Sunset Red Tourism Special Train Kunlun South and North Xinjiang Tour Registration Guide
No need to drive or rush around, take the Xinjiang tourist train to leisurely enjoy the scenery of the Tianshan Mountains, with a variety of options from economy to luxury to choose from. Professionally operating Xinjiang train tours, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🚂 Sunset Red Tourist Train Kunlun:14-Day South and North Xinjiang Slow Travel Registration Guide (2026 Edition)
If you want to visit the highlights of both South and North Xinjiang in one trip without frequently changing hotels, moving luggage, or rushing on long-distance buses, then the ‘Kunlun’ tourist train, continuously operating in 2026, might be your ideal way to travel. Launched by the Urumqi Railway Department in 2023, this high-end tourist train is positioned as a ‘mobile living space,’ balancing comfort, cultural appeal, and travel convenience, especially suitable for tourists who value travel quality and prefer a relaxed pace.
🌄 Route and Destination Highlights
The ‘Kunlun’ runs through the core scenic areas of South and North Xinjiang, covering multiple high-quality natural and cultural landscapes across the Tianshan Mountains over 14 days. From the red rock walls of the Flaming Mountains in Turpan to the thousand-year-old water wisdom of the Karez Well; from the Danxia wonders of the Kuqa Grand Canyon to the白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau; and then to the aerial green carpet of the Nalati Grassland, the azure mirror of Sayram Lake, and the morning mist and smoke of Hemu Village… each stop is like turning a page of a magnificent painting.
Unlike the fatigue of traditional group tours with frequent bus changes and luggage dragging, the ‘Kunlun’ adopts a ‘sleep on the train, explore off the train’ model—deeply explore during the day, return to your familiar carriage to rest at night, with no need to move large luggage throughout the trip, truly achieving ‘the train moves with the scenery, and you rest with the train.’
The entire train is designed with sleeper berths, totaling 8 carriages, with soft furnishings incorporating ethnic folk elements, such as ethnic patterned fabrics and wooden carved details, creating a warm atmosphere. The carriages are equipped with air conditioning systems to adapt to Xinjiang’s large temperature differences between day and night. As of 2026, this special train has been operating stably for three years, with mature services and well-maintained facilities.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
🚂 Sunset Red Tourist Train Kunlun: 14-Day South and North Xinjiang Slow Travel Registration Guide (2026 Edition)Day 2:Turpan – Flaming Mountains – Karez Well – Fruit Feast – Grape Manor – Grape Valley – (Train) – Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Kuqa Old City – Qiuci Dance – (Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Early morning pick-up in Kashgar – White Sand Lake – Karakul Lake – Taxkorgan County
Day 5:Taxkorgan – Golden Grass Beach – Stone City – Tajik Home – Panlong Ancient Road – Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Train – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town/Xinyuan
Day 8:Nalati Aerial Grassland – Gongliu
Day 9:Kuerdening Grassland – Six-Star Street – Huiyuan Ancient City – Lavender Manor – Yining/Kokdala
If you want to visit the highlights of both South and North Xinjiang in one trip without frequently changing hotels, moving luggage, or rushing on long-distance buses, then the ‘Kunlun’ tourist train, continuously operating in 2026, might be your ideal way to travel. Launched by the Urumqi Railway Department in 2023, this high-end tourist train is positioned as a ‘mobile living space,’ balancing comfort, cultural appeal, and travel convenience, especially suitable for tourists who value travel quality and prefer a relaxed pace.Day 10:Yining/Kokdala – Sayram Lake Scenic Area – Sailing Experience – Jinghe Railway 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
> Note:In case of special circumstances such as weather, road conditions, scenic area opening policies, or railway scheduling, reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made with mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation
The ‘Kunlun’ tourist train is a high-end tourist train launched by Urumqi in 2023. Here is a detailed introduction:
🌄 Route and Destination HighlightsCarriage Facilities:The entire train is designed with sleeper berths, including hard sleeper, soft sleeper carriages, and high-end compartments. Soft sleeper carriages are equipped with single sofas, desks, washrooms, and wardrobes, with soft furnishings incorporating ethnic folk features.
