Detailed Guide to Booking the Sunset Red Special Train Kunlun Number Traveling Across Northern and Southern Xinjiang
No need to drive or rush around. Take the Xinjiang tourist train to leisurely enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Choose from economy to luxury options. Professionally operating Xinjiang tourist 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).
🚂 Detailed explanation of the booking method for the Sunset Red special train:The Kunlun train explores northern and southern Xinjiang, perfect for a slow-paced in-depth tour.
For tourists who want to easily travel through Xinjiang without frequently moving luggage or rushing on long-distance buses, the ‘Kunlun’ tourist train offers a comfortable and efficient travel option. It is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends or those seeking a slow travel experience—visit key attractions during the day, sleep soundly on the stable train at night, and never need to pack large luggage throughout the trip, truly achieving ‘light travel and in-depth exploration’.
🌄 Detailed introduction to the route and destinations
The ‘Kunlun’ tourist train is a high-end tourist train launched by Urumqi in 2023, and has been operating stably for three years as of 2026. The route spans the core areas of northern and southern Xinjiang, connecting diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, ancient cities, and plateau wetlands.
The itinerary covers iconic attractions like the Flaming Mountains in Turpan, the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon in Kuqa, the Kashgar Old City, the白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) and Taxkorgan on the Pamir Plateau, the Nalati Sky Grassland, the lavender manor in the Ili River Valley, Sayram Lake, Hemu Village, and the Kanas Three Bays. Unlike the tight schedule of regular group tours, this route adopts a ‘travel by night, stop by day’ model, focusing on scenic visits during the day and moving the train at night, saving energy while ensuring continuity and comfort.
The interior soft furnishings of the carriages incorporate folk characteristics of various ethnic groups, and the entire train is equipped with an air conditioning system, creating a clean and cozy environment. The dining car offers a variety of Xinjiang-style meals and light, palatable regular dishes to meet different taste needs. The journey is accompanied by 24-hour crew and medical staff, ensuring reliable travel services.
🗓 ️ Simplified itinerary (presented strictly according to local facts)
Day 1:Departure point – Urumqi
🚂 Detailed explanation of the booking method for the Sunset Red special train: The Kunlun train explores northern and southern Xinjiang, perfect for a slow-paced in-depth tour.Day 2:Turpan – Flaming Mountains – Karez Well – Fruit Feast – Grape Manor – Grape Valley – (Special train) – Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Kuqa Old City – Qiuci Dance – (Special train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Early morning pick-up in Kashgar – White Sand Lake – Karakul Lake – Taxkorgan
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 – 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
For tourists who want to easily travel through Xinjiang without frequently moving luggage or rushing on long-distance buses, the ‘Kunlun’ tourist train offers a comfortable and efficient travel option. It is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends or those seeking a slow travel experience—visit key attractions during the day, sleep soundly on the stable train at night, and never need to pack large luggage throughout the trip, truly achieving ‘light travel and in-depth exploration’.Day 10:Yining/Kokdala – Sayram Lake Scenic Area – Sailing Experience – Jinghe Train Station to Altay
Day 11:Early morning pick-up in Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area – Yunque Peak Cable Car
Day 12:Hemu – Kanas Scenic Area – Three Bays – Tuva Home – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Train to Urumqi
Day 13:Early arrival in Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – International Grand Bazaar – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure point
> Note:In case of force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, scenic area opening policies, or railway scheduling, the itinerary may be reasonably modified by mutual agreement.
💰 Price explanation (based on local facts)
The 2026 tour dates and prices for the ‘Kunlun·Panoramic Southern and Northern Xinjiang Air-Conditioned Tourist Train 14-Day Tour’ are as follows:
🌄 Detailed introduction to the route and destinationsMay version tour 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
Take the tourist train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, choose from economy to luxury options. 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).
Premium group single room:38,800 RMB/person
June-September version 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
The ‘Kunlun’ tourist train is a high-end tourist train launched by Urumqi in 2023, and has been operating stably for three years as of 2026. The route spans the core areas of northern and southern Xinjiang, connecting diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, ancient cities, and plateau wetlands.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
Premium group single room:39,800 RMB/person
> The above prices are reference ranges. Specific costs may vary due to factors such as tour dates and room type availability. The final price is subject to the signed travel contract.
📞 Registration method
Interested parties can consult and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The agency provides full-process services including tour date inquiry, berth selection, and contract signing.
Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2233
The itinerary covers iconic attractions like the Flaming Mountains in Turpan, the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon in Kuqa, the Kashgar Old City, the白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) and Taxkorgan on the Pamir Plateau, the Nalati Sky Grassland, the lavender manor in the Ili River Valley, Sayram Lake, Hemu Village, and the Kanas Three Bays. Unlike the tight schedule of regular group tours, this route adopts a ‘travel by night, stop by day’ model, focusing on scenic visits during the day and moving the train at night, saving energy while ensuring continuity and comfort.Address information:Please contact customer service directly for the latest reception arrangements.
It is recommended to confirm availability and travel policies in advance to smoothly arrange the itinerary.
ℹ️ Cost and service explanation
Costs typically include:
✅ Full-trip special train sleeper accommodation (according to selected room type)
✅ First admission tickets to scenic spots
✅ Ground transportation transfers (from train stops to scenic spots)
✅ Meals (according to itinerary, including specialty and regular meals)
The interior soft furnishings of the carriages incorporate folk characteristics of various ethnic groups, and the entire train is equipped with an air conditioning system, creating a clean and cozy environment. The dining car offers a variety of Xinjiang-style meals and light, palatable regular dishes to meet different taste needs. The journey is accompanied by 24-hour crew and medical staff, ensuring reliable travel services.✅ Accompanying tour guide and crew services
✅ Basic medical insurance
Not included:Personal expenses, self-funded items not in the itinerary, and room difference adjustments for single occupancy (for solo registrants, the agency will try to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation).
> All service contents and cost details are subject to actual consultation results and the formally signed travel contract. Transportation, accommodation, and scenic area opening conditions involved in the itinerary may change due to actual circumstances, and reasonable modifications can be made by mutual agreement.
🧳 Warm tips
The special train is a railway-customized tourism product, not sold through the 12306 platform; seats are allocated by cooperative cultural and tourism institutions.
Large luggage can be stored in the carriage; it is recommended to bring a light daypack for daytime visits.
Xinjiang has a vast territory with large temperature differences between day and night; it is recommended to prepare windproof and warm clothing and sunscreen.
The itinerary has a relaxed pace, with daily sightseeing lasting about 4–6 hours, suitable for tourists who focus on experience rather than checking off spots.
If you long for a trip without complex planning, frequent hotel changes, and a complete experience of the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang, the ‘Kunlun’ might be the ideal choice. Call 181-3962-2233 or add the same WeChat number now to get detailed materials and reserve your preferred berth, starting your 2026 slow travel in Xinjiang!
For more details on Xinjiang tourist trains, consult customer service manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
