Xinjiang Tour Special Train Free Time in Kashgar Old Town Full Explanation of Kunlun Train Stopover Duration and Costs Recommended Itinerary Prices
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
[In-Depth Analysis of Xinjiang’s “Kunlun” Tourism Train:Free Exploration of Kashgar’s Old Town and Itinerary Highlights] 🚂✨
🌄 Detailed Introduction to Routes or Destinations:“The Moving Five-Star Hotel” Across Northern and Southern Xinjiang
The “Kunlun” tourism train, launched in Urumqi in 2023, is a high-end tourism train featuring “all-sleeper design + Xinjiang folk soft furnishings” as its core characteristics, known as a “moving scenic hotel.” The entire train consists of 8 carriages, including hard sleepers, soft sleepers, and high-end compartments. The soft sleeper carriages are equipped with washrooms, desks, sofas, and wardrobes, with decorations incorporating elements such as Atlas silk and ethnic patterns, allowing travelers to immerse themselves in Xinjiang culture during their journey.
The train’s itinerary covers the core scenic areas of northern and southern Xinjiang, starting from Urumqi and connecting Huorong Mountain in Turpan, the Secret Grand Canyon of Tianshan in Kuqa, the old town of Kashgar, and Baisha Lake, ultimately reaching Kanas and Hemu scenic areas. According to the latest data from 2026, the train operates on a “daytime sightseeing + nighttime travel” model, optimizing time utilization and making it particularly suitable for middle-aged and elderly travelers as well as family tourists seeking comfort.
📅 Simple Itinerary (14-Day Panoramic Version)
Based on the latest group schedule for 2026, the itinerary is as follows:
Day 1:Departure Location → Urumqi (Assembly Day)
Day 2:Turpan (Huorong Mountain, Karez Wells, Grape Valley) → Special Train → Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa (Secret Grand Canyon of Tianshan, Kuqa Old Town) → Special Train → Kashgar
Day 4:Kashgar (Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake) → Taxkorgan
[In-Depth Analysis of Xinjiang’s “Kunlun” Tourism Train: Free Exploration of Kashgar’s Old Town and Itinerary Highlights] 🚂✨Day 5:Taxkorgan (Golden Grassland, Panlong Ancient Road) → Return to Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar (Hotan Jade Exhibition Hall, Kashgar Old Town) → Special Train → Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa → Southern Section of the Duku Highway → Bayanbulak Grassland
Day 8:Nalati Sky Grassland → Gongliu
Day 9:Kuerdening Grassland → Liuxing Street → Yining
Day 10:Yining (Sailing Experience on Sayram Lake) → Jinghe → Altay
Day 11:Altay (Ahe Highway, Hemu Scenic Area)
Day 12:Hemu → Kanas (Three Bays, Tuva Family Visit) → Beitun → Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi (Tianshan Tianchi, International Bazaar)
Day 14:Urumqi → Return Journey
🌄 Detailed Introduction to Routes or Destinations: “The Moving Five-Star Hotel” Across Northern and Southern Xinjiang💰 Price Explanation:Clearly tiered, subject to contract
According to the latest price list for 2026, the “Kunlun” offers a variety of room types with prices that fluctuate by season:
May Group Period (May 22):
Four-Person Compartment (Shared Bathroom):Upper Bunk: 14,800 yuan/person, Lower Bunk: 15,800 yuan/person
Two-Person Compartment (Shared Bathroom):Upper Bunk: 17,800 yuan/person, Lower Bunk: 18,800 yuan/person
Two-Person Compartment (Private Bathroom):Upper Bunk: 22,800 yuan/person, Lower Bunk: 23,800 yuan/person
June-September Group Period (including summer vacation):
Four-Person Compartment (Shared Bathroom):Upper Bunk: 15,800 yuan/person, Lower Bunk: 16,800 yuan/person
Two-Person Compartment (Private Bathroom):Upper Bunk: 23,800 yuan/person, Lower Bunk: 24,800 yuan/person
Premium Group (14-Day):
The “Kunlun” tourism train, launched in Urumqi in 2023, is a high-end tourism train featuring “all-sleeper design + Xinjiang folk soft furnishings” as its core characteristics, known as a “moving scenic hotel.” The entire train consists of 8 carriages, including hard sleepers, soft sleepers, and high-end compartments. The soft sleeper carriages are equipped with washrooms, desks, sofas, and wardrobes, with decorations incorporating elements such as Atlas silk and ethnic patterns, allowing travelers to immerse themselves in Xinjiang culture during their journey.Single Room in May:38,800 yuan/person
Single Room from June to September:39,800 yuan/person
The price includes special train sleepers, scenic area tickets, local transportation, and some meals, excluding round-trip major transportation and personal expenses. Please note that prices may change based on market supply and demand, and the final price is subject to the signed contract.
📝 Registration Method:Convenient Channel, Professional Service
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, where Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing will provide you with detailed consultation. Valid identification information and health certificates are required for registration, and children and elderly individuals must be accompanied by family members.
💡 Fee Explanation and Service Explanation
Fees Include:Special train sleepers, first entrance tickets to scenic areas, local air-conditioned buses, 10 breakfasts and 18 main meals (including fruit feasts, Tuva family feasts, and other special meals), and guide services.
Fees Exclude:Round-trip major transportation to Urumqi, personal insurance, and secondary consumption within scenic areas (such as cable cars and sailboats).
Service Highlights:
The entire train is equipped with charging ports, 24-hour hot water, and medical kits;
The train’s itinerary covers the core scenic areas of northern and southern Xinjiang, starting from Urumqi and connecting Huorong Mountain in Turpan, the Secret Grand Canyon of Tianshan in Kuqa, the old town of Kashgar, and Baisha Lake, ultimately reaching Kanas and Hemu scenic areas. According to the latest data from 2026, the train operates on a “daytime sightseeing + nighttime travel” model, optimizing time utilization and making it particularly suitable for middle-aged and elderly travelers as well as family tourists seeking comfort. Each group is limited to 30 people to ensure service quality;
More than 3 hours of free activity time is arranged at Kashgar Old Town, Hemu Scenic Area, etc.
The actual consultation and signed contract shall prevail, and reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made upon mutual agreement.
🕌 Free Exploration of Kashgar Old Town:In-Depth Experience of Various Ethnic Cultures
On the sixth day of the itinerary, a special arrangement is made for free activities in Kashgar Old Town, which is a well-preserved labyrinthine urban neighborhood in China, with earth-yellow buildings and crisscrossing alleys forming a unique landscape. Travelers can:
Stroll through a century-old teahouse and listen to elderly people from various ethnic groups play the dutar;
Watch intangible cultural heritage skills such as copperware making and pottery firing on Craftsman Street;
Climb up to overlook the golden dome of Id Kah Mosque;
Taste authentic delicacies such as baked buns and pot meat.
According to the latest policies for 2026, Kashgar Old Town is open all day, and some residential museums require reservations for visits. It is recommended to make reservations in advance through the travel agency.
📅 Simple Itinerary (14-Day Panoramic Version)📌 Precautions:Must-Read Before Travel
Document Preparation:In addition to valid identification, it is recommended to carry a small amount of cash (weak signal in some scenic areas).
Clothing Suggestions:There is a large temperature difference between northern and southern Xinjiang, so it is necessary to carry a windbreaker, sun hat, and comfortable hiking shoes.
Photography Tips:The use of drones is prohibited in scenic areas such as Sayram Lake and Kanas, and prior reporting is required.
Health Management:The special train is equipped with basic medical equipment, but travelers with chronic medical conditions are advised to bring their own regular medications.
🌈 Why Choose the “Kunlun”?
Worry-Free:No need to transfer transportation throughout the journey, and luggage can be placed on the special train;
Comfortable:The soft sleeper carriages offer strong privacy, and nighttime travel does not delay sightseeing time;
In-Depth:Covers more than 80% of Xinjiang’s 5A-level scenic areas, avoiding a superficial experience;
Cultural:Presents Xinjiang’s charm through diverse methods such as carriage decorations, special meals, and home visit activities.
In 2026, the “Kunlun” tourism train will continue to welcome guests from all directions with high-quality service. Whether you want to easily tour the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang or渴望 (Note: “渴望” means “long for” or “desire” in Chinese, but it seems out of context here; it may be a typo or untranslatable term. For the sake of the translation, I’ll assume it’s emphasizing the desire to experience and replace it with “eagerly desire”) eagerly desire an in-depth experience of various ethnic cultures, this “moving scenic hotel” will be the ideal choice. Immediately contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to start your Xinjiang journey! 🚂🌄
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
