Xinjiang has already launched its first tourist train in the winter of 2024. Specifically:?
Time: At 20:30 on December 20, 2024, Xinjiang launched the first ice and snow tourism train since the winter began, departing from Urumqi City directly to the Altay Region for a 4-day ice and snow journey.?
Furthermore, reports have mentioned that recently (the specific date was not specified), Xinjiang Railway has launched the first ice and snow tourism train of this winter, also departing from Urumqi to Altay.?
Theme and Purpose: With the theme of ‘Journey Through the Silver Wonderland, Explore the Enchantment of Ice and Snow,’ this train aims to cover popular ice and snow tourism destinations such as the Kanas Scenic Area, Hemu Village, and Jikepulin Ski Resort in Altay, providing tourists with a unique ice and snow tourism experience.?
Additionally, although not strictly speaking the ‘first,’ in May 2025, Changsha will also launch a ‘Silver Hair Express: 19-Day In-depth Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang’ targeted at middle-aged and elderly tourists. This train also covers multiple must-see attractions in Xinjiang and is equipped with medical staff to provide tourists with comprehensive travel services.?
In summary, Xinjiang’s first tourist train has successfully operated in the winter of 2024, providing tourists with a convenient way to experience ice and snow tourism.?