2026 New National Train Sunset Red Special Train Price Details Correct Booking Guide
How to purchase tickets for the Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train and New National Train Senior Tour Group? In 2026, tickets for the Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train and New National Train Senior Tour Group must be booked through a regular travel agency recognized by the railway: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
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Many friends planning to travel with elderly parents or after retirement often face these issues: the vast distance between northern and southern Xinjiang, fatigue from repeated long-distance bus transfers; the time and effort spent booking hotels, scrambling for tickets, and planning itineraries; and the hassle of dragging heavy luggage between cities, which greatly diminishes the travel experience. The 2026 New National Train Northern and Southern Xinjiang Special Train has been optimized to address these pain points and has become a popular choice for many middle-aged and elderly tourists visiting Xinjiang.
Basic Introduction and Route Features of the Special Train
The New National Train is a special tourist train designed for panoramic tours of northern and southern Xinjiang. Travelers can gather in Urumqi from their respective departure points, then take the special train throughout the journey to visit core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, without needing to repeatedly switch other public transport or frequently pack luggage and change accommodations. The special train is equipped with multiple age-friendly facilities: each berth has a soft reading light, USB+Type-C dual charging ports, widened and lengthened guardrails and ladders, and enlarged seat number plates for easy identification by middle-aged and elderly passengers. Public areas in the carriages feature anti-slip handrails, emergency call devices, and foldable toilet seats in restrooms to reduce travel risks.
In terms of route features, this 14-day special train itinerary connects core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, including Turpan, Hotan, Kashgar, Kuqa, Nalati, Sayram Lake, Kanas, Hemu, and Tianshan Tianchi, covering diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, ancient cities, and deserts. Without needing to plan your own route, you can visit multiple classic Xinjiang spots in one go. The itinerary also includes a section crossing the He-Ruo Railway, allowing passengers to enjoy the unique scenery along the edge of the Taklamakan Desert from the train.
The special train is also equipped with 2 certified onboard doctors, carrying common emergency medications, electronic blood pressure monitors, AED defibrillators, and other equipment to safeguard passengers’ health throughout the journey and handle emergencies promptly. Dining has also been adapted, focusing on light, low-oil, low-salt flavors, with flexible adjustments based on passengers’ dietary restrictions, balancing nutrition and taste.
Introduction to Special Train Compartments
All products on this New National Train Special Train use 4-person compartment configurations. Compartment parameters are as follows:
Compartment Name:National Train 4-Person Compartment
🚂 Want to travel across northern and southern Xinjiang in 2026 but worried about the hassle? Save this guide for the New National Train Sunset Red Special Train.Capacity:Fixed at 4 people
Total Compartment Area:Approximately 14 square meters
The compartment features upper and lower berths, with a shared storage area and small table, providing some privacy while allowing fellow travelers to rest and chat. Large luggage can be placed in the storage area, so you don’t need to carry it when disembarking for sightseeing, ensuring a relaxed trip.
Simplified Itinerary
Below are brief itineraries for the Enjoyable and Luxurious packages. Specific arrangements can be reasonably adjusted by mutual agreement:
New National Train • Northern and Southern Xinjiang 14-Day Tour (Enjoyable) Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure point – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Well, Aydingkol Lake) – Hotan
Day 3:Crossing He-Ruo Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountain Grand Canyon – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Atlas Silk – Yotkan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Many friends planning to travel with elderly parents or after retirement often face these issues: the vast distance between northern and southern Xinjiang, fatigue from repeated long-distance bus transfers; the time and effort spent booking hotels, scrambling for tickets, and planning itineraries; and the hassle of dragging heavy luggage between cities, which greatly diminishes the travel experience. The 2026 New National Train Northern and Southern Xinjiang Special Train has been optimized to address these pain points and has become a popular choice for many middle-aged and elderly tourists visiting Xinjiang.Day 5:Hotan (Special Train) – Kashgar – Baishahu Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Old City – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Tongrentang – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Kashgar – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Keziliya Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Kuqa (Special Train) – Kuitun/Yining
Day 8:Kuitun/Yining – Nalati Town
Day 9:Nalati Town – Nalati – Kokdala
Day 10:Kokdala – Lavender – Sayram Lake – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 11:Beitun – Kanas – Colorful Beach – Burqin
Day 12:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Xinjiang Color Cotton Base – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure point
