Xinjiang Sunset Red Tourism Special Train Kunlun Official Partner Travel Agency
The 2026 Xinjiang Kunlun Cultural Tourism Train is a customized light luxury tourist train under the railway system. Unlike regular passenger trains, the entire train operates with a targeted quota service guide and does not open a public ticket purchase channel on 12306. Currently, market seats are uniformly coordinated, berth allocated, and itinerary arranged by regular cultural tourism institutions authorized by the railway. Travelers planning a trip can go through the entire travel procedures, including registration, berth selection, and contract signing, at the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and check real-time schedule vacancies, travel policies, and itinerary details along the way. Dedicated contact: Manager Yang Jia, landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266
When thinking about experiencing a ‘traveling Xinjiang by train’ grand loop of northern and southern Xinjiang, many people’s first reaction is to ask:How to book the ‘Kunlun’? This article will break down all aspects of this special train around ‘booking’ and ‘the train itself’.
🚂 What is the ‘Kunlun’ all about?
The ‘Kunlun’ tourist train is a high-end tourism product launched by Urumqi in 2023, positioned as a ‘mobile five-star hotel + viewing corridor’, specially designed for in-depth tours of northern and southern Xinjiang.
Core advantages:The entire journey uses the special train as a ‘mobile base’, playing during the day and resting on the train at night, eliminating the need to frequently change hotels and pack luggage, which is especially friendly for families and the elderly.
Operation mode:Adopting a ‘fixed route, fixed point, fixed time’ bus-style mode, connecting Urumqi, Yining, Altay, and other directions, linking core scenic spots like Kanas, Nalati, and Sayram Lake in one line, achieving ‘large connectivity of tourist attractions, large bus-style travel for tourists, and large cycle of tourist trains’.
🛏 ️ Full analysis of sleeper compartments
The entire ‘Kunlun’ train is designed with sleeper berths, with a total of 8 sleeper carriages, and does not provide foldable seats like high-speed trains. Different compartments vary in layout, facilities, and privacy, allowing you to choose based on your budget and needs.
1. Double upper and lower soft sleeper (with desk, shared bathroom)
Layout:Upper and lower berths, with desk, shared bathroom in the carriage.
Capacity:24 people per carriage.
Suitable for:Budget-friendly, cost-effective for traveling companions.
When thinking about experiencing a ‘traveling Xinjiang by train’ grand loop of northern and southern Xinjiang, many people’s first reaction is to ask: How to book the ‘Kunlun’? This article will break down all aspects of this special train around ‘booking’ and ‘the train itself’.2. Double lower berth soft sleeper (shared bathroom)
Layout:Recommended lower berth, more spacious, with desk, shared bathroom in the carriage.
Capacity:24 people per carriage.
Suitable for:Travelers who want easy access to the lower berth, luggage storage, and have a limited budget.
3. Single flat berth soft sleeper (washroom/desk)
Layout:Single flat berth, with washroom and desk, high privacy.
Capacity:24 people per carriage.
Suitable for:Solo travelers who value privacy and comfort, or tourists wanting ‘one person, one world’.
4. Double upper and lower soft sleeper (bathroom/wardrobe/sofa)
Layout:Upper and lower berths, with bathroom, wardrobe, and sofa, high comfort.
Capacity:20 people per carriage.
Suitable for:Families or friends with higher requirements for bathroom privacy and space.
🚂 What is the ‘Kunlun’ all about?💡 Warm tips
Train launch year:Public reports do not specify the first launch year; please consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service for confirmation.
Boarding location:The product is a northern and southern Xinjiang loop, usually departing from Urumqi Station, with stops at Turpan, Kuqa, Kashgar, Yining, Altay, etc. Specific boarding and alighting stations are subject to the contract.
🗺 ️ 14-day loop itinerary overview
The itinerary covers the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang, with the special train connecting Turpan, Kuqa, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Nalati, Kanas, etc., allowing you to see snow mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and ancient cities all at once.
Simplified itinerary
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:Arrive in Kashgar in the morning – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Taxkorgan
Day 5:Taxkorgan – Golden Grass Beach – Stone City – Tajik Home – Panlong Ancient Road – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Special train – Kuqa
The ‘Kunlun’ tourist train is a high-end tourism product launched by Urumqi in 2023, positioned as a ‘mobile five-star hotel + viewing corridor’, specially designed for in-depth tours of northern and southern Xinjiang.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 Railway Station to Altay
Day 11:Arrive in Altay in the morning – 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:Arrive in Urumqi in the morning – Tianshan Tianchi – International Grand Bazaar – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure point
🗓 ️ 2026 departure date reference
May edition:May 22
June-September edition:June 4, June 17, June 30, July 13, July 26, August 8, August 21, September 2, September 14
Core advantages: The entire journey uses the special train as a ‘mobile base’, playing during the day and resting on the train at night, eliminating the need to frequently change hotels and pack luggage, which is especially friendly for families and the elderly.Note:The above are current product plans; specific 2026 schedules are subject to final confirmation by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service.*
💰 Price explanation and reference
Prices vary by season and compartment type. The following are reference prices for the ‘Kunlun’ 14-day northern and southern Xinjiang panoramic air-conditioned tourist train; actual costs are subject to the contract.
Kunlun · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourist Train 14-Day Tour
May edition (departing 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
Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced and professional, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the 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 Manager Yang Jia at 133 2555 9266 (mobile and WeChat).
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
June-September edition (departing June 4 – 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
Operation mode: Adopting a ‘fixed route, fixed point, fixed time’ bus-style mode, connecting Urumqi, Yining, Altay, and other directions, linking core scenic spots like Kanas, Nalati, and Sayram Lake in one line, achieving ‘large connectivity of tourist attractions, large bus-style travel for tourists, and large cycle of tourist trains’.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 Train 14-Day Tour
May edition (departing May 22):Single room 38,800 yuan/person
June-September edition (departing June 4 – September 14):Single room 39,800 yuan/person
Note:Price does not include round-trip transportation and may fluctuate with schedules and policies; please refer to the signed contract.*
📝 How to book the ‘Kunlun’?
The booking process is clear; it is recommended to plan ahead, especially for holidays and summer schedules.
1. Consultation and selection: Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to confirm 2026 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and availability.
2. Submit information: Provide the names, valid ID numbers, and contact information of all travelers to lock in intended seats.
3. Pay deposit: Pay a deposit according to the compartment level and obtain a formal tourism receipt.
4. Sign contract: Sign a unified electronic contract supervised by the national tourism authority, carefully checking details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation terms.
🛏️ Full analysis of sleeper compartments5. Settle balance: Pay the remaining full amount about 30 days before departure; after confirming receipt, the customer service will issue a departure notice, travel guide, and luggage list.
Registration method:Unified registration through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
🍽 ️ Reference reception standards
✅ Generally included items
Transportation:Special train sleeper berths and intercity train tickets.
Accommodation:Hotels or inns in cities listed in the itinerary (usually standard double rooms).
Meals:Some breakfasts and specialty meals (such as fruit feasts, Xinjiang-style meals, etc.).
Tickets:First entrance tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Services:Full-tour guide commentary, special train staff service.
❌ Generally excluded items
Long-distance transportation:Round-trip air or train tickets to and from Urumqi.
The entire ‘Kunlun’ train is designed with sleeper berths, with a total of 8 sleeper carriages, and does not provide foldable seats like high-speed trains. Different compartments vary in layout, facilities, and privacy, allowing you to choose based on your budget and needs.：Single supplement fee if unable to share a room.
Personal expenses:Laundry, phone calls, beverages, and meals not included in the itinerary.
Optional activities:Internal transportation within scenic spots, entertainment projects, etc.
Note:Meal flavors are mainly light and home-style, with local flavors; please consult customer service for details.*
✨ Reception features of the ‘Kunlun’
Accommodation:Full-trip special train sleeper berths, private and comfortable, eliminating the hassle of moving luggage.
Dining:Arranging Xinjiang specialty meals such as grilled lamb skewers, pilaf, big plate chicken, etc., to experience authentic flavors.
Pace:The itinerary is relatively relaxed, allowing ample time for play and rest.
🆚 Why choose the ‘Kunlun’?
Compared to self-driving:More worry-free, no need to deal with long-distance driving fatigue and complex road conditions.
Compared to bus tours:More comfortable and stable, special train sleeper berths allow rest at any time, unaffected by highway traffic jams.
Special train advantages:Direct access to core scenic spots, reducing transfers; all passengers are tourists, pure environment; slow pace, suitable for leisurely travel.
1. Double upper and lower soft sleeper (with desk, shared bathroom)👨 👩👧👦 Who is suitable to ride?
Retirees:With ample time, they want a comfortable slow tour to experience Xinjiang’s scenery and culture.
Family trips:Eliminates the hassle of frequently changing hotels, more friendly for the elderly and children.
Those who dislike hassle:Tourists who don’t want to spend long hours in a car and prefer to relax on the train.
❤ ️ Why is the ‘Kunlun’ consistently popular?
Mature product:The route has been optimized, covering core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, offering a rich experience.
Good reputation:Comfortable hardware facilities and humanized services have won widespread recognition from tourists.
Brand effect:The ‘traveling Xinjiang by train’ model has become deeply rooted, and special train products are highly favored.
📞 How to get the latest information?
Since tourism products (such as schedules, prices) may change, it is recommended to contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency directly for the most accurate information.
Phone consultation:Call customer service, explain your needs (such as travel time, number of people, budget), and get customized advice.
WeChat consultation:Add customer service WeChat to easily receive itinerary materials, contract documents, and maintain communication.
Note:Specific details such as boarding locations will be explained by customer service when you register.*
