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🚂 2026 Kunlun 14-Day Tour｜Slow Travel Through Northern and Southern Xinjiang, Scenery Framed in Your Window
On the vast land of Xinjiang, travel is often defined by ‘distance’—hundreds of kilometers of driving, the fatigue of frequent hotel changes, the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage… But the newly upgraded ‘Kunlun’ special train in 2026 is trying to reinterpret the possibility of in-depth Xinjiang travel in a more relaxed way. It’s not a fast-paced check-in of attractions, but a rhythm of ‘departing in the evening and arriving in the morning,’ making the journey itself part of the scenery.
🌄 Route and Destinations:A mobile journey traversing the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains
The ‘Kunlun’ special train was launched by Urumqi in 2023, with continued service and route optimization in 2026. It features an alternating accommodation model of ‘air-conditioned soft sleeper + ground hotels,’ covering the snowy mountains and lakes of Northern Xinjiang and the ancient cities of the plateau in Southern Xinjiang. The train departs from Urumqi, running a loop through Turpan, Kuqa, Kashgar, Tashkurgan, Nalati, Ili, Altay, and other places, connecting Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes into a coherent route.
Unlike traditional bus tours, the ‘Kunlun’ uses a combination of railway and short-distance shuttle buses. During the day, you visit the best scenic spots, and at night, you sleep soundly on the smooth train, effectively avoiding long-distance desert drives of over 500 kilometers in a single day. Outside the window, the Tianshan snow peaks, Pamir Plateau, Ili River Valley, and Junggar Basin pass by, each leg a flowing painting. The itinerary includes natural wonders like Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, and Sayram Lake, as well as historical districts like Kashgar Old City, Restan Street, and Huiyuan Ancient City. It also arranges cultural experiences such as Tuvan home visits and Qiuci dance performances, aiming to present Xinjiang’s rich diversity from multiple dimensions.
🗓 Simplified Itinerary (Based on the original finalized text)
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Turpan – Flaming Mountain – Karez Well – Fruit Feast – Grape Manor – Grape Valley – (Special Train) – Kuqa

🚂 2026 Kunlun 14-Day Tour｜Slow Travel Through Northern and Southern Xinjiang, Scenery Framed in Your WindowDay 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Kuqa Old City – Qiuci Dance – (Special Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Morning arrival in Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Tashkurgan
Day 5:Tashkurgan – Golden Grassland – Stone City – Tajik Home Visit – Panlong Ancient Road – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Special 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

On the vast land of Xinjiang, travel is often defined by ‘distance’—hundreds of kilometers of driving, the fatigue of frequent hotel changes, the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage… But the newly upgraded ‘Kunlun’ special train in 2026 is trying to reinterpret the possibility of in-depth Xinjiang travel in a more relaxed way. It’s not a fast-paced check-in of attractions, but a rhythm of ‘departing in the evening and arriving in the morning,’ making the journey itself part of the scenery.Day 11:Morning arrival in Altay – 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
Day 13:Morning arrival in Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – International Grand Bazaar – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
> Note:The sequence of the itinerary, station names, and activity content are strictly presented according to the finalized original text. In actual implementation, if there are changes due to weather, traffic, or scenic area policies, both parties can negotiate reasonable optimizations to the itinerary.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on the original finalized text)
Kunlun·Panoramic Air-Conditioned Special Train Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang 14-Day Tour (May Edition)
Tour Dates:May 22

For more details on Xinjiang special train tours, please consult customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🌄 Route and Destinations: A mobile journey traversing the north and south of the Tianshan MountainsFour-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·Panoramic Air-Conditioned Special Train Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang 14-Day Tour (June-September Edition)
Tour Dates: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 ‘Kunlun’ special train was launched by Urumqi in 2023, with continued service and route optimization in 2026. It features an alternating accommodation model of ‘air-conditioned soft sleeper + ground hotels,’ covering the snowy mountains and lakes of Northern Xinjiang and the ancient cities of the plateau in Southern Xinjiang. The train departs from Urumqi, running a loop through Turpan, Kuqa, Kashgar, Tashkurgan, Nalati, Ili, Altay, and other places, connecting Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes into a coherent route.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·Panoramic Air-Conditioned Special Train Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang 14-Day Tour
May 22 Departure:Single room 38,800 RMB/person
June-September Departures (including September 14):Single room 39,800 RMB/person
> The above prices are reference ranges. For specific costs, availability, and room type matching, please refer to the signed travel contract. Prices may fluctuate due to factors such as departure dates and berth supply and demand. It is recommended to confirm in advance.
📞 Registration Method
You can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.

Unlike traditional bus tours, the ‘Kunlun’ uses a combination of railway and short-distance shuttle buses. During the day, you visit the best scenic spots, and at night, you sleep soundly on the smooth train, effectively avoiding long-distance desert drives of over 500 kilometers in a single day. Outside the window, the Tianshan snow peaks, Pamir Plateau, Ili River Valley, and Junggar Basin pass by, each leg a flowing painting. The itinerary includes natural wonders like Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, and Sayram Lake, as well as historical districts like Kashgar Old City, Restan Street, and Huiyuan Ancient City. It also arranges cultural experiences such as Tuvan home visits and Qiuci dance performances, aiming to present Xinjiang’s rich diversity from multiple dimensions.📞 Contact Number:181-3962-2233
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For solo travelers, the travel agency will try its best to arrange room sharing. If sharing cannot be arranged due to special circumstances, related matters can be negotiated separately, and no mandatory fees will be charged.
🧳 Cost and Service Description
Costs usually include: full transportation (special train + local vehicle), accommodation (special train soft sleeper + ground hotels), first admission tickets to scenic spots, special meals (such as fruit feast, cold-water fish feast, etc.), some experience activities (such as Sayram Lake sailing, Yunxiao Peak cable car), and guide service. They do not include personal expenses, voluntary self-funded items, or additional costs due to force majeure.
In terms of service, the special train is equipped with dedicated attendants, providing basic emergency medicine and hot water supply; Urumqi offers free 24-hour pick-up service from the station/airport. The carriages have washing areas or shared bathrooms, and some room types are equipped with sofas, desks, and wardrobes, with interior design incorporating regional elements, balancing comfort and cultural atmosphere.
> For specific service content, meal standards, hotel standards, and complimentary items, please refer to the actual consultation and contract. The opening status of scenic spots and transportation transfer times involved in the itinerary may be affected by seasons or temporary policies, and both parties can negotiate changes based on the actual situation.
This 14-day journey is not just about seeing the scenery, but about exchanging pace for experience—in the moving ‘land palace,’ slowly turning the vastness of Xinjiang into your own story.
For more details on Xinjiang special train tours, please consult customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)