2026 New National Train Sunset Red Special Train Price Reference, Registration Conditions and Ticket Purchase Process
How to purchase tickets for the Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train and the New National Train senior tour groups? In 2026, tickets for the Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train and the New National Train senior tour groups must be booked through a regular travel agency recognized by the railway: the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, customer service manager Yang Jia’s WeChat ID: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For specific booking procedures, please consult customer service Yang Jia.
🚂 New National Train:Mobile ‘Xinjiang Home’
The Sunset Red Special Train is a popular choice for many middle-aged and elderly friends to fulfill their dreams of visiting Xinjiang. Unlike regular trains, it is a combination of ‘train + tourism product,’ where the travel agency uniformly purchases railway resources and packages them into a bundled product including transportation, accommodation, and tour guides. It cannot be purchased separately on 12306.
The ‘New National Train’ is precisely such a panoramic special train covering northern and southern Xinjiang, with its core features being:
📍 Route Design:Starting and ending at Urumqi, it connects the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang, such as Turpan, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Kashgar, etc., achieving ‘one trip, panoramic Xinjiang.’
🌙 Hassle-Free Travel:Adopting a ‘depart in the evening, arrive in the morning’ mode, traveling at night and sightseeing during the day. No need to change berths or trains throughout the journey, and large luggage can be stored on the train, greatly relieving physical strain.
👵 Senior-Friendly:The itinerary has a relaxed pace, with 1-2 core attractions arranged daily, avoiding the rush of ‘early departure and late return,’ making it very suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends aged 50-75.
🛏 ️ Comfortable Compartment, Your Mobile Bedroom
The New National Train uses a national train 4-person compartment, balancing cost-effectiveness and comfort.
📦 Compartment Specifications
Name:National Train 4-Person Compartment
Capacity:4 people (2 sets of upper and lower berths)
Total Area:Approximately 8–10㎡, more spacious than regular hard sleeper, accommodating four 24-inch suitcases.
🚂 New National Train: Mobile ‘Xinjiang Home’🛌 Berth Details
Upper Berth:Approximately 0.7m × 1.8m, with guardrails, suitable for resting, good privacy.
Lower Berth:Approximately 0.8m × 1.9m, convenient for sitting up and storing small luggage.
🚿 Onboard Facilities
Each carriage is equipped with public washrooms and toilets.
Reading lights, small tables, power sockets are available in the carriage, and some compartments have small curtains for privacy.
Air conditioning temperature is adjustable, ensuring comfortable temperatures year-round.
🗺 ️ Two Options, Two Experiences
The New National Train Northern and Southern Xinjiang 14-Day Tour offers ‘Affordable Enjoyment’ and ‘Luxury Enjoyment’ plans with slightly different itineraries. You can choose based on your budget and preferences.
1. New National Train Northern and Southern Xinjiang 14-Day Tour (Affordable Enjoyment)
🗓 ️ Tour Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
💰 Price:
The Sunset Red Special Train is a popular choice for many middle-aged and elderly friends to fulfill their dreams of visiting Xinjiang. Unlike regular trains, it is a combination of ‘train + tourism product,’ where the travel agency uniformly purchases railway resources and packages them into a bundled product including transportation, accommodation, and tour guides. It cannot be purchased separately on 12306.National Train 4-Person Compartment:Upper berth 5980 yuan/person, lower berth 6980 yuan/person
🏨 Accommodation:Selected local comfortable hotels
👥 Group Type:Approximately 40 people per group
📋 Service:Full-journey one-stop tour guide service
Simple Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure point – 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 – Tuancheng – 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
The ‘New National Train’ is precisely such a panoramic special train covering northern and southern Xinjiang, with its core features being:Day 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 point
2. New National Train Northern and Southern Xinjiang 14-Day Tour (Luxury Enjoyment)
🗓 ️ Tour Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
💰 Price:
National Train 4-Person Compartment:Upper berth 14800 yuan/person, lower berth 15800 yuan/person
🏨 Accommodation:3 nights 5-star hotel + 4 nights 4-diamond hotel + 1 night Hemu scenic area wooden house + 1 night Nalati 4-diamond hotel (homestay)
📍 Route Design: Starting and ending at Urumqi, it connects the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang, such as Turpan, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Kashgar, etc., achieving ‘one trip, panoramic Xinjiang.’👥 Group Type:No more than 26 people per group
📋 Service:Full-journey one-stop tour guide service
✨ Warm Services:‘Little Red Cap’ porter service at Urumqi Station for seamless luggage handling and easy boarding.
Simple Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure point – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Karez Well – Grape Manor – Flaming Mountains – Turpan – Cele
Day 3:Crossing the He-Ruo Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountain Scenic Area – Hotan
Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, familiar with Xinjiang-wide tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourism 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)
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Atlas Silk – Yotkan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan – Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Baisha Lake – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Ancient City – Photoshoot – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town
Day 8:Nalati Town – Nalati Scenic Area – Lavender Garden – Kokdala
🌙 Hassle-Free Travel: Adopting a ‘depart in the evening, arrive in the morning’ mode, traveling at night and sightseeing during the day. No need to change berths or trains throughout the journey, and large luggage can be stored on the train, greatly relieving physical strain.Day 9:Kokdala – 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
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure point
💰 Price Explanation
Affordable Enjoyment Version:National Train 4-Person Compartment upper berth 5980 yuan/person, lower berth 6980 yuan/person.
Luxury Enjoyment Version:National Train 4-Person Compartment upper berth 14800 yuan/person, lower berth 15800 yuan/person.
Exclusions:Scenic spot tickets not mentioned in the itinerary, personal expenses, and round-trip transportation to Urumqi.
> Warm Tips:The above are reference prices. Actual costs may vary due to factors such as tour dates, berths, and policies. Please refer to the contract signed with the travel agency.
📝 How to Book the New National Train
👵 Senior-Friendly: The itinerary has a relaxed pace, with 1-2 core attractions arranged daily, avoiding the rush of ‘early departure and late return,’ making it very suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends aged 50-75.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 Service to confirm travel dates, version (Affordable/Luxury Enjoyment), and berth requirements.
2. Submit Information: Provide the names, valid ID numbers, and contact numbers of all travelers for booking and insurance purposes.
3. Pay Deposit: Pay a deposit as instructed by customer service to secure seats and obtain a booking voucher.
4. Sign Contract: Sign a unified electronic contract on the National Tourism Regulatory Platform to clarify rights and responsibilities.
5. Pay Balance: Pay the remaining amount within the agreed time and note the assembly information on the departure notice.
> Important Note:The New National Train is a travel agency charter product. Be sure to book through regular channels and do not purchase tickets separately on platforms like 12306.
📞 Registration and Consultation
Registration Method:Can be registered through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Consultation Phone:For details and price verification, please call Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service directly.
WeChat Consultation:You can also add Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service WeChat for one-on-one consultation (note ‘New National Train Consultation’ when adding).
Company Address:Please consult customer service directly for the specific address to get the latest information.
🛏️ Comfortable Compartment, Your Mobile Bedroom📋 Fee and Service Explanation
✅ Inclusions
Transportation:New National Train compartment seat (Affordable/Luxury Enjoyment version).
Accommodation:Hotels or wooden houses listed in the itinerary.
Service:Full-journey one-stop tour guide service. Luxury Enjoyment version includes ‘Little Red Cap’ luggage porter service.
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance.
❌ Exclusions
Round-trip transportation costs to and from Urumqi.
Scenic spot tickets and shuttle buses not included in the itinerary.
Personal expenses (e.g., drinks, laundry, phone calls, etc.).
Additional costs due to force majeure factors.
> Note:For solo travelers, we will try to arrange room sharing. If not possible, a supplement is required. Specific inclusions and preferential policies are subject to actual consultation and contract.
The New National Train uses a national train 4-person compartment, balancing cost-effectiveness and comfort.👨 👩👧👦 Who is Suitable for the New National Train?
The New National Train is especially suitable for:
Retirees:With ample time, wishing to visit the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go.
Those with Limited Physical Strength:Prefer not to spend long hours on buses, wanting the ‘train to follow the traveler.’
Family Travelers:Can travel with children and grandchildren, enjoying family time.
Photography Enthusiasts:Convenient for ‘shoot wherever you go,’ not missing scenic views along the way.
✨ Why is the New National Train So Popular?
1. Relaxed Pace: The itinerary is well-balanced, avoiding rushed ‘herding’ style tours.
2. Hassle-Free: The special train solves the pain points of long-distance travel and frequent luggage moving.
3. Attentive Service: One-stop service with tour guides and staff throughout.
4. Good Social Atmosphere: Most group members are middle-aged and elderly, with similar topics for easy communication.
5. High Cost-Effectiveness: Compared to self-guided tours with flights and multiple transfers, overall costs are more controllable.
If you want to learn more details or customize an itinerary based on your budget and interests, feel free to call Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service or add their WeChat for consultation.
