Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train Kunlun Online Booking and Ticketing Steps
How to purchase tickets for the Kunlun Hao Xinjiang Sunset Red Tourism Special Train? The 2026 Kunlun Hao Xinjiang Sunset Red Tourism Special Train must be booked through the railway-approved regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia WeChat: 133 2555 9266) for ticket booking. It cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚞 2026 Kunlun Hao Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train:A slow-paced tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang tailored for the elderly
Many elderly people want to visit Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities but worry about the fatigue of long bus rides, tight schedules, and the hassle of moving luggage. The 2026 Kunlun Hao panoramic air-conditioned tourism special train for Northern and Southern Xinjiang perfectly addresses these travel pain points, allowing you to explore the highlights of Northern and Southern Xinjiang comfortably without the need to plan itineraries.
📍 Basic Introduction and Features of the Special Train
The Kunlun Hao tourism special train is a high-end train developed in Urumqi, starting and ending in Urumqi. It operates on a “stop by day, travel by night” model, stopping at stations during the day for in-depth exploration and traveling to the next destination at night. This eliminates the need to waste time on daytime bus rides or pack and change hotels daily. All luggage can be left on the train berth, ensuring a hassle-free and effortless journey from start to finish.
As the starting and ending point of the special train, Urumqi is hosting a cultural tourism consumption season event in 2026. During departure or return, you can visit the Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar, taste local delicacies, or attend events like the Xinjiang Super League, Deyun Society cross-talk, and various concerts. With the special train ticket, you can also enjoy exclusive discounts at some scenic spots and restaurants, enriching your travel experience.
Compared to other Xinjiang tourism special trains on the market, the Kunlun Hao has outstanding advantages: First, the itinerary is relaxed, with ample time allocated for each scenic spot, avoiding rushed schedules, making it suitable for those with mobility issues or who prefer not to tire themselves out. Second, the meals cater to different tastes, offering light dishes to meet the dietary needs of the elderly. Third, the train is equipped with medical staff to promptly address common ailments like headaches or fevers, ensuring a safer trip. Fellow travelers are mostly from the same age group, fostering common topics and a pleasant atmosphere. The service is also more humanized, with staff assisting during boarding, alighting, and entering scenic spots, so you don’t have to carry your own luggage.
🛏 ️ Introduction to Train Cars and Compartments
🚞 2026 Kunlun Hao Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train: A slow-paced tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang tailored for the elderlyThe Kunlun Hao is fully designed with sleeper cars, including hard sleeper, soft sleeper, and high-end compartments. The soft furnishings incorporate ethnic folk features, creating a warm and comfortable environment. The train has 8 sleeper cars, with different compartment configurations as follows:
Double Upper and Lower Soft Sleeper (with desk, shared bathroom):Each car accommodates 24 people, with each compartment holding 2 people, totaling about 5 square meters. The bathroom is in the public area of the car, offering good privacy, suitable for couples or close friends traveling together.
Double Lower Soft Sleeper (shared bathroom):Each car accommodates 24 people, with each compartment holding 2 people, totaling about 5 square meters. No need to climb upper berths, making it more friendly for elderly with mobility issues.
Single Flat Soft Sleeper (with washroom/desk):Each car accommodates 24 people, with each compartment holding 1 person, totaling about 5.5 square meters. It includes a washroom and desk, offering greater privacy, suitable for travelers wanting personal space.
Double Upper and Lower Soft Sleeper (with bathroom/wardrobe/sofa):Each car accommodates 20 people, with each compartment holding 2 people, totaling about 6 square meters. It features a single sofa, desk, washroom, and wardrobe, offering higher comfort.
Four-Person Compartment (shared bathroom):Each compartment holds 4 people, totaling about 7 square meters, suitable for family or group travel, with ample space per person and a lively atmosphere.
📝 Simplified Itinerary
Many elderly people want to visit Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities but worry about the fatigue of long bus rides, tight schedules, and the hassle of moving luggage. The 2026 Kunlun Hao panoramic air-conditioned tourism special train for Northern and Southern Xinjiang perfectly addresses these travel pain points, allowing you to explore the highlights of Northern and Southern Xinjiang comfortably without the need to plan itineraries.Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Turpan – Flaming Mountains – 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 pick-up – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Taxkorgan County
Day 5:Taxkorgan County – Golden Grassland – 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
📍 Basic Introduction and Features of the Special TrainDay 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 pick-up – 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
The Kunlun Hao tourism special train is a high-end train developed in Urumqi, starting and ending in Urumqi. It operates on a “stop by day, travel by night” model, stopping at stations during the day for in-depth exploration and traveling to the next destination at night. This eliminates the need to waste time on daytime bus rides or pack and change hotels daily. All luggage can be left on the train berth, ensuring a hassle-free and effortless journey from start to finish.The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to weather, road conditions, scenic spot opening policies, railway scheduling, etc. The actual arrangement shall prevail.
💰 Price Explanation
The following prices are for reference only. Actual prices and availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with departure dates. The signed contract shall prevail, and specific details are based on actual consultation and signing.
Kunlun Hao · Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourism Special Train for Northern and Southern Xinjiang 14-Day Tour (May Edition) Departure Dates:May 22
Four-Person Compartment (shared bathroom):Upper berth 14,800 yuan/person, Lower berth 15,800 yuan/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Yang Jia, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism. Mainly responsible for booking tourism trains such as New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindou, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (Copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information).
