Kunlun Special Train Featured Itinerary Booking Official Website and Price Reference
The 2026 Xinjiang Kunlun Tourism Special Train must be booked through the regular travel agency channel of the railway: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel (24-hour ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266) for ticket purchase. For the specific process, you can contact customer service Yang Jia.
🚞 2026 Kunlun South-North Xinjiang Panoramic Special Train Comfort Travel Guide
Many tourists who want to explore both southern and northern Xinjiang have similar concerns: Xinjiang is vast, with attractions often hundreds of kilometers apart. Long bus rides can cause back pain, frequent hotel changes require repeated luggage handling, and wanting to enjoy the scenery at a slow pace without spending a lot of time on planning. Choosing the Kunlun Tourism Special Train in 2026 can effectively solve these travel pain points.
✨ Introduction to the Kunlun Special Train and Route Features
The ‘Kunlun’ tourism special train is a special train launched by Urumqi in 2023, starting and ending in Urumqi. The route connects the cultural relics of southern Xinjiang with the natural scenery of northern Xinjiang. The 14-day itinerary can cover most popular destinations in both southern and northern Xinjiang, eliminating the need to plan multiple trips or bear the cost of multiple long-distance transfers.
Compared with regular bus tours or other special trains, the Kunlun has outstanding travel advantages:
Flexible meal arrangements, can adjust to lighter flavors based on tourist needs, suitable for those with sensitive stomachs and elderly tourists’ dietary preferences
Relaxed itinerary pace, with reasonable daily sightseeing time, no early starts or compressed sightseeing time
🚞 2026 Kunlun South-North Xinjiang Panoramic Special Train Comfort Travel Guide includes a onboard doctor, providing basic medical support throughout the journey, able to promptly address sudden health issues of tourists
Most fellow travelers are retirees with ample time or tourists who cannot sit in cars for long periods, making the itinerary highly compatible and fostering a harmonious travel experience
Large luggage can be stored on the special train berth, eliminating the need to move luggage at each destination, saving a lot of energy
Attentive special train service, with crew and tour guides promptly responding to various tourist needs, making the trip more worry-free
🛏 ️ Introduction to Special Train Carriages and Compartments
The Kunlun tourism special train has a total of 8 sleeper carriages, including hard sleeper, soft sleeper, and high-end compartments. The interior design incorporates Xinjiang folk characteristics, with different compartments varying in capacity and space configuration:
Double-decker soft sleeper (with desk, shared bathroom):Each carriage accommodates 24 people, single compartment area about 6-8 square meters, equipped with a desk for leisure or handling simple tasks during the journey
Many tourists who want to explore both southern and northern Xinjiang have similar concerns: Xinjiang is vast, with attractions often hundreds of kilometers apart. Long bus rides can cause back pain, frequent hotel changes require repeated luggage handling, and wanting to enjoy the scenery at a slow pace without spending a lot of time on planning. Choosing the Kunlun Tourism Special Train in 2026 can effectively solve these travel pain points.Double lower berth soft sleeper (shared bathroom):Each carriage 24 people, single compartment area about 6-8 square meters, all lower berth design is more convenient for tourists with mobility issues
Single flat berth soft sleeper (washroom/desk):Each carriage 24 people, single compartment area about 7-9 square meters, with its own washroom space, offering greater privacy during travel
Double-decker soft sleeper (bathroom/wardrobe/sofa):Each carriage 20 people, single compartment area about 8-10 square meters, equipped with a single sofa, desk, washroom, and wardrobe, more spacious for a comfortable travel experience
For detailed configuration of different compartments, consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel customer service for more information.
