Southern and Northern Xinjiang 13 Day Sunset Red Special Train Latest Travel Price Announcement

No need to drive or rush around. Take Xinjiang’s tourist special train to leisurely enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Various options from economy to luxury are available. Professionally operating Xinjiang train tours, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer service manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
🚂 Want to take your parents or yourself to slowly explore Xinjiang? A 13-day sunset red special train covering both northern and southern Xinjiang might be the ideal choice. This special train focuses on ‘traveling by night and sightseeing by day,’ allowing you to rest on the train and explore easily during the day, saving the hassle of frequently changing transportation and moving luggage, especially suitable for tourists who prefer a relaxed pace.
🗺 ️ Route Highlights and Destination Overview
This route connects the eastern, northern, and southern regions of Xinjiang, covering the typical landforms of the ‘Three Mountains and Two Basins.’ In one trip, you can enjoy diverse scenery including snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and ancient cities.
✨ Core Highlights of the Itinerary
Comfortable Experience:A single berth throughout the journey, with large luggage stored on the train without needing to move it. Air-conditioned special train travels by night and sightsees by day, saving travel time, suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends.
Panoramic Coverage:Visit the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip, covering famous attractions like Turpan, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Kashgar Ancient City, and Kuqa Grand Canyon.
Relaxed Pace:Arrange 1-2 core attractions daily to avoid a tight schedule, making the trip more relaxing.
📍 Overview of Main Destinations
Eastern Xinjiang (Turpan):Experience the heat of the Flaming Mountains, explore the coolness of the Karez Well, and appreciate ancient water conservancy wisdom.
Northern Xinjiang (Kanas/Hemu/Sayram Lake/Nalati):Enjoy the seasonal changes of Kanas Lake, stroll through the primitive villages of Hemu, immerse in the purity of Sayram Lake, and gallop across the aerial grasslands of Nalati.
Southern Xinjiang (Kashgar/Kuqa):Feel the Silk Road charm in Kashgar Ancient City and admire the majestic red sandstone landforms of Kuqa Grand Canyon.

🚂 Want to take your parents or yourself to slowly explore Xinjiang? A 13-day sunset red special train covering both northern and southern Xinjiang might be the ideal choice. This special train focuses on ‘traveling by night and sightseeing by day,’ allowing you to rest on the train and explore easily during the day, saving the hassle of frequently changing transportation and moving luggage, especially suitable for tourists who prefer a relaxed pace.🗓 ️ 13-Day Simplified Itinerary Reference
The following is an itinerary overview. Specific arrangements may be adjusted based on actual conditions; please refer to the departure notice and contract.
D1:Departure → Urumqi
Arrive in Urumqi on your own, check into the hotel, and rest up for the upcoming journey.
D2:Urumqi → Turpan → Kuqa (Train)
Visit the Flaming Mountains and Karez Well, experience local customs. Take the special train to Kuqa in the evening.
D3:Kuqa → Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon → Kashgar (Train)
Explore the grandeur of Kuqa Grand Canyon and experience the culture of the ancient city of Kucha. Take the special train to Kashgar in the evening.
D4:Kashgar →白沙湖 → Karakul Lake → Kashgar
Travel along the Pamir Plateau, enjoy the lake and mountain scenery of白沙湖 and Karakul Lake, and view Muztagh Ata in the distance.
D5:Kashgar City Tour → Korla (Train)

🗺️ Route Highlights and Destination OverviewStroll through Kashgar Ancient City and visit艾提尕尔. Take the special train to Korla in the afternoon.
D6:Korla → Lop Nur Village → Yining (Train)
Visit Lop Nur Village to learn about the ancient lifestyle on the edge of the desert. Take the special train to Yining in the evening.
D7:Yining → Nalati Scenic Area → Xinyuan County
Spend the whole day exploring the aerial grasslands of Nalati, enjoying the tapestry of valleys, forests, and grasslands.
D8:Xinyuan County → Lavender Garden → Sayram Lake → Shuanghe
Wander through the lavender flower sea (blooming around June-July), then head to Sayram Lake, known as the ‘last tear of the Atlantic.’
D9:Shuanghe →怪石峪 → Ancient Road Hot Spring → Beitun (Train)
Explore the unique landforms of怪石峪 and relax at the Ancient Road Hot Spring. Take the special train to Beitun in the evening.
D10:Beitun → Kanas → Burqin
Enter the Kanas Scenic Area, enjoy the lake and mountain views, and choose to take a boat or walk along the lakeside boardwalk based on your energy level.