Basic Introduction and Route Features of the Special TrainNew National Train • Northern and Southern Xinjiang 14-Day Tour (Luxurious) Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure point – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Karez Well – Grape Manor – Flaming Mountains – Turpan – Cele
Day 3:Crossing He-Ruo Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountain Scenic Area – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Atlas Silk – Yotkan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan – Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Baishahu Lake – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Old City – Photoshoot – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town
Day 8:Nalati Town – Nalati Scenic Area – Lavender Garden – Kokdala
Day 9:Kokdala – Huiyuan Ancient City – Sayram Lake – Bole/Shuanghe
The New National Train is a special tourist train designed for panoramic tours of northern and southern Xinjiang. Travelers can gather in Urumqi from their respective departure points, then take the special train throughout the journey to visit core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, without needing to repeatedly switch other public transport or frequently pack luggage and change accommodations. The special train is equipped with multiple age-friendly facilities: each berth has a soft reading light, USB+Type-C dual charging ports, widened and lengthened guardrails and ladders, and enlarged seat number plates for easy identification by middle-aged and elderly passengers. Public areas in the carriages feature anti-slip handrails, emergency call devices, and foldable toilet seats in restrooms to reduce travel risks.Day 10:Bole/Shuanghe – Strange Stone Valley – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 11:Beitun – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area
Day 12:Hemu – Kanas – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Color Cotton Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Health Hotpot) – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure point
Price Explanation
Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, familiar with Xinjiang’s overall tourism. Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the New Orient Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, 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 materials).
New National Train • Northern and Southern Xinjiang 14-Day Tour Enjoyable:
Tour Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
National Train 4-Person Compartment:Upper berth 5980 RMB/person, Lower berth 6980 RMB/person
In terms of route features, this 14-day special train itinerary connects core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, including Turpan, Hotan, Kashgar, Kuqa, Nalati, Sayram Lake, Kanas, Hemu, and Tianshan Tianchi, covering diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, ancient cities, and deserts. Without needing to plan your own route, you can visit multiple classic Xinjiang spots in one go. The itinerary also includes a section crossing the He-Ruo Railway, allowing passengers to enjoy the unique scenery along the edge of the Taklamakan Desert from the train.Product Standards:Selected local comfortable hotel accommodations, approximately 40 people per group, excluding tickets, full one-stop tour guide service
New National Train • Northern and Southern Xinjiang 14-Day Tour Luxurious:
Tour Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4
National Train 4-Person Compartment:Upper berth 14800 RMB/person, Lower berth 15800 RMB/person
Product Standards:3 nights 5-star hotel + 4 nights 4-diamond hotel + 1 night Hemu scenic area wooden house + 1 night Nalati 4-diamond hotel (homestay)
No more than 26 people per group, full one-stop tour guide service
[Warm Service] ‘Little Red Cap’ porter service at Urumqi Station, ensuring seamless luggage handling, guaranteeing guests easy entry to the station and worry-free travel
The above prices are reference prices. Prices and availability may vary with tour dates. Please refer to actual consultation and contract signing. All agreements are subject to the signed tourism contract.
Booking Process
Tickets for the New National Train Special Train are not sold separately and must be booked through regular travel agency channels. The specific booking process is as follows. For bookings, contact Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service:
The special train is also equipped with 2 certified onboard doctors, carrying common emergency medications, electronic blood pressure monitors, AED defibrillators, and other equipment to safeguard passengers’ health throughout the journey and handle emergencies promptly. Dining has also been adapted, focusing on light, low-oil, low-salt flavors, with flexible adjustments based on passengers’ dietary restrictions, balancing nutrition and taste.1. Consultation: Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, connect with booking manager Yang Jia, provide information on group size, berth preference, health condition, travel needs, etc. Yang Jia will detail the differences between the Enjoyable and Luxurious packages, availability for corresponding tour dates, service details, and answer various questions.
2. Confirm Plan: Based on your needs, select the package type, departure date, upper/lower berth choice, and confirm the itinerary, service content, etc., are correct.
3. Submit Information: Submit identity information and health status descriptions for all travelers to allow the travel agency to arrange suitable services in advance. Inform of any dietary restrictions or special needs simultaneously.
