Tianfu Hao Special Train Departing from Urumqi Detailed Explanation of 2026 Kashgar Itinerary Costs Recommended Routes and Price Information
Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation
π Tianfu Express: A Moving Viewing Platform Across the Tianshan Mountains: A 2026 In-Depth Experience Guide
[Route Highlights:A Moving ‘Five-Star Viewing Hotel’]
As Xinjiang’s first panoramic luxury tourist train, the Tianfu Express is designed with the concept of ‘traveling with the scenery, traveling at night, and sightseeing during the day.’ The entire train features double-glazed viewing carriages equipped with bathrooms, intelligent temperature control systems, and 24-hour butler service. The train passes through three major geographical units: the Junggar Basin, the Tianshan Mountains, and the Tarim Basin, connecting 12 top-tier 5A scenic spots including Urumqi, Kanas, and Kashgar, allowing tourists to enjoy the superb scenery of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and deserts in a moving ‘five-star viewing hotel.’
π [2026 Recent Simple Itinerary] (Subject to local facts)
Day 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou β Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi (Yuejiaojiao Cultural Space, Cocktail Party, City Viewing Platform)
Day 3:Urumqi β Beitun (Welcome Banquet, Hiking at Tianchi Lake in the Tianshan Mountains)
Day 4:Beitun β Hemu (Morning Mist Photography in Hemu Scenic Area, Afternoon Tea at Haden Viewing Platform)
Day 5:Hemu β Kanas (Boat Tour on Kanas Lake, Panoramic Photography at Guanyu Platform)
Day 6:Kanas β Beitun (Light Hiking at the Three Bays: Yueliang Bay/Xian Bay/Wolong Bay)
Day 7:Beitun β Sayram Lake (Cycling around the Lake, Lakeside Afternoon Tea)
Day 8:Sayram Lake β Nalati (Horseback Riding Experience on the Nalati Alpine Grassland)
π Tianfu Express: A Moving Viewing Platform Across the Tianshan Mountains: A 2026 In-Depth Experience GuideDay 9:Nalati β Kuqa (Crossing the Middle Section of the Duoku Highway, Stopping at the Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery along the way)
Day 10:Kuqa β Kashgar (Adventure in the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, Self-driving Experience on the Southern Section of the Duoku Highway)
Day 11:Kashgar (Towards Taxkorgan: Photography at Baisha Lake, Hiking at Muztagh Ata Peak, Aerial Photography at Karakul Lake, Home Visits to Local Families of Various Ethnic Groups)
Day 12:Kashgar β Turpan (Experience in Intangible Cultural Heritage Handicrafts in the Ancient City of Kashgar, Exploration of Gaotai Residential Buildings)
Day 13:Turpan (Concert at the Jiaohe Ancient City Ruins, Grape Valley Picking)
Day 14:Turpan β Return Trip (Geological Science Popularization at Flaming Mountains, Explanation of Karez Culture, Fruit Feast)
Day 15:Arrival in Lanzhou/Chengdu (Experience in Intangible Cultural Heritage Handicraft Workshop, City Viewing Activities)
Day 16:Arrival in Lanzhou/Chengdu (End of Itinerary)
π‘ [Itinerary Design Highlights]
Off-Peak Sightseeing:Utilizing night travel to save time, with core attractions scheduled between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM for optimal lighting
In-Depth Experience:Reserving 3-5 hours of free time at each destination to avoid a rushed experience
Cultural Immersion:Incorporating 12 intangible cultural heritage experiences (such as performances of Mukam by various ethnic groups and eagle whistle making)
[Route Highlights: A Moving ‘Five-Star Viewing Hotel’]Ecological Protection:Using electric shuttle buses instead of traditional buses to reduce carbon emissions in scenic areas
π° [2026 Price Explanation] (Subject to local facts and may fluctuate)
May 19 Departure:
Deluxe Double Room (3 compartments, 13γ‘):RMB 96,880 per person
Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10γ‘):RMB 76,880 per person
June 5/22, July 9/26, August 12/29, September 15, October 2 (October departures exclude the Duoku Highway section):
Deluxe Double Room:RMB 98,880 per person
Quality Double Room:RMB 78,880 per person
β π·οΈ Price Includes:
Accommodation throughout the train journey (including bathrooms)
15 breakfasts and 30 main meals (including 8 special meals:Roast Whole Lamb Feast, Cold Water Fish Feast, Fruit Feast, etc.)
First entrance tickets and shuttle buses for scenic spots
As Xinjiang’s first panoramic luxury tourist train, the Tianfu Express is designed with the concept of ‘traveling with the scenery, traveling at night, and sightseeing during the day.’ The entire train features double-glazed viewing carriages equipped with bathrooms, intelligent temperature control systems, and 24-hour butler service. The train passes through three major geographical units: the Junggar Basin, the Tianshan Mountains, and the Tarim Basin, connecting 12 top-tier 5A scenic spots including Urumqi, Kanas, and Kashgar, allowing tourists to enjoy the superb scenery of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and deserts in a moving ‘five-star viewing hotel.’ Professional team leader + local bilingual guide service
Travel accident insurance (coverage of RMB 500,000 per person)
π [Registration Method]
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for the latest availability information.
π [Fee Explanation and Service Standards]
Fees Exclude:Personal consumption, (for single registrants, efforts will be made to arrange shared rooms; special circumstances require negotiation), optional items outside the itinerary
Child Policy:Children under 12 years old without a bed receive a 30% discount; with a bed, the price is the same as for adults
Special Notes:If the itinerary is changed due to force majeure factors such as weather/policies, reasonable changes can be made upon mutual agreement
Specifics are subject to actual consultation and signing; prices and availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with departure dates
π [2026 Recent Service Upgrades]
1οΈβ£ Intelligent Health Monitoring:Carriages equipped with blood oxygen meters and temperature detection devices, with daily health registration
2οΈβ£ Emergency Support:AED emergency equipment on board, with green channels established with top-tier hospitals along the way
π [2026 Recent Simple Itinerary] (Subject to local facts)3οΈβ£ Cultural Guidance:Each carriage equipped with electronic guide screens displaying real-time itinerary progress and scenic spot explanations
4οΈβ£ Environmental Protection Measures:Using degradable tableware, with a train waste classification and disposal rate of
π [Pre-Trip Recommended Checklist]
Documents:Valid identification, health code (requires registration on the Xinjiang Government Service Mini Program 7 days in advance)
Clothing:Windbreaker (low nighttime temperatures in the Kanas/Sayram Lake areas), sun protection clothing, comfortable hiking shoes
Medications:Personal regular medications, motion sickness medication, gastrointestinal medication (Xinjiang cuisine tends to be oily)
Others:Moisturizing skincare products (Xinjiang climate is dry), collapsible water cup (to reduce use of disposable items)
π¬ [Real Feedback from Tourists]
“The viewing window design of the train is fantastic! You can watch the sunrise while lying in bed, and the butler prepared hot cocoa and blankets.” β Ms. Li, tourist on the August 2025 departure
“The itinerary arrangement is very reasonable, with new surprises every day. Especially the home visits to local families of various ethnic groups, where the children learned a lot of knowledge outside the textbooks.” β Mr. Wang, tourist on the October 2025 departure
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[Departure Date Selection Suggestions]
Photography Enthusiasts:Recommend the June departure (wildflower blooming period in Kanas)
Day 1: Chengdu/Lanzhou β UrumqiSummer Escape:Choose the July-August departure (greenest period for the Nalati Grassland)
Autumn Scenery Experience:September departure (golden period for morning mist in Hemu and birch forests)
Cost-Effective Choice:May/October departures (lower prices, but note that some road sections may encounter snowfall)
β β οΈ [Important Reminders]
Duoku Highway Opening Time:Usually from June to early October (subject to the announcement of the traffic department for the specific year)
Scenic Spot Reservations:Popular attractions such as Kanas/Tianchi Lake in the Tianshan Mountains require reservations 3 days in advance through the “Xinjiang is a Wonderful Place” platform
Pass Permit Application:A pass permit is required for travel towards Taxkorgan (can be obtained free of charge at the Kashgar International Self-driving and RV Camp)
π [Cultural Respect Reminders]
Obtain consent before photographing local residents
Dress appropriately for visits (women need to cover their hair)
Avoid openly discussing topics related to folk culture
Respect the dietary habits of various ethnic groups (e.g., no outside food in restaurants)
(Approximately 1800 words in total, information updated as of January 2026, subject to the latest announcements from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency)
Contact Manager Wang Fei at 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation

