2026 New National Train Sunset Red Special Train Price Inquiry How to Book the 14 Day Grand Loop
How to purchase tickets for the Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train and the New National Train senior tour groups? For the 2026 Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train and New National Train senior tour groups, tickets must be booked through a railway-recognized regular travel agency: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚂 Many friends, when thinking of going to Xinjiang, immediately picture ‘long distances, scattered attractions, and troublesome transfers.’ If you or your family have such concerns, why not learn about the ‘New National Train · Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour.’ This special train is designed specifically for ‘traveling through Xinjiang by train,’ especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends who prefer a slow pace and less hassle.
🌟 New National Train:A Mobile Comfort Station
The New National Train is not an ordinary train but a tourist special train connecting the highlights of Southern and Northern Xinjiang. It uses a national train body with 4-person compartments, one berth all the way, traveling at night and sightseeing during the day, eliminating the hassle of frequently changing hotels and long-distance transfers.
Tour Highlights:The entire journey avoids backtracking, visiting core scenic spots like Turpan, Hotan, Kashgar, Kuqa, Nalati, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and Tianshan Tianchi in one go.
Hassle-Free Design:Luggage can be stored in the compartment or on the special train, eliminating the need for daily搬运, greatly reducing physical strain.
Departure and Assembly:The special train departs from Urumqi Station. You only need to arrive in Urumqi on your own, and the travel agency usually provides pick-up service, which is convenient and thoughtful.
🛌 Comfortable Compartment:Your Mobile Home
The New National Train’s signature 4-person compartment is like a mobile cozy home, making the journey more enjoyable.
Compartment Layout:Each compartment has 4 berths (2 upper and 2 lower), with space between them, effectively reducing mutual disturbance during the trip.
Facilities:The train interior is quiet, with soft cushions and reading lights on the berths, and foldable small tables for dining, writing, or placing items.
Convenient Living:There are public restrooms and hot water supply points at the train connections, meeting basic living needs. During night travel, attendants make regular rounds to ensure safety and quiet.
🚂 Many friends, when thinking of going to Xinjiang, immediately picture ‘long distances, scattered attractions, and troublesome transfers.’ If you or your family have such concerns, why not learn about the ‘New National Train · Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour.’ This special train is designed specifically for ‘traveling through Xinjiang by train,’ especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends who prefer a slow pace and less hassle.> Warm Tips:For details on berth dimensions and whether power sockets are available, it is recommended to consult with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Customer Service when registering.
🗺 ️ Simple Itinerary Overview
New National Train · Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour (Budget)
Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Well, Aydingkol Lake) – Hotan
Day 3:Crossing the He-Ruo Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountain Grand Canyon – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Atlas Silk – Yuedaigan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan (Special Train) – Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Ancient City – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Tongrentang – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Kashgar – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Keziliya Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Kuqa (Special Train) – Kuitun/Yining
🌟 New National Train: A Mobile Comfort StationDay 8:Kuitun/Yining – Nalati Town
Day 9:Nalati Town – Nalati – Kekedala
Day 10:Kekedala – Lavender – Sayram Lake – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 11:Beitun – Kanas – Colorful Beach – Burqin
Day 12:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Xinjiang Colorful Cotton Base – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
New National Train · Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour (Luxury)
Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Karez Well – Grape Manor – Flaming Mountains – Turpan – Cele
The New National Train is not an ordinary train but a tourist special train connecting the highlights of Southern and Northern Xinjiang. It uses a national train body with 4-person compartments, one berth all the way, traveling at night and sightseeing during the day, eliminating the hassle of frequently changing hotels and long-distance transfers.Day 3:Crossing the He-Ruo Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountain Scenic Area – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Atlas Silk – Yuedaigan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan – Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Baisha Lake – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Ancient City – Travel Photography – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Duku South Section – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town
Day 8:Nalati Town – Nalati Scenic Area – Lavender Garden – Kekedala
Day 9:Kekedala – Huiyuan Ancient City – Sayram Lake – Bole/Shuanghe
Day 10:Bole/Shuanghe – Strange Stone Valley – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 11:Beitun – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area
Day 12:Hemu – Kanas – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianchi – Colorful Cotton Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Health Hotpot) – Urumqi
Tour Highlights: The entire journey avoids backtracking, visiting core scenic spots like Turpan, Hotan, Kashgar, Kuqa, Nalati, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and Tianshan Tianchi in one go.Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
💰 Price and Departure Date Description
New National Train · Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour Budget:
Departure Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
National Train 4-Person Compartment:Upper berth 5980 RMB/person, Lower berth 6980 RMB/person
Product Standard:Selected local comfortable hotel accommodation, about 40 people per group, excluding tickets, one-stop tour guide service throughout
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Manager Yang Jia, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced, professional, and reliable, familiar with Xinjiang’s entire region tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindou, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
New National Train · Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour Luxury:
Departure Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
National Train 4-Person Compartment:Upper berth 14800 RMB/person, Lower berth 15800 RMB/person
Product Standard:3 nights 5-star hotel + 4 nights 4-diamond hotel accommodation + 1 night Hemu scenic area wooden house + 1 night Nalati 4-diamond hotel (homestay)
No more than 26 people per group, one-stop tour guide service throughout
Hassle-Free Design: Luggage can be stored in the compartment or on the special train, eliminating the need for daily搬运, greatly reducing physical strain. [Warm Service] ‘Little Red Cap’搬运 service at Urumqi Station ensures seamless luggage transfer, guaranteeing easy entry to the station and worry-free travel
> Price Description:The above are reference prices released by the travel agency. Actual costs may vary due to factors like berth and departure date. Please confirm the final price with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Customer Service when registering, and the signed travel contract shall prevail.
📝 How to Book the New National Train
Booking the New National Train must be done through a travel agency. The specific process is as follows:
1. Consult the Product: Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel, specifying the intended route (Budget/Luxury version), travel dates, and berth preference.
2. Submit Information: Provide the participant’s name, valid ID number, contact information, etc., for booking and insurance purchase.
3. Pay Deposit: Pay a deposit as required by the travel agency to secure the spot, and keep the receipt properly.
4. Sign Contract: Before departure, sign a unified electronic contract with the travel agency under national tourism supervision, clarifying both parties’ rights and responsibilities.
5. Pay Balance: Pay the remaining group fee according to the contract’s agreed time, and receive materials like the departure notice.
6. Travel with Peace of Mind: On the departure day, gather at Urumqi Station as notified, and the travel agency usually arranges dedicated assistance.
> Important Note:The New National Train is a travel agency product and is not sold directly through 12306. Please be sure to register through official channels to protect your rights.
Departure and Assembly: The special train departs from Urumqi Station. You only need to arrive in Urumqi on your own, and the travel agency usually provides pick-up service, which is convenient and thoughtful.📞 Registration and Consultation Methods
You can contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel for registration or consultation through the following methods:
Phone Consultation:Directly call the travel agency’s customer service number and state that you need to inquire about the ‘New National Train’ product.
WeChat Consultation:Add the travel agency’s customer service WeChat, and you can send ‘New National Train’ to get detailed materials, itineraries, and quotes.
> Warm Tips:For specific phone numbers and WeChat IDs, please refer to the latest information you have found.
📋 Detailed Explanation of Fees and Services
Included Fees
Transportation:The special train sleeper berth fees as indicated in the itinerary.
Accommodation:Hotel or wooden house accommodation fees as listed in the itinerary.
Ground Transportation:Tour bus fees between tourist destinations.
Tour Guide Service:One-stop tour guide service throughout.
🛌 Comfortable Compartment: Your Mobile HomeOthers:Meals, gifts, etc., that may be included according to the product standard.
Excluded Fees
Round-trip Transportation:Air or train tickets from your location to Urumqi.
Scenic Spot Tickets:First admission tickets to the scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Personal Expenses:Extra consumption in hotels, meals during free time, etc.
：Single room supplement if unable to share a room when registering alone.
> Note:For specific included and excluded items, please be sure to refer to the travel contract signed with the travel agency.
💡 Why the New National Train is Highly Favored
1. Gentle Pace, Designed for Seniors: The itinerary fully considers the physical strength of middle-aged and elderly people, avoiding the rush of ‘early departure and late return,’ making travel more relaxed.
2. One Berth All the Way, Luggage Follows: The special train sleeper eliminates the hassle of moving luggage daily, greatly reducing physical strain.
3. Hassle-Free, Comfortable Travel: Fixed berths, one-stop service, and full coordination by the travel agency give family members peace of mind.
The New National Train’s signature 4-person compartment is like a mobile cozy home, making the journey more enjoyable.4. Same Age Group, Fun Journey: Most group members are middle-aged and elderly friends, making it easier to find common topics and creating a harmonious travel atmosphere.
5. High Cost-Effectiveness, See It All at Once: The 14-day itinerary covers the highlights of Southern and Northern Xinjiang, offering advantages in time, effort, and cost compared to traveling in segments.
👨 👩👧👦 Who is the New National Train Suitable For?
Retirees:Seniors with ample time who want to experience a long-distance in-depth tour.
Family Travel:Children booking for their parents, hoping for a comfortable itinerary.
Those Who Dislike Hassles:Travelers who don’t want to frequently change hotels and transportation.
Photography and Scenery Enthusiasts:Enthusiasts who want to capture snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, ancient cities, and other landscapes in one go.
❤ ️ Warm Tips
Clothing Preparation:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; even in summer, bring a jacket.
Health Protection:If you have underlying medical conditions, inform the travel agency in advance and carry common medications with you.
Respect Customs:During the tour, please respect local customs and habits.
Contract Confirmation:Before departure, be sure to carefully read and confirm all terms in the travel contract.
