How to Book Tickets for the Kunlun Express Xinjiang Tour A Complete Guide to Registration Methods
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Kunlun Hao tourist train? The Kunlun Hao sunset red tourist train must be booked through professional railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Manager Guo Jing of the Kunlun Hao train department, WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Please note that this train uses an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 2026 Kunlun Hao Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Train Travel Guide
If you want to take in Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes without the fatigue of frequent transfers and luggage handling affecting your experience, the Kunlun Hao tourist train is a quite suitable choice. As a high-end tourist train product launched in Urumqi in 2023, it operates on a “train follows the traveler, depart in the evening, arrive in the morning” model. Tourists get off to visit attractions during the day and rest on the train at night. There is no need to change berths throughout the journey, and large luggage can stay on your berth the entire time without daily packing and moving, greatly reducing travel fatigue.
🏜 ️ Route and Destination Highlights
This 14-day panoramic route covers representative natural and cultural landscapes of both Southern and Northern Xinjiang, allowing you to experience the characteristics of different terrains and cultures at once:
The Southern Xinjiang section connects cultural and geological wonders: The Flaming Mountains in Turpan are a typical red-bed landform with high summer surface temperatures and distinctive scenery; the Karez irrigation system is an underground water conservancy project created by ancient laborers that still provides water for local production and daily life, carrying a rich cultural heritage; the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon in Kuqa was formed by hundreds of millions of years of wind and water erosion, with reddish-brown rock walls showing rich layers under sunlight, and hiking through it reveals nature’s master craftsmanship; Restan Street and the old city of Kuqa preserve traditional architectural styles, and strolling through the alleys you can enjoy characteristic Qiuci song and dance performances; the streets and alleys of Kashgar Old City retain a thousand-year-old urban fabric, where you can see traditional handicraft shops and old teahouses in a leisurely atmosphere; the White Sand Lake on the Pamir Plateau has crystal-clear water surrounded by white sand mountains and distant snow-capped peaks, creating a unique landscape; the Panlong Ancient Road winds up and down with open views along the way, showcasing the vastness of the plateau.
The Northern Xinjiang section focuses on natural scenery: The southern section of the Duku Highway connects mountain, forest, and grassland landscapes with rich scenery changes along the way; the Bayanbulak wetland grassland is flat with rivers winding through it; the Nalati Sky Grassland is at a higher altitude with undulating meadows paired with distant snow mountains, creating rich landscape layers; the Kuerdening grassland features alternating spruce forests and meadows with various wildflowers blooming in summer, and with fewer tourists, the experience is quite pleasant; Sayram Lake has clear water, and from June to August wildflowers bloom along the lakeshore, where you can also try sailing to experience the lake’s clarity up close; the Hemu village in the Altay region preserves traditional wooden houses, and taking the Yunxiao Peak cable car offers a panoramic view of the village and surrounding mountain scenery; Kanas Lake changes color with the light, and the morning mist at the Three Bays is a distinctive sight; the Yadan landform at Colorful Beach displays rich colors at sunset, paired with the nearby river and trees for a unique view.
The train’s facilities balance practicality and comfort: The entire train features sleeper accommodations with hard sleeper cars, soft sleeper cars, and premium compartments. The soft sleeper cars are equipped with single sofas, desks, washrooms, and wardrobes, with interior decor incorporating Xinjiang folk characteristics so you can feel the local cultural atmosphere during the journey. The train has 8 sleeper cars in total, with capacity varying by room type: double-decker soft sleeper for two (with desk, shared bathroom) carries 24 people per car; double lower-berth soft sleeper (shared bathroom) carries 24 people per car; single-room flat-berth soft sleeper (washroom/desk) carries 24 people per car; double-decker soft sleeper for two (bathroom/wardrobe/sofa) carries 20 people per car. Travelers can choose the appropriate room type based on their needs.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary
🚂 2026 Kunlun Hao Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Train Travel GuideThe itinerary for this 14-day tour is as follows. In case of objective factors such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area availability, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement:
Day 1:Departure point – Urumqi
Day 2:Turpan – Flaming Mountains – Karez – Fruit Feast – Grape Estate – Grape Valley – (train) – Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Kuqa Old City – Qiuci Dance – (train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Morning pickup in Kashgar – White Sand Lake – Karakul Lake – Tashkurgan County
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 – train – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Duku South Section – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town/Xinyuan
If you want to take in Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes without the fatigue of frequent transfers and luggage handling affecting your experience, the Kunlun Hao tourist train is a quite suitable choice. As a high-end tourist train product launched in Urumqi in 2023, it operates on a “train follows the traveler, depart in the evening, arrive in the morning” model. Tourists get off to visit attractions during the day and rest on the train at night. There is no need to change berths throughout the journey, and large luggage can stay on your berth the entire time without daily packing and moving, greatly reducing travel fatigue.Day 8:Nalati Sky Grassland – Gongliu
Day 9:Kuerdening Grassland – Six-Star Street – Huiyuan Ancient City – Lavender Estate – Yining/Kokdala
Day 10:Yining/Kokdala – Sayram Lake Scenic Area – Sailing Experience – Jinghe Train Station to Altay
Day 11:Morning pickup in Altay – 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:Morning arrival in Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – International Grand Bazaar – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure point
💰 Price Information
The reference prices and departure dates for this route are as follows. Prices and availability may fluctuate based on departure schedule and supply-demand conditions. Please refer to actual consultation and contract for details:
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service – Xinjiang Tourist Train Booking Center, Manager Guo Jing, 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of industry experience. Add as friend to receive itinerary and quotes.
