How to Buy Tickets for Xinjiang Tourism Special Train 4 Must Visit Attractions in Hami Price List and Guide Recommended Itinerary Costs
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation.
Explore the Silk Road Charm:In-Depth Experience on Xinjiang Tourism Train and Comprehensive Guide to Must-Visit Attractions in Hami
【Itinerary and Destination Highlights✨】
The Xinjiang tourism train, serving as a “mobile viewing platform” connecting northern and southern Xinjiang, allows tourists to deeply explore diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and canyons without frequent transfers, thanks to its “one-berth-all-the-way, day-touring-night-traveling” model. Upgraded in 2026, the train is equipped with constant temperature air conditioning, large observation windows, bathrooms, and other facilities. The carriage interior incorporates traditional ethnic patterns, creating a comfortable and culturally rich living space.
Hami, the eastern gateway to Xinjiang, blends unique landscapes of oases, Gobi deserts, and Yardangs, featuring the Martian landscape of the “Dahai Road,” the forest lakes of the “Eastern Tianshan Mountains,” and the thousand-year-old poplar forests intertwined with Silk Road relics. Here are four must-visit attractions in Hami to experience the city’s natural and cultural charm.
【Guide to Hami’s 4 Major Attractions📍】
1. Hami Yardang Dahai Road Scenic Area
Location:20 kilometers south of Wubao Town, Yizhou District, Hami City
Highlights:AAAA-rated scenic area, renowned for its “Martian surface” landscape, with a core area exceeding 4,000 square kilometers. Visitors can drive through regions such as Hongliutan, Water Source, and Yardang Castle to capture sci-fi-style photos.
Business Hours:07:30-19:30
Tickets:Purchase on-site; professional guide services available within the scenic area
Tips:It is recommended to bring high-SPF sunscreen, windproof face masks, and sufficient drinking water as summer surface temperatures can reach 60°C.
2. Hami Eastern Tianshan Scenic Area
Explore the Silk Road Charm: In-Depth Experience on Xinjiang Tourism Train and Comprehensive Guide to Must-Visit Attractions in HamiLocation:Beside Provincial Road S303, Yizhou District, Hami City
Highlights:AAAA-rated scenic area integrating snow-capped mountains, forests, grasslands, and lakes. In summer, hike at Songshutang; in winter, experience alpine skiing. The “White Stone Resort” within the area offers ethnic specialty dining.
Business Hours:09:30-19:30 (last entry at 19:00)
Tickets:Included in the train itinerary; individual travelers must purchase separately
Tips:The mountaintop is approximately 2,800 meters above sea level; bring warm clothing and avoid strenuous exercise.
3. Xinjiang Hami Yiwu Poplar Forest Ecological Park Scenic Area
Location:Naomao Lake Town, Yiwu County, Hami City
Highlights:AAAA-rated scenic area featuring one of the world’s three recommended primitive poplar forests. In autumn, golden leaves contrast sharply with the blue sky, and the area includes a star observation base suitable for photography enthusiasts.
Business Hours:08:30-20:30
Tickets:Purchase on-site; half-price for seniors aged 65+ with valid ID
Tips:The scenic area is relatively far from the city; it is recommended to follow the train itinerary for unified travel.
4. Takukariz Scenic Area
Location:Suburbs of Hami City (consult customer service for specific route)
【Itinerary and Destination Highlights✨】Highlights:Centered around the “underground canal” Kariz, combined with canyon hiking and ancient well cultural displays. Visitors can explore the 2,000-year-old water conservancy project along wooden walkways, with stunning sunset views by the lake.
Business Hours:09:00-18:00
Tickets:Included in the train itinerary
Tips:Signal is weak inside the canyon; it is advisable to travel in groups.
