Kunlun Tourist Train Booking Guide Price List Quotation Registration Method Fee Schedule Itinerary

How to buy tickets for the 2026 Kunlun Tour Train? The Kunlun Sunset Red Tour Train tickets must be purchased through the railway’s professional and regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Manager Guo Jing of the Kunlun Train Department, WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Note that this train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 Traveling through the Tianshan Mountains in a ‘moving home’ — 2026 Travel Guide for the Kunlun Tour Train
Xinjiang is vast with scattered attractions, making self-driving time-consuming, transfers cumbersome, and luggage handling frequent, often deterring tourists. To address this pain point, the ‘Kunlun’ tour train, launched by the Urumqi Railway Department in 2023, operates on a model of ‘departing in the evening, arriving in the morning, sleeping on the train, and sightseeing during the day,’ becoming a popular choice for in-depth Xinjiang tours in recent years. Entering the 2026 tourism season, this route continues to optimize services and itinerary pacing, covering core scenic areas in both northern and southern Xinjiang, balancing comfort and cultural experiences, especially suitable for travelers who want to reduce travel fatigue and focus on enjoying the scenery.
🌄 Route and Destination Highlights
The 14-day Kunlun loop line traverses the Tianshan Mountains, connecting diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, canyons, and ancient cities. The itinerary covers northern Xinjiang’s Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland, southern Xinjiang’s Kashgar Old City, Baisha Lake, Panlong Ancient Road, and Kuqa Grand Canyon, as well as the southern section of the Duku Highway and Pamir Plateau scenery.
Unlike traditional bus tours with hours of daily driving, the Kunlun train schedules long-distance travel at night, leaving daytime entirely for scenic visits, with a relaxed pace that avoids early starts and late returns. The train carriages blend modern comfort with regional aesthetics, with soft furnishings reflecting the cultural and artistic elements of various ethnic groups, creating a private and culturally rich mobile space. Ground transfers use 7-seat business vans, with no more than 5 people per vehicle, ensuring freedom for sightseeing and comfortable seating.
🗓 Simplified Itinerary (Presented strictly according to local facts)
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Turpan – Flaming Mountain – Karez Well – Fruit Feast – Grape Manor – Grape Valley – (Train) – Kuqa

🚂 Traveling through the Tianshan Mountains in a ‘moving home’ — 2026 Travel Guide for the Kunlun Tour TrainDay 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Kuqa Old City – Qiuci Dance – (Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Morning pick-up in Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Taxkorgan County
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 – Train – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Southern 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 Train Station to Altay

Xinjiang is vast with scattered attractions, making self-driving time-consuming, transfers cumbersome, and luggage handling frequent, often deterring tourists. To address this pain point, the ‘Kunlun’ tour train, launched by the Urumqi Railway Department in 2023, operates on a model of ‘departing in the evening, arriving in the morning, sleeping on the train, and sightseeing during the day,’ becoming a popular choice for in-depth Xinjiang tours in recent years. Entering the 2026 tourism season, this route continues to optimize services and itinerary pacing, covering core scenic areas in both northern and southern Xinjiang, balancing comfort and cultural experiences, especially suitable for travelers who want to reduce travel fatigue and focus on enjoying the scenery.Day 11:Morning pick-up in Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area – Yunjian 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
> Note: Some place names in the itinerary may contain typos (e.g., ‘Turpan’ should be ‘Turpan,’ ‘Flaming Mountain’ should be ‘Flaming Mountain’), and actual visiting spots are subject to the final notice from the travel agency. Due to uncontrollable factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area openings, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted by mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on finalized 2026 data)
The ‘Kunlun · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tour Train 14-Day Tour’ has multiple departures from May to September 2026, with prices varying by room type and travel month:
May Departures:May 22

🌄 Route and Destination HighlightsFour-person Compartment (Shared Bathroom):Upper berth: 14,800 RMB/person, Lower berth: 15,800 RMB/person

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Two-person Compartment (Shared Bathroom):Upper berth: 17,800 RMB/person, Lower berth: 18,800 RMB/person
Two-person Compartment (Flat Berth):Lower berth: 18,800 RMB/person
Two-person Compartment (Private Bathroom):Upper berth: 22,800 RMB/person, Lower berth: 23,800 RMB/person
Premium Single Room: 38,800 RMB/person
June-September Departures:June 4, June 17, June 30, July 13, July 26, August 8, August 21, September 2, September 14
Four-person Compartment (Shared Bathroom):Upper berth: 15,800 RMB/person, Lower berth: 16,800 RMB/person
Two-person Compartment (Shared Bathroom):Upper berth: 18,800 RMB/person, Lower berth: 19,800 RMB/person

The 14-day Kunlun loop line traverses the Tianshan Mountains, connecting diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, canyons, and ancient cities. The itinerary covers northern Xinjiang’s Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland, southern Xinjiang’s Kashgar Old City, Baisha Lake, Panlong Ancient Road, and Kuqa Grand Canyon, as well as the southern section of the Duku Highway and Pamir Plateau scenery.Two-person Compartment (Flat Berth):Lower berth: 19,800 RMB/person
Two-person Compartment (Private Bathroom):Upper berth: 23,800 RMB/person, Lower berth: 24,800 RMB/person
Premium Single Room: 39,800 RMB/person
> The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may vary slightly depending on departure, availability, and service configuration. The final price is subject to the signed travel contract.
📞 Registration Method
Interested travelers can register, select berths, and sign contracts through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📞 Contact Number:181-3962-2229
💬 WeChat (same as number):181-3962-2229

Unlike traditional bus tours with hours of daily driving, the Kunlun train schedules long-distance travel at night, leaving daytime entirely for scenic visits, with a relaxed pace that avoids early starts and late returns. The train carriages blend modern comfort with regional aesthetics, with soft furnishings reflecting the cultural and artistic elements of various ethnic groups, creating a private and culturally rich mobile space. Ground transfers use 7-seat business vans, with no more than 5 people per vehicle, ensuring freedom for sightseeing and comfortable seating.(Address information available upon request from customer service)
ℹ️ Cost and Service Explanation
Costs typically include:Full-trip train sleeper accommodation, ground transfer transportation, first admission tickets to listed attractions, special meals (e.g., fruit feast), guide service, and insurance. Excluded are personal expenses, some optional activities, and additional costs due to force majeure.
Regarding carriage configuration, the entire train has 8 sleeper carriages, offering four-person, two-person, and single-room options, with some compartments equipped with bathrooms, wardrobes, sofas, and viewing windows. Note:The entire train has no shower facilities but provides public wash areas.
> For specific service details, room type allocation, and cost breakdown, please refer to actual consultation and the signed contract. The itinerary may be reasonably optimized based on season, policy, or operational needs; it is recommended to communicate fully with the travel agency before departure.
📌 Warm Tips
The tour train mainly departs from Urumqi Station, with some departures allowing boarding at stations like Kashgar, Kuqa, and Yining; confirmation is required in advance.
Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; it is advisable to bring warm clothing. In high-altitude areas (e.g., Taxkorgan, Kanas), pay attention to wind and sun protection.
All itinerary arrangements comply with national laws and regulations, respect the cultural customs of various ethnic groups, and promote civilized tourism.
If you wish to leisurely explore the highlights of both northern and southern Xinjiang without the hassle of transfers, the Kunlun train may be the ideal choice. For more details, feel free to call or message via WeChat:181-3962-2229。
2026 Kunlun Tour Train Ticket Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Xinjiang Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase