Xinjiang Kunlun Tourism Train Schedule, Fares, Room Types, and Booking Guide
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Kunlun Special Train Ticket Center: 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route info)
🚂 How to book tickets for the 2026 Xinjiang Kunlun Special Train? A new slow travel experience across northern and southern Xinjiang
Want to travel from the Flaming Mountains to Kanas Lake, from the Taxkorgan Plateau to the shores of Sayram Lake in 14 days, without moving luggage, changing hotels, traveling by night and sightseeing by day? In 2026, the ‘Kunlun’ special train is redefining a full tour of Xinjiang with comfort, depth, and a relaxed pace. This high-end air-conditioned special train, launched by Urumqi in 2023, doesn’t emphasize hardware upgrades but covers the highlights of both northern and southern Xinjiang, making it an ideal choice for medium-to-long-distance slow travel.
🌄 Route Highlights:More than just sightseeing—an immersive experience
The ‘Kunlun’ is not an ordinary train but a mobile hotel customized for tourism. It features 8 sleeper cars with Xinjiang-inspired soft furnishings, equipped with desks, sofas, and wash areas (depending on room type), and some compartments have专属 wardrobes and private spaces. Attendants provide 24/7 service, with a full stock of emergency medicines, ensuring a safe and worry-free journey.
The itinerary spans the Tianshan Mountains, covering diverse landscapes like the Turpan Basin, ancient cities of southern Xinjiang, the Pamir Plateau, the Ili River Valley, and the Altay wilderness. Beyond classic scenic spots, it includes special activities like fruit banquets, Kucha dance performances, visits to ethnic homes, and sailing experiences, making the trip more than just ‘checking in’—it’s about experiencing local customs and natural rhythms.
Notably, the train operates on a ‘travel by night, sightsee by day, one berth throughout’ model—sightseeing during the day, resting in your专属 berth at night, with no need to pack luggage daily, greatly reducing the burden of long-distance travel.
📅 Simplified Itinerary (Presented strictly according to local factual text)
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
🚂 How to book tickets for the 2026 Xinjiang Kunlun Special Train? A new slow travel experience across northern and southern XinjiangDay 2:Turpan – Flaming Mountain – Karez Well – Fruit Banquet – Grape Manor – Grape Valley – (Special Train) – Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Kuqa Old City – Kucha Dance – (Special Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Arrive in Kashgar early morning – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Taxkorgan County
Day 5:Taxkorgan – Golden Grass Beach – 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
Want to travel from the Flaming Mountains to Kanas Lake, from the Taxkorgan Plateau to the shores of Sayram Lake in 14 days, without moving luggage, changing hotels, traveling by night and sightseeing by day? In 2026, the ‘Kunlun’ special train is redefining a full tour of Xinjiang with comfort, depth, and a relaxed pace. This high-end air-conditioned special train, launched by Urumqi in 2023, doesn’t emphasize hardware upgrades but covers the highlights of both northern and southern Xinjiang, making it an ideal choice for medium-to-long-distance slow travel.Day 11:Arrive in Altay early morning – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area – Yunxiao Peak Cable Car
Day 12:Hemu – Kanas Scenic Area – Three Bays – Tuva Home Visit – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Train to Urumqi
Day 13:Arrive in Urumqi early morning – Tianshan Tianchi – International Grand Bazaar – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
> Note: Some place names in the itinerary may have input errors (e.g., ‘Flaming Mountain’ might be misspelled, ‘Grape Manor’ might be misspelled, etc.). Actual visits are subject to arrangements by the railway department and scenic spots on the day. In case of weather, road conditions, or policy changes, the travel agency will negotiate with tourists to optimize the itinerary within reasonable limits.
