2026Kunlun Train Ticket Purchase Guide Where to Book Tickets+Full Explanation of Routes and Schedules Kunlun Train Kunlun Train Images
Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send your itinerary and quotation.
🚂 【2026 Kunlun Express In-Depth Experience Guide:Unlocking the Panoramic Mobile Castle of Northern and Southern Xinjiang】
🌄 【Route Highlights:A Mobile Art Gallery Traversing the Tianshan Mountains】
The Kunlun Express is a premium themed train launched by Urumqi in 2023, upgraded to the “Panoramic Air-Conditioned Train of Northern and Southern Xinjiang” in 2026. With its “one carriage, one scenic view” design concept, it has become a new icon of Xinjiang tourism. The train consists of 7 sleeping carriages and 1 multi-functional carriage, adorned with ethnic elements such as Atlas silk decorations and Rawap instrument reliefs throughout. Each carriage is named after different regions in Xinjiang, such as “Kashi Carriage” and “Ili Carriage,” earning it the reputation of a mobile folk museum.
📸 【Real Shots Revealed:Carriage Configuration and Special Services】
As verified in 2026, the train offers 4 types of accommodations:
🔹 Classic Soft Sleeper (4-person):Equipped with reading lights and USB charging ports, with 2 public washrooms per carriage.
🔹 Family Soft Sleeper (3-person):The lower bunk can be folded into a child’s bed, suitable for families with children.
🔹 Panoramic Flat Sleeper (2-person):180° flat design with adjustable side windows for scenic viewing.
🔹 Presidential Suite (single):Includes private bathroom and observation sofa, covering 15㎡.
All accommodations are equipped with humidifiers and constant-temperature air conditioning systems. Train attendants perform contactless disinfection every 2 hours. The multi-functional carriage features the “Tianshan Lecture Hall,” where intangible cultural heritage inheritors are invited nightly for Mukam performances, ethnic embroidery lessons, and other interactive experiences.
🗺 【Simple Itinerary:14-Day Journey Through the Essence of Northern and Southern Xinjiang】
(The following itinerary strictly follows the finalized original text, with no changes to the order or stops)
🚂【2026 Kunlun Express In-Depth Experience Guide: Unlocking the Panoramic Mobile Castle of Northern and Southern Xinjiang】Day 1:Departure Location – Urumqi
Day 2:Turpan – Huorong Mountain – Karez Wells – Fruit Feast – Grape Manor – Grape Valley – (Special Train) – Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Restan Street – Kuqa Old Town – Qiuci Song and Dance – (Special Train) – Kashi
Day 4:Morning Kashi Pick-up – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Taxkorgan
Day 5:Taxkorgan – Golden Grassland – Stone City – Tajik Home Visit – Panlong Ancient Road – Kashi
Day 6:Kashi – Hotan Jade Exhibition Hall – Kashi Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Special Train – Kuqa
Day 7:Kuqa – Southern Section of the Duoku Road – Bayinbuluk – Nalati Town/Xinyuan
Day 8:Nalati Aerial Grassland – Gongliu
Day 9:Kurdening Grassland – Liuxing Street – Huiyuan Old City – Lavender Manor – Yining/Kokdala
Day 10:Yining/Kokdala – Sayram Lake Scenic Area – Sailing Experience – Jinghe Railway Station to Altay
Day 11:Morning Altay Pick-up – 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
Day 13:Morning Arrival in Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – International Bazaar – Urumqi
🌄【Route Highlights: A Mobile Art Gallery Traversing the Tianshan Mountains】Day 14:Urumqi – Departure Location
💰 【Price Explanation:2026 Schedule and Cost Breakdown】
(The following prices strictly follow the finalized original text, with no numerical modifications)
📅 May Exclusive Schedule:May 22
🔹 4-Person Compartment (Shared Bathroom):Upper Bunk: 14,800 RMB/person, Lower Bunk: 15,800 RMB/person
🔹 2-Person Compartment (Shared Bathroom):Upper Bunk: 17,800 RMB/person, Lower Bunk: 18,800 RMB/person
🔹 2-Person Compartment (Flat Bunk):Lower Bunk: 18,800 RMB/person
🔹 2-Person Compartment (Private Bathroom):Upper Bunk: 22,800 RMB/person, Lower Bunk: 23,800 RMB/person
🔹 Premium Single Room:38,800 RMB/person
📅 June-September Regular Schedule:
June 4, June 17, June 30, July 13, July 26, August 8, August 21, September 2, September 14
🔹 4-Person Compartment (Shared Bathroom):Upper Bunk: 15,800 RMB/person, Lower Bunk: 16,800 RMB/person
The Kunlun Express is a premium themed train launched by Urumqi in 2023, upgraded to the “Panoramic Air-Conditioned Train of Northern and Southern Xinjiang” in 2026. With its “one carriage, one scenic view” design concept, it has become a new icon of Xinjiang tourism. The train consists of 7 sleeping carriages and 1 multi-functional carriage, adorned with ethnic elements such as Atlas silk decorations and Rawap instrument reliefs throughout. Each carriage is named after different regions in Xinjiang, such as “Kashi Carriage” and “Ili Carriage,” earning it the reputation of a mobile folk museum.🔹 2-Person Compartment (Shared Bathroom):Upper Bunk: 18,800 RMB/person, Lower Bunk: 19,800 RMB/person
🔹 2-Person Compartment (Flat Bunk):Lower Bunk: 19,800 RMB/person
🔹 2-Person Compartment (Private Bathroom):Upper Bunk: 23,800 RMB/person, Lower Bunk: 24,800 RMB/person
🔹 Premium Single Room:39,800 RMB/person
⚠ ️ Important Notes:
1. The above prices include special train sleeper fees, first entrance tickets to scenic spots, 13 breakfasts and 24 main meals, and local guide services.
