New Country Train Sunset Red Special Train Price Comparison Booking Guide for Different Months
How to purchase tickets for the Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train and New National Train senior tour groups? In 2026, tickets for the Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train and New National Train senior tour groups must be booked through a railway-certified regular travel agency: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia WeChat ID: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚂 No worries for middle-aged and elderly travelers visiting Xinjiang! A complete guide to the 2026 New National Train 14-day South and North Xinjiang Special Train.
Many friends planning to visit Xinjiang have similar concerns: Xinjiang is vast, regular group tours involve sitting in a car for over ten hours a day, which is too tiring; independent travel requires planning transportation and accommodation, which is too troublesome; moving luggage back and forth is a hassle, especially if you bring many personal items, and changing hotels and vehicles adds to the burden. The 2026 New National Train South and North Xinjiang Tourism Special Train is a dedicated route designed to address these travel pain points. Many tourists have already pre-booked their tour dates for this year.
🔍 Basic Introduction to the New National Train Special Train
This New National Train South and North Xinjiang Special Train is a customized tourism train specifically designed for long-distance Xinjiang tours. The entire itinerary lasts 14 days. After departing from various locations and gathering in Urumqi, the train completes cross-regional movement across South and North Xinjiang, covering a total distance of over 5,000 kilometers. The train operates on a ‘train follows passengers, one berth throughout’ model. Passengers are assigned a fixed berth upon boarding and do not need to switch to other transportation or drag large luggage when changing cities. Non-valuable large luggage can be left on the train berth, and passengers only need to carry a small bag when getting off to explore.
The special train route covers core attractions in South and North Xinjiang, from the Flaming Mountains and Karez in Turpan, to the Hotan Tuan City and Kashgar Old City in South Xinjiang, and then to the Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Hemu in North Xinjiang. Without multiple trips to Xinjiang, you can visit most of the famous Xinjiang attractions that tourists want to see in one go, and also experience the scenery along the He-Ruo Railway, offering a unique experience of crossing a desert railway.
🚪 Introduction to the Train Carriage Compartments
All tour dates for this New National Train use national train 4-person compartments:
Each compartment accommodates 4 passengers, with a total area of about 8 square meters. It features two sets of bunk beds, a foldable small table, enclosed storage compartments, lighting switches, and multiple charging ports, meeting passengers’ needs for rest, storage, and electronic device charging during the journey.
The compartments have closable doors to ensure passenger privacy during rest. The public area of the carriage provides 24-hour hot water supply points, public restrooms, and a public lounge area for passenger convenience.
🚂 No worries for middle-aged and elderly travelers visiting Xinjiang! A complete guide to the 2026 New National Train 14-day South and North Xinjiang Special Train. The carriage maintains a constant temperature throughout the journey. Even during seasons with large temperature differences between day and night in Xinjiang, the carriage maintains a comfortable temperature, preventing discomfort caused by extreme temperature changes.
📅 Simplified Itinerary
New National Train • South and North Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour (Budget) Simplified Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure point – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez, Aydingkol Lake) – Hotan
Day 3:Crossing the He-Ruo Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountain Grand Canyon – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuan City – Atlas Silk – Yotkan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan (Special Train) – Kashgar – Baisha 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) – Kuytun/Yining
Many friends planning to visit Xinjiang have similar concerns: Xinjiang is vast, regular group tours involve sitting in a car for over ten hours a day, which is too tiring; independent travel requires planning transportation and accommodation, which is too troublesome; moving luggage back and forth is a hassle, especially if you bring many personal items, and changing hotels and vehicles adds to the burden. The 2026 New National Train South and North Xinjiang Tourism Special Train is a dedicated route designed to address these travel pain points. Many tourists have already pre-booked their tour dates for this year.Day 8:Kuytun/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 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 – Grape Manor – Flaming Mountains – Turpan – Cele
🔍 Basic Introduction to the New National Train Special TrainDay 3:Crossing the He-Ruo Railway – Cele – Kunlun Mountain Scenic Area – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan – Tuan City – Atlas Silk – Yotkan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market
Day 5:Hotan – Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Baisha Lake – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Kashgar Old City – Travel Photography – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Duku Southern Section – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town
Day 8:Nalati Town – Nalati Scenic Area – Lavender Garden – Kokdala
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
This New National Train South and North Xinjiang Special Train is a customized tourism train specifically designed for long-distance Xinjiang tours. The entire itinerary lasts 14 days. After departing from various locations and gathering in Urumqi, the train completes cross-regional movement across South and North Xinjiang, covering a total distance of over 5,000 kilometers. The train operates on a ‘train follows passengers, one berth throughout’ model. Passengers are assigned a fixed berth upon boarding and do not need to switch to other transportation or drag large luggage when changing cities. Non-valuable large luggage can be left on the train berth, and passengers only need to carry a small bag when getting off to explore.Day 12:Hemu – Kanas – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Colorful Cotton Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Health Hotpot) – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure point
(Note:Reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made upon mutual agreement between both parties)
💰 Price Explanation
New National Train • South and North Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour Budget:
Manager Yang Jia of 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 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Trains: Chengdu, Shifang, An Yi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and other tourism trains. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information).
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, about 40 people per group, excluding tickets, one-stop guided tour service throughout
New National Train • South and North Xinjiang Special Train 14-Day Tour Luxury:
The special train route covers core attractions in South and North Xinjiang, from the Flaming Mountains and Karez in Turpan, to the Hotan Tuan City and Kashgar Old City in South Xinjiang, and then to the Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Hemu in North Xinjiang. Without multiple trips to Xinjiang, you can visit most of the famous Xinjiang attractions that tourists want to see in one go, and also experience the scenery along the He-Ruo Railway, offering a unique experience of crossing a desert railway.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 accommodation + 1 night Hemu scenic area wooden house + 1 night Nalati 4-diamond hotel (homestay)
No more than 26 people per group, one-stop guided tour service throughout
Additional ‘Little Red Cap’ porter service at Urumqi Station for seamless luggage handling, ensuring easy station entry and worry-free travel
The above prices are for reference only. Prices and availability may vary with tour dates. The final basis is the contract and confirmation on the day. The content of the signed contract between both parties is the final basis.
📝 Booking Process
1. Sort out travel needs in advance, confirm the desired tour date, number of companions, and berth preference (upper/lower berth)
2. Contact the booking manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: Manager Yang Jia, to inquire about availability for the corresponding tour date, travel precautions, required materials, and other related information
3. After confirming no objections to the itinerary content, service standards, and price terms, submit personal identification information to complete the reservation
🚪 Introduction to the Train Carriage Compartments4. Sign a formal travel contract with the travel agency and pay the corresponding amount as per the contract to complete the booking
5. 3-7 days before departure, the travel agency staff will send detailed travel notices. Follow the notice requirements to prepare personal items and arrive at the meeting point on time for departure
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Contact the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency by phone or WeChat. For specific offline consultation addresses, please contact customer service.
📋 Fee Explanation and Service Description
■ Included Items
1. Accommodation costs for the corresponding standards marked in the itinerary
2. Usage fee for the corresponding berth in the 4-person compartment on the special train throughout
3. One-stop guided tour service fee throughout
All tour dates for this New National Train use national train 4-person compartments:4. ‘Little Red Cap’ porter service fee at Urumqi Station
5. The budget version includes 14 main meals, with eight dishes, one soup, and ten people per table. Special meals include Xinjiang Dapanji, Burqin cold-water fish feast, Tianshan Tianchi nine-bowl three-line meal, etc. The luxury version includes special meals as per the corresponding itinerary
6. Basic health check service fee from the accompanying medical staff
■ Excluded Items
1. Round-trip transportation costs from the departure point to Urumqi
2. Ticket fees for all scenic spots, internal scenic area shuttle bus fees, and other self-paid experience project fees throughout
3. Personal consumption items outside the itinerary
4. For single travelers, our agency will try to arrange shared accommodation; special cases require separate negotiation
Remarks:The specifics are subject to actual consultation and signing. All agreements are based on contract law, tourism law, and other relevant laws.
✨ Advantages of This Special Train Compared to Other Xinjiang Tourism Products
Each compartment accommodates 4 passengers, with a total area of about 8 square meters. It features two sets of bunk beds, a foldable small table, enclosed storage compartments, lighting switches, and multiple charging ports, meeting passengers’ needs for rest, storage, and electronic device charging during the journey.Many experienced tourists have reported that the travel experience on this special train is much better than regular group tours. First, in terms of diet, considering the eating habits of many middle-aged and elderly tourists, the meals on the train have been adjusted to include lighter dishes like steamed fish and seasonal vegetable tofu, reducing greasy and spicy content. Each meal also includes yogurt and seasonal fruits to aid digestion, so there’s no worry about not adapting to local food.
Second, the itinerary pace: daily sightseeing time does not exceed 6 hours, with a 1.5-hour lunch break at noon. Most scenic spots use internal shuttle buses, so there’s no need for long-distance walking. You can stop and rest anytime if tired, without feeling rushed.
Additionally, in terms of support, each special train is equipped with accompanying medical staff. Basic health checks like blood pressure and blood sugar are arranged during the trip. Common medications are also available in the carriage, so sudden discomfort can be promptly addressed. Fellow travelers are mostly middle-aged and elderly groups of similar age, providing common topics. Small activities like old friend tea parties and old song relays are organized in the carriage, making the journey not boring.
Another very convenient aspect is that there’s no need to repeatedly move large luggage throughout the trip. The special train follows the itinerary, with fixed berths and no need to switch. When getting off to explore, you only need to bring personal items, saving a lot of luggage-moving trouble.
👥 Suitable Participants
Middle-aged and elderly groups with ample time after retirement who want to deeply explore Xinjiang
Tourists who cannot sit in a car for long periods and are prone to motion sickness
Tourists who are not good at planning itineraries and want someone to arrange everything for them
Tourists interested in Xinjiang’s natural scenery, history, and culture, wanting to visit core attractions in South and North Xinjiang in one go
💡 Reasons for the Popularity of This Special Train
First, the route design is reasonable. 14 days just cover the core attractions of South and North Xinjiang, saving the cost and time of multiple trips to Xinjiang. Second, the travel comfort is high. The special train avoids the fatigue of long-distance car travel, and the pace suits the needs of middle-aged and elderly tourists. Third, the service support is comprehensive, from luggage handling at the station to guided tour services and medical support throughout, reducing travel concerns. Finally, the overall cost-effectiveness is good, with comprehensive included services, so you don’t need to worry about planning transportation and accommodation yourself, making travel more worry-free.