🏜️ Route and Destination HighlightsKunlun Hao Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Train 14-Day Tour (May Edition) Departure Dates:May 22
4-person compartment (shared bathroom):Upper berth 14,800 yuan/person, lower berth 15,800 yuan/person
2-person compartment (shared bathroom):Upper berth 17,800 yuan/person, lower berth 18,800 yuan/person
2-person compartment (flat berth):Lower berth 18,800 yuan/person
2-person compartment (private bathroom):Upper berth 22,800 yuan/person, lower berth 23,800 yuan/person
Kunlun Hao Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist 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 yuan/person, lower berth 16,800 yuan/person
This 14-day panoramic route covers representative natural and cultural landscapes of both Southern and Northern Xinjiang, allowing you to experience the characteristics of different terrains and cultures at once:2-person compartment (shared bathroom):Upper berth 18,800 yuan/person, lower berth 19,800 yuan/person
2-person compartment (flat berth):Lower berth 19,800 yuan/person
2-person compartment (private bathroom):Upper berth 23,800 yuan/person, lower berth 24,800 yuan/person
Kunlun Hao Premium Group Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Train 14-Day Tour (May Edition) Departure Dates:May 22, single room 38,800 yuan/person
Kunlun Hao Premium Group Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist 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, single room 39,800 yuan/person
📞 How to Register
Travelers interested in this trip can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The consultation phone number and WeChat are both 181-3962-2229. For specific registration procedures and required materials, please contact customer service.
The Southern Xinjiang section connects cultural and geological wonders: The Flaming Mountains in Turpan are a typical red-bed landform with high summer surface temperatures and distinctive scenery; the Karez irrigation system is an underground water conservancy project created by ancient laborers that still provides water for local production and daily life, carrying a rich cultural heritage; the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon in Kuqa was formed by hundreds of millions of years of wind and water erosion, with reddish-brown rock walls showing rich layers under sunlight, and hiking through it reveals nature’s master craftsmanship; Restan Street and the old city of Kuqa preserve traditional architectural styles, and strolling through the alleys you can enjoy characteristic Qiuci song and dance performances; the streets and alleys of Kashgar Old City retain a thousand-year-old urban fabric, where you can see traditional handicraft shops and old teahouses in a leisurely atmosphere; the White Sand Lake on the Pamir Plateau has crystal-clear water surrounded by white sand mountains and distant snow-capped peaks, creating a unique landscape; the Panlong Ancient Road winds up and down with open views along the way, showcasing the vastness of the plateau.📋 Fee and Service Description
The reference included services are as follows. Please refer to actual consultation and contract for details:
Transportation:Includes the train berth usage fee for the corresponding departure date, ground transfer transportation within the itinerary. Long-distance transportation from the departure point to and from Urumqi can be included or excluded based on your needs – please consult customer service.
Accommodation:Includes the accommodation fee for the corresponding train room type and hotel accommodation during the ground portion of the itinerary. Specific room type standards can be confirmed with customer service in advance.
Tickets:Includes first admission tickets for attractions marked in the itinerary. Optional experience items within some scenic areas (such as internal shuttle buses, entertainment activities, etc.) are at the traveler’s own expense.
Meals:Includes meal fees as marked in the itinerary. Travelers can also choose other meals according to personal taste at their own expense.
Services:Includes full-journey tour guide services and train staff services.
Excluded from the fee:Other personal expenses during the trip, optional items not marked as included, and additional costs arising from force majeure factors, etc.
It is also recommended to prepare in advance before departure:Carry your valid ID at all times. A border permit is required for visiting border areas – please consult customer service for specific application requirements. Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night, so even in summer it is recommended to bring a windbreaker or light down jacket, along with sun protection and moisturizing measures such as a sun hat, sunscreen, and lip balm. Xinjiang is vast, and some road sections involve long drives, so you may bring a U-shaped neck pillow, snacks, and other items to enhance travel comfort. When visiting plateau areas, move slowly and avoid strenuous exercise, and inform staff promptly if you feel unwell. Please respect local customs during the trip, spend rationally, and confirm prices and specifications before purchasing souvenirs or goods.
All service content and division of rights and responsibilities are subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties. Cancellation and modification rules are implemented in accordance with the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China, the Contract Law of the People’s Republic of China, and other relevant laws and regulations.
2026 Kunlun Hao tourist train ticket booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Xinjiang Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
