There is a tourist train service from Urumqi to Yili. The Tianshan Xinjiang Tourist Train offers a tourist route from Urumqi to Yili, running through the panoramic views of northern and southern Xinjiang. Tourists can take this train to enjoy multiple major tourist cities and scenic areas in Xinjiang, including Yili.?
The Tianshan Tourist Train features a travel mode of ‘the train moves with people, and stops when people play’. It offers soft sleeper and hard sleeper configurations throughout the journey, and is equipped with a bar car, multi-functional leisure car, dining car, etc., providing tourists with a comprehensive and comfortable service experience. In addition, the train also passes by multiple scenic spots such as Tianshan Tianchi Lake, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Kashgar Old Town, fully displaying the geographical features of Xinjiang’s ‘three mountains and two basins’.?
The schedule of the tourist trains covers the peak tourist season from May to October. Specific schedules can be inquired and booked on relevant tourism websites or at travel agencies.?
If you have travel plans, it is recommended to inquire and book tourist train tickets in advance, while also paying attention to the latest tourism policies and safety tips to ensure a pleasant and safe journey.?