There are special trains for traveling to Xinjiang. Xinjiang tourist trains include but are not limited to the ‘Silver Hair Special Train’ and the ‘New Oriental Express’.?
The Silver Hair Special Train is mainly targeted at middle-aged and elderly tourists, providing a travel experience that is ‘slow, in-depth, worry-free, and comfortable’. With ‘Enjoy Xinjiang Slowly’ as its core concept, this special train integrates four themes: snow-capped mountains, grasslands, deserts, and humanity. It offers direct service covering the entire journey, with panoramic roaming through both southern and northern Xinjiang, allowing for multiple destinations and multiple scenic views along a single route. The first ‘Silver Hair Special Train – 19-Day In-Depth Tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang’ in 2025 departed from Changsha in May, with boarding and alighting options available in multiple cities in Guangdong and Hunan.?
The New Oriental Express is one of the largest and most luxurious tourist trains in China, offering facilities such as oversized compartments, panoramic windows, and separate dry and wet bathrooms. It provides 24-hour hot water and 24-hour attentive service by train butlers. The New Oriental Express mainly covers popular tourist attractions in Xinjiang, such as Urumqi, Turpan, Kanas, Yili, Kashgar, and other places, with itineraries usually lasting for 10-15 days. In addition, the New Oriental Express is equipped with special dining cars, viewing carriages, bars, KTVs, and other entertainment facilities, as well as professional tour guides who provide explanations of the scenic spots along the way.?
Therefore, when traveling to Xinjiang, you can choose to take a special train to enjoy a convenient and comfortable travel experience.?