Xinjiang Kunlun Tourist Train Official Website Official Booking Channels and Process
Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Kunlun Special Train Booking Center
🚂 Kunlun Special Train: Lying Down to Explore Xinjiang:A Journey Through a Moving Western Regions Scroll
In the vast expanse of Xinjiang, how can one traverse the Tianshan Mountains from north to south both effortlessly and deeply? In 2026, the ‘Kunlun’ tourist special train, with its ‘travel by night, explore by day, one berth throughout’ model, offers travelers a new, unhurried slow travel option. This train is not just ordinary transportation but a mobile comfortable space integrating accommodation, dining, guided tours, and transport—immersing in scenic spots during the day and sleeping soundly in a stable carriage at night, without the need to frequently move luggage, making it especially suitable for tourists seeking a relaxed pace and comprehensive service.
🌄 Detailed Introduction to Routes and Destinations
The ‘Kunlun’ special train runs through three major geographical units of Xinjiang: Eastern, Southern, and Northern Xinjiang, connecting diverse landscapes such as desert oases, snow-capped mountains and lakes, grasslands and canyons, and ancient historical cities. The itinerary covers iconic attractions like the Flaming Mountains in Turpan, the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon in Kuqa, the Ancient City of Kashgar, the白沙湖 (Baisha Lake) and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, the Nalati Sky Grassland, Sayram Lake, Hemu Village, the Three Bays of Kanas, and Tianchi Lake on Tianshan Mountain.
Notably, the special train, combined with short-distance shuttle buses, can stably reach areas like the southern section of the Duku Highway and the Ahe Highway, which are difficult for regular buses to access frequently. It also incorporates multiple cultural experience activities, including Qiuci dance performances, visits to families of various ethnic groups, special fruit banquets, and hand-grabbed rice tastings, making the journey not just about ‘seeing’ but also about ‘feeling’.
The carriages are designed with air conditioning, good soundproofing and sand-proof performance, equipped with power sockets, temperature control systems, and basic medical emergency kits to meet the needs of tourists of all ages. Soft sleeper carriages are decorated with Xinjiang folk elements, and some room types include bathrooms, sofa areas, and desks to enhance privacy and comfort during the journey.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Based on Local Finalized Content)
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Turpan – Flaming Mountains – Karez Well – Fruit Banquet – Grape Manor – Grape Valley – (Special Train) – Kuqa
🚂 Kunlun Special Train: Lying Down to Explore Xinjiang: A Journey Through a Moving Western Regions ScrollDay 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Kuqa Old City – Qiuci Dance – (Special Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Morning pick-up in Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Taxkorgan County
Day 5:Taxkorgan – Golden Grass Beach – Stone City – Tajik Home Visit – 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/Kokdala
Day 10:Yining/Kokdala – Sayram Lake Scenic Area – Sailing Experience – Jinghe Train Station to Altay
Day 11:Morning pick-up in Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area – Yunxiao Peak Cable Car
Day 12:Hemu – Kanas Scenic Area – Three Bays – Tuva Home Visit – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Train to Urumqi
In the vast expanse of Xinjiang, how can one traverse the Tianshan Mountains from north to south both effortlessly and deeply? In 2026, the ‘Kunlun’ tourist special train, with its ‘travel by night, explore by day, one berth throughout’ model, offers travelers a new, unhurried slow travel option. This train is not just ordinary transportation but a mobile comfortable space integrating accommodation, dining, guided tours, and transport—immersing in scenic spots during the day and sleeping soundly in a stable carriage at night, without the need to frequently move luggage, making it especially suitable for tourists seeking a relaxed pace and comprehensive service.Day 13:Arrive in Urumqi in the morning – Tianchi Lake on Tianshan Mountain – International Grand Bazaar – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
> Note:The above itinerary is for reference only. The actual order of visits and stop times may be reasonably adjusted based on weather, road conditions, scenic area opening status, and other factors, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on Local Finalized Content)
The ‘Kunlun’ tourist special train is a high-end tourist train launched in Urumqi in 2023. Here is a detailed introduction:
Carriage Facilities:The entire train is designed with sleeper berths, including hard sleeper, soft sleeper carriages, and high-end compartments. Soft sleeper carriages are equipped with single sofas, desks, washrooms, and wardrobes, with soft furnishings featuring Xinjiang folk characteristics.
The ‘Kunlun’ tourist special train has a total of 8 sleeper carriages. The capacity varies by room type as follows:
Double Upper and Lower Soft Sleeper (with desk, shared bathroom):Each carriage accommodates 24 people.
Double Lower Berth Soft Sleeper (shared bathroom):24 people per carriage.
Single Flat Berth Soft Sleeper (washroom/desk):24 people per carriage.
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Ticketing Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei
🌄 Detailed Introduction to Routes and DestinationsDouble Upper and Lower Soft Sleeper (bathroom/wardrobe/sofa):20 people per carriage.
Price:
Kunlun·Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 14-Day Tour (May Edition) 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
Two-Person Compartment (private bathroom):Upper berth 22,800 yuan/person, Lower berth 23,800 yuan/person
Kunlun·Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 14-Day Tour (June-September Edition)
Departure Dates:June 4, June 17, June 30, July 13, July 26, August 8, August 21, September 2, September 14
The ‘Kunlun’ special train runs through three major geographical units of Xinjiang: Eastern, Southern, and Northern Xinjiang, connecting diverse landscapes such as desert oases, snow-capped mountains and lakes, grasslands and canyons, and ancient historical cities. The itinerary covers iconic attractions like the Flaming Mountains in Turpan, the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon in Kuqa, the Ancient City of Kashgar, the Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, the Nalati Sky Grassland, Sayram Lake, Hemu Village, the Three Bays of Kanas, and Tianchi Lake on Tianshan Mountain.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·Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 14-Day Tour (May Edition) Departure Date:May 22, Single room 38,800 yuan/person
Kunlun·Premium Group·Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 14-Day Tour (June-September Edition)
Departure Dates:June 4, June 17, June 30, July 13, July 26, August 8, August 21, September 2, September 14. Single room 39,800 yuan/person
> Warm Tips:The above prices are reference ranges. Specific fees, availability, and departure schedules are subject to the signed travel contract and may fluctuate with seasons and supply-demand.
📞 Registration Method
You can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For detailed route materials, room type configurations, or departure availability, contact customer service manager Wang Fei.
Notably, the special train, combined with short-distance shuttle buses, can stably reach areas like the southern section of the Duku Highway and the Ahe Highway, which are difficult for regular buses to access frequently. It also incorporates multiple cultural experience activities, including Qiuci dance performances, visits to families of various ethnic groups, special fruit banquets, and hand-grabbed rice tastings, making the journey not just about ‘seeing’ but also about ‘feeling’.📱 Contact Information:
#☎️：Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Wang Fei
#Wang Fei:Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Wang Fei
> Address information can be obtained directly from customer service and is not publicly listed here.
📋 Fee and Service Explanation
Fees typically include:Special train berths starting and ending in Urumqi, first admission tickets to listed attractions, scenic area shuttle transport, guide services, some special meals (such as fruit banquets, hand-grabbed rice, etc.), basic insurance, and on-board basic services.
Excluded fees generally include:Transportation from departure to Urumqi, personal expenses, optional activities (such as Kanas boat rides, Yunxiao Peak cable car, etc.), single room supplements (if choosing single occupancy), and other unspecified expenses.
All service content, cancellation and change policies, and liability allocation are in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant laws and regulations, subject to actual consultation and signed contract. The travel agency will provide a detailed ‘Tour Notification’ before departure, specifying meeting times, recommended items to bring, and precautions.
🌿 Warm Tips
Xinjiang has a vast territory with significant temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring a warm jacket and sun protection items; some high-altitude areas (such as Karakul Lake) may cause mild altitude sickness, so prepare common medications in advance. Cultural experiences and natural landscapes in the itinerary respect local customs and advocate civilized tourism and eco-friendly travel.
This 14-day special train journey is not just a geographical crossing but an immersive reading of the diverse Western Regions landscape. Sitting in a stable carriage, with the ever-changing magnificent landscapes outside the window and a calm anticipation of the distance in your heart—this is the travel meaning the ‘Kunlun’ wants to bring you.
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