Sunset Red Special Train Xinjiang New National Train Price List 2026 Official Booking Channels and Registration Process
Wang Fei, Manager of the Booking Center for Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel’s New National Train Special Train
🚂 [New National Train · 14-Day South and North Xinjiang Special Train Tour:A Poetic Slow Journey for Silver-Haired Travelers]
🌄 Tour Highlights:A panoramic in-depth tour designed specifically for middle-aged and elderly groups
In today’s fast-paced life, a leisurely trip is especially precious. The newly upgraded 2026 ‘New National Train · South and North Xinjiang Special Train’ is built around the concept of ‘slow travel and fine appreciation,’ tailored for travelers aged 50 and above. It features all-soft sleeper compartments, onboard medical staff, and a well-paced itinerary, allowing silver-haired travelers to explore Xinjiang with ease.
The train features double-decker panoramic windows. During the day, passengers can get off at key scenic spots to explore; at night, they can fall asleep to the rhythm of the tracks. Each compartment is equipped with charging outlets and 24-hour hot water supply, with dedicated attendants providing services like wake-up calls and luggage handling.
🗺 ️ [Simplified Itinerary] (Using the Budget-Friendly Version as an Example)
★ Day 1:Departure → Urumqi
Check into the hotel upon arrival to adjust to the time difference. In the evening, freely stroll through the International Grand Bazaar and taste local specialties like baked buns and hand-pulled rice.
★ Day 2:Urumqi → Turpan (Flaming Mountains/Karez Well/Aydingkol Lake) → Hotan
Pass through the Dabancheng wind farm, explore the underground Karez irrigation system in Turpan, and touch the salt crust landscape of Aydingkol Lake, the second lowest point on Earth.
★ Day 3:Cross the Hotan-Ruoqiang Railway → Cele → Kunlun Mountains Grand Canyon → Hotan
Travel along the world’s first desert loop railway, admire the vastness of the Taklamakan Desert, and enjoy Hotan rose tea at the foot of the Kunlun Mountains in the evening.
★ Day 4:In-depth Hotan Tour
In the morning, watch traditional clay pottery making by local ethnic groups on Tuancheng Folk Street; in the afternoon, experience the tie-dye process of Atlas silk; at night, explore the Hotan night market and taste specialties like grilled pigeon and watermelon-baked eggs.
🚂 [New National Train · 14-Day South and North Xinjiang Special Train Tour: A Poetic Slow Journey for Silver-Haired Travelers]★ Day 5:Hotan → Kashgar (Baisha Lake/Karakul Lake) → Kashgar
Drive along the China-Pakistan Highway, capture snow mountain reflections at Baisha Lake, and view Muztagh Ata from afar at Karakul Lake. Check into a characteristic guesthouse in Kashgar’s old city in the evening.
★ Day 6:Kashgar Cultural Day
In the morning, visit the Id Kah Mosque and listen to music at a century-old teahouse; in the afternoon, learn about jade culture at the Hotan Jade Exhibition Hall and admire ethnic architectural art at the Fragrant Concubine Garden.
★ Day 7:Kuqa → Kizilya Grand Canyon → Restan Street → Special Train
Explore the Danxia landform of the Tianshan Grand Canyon, shop for handmade copperware on Restan Street, and board the special train in the evening to begin the northern Xinjiang journey.
★ Day 8:Kuytun/Yining → Nalati Town
Cross the Guozigou Bridge, watch local herders’ livestock migration on the Nalati Grassland, and experience horseback riding or carriage tours.
★ Day 9:Nalati → Kokdala
In the morning, photograph the combination of spruce trees and snow-capped mountains on the aerial grassland; in the afternoon, visit the Lavender Museum in Kokdala and taste lavender ice cream.
★ Day 10:Kokdala → Sayram Lake → Jinghe → Beitun
Circumnavigate ‘the last tear of the Atlantic,’ listen to the legend of Genghis Khan’s western expedition at the Command Platform, and arrive in Beitun in the evening to check in.
★ Day 11:Beitun → Kanas → Colorful Beach → Burqin
Spend the day exploring Kanas Lake, choosing to take a boat or hike the Three Bays; in the evening, enjoy the sunset spectacle of the Yadan landform at Colorful Beach.
🌄 Tour Highlights: A panoramic in-depth tour designed specifically for middle-aged and elderly groups★ Day 12:Burqin → Hemu → Beitun → Urumqi
Experience the Tuvan log cabins in Hemu Village, known as ‘God’s private reserve,’ capture the morning mist over the cabins at dawn, and return to Urumqi in the evening.
