There are multiple classic routes to choose from when traveling to Xinjiang by train:?
Core recommended routes:?
Northern Xinjiang Route: Urumqi – Kanas. This route travels through the Tianshan Mountains, passes through the Junggar Basin, and finally arrives at the beautiful Kanas Lake. You can admire the magnificent mountains, vast grasslands, and mysterious lakes.?
Southern Xinjiang Route: Urumqi – Kashgar. This route crosses the Taklamakan Desert and arrives at the historic old city of Kashgar, where you can experience the rich Uyghur culture.?
Other selected routes:?
New Oriental Express North-South Xinjiang Luxury Tourism Special Train: Starting from Urumqi, it passes through attractions such as Kanas, Hemu, Koktokay, Colorful Beach, Tianshan Heavenly Lake, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Bayanbulak Grassland, the Mysterious Grand Canyon of Tianshan, and the Ancient City of Kashgar. The train has high-end hardware and attentive service.?
Tianshan Tourism Special Train: It runs through the panoramic views of northern and southern Xinjiang, including cities such as Urumqi, Beitun, Yining, Turpan, Aksu, and Kashgar. There is no need to change berths throughout the journey, and services are comprehensive.?
Sunset Red Middle-aged and Elderly Tourism Special Train: It covers important tourist attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, such as Altay, Yili, Turpan, Hotan, and Kashgar. It is suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists, with comfortable itinerary arrangements.?
Specific itinerary examples:?
If you wish to experience an in-depth southern Xinjiang tour, you can choose a route starting from Urumqi, passing through cities such as Korla and Aksu, and finally arriving in Kashgar. Along the way, you can visit attractions such as the Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves, the Mysterious Grand Canyon of Tianshan, and the Ancient City of Kashgar.?
Another example itinerary is a 13-day tour, starting from Turpan, passing through Urumqi, Yining, Kanas, Hemu, and other places, and finally returning to Urumqi, covering multiple famous attractions in both the eastern and western parts of Xinjiang.?
These routes each have their own unique characteristics, covering Xinjiang’s natural scenery, cultural landscapes, and ethnic customs. You can choose based on personal interests and schedule.?