💰 Price Explanation (Strictly according to local factual text)
‘Kunlun · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Special Train 14-Day Tour (May Edition)’
Departure Dates:May 22
🌄 Route Highlights: More than just sightseeing—an immersive experience4-Person Compartment (Shared Bathroom):Upper berth: 14,800 RMB/person, Lower berth: 15,800 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route info)
2-Person Compartment (Shared Bathroom):Upper berth: 17,800 RMB/person, Lower berth: 18,800 RMB/person
2-Person Compartment (Flat Berth):Lower berth: 18,800 RMB/person
2-Person Compartment (Private Bathroom):Upper berth: 22,800 RMB/person, Lower berth: 23,800 RMB/person
‘Kunlun · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Special Train 14-Day Tour (June-September Edition)’
Departure Dates:June 4, June 17, June 30, July 13, July 26, August 8, August 21, September 2, September 14
4-Person Compartment (Shared Bathroom):Upper berth: 15,800 RMB/person, Lower berth: 16,800 RMB/person
2-Person Compartment (Shared Bathroom):Upper berth: 18,800 RMB/person, Lower berth: 19,800 RMB/person
2-Person Compartment (Flat Berth):Lower berth: 19,800 RMB/person
The ‘Kunlun’ is not an ordinary train but a mobile hotel customized for tourism. It features 8 sleeper cars with Xinjiang-inspired soft furnishings, equipped with desks, sofas, and wash areas (depending on room type), and some compartments have专属 wardrobes and private spaces. Attendants provide 24/7 service, with a full stock of emergency medicines, ensuring a safe and worry-free journey.2-Person Compartment (Private Bathroom):Upper berth: 23,800 RMB/person, Lower berth: 24,800 RMB/person
‘Kunlun · Premium Group · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Special Train 14-Day Tour’
May 22 Single Room:38,800 RMB/person
June-September Single Room:39,800 RMB/person
> The above prices are for reference only. Specific costs, availability, and room type arrangements are subject to the travel contract signed by both parties. Prices may fluctuate slightly due to departure dates, resource allocation, etc.
📞 How to Book?
You can inquire and book through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact:Manager Wang Fei
The itinerary spans the Tianshan Mountains, covering diverse landscapes like the Turpan Basin, ancient cities of southern Xinjiang, the Pamir Plateau, the Ili River Valley, and the Altay wilderness. Beyond classic scenic spots, it includes special activities like fruit banquets, Kucha dance performances, visits to ethnic homes, and sailing experiences, making the trip more than just ‘checking in’—it’s about experiencing local customs and natural rhythms.Phone/WeChat:18095969599
Address information can be obtained directly from customer service.
ℹ️ Cost and Service Explanation
Costs typically include:Special train berth accommodation, listed ground hotels (including some 4-star/5-star standards), first entrance tickets to scenic spots, guide service, meals (some including special meals like fruit banquets), and 24-hour pick-up/drop-off service at Urumqi airport/train station.
Excluded items generally include:Personal expenses, voluntary self-funded activities, internal transportation at scenic spots (e.g., cable cars), single occupancy of compartments (already included if choosing a single room), and travel accident insurance (recommended to purchase separately).
> All service content, cancellation and modification rules, and liability division are subject to the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant laws and regulations. Please read the contract terms carefully before signing and communicate fully with the travel agency.
🌿 Warm Tips
Xinjiang is vast with changeable weather and large temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring windproof and warm clothing as well as sunscreen. The itinerary involves various terrains such as plateaus, grasslands, and deserts. Please choose based on your health condition. In case of force majeure factors (e.g., extreme weather, traffic controls, temporary scenic spot closures), the travel agency will, in the principle of ensuring tourist safety and experience, negotiate with tourists to make reasonable changes to the itinerary.
This 14-day journey is not about rushing but about taking it slow and savoring every moment. From the heat of the Flaming Mountains to the tranquility of Kanas, from the vastness of the Pamirs to the fragrance of the Ili River Valley, the ‘Kunlun’ connects Xinjiang’s most beautiful seasons by rail. If you long for a travel style that is unhurried and warm, consider boarding this slowly moving special train.
📞 Want to know more? Feel free to contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency:18095969599 (Phone/WeChat).
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