Urumqi Round Trip Sunset Red Special Train Kunlun Tour of 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 receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🚂 Urumqi round trip · Silver-haired special train ‘Kunlun’ tour of northern and southern Xinjiang:14-day slow panoramic journey
In the fast-paced travel era, more and more people are longing for a ‘slow down’ deep experience—no need to frequently move luggage, no anxiety about long-distance transfers, focus on sightseeing during the day, and sleep soundly at night. In 2026, the ‘Kunlun’ tourist train is exactly such a mobile living space spanning the Tianshan Mountains, starting and ending in Urumqi, connecting the core attractions of Eastern, Southern, and Northern Xinjiang, allowing tourists to leisurely explore Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and ancient cities in 14 days.
🌄 Detailed route and destination introduction
The ‘Kunlun’ is a high-end tourist train launched by China Railway Urumqi in 2023, with continuous service and facility optimization in 2026, focusing on the comfortable mode of ‘travel by day, sleep by night, one berth all the way’. The train covers the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang:
Eastern Xinjiang section:Turpan’s Flaming Mountain red rocks, Karez underground irrigation system, Grape Valley shade, showcasing the wisdom of oasis civilization;
Southern Xinjiang section:The alley textures of Kashgar Old City, the clear reflections of白沙湖 and Karakul Lake, the plateau scenery of Taxian’s Golden Grass Beach and Panlong Ancient Road, outlining the majestic contours of the Pamir Plateau;
Southern section of Duku Highway:Crossing the Tianshan hinterland, connecting Kuqa and Bayanbulak, with steep canyons and vast grasslands along the way;
Northern Xinjiang section:Nalati Sky Grassland, Kuerdening Primeval Forest, Sayram Lake ‘the last tear of the Atlantic’, Kanas Three Bays and Hemu Morning Mist, presenting an ecological picture of alpine lakes and forest pastures;

🚂 Urumqi round trip · Silver-haired special train ‘Kunlun’ tour of northern and southern Xinjiang: 14-day slow panoramic journeyFinal stop:Tianshan Tianchi’s clear water reflecting snow peaks, International Grand Bazaar gathering diverse cultural atmosphere.
The entire route covers various landforms such as Gobi, desert edges, oases, alpine lakes, river valley grasslands, and snow peaks, truly achieving ‘one train to see all of northern and southern Xinjiang’.
🗓 ️ Simplified itinerary (based on the original local finalized text)
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Turpan – Flaming Mountain – Karez – 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 Kashgar pickup -白沙湖 – Karakul Lake – Taxian
Day 5:Taxian – Golden Grass Beach – Stone City – Tajik Home – Panlong Ancient Road – Kashgar

In the fast-paced travel era, more and more people are longing for a ‘slow down’ deep experience—no need to frequently move luggage, no anxiety about long-distance transfers, focus on sightseeing during the day, and sleep soundly at night. In 2026, the ‘Kunlun’ tourist train is exactly such a mobile living space spanning the Tianshan Mountains, starting and ending in Urumqi, connecting the core attractions of Eastern, Southern, and Northern Xinjiang, allowing tourists to leisurely explore Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and ancient cities in 14 days.Day 6:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Special train – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Southern section of Duku – 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 – Tuva Home – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Train to Urumqi
Day 13:Early arrival in Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – International Grand Bazaar – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure

🌄 Detailed route and destination introduction> Note:All place names in the itinerary use standard Chinese expressions. Actual arrangements may change due to weather, road conditions, scenic area opening policies, or railway scheduling. Reasonable adjustments can be made upon mutual agreement.
💰 Price explanation (based on the original local finalized text)
The ‘Kunlun’ tourist train is a high-end tourist train launched by Urumqi in 2023. Here is a detailed introduction:
Carriage facilities:The entire train is designed with 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 folk characteristics.
The ‘Kunlun’ tourist train has a total of 8 sleeper carriages. The capacity varies by room type as follows:

Take the tourist train to tour 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 receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
Double upper-lower soft sleeper (with desk, shared bathroom):Each carriage accommodates 24 people.
Double lower berth soft sleeper (shared bathroom):24 people per carriage.
Single flat berth soft sleeper (washroom/desk):24 people per carriage.

