2026How to Play on Tianfu Express North and South Xinjiang Tour Train Comfortable 17 Day Travel Budget Duku Highway and Hotan Guide Recommended Itinerary Cost and Price

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🌄 [Tianfu Express North and South Xinjiang Special Train:17-Day Panoramic Travel Guide] 🌄
📌 Quick Overview of Itinerary Highlights
√ Full traversal of the Duku Highway (including middle/south sections)
√ Comprehensive coverage of core attractions in North and South Xinjiang
√ Direct train access to scenic spots, reducing transfer time by 80%
√ Daily travel time ≤ 4 hours, relaxed and unhurried
√ Equipped with an onboard doctor + 24-hour butler service
🌏 Detailed Introduction to Itinerary or Destinations
The newly upgraded “Tianfu Express” special train for 2026 features all soft-sleeper carriages, with each carriage recommended to have 7-8 private compartments for maximum privacy. The train passes through 12 stops including Lanzhou, Urumqi, Beitun, Kuqa, and Kashgar, connecting iconic Xinjiang landscapes such as Tianchi Lake, Kanas, Nalati Grassland, and the Pamir Plateau. A special arrangement is made for traversing the middle and south sections of the Duku Highway (except for the October 2 departure), allowing views of geological wonders like the Grand and Small Dragon Pools and the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon along the way.
Based on 2026’s latest transportation data, the special train adopts a “night travel, day sightseeing” model, saving time by traveling at night and stopping at major scenic spots during the day. For example:
Urumqi → Beitun Section:Departure at 21:30, arrival at 07:00 the next day
Beitun → Kanas Section:Departure at 19:00, arrival at 06:30 the next day
Kanas → Beitun Section:Departure at 22:00, arrival at 08:30 the next day
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary (Direct Quote from Original)
📅 Day 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou → Urumqi
📅 Day 2:Urumqi (sightseeing activities, cocktail party, viewing platform)

🌄 [Tianfu Express North and South Xinjiang Special Train: 17-Day Panoramic Travel Guide] 🌄📅 Day 3:Urumqi → Beitun (welcome banquet, Tianchi Lake)
📅 Day 4:Beitun → Hemu (Hemu Scenic Area, Haden Viewing Platform, afternoon tea)
📅 Day 5:Hemu → Kanas (Kanas Scenic Area, Guanyu Platform, boat tour)
📅 Day 6:Kanas → Beitun (Crescent Bay, Fairy Bay, Wolong Bay)
📅 Day 7:Beitun → Sayram Lake (afternoon tea)
📅 Day 8:Sayram Lake → Nalati (Nalati Aerial Grassland)
📅 Day 9:Nalati → Kuqa (middle section of Duku Highway)
📅 Day 10:Kuqa → Kashgar (Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, south section of Duku Highway)
📅 Day 11:Kashgar (towards Taxkorgan: Baisha Lake, Muztagata Peak, Karakul Lake, aerial photography, home visit)
📅 Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan (Kashgar Old City, Gaotai Residential Buildings, Etiqer Mosque)
📅 Day 13:Turpan (Jiaohe Ancient City Concert)
📅 Day 14:Turpan → Return Trip (Flaming Mountains, Fruit Banquet, Karez Irrigation System)
📅 Day 15:Arrival in Lanzhou/Chengdu (intangible cultural heritage handicrafts, sightseeing activities)
📅 Day 16:Arrival in Lanzhou/Chengdu (end of itinerary)
💰 Price Explanation (Direct Quote from Original)
Reference departure dates and prices for 2026:

📌 Quick Overview of Itinerary Highlights▸ May 19
Deluxe Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²):96,880 yuan/person
Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²):76,880 yuan/person
▸ June 5, 22 / July 9, 26 / August 12, 29 / September 15 / October 2 (Duku Highway canceled)
Deluxe Double Room:98,880 yuan/person
Quality Double Room:78,880 yuan/person
⚠ ️ Special Notes:
1. Prices include special train soft-sleeper tickets, first entrance tickets to scenic spots, 15 breakfasts and 28 main meals, and accommodation at local four-star hotels
2. The October 2 departure cancels the Duku Highway itinerary due to weather conditions and instead takes the Hotan route (including desert highway experience)
3. Prices may fluctuate based on departure dates and are subject to the contract signed by both parties
📝 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency and need to provide:
Copy of valid identification
Health commitment letter
Emergency contact information
💡 Fee Explanation and Service Description

