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No need to drive or travel back and forth, take the Xinjiang tourist train to slowly enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Various options from economy to luxury are available for you to choose from. Professionally operating Xinjiang tourist train tours, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🚂 Slowly tour Xinjiang by train:How to choose room types and check tour dates for the Kunlun train?
On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, the landscapes of southern and northern Xinjiang are vastly different and full of variety—southern Xinjiang features the red rock cliffs of the Flaming Mountains, the clear lakes of the Pamir Plateau, and the lively atmosphere of Kashgar Old City; northern Xinjiang gathers the green carpets of the Nalati Grassland, the blue mirror of Sayram Lake, and the misty forest villages of Hemu. To see all these highlights at once without frequent transfers and luggage moving, the ‘Kunlun’ tourist train is becoming an increasingly popular choice for travelers.
This high-end tourist train, created by China Railway Urumqi in 2023, adopts a ‘travel by day, sleep by night, one berth all the way’ model: explore scenic spots during the day, return to the familiar carriage to rest at night, with no need to move large luggage throughout the journey, truly achieving ‘the train moves with the scenery, people travel within a painting.’ The entire train has 8 air-conditioned sleeper carriages, blending modern living functions with Xinjiang regional aesthetics, with soft furnishings incorporating Adras patterns, wooden carvings, and other elements, creating a travel space that is both comfortable and culturally rich.
📍 Route or destination detailed introduction
The 14-day ‘Kunlun’ itinerary spans eastern, southern, and northern Xinjiang, covering the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang. From the Flaming Mountains and Karez in Turpan, to the Tianshan Grand Canyon and Kucha cultural relics in Kuqa; from the白沙湖 and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, to the sunset silhouettes of the Golden Grassland in Taxkorgan; then through the southern section of the Duku Highway across the Bayanbulak Grassland to the Nalati Sky Grassland; followed by entering the Ili River Valley to visit Sayram Lake, the ‘last tear of the Atlantic Ocean’; finally heading north to Altay to explore the morning mist of Hemu, the three bays of Kanas, and the colorful autumn hues of the Rainbow Beach (best viewing period from May to September).
🚂 Slowly tour Xinjiang by train: How to choose room types and check tour dates for the Kunlun train?The itinerary also includes fruit banquets, interactions with various ethnic cultures, strolls through lavender gardens, sailing experiences on Sayram Lake, and cable car rides to Hemu Cloud Peak, enhancing understanding of diverse cultures while respecting local customs. All activities are voluntary, and specific arrangements are subject to the guide’s instructions on the day of departure.
It should be noted that specific stops, scenic spot opening status, and transportation connections may be affected by weather, road conditions, railway scheduling, or local policies. In case of force majeure factors, the travel agency will negotiate with tourists to reasonably optimize and change the itinerary.
🗓 ️ Simplified itinerary (strictly according to the local finalized original text)
Day 1:Departure point – Urumqi
Day 2:Turpan – Flaming Mountains – Karez – Fruit Banquet – Grape Manor – Grape Valley – (Train) – Kuqa
On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, the landscapes of southern and northern Xinjiang are vastly different and full of variety—southern Xinjiang features the red rock cliffs of the Flaming Mountains, the clear lakes of the Pamir Plateau, and the lively atmosphere of Kashgar Old City; northern Xinjiang gathers the green carpets of the Nalati Grassland, the blue mirror of Sayram Lake, and the misty forest villages of Hemu. To see all these highlights at once without frequent transfers and luggage moving, the ‘Kunlun’ tourist train is becoming an increasingly popular choice for travelers.Day 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Kuqa Old City – Kucha Dance – (Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Early morning pick-up in Kashgar -白沙湖 – Karakul Lake – Taxkorgan
Day 5:Taxkorgan – Golden Grassland – 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 Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town/Xinyuan
Day 8:Nalati Sky Grassland – Gongliu
This high-end tourist train, created by China Railway Urumqi in 2023, adopts a ‘travel by day, sleep by night, one berth all the way’ model: explore scenic spots during the day, return to the familiar carriage to rest at night, with no need to move large luggage throughout the journey, truly achieving ‘the train moves with the scenery, people travel within a painting.’ The entire train has 8 air-conditioned sleeper carriages, blending modern living functions with Xinjiang regional aesthetics, with soft furnishings incorporating Adras patterns, wooden carvings, and other elements, creating a travel space that is both comfortable and culturally rich.Day 9:Kuerdening Grassland – Six Star Street – Huiyuan Ancient City – Lavender Garden – Yining/Kokdala