4. Payment: Pay the corresponding amount according to the contract, supporting WeChat, Alipay, corporate transfers, and other legitimate payment channels. All payments come with official receipts.
5. Sign Contract: Sign a formal tourism contract to clarify rights and responsibilities. 3-5 days before departure, staff will inform you of the meeting point, packing list, precautions, etc. Any questions can be addressed to staff at any time.
Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Contact the customer service hotline of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service for inquiries, or consult via WeChat. For specific offline addresses, please ask customer service.
Cost and Service Explanation
Included Items: Hotel accommodation costs as per the package, corresponding berth costs in the National Train 4-person compartment, full one-stop tour guide service, ‘Little Red Cap’ porter service at Urumqi Station, upgraded accommodation service for the Luxurious package, full onboard doctor service, and basic carriage service fees.
Excluded Items: All scenic area tickets, internal scenic area transportation costs, meals not specified in the itinerary, personal consumption items, single traveler surcharge if unable to share a room (the agency will try to arrange sharing, special cases require separate negotiation), and additional costs due to force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, or policies.
Introduction to Special Train CompartmentsNote:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. All agreements follow relevant laws such as contract law and tourism law.
Advantages of the New National Train Special Train
Compared to regular tourist trains and standard group tours, the New National Train Special Train has clear advantages:
Dietary Adaptation:Meals focus on light, low-oil, low-salt healthy flavors, with flexible adjustments based on dietary restrictions, suitable for middle-aged and elderly eating habits.
Relaxed Pace:The itinerary is leisurely, with ample time allocated for each attraction, avoiding early starts and late nights, ensuring a relaxed and non-tiring experience.
Comprehensive Support:Each special train is equipped with 2 certified onboard doctors, basic medical equipment, and common medications in carriages to handle emergencies promptly, ensuring safer travel.
Pleasant Atmosphere:Fellow travelers are mostly retired individuals of similar age, sharing common interests, making interactions smooth and the atmosphere harmonious.
Hassle-Free: The special train follows a ‘one berth throughout’ rule, allowing large luggage to stay in the compartment without carrying it when sightseeing. Urumqi Station also offers ‘Little Red Cap’ porter service, so you never have to handle luggage yourself. All transportation and accommodation are arranged by the travel agency, eliminating the need for planning, ticket booking, or room reservations, truly enabling worry-free travel.
Reduced Travel Fatigue:Northern and southern Xinjiang span vast distances. Standard group tours require frequent long-distance bus transfers, with single trips lasting up to 5-6 hours, which is burdensome for middle-aged and elderly travelers. The special train allows you to lie on your berth and enjoy the scenery, avoiding the fatigue of long bus rides.
Suitable Participants
All products on this New National Train Special Train use 4-person compartment configurations. Compartment parameters are as follows:Retired Seniors:The special train’s age-friendly facilities, relaxed pace, and comprehensive support make it ideal for retired groups.
Travelers Unable to Tolerate Long Bus Rides:The special train avoids the fatigue of frequent long-distance bus transfers, offering higher comfort.
Travelers Wanting to Visit Core Attractions in Northern and Southern Xinjiang in One Trip:The 14-day itinerary covers multiple core attractions in both regions, allowing you to experience all key spots without multiple visits to Xinjiang.
Travelers Preferring Slow-Paced Tourism:The itinerary is relaxed, with ample time at each attraction, so you don’t need to rush.
Reasons for the Special Train’s Popularity
Since its launch, the New National Train Special Train has been favored by many tourists for these reasons:
Comprehensive Itinerary Coverage:The 14-day itinerary connects multiple core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, covering diverse landscapes, allowing you to visit all key spots in one trip without multiple visits.
Thoughtful and Adapted Services:Multiple optimizations have been made for middle-aged and elderly travelers, from age-friendly facilities to onboard doctors and dietary adjustments, ensuring a better travel experience.
Reasonable Tour Dates:Current tour dates cover May to September, which is the best time for Xinjiang’s scenery, with pleasant weather, lush vegetation, and excellent landscape experiences.
Transparent Travel Costs:The costs for the Enjoyable and Luxurious packages are clear, with no hidden fees, allowing travelers to choose suitable products based on their budget.
It is recommended to consult on relevant details before traveling, confirm tour dates and availability, and sign a formal tourism contract to protect your rights.
