Xinjiang Kunlun Sunset Red Tourism Special Train Ticket Purchase Notes and Registration Steps

How to purchase tickets for the Xinjiang Kunlun No. Tourist Train? The 2026 Xinjiang Kunlun No. Tourist Train must be booked through the railway’s official travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service’s Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266) for reservation and ticket purchase. It cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. For the specific booking process, please contact Customer Manager Yang Jia.
🚂 Xinjiang Kunlun No. Sunset Red Tourist Train:14-day slow tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang, a worry-free choice with a bed all the way
For tourists who wish to explore Xinjiang easily, the ‘Kunlun No.’ tourist train offers a hassle-free, comfortable, and slow-paced travel option. It is not an ordinary train journey but a mobile vacation experience integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and sightseeing. It is especially suitable for retirees, tourists who cannot endure long car rides, and families or groups who want to avoid frequent luggage handling and hotel changes.
🌄 Train Starting Point and Route Features
The ‘Kunlun No.’ tourist train starts and ends in Urumqi, traversing the essence of Southern and Northern Xinjiang. The newly upgraded route for 2026 covers multiple destinations such as Turpan, Kuqa, Kashgar, Taxkorgan, Nalati, Ili, Altay, and Beitun, connecting various landscapes including snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and ancient cities.
Compared with other regular tour groups, the biggest advantage of ‘Kunlun No.’ is that it departs in the evening and arrives in the morning, allowing daytime sightseeing and nighttime travel. There is no need to drive yourself or endure a long Gobi journey of over 5,000 kilometers. Tourists focus on sightseeing during the day and sleep soundly on the stable train at night, greatly saving energy and enhancing travel comfort.
🛏 ️ Cabin Configuration Details (Based on 2026 Actual Operational Data)

🚂 Xinjiang Kunlun No. Sunset Red Tourist Train: 14-day slow tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang, a worry-free choice with a bed all the wayThe ‘Kunlun No.’ train has a total of 8 sleeper carriages, with slight differences in passenger capacity per carriage depending on the room type. The cabin design emphasizes privacy and age-friendliness, as follows:
Double Upper and Lower Soft Sleeper (Shared Bathroom):Each carriage accommodates 24 people, equipped with a desk, suitable for couples or friends seeking value for money.
Double Lower Berth Soft Sleeper (Shared Bathroom):Each carriage accommodates 24 people, with no upper berth design, gentle on the knees, suitable for elderly tourists.
Single Flat Berth Soft Sleeper (Washroom + Desk):Each carriage accommodates 24 people, with a 1.1m×2m single flat berth, equipped with bathroom, sofa, wardrobe, offering strong privacy.
Double Upper and Lower Soft Sleeper (Bathroom/Wardrobe/Sofa):Each carriage accommodates 20 people, with more spacious interiors and complete facilities, comparable to a mobile hotel suite.
All cabins are equipped with basic amenities such as reading lights, charging sockets, and luggage racks. The soft furnishings incorporate Xinjiang elements to create a warm atmosphere.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Strictly Presented According to Local Facts)

For tourists who wish to explore Xinjiang easily, the ‘Kunlun No.’ tourist train offers a hassle-free, comfortable, and slow-paced travel option. It is not an ordinary train journey but a mobile vacation experience integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and sightseeing. It is especially suitable for retirees, tourists who cannot endure long car rides, and families or groups who want to avoid frequent luggage handling and hotel changes.Day 1:Departure point – Urumqi
Day 2:Turpan – Flaming Mountain – Karez Well – Fruit Feast – Grape Manor – Grape Valley – (Special Train) – Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Kuqa Old City – Qiuci Dance – (Special Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Morning arrival in Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Taxkorgan
Day 5:Taxkorgan – 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

🌄 Train Starting Point and Route FeaturesDay 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 arrival in Altay – 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 point

The ‘Kunlun No.’ tourist train starts and ends in Urumqi, traversing the essence of Southern and Northern Xinjiang. The newly upgraded route for 2026 covers multiple destinations such as Turpan, Kuqa, Kashgar, Taxkorgan, Nalati, Ili, Altay, and Beitun, connecting various landscapes including snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and ancient cities.> Note:The transportation, accommodation, and order of attractions involved in the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area policies, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation (Strictly Presented According to Local Facts)
Kunlun No. Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourist Train 14-Day Tour (May Edition)
Tour Dates: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

Compared with other regular tour groups, the biggest advantage of ‘Kunlun No.’ is that it departs in the evening and arrives in the morning, allowing daytime sightseeing and nighttime travel. There is no need to drive yourself or endure a long Gobi journey of over 5,000 kilometers. Tourists focus on sightseeing during the day and sleep soundly on the stable train at night, greatly saving energy and enhancing travel comfort.Two-person Cabin (Private Bathroom):Upper berth 22,800 yuan/person, Lower berth 23,800 yuan/person
Kunlun No. Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourist Train 14-Day Tour (June-September Edition)
Tour Dates: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

Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced, professional, and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus No., Panda Train: Chengdu No., Shifang No., An Yi No., Jinxiu Tianfu No., Tianshan No., Kunlun No., Silk Road Dream No., Kunming No., Lindou No., Dahezhinan No., Yangtze River Delta Star No., etc. You can contact the booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
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

🛏️ Cabin Configuration Details (Based on 2026 Actual Operational Data)Two-person Cabin (Private Bathroom):Upper berth 23,800 yuan/person, Lower berth 24,800 yuan/person
Kunlun No. Premium Group Tour Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourist Train 14-Day Tour
May 22:Single room 38,800 yuan/person
June-September Schedule (Same as above):Single room 39,800 yuan/person
> The above prices are reference ranges. Specific fees and availability are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency and may fluctuate with the tour date.
📝 Booking Process (Book with Manager Yang Jia)
If you are interested in registering, please follow the steps below:

The ‘Kunlun No.’ train has a total of 8 sleeper carriages, with slight differences in passenger capacity per carriage depending on the room type. The cabin design emphasizes privacy and age-friendliness, as follows:1. Contact the booking manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service: Manager Yang Jia;
2. Inform the number of travelers, preferred tour date, and room type preference;
3. Confirm availability and price, then sign a travel contract;
4. Pay the relevant fees as agreed;
5. Receive detailed tour notification and pick-up arrangements before departure;
6. Upon arrival in Urumqi, enjoy 24-hour free airport/train station pick-up service.
📞 Registration Method

Double Upper and Lower Soft Sleeper (Shared Bathroom): Each carriage accommodates 24 people, equipped with a desk, suitable for couples or friends seeking value for money.You can register and inquire through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Phone:Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service
WeChat:Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service
Address:Please contact customer service directly for relevant information
📋 Fee Inclusion and Exclusion Explanation
Fees Include:
Full-trip special train soft sleeper seats and ground luxury air-conditioned bus;

Double Lower Berth Soft Sleeper (Shared Bathroom): Each carriage accommodates 24 people, with no upper berth design, gentle on the knees, suitable for elderly tourists. Hotel accommodation as listed in the itinerary (including special train accommodation);
First admission tickets to listed attractions and necessary shuttle buses;
14 breakfasts + 26 main meals (including specialty banquets);
Dedicated tour guide and attendant service;
Travel accident insurance;
Complimentary ethnic accessories, dried fruit gift packs, and some experience activities (such as Sayram Lake sailing, Yunxiao Peak cable car, etc.).
Fees Exclude:

Single Flat Berth Soft Sleeper (Washroom + Desk): Each carriage accommodates 24 people, with a 1.1m×2m single flat berth, equipped with bathroom, sofa, wardrobe, offering strong privacy.Round-trip transportation from departure point to Urumqi;
Personal expenses and self-funded items not mentioned;
Additional expenses caused by force majeure factors.
> Remarks:“Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.”
👥 Suitable Audience and Reasons for Popularity
The ‘Kunlun No.’ is especially suitable for retired elderly, those with limited mobility, and tourists who cannot endure long car rides. Its slow pace, meticulous service, no need to handle luggage throughout the trip, and professional team support make the journey more reassuring.
It has been popular for years due to its convenience of having a bed all the way, age-friendly design, rich and diverse landscape coverage, and innovative model of turning tedious car rides into comfortable overnight stays. Compared to other special trains, it places more emphasis on light meals, relaxed itineraries, and humanized service, truly achieving the ideal travel state of ‘seeing sights during the day, sleeping soundly at night.’
📌 Warm Tips:Xinjiang is vast with changeable weather. It is recommended to pay attention to local weather and scenic area opening conditions before traveling. All itinerary arrangements are subject to mutual agreement and contract terms, in compliance with relevant provisions of the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China.’