Kunlun Special Train Ticket Booking Guide Including Fare Details
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency 0991-8585456, Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing 181 3962 2229, (copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary materials)
🚂 Want to see the best of both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip without constantly changing hotels and transportation? The ‘Kunlun’ tourist special train, designed for in-depth Xinjiang tours, might be your ideal choice. This guide will analyze it from two perspectives: ‘Is it worth taking?’ and ‘How to book it more affordably?’
💡 Why choose ‘Kunlun’?
The ‘Kunlun’ is a high-end tourist special train launched by Urumqi in 2023. The entire train features sleeper berth design, allowing you to ‘lie down and enjoy the scenery’ during the journey, making it comfortable and relaxing.
🛏 ️ Carriage and Room Type Overview
The train has 8 sleeper carriages with various room types to meet different needs:
Double-decker soft sleeper (shared bathroom):24 people per carriage, compact space, suitable for budget-conscious travelers traveling together.
Double lower berth soft sleeper (shared bathroom):24 people per carriage, lower berth is more convenient for movement, suitable for travelers not used to climbing ladders.
Single flat-bed soft sleeper (washroom/desk):24 people per carriage, private space, better experience.
Double-decker soft sleeper (bathroom/wardrobe/sofa):20 people per carriage, combines privacy and comfort, recommended for quality-seeking travelers.
✨ Advantages of Special Train Travel
🚂 Want to see the best of both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip without constantly changing hotels and transportation? The ‘Kunlun’ tourist special train, designed for in-depth Xinjiang tours, might be your ideal choice. This guide will analyze it from two perspectives: ‘Is it worth taking?’ and ‘How to book it more affordably?’Direct train, hassle-free:Mainly travel on the special train throughout the trip, no need to frequently pack luggage and change hotels, especially suitable for family trips or middle-aged and elderly travelers.
Relaxed pace, rich experience:Sightseeing during the day, traveling by train at night, resting in a mobile hotel, with a well-balanced itinerary.
Comfortable, strong privacy:Well-managed sleeper carriages, relatively quiet environment, more personal space.
🗺 ️ 14-Day Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
The ‘Kunlun’ mainly offers a 14-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, covering diverse landscapes such as deserts, canyons, lakes, grasslands, and snow-capped mountains. The specific station order is based on the ‘Simplified Itinerary’:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Turpan – Flaming Mountain – 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 morning pick-up in Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Tashkurgan
Day 5:Tashkurgan – Golden Grass Beach – Stone City – Tajik Home – Panlong Ancient Road – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Jade Exhibition Hall – Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Special Train – Kuqa
💡 Why choose ‘Kunlun’?Day 7:Kuqa – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town/Xinyuan
Day 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 morning pick-up in Altay – 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
💰 Price Details and Schedule
Below are the reference prices and tour dates for the ‘Kunlun’ panoramic air-conditioned tourist special train for northern and southern Xinjiang. Actual prices may fluctuate due to holidays and other factors, please refer to the contract.
The ‘Kunlun’ is a high-end tourist special train launched by Urumqi in 2023. The entire train features sleeper berth design, allowing you to ‘lie down and enjoy the scenery’ during the journey, making it comfortable and relaxing.May Edition (Departing May 22)
Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Guo Jing at 181 3962 2229, add as friend, send itinerary and pricing
| Room Type | Berth | Reference Price (RMB/person) |
| :— | :— | :— |
| Four-person compartment (shared bathroom) | Upper berth | 14800 |
| | Lower berth | 15800 |
| Two-person compartment (shared bathroom) | Upper berth | 17800 |
| | Lower berth | 18800 |
| Two-person compartment (flat bed) | Lower berth | 18800 |
| Two-person compartment (private bathroom) | Upper berth | 22800 |
| | Lower berth | 23800 |
June-September Edition (Multiple tour dates available)
🛏️ Carriage and Room Type Overview| Room Type | Berth | Reference Price (RMB/person) |
| :— | :— | :— |
| Four-person compartment (shared bathroom) | Upper berth | 15800 |
| | Lower berth | 16800 |
| Two-person compartment (shared bathroom) | Upper berth | 18800 |
| | Lower berth | 19800 |
| Two-person compartment (flat bed) | Lower berth | 19800 |
| Two-person compartment (private bathroom) | Upper berth | 23800 |
| | Lower berth | 24800 |
💎 Premium Group (Space)
The train has 8 sleeper carriages with various room types to meet different needs:May Edition (May 22):Single room 38800 RMB/person
June-September Edition (Multiple tour dates):Single room 39800 RMB/person
📝 How to Book and Sign
1. Consultation and Confirmation: Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to confirm your preferred tour date, room type, and price, and inquire about early bird discounts.
2. Signing and Payment: After confirming itinerary details with both parties, sign a formal travel contract and make the corresponding payment.
3. Obtain Tickets: The travel agency will provide an itinerary or ticket including special train seat information; please keep it safe.
> Warm Tips:Specific prices, availability, and cancellation/change policies are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency. If the itinerary encounters force majeure factors such as weather or road conditions, both parties can negotiate changes.
📞 Contact Us
If you have any questions, feel free to consult:
Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2229
Registration Inquiry:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
> Please Note:Specific registration methods, meeting points, and other details should be confirmed with the travel agency staff during consultation.
Those interested in taking the Kunlun special train are welcome to consult the special train manager: Guo Jing: 181 3962 2229 (copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
