Kunlun Special Train Official Website Booking Xinjiang Kunlun Sunset Red Tourism Special Train Xinjiang Loop Itinerary and Price

Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Kunlun Special Train Ticket Center
🚂 Traveling Slowly Through Mountains and Rivers, Living in the Scenery — The 2026 Kunlun Special Train Begins a Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
In the vast expanse of Xinjiang, scenic spots are often hundreds of kilometers apart. Traditional travel methods frequently require changing vehicles and moving luggage, making the journey tense. Now, a more relaxed and in-depth travel method is gaining popularity among tourists — the special tourist train. In 2026, the ‘Kunlun’ special train adopts a ‘travel by night, sightsee by day, one berth throughout’ model, connecting the core scenic areas on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. This allows tourists to focus on sightseeing during the day and sleep soundly in the moving sleeper car at night, truly ‘leaving time for the scenery.’
🌄 Route and Destination Highlights
The ‘Kunlun’ is a 14-day loop special train traversing the core scenic areas of northern and southern Xinjiang. The route covers the most representative natural and cultural landscapes on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. From the Flaming Mountains and Grape Valley in Turpan to the bustling streets of Kashgar Ancient City in southern Xinjiang; from the白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau to the blue waters and skies of Nalati Grassland and Sayram Lake in northern Xinjiang; and then to the morning mist of Hemu Village, the lush greenery of Kanas, and the sunset at五彩滩 (Rainbow Beach)… The itinerary connects deserts, oases, snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and historic cities, showcasing the magnificent diversity of Xinjiang’s landscapes.
Notably, many areas along the route, such as the southern section of the Duku Highway and the Ahe Highway, are difficult for regular tourist buses to access frequently due to road conditions or seasonal restrictions. However, the ‘Kunlun’ train, combined with short-distance shuttle buses, can more reliably reach these scenic depths. Additionally, the itinerary includes cultural experiences such as Qiuci dance performances, visits to ethnic families, and special meals (fruit banquets, hand-pilaf, etc.), allowing tourists to experience local life beyond visual enjoyment.
Currently (late April 2026), scenic spots across Xinjiang have fully entered the spring operation season. May to September is the ideal travel season, with pleasant weather, green grasslands, clear lakes, and generally good road conditions. In case of temporary weather changes or policy adjustments at scenic spots, the travel agency will negotiate with tourists to reasonably optimize the itinerary while protecting their rights.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Presented strictly according to the local finalized text)
Day 1:Departure point – Urumqi
Day 2:Turpan – Flaming Mountain – Karez Well – Fruit Banquet – Grape Manor – Grape Valley – (Special Train) – Kuqa

🚂 Traveling Slowly Through Mountains and Rivers, Living in the Scenery — The 2026 Kunlun Special Train Begins a Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern XinjiangDay 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Kuqa Old City – Qiuci Dance – (Special Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Morning pick-up in Kashgar – White Sand Lake – Karakul Lake – Taxkorgan County
Day 5:Taxkorgan – Golden Grass Beach – Stone City – Tajik Home – Panlong Ancient Road – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Kashgar Ancient City – Id Kah Mosque – Special Train – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town/Xinyuan
Day 8:Nalati Sky Grassland – Gongliu
Day 9:Kuerdening Grassland – Six-Star Street – Huiyuan Ancient City – Lavender Manor – Yining/Kekedala
Day 10:Yining/Kekedala – Sayram Lake Scenic Area – Sailing Experience – Jinghe Railway Station to Altay
Day 11:Morning pick-up in Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area – Yunkun Peak Cable Car

In the vast expanse of Xinjiang, scenic spots are often hundreds of kilometers apart. Traditional travel methods frequently require changing vehicles and moving luggage, making the journey tense. Now, a more relaxed and in-depth travel method is gaining popularity among tourists — the special tourist train. In 2026, the ‘Kunlun’ special train adopts a ‘travel by night, sightsee by day, one berth throughout’ model, connecting the core scenic areas on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. This allows tourists to focus on sightseeing during the day and sleep soundly in the moving sleeper car at night, truly ‘leaving time for the scenery.’Day 12:Hemu – Kanas Scenic Area – Three Bays – Tuva Home – Rainbow Beach – Beitun – Train to Urumqi
Day 13:Arrive in Urumqi in the morning – Tianshan Tianchi – International Grand Bazaar – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure point
> Note:The above itinerary is the finalized content. Specific arrangements may be adjusted slightly based on actual conditions, subject to the signed travel contract.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on local factual text)
The ‘Kunlun’ special train is a high-end tourist train launched by Urumqi in 2023. Here is a detailed introduction:
Carriage Facilities:The entire train is designed with sleeper cars, including hard sleeper, soft sleeper, and high-end compartments. Soft sleeper compartments are equipped with single sofas, desks, washrooms, and wardrobes, with interior design incorporating Xinjiang ethnic features.
The ‘Kunlun’ special train has a total of 8 sleeper cars. The capacity varies by room type as follows:
Double-decker soft sleeper (with desk, shared bathroom):Each car accommodates 24 people.

