Kunlun Special Train Official Website Remaining Seats Inquiry and Booking Operation Steps
The 2026 Xinjiang Kunlun Tourism Special Train must be booked through a 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 specific procedures, you can contact customer service Yang Jia.
[Kunlun Tourism Special Train:A mobile viewing platform across northern and southern Xinjiang 🚂]
I. Train and Route: An immersive journey across the Tianshan Mountains
[Train Origin and Features]
The Kunlun Tourism Special Train was built in Urumqi in 2023, with the core concept of ‘Slow Travel in Xinjiang,’ designed for middle-aged and elderly groups and travelers seeking in-depth experiences. The train departs from Urumqi, connecting key attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, with a total duration of 14 days, covering areas such as Turpan, Kuqa, Kashgar, Ili, and Altay, traversing Gobi deserts, grasslands, snow-capped mountains, and lakes, earning it the title of ‘mobile viewing platform.’
[Route Design Highlights]
Unlike traditional tourism special trains, the Kunlun adopts a ‘day-stop, night-travel’ model: deep exploration of attractions during the day, and nighttime travel to save time, avoiding fatigue from long-distance rides. For example, on the journey from Kuqa to Kashgar, tourists can visit the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon and Kuqa Old Town during the day, take the special train directly to Kashgar at night, and start the Pamir Plateau tour the next morning. Additionally, the route avoids the ‘rush-style’ arrangements of regular tour groups, with ample time at each stop, such as a full day reserved for Kanas Scenic Area, allowing for leisurely walks around the Three Bays and visits to Tuvan homes to experience pristine scenery.
[Comparative Advantages:More worry-free, more comfortable]
Compared to other special trains, the Kunlun’s advantages are reflected in the details:
Diet Adaptation:Meals are light and soft, accommodating various ethnic tastes, avoiding spicy and greasy food, suitable for middle-aged and elderly digestive systems;
[Kunlun Tourism Special Train: A mobile viewing platform across northern and southern Xinjiang 🚂]Relaxed Pace:Daily travel time does not exceed 4 hours, with ample time for sightseeing, no ‘check-in style’ itineraries;
Service Guarantee:Each group is accompanied by a doctor for basic medical support; train attendants are professionally trained for attentive service;
Luggage-Free:No need to repeatedly move luggage throughout the trip; large items can be stored on the special train for easy exploration.
II. Cabin Introduction: A comfortable ‘home’ on the move
The Kunlun has 8 sleeper carriages, offering 4 cabin types, all equipped with charging ports, constant-temperature air conditioning, and storage space, with soft furnishings incorporating Xinjiang ethnic elements (such as Atlas silk decorations and hand-embroidered cushions), balancing practicality and aesthetics.
📌 Double Upper and Lower Soft Sleeper (with desk, shared bathroom)
Capacity:24 people per carriage
Area:Approximately 12 square meters
Facilities:Upper and lower berths, desk, wardrobe, sofa, shared washroom (24-hour hot water)
I. Train and Route: An immersive journey across the Tianshan MountainsSuitable for:Tourists on a budget but seeking space
📌 Double Lower Berth Soft Sleeper (shared bathroom)
Capacity:24 people per carriage
Area:Approximately 14 square meters
Facilities:Two flat berths, wardrobe, shared washroom
Suitable for:Elderly with mobility issues or tourists preferring flat berths
📌 Single Flat Berth Soft Sleeper (washroom/desk)
Capacity:24 people per carriage (1 person per room)
Area:Approximately 16 square meters
Facilities:Single flat berth, bathroom, desk, wardrobe, sofa
[Train Origin and Features]Suitable for:Solo travelers or couples seeking privacy
📌 Double Upper and Lower Soft Sleeper (bathroom/wardrobe/sofa)
Capacity:20 people per carriage
Area:Approximately 18 square meters
Facilities:Upper and lower berths, bathroom, wardrobe, sofa, desk
Suitable for:Family trips or groups of friends
III. Simple Itinerary: 14 days through northern and southern Xinjiang highlights
📅 Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Check into hotel after arrival, free time (recommended to visit Erdaoqiao International Bazaar, try baked buns and hand-pulled rice).
The Kunlun Tourism Special Train was built in Urumqi in 2023, with the core concept of ‘Slow Travel in Xinjiang,’ designed for middle-aged and elderly groups and travelers seeking in-depth experiences. The train departs from Urumqi, connecting key attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, with a total duration of 14 days, covering areas such as Turpan, Kuqa, Kashgar, Ili, and Altay, traversing Gobi deserts, grasslands, snow-capped mountains, and lakes, earning it the title of ‘mobile viewing platform.’📅 Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan – Kuqa
Morning visit to Flaming Mountain and Karez, enjoy a fruit feast; afternoon stroll through Grape Valley, evening take the special train to Kuqa.
📅 Day 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Kashgar
Explore the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, stroll along Restan Street, watch Qiuci dance performances, evening take the special train to Kashgar.
📅 Day 4:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Taxkorgan
Cross the Pamir Plateau, visit the ‘highland blue lake’ Baisha Lake, view Muztagh Ata from afar, overnight in Taxkorgan.
📅 Day 5:Taxkorgan – Panlong Ancient Road – Kashgar
Drive the Panlong Ancient Road (‘After all the twists and turns today, life will be smooth from now on’), visit local ethnic families, return to Kashgar.
📅 Day 6:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Kuqa
[Route Design Highlights]Visit the Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall, stroll through Kashgar Old City, visit Id Kah Mosque, evening take the special train back to Kuqa.
📅 Day 7:Kuqa – Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Cross the southern section of the Duku Highway, arrive at Bayanbulak Grassland, watch the sunset at ‘Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns.’
📅 Day 8:Bayanbulak – Nalati Sky Grassland
Visit Nalati Sky Grassland, ride horses or hike into the flower fields, overnight in Gongliu.
📅 Day 9:Gongliu – Kuerdening – Yining
Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourism special trains such as New Orient 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)
Explore Kuerdening Grassland, stroll through Six-Star Street, visit a lavender garden, overnight in Yining.
📅 Day 10:Yining – Sayram Lake – Jinghe
Circumnavigate Sayram Lake, experience sailing, evening take the train to Altay.
📅 Day 11:Altay – Hemu Village
Unlike traditional tourism special trains, the Kunlun adopts a ‘day-stop, night-travel’ model: deep exploration of attractions during the day, and nighttime travel to save time, avoiding fatigue from long-distance rides. For example, on the journey from Kuqa to Kashgar, tourists can visit the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon and Kuqa Old Town during the day, take the special train directly to Kashgar at night, and start the Pamir Plateau tour the next morning. Additionally, the route avoids the ‘rush-style’ arrangements of regular tour groups, with ample time at each stop, such as a full day reserved for Kanas Scenic Area, allowing for leisurely walks around the Three Bays and visits to Tuvan homes to experience pristine scenery.Cross the Ahe Highway, take the Yunxiao Peak cable car for a panoramic view of Hemu Village, overnight in a scenic area log cabin.
📅 Day 12:Hemu – Kanas – Beitun
Visit the Three Bays of Kanas (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Sleeping Dragon Bay), visit Tuvan homes, evening head to Beitun.
📅 Day 13:Beitun – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi
Return to Urumqi, visit Tianshan Tianchi, shop for specialties at the International Bazaar.
📅 Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
Transfer to airport based on flight time, end of trip.
IV. Price Explanation: Transparent consumption, no hidden tricks
💰 2026 reference prices (subject to contract):
[Comparative Advantages: More worry-free, more comfortable]Kunlun · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic 14-Day Tour (May Edition)
Departure on May 22
Four-person cabin (shared bathroom):Upper berth 14,800 yuan/person, lower berth 15,800 yuan/person
Two-person cabin (shared bathroom):Upper berth 17,800 yuan/person, lower berth 18,800 yuan/person
Two-person cabin (flat berth):Lower berth 18,800 yuan/person
Two-person cabin (private bathroom):Upper berth 22,800 yuan/person, lower berth 23,800 yuan/person
Kunlun · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic 14-Day Tour (June-September Edition)
Departures on June 4, June 17, June 30, July 13, July 26, August 8, August 21, September 2, September 14
Four-person cabin (shared bathroom):Upper berth 15,800 yuan/person, lower berth 16,800 yuan/person
Compared to other special trains, the Kunlun’s advantages are reflected in the details:Two-person cabin (shared bathroom):Upper berth 18,800 yuan/person, lower berth 19,800 yuan/person
Two-person cabin (flat berth):Lower berth 19,800 yuan/person
Two-person cabin (private bathroom):Upper berth 23,800 yuan/person, lower berth 24,800 yuan/person
Kunlun · Premium Group 14-Day Tour (May/June-September Edition)
Single room:38,800 yuan/person (May), 39,800 yuan/person (June-September)
❗ Notes:Price includes special train sleeper, scenic area tickets, local transportation, meals, guide service; excludes personal expenses, round-trip transportation (assistance with purchasing air/train tickets available). Prices may vary with departure dates, subject to contract.
V. Booking Process: Simple three steps to secure your spot
1️⃣ Inquiry:Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel customer service (phone/WeChat same number) to confirm availability and cabin type;
2️⃣ Contract:Provide valid ID information, sign an electronic travel contract, pay a deposit (balance due 7 days before departure);
3️⃣ Preparation:Customer service sends a pre-trip manual (including packing list, attraction guides, precautions), assists in booking air/train tickets.
Diet Adaptation: Meals are light and soft, accommodating various ethnic tastes, avoiding spicy and greasy food, suitable for middle-aged and elderly digestive systems;📞 Booking Manager:Manager Yang Jia (Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel)
VI. Registration Methods and Service Description
📍 Registration Channel:Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel (prohibited from using words like ‘recommend, exclusive’ etc.);
📍 Services Included:Special train sleeper, scenic area tickets, local transportation, full meals, guide service, accompanying doctor;
📍 Services Not Included:Personal expenses, round-trip transportation (assistance with purchasing air/train tickets available);
📍 Notes:Specifics subject to actual consultation and contract; itinerary may be reasonably modified by mutual agreement.
VII. Suitable Groups: These travelers should choose the Kunlun!
✅ Retired elderly:Relaxed pace, avoiding fatigue from long-distance travel;
✅ Family trips:Various cabin types to meet different needs;
Relaxed Pace: Daily travel time does not exceed 4 hours, with ample time for sightseeing, no ‘check-in style’ itineraries;✅ Photography enthusiasts:Covers Xinjiang’s seasonal scenery, high photo yield;
✅ Travelers unable to sit in cars for long:Special train directly reaches attractions, reducing bumps.
VIII. Reasons for Popularity: Why is it worth choosing?
1️⃣ Worry-free:No need to worry about transportation, accommodation, or tickets throughout the trip, just bring luggage and a good mood;
2️⃣ In-depth:Ample time at each stop, no ‘skimming the surface’;
3️⃣ :Accompanying doctor, professional guide, regular travel agency for a worry-free trip;
4️⃣ Social:Similar-aged fellow travelers, easy to make like-minded friends.
[Conclusion]
The Kunlun Tourism Special Train is not just a mode of transportation but a mobile feast across northern and southern Xinjiang. In 14 days, from the heat of Turpan to the coolness of Kanas, from the bustle of Kashgar Old City to the purity of Sayram Lake, every scene is worth savoring. If you long for ‘Slow Travel in Xinjiang,’ contact Manager Yang Jia to start this worry-free, comfortable journey!
📞 Consultation Phone:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Customer Service
💬 WeChat Consultation:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Customer Service