Day 10:Yining/Kokdala – Sayram Lake Scenic Area – Sailing Experience – Jinghe Railway Station to Altay
Day 11:Early morning pick-up in Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area – Cloud Peak Cable Car
Day 12:Hemu – Kanas Scenic Area – Three Bays – Tuva Home – Rainbow Beach – Beitun – Train to Urumqi
Take a tourist train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, various options from economy to luxury are available for you to choose from. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
Day 13:Early morning arrival in Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – International Grand Bazaar – Urumqi
📍 Route or destination detailed introductionDay 14:Urumqi – Departure point
💰 Price explanation (based on 2026 local finalized version)
The 2026 summer schedule (June-September version) for the ‘Kunlun · Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourist Train 14-Day Tour’ includes tour dates: June 4, June 17, June 30, July 13, July 26, August 8, August 21, September 2, September 14.
Reference prices are as follows (subject to the signed contract, prices may vary by schedule):
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’ itinerary spans eastern, southern, and northern Xinjiang, covering the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang. From the Flaming Mountains and Karez in Turpan, to the Tianshan Grand Canyon and Kucha cultural relics in Kuqa; from the白沙湖 and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, to the sunset silhouettes of the Golden Grassland in Taxkorgan; then through the southern section of the Duku Highway across the Bayanbulak Grassland to the Nalati Sky Grassland; followed by entering the Ili River Valley to visit Sayram Lake, the ‘last tear of the Atlantic Ocean’; finally heading north to Altay to explore the morning mist of Hemu, the three bays of Kanas, and the colorful autumn hues of the Rainbow Beach (best viewing period from May to September).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
Note:The above prices include full accommodation, transportation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, some meals, and guide service fees, but do not include personal expenses or unmarked self-funded items. Single travelers booking, our agency will try to arrange room sharing; special cases will be negotiated separately.
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The itinerary also includes fruit banquets, interactions with various ethnic cultures, strolls through lavender gardens, sailing experiences on Sayram Lake, and cable car rides to Hemu Cloud Peak, enhancing understanding of diverse cultures while respecting local customs. All activities are voluntary, and specific arrangements are subject to the guide’s instructions on the day of departure.You can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Customer service manager Zhang Jing phone/WeChat: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive detailed itinerary and train introduction for free). Landline: 0991-8866234. Specific availability, boarding points (mainly departing from Urumqi, with some schedules supporting connections in Kashgar, Kuqa, Beitun, etc.), and travel policies are subject to real-time confirmation by customer service.
ℹ️ Cost and service description
The ‘Kunlun’ train is fully equipped with air-conditioned sleeper carriages, some room types include a bathroom, desk, wardrobe, and single sofa, with public areas having washing areas (no shower facilities on the entire train). The itinerary pace is relaxed, with about 4-6 hours of sightseeing per day, balancing sightseeing and rest.
Cost includes:Train sleeper accommodation, first admission tickets to listed scenic spots, some meals (such as fruit banquets), local transportation connections, professional guide service, travel insurance, etc.
Cost does not include:Round-trip transportation from departure point to Urumqi, some free-time meals, personal expenses, additional costs for voluntary activities, etc.
Special note: Specific service content, room type allocation, scenic spot opening status, and itinerary details are subject to the signed travel contract and pre-departure notice. In case of force majeure factors such as weather, traffic, or policies, the travel agency will negotiate with tourists to make reasonable changes to the itinerary while protecting their rights.
Choosing the ‘Kunlun’ train is not about rushing through attractions, but about making the journey itself a scenic experience. Whether traveling with family or friends, this 14-day slow journey allows you to leisurely take in the diverse landscapes of the Tianshan Mountains from a moving ‘home.’
To learn more about Xinjiang tourist train details, contact customer service manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