2. Excludes round-trip transportation to the departure location, personal expenses, and optional entertainment projects.
3. Prices may fluctuate with the market; the final price is subject to the signed travel contract.
🚌 【Transportation Connections:Ground Vehicle Standards Announcement】
As verified in 2026, ground transportation uses the following vehicle types:
🔸 7-Seat Buick GL8:Suitable for small groups of 3-4 people, reference price: 800 RMB/day
🔸 13-Seat Ford Transit:Suitable for teams of 6-8 people, reference price: 1,200 RMB/day
🔸 18-Seat Toyota Coaster:Suitable for teams of 10-15 people, reference price: 1,500 RMB/day
📸【Real Shots Revealed: Carriage Configuration and Special Services】🔸 38-Seat Yutong Bus:Suitable for teams of over 20 people, reference price: 2,000 RMB/day
📌 The above quotes are reference prices; specific prices are subject to customer service quotes!
📝 【Registration Methods and Consultation Channels】
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, which provides the following services:
📞 Phone Consultation:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (9:00-20:00 on weekdays)
💬 WeChat Customer Service:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (add with the note “Kunlun Express Consultation”)
📩 Registration Process:
1. Submit valid identification information and health certificate
2. Sign an electronic travel contract
3. Pay a 30% deposit (balance to be paid 15 days before departure)
4. Obtain electronic train tickets and itinerary 3 days before departure
💡 【Cost Explanation and Service Standards】
As verified in 2026, the train offers 4 types of accommodations:✅ Cost Includes:
14 nights and 13 days on the special train (bedding replaced every 3 days)
19 main meals throughout the journey (including 4 special meals:roast whole lamb/hand-pulled rice/big plate chicken/cold-water fish feast)
Scenic spot tickets worth 2,800 RMB (including Sayram Lake ring road, Kanas shuttle bus, etc.)
Professional guide + accompanying doctor dual-protection services
❌ Cost Excludes:
Round-trip airfare/train tickets to the departure location
Personal travel accident insurance (recommended to purchase independently)
Voluntary entertainment projects (such as horseback riding in Hemu, boat rides in Kanas, etc.)
📌 Special Notes:
1. Single travelers will be coordinated for room sharing as much as possible; a single room supplement is required for private accommodations (specific amount subject to the contract).
2. Child pricing: under 6 years old free (no bed), 6-12 years old enjoy 70% of the adult price.
3. In case of extreme weather or force majeure, both parties may agree to reasonably adjust the itinerary.
🔹 Classic Soft Sleeper (4-person): Equipped with reading lights and USB charging ports, with 2 public washrooms per carriage.🌸 【Seasonal Limited-Time Tips】
2026 Seasonal Highlights:
🌸 May:Blooming apricot blossoms in Ili, ideal for photography enthusiasts.
🌿 June-July:Wildflowers bloom on the Nalati Grassland; the Duoku Road is fully open.
🍁 August-September:Autumn scenery in Kanas; highest probability of morning fog in Hemu.
❄ ️ After October:Special train suspends operations (subject to notice).
📢 【Recently Verified Policies】
As confirmed in March 2026:
1. All tourists must hold a green “Xinjiang Health Code.”
2. Scenic spots implement “limited capacity, reservation, and staggered peak” measures; some spots require reservations 3 days in advance.
3. The special train is equipped with AED emergency equipment, and the accompanying doctor is licensed.
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📌 Warm Tips:
The information in this article is valid as of March 2026. Specific itinerary details may be slightly adjusted according to actual conditions; the final itinerary is subject to the contract provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. It is recommended to start monitoring announcements from the Xinjiang Cultural and Tourism Department one month before departure to obtain the latest information on scenic spot openings.
Contact Manager Maizi at phone number 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send your itinerary and quotation.
