2026 New National Train Sunset Red Special Train Price Multiple Departure Stations Booking

How to purchase tickets for the Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train and New National Train senior tour groups? In 2026, tickets for the Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train and New National Train senior tour groups must be booked through a railway-certified regular travel agency: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia WeChat ID: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🌄 Slow Travel Xinjiang, Special Train Carrying Dreams — Detailed Explanation of the New National Train Southern and Northern Xinjiang 14-Day Sunset Red Tour
On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, railway tourism is becoming an increasingly preferred travel method for many middle-aged and elderly friends. In 2026, the ‘New National Train’ Southern and Northern Xinjiang air-conditioned tourism special train, with its unique rhythm of ‘the train moves with people, the scenery shifts with the train,’ offers silver-haired groups a relaxed, comfortable, and in-depth travel experience. No need to frequently move luggage; visit key attractions during the day and sleep soundly in sleeper carriages at night, truly achieving ‘lying down to see the scenery.’
🚂 Overview and Route Features of the Special Train
The ‘New National Train’ is a customized tourism special train supported and operated by China Railway Urumqi, with both the starting and ending points at Urumqi Station. Tourists need to arrive at Urumqi on their own to gather, and after the trip ends, they disband at the same location. The train features a fully air-conditioned formation, equipped with dedicated berths, with one berth for the entire journey. Large luggage can be stored on the train, greatly reducing travel burden.
The route spans across the Tianshan Mountains, connecting core scenic areas in southern and northern Xinjiang such as Turpan, Hotan, Kashgar, Kuqa, Nalati, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Hemu, covering snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, canyons, and cultural neighborhoods. The 14-day itinerary covers Xinjiang’s diverse landforms and cultural landscapes. The pace is relaxed, with a loose daily attraction schedule, avoiding ‘rushed’ tourism, making it especially suitable for retirees, those with limited mobility, or tourists not suited for long car rides.
Compared to other travel methods, the ‘New National Train’ has clear advantages:
✅ Night travel, daytime sightseeing, saving about 50 hours of transit time;
✅ No berth changes throughout the journey, no moving large luggage, saving effort and worry;
✅ Travel companions are of similar age, creating a harmonious atmosphere and easy socializing;

🌄 Slow Travel Xinjiang, Special Train Carrying Dreams — Detailed Explanation of the New National Train Southern and Northern Xinjiang 14-Day Sunset Red Tour✅ Equipped with one-stop tour guide service, with detailed explanations and a pace suitable for seniors;
✅ Meals focus on light and nutritious options, accommodating various ethnic dietary habits.
🛏 ️ Detailed Compartment Configuration (Based on Public Information)
The ‘New National Train’ uses national train standard carriages, mainly featuring 4-person hard sleeper compartments. Specific configuration is as follows:
Compartment Name:National Train 4-Person Hard Sleeper Compartment
Capacity:4 people per room (2 upper and 2 lower berths)
Compartment Area:Approximately 7.2 square meters (referencing similar tourism special train standards)
Facilities:Compartment door, reading light, charging socket, storage space; public restrooms and washing areas at both ends of the carriage
Note:No bathroom in the compartment, but public areas of the carriage are well-maintained with daily cleaning. Specific facility details are subject to actual boarding.

On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, railway tourism is becoming an increasingly preferred travel method for many middle-aged and elderly friends. In 2026, the ‘New National Train’ Southern and Northern Xinjiang air-conditioned tourism special train, with its unique rhythm of ‘the train moves with people, the scenery shifts with the train,’ offers silver-haired groups a relaxed, comfortable, and in-depth travel experience. No need to frequently move luggage; visit key attractions during the day and sleep soundly in sleeper carriages at night, truly achieving ‘lying down to see the scenery.’🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Strictly Based on Local Final Draft)
New National Train • Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour (Enjoyable) Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Well, Ayding Lake) – Hotan
Day 3:Crossing the He-Ruo Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountain Grand Canyon – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Round City – Atlas Silk – Yotkan 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

🚂 Overview and Route Features of the Special TrainDay 8:Kuitun/Yining – Nalati Town
Day 9:Nalati Town – Nalati – Kokdala
Day 10:Kokdala – 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

The ‘New National Train’ is a customized tourism special train supported and operated by China Railway Urumqi, with both the starting and ending points at Urumqi Station. Tourists need to arrive at Urumqi on their own to gather, and after the trip ends, they disband at the same location. The train features a fully air-conditioned formation, equipped with dedicated berths, with one berth for the entire journey. Large luggage can be stored on the train, greatly reducing travel burden.Day 2:Urumqi – Karez Well – Grape Manor – Flaming Mountains – Turpan – Cele
Day 3:Crossing the He-Ruo Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountain Scenic Area – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Round City – Atlas Silk – Yotkan 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

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 the New Orient 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 to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Day 8:Nalati Town – Nalati Scenic Area – Lavender Garden – Kokdala
Day 9:Kokdala – Huiyuan Ancient City – Sayram Lake – Bole/Shuanghe
Day 10:Bole/Shuanghe – Strange Stone Valley – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Jinghe – Beitun

The route spans across the Tianshan Mountains, connecting core scenic areas in southern and northern Xinjiang such as Turpan, Hotan, Kashgar, Kuqa, Nalati, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Hemu, covering snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, canyons, and cultural neighborhoods. The 14-day itinerary covers Xinjiang’s diverse landforms and cultural landscapes. The pace is relaxed, with a loose daily attraction schedule, avoiding ‘rushed’ tourism, making it especially suitable for retirees, those with limited mobility, or tourists not suited for long car rides.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
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
> Note:Scenic area openings and road conditions (e.g., Duku Highway) in the itinerary will be reasonably adjusted by the travel agency in consultation with tourists based on local policies in 2026.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on Local Final Draft)
New National Train • Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour Enjoyable:
Tour 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

Compared to other travel methods, the ‘New National Train’ has clear advantages:Product Standards:Selected comfortable local hotel accommodation, about 40 people per group, excluding tickets, one-stop tour guide service throughout
New National Train • Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour Luxury:
Tour 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 Standards:3 nights 5-star hotel + 4 nights 4-diamond hotel + 1 night Hemu scenic area wooden house + 1 night Nalati 4-diamond hotel (homestay), no more than 26 people per group
> All prices and service content are subject to the signed tourism contract and may fluctuate due to factors such as tour dates and resource allocation. Please confirm with actual consultation.
📝 Booking Process
To book the ‘New National Train’ special train, please follow these steps:
1. Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel customer service;

✅ Night travel, daytime sightseeing, saving about 50 hours of transit time;2. Consult with booking manager Yang Jia about specific tour date availability and berth status;
3. Confirm the itinerary, price, and departure date;
4. Provide registration information and sign the tourism contract;
5. Pay the fee as agreed and receive the tour confirmation notice.
📞 Registration Method
You can register for this special train through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel. It is recommended to consult in advance to understand the detailed itinerary and berth arrangements.
📋 Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions:
Full-journey special train berth (one berth for the entire journey)

✅ No berth changes throughout the journey, no moving large luggage, saving effort and worry; Hotel accommodation as listed in the product standards
One-stop tour guide service throughout
‘Little Red Cap’ luggage handling service at Urumqi Station
Exclusions:
Round-trip transportation to Urumqi (air/train tickets)
Scenic area entrance fees and shuttle bus costs
Personal expenses and voluntary self-funded items
> Note:Specific inclusions and exclusions are subject to actual consultation and contract. For solo travelers, we will try to arrange shared accommodation; special cases require separate negotiation.
❤ ️ Why is the ‘New National Train’ Consistently Popular?
Since its launch, the ‘New National Train’ has become an ideal choice for middle-aged and elderly tourists to slowly travel Xinjiang, thanks to its senior-friendly design, relaxed pace, attentive service, and high compatibility among travel companions. It not only solves the transportation challenges posed by Xinjiang’s vast territory but also, through the ‘mobile hotel’ model, returns travel to relaxation and enjoyment. Coupled with the ‘Little Red Cap’ seamless luggage service provided by Urumqi Station, it ensures worry-free travel from entry.
For more details, please consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel customer service. Contactable via WeChat or phone. Address information can be obtained directly from customer service.