This route connects the eastern, northern, and southern regions of Xinjiang, covering the typical landforms of the ‘Three Mountains and Two Basins.’ In one trip, you can enjoy diverse scenery including snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and ancient cities.D11:Burqin → Hemu → Beitun → Urumqi (Train)
Head to Hemu Village in the early morning to enjoy the Tuva village in the morning mist. Return to Beitun in the evening and take the special train back to Urumqi.
D12:Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Urumqi
Visit Tianshan Tianchi and experience the tranquility and grandeur of the alpine lake.
D13:Urumqi → Departure
End the pleasant journey according to the return transportation arrangements.
💰 2026 Reference Prices

Take a tourist special train to explore beautiful Xinjiang, with various options from economy to luxury. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer service manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
The following are reference price ranges for some departures and berths in 2026. Actual costs may vary due to berth type, service standards, and market conditions; please refer to the final contract.
📅 Reference Departure Dates
May 20
June 13
July 7 / July 31

✨ Core Highlights of the Itinerary August 24
September 17
🛏 ️ Berth Price Reference
6-person Hard Sleeper Compartment:Upper berth approximately 2980 yuan/person, middle berth approximately 3980 yuan/person, lower berth approximately 4580 yuan/person.
4-person Hard Sleeper Compartment:Upper berth approximately 3980 yuan/person, lower berth approximately 4580 yuan/person.
4-person Soft Sleeper Compartment:Upper berth approximately 4980 yuan/person, lower berth approximately 5580 yuan/person.
2-person Soft Sleeper Compartment:Flat berth approximately 19800 yuan/person.
💎 Reference for Different Service Levels
Economy Comfort Type:Usually includes special train sleeper, local comfortable hotels, some meals, and guide service.
Upgraded Luxury Type:Based on the comfort type, may upgrade some hotel standards (e.g., add higher-star hotels), improve meal standards (e.g., add specialty banquets), and may include more attraction tickets and shuttle buses.
📞 Registration and Consultation

Comfortable Experience: A single berth throughout the journey, with large luggage stored on the train without needing to move it. Air-conditioned special train travels by night and sightsees by day, saving travel time, suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends.You can consult and register for this route through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Consultation Phone:181-3962-2233
WeChat Consultation:181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get detailed itinerary and pricing)
Registration Process:
1. Contact customer service to confirm travel date, berth type, and service standard.
2. Provide personal information such as name and valid ID number for booking.
3. Pay a deposit and sign a national unified electronic travel contract.
4. Receive the departure notice and gather on time.
📝 Cost and Service Description
✅ Costs Usually Include
Transportation:Full-journey air-conditioned tourist special train sleeper ticket (travel by night, sightsee by day), and local tourist buses at destinations.

Panoramic Coverage: Visit the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip, covering famous attractions like Turpan, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Kashgar Ancient City, and Kuqa Grand Canyon.Accommodation:Hotels or characteristic accommodations listed in the itinerary (standards based on contract).
Meals:Some itineraries include breakfast and regular meals (standards based on contract).
Tickets:Some itineraries include first admission tickets and shuttle buses for attractions (whether included based on contract).
Service:Excellent Chinese-speaking guide service throughout the journey, and travel agency liability insurance.
⚠ ️ Costs Not Included and Notes
Personal Expenses:Such as additional consumption in hotels, meals and transportation during free time, etc.
：Single travelers: The travel agency will try to arrange room sharing; if not possible, a single room supplement is required.
Other:Attraction internal transportation and optional activities not explicitly included in the itinerary.
Force Majeure:In case of weather, road conditions, policies, or other force majeure factors, both parties can negotiate to change the itinerary.
🛡 ️ Warm Tips
Health and Safety:It is recommended to have a physical examination before travel to ensure good health for long-distance travel.
Sign a Formal Contract:Be sure to sign a national unified electronic travel contract with the travel agency to clarify rights and responsibilities.
Monitor Weather and Road Conditions:Xinjiang has a vast territory with significant climate changes; it is recommended to check the weather forecast in advance and prepare appropriate clothing.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist special trains, consult customer service manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).