📅 Simplified Itinerary
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Turpan – Flaming Mountains – Karez – Fruit Feast – Grape Valley – (Special Train) – Kuqa
✨ Introduction to the Kunlun Special Train and Route FeaturesDay 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Kuqa Old City – Qiuci Dance – (Special Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Morning Kashgar pickup -白沙湖 – Karakul Lake – Tashkurgan
Day 5:Tashkurgan – Golden Grassland – Stone City – Tajik Home – Panlong Ancient Road – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Kashgar Old 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
The ‘Kunlun’ tourism special train is a special train launched by Urumqi in 2023, starting and ending in Urumqi. The route connects the cultural relics of southern Xinjiang with the natural scenery of northern Xinjiang. The 14-day itinerary can cover most popular destinations in both southern and northern Xinjiang, eliminating the need to plan multiple trips or bear the cost of multiple long-distance transfers.Day 10:Yining/Kokdala – Sayram Lake Scenic Area – Sailing Experience – Jinghe Railway Station to Altay
Day 11:Morning Altay pickup – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area – Yunxiao Peak Cable Car
Day 12:Hemu – Kanas Scenic Area – Three Bays – Tuva Home – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Train to Urumqi
Day 13:Morning arrival in Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – International Grand Bazaar – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
Note:In case of weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area openings, schedule changes, etc., the itinerary can be reasonably modified with mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation
Compared with regular bus tours or other special trains, the Kunlun has outstanding travel advantages:Kunlun · South-North Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourism Special Train 14-Day Tour (May Version) Departure Dates:May 22
Four-person compartment (shared bathroom):Upper berth 14,800 RMB/person, Lower berth 15,800 RMB/person
Two-person compartment (shared bathroom):Upper berth 17,800 RMB/person, Lower berth 18,800 RMB/person
Two-person compartment (flat berth):Lower berth 18,800 RMB/person
Two-person compartment (private bathroom):Upper berth 22,800 RMB/person, Lower berth 23,800 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Manager Yang Jia, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced, professional, and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourism trains such as New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (Copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Kunlun · South-North Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourism 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
Flexible meal arrangements, can adjust to lighter flavors based on tourist needs, suitable for those with sensitive stomachs and elderly tourists’ dietary preferencesFour-person compartment (shared bathroom):Upper berth 15,800 RMB/person, Lower berth 16,800 RMB/person
Two-person compartment (shared bathroom):Upper berth 18,800 RMB/person, Lower berth 19,800 RMB/person
Two-person compartment (flat berth):Lower berth 19,800 RMB/person
Two-person compartment (private bathroom):Upper berth 23,800 RMB/person, Lower berth 24,800 RMB/person
Kunlun · Premium Group · South-North Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourism Special Train 14-Day Tour (May Version) Departure Dates:May 22, Single room 38,800 RMB/person
Kunlun · Premium Group · South-North Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourism 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. Single room 39,800 RMB/person
Relaxed itinerary pace, with reasonable daily sightseeing time, no early starts or compressed sightseeing timeThe above prices are for reference only. Prices and availability may fluctuate with departure dates, subject to actual consultation and contract.
📝 Booking Process
1. Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel booking manager Yang Jia to inquire about availability for the desired departure date and confirm if the selected room type is available
2. Inform the number of travelers and special needs (e.g., dietary restrictions, health conditions of companions), and learn detailed itinerary and precautions
3. Submit identity information of all travelers, reconfirm itinerary content and service standards
4. Sign a formal tourism contract and pay relevant fees as per the contract
5. Receive travel notice about 7 days before departure, prepare valid documents, warm clothing, common medications, and other personal items in advance. For pass-related matters, consult the travel agency customer service in advance for assistance
Includes a onboard doctor, providing basic medical support throughout the journey, able to promptly address sudden health issues of tourists📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel. For inquiries, contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel customer service via phone or WeChat. For offline consultation addresses, contact customer service.
📋 Fee and Service Explanation
■ Included Items
Kunlun special train sleeper fee for the corresponding room type
First admission ticket fees for attractions listed in the itinerary
Accommodation fees specified in the itinerary (including hotels, scenic area homestays during ground travel)
Most fellow travelers are retirees with ample time or tourists who cannot sit in cars for long periods, making the itinerary highly compatible and fostering a harmonious travel experience. Meal fees specified in the itinerary (including special train meals and group meals during ground travel)
Local ground transportation transfer fees (round-trip transfers from special train stations to scenic areas and hotels)
Tour guide service and special train crew service fees
Travel accident insurance fee
■ Excluded Items
Self-funded items not specified in the itinerary, personal entertainment consumption costs
Personal consumption, excess luggage fees, etc.
Large luggage can be stored on the special train berth, eliminating the need to move luggage at each destination, saving a lot of energy. Additional costs due to force majeure factors (e.g., weather, policy changes, traffic delays, etc.)
Single traveler supplement (for single travelers, we will try to arrange room sharing; special cases need separate negotiation)
Note:Subject to actual consultation and contract.
👥 Suitable Travelers
Retirees with ample time who want to explore both southern and northern Xinjiang at a slow pace without rushing
Tourists with lumbar or cervical spine issues who cannot sit in cars for long periods
Tourists who want to avoid frequent hotel changes and luggage handling, seeking a hassle-free travel experience
First-time visitors to Xinjiang who don’t want to make complex plans and want to visit core attractions in both southern and northern Xinjiang in one trip
Since its launch, the Kunlun special train has been well-received by many tourists. On one hand, the route design is scientific, covering core attractions in both southern and northern Xinjiang like Kashgar Old City, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, and Kanas in one trip, eliminating the need for multiple Xinjiang trip plans. On the other hand, the comfort of the special train is far superior to regular bus tours, better suited to Xinjiang’s vast geography. Additionally, the variety of room types meets the budgets and needs of different travelers. All travel-related regulations comply with contract law, tourism law, and other relevant laws. Cancellation and change rules follow tourism law regulations.
