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Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
[Silk Road Dream Train:A mobile palace traversing the millennium-old Silk Road, Comprehensive Guide to the 2026 In-Depth Panoramic Tour of Xinjiang]
🌄 [Route Highlights:When a Five-Star Train Meets the Millennium-Old Silk Road]
As China’s first panoramic cultural tourism train, the Silk Road Dream Train is built to the standard of a “mobile five-star hotel,” featuring 22 recommended guest rooms, each equipped with a private bathroom, scenic windows, and an intelligent temperature control system. The train passes through 12 high-quality landscapes including Urumqi, Heavenly Lake of Tianshan, Sayram Lake, and Kanas, connecting the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang and earning it the title of the “Silk Road Museum on Wheels.”
Train Features:
🚂 7 Themed Carriages:Including 3 passenger carriages, 1 dining carriage, 1 observation carriage, and 1 cultural exhibition carriage
🍽 ️ Michelin-starred chef-customized meals:Each meal blends local ingredients with Western regional flavors, such as the Jade Pool Banquet and Dawaz Welcome Banquet
🎭 Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience:Onboard interactive activities including ethnic song and dance performances and Aidilaisi silk production
📚 Mobile Library:Housing over 3,000 Silk Road-themed books with professional guides accompanying
🗺 ️[2026 Newly Simplified Itinerary] (The following itinerary is subject to the contract; reasonable changes can be made upon mutual agreement)
Day 1:Nationwide – Urumqi
Exclusive airport pickup service, check-in at Hilton Urumqi Hotel
Dinner:Hotel buffet
Day 2:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake of Tianshan – Urumqi
Includes Heavenly Lake boat tour experience, lunch featuring Jade Pool Banquet
Dinner:Dawaz Welcome Banquet
[Silk Road Dream Train: A mobile palace traversing the millennium-old Silk Road, Comprehensive Guide to the 2026 In-Depth Panoramic Tour of Xinjiang]Day 3:Urumqi – Kuitun – Northern Section of Duku Highway – Nalati
Traverse the northern section of the Duku Highway, with dinner featuring local specialties
Accommodation:Nalati Jinling Resort
Day 4:Nalati Grassland – Tianshan Flower Sea – Yining
Full-day in-depth grassland tour, including horseback riding experience
Accommodation:InterContinental Yining Hotel
Day 5:Yining – Sayram Lake – Beitun City
Circumnavigation tour of Sayram Lake, lunch featuring high white sturgeon banquet
Overnight in the train’s observation carriage
Day 6:Beitun City – Hemu
Transfer to Hemu Village in a 7-seater business vehicle
Dinner:Tuva Family Banquet
Day 7:Hemu – Kanas
Ascend Guanyu Terrace for an overview of Kanas Lake
Accommodation:Manyunjian Boutique Homestay
Day 8:Kanas – Beitun City – Korla
🌄[Route Highlights: When a Five-Star Train Meets the Millennium-Old Silk Road]Traverse the Gurbantunggut Desert
Overnight in the train’s cultural theme carriage
Day 9:Korla – Lop Nur Village – Kashgar
Alternative itinerary for foreign tourists:Bosten Lake + Bazhou Museum
Overnight on the train
Day 10:Kashgar – Gaotai Residential Area – Yingjisha Knife Museum
Experience pottery making, dinner featuring Southern Xinjiang Welcome Banquet
Accommodation:Radisson Blu Hotel Kashgar
Day 11:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake
One-day tour to the Pamir Plateau, requiring a permit
Accommodation:Radisson Blu Hotel Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Etiqer – Turpan
Visit the millennium-old ancient temple, lunch featuring specialties
Overnight on the train
Day 13:Turpan – Grape Valley – Flaming Mountains
Experience the Karez irrigation system
As China’s first panoramic cultural tourism train, the Silk Road Dream Train is built to the standard of a “mobile five-star hotel,” featuring 22 recommended guest rooms, each equipped with a private bathroom, scenic windows, and an intelligent temperature control system. The train passes through 12 high-quality landscapes including Urumqi, Heavenly Lake of Tianshan, Sayram Lake, and Kanas, connecting the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang and earning it the title of the “Silk Road Museum on Wheels.”Accommodation:Turpan Hengze International Hotel
Day 14:Turpan – Karez – Urumqi
Visit the Jiaohe Ancient City ruins
Accommodation:Hilton Urumqi Hotel
Day 15:Urumqi – Nationwide
Exclusive airport drop-off service, sleep in as late as you want
💰 [2026 Pricing Information] (The following prices are for reference only; specifics are subject to the contract)
