathroom):Upper bunk: 16,800 yuan/person Lower bunk: 17,800 yuan/person
Two-person compartment (private bathroom):Upper bunk: 25,800 yuan/person Lower bunk: 26,800 yuan/person
Deluxe single room:39,800 yuan/person (including exclusive butler service)
Tianshan Special Train (12 days)
Blue Diamond Four-person Room:19,888 yuan/person (including 3 special meals)
Executive Two-person Room:28,888 yuan/person (including 6 special meals)
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:45,888 yuan/person (including exclusive observation carriage)
Price includes:Special train berth, land transportation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, all meals, guide services, basic insurance. Price does not include: round-trip transportation to Urumqi, personal expenses, voluntary self-funded projects. Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing, and prices may fluctuate based on remaining availability.
[📝 Registration Method:Three Steps to Complete Booking]
1. Information Confirmation:Contact Zhang Jing, customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, to inquire about remaining availability and room types for the departure date
2. Document Submission:Provide the names, valid ID numbers, and contact information of all travelers
3. Contract Signing:Obtain an electronic contract after paying the deposit and settle the remaining balance 30 days before departure
[📋 Service Standards:Eight Major Guarantee Systems]
Accommodation Guarantee
Special Train Section:The entire train is equipped with German-imported silent shock absorption systems, with bed widths of 0.9 meters
Land Section:Stay in four-star or above hotels throughout the journey, with special wooden houses arranged in the Kanas section
The train is equipped with an intelligent oxygen-enrichment system that automatically adjusts oxygen levels in the Pamir Plateau section; each carriage has a medical kit, and certified medical personnel are on board; the dining car offers both meal and non-meal options, with three seasonal fruits provided daily. The corridor width in the carriages reaches 1.2 meters, 40% wider than ordinary trains, allowing for wheelchair accessibility.Catering Guarantee
Main meal standard: 80 yuan/person/meal, including 3 ethnic specialty dishes
Daily provision of a seasonal fruit platter from Xinjiang
Unlimited supply of mineral water
Transportation Guarantee
Use vehicles within 3 years for land itineraries, with USB charging ports in each vehicle
Arrange four-wheel-drive off-road vehicles for special road sections
Tour Guarantee
Daily tour duration controlled within 6 hours
Arrange off-peak tours for core scenic spots (entry before 07:00 or after 19:00)
Emergency Guarantee
Each group is equipped with AED emergency equipment
Establish a green channel with top-tier hospitals in Urumqi
Experience Guarantee
Arrange 3 intangible cultural heritage experiences (mulberry paper making/pottery firing/Atlas silk weaving)
[🗺️ Itinerary Planning: Comprehensive Daily Highlights Analysis] Provide professional photography follow-up services (select 9 refined photos)
Policy Guarantee
Eligible tourists can apply for scenic spot ticket discounts
Complimentary upgrade to travel accident insurance for seniors over 65
Cancellation and Refund Guarantee
Cancellation more than 45 days before departure:Full refund of deposit
Cancellation 30-45 days before departure:Deduct 10% of the deposit
Cancellation within 30 days before departure:Handle according to contract terms
[⚠️ Precautions:Essential Pre-Trip Reading Guide]
1. Document Preparation:In addition to valid IDs, a border pass is required in advance for travel to the Pamir Plateau
2. Clothing Recommendations:Down jackets are needed for the northern Xinjiang section, and sun protection gear for the southern Xinjiang section
3. Time Zone Adjustment:Xinjiang has a 2-hour time difference with the mainland, and the itinerary has been adjusted accordingly
4. Special Needs:Any dietary or accessibility needs must be notified 15 days in advance
5. Policy Changes:In case of extreme weather or policy changes, both parties can agree to modify the itinerary
[📞 Consultation Channel]
For more departure date information, room type details, and preferential policies, contact Zhang Jing, customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Consultation services are available from 09:00-21:00 daily, including holidays.
(This information is updated as of June 17, 2026. Specific itineraries and prices are subject to the signed travel contract. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency reserves the right to final interpretation of itinerary details, provided that the interpretation does not violate relevant provisions of the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China.)
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
