2026 New National Train Sunset Red Special Train Price North South Xinjiang Loop Fee Standard

How to purchase tickets for the Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train and the New National Train senior tour groups? In 2026, tickets for the Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train and the New National Train senior tour groups 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’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚂 Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train Route Prices Revealed｜The ‘New National Train’ 14-Day South and North Xinjiang Tour, a Slow Travel Experience Tailored for Seniors
Across the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, more and more middle-aged and elderly friends are choosing a more relaxed and comfortable way to travel—no need to frequently move luggage, no need to get up early to rush, enjoy the scenery during the day, and sleep in a sleeper at night. In 2026, the ‘New National Train’ South and North Xinjiang tourism special train is precisely such a railway travel product carefully designed for the silver-haired group. It starts and ends in Urumqi, connecting core areas of southern Xinjiang like Hotan, Kashgar, and Kuqa, and northern Xinjiang like Nalati, Sayram Lake, and Kanas, truly achieving ‘the train moves with the people, and the scenery moves with the train.’
🚆 Special Train Introduction:More Than Just a Train, It’s a Home on the Move
The ‘New National Train’ tourism special train is operated with the support of the China Railway Urumqi Group. It uses air-conditioned tourist train formations, equipped with sleeper compartments throughout. The entire journey offers a single berth from start to finish, and large luggage can be stored on the train, greatly reducing the burden of travel. The train departs in the evening and arrives in the morning, with sightseeing arranged during the day and smooth operation at night, making it especially suitable for retired individuals who are not suited for long car rides and prefer a relaxed pace.
The special train departs from and ends at Urumqi Station. It is recommended that tourists arrive 1-2 days in advance to acclimatize to the climate and prepare for the trip. After the itinerary, the group will disband in Urumqi, making it convenient to connect with return transportation.
Compared to other regular group tours, the ‘New National Train’ has significant advantages:
✅ No need to repeatedly change hotels or move luggage throughout the entire journey;
✅ Relaxed itinerary pace, avoiding the rush of ‘check-in style’ travel;
✅ Most fellow travelers are middle-aged and elderly, creating a harmonious atmosphere;

🚂 Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train Route Prices Revealed｜The ‘New National Train’ 14-Day South and North Xinjiang Tour, a Slow Travel Experience Tailored for Seniors✅ Equipped with professional tour guides who provide detailed explanations and attentive service;
✅ Some schedules offer onboard medical support (specific arrangements may vary).
🛏 ️ Compartment Configuration:Comfortable and Private, Balancing Practicality and Experience
The ‘New National Train’ uses standard national train tourist carriages, with a uniform compartment type of 4-person hard sleeper compartments, with upper and lower berths. Each compartment is equipped with a door lock to ensure privacy and security.
Based on currently available information:
Each carriage has multiple 4-person compartments;
Compartments are equipped with reading lights, power sockets, and storage space;
Public restrooms and washing areas are located at both ends of the carriage;
Although the exact area of individual compartments has not been announced, based on similar national train models, the usable area of a 4-person compartment is approximately 6-8 square meters, sufficient for basic living needs.
Note:The specific facilities and layout of the compartments may vary slightly due to train car scheduling, please refer to the actual boarding situation.

Across the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, more and more middle-aged and elderly friends are choosing a more relaxed and comfortable way to travel—no need to frequently move luggage, no need to get up early to rush, enjoy the scenery during the day, and sleep in a sleeper at night. In 2026, the ‘New National Train’ South and North Xinjiang tourism special train is precisely such a railway travel product carefully designed for the silver-haired group. It starts and ends in Urumqi, connecting core areas of southern Xinjiang like Hotan, Kashgar, and Kuqa, and northern Xinjiang like Nalati, Sayram Lake, and Kanas, truly achieving ‘the train moves with the people, and the scenery moves with the train.’🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Strictly Based on Local Final Version)
New National Train • South and North Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour (Budget-Friendly) Simplified Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure point – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Well, Aydingkol Lake) – Hotan
Day 3:Crossing the He-Ruo Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountain Grand Canyon – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuancheng – Atlas Silk – Yotkan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan (Special Train) – Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Ancient 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

🚆 Special Train Introduction: More Than Just a Train, It’s a Home on the MoveDay 9:Nalati Town – Nalati – Kokdala
Day 10:Kokdala – Lavender – Sayram Lake – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 11:Beitun – Kanas – Rainbow Beach – Burqin
Day 12:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Xinjiang Colorful Cotton Base – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure point
New National Train • South and North Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour (Luxury) Simplified Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure point – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Karez Well – Grape Manor – Flaming Mountain – Turpan – Cele