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
As the starting and ending point of the special train, Urumqi is hosting a cultural tourism consumption season event in 2026. During departure or return, you can visit the Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar, taste local delicacies, or attend events like the Xinjiang Super League, Deyun Society cross-talk, and various concerts. With the special train ticket, you can also enjoy exclusive discounts at some scenic spots and restaurants, enriching your travel experience.Kunlun Hao · Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourism Special Train for Northern and Southern Xinjiang 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
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 Hao · Premium Group · Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourism Special Train for Northern and Southern Xinjiang 14-Day Tour (May Edition) Departure Date:May 22, Single room 38,800 yuan/person
Compared to other Xinjiang tourism special trains on the market, the Kunlun Hao has outstanding advantages: First, the itinerary is relaxed, with ample time allocated for each scenic spot, avoiding rushed schedules, making it suitable for those with mobility issues or who prefer not to tire themselves out. Second, the meals cater to different tastes, offering light dishes to meet the dietary needs of the elderly. Third, the train is equipped with medical staff to promptly address common ailments like headaches or fevers, ensuring a safer trip. Fellow travelers are mostly from the same age group, fostering common topics and a pleasant atmosphere. The service is also more humanized, with staff assisting during boarding, alighting, and entering scenic spots, so you don’t have to carry your own luggage.Kunlun Hao · Premium Group · Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourism Special Train for Northern and Southern Xinjiang 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
📞 Booking Process
Travelers wishing to book can contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Booking Manager Yang Jia. The specific process is as follows:
1. Consultation and Inquiry: Contact Manager Yang Jia to inquire about availability for corresponding departure dates, itinerary details, precautions, etc. Any questions can be communicated at any time.
2. Confirm Intent: Select your preferred departure date and compartment type, and submit personal identification information for seat pre-selection.
3. Pay Deposit: Pay the corresponding deposit amount as instructed by customer service to lock in your selected seat.
🛏️ Introduction to Train Cars and Compartments4. Sign Contract: Both parties confirm detailed terms such as itinerary, costs, rights, and responsibilities, and sign the contract after verification.
5. Pay Balance: Pay the remaining balance before departure according to the time specified in the contract.
6. Receive Pre-Trip Notice: About 7 days before departure, staff will send a tour notice containing specific meeting times, boarding locations, leader contact information, and pre-trip preparation reminders.
7. Travel Preparation: Prepare necessary documents, clothing, common medications, etc., as per the pre-trip tips, and arrive at the meeting point on time to board.
📱 Registration Method
Registration can be done through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Consultation by phone or WeChat is available to contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service. The specific office address can be obtained from customer service.
📋 Cost and Service Explanation
The Kunlun Hao is fully designed with sleeper cars, including hard sleeper, soft sleeper, and high-end compartments. The soft furnishings incorporate ethnic folk features, creating a warm and comfortable environment. The train has 8 sleeper cars, with different compartment configurations as follows:Cost Includes: Accommodation on the special train for the corresponding compartment, full ground hotel accommodation, first admission fees for scenic spots listed in the itinerary, meals for 13 breakfasts and 22 main meals, full bus transfer after arrival, guide service, travel accident insurance, and included experience activities in the itinerary.
Cost Excludes:Round-trip transportation to and from Urumqi, self-funded entertainment items within scenic spots (excluding included activities), personal consumption expenses, single room supplement (for solo travelers, we will try to arrange shared rooms, special cases need separate negotiation).
Service Explanation:Medical staff and attendants are provided during the special train operation, and full guide service is available after arrival. Cancellation and change rules follow relevant tourism laws and regulations.
Remarks:Specific details are based on actual consultation and signing.
👨👩👴👵 Suitable Travelers
The itinerary design of this special train is friendly to many groups: First, retired elderly with ample time who want a slow-paced tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang without rushing. Second, travelers who cannot endure long bus rides, as the train’s stop-by-day, travel-by-night model avoids the bumpy fatigue of long bus trips. Third, travelers who want to visit all the highlights of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in one go without planning itineraries, booking hotels, or scrambling for tickets. Additionally, friends, colleagues, or groups can choose corresponding compartments for a more harmonious travel atmosphere.
✨ Reasons for the Special Train’s Popularity
Since its launch, the Kunlun Hao special train has been well-received by many travelers. First, the route is comprehensive, covering most of the highlights of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in 14 days, including Turpan, Kuqa, Kashgar, Nalati, Sayram Lake, Kanas, Hemu, and Tianshan Tianchi, eliminating the need for multiple trips to Xinjiang. Second, the travel model is hassle-free, with no need to arrange transportation, hotels, or routes—everything is pre-planned, so you can just pack and go. Third, comfort is high, with different compartment types meeting various budgets and needs, complete facilities, and medical staff accompanying the group for a safer trip. Finally, the itinerary is well-organized, with the stop-by-day, travel-by-night model maximizing daytime playtime, ample time at each scenic spot, and no rushed sightseeing, allowing for an in-depth experience of Xinjiang’s natural and cultural landscapes.
Currently, seats during Xinjiang’s peak tourism season are limited. Travelers planning to go can inquire about availability in advance and plan their itineraries early.