16-Day Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang:
Qingyaju / Shuanghuige / Qinzixuan:69,999 RMB per person
Jinxiu Weiyang Suite:299,999 RMB per suite (accommodates 2 adults and 1 child)
14-Day Silk Road Corridor Tour:
Qingyaju / Shuanghuige / Qinzixuan:49,999 RMB per person
Jinxiu Weiyang Suite:219,999 RMB per suite (accommodates 2 adults and 1 child)
Special Departure on September 28, 2026:
Qingyaju / Shuanghuige / Qinzixuan:45,999 RMB per person
Jinxiu Weiyang Suite:199,999 RMB per suite (accommodates 2 adults and 1 child)
Train Features:Price Includes:
✔ ️ Accommodation in a five-star train and ground boutique hotels throughout the journey
✔ ️ Three meals daily (including 12 special meals)
✔ ️ First entrance tickets to attractions and shuttle bus fees
✔ ️ Professional tour guide and cultural lecturer services
Price Excludes:
❌ Personal expenses and
❌ Permit processing fees (self-processed for Kashgar section)
❌ Additional expenses due to force majeure
📝 [Registration Method]
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; reservations must be made 60 days in advance. Recommended to accommodate 44 tourists daily; early confirmation of itinerary is advised. Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service for the latest availability information.
🚌 [Ground Transportation Options] (All quoted prices are for reference; specific prices are subject to customer service quotes)
Different vehicle models provided based on group size:
7-seater Buick GL8 business vehicle:Suitable for small groups of 2-4 people, with a daily rental rate of approximately 1,200 RMB
13-seater Toyota Coaster minibus:Suitable for groups of 6-10 people, with a daily rental rate of approximately 1,800 RMB
19-seater King Long tourist coach:Suitable for groups of 12-16 people, with a daily rental rate of approximately 2,500 RMB
🚂 7 Themed Carriages: Including 3 passenger carriages, 1 dining carriage, 1 observation carriage, and 1 cultural exhibition carriage38-seater Yutong bus:Suitable for groups of 20-30 people, with a daily rental rate of approximately 3,500 RMB
55-seater Ankai luxury bus:Suitable for groups of over 30 people, with a daily rental rate of approximately 4,500 RMB
All vehicles equipped with:
✔ ️ Onboard WiFi and charging ports
✔ ️ First aid kits and mineral water
✔ ️ Experienced bilingual drivers
💡 [Fee Explanation and Service Standards]
1. Accommodation Standards:
Train Guest Rooms:Equipped with 24-hour hot water, underfloor heating system, and humidifier
Ground Hotels:All are top 3 local hotels; special homestays arranged for the Kanas section
2. Dining Standards:
Breakfast:Western and Chinese buffet
Lunch:8-dish 1-soup team meal (including local specialties)
Dinner:6-dish 1-soup team meal (including one hard dish)
3. Service Team:
Each group equipped with:
🍽️ Michelin-starred chef-customized meals: Each meal blends local ingredients with Western regional flavors, such as the Jade Pool Banquet and Dawaz Welcome Banquet1 train conductor
1 cultural lecturer
1 accompanying doctor
2 professional photographers
4. Special Notes:
🔸 Additional 10% peak season surcharge required from June to August
🔸 Children under 12 enjoy a 10% discount (except for suites)
🔸 Single registrants will be coordinated for room sharing as much as possible; a supplement is required for single occupancy
⚠ ️[Precautions]
1. Document Requirements: Valid ID/passport valid for more than 6 months required
2. Clothing Suggestions: Prepare windproof jackets, comfortable hiking shoes, and sun protection items
3. Altitude Sickness: Discomfort may occur on the Pamir Plateau section (Day 11); it is recommended to prepare Rhodiola in advance
4. Photography Equipment: The train features a professional photography carriage; a wide-angle lens is recommended
5. Cultural Taboos: Long pants/skirts required for visits; women need to wear headscarves
📞 [Take Action Now]
The 2026 Silk Road Dream Train recommends 12 departures; currently, 60% of the September 28 departure is booked. Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service for the latest itinerary brochures and discount information. Let this time-traveling train take you on Zhang Qian’s diplomatic journey and experience the millennium-old charm of beautiful Xinjiang!
(This information is updated as of January 2026; specific itineraries and prices are subject to the signed tourism contract. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency reserves the final interpretation, which must comply with relevant provisions of the Tourism Law.)
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
