2026 North South Xinjiang Panoramic Train Tour, Kunlun Official Website One Click Booking
No need to drive or rush around. Take Xinjiang’s tourist train to slowly enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Various options from economy to luxury are available. Professionally operating 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 get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
🚂 Traveling slowly through Xinjiang by train:Kunlun 14-Day Panoramic Journey: Make the train your home on the rails.
Tired of the hassle of frequently moving luggage, rushing to catch buses, and changing hotels during travel? In the summer of 2026, more and more tourists are choosing to explore Xinjiang deeply at a ‘residential’ pace—immersing themselves in snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and canyons during the day, and returning to a familiar sleeper carriage to sleep peacefully at night. When you wake up at dawn, a new landscape awaits outside the window. The ‘Kunlun’ tourist train is exactly such a special train that integrates transportation, accommodation, dining, and sightseeing, making the vast Xinjiang accessible and friendly.
🌄 Route and Destination Highlights
The ‘Kunlun’ train runs through the core scenic belt of northern and southern Xinjiang, covering representative natural and cultural resources of eastern, southern, and northern Xinjiang in a 14-day itinerary. From the red cliffs of the Flaming Mountains in Turpan to the thousand-year-old water management wisdom of the Karez; from the Danxia wonders of the Kuqa Grand Canyon to the白沙湖 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: deep play during the day, rest in the familiar carriage at night, with no need to move large luggage throughout the journey, truly achieving ‘the train moves with the scenery, and people rest on the train.’ The entire train is designed with sleeper berths, totaling 8 carriages, with no hard seats or regular seats, striving to ensure each passenger has a private resting space. The interior soft furnishings incorporate Xinjiang folk elements, such as ethnic patterned fabrics and wooden carved details, creating a warm atmosphere. The air conditioning system adapts to Xinjiang’s large temperature differences between day and night, enhancing travel comfort.
Currently (June 2026), the Duku Highway fully reopened on June 1, providing a key route through northern and southern Xinjiang. The ‘Kunlun’ itinerary cleverly connects to this golden passage, allowing tourists to smoothly traverse the Tianshan hinterland and experience the wonder of four seasons in one frame.
🚂 Traveling slowly through Xinjiang by train: Kunlun 14-Day Panoramic Journey: Make the train your home on the rails.🗓 Simplified Itinerary (Strictly based on the original local finalized text)
Day 1:Departure point – 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 – Taxkorgan County
Day 5:Taxkorgan – Golden Grass Beach – Stone City – Tajik Home – Panlong Ancient Road – Kashgar
Tired of the hassle of frequently moving luggage, rushing to catch buses, and changing hotels during travel? In the summer of 2026, more and more tourists are choosing to explore Xinjiang deeply at a ‘residential’ pace—immersing themselves in snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and canyons during the day, and returning to a familiar sleeper carriage to sleep peacefully at night. When you wake up at dawn, a new landscape awaits outside the window. The ‘Kunlun’ tourist train is exactly such a special train that integrates transportation, accommodation, dining, and sightseeing, making the vast Xinjiang accessible and friendly.Day 6:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Special 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
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
🌄 Route and Destination HighlightsDay 12:Hemu – Kanas Scenic Area – Three Bays – Tuva Home – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Train to Urumqi
Day 13:Arrive in Urumqi early – Tianshan Tianchi – International Grand Bazaar – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure point
> Note: Some place names in the itinerary contain original typos (e.g., ‘Turpan’ should be Turpan, ‘Flaming Mountain’ is Flaming Mountain, ‘Grape Manor’ is Grape Manor, etc.). Actual visits should follow local standard names. Specific arrangements may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area openings, subject to mutual agreement.
Travel through beautiful Xinjiang on a tourist train, with various options from economy to luxury. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
💰 Price Explanation (Based on the original text of the latest 2026 tour dates)
The ‘Kunlun · Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourist Train 14-Day Tour’ summer 2026 schedule and prices are as follows:
The ‘Kunlun’ train runs through the core scenic belt of northern and southern Xinjiang, covering representative natural and cultural resources of eastern, southern, and northern Xinjiang in a 14-day itinerary. From the red cliffs of the Flaming Mountains in Turpan to the thousand-year-old water management wisdom of the Karez; from the Danxia wonders of the Kuqa Grand Canyon to the白沙湖 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.Tour Dates (June-September Version):
June 4, June 17, June 30, July 13, July 26, August 8, August 21, September 2, September 14
Room Types and Reference Prices:
Four-person Compartment (Shared Bathroom):Upper berth: 15,800 RMB/person, Lower berth: 16,800 RMB/person
Two-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
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: deep play during the day, rest in the familiar carriage at night, with no need to move large luggage throughout the journey, truly achieving ‘the train moves with the scenery, and people rest on the train.’ The entire train is designed with sleeper berths, totaling 8 carriages, with no hard seats or regular seats, striving to ensure each passenger has a private resting space. The interior soft furnishings incorporate Xinjiang folk elements, such as ethnic patterned fabrics and wooden carved details, creating a warm atmosphere. The air conditioning system adapts to Xinjiang’s large temperature differences between day and night, enhancing travel comfort.Two-person Compartment (Private Bathroom):Upper berth: 23,800 RMB/person, Lower berth: 24,800 RMB/person
Premium Single Room:39,800 RMB/person
The above prices are reference ranges for the current tour dates. Actual costs are subject to the signed contract and may vary slightly depending on the schedule, availability, and service configuration.
📞 Registration Method
Interested travelers can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The agency provides services including berth selection registration, itinerary confirmation, and contract signing.
📞 Consultation Phone:181-3962-2233
Currently (June 2026), the Duku Highway fully reopened on June 1, providing a key route through northern and southern Xinjiang. The ‘Kunlun’ itinerary cleverly connects to this golden passage, allowing tourists to smoothly traverse the Tianshan hinterland and experience the wonder of four seasons in one frame.💬 WeChat Same Number:181-3962-2233
📍 For specific boarding locations, assembly arrangements, and pre-trip information, please consult customer service for the latest notices.
ℹ Cost and Service Description
Cost includes round-trip transportation (special train sleeper), first admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary, meals (as per the itinerary), guide service, and tourist bus transfers. Hot water, basic washing facilities, and crew response services are provided in the carriages. Some room types have washing areas; the entire train uses public toilets, and no shower facilities are currently available.
For solo travelers, the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing; if not possible, cost differences under special circumstances can be negotiated separately. Cultural experiences and ethnic interactions in the itinerary are based on respect and voluntariness, emphasizing friendly cultural exchange.
All service details, cancellation policies, and liability divisions are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations. Specific arrangements are subject to the signed tourism contract between both parties.
This journey is not just about seeing the scenery, but also a return to a rhythm of life. In the gentle sway of the rails, give time back to yourself, and let the vastness and gentleness of Xinjiang slowly flow into your heart.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist train tours, consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
