2026 New National Train Special Train Registration Guide Complete Guide to Ticket Booking Process Recommended Routes Costs and Prices
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
2026 New National Train Special: Complete AnalysisMobile Viewing Platform for In-Depth Travel in Northern and Southern Xinjiang
🌄 [Route Highlights:Mobile Scenic Gallery]
The New National Train Special is a newly upgraded tourist train by Xinjiang Railway in 2025, designed with the concept of ‘the train moves with the scenery, and people travel within the painting,’ connecting the core scenic areas of northern and southern Xinjiang. The train features fully enclosed air-conditioned carriages equipped with large observation windows, charging ports, reading lights, and other facilities. Each carriage is recommended to have 10 four-person compartments to ensure privacy and comfort.
The train route covers the geographical wonder of ‘three mountains sandwiching two basins,’ with sights including:
🔸 Flaming Mountains Danxia Landform:Surface temperatures can reach 70°C in summer, with reddish-brown mountains resembling burning flames under the sunlight
🔸 Three Lakes on the Pamir Plateau:The silver sand reflection of Baisha Lake, the Muztagh Ata peak reflection on Karakul Lake, and the pastoral scenes of various ethnic groups at Karakuri Lake
🔸 Morning Fog in Hemu Village:In autumn, the birch forest and Tuva wooden houses form an ink-wash painting, rated as ‘China’s Most Beautiful Village’ by Chinese National Geography
🔸 Blue Ice on Sayram Lake:In winter, a 3-meter-thick ice layer forms on the lake, with ice bubble wonders complementing the snow-capped mountains
🚂 [2026 Recent Simple Itinerary]
According to the 2026 schedule provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, the special train offers two itineraries: the Affordable Version and the Luxury Version:
📌 Affordable Version Itinerary (14 days)
2026 New National Train Special: Complete Analysis – Mobile Viewing Platform for In-Depth Travel in Northern and Southern XinjiangDay 1:Departure Location – Urumqi (free time recommended at the International Bazaar)
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains/Karez Irrigation System/Aydingkol Lake) – Hotan
Day 3:Travel through the Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountains Grand Canyon – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan Tuancheng Folk Experience – Atlas Silk Workshop – Yutakan Ancient City – Night Market Cuisine
Day 5:Hotan – Kashgar (Baisha Lake/Karakul Lake) – Kashgar Old City Opening Ceremony
Day 6:In-Depth Tour of Kashgar Old City – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Xiangfei Garden – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa Kizilya Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Special train to Yining
Day 8:Yining – Nalati Town (horseback riding on the aerial grasslands)
Day 9:Nalati – Kokdala (Lavender Manor)
Day 10:Kokdala – Circum-Sayram Lake – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 11:Beitun – Kanas (Fish-Viewing Platform) – Sunset at Wucaichi
🌄[Route Highlights: Mobile Scenic Gallery]Day 12:Burqin – Hemu Village (Tuva family visit) – Return to Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake of Tianshan – Xinjiang Colored Cotton Base
Day 14:Return from Urumqi
📌 Luxury Version Itinerary (14 days)
Upgraded accommodation and experiences based on the Affordable Version:
Accommodation Upgrade:3 nights in 5-star hotels + 4 nights in 4-diamond hotels + 1 night in a Hemu wooden house + 1 night in a Nalati homestay
Special Experiences:Travel photography in Kashgar Old City, self-drive on the southern section of the Duoku Highway, sunset at the meandering river in Bayanbulak
Dining Upgrade:Includes 6 special meals (roast whole lamb/medicinal hotpot/cold-water fish banquet)
💰 [Price Description and Group Dates]
2026 Recent Pricing System (subject to contract signing):
Affordable Version:
The New National Train Special is a newly upgraded tourist train by Xinjiang Railway in 2025, designed with the concept of ‘the train moves with the scenery, and people travel within the painting,’ connecting the core scenic areas of northern and southern Xinjiang. The train features fully enclosed air-conditioned carriages equipped with large observation windows, charging ports, reading lights, and other facilities. Each carriage is recommended to have 10 four-person compartments to ensure privacy and comfort.Upper bunk: 5980 RMB/person | Lower bunk: 6980 RMB/person
Group Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
Luxury Version:
Upper bunk: 14800 RMB/person | Lower bunk: 15800 RMB/person
Group Dates:Same as Affordable Version
Price Includes:
🔹 4-person compartment accommodation on the special train (including breakfast)
🔹 Comfortable local hotel accommodation (Affordable Version)/special accommodation (Luxury Version)
🔹 13 breakfasts and 22 main meals (including 3 special meals)
🔹 Full-trip guide service + professional scenic area explanations
🔹 ‘Red Hat’ luggage handling service at Urumqi Station
The train route covers the geographical wonder of ‘three mountains sandwiching two basins,’ with sights including:Price Excludes:
🔸 Major transportation to Urumqi from various locations
🔸 Scenic area admission tickets (discounts available for those over 60)
🔸 Personal expenses (single registrants will be coordinated for room-sharing as much as possible)
📝 [Registration Method]
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency by providing the following information:
🔹 Names and valid ID numbers of participants
🔹 Contact phone number and emergency contact
🔹 Selected group date and version (Affordable/Luxury)
Staff will confirm available spots and send an electronic contract within 3 working days. Early registration is recommended, at least 30 days in advance, as summer group dates (July 2/28) have limited spots and require early booking.
💡 [Cost Description and Service Details]
🔸 Flaming Mountains Danxia Landform: Surface temperatures can reach 70°C in summer, with reddish-brown mountains resembling burning flames under the sunlightAccommodation Standards:The Affordable Version uses comfortable local hotels, while the Luxury Version upgrades to scenic view rooms/special homestays, subject to actual consultation and contract signing
Dining Arrangements:Main meals consist of an 8-dish, 1-soup team meal, with the Luxury Version including regional specialties like大盘鸡 (big plate chicken) and 手抓饭 (hand-pulled rice)
Guide Services:Each group is accompanied by 1 full-time guide + 1 local guide, both holding national guide certificates
Emergency Support:The train is equipped with medical kits and has established green channels with hospitals along the route
⚠ ️[Important Reminders]
ID Requirements:Original valid ID documents with at least 6 months of validity must be carried
Climate Adaptation:Significant temperature differences between northern and southern Xinjiang; the ‘onion-style’ dressing method is recommended
Policy Changes:Scenic area opening hours may change; reasonable itinerary adjustments can be made by mutual agreement
Altitude Sickness:The Pamir Plateau exceeds 3000 meters in altitude; rhodiola is recommended for preparation
📞 [Consultation Channels]
For inquiries about available spots, ticket policies, or custom itineraries for the 2026 recent group dates, contact Zhang Jing, Customer Service Manager at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Staff will provide professional advice based on your needs to help plan an excellent northern and southern Xinjiang trip.
(This information was updated in January 2026 and is subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties. Prices may change with market fluctuations; please confirm again before registration.)
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