√ Full traversal of the Duku Highway (including middle/south sections)✔ Fees Include:
Soft-sleeper tickets for the entire special train journey
Entrance tickets to scenic spots (Kanas/Hemu/Sayram Lake, etc.)
15 nights of accommodation (including special train compartments + local hotels)
28 main meals (including welcome banquet/fruit banquet/concert dinner)
Tour guide service fees
Travel accident insurance
❌ Fees Do Not Include:
(Single registrants will be coordinated for shared rooms as much as possible)
Personal expenses (such as horse riding/photography services)
Voluntary self-funded projects
⚠ ️ Important Notes:
1. Specific itineraries may change due to weather, road conditions, etc. Reasonable changes can be made to the itinerary after mutual agreement
2. Special train compartments must be reserved 30 days in advance, and remaining seats are subject to customer service confirmation
3. Child prices (under 12 years old) are 70% of adult prices and require a bed
4. Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing

√ Comprehensive coverage of core attractions in North and South Xinjiang🌈 Seasonal Limited Experiences
🌸 May-June:Apricot blossoms in bloom in the Ili Valley, wildflowers covering Nalati Grassland
🌿 July-August:Blue waters of Kanas Lake, cycling around Sayram Lake
🍁 September-October:Autumn colors in North Xinjiang, fragrant fruits in South Xinjiang (special arrangement for grape valley picking)
❄ ️ After October:Possible snow on the Pamir Plateau, taking the Hotan Desert Highway instead
🚨 Precautions
1. Large temperature differences between day and night in Xinjiang, bring a windbreaker + warm underwear
2. The special train does not provide disposable items, it is recommended to bring your own toiletries bag
3. Flying drones is prohibited inside scenic spots (Kanas/Sayram Lake, etc. require prior notification)
4. Although daily travel times are short, some road sections have no signal, it is recommended to download offline maps in advance
5. Consult customer service manager Zhang Jing from Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency for the latest epidemic prevention policies
📸 5 Moments Not to Be Missed
1. Watching the morning mist and wooden house smoke at Hemu Haden Viewing Platform
2. Taking a boat tour to closely observe the color-changing wonder of Kanas Lake
3. Aerial photography experience at the winding sections of the Duku Highway
4. Listening to弹唱 (a form of traditional music) in a century-old teahouse in the alleys of Kashgar Old City

√ Direct train access to scenic spots, reducing transfer time by 80%5. The resonance of ancient music and stars at the Jiaohe Ancient City Concert
💌 Why Choose the Special Train?
✓ Time-saving:Reduces transfer time by 80%, providing up to 8 hours of effective sightseeing time per day
✓ Comfortable:All soft-sleepers, equipped with charging ports/reading lights/storage cabinets
✓ In-depth:Stay at each scenic spot for ≥ 4 hours, refusing to rush through
✓ ：Onboard doctor + 24-hour security + dual insurance coverage
📅 Departure Date Selection Advice
Photography enthusiasts:Prioritize the September departure (excellent autumn scenery)
Family trips:Recommend June or July (pleasant temperatures)
Limited budget:May departure offers good value
Off-peak travel:Late August for fewer crowds and beautiful scenery
⚠ ️ Special Reminder
The Duku Highway is open from June 1 to October 10, 2026, with specific dates subject to notification from the transportation department. In case of road closure, it will be changed to:
North Xinjiang direction:Add Koktokay Scenic Area
South Xinjiang direction:Take the Hotan Desert Highway + Taklimakan Desert Camp experience
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📞 Consultation Channel
For information on remaining seats for 2026 departures, room upgrade options, or custom itineraries, please contact customer service manager Zhang Jing from Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. All information is subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties, prices may change with market fluctuations, it is recommended to book 60 days in advance to lock in discounts.

Contact Manager Guo Jing at 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation