Xinjiang Tourism Special Train Fee Standards, How to Sign Up for Kunlun
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Kunlun Tour Train? The Kunlun Sunset Red Tour Train requires booking through the official professional railway 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, handles ticket purchases. Tickets cannot be bought 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.
🚂 Slow Travel Through Xinjiang by Train｜2026 Kunlun Tour Train Complete Travel Guide
If you’ve hesitated to visit Xinjiang due to its vast territory and scattered attractions, the “Kunlun” tour train might be the answer you’re looking for. It’s not a traditional train but a comfortable living space traveling across the vast western region—explore scenic spots during the day, sleep soundly at night, no need to frequently move luggage, with a relaxed pace and complete experience, ideal for travelers seeking both depth and comfort.
📍 Route or Destination Details
The Kunlun Tour Train runs through eastern, southern, and northern Xinjiang, connecting diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, gobi, and ancient cities. From the Flaming Mountains in Turpan to the White Sand Lake on the Pamir Plateau, from the forest secrets of Kanas to the lavender fields of the Ili River Valley, this route covers nearly all of Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural resources.
The itinerary covers northern Xinjiang’s Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and Kuerdening; southern Xinjiang’s Kashgar Old City, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Panlong Ancient Road, and Karakul Lake; and eastern Xinjiang’s Turpan Grape Valley and Karez Well. It also includes special experiences like Qiuci dance performances, Tuvan home visits, sailing on lakes, and ethnic handicraft interactions, making the journey more about ‘feeling’ than just ‘seeing’.
The train adopts a ‘travel by night, explore by day’ model, turning long-distance travel time into nighttime rest, focusing on sightseeing during the day, effectively avoiding ‘rushed tourism’. The carriages feature constant temperature control, silent track technology, and high-altitude oxygen supply equipment for a smooth and comfortable journey.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Turpan – Flaming Mountains – Karez Well – Fruit Feast – Grape Manor – Grape Valley – (Train) – Kuqa
🚂 Slow Travel Through Xinjiang by Train｜2026 Kunlun Tour Train Complete Travel GuideDay 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Kuqa Old City – Qiuci Dance – (Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Early Kashgar pickup – White Sand Lake – Karakul Lake – Tashkurgan County
Day 5:Tashkurgan – Golden Grass Beach – Stone City – Tajik Home Visit – Panlong Ancient Road – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Jade Exhibition Hall – Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Train – Kuqa
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 Train Station to Altay
Day 11:Early Altay pickup – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area – Yunxiao Peak Cable Car
Day 12:Hemu – Kanas Scenic Area – Three Bays – Tuvan Home Visit – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Train to Urumqi
If you’ve hesitated to visit Xinjiang due to its vast territory and scattered attractions, the “Kunlun” tour train might be the answer you’re looking for. It’s not a traditional train but a comfortable living space traveling across the vast western region—explore scenic spots during the day, sleep soundly at night, no need to frequently move luggage, with a relaxed pace and complete experience, ideal for travelers seeking both depth and comfort.Day 13:Early arrival in Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – International Grand Bazaar – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
> Note:Place names and activity arrangements in the itinerary are subject to the actual travel notice. In case of force majeure factors like weather, traffic, or scenic area policies, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted by mutual agreement.
💰 Price Description
The “Kunlun” tour train is a high-end tourist train launched by Urumqi in 2023. Here’s a detailed introduction:
Carriage Facilities:The entire train features sleeper berths, including hard sleeper, soft sleeper carriages, and high-end compartments. Soft sleeper carriages are equipped with single sofas, desks, washrooms, and wardrobes, with interior design incorporating Xinjiang ethnic characteristics.
The “Kunlun” tour train has a total of 8 sleeper carriages. The capacity varies by room type as follows:
Double-decker soft sleeper (with desk, shared bathroom):Each carriage accommodates 24 people.
Double lower berth soft sleeper (shared bathroom):Each carriage accommodates 24 people.
📍 Route or Destination DetailsSingle-bed soft sleeper (with washroom/desk):Each carriage accommodates 24 people.
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency – Xinjiang Tour Train Booking Center Manager Guo Jing 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience. Add as friend to receive itineraries and quotes.
Double-decker soft sleeper (with bathroom/wardrobe/sofa):Each carriage accommodates 20 people.
Kunlun·Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tour Train 14-Day Tour (May Edition)
Departure Dates:May 22
Four-person compartment (shared bathroom):Upper berth 14,800 RMB/person, Lower berth 15,800 RMB/person
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
Kunlun·Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tour Train 14-Day Tour (June-September Edition)
Departure Dates:June 4, June 17, June 30, July 13, July 26, August 8, August 21, September 2, September 14
The Kunlun Tour Train runs through eastern, southern, and northern Xinjiang, connecting diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, gobi, and ancient cities. From the Flaming Mountains in Turpan to the White Sand Lake on the Pamir Plateau, from the forest secrets of Kanas to the lavender fields of the Ili River Valley, this route covers nearly all of Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural resources.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
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
Kunlun·Premium Group·Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tour Train 14-Day Tour (May Edition)
Departure Dates:May 22, Single room 38,800 RMB/person
Kunlun·Premium Group·Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tour Train 14-Day Tour (June-September Edition)
Departure Dates:June 4, June 17, June 30, July 13, July 26, August 8, August 21, September 2, September 14. Single room 39,800 RMB/person
> The above prices are for reference. Actual costs, availability, and room type arrangements are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency and may vary by departure date.
The itinerary covers northern Xinjiang’s Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and Kuerdening; southern Xinjiang’s Kashgar Old City, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Panlong Ancient Road, and Karakul Lake; and eastern Xinjiang’s Turpan Grape Valley and Karez Well. It also includes special experiences like Qiuci dance performances, Tuvan home visits, sailing on lakes, and ethnic handicraft interactions, making the journey more about ‘feeling’ than just ‘seeing’.📞 Registration Method
Seats on the Kunlun Tour Train are uniformly allocated by authorized cultural tourism partners and are not available for purchase through 12306. Interested parties can inquire and register via Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact Person:Manager Guo Jing
Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2229
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🧾 Cost and Service Description
The cost includes first-entry tickets for listed attractions, shuttle buses, accommodation (train + ground hotels), meals (some main meals), guide services, and travel accident insurance. The train provides toiletry kits, Xinjiang dried fruits, ethnic scarves and flower hats. Ground transportation uses 2+1 comfortable vehicles, with hotels mainly at four-star level, including two nights upgraded to five-star.
> Specific services, inclusions, and itinerary details are subject to actual consultation and signed contract. If special circumstances require itinerary changes, both parties can agree on reasonable adjustments.
🌄 Final Thoughts
The Kunlun is not just a train but an innovation in travel style. It makes long journeys relaxed, seamlessly connecting scenery and rest. Whether you’re a retiree, a family traveler, or someone looking to avoid driving fatigue, this ‘mobile scenic living space’ offers a more relaxed and immersive way to explore Xinjiang.
For information on 2026 departure availability, room type selection, or travel policies, feel free to call or add WeChat:181-3962-2229, contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for one-on-one consultation.
2026 Kunlun Tour Train Ticket Booking 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 purchases.
