There are multiple beautiful train routes to Xinjiang. Here are some recommended options:?
Northern Xinjiang Route: Urumqi – Kanas?
Recommendation Reason: This is one of the most classic train tourism routes in Xinjiang, passing through the Tianshan Mountains and Junggar Basin along the way, ultimately arriving at the beautiful Kanas Lake. You can admire magnificent mountains, vast grasslands, and mysterious lakes, feeling the magnificent workmanship of nature.?
Southern Xinjiang Route: Urumqi – Kashgar?
Recommendation Reason: The southern Xinjiang route is renowned for its unique ethnic customs and rich natural landscapes. Departing from Urumqi and heading south, it crosses the Taklamakan Desert and arrives at the historic Kashgar Old Town, where you can experience the rich Uyghur culture.?
New Oriental Express Luxury Tourism Special Train for Northern and Southern Xinjiang?
Route: Departing from Urumqi, passing through Kanas, Hemu, Koktokay, Colorful Beach, Tian Chi Lake in Tianshan Mountains, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Bayanbulak Grassland, Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, Duku Highway, Lop Nor Village, Taklamakan Desert, Grape Valley, Kizil Grottoes, Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake, Stone City, Kashgar Old Town, Xiangfei Garden, Kaner Wells, Jiaohe Ancient City, etc.?
Characteristics: The train has high hardware configurations, equipped with large glass viewing windows, etc. Each carriage has a dedicated butler service, suitable for tourists pursuing high-quality travel experiences.?
Tianshan Tourism Special Train?
Route: Urumqi – Beitun – Yining – Turpan – Aksu – Kashgar – Hami – Urumqi?
Characteristics: It spans the panoramic view of both northern and southern Xinjiang, with the train following the passengers without changing sleeping carriages throughout the journey. It is equipped with various carriages and entertainment facilities, providing an ‘all-inclusive’ service.?
Sunset Red Middle-aged and Elderly Tourism Special Train?
Route: Departing from Urumqi, passing through major tourist cities in northern and southern Xinjiang, such as Altay, Yili, Turpan, Hotan, Kashgar, etc.?
Characteristics: The special train covers important tourist attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, featuring a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ itinerary, suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists.?
These routes each have their own characteristics, covering Xinjiang’s magnificent mountains, mysterious lakes, vast grasslands, rich culture, and historical relics. You can choose the most suitable route for yourself based on personal preferences and itinerary arrangements.?