2026NewNationalTrainAltayTourismSpecialTrainRecommendation InDepth18DayGuidetoSouthernandNorthernXinjiang RecommendedItineraryCostandPrice
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
🚂 【2026 New National Train Altay Tourism Special Train:14-Day In-Depth Experience Guide to Northern and Southern Xinjiang】
🌄 Route Highlights:“Moving Scenic Line” Crossing the Tianshan Mountains
In 2026, the new national train special route for northern and southern Xinjiang focuses on “slow travel and in-depth experience,” connecting classic destinations such as Urumqi, Turpan, Kashgar, and Altay, covering four major landscapes: deserts, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and lakes. The train operates on a “night departure, morning arrival” schedule, saving time by traveling at night and stopping at core scenic spots during the day. Passengers can bring their luggage directly to the attractions, avoiding the fatigue of repeated transfers. The train is equipped with 4-person compartments (including bathroom facilities), with a price difference of approximately 1,000 yuan between upper and lower berths to meet different budget needs.
📅 Simple Itinerary (subject to local facts)
【Budget-Friendly Itinerary】
Day 1:Departure Location – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Huorong Mountain, Karez Wells, Aydingkol Lake) – Hotan
Day 3:Crossing the Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountains Grand Canyon – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Aidelaisi Silk Workshop – Yuetegan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
🚂【2026 New National Train Altay Tourism Special Train: 14-Day In-Depth Experience Guide to Northern and Southern Xinjiang】Day 5:Hotan – Kashgar (Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake) – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar Old Town – Hotan Jade Exhibition Hall – Xiangfei Garden – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Kizilya Grand Canyon – Resitan Street – Special Train to Kuitun/Yining
Day 8:Kuitun/Yining – Nalati Town
Day 9:Nalati Grassland – Kekedala
Day 10:Kekedala – Sayram Lake – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 11:Beitun – Kanas – Wucai Beach – Burqin
Day 12:Burqin – Hemu Village – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Xinjiang Colored Cotton Base
Day 14:Urumqi – Return Journey
🌄Route Highlights: “Moving Scenic Line” Crossing the Tianshan Mountains【Luxury Itinerary】
Day 1:Departure Location – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Karez Wells – Grape Manor – Flaming Mountains – Cele
Day 3:Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway – Kunlun Mountains Scenic Area – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan Tuancheng – Yuetegan Ancient City – Night Market
Day 5:Hotan – Kashgar (Karakul Lake, Baisha Lake)
Day 6:Kashgar Old Town Photoshoot – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Duoku Highway – Bayanbulak – Nalati
Day 8:Nalati Scenic Area – Lavender Garden – Kekedala
In 2026, the new national train special route for northern and southern Xinjiang focuses on “slow travel and in-depth experience,” connecting classic destinations such as Urumqi, Turpan, Kashgar, and Altay, covering four major landscapes: deserts, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and lakes. The train operates on a “night departure, morning arrival” schedule, saving time by traveling at night and stopping at core scenic spots during the day. Passengers can bring their luggage directly to the attractions, avoiding the fatigue of repeated transfers. The train is equipped with 4-person compartments (including bathroom facilities), with a price difference of approximately 1,000 yuan between upper and lower berths to meet different budget needs.Day 9:Kekedala – Huiyuan Ancient City – Sayram Lake
Day 10:Bole – Guai Shiyu – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Beitun
Day 11:Beitun – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area
Day 12:Hemu – Kanas – Wucai Beach – Urumqi
Day 13:Tianshan Tianchi – Colored Cotton Technology Park (Herbal Hot Pot)
Day 14:Urumqi – Return Journey
💰 Price Description (subject to contract)
The 2026 New National Train Special offers two versions:
Budget-Friendly Version:Departures on May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, and September 4. Upper berth in a 4-person compartment: 5,980 yuan per person; lower berth: 6,980 yuan per person. Includes comfortable hotel accommodation and full-time tour guide services. Admission fees are not included.
Luxury Version:Same departure dates. Upper berth: 14,800 yuan per person; lower berth: 15,800 yuan per person. Upgrades to 3 nights in five-star hotels + 4 nights in four-diamond hotels, with additional stays in Hemu wooden houses and Nalati homestays. Limited to 26 people per group. Includes a special herbal hot pot experience.
📅Simple Itinerary (subject to local facts)❗ Price Fluctuation Notice:Price changes may occur due to remaining group spots, hotel room types, and changes in scenic area policies. The contract confirmed by both parties at the time of signing shall prevail.
📝 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency. Contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for details.
💡 Fee Description and Service Details
Fees Include:Special train compartment fees, accommodation, full-time tour guide, and “Red Hat” luggage handling service at Urumqi Station.
Fees Do Not Include:Admission fees (e.g., Tianshan Tianchi 155 yuan, Kanas 230 yuan must be paid separately), personal expenses, (single travelers will be coordinated for shared rooms as much as possible; special circumstances require negotiation).
Service Highlights:The luxury version includes a professional travel photographer (Kashgar Old Town segment), while the budget-friendly version provides basic photography guidance. The entire group receives a complimentary box of Xinjiang specialty dried fruits.
❗ Important Notice:Specific itinerary details and included fees are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Reasonable itinerary changes can be made upon mutual agreement.
🌿 Seasonal Limited Experiences
【Budget-Friendly Itinerary】May-June:Wildflowers bloom on the Nalati Grassland, ideal for hiking and photography;
July-August:The waters of Kanas Lake are a deep blue, and Hemu Village is shrouded in morning mist;
September:Autumn colors intensify in northern Xinjiang, with the Danxia landform of Wucai Beach contrasting beautifully with the poplar forests.
🚨 Precautions
Document Preparation:Bring original valid identification documents. Foreign visitors need to complete relevant procedures in advance;
Climate Adaptation:Significant temperature differences between northern and southern Xinjiang require windbreakers and sun protection items;
Cultural Respect:Dress appropriately when visiting (avoid short skirts and sleeveless tops), and do not randomly photograph local residents.
🔍 Compliance Statement
This route is designed and operated by Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency. All descriptions are based on publicly available information for 2026 and do not involve any unverified promises. The opening hours of scenic areas and transportation schedules mentioned in the itinerary are subject to the latest local announcements. The travel agency will assist tourists in confirming these details in advance.
📞 Consultation Channel
For real-time availability, detailed itineraries, or customization requests, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for professional answers.
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