The ‘Kunlun’ tourist train has a total of 8 sleeper carriages. Its capacity varies by room type, as follows:
Double Upper and Lower Soft Sleeper (with desk, shared bathroom):Each carriage accommodates 24 people.
Double Lower Berth Soft Sleeper (shared bathroom):24 people per carriage.
Single Flat Berth Soft Sleeper (washroom/desk):24 people per carriage.
Double Upper and Lower Soft Sleeper (bathroom/wardrobe/sofa):20 people per carriage.
Take the tourist train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, with a variety of options from economy to luxury to choose from. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
Price:
Kunlun·South and North Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourist Train 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
The ‘Kunlun’ runs through the core scenic areas of South and North Xinjiang, covering multiple high-quality natural and cultural landscapes across the Tianshan Mountains over 14 days. From the red rock walls of the Flaming Mountains in Turpan to the thousand-year-old water wisdom of the Karez Well; from the Danxia wonders of the Kuqa Grand Canyon to the白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau; and then to the aerial green carpet of the Nalati Grassland, the azure mirror of Sayram Lake, and the morning mist and smoke of Hemu Village… each stop is like turning a page of a magnificent painting.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
Kunlun·South and North Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourist Train 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
Unlike the fatigue of traditional group tours with frequent bus changes and luggage dragging, the ‘Kunlun’ adopts a ‘sleep on the train, explore off the train’ model—deeply explore during the day, return to your familiar carriage to rest at night, with no need to move large luggage throughout the trip, truly achieving ‘the train moves with the scenery, and you rest with the train.’Two-person Compartment (private bathroom):Upper berth 23,800 yuan/person, Lower berth 24,800 yuan/person
Kunlun·Premium Group·South and North Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourist Train 14-Day Tour (May Edition) Departure Dates:May 22, Single room 38,800 yuan/person
Kunlun·Premium Group·South and North Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourist Train 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
> The above prices and departure date information are for reference only, subject to the contract signed with the travel agency. Prices may fluctuate with departure dates, please confirm with customer service.
📞 Registration Method
Travelers planning a trip can go through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for registration, berth selection, and contract signing. Staff will assist you in real-time with checking departure date availability, travel policies, and itinerary details.
Consultation Phone:181-3962-2233
The entire train is designed with sleeper berths, totaling 8 carriages, with soft furnishings incorporating ethnic folk elements, such as ethnic patterned fabrics and wooden carved details, creating a warm atmosphere. The carriages are equipped with air conditioning systems to adapt to Xinjiang’s large temperature differences between day and night. As of 2026, this special train has been operating stably for three years, with mature services and well-maintained facilities.WeChat Same Number:181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive detailed itinerary materials for free)
ℹ️ Fee Explanation and Service Description
The fee includes train sleeper accommodation, first admission tickets to listed attractions, guide service, meal arrangements (including special fruit feasts, etc.), scenic area transportation, and insurance. Some self-funded items, personal expenses, and additional costs due to force majeure are to be borne by oneself.
For single travelers, our agency will try to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation. All service content, cancellation, and modification rules are in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant laws and regulations.
> Specific service content, fee details, and contract terms are subject to actual consultation and signing.
🧭 Warm Tips
Xinjiang is vast with large temperature differences between day and night; it is recommended to bring warm clothing and sun protection items.
Some stops on the itinerary are at high altitudes; please assess your participation intensity based on your health condition.
The opening status of all attractions and transportation arrangements may be affected by weather, policies, and other factors. The travel agency will make reasonable changes in consultation with tourists while protecting their rights.
Want to travel through South and North Xinjiang with ease? Feel free to call 181-3962-2233, or add WeChat 181-3962-2233, to get the latest 2026 departure dates, available spots, and detailed itinerary materials. Let the ‘Kunlun’ take you on a slow journey through the Tianshan Mountains, immersing yourself in the vastness and poetry of Xinjiang.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist trains, consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