🌄 Route and Destination HighlightsDouble lower berth soft sleeper (shared bathroom):Each car accommodates 24 people.

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei
Single flat berth soft sleeper (washroom/desk):Each car accommodates 24 people.
Double-decker soft sleeper (bathroom/wardrobe/sofa):Each car accommodates 20 people.
Price reference as follows (subject to contract confirmation):
Kunlun · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 14-Day Tour (May Version)
Departure Dates:May 22
Four-person compartment (shared bathroom):Upper berth 14,800 yuan/person, Lower berth 15,800 yuan/person
Two-person compartment (shared bathroom):Upper berth 17,800 yuan/person, Lower berth 18,800 yuan/person
Two-person compartment (flat berth):Lower berth 18,800 yuan/person

The ‘Kunlun’ is a 14-day loop special train traversing the core scenic areas of northern and southern Xinjiang. The route covers the most representative natural and cultural landscapes on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. From the Flaming Mountains and Grape Valley in Turpan to the bustling streets of Kashgar Ancient City in southern Xinjiang; from the白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau to the blue waters and skies of Nalati Grassland and Sayram Lake in northern Xinjiang; and then to the morning mist of Hemu Village, the lush greenery of Kanas, and the sunset at五彩滩 (Rainbow Beach)… The itinerary connects deserts, oases, snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and historic cities, showcasing the magnificent diversity of Xinjiang’s landscapes.Two-person compartment (private bathroom):Upper berth 22,800 yuan/person, Lower berth 23,800 yuan/person
Kunlun · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 14-Day Tour (June-September Version)
Departure Dates:June 4, June 17, June 30, July 13, July 26, August 8, August 21, September 2, September 14
Four-person compartment (shared bathroom):Upper berth 15,800 yuan/person, Lower berth 16,800 yuan/person
Two-person compartment (shared bathroom):Upper berth 18,800 yuan/person, Lower berth 19,800 yuan/person
Two-person compartment (flat berth):Lower berth 19,800 yuan/person
Two-person compartment (private bathroom):Upper berth 23,800 yuan/person, Lower berth 24,800 yuan/person
Kunlun · Premium Group · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 14-Day Tour
May Version (May 22):Single room 38,800 yuan/person

Notably, many areas along the route, such as the southern section of the Duku Highway and the Ahe Highway, are difficult for regular tourist buses to access frequently due to road conditions or seasonal restrictions. However, the ‘Kunlun’ train, combined with short-distance shuttle buses, can more reliably reach these scenic depths. Additionally, the itinerary includes cultural experiences such as Qiuci dance performances, visits to ethnic families, and special meals (fruit banquets, hand-pilaf, etc.), allowing tourists to experience local life beyond visual enjoyment.June-September Version (same departure dates):Single room 39,800 yuan/person
> Warm Reminder:Prices and availability may fluctuate with departure dates. Please refer to actual consultation and the signed travel contract.
📞 Booking Method
You can book through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For detailed route information, availability, or customization needs, contact Manager Wang Fei.
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ℹ️ Fee and Service Explanation
Fees include round-trip transportation (including special train tickets), accommodation (special train sleeper or hotel), first admission tickets to listed scenic spots, some special meals, and guide services. Excluded are personal expenses, some optional activities, and transportation from the departure point to Urumqi.
The entire journey adopts a ‘depart in the evening, arrive in the morning, sightsee during the day, sleep on the train’ model, reducing long-distance travel fatigue and enhancing comfort. Carriages are equipped with air conditioning, power sockets, reading lights, and ample storage space, with some room types featuring bathrooms and sofa areas.
Special Reminder:The opening status of scenic spots, road conditions, weather, and other factors may affect the actual sightseeing order. The travel agency will negotiate with tourists to make reasonable changes to the itinerary. All services and cancellation/change rules comply with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant laws and regulations.
In this fast-paced era, the ‘Kunlun’ offers a way to return to the essence of travel — not rushing, but feeling the journey; not checking in, but immersing in the scenery. If you yearn for snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities, and prefer a relaxed pace without repeatedly moving luggage, this 14-day special train journey might be the answer you’ve been waiting for.
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