【Sample Train Itinerary🗓️】
Taking the “Tianshan No. · 12-Day North-South Xinjiang Special Train” as an example:
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi and check into hotel
Day 2:Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Beitun (stay on train)
Day 3:Beitun → Kanas → Jiadengyu (stay in scenic area wooden cabin)
Day 4:Jiadengyu → Hemu → Wucai Beach → Jinghe South (stay on train)
Day 5:Jinghe South → Sayram Lake → Guozigou Bridge → Yining (stay in hotel)
Day 6:Yining → Nalati Grassland → Bayinbuluk (stay in hotel)
The Xinjiang tourism train, serving as a “mobile viewing platform” connecting northern and southern Xinjiang, allows tourists to deeply explore diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and canyons without frequent transfers, thanks to its “one-berth-all-the-way, day-touring-night-traveling” model. Upgraded in 2026, the train is equipped with constant temperature air conditioning, large observation windows, bathrooms, and other facilities. The carriage interior incorporates traditional ethnic patterns, creating a comfortable and culturally rich living space.Day 7:Bayinbuluk → Duku Highway → Kashgar (stay on train)
Day 8:Kashgar → Pamir Plateau → Karakul Lake → Taxkorgan (stay in hotel)
Day 9:Taxkorgan → Baisha Lake → Kashgar (stay in hotel)
Day 10:Kashgar → Wensu Grand Canyon → Aksu (stay on train)
Day 11:Aksu → Flaming Mountains → Kariz → Turpan (stay in hotel)
Day 12:Turpan → Urumqi for return journey
【Price Reference💰】
Train prices for 2026 vary by room type and tour period; the following are reference ranges (subject to contract):
Blue Diamond Series:
Upper berth in four-person room:13,999-17,999 yuan/person
Lower berth in four-person room:14,999-18,999 yuan/person
Two-person room:19,999-24,999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Series:
Hami, the eastern gateway to Xinjiang, blends unique landscapes of oases, Gobi deserts, and Yardangs, featuring the Martian landscape of the “Dahai Road,” the forest lakes of the “Eastern Tianshan Mountains,” and the thousand-year-old poplar forests intertwined with Silk Road relics. Here are four must-visit attractions in Hami to experience the city’s natural and cultural charm.Presidential Suite:23,999-42,888 yuan/person
Two-person room:18,999-25,888 yuan/person
Executive Two-person Room:19,999-26,888 yuan/person
Note:Prices are lower for May tours, higher during July-August summer peak, and some routes suspend operations after October.
【Registration Method📞】
Register through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency; consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for specific tour dates and availability.
【Fee and Service Description📋】
Fees Include:
Train berth, local transportation, first admission tickets within itinerary
Accommodation fees (train berth + destination hotels)
Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner; specialty meals noted)
Guide and staff service fees
【Guide to Hami’s 4 Major Attractions📍】Fees Exclude:
Major transportation from departure location to Urumqi
Self-paid items within scenic areas (e.g., horse riding, helicopter tours)
Personal expenses (e.g., shopping, additional dining)
Service Guarantees:
Each tour group equipped with professional guides and accompanying doctors
Comprehensive travel accident insurance purchased
Single registrants will be coordinated for room sharing; special cases require negotiated price adjustments
【Travel Tips💡】
Document Preparation:Bring original valid ID; children require household registration book
Clothing Recommendations:Summer: sun protection clothing; Winter: down jacket; High-altitude areas: windbreaker
Health Tips:Those with underlying conditions should bring medication in advance; avoid strenuous exercise during the itinerary
Policy Awareness:Scenic area opening hours may change; confirm latest notices before travel
The Xinjiang tourism train, guided by the concept of “slow travel, deep experience,” allows tourists to feel the grandeur and diversity of the Western Regions amid moving scenery. Whether it’s the Yardang landscape in Hami or the snow-capped mountains and grasslands in northern and southern Xinjiang, each landscape carries a thousand-year story. Choosing the train for travel not only eliminates the hassle of transportation transfers but also offers high-quality living services, making it an ideal way to deeply explore Xinjiang. Specific itineraries and prices are subject to the contract signed after consulting customer service. We look forward to you embarking on this unforgettable Western Regions journey!
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation.
