**Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Train Plan for Northern and Southern Xinjiang**
The Xinjiang New Western Regions Tourist Train brings together over 80% of the 5A scenic areas north and south of Tianshan Mountain in Xinjiang, providing a panoramic view of Xinjiang’s glaciers, rivers, lakes, snow-capped mountains, forests, grasslands, Yardang landforms, Gobi, deserts, canyons, wetlands, historical relics, and other diverse natural and cultural landscapes. With one train journey, tourists can enjoy the popular attractions across Xinjiang, especially favored by middle-aged and elderly tourists.
Itinerary Highlights
Northern Xinjiang Scenery: Glaciers, snow-capped mountains, forests, lakes, deserts, Gobi, oases, grasslands, ancient villages, and other natural landscapes are all within sight.
Southern Xinjiang Humanities: A home to many ethnic minorities, with eagles soaring in the Pamir Plateau, experience rich ethnic customs and historical culture.
Comfortable and Convenient: The dedicated train departs from Urumqi with a full-time tour guide accompanying throughout, reducing transfers and luggage handling during the journey, making it particularly suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists.
Economical and Affordable: Compared to car travel, dedicated train travel is shorter in duration, lower in cost, and offers stable berths, making the journey more comfortable.
Itinerary Arrangements
Departure and Arrival: Urumqi
Itinerary Duration: 14 days
Departure Dates: May 8th, June 4th, July 2nd, July 30th, August 27th, September 23rd
Ticket Price:
Hard sleeper for 6 people
Upper berth: 3980 yuan/person (May 8th); 4980 yuan/person (other dates)
Middle berth: 4980 yuan/person (May 8th); 5980 yuan/person (other dates)
Lower berth: 5980 yuan/person (May 8th); 6980 yuan/person (other dates)
Hard sleeper for 4 people
Upper berth: 4980 yuan/person (May 8th); 5980 yuan/person (other dates)
Lower berth: 5980 yuan/person (May 8th); 6980 yuan/person (other dates)
Precautions
1. Understand Group Dates and Quotes: Before booking, be sure to understand the group dates and quotes, and obtain detailed route information and itinerary details.
2. Prepare Necessary Items: Based on the itinerary and local climate, prepare suitable clothing, medications, and other necessary items. Xinjiang has a large diurnal temperature variation, so pay attention to warmth.
3. Respect Local Culture: Xinjiang is a multi-ethnic region. Tourists should respect the local culture and customs.