The ‘Kunlun’ is a high-end tourist train launched by China Railway Urumqi in 2023, with continuous service and facility optimization in 2026, focusing on the comfortable mode of ‘travel by day, sleep by night, one berth all the way’. The train covers the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang:Double upper-lower soft sleeper (bathroom/wardrobe/sofa):20 people per carriage.
Price:
Kunlun · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourist Train 14-Day Tour (May version) Departure dates:May 22
Four-person compartment (shared bathroom):Upper berth 14,800 yuan/person, lower berth 15,800 yuan/person
Two-person compartment (shared bathroom):Upper berth 17,800 yuan/person, lower berth 18,800 yuan/person
Two-person compartment (flat berth):Lower berth 18,800 yuan/person
Two-person compartment (private bathroom):Upper berth 22,800 yuan/person, lower berth 23,800 yuan/person
Kunlun · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourist Train 14-Day Tour (June-September version)
Departure dates:June 4, June 17, June 30, July 13, July 26, August 8, August 21, September 2, September 14

Eastern Xinjiang section: Turpan’s Flaming Mountain red rocks, Karez underground irrigation system, Grape Valley shade, showcasing the wisdom of oasis civilization;Four-person compartment (shared bathroom):Upper berth 15,800 yuan/person, lower berth 16,800 yuan/person
Two-person compartment (shared bathroom):Upper berth 18,800 yuan/person, lower berth 19,800 yuan/person
Two-person compartment (flat berth):Lower berth 19,800 yuan/person
Two-person compartment (private bathroom):Upper berth 23,800 yuan/person, lower berth 24,800 yuan/person
Kunlun · Premium Group · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourist Train 14-Day Tour (May version) Departure dates:May 22, single room 38,800 yuan/person
Kunlun · Premium Group · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourist Train 14-Day Tour (June-September version)
Departure dates:June 4, June 17, June 30, July 13, July 26, August 8, August 21, September 2, September 14. Single room 39,800 yuan/person
> The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may vary due to factors like departure dates and room availability. The final price is subject to the signed travel contract.

Southern Xinjiang section: The alley textures of Kashgar Old City, the clear reflections of白沙湖 and Karakul Lake, the plateau scenery of Taxian’s Golden Grass Beach and Panlong Ancient Road, outlining the majestic contours of the Pamir Plateau;📞 Registration method
This route can be consulted and booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The agency has a license from the national cultural and tourism department, has long been engaged in local reception services in Xinjiang, and provides formal electronic contracts and transparent consumption guarantees.
📞 Phone:181-3962-2233
💬 WeChat:181-3962-2233
📍 Address information can be obtained directly from customer service.
ℹ️ Fee and service explanation
The fee includes round-trip special train berths, first admission tickets for listed attractions, local transportation connections, special meals (e.g., fruit feast), guide service, and basic insurance. It does not include personal expenses, (for single bookings, we will try to arrange room sharing, special cases need separate negotiation), self-funded items within scenic areas, and unspecified fees.
The train is equipped with 24-hour hot water, USB charging ports, desks, wardrobes, and other facilities. Some room types have bathrooms and sofas, with interior design incorporating ethnic art elements, balancing comfort and cultural atmosphere. Daily sightseeing time is about 4-6 hours, with a relaxed pace, suitable for middle-aged, elderly, and family groups.
> For specific service content, room allocation, meal standards, etc., please refer to the actual consultation and signed contract. The opening status of scenic areas and transportation arrangements in the itinerary will be implemented based on the actual situation in the 2026 season.
This 14-day journey is not just a geographical crossing but also a physical and mental slow settling. From the heat of Flaming Mountain to the coolness of Kanas, from the height of Pamir to the tranquility of Sayram Lake, the ‘Kunlun’ allows the beauty of Xinjiang to unfold slowly amidst the steady sound of wheels.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist trains, consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)