2026South North Xinjiang Train Loop, Kunlun Official Booking Guide
No need to drive or travel far and wide, take the Xinjiang tourist train to leisurely enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Various options from economy to luxury are available for you to choose from. Professionally specializing in Xinjiang tourist train tours, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
🚂 2026 Southern and Northern Xinjiang Train Loop, Complete Guide to Booking the Kunlun
——Leisurely Travel Across the Tianshan Mountains, One Train to See All Four Seasons of the Western Regions
Tired of the exhaustion of driving thousands of miles? Don’t want to waste your travel enthusiasm on changing hotels and moving luggage? In 2026, choose a more relaxed way to delve into the heart of Xinjiang—take the ‘Kunlun’ tourist train and embark on a 14-day panoramic slow tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang. This train is not just a mode of transport, but a mobile living space: explore key attractions lightly during the day, and sleep comfortably in a cozy compartment as you travel thousands of miles at night, truly achieving ‘live on the train, see the scenery from the window’.
🌄 Detailed Introduction to Routes and Destinations
The ‘Kunlun’ tourist train was launched by the Urumqi Railway Department in 2023, positioned as a high-end leisure slow travel product, designed specifically for tourists seeking comfort, depth, and relaxation. The 2026 summer itinerary covers Eastern Xinjiang’s Turpan, Southern Xinjiang’s Kashgar and the Pamir Plateau, Northern Xinjiang’s Altay and Kanas, and Western Xinjiang’s Ili River Valley and Sayram Lake, forming a closed loop without backtracking.
The entire route connects key attractions such as Flaming Mountain, Karez Well, Kuqa Grand Canyon, Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, the southern and middle sections of the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Kuerdening, Sayram Lake, Hemu, Kanas, Colorful Beach, and Tianshan Tianchi, covering various landform types including snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, oases, and ancient cities. The itinerary has a relaxed pace, with 1–2 key scenic spots arranged daily, leaving ample time for sightseeing and free activities to avoid a rushed experience.
🚂 2026 Southern and Northern Xinjiang Train Loop, Complete Guide to Booking the KunlunThe train adopts a nighttime travel, daytime stop model, so tourists don’t need to frequently change accommodations, and luggage can be left on the train throughout. The carriages are treated with soundproofing, shock absorption, and sand-proof sealing for smooth operation; the entire train is equipped with 24-hour hot water, large viewing windows, power sockets, and reading lights. Some room types have bathrooms, sofas, and desks, with soft furnishings incorporating Xinjiang regional aesthetic elements to create a warm travel atmosphere.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Strictly Based on Local Facts)
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Turpan – Flaming Mountain – 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 – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Taxkorgan
Day 5:Taxkorgan – Golden Grassland – Stone City – Ethnic Home Visits – Panlong Ancient Road – Kashgar
——Leisurely Travel Across the Tianshan Mountains, One Train to See All Four Seasons of the Western RegionsDay 6:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Train – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Southern Section of Duku – 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 Visit – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Train to Urumqi
Tired of the exhaustion of driving thousands of miles? Don’t want to waste your travel enthusiasm on changing hotels and moving luggage? In 2026, choose a more relaxed way to delve into the heart of Xinjiang—take the ‘Kunlun’ tourist train and embark on a 14-day panoramic slow tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang. This train is not just a mode of transport, but a mobile living space: explore key attractions lightly during the day, and sleep comfortably in a cozy compartment as you travel thousands of miles at night, truly achieving ‘live on the train, see the scenery from the window’.Day 13:Early morning arrival in Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – International Grand Bazaar – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
> Note:The itinerary order, station names, and activity content are all based on the local finalized version. During actual travel, if force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area openings occur, both parties can agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on Local Facts)
‘Kunlun’ · Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Train 14-Day Tour (June-September Version)
Take the tourist train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, various options from economy to luxury are available for you to choose from. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
Tour 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 RMB/person, Lower berth 16,800 RMB/person
🌄 Detailed Introduction to Routes and DestinationsTwo-Person Compartment (Shared Bathroom):Upper berth 18,800 RMB/person, Lower berth 19,800 RMB/person
Two-Person Compartment (Flat Berth):Lower berth 19,800 RMB/person
Two-Person Compartment (Private Bathroom):Upper berth 23,800 RMB/person, Lower berth 24,800 RMB/person
Single Room (Premium Group):39,800 RMB/person
> The above prices are reference ranges. Specific costs, availability, and schedules may fluctuate with the season. Please refer to the signed travel contract. For single bookings, our agency will try to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation.
📞 Registration Method
Seats for the 2026 ‘Kunlun’ tourist train can be booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. This route is not open for ticket purchase on public platforms like 12306; registration, berth selection, and contract signing must be done through professional cultural tourism service organizations.
The ‘Kunlun’ tourist train was launched by the Urumqi Railway Department in 2023, positioned as a high-end leisure slow travel product, designed specifically for tourists seeking comfort, depth, and relaxation. The 2026 summer itinerary covers Eastern Xinjiang’s Turpan, Southern Xinjiang’s Kashgar and the Pamir Plateau, Northern Xinjiang’s Altay and Kanas, and Western Xinjiang’s Ili River Valley and Sayram Lake, forming a closed loop without backtracking.📞 Consultation Phone:181-3962-2233
💬 WeChat Same Number:181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
Customer service staff can assist in checking schedule availability, room type configurations, travel policies, and provide one-on-one registration guidance.
🧳 Cost and Service Explanation
Cost Includes:Full-trip train sleeper accommodation, first-ticket fees for listed attractions in the itinerary, local transportation transfers, special meals (e.g., fruit feast), professional local tour guide service, onboard staff, and basic medical support.
Cost Excludes:Round-trip transportation from departure to Urumqi, personal expenses, non-itinerary self-funded items, and additional costs due to force majeure.
The entire train is accompanied by staff and local guides, providing full-process service support; the carriages have dining cars and leisure areas, with some room types equipped with bathrooms, sofas, desks, and storage space. The design is senior-friendly, suitable for families, middle-aged and elderly travelers, and those who prefer a slow pace.
The entire route connects key attractions such as Flaming Mountain, Karez Well, Kuqa Grand Canyon, Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, the southern and middle sections of the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Kuerdening, Sayram Lake, Hemu, Kanas, Colorful Beach, and Tianshan Tianchi, covering various landform types including snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, oases, and ancient cities. The itinerary has a relaxed pace, with 1–2 key scenic spots arranged daily, leaving ample time for sightseeing and free activities to avoid a rushed experience.> For specific service content, room type details, dining standards, etc., please refer to actual consultation and the signed contract. All arrangements in the itinerary comply with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and related regulations to protect tourists’ legal rights.
🌿 Warm Tips
Xinjiang has a vast territory with large temperature differences between day and night; it is recommended to bring a windproof jacket and sunscreen.
Some sections have high altitudes (e.g., the Pamir Plateau); please inform in advance if you have special health conditions.
Scenic area opening hours and Duku Highway access windows may be affected by seasons and policies; follow actual implementation.
All ethnic names are uniformly referred to as ‘various ethnic groups’. Home visits arranged in the itinerary aim to promote cultural exchange and respect local customs.
Choosing ‘Kunlun’ is not about rushing, but immersing; not about checking in, but staying. In the summer and autumn of 2026, let the rails carry you across the Tianshan Mountains, and in a mobile ‘home’, savor the vastness and gentleness of the Western Regions.
📌 For consultation, please call or add WeChat:181-3962-2233 (Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency)
To learn more about Xinjiang tourist train details, consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
