2026 Xinjiang Special Train Prices and Bookings Complete Guide to Routes in Northern and Southern Xinjiang by Tianfu and Anyi Trains Recommended Routes Costs and Prices
Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation.
[2026 In-Depth Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang by Special Train ‘Anyi Hao’: A Complete GuideA 16-Day Panoramic Journey from Snow-Capped Mountains and Lakes to Grasslands and Canyons]
🌄 Itinerary Highlights:See 90% of Xinjiang’s精华 (best) landscapes in one trip
Xinjiang is vast. For an in-depth experience of the differences between northern and southern Xinjiang, traveling by special train is a more hassle-free option. The newly upgraded 2026 ‘Anyi Hao’ special train focuses on ‘slow travel + in-depth exploration,’ connecting representative Xinjiang attractions such as Urumqi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, the Dukou Highway, Kashgar Old Town, and more. The 16-day itinerary covers five major landforms: snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and deserts, with an average daily driving time of 3-4 hours to avoid long-distance fatigue. The train features all soft-sleeper cabins equipped with charging ports and constant-temperature air conditioning, traveling at night and allowing for daytime exploration, eliminating the hassle of lugging luggage. It is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly travelers and families.
📅 2026 Recent Departure Dates and Pricing (Subject to Contract)
🚂 Departure Dates:
First Departure:May 20
Subsequent Departures:June 6, June 23, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30, September 16 (8 departures total)
💰 Price Range (By Room Type, Including Full Transportation, Accommodation, Admission Tickets, and Meals):
LeXiang GuiGe (Economy Quad):Upper Bunk: 8,480 RMB/person | Lower Bunk: 9,280 RMB/person
XiongMao GuiGe (Standard Quad):Upper Bunk: 15,980 RMB/person | Lower Bunk: 16,980 RMB/person
[2026 In-Depth Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang by Special Train ‘Anyi Hao’: A 16-Day Panoramic Journey from Snow-Capped Mountains and Lakes to Grasslands and Canyons]XiongMao YaShe (Deluxe Quad):Upper Bunk: 26,980 RMB/person | Lower Bunk: 27,980 RMB/person
XiongMao YaJu (Premium Quad):Upper Bunk: 27,980 RMB/person | Lower Bunk: 28,980 RMB/person
XiongMao YueFu (Premium Double):59,980 RMB/person (First Departure); 69,980 RMB/person (Second to Eighth Departures)
⚠ ️ Pricing Notes:
Prices include special train soft-sleeper tickets, local tour bus, first admission tickets to attractions on the itinerary, 14 breakfasts and 28 main meals (including special meals), and guide services; excludes personal expenses and optional activities. Prices may vary by departure date. Availability is subject to confirmation by Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency customer service. Early booking (30 days in advance) is recommended.
🗺 ️ 16-Day Panoramic Itinerary (Train travels at night, explores during the day)
Day 1:Lanzhou/Chengdu → Urumqi
Board the special train to Xinjiang’s capital. Enjoy Gobi Desert scenery along the way. The tour guide will organize ice-breaking activities.
Day 2:Arrival in Urumqi
Acclimate to the climate. Recommended: Visit the International Bazaar for roasted stuffed buns and hand-pulled rice, experiencing the vibrant atmosphere of various ethnic groups.
🌄 Itinerary Highlights: See 90% of Xinjiang’s精华 (best) landscapes in one tripDay 3:Tianshan Tianchi → Beitun
Morning: Tour Tianshan Tianchi, take a boat ride to view Bogda Peak up close. Evening: Board the special train to Beitun. Dinner: Enjoy Xinjiang’s famous Big Plate Chicken.
Day 4:Beitun → Burqin → Hemu Village
Drive to Hemu Village, ‘God’s Own Backyard.’ Check into a wooden cabin. Evening: Ascend Haden Platform to view the Tuwa village’s smoke rising amid birch forests.
Day 5:Kanas Lake → Jiadengyu
Full-day tour of Kanas. Take the shuttle to explore the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay). Ascend Guanyu Platform for a panoramic view of Kanas Lake. Afternoon: Take a boat ride to experience the lake up close.
Day 6:Jiadengyu → Home Visit to Ethnic Families → Colorful Beach → Beitun
Morning: Visit ethnic families’ yurts, experience making nang (bread) and milking cows. Evening: Visit Colorful Beach to see the surreal colors of the Yardang landform reflected in the Irtysh River.
Day 7:Sayram Lake → Yining
Tour Sayram Lake, ‘The Last Tear of the Atlantic.’ Pass by the Guozigou Bridge. Evening arrival in Yining. Dinner: Enjoy special roast whole lamb.
Day 8:Yining → Nalati Grassland → Bayin Town
Xinjiang is vast. For an in-depth experience of the differences between northern and southern Xinjiang, traveling by special train is a more hassle-free option. The newly upgraded 2026 ‘Anyi Hao’ special train focuses on ‘slow travel + in-depth exploration,’ connecting representative Xinjiang attractions such as Urumqi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, the Dukou Highway, Kashgar Old Town, and more. The 16-day itinerary covers five major landforms: snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and deserts, with an average daily driving time of 3-4 hours to avoid long-distance fatigue. The train features all soft-sleeper cabins equipped with charging ports and constant-temperature air conditioning, traveling at night and allowing for daytime exploration, eliminating the hassle of lugging luggage. It is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly travelers and families.Morning: Horseback ride on Nalati’s aerial grassland, view spruce forests and snow-capped mountains. Afternoon: Traverse the middle section of the Dukou Highway to Baying布鲁克 (Bayingbrook) Town.
Day 9:Bayin Town → Southern Dukou Highway → Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon → Kuqa → Kashgar
Travel south along the Dukou Highway through the Tianshan Mountains, visit Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon. Evening: Board the special train to Kashgar. Night travel saves time.
Day 10:Kashgar → Karakul Lake → Home Visit to Ethnic Families → Taxkorgan
Morning: Visit the Pamir Plateau, see Muztagh Ata reflected in Karakul Lake. Afternoon: Visit ethnic villages, listen to eagle flute performances, and watch ethnic dances.
Day 11:Taxkorgan → Golden Grassland → Shitoucheng Ruins → Baisha Lake → Kashgar
Morning: Tour Golden Grassland and Shitoucheng Ruins. Afternoon: Stop at Baisha Lake on the return to Kashgar, view the pure scene of the lake reflecting Baisha Mountain.
Day 12:Kashgar Old Town → Gaotai Folk Residences → → Turpan
Morning: Stroll Kashgar Old Town, visit a century-old teahouse. Afternoon: Board the special train to Turpan. Night travel.
Day 13:Turpan → Grape Valley
📅 2026 Recent Departure Dates and Pricing (Subject to Contract)Tour Grape Valley, visit ethnic families’ homes, taste seedless white grapes, and participate in grape drying experience.
Day 14:Flaming Mountains → Fruit Feast → Karez Irrigation System → Return
Morning: Visit Flaming Mountains, feel the extreme surface heat. Noon: Enjoy a fruit feast featuring Hami melons and watermelons. Afternoon: Tour the Karez Irrigation System, learn about this ancient underground water conservancy project’s wisdom.
Days 15-16:Arrival in Lanzhou/Chengdu
The special train arrives sequentially, concluding the 16-day in-depth tour of northern and southern Xinjiang.
📝 Registration and Fee Notes
📍 Registration Channels:Register through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency
📞 Contact Information:Contact customer service manager Zhang Jing for details
💰 Fees Include:Special train soft-sleeper tickets, local tour bus, first admission tickets to attractions on the itinerary, 14 breakfasts and 28 main meals (including 5 special meals), guide services, and travel agency liability insurance.
❌ Fees Exclude:Personal expenses, optional activities (e.g., Kanas Tuwa home visit, Nalati horseback riding), (single travelers will be matched for room sharing; special cases require negotiation).
🚂 Departure Dates:📌 Special Notes:The itinerary may change due to weather or policy adjustments. Reasonable changes can be made by mutual agreement. Prices and availability are subject to contract confirmation. Early booking is recommended.
🌈 Seasonal Tips
Xinjiang offers distinct scenery in each season: May-June features grassland flower fields, July-August brings fragrant fruits, September showcases vibrant autumn colors, and snow may fall in mountainous areas after October. The train departures cover May-September. Choose based on preference:
May-June:Fewer tourists, ideal for off-peak travel;
July-August:Grasslands at their greenest, fruits ripen;
September:Rich autumn colors, Kanas’ forests ablaze with color.
💡 Why Choose ‘Anyi Hao’?
✔ ️ Hassle-Free:Full special train journey, no need to transfer to buses. Luggage can remain on the train;
✔ ️ In-Depth:16 days covering northern and southern Xinjiang’s core attractions,拒绝 (no) rushing;
✔ ️ Comfortable:All soft-sleeper cabins with charging ports and constant-temperature air conditioning. Night travel allows for uninterrupted daytime exploration;
✔ ️ ：Professional guides + onboard doctors to handle altitude sickness and other emergencies.
Xinjiang’s beauty lies in the meeting of snow-capped mountains and lakes, the interweaving of grasslands and canyons, and the fusion of ethnic cultures. The ‘Anyi Hao’ special train takes 16 days to help you understand this land’s vastness and tenderness.
Contact Manager Wang Fei at 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation.