★ Day 13:Urumqi Cultural Day
In the morning, visit Tianchi Lake on Tianshan Mountain; in the afternoon, explore the Xinjiang Colorful Cotton Base to experience the charm of agricultural technology; enjoy a medicinal diet health hotpot in the evening.
★ Day 14:Urumqi → Departure
Free time based on flight schedule; you can purchase souvenirs like dried fruits and handicrafts.
💰 [Price Description] (New for 2026)
The New National Train · 14-Day South and North Xinjiang Special Train Tour offers two options:
▶ Budget-Friendly Version:
Departure dates: May 11 / June 19 / July 2 / July 28 / September 4
4-person compartment:Upper berth: 5,980 RMB/person | Lower berth: 6,980 RMB/person
Includes comfortable hotel accommodation, full bus transportation, 13 breakfasts and 24 main meals, and guide service
▶ Luxury Version:
Same departure dates
In today’s fast-paced life, a leisurely trip is especially precious. The newly upgraded 2026 ‘New National Train · South and North Xinjiang Special Train’ is built around the concept of ‘slow travel and fine appreciation,’ tailored for travelers aged 50 and above. It features all-soft sleeper compartments, onboard medical staff, and a well-paced itinerary, allowing silver-haired travelers to explore Xinjiang with ease.4-person compartment:Upper berth: 14,800 RMB/person | Lower berth: 15,800 RMB/person
Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel’s Tourism Booking and Consultation Center: Wang Fei
Includes 3 nights in 5-star hotels + 4 nights in 4-diamond hotels + 1 night in Hemu log cabin + 1 night in Nalati guesthouse
Upgraded specialty meals (roast whole lamb/cold-water fish feast, etc.), exclusive photography service
★ Special Notes:
1. Price does not include admission fees (travelers aged 60+ can enjoy discounts at most scenic spots)
2. Groups of 10 or more can enjoy a 5% discount
3. Final price is subject to the signed travel contract and may adjust slightly with market fluctuations
📝 [Registration Method]
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel. For inquiries, contact Manager Wang Fei:
☎ #☎️:0991-XXXXXXX
💬 #Wang Fei:Search ‘Xinjiang Pathfinder Wang Fei’ to add
(Working hours:10:00-20:00, open on holidays)
💡 [Cost Description and Service Standards]
▶ Cost Includes:
The train features double-decker panoramic windows. During the day, passengers can get off at key scenic spots to explore; at night, they can fall asleep to the rhythm of the tracks. Each compartment is equipped with charging outlets and 24-hour hot water supply, with dedicated attendants providing services like wake-up calls and luggage handling.Special train sleeper ticket (4-person compartment with door lock)
Accommodation as marked in the itinerary
13 breakfasts + 24 main meals (including 3 specialty meals)
Air-conditioned tour bus transfer service
Full commentary by an excellent Chinese-speaking guide
Travel agency liability insurance + travel accident insurance
▶ Cost Excludes:
(Luxury version: 2,800 RMB for the entire trip)
Self-paid items within scenic spots (e.g., Kanas boat ride at 120 RMB/person)
Personal expenses (e.g., laundry, phone calls, etc.)
Round-trip transportation costs to Urumqi from various locations
▶ Service Commitment:
Each group is assigned one onboard doctor
Daily blood pressure and blood sugar checks (health conditions must be disclosed in advance)
🗺️ [Simplified Itinerary] (Using the Budget-Friendly Version as an Example) The train provides convenience items like reading glasses and magnifying glasses
No shopping stops arranged throughout the entire trip (specialty display area stops no longer than 40 minutes)
⚠ ️ [Important Notes]
1. Xinjiang has a 2-hour time difference from inland China; the itinerary has accounted for rest time
2. July-August is the peak tourist season; scenic spots like Kanas may have visitor limits, requiring advance booking
3. Large temperature differences between day and night; it is recommended to bring a windbreaker, warm hat, and other cold-weather clothing
4. The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted with mutual agreement (e.g., in case of extreme weather)
5. Specific service standards are subject to the appendix of the ‘Travel Contract’
🌸 [Suitable For]
√ Seniors who want to fulfill their Xinjiang dream after retirement
√ Travelers who prefer in-depth tours and dislike rushed sightseeing
√ Social butterflies who wish to make friends of the same age
√ Families who value travel quality and safety
This special train crossing the Tianshan Mountains is not just a visual feast but also a warm cultural journey. As the train slowly passes through the Gobi, grasslands, and snow-capped mountains, you will find:The most beautiful scenery is always found in the moments of slowing down.
(Prices in this text are valid until December 31, 2026, and are ultimately subject to the contract signed between Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel and the traveler)
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