The ‘New National Train’ tourism special train is operated with the support of the China Railway Urumqi Group. It uses air-conditioned tourist train formations, equipped with sleeper compartments throughout. The entire journey offers a single berth from start to finish, and large luggage can be stored on the train, greatly reducing the burden of travel. The train departs in the evening and arrives in the morning, with sightseeing arranged during the day and smooth operation at night, making it especially suitable for retired individuals who are not suited for long car rides and prefer a relaxed pace.Day 3:Crossing the 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 – Baisha Lake – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Ancient City – Photoshoot – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Duku Southern Section – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town
Day 8:Nalati Town – Nalati Scenic Area – Lavender Garden – Kokdala

Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced, professional, and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourism trains such as the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. You can contact the booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (Copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Day 9:Kokdala – Huiyuan Ancient City – Sayram Lake – Bole/Shuanghe
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 – Rainbow Beach – Beitun – Urumqi

The special train departs from and ends at Urumqi Station. It is recommended that tourists arrive 1-2 days in advance to acclimatize to the climate and prepare for the trip. After the itinerary, the group will disband in Urumqi, making it convenient to connect with return transportation.Day 13:Urumqi – Tianchi – Colorful Cotton Science and Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Health Hotpot) – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure point
> Note:The opening of scenic spots and road access (such as the Duku Highway) involved in the itinerary will be reasonably optimized and changed by the travel agency in consultation with tourists based on the actual local policies and weather conditions in 2026.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on Local Final Version)
New National Train • South and North Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour Budget-Friendly:
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
Product Standards:Selected comfortable local hotel accommodation, approximately 40 people per group, excluding tickets, full-journey one-stop tour guide service
New National Train • South and North Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour Luxury:
Tour Dates:May 11, June 19, July 2, July 28, September 4

Compared to other regular group tours, the ‘New National Train’ has significant advantages:National Train 4-Person Compartment:Upper berth 14800 RMB/person, Lower berth 15800 RMB/person
Product Standards:3 nights in 5-star hotels + 4 nights in 4-diamond hotels + 1 night in Hemu scenic area wooden house + 1 night in Nalati 4-diamond hotel (homestay), no more than 26 people per group
> All prices are for reference only. The final cost is subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties and may fluctuate due to factors such as schedule, room type, and policies.
📞 Booking Process (Please Identify the Contact Person)
To book the ‘New National Train’ special train, please go through the following official channels:
1. Contact the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency;
2. Consult with Booking Manager Yang Jia about schedule availability, berth selection, and contract details;
3. After confirming the itinerary and price, sign the tourism contract and make the corresponding payment;
4. Receive the departure notice before departure and arrive at Urumqi Station on time for assembly.

✅ No need to repeatedly change hotels or move luggage throughout the entire journey;> Warm Reminder:Special train tickets are in high demand. It is recommended to inquire and reserve popular schedules 3-6 months in advance.
📝 Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions:
Round-trip tourism special train berth (single berth from start to finish);
Hotel accommodation as listed in the itinerary;
Full-journey tour guide service;
Some specialty meals (specifics as per itinerary markings);
Urumqi Station ‘Little Red Cap’ luggage handling service.
Exclusions:
Round-trip transportation to Urumqi (airfare/train tickets);

✅ Relaxed itinerary pace, avoiding the rush of ‘check-in style’ travel; Scenic spot tickets and shuttle bus fees (to be paid on-site or purchased separately);
Personal expenses and meals not mentioned.
> Remarks:For specific service content, inclusions, and itinerary details, please refer to the actual consultation and signed contract.
👥 Target Audience & Reasons for Popularity
The ‘New National Train’ special train is particularly suitable for:
Retirees and the silver-haired group;
Tourists who are not suited for long car rides;
Families who want to visit the highlights of both South and North Xinjiang in one trip without the hassle of travel;
Travelers who seek a relaxed pace and value travel comfort.
The reasons for its continued popularity are:Hassle-free, effort-saving, moderate pace, and high compatibility with fellow travelers. The train, as a ‘mobile hotel,’ effectively solves the transportation challenges posed by Xinjiang’s vast territory and scattered scenic spots, allowing travel to return to its essence of appreciation and relaxation.
For more details, please consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to obtain the latest 2026 schedules, availability, and itinerary materials.