2026 Price Quote for Xinjiang Kunlun Special Train Detailed Cost Explanation for Southern Xinjiang Kashgar Pamir Itinerary Recommended Route Cost and Price

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⭐【Exploring Southern Xinjiang: Kunlun Express 2026 In-Depth Experience Guide】⭐
Xinjiang, a vast land where snow-capped mountains, deserts, lakes, and ancient cities intertwine to form magnificent landscapes. To deeply experience the vastness and tenderness of Southern Xinjiang over 14 days, the “Kunlun Express” tourist train is undoubtedly the ideal choice. Launched as a premium train in Urumqi in 2023, it is designed as a “mobile star-rated hotel,” seamlessly integrating hard sleeper, soft sleeper, and high-end compartments with Xinjiang’s folk culture, making the journey itself an immersive experience. In 2026, the train continues with the theme of “Panoramic View of Northern and Southern Xinjiang,” taking tourists through the Tianshan Mountains to unlock the superb scenery of Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Kanas, and other places.
🌄 Itinerary Highlights:From Flaming Mountains to the Peak of Snow-Capped Mountains: See All Four Seasons of Xinjiang in 14 Days
The itinerary of the “Kunlun Express” cleverly avoids the crowds of conventional routes by combining “special train + local transportation” to connect the culture of Southern Xinjiang with the nature of Northern Xinjiang. The train travels at night and stops at core scenic spots during the day, saving time and allowing tourists to rest in a comfortable environment. The 2026 itinerary covers the heat of Turpan, the vibrant atmosphere of Kashgar’s ancient city, the desolation of the Pamir Plateau, and the fairy-tale world of Kanas in autumn, making it a “condensed essence of Xinjiang.”
🚂 Simple Itinerary (2026 Implementation Version)
▶️ Day 1:Departure Location – Urumqi
Upon arrival, check into the hotel, adjust to the time difference, and freely visit the Urumqi International Bazaar to experience the bustling atmosphere of a Western Region market.
▶️ Day 2:Turpan – Flaming Mountains – Karez Wells – Grape Valley
Visit “Flaming Land” Turpan, feel the heat from Journey to the West at the foot of the Flaming Mountains, tour the underground water conservancy project of the Karez Wells, and stroll through Grape Valley in the evening to taste fresh grapes.

⭐【Exploring Southern Xinjiang: Kunlun Express 2026 In-Depth Experience Guide】⭐▶️ Day 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Kuqa Old Town
Travel through the southern section of the Duoku Highway to enter the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, where red rock cliffs and light intertwine like a painting; stroll through Kuqa Old Town in the evening to appreciate traditional architecture of various ethnic groups.
▶️ Day 4:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake
Travel along the China-Pakistan Highway, where the purity of Baisha Lake and the depth of Karakul Lake are awe-inspiring, with the perennially snow-capped Muztagh Ata in the distance, forming an iconic scene of the Pamir Plateau.
▶️ Day 5:Taxkorgan – Golden Grassland – Panlong Ancient Road
Visit the Golden Grassland wetlands in Taxkorgan County, experience home visits with local families, and then challenge the Panlong Ancient Road, which is famously described as “After walking all the winding roads today, the rest of your life will be smooth sailing.”
▶️ Day 6:Kashgar – Hotan Jade Exhibition Hall – Kashgar Ancient City
Return to Kashgar, visit the Hotan Jade Cultural Hall, stroll through Kashgar Ancient City in the evening, listen to a Tambur performance in a century-old teahouse, and experience “living history.”
▶️ Day 7:Kuqa – Southern Duoku Highway – Bayanbulak
Travel through the Duoku Highway again to reach Bayanbulak Grassland, and in the evening, wait for the sunset over the meandering river, watching the sun reflect nine suns in the river bends.

Xinjiang, a vast land where snow-capped mountains, deserts, lakes, and ancient cities intertwine to form magnificent landscapes. To deeply experience the vastness and tenderness of Southern Xinjiang over 14 days, the “Kunlun Express” tourist train is undoubtedly the ideal choice. Launched as a premium train in Urumqi in 2023, it is designed as a “mobile star-rated hotel,” seamlessly integrating hard sleeper, soft sleeper, and high-end compartments with Xinjiang’s folk culture, making the journey itself an immersive experience. In 2026, the train continues with the theme of “Panoramic View of Northern and Southern Xinjiang,” taking tourists through the Tianshan Mountains to unlock the superb scenery of Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Kanas, and other places.▶️ Day 8:Nalati Sky Grassland – Gongliu
Explore Nalati Grassland deeply, ride a horse or hike to explore the sky grassland, overlook the junction of snow-capped mountains and forests in the distance, and feel the vastness of “the sky is vast, the wilderness is boundless.”
▶️ Day 9:Kuerdening – Lavender Manor – Yining
Stroll through Kuerdening Grassland, then visit the Huocheng Lavender Manor (flowering period from June to July), and arrive in Yining in the evening to experience the mild climate of “Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall.”
▶️ Day 10:Sayram Lake – Sailing Experience – Jinghe
Drive around Sayram Lake, take a sailboat to cruise “the last tear of the Atlantic,” and arrive in Jinghe in the evening to recharge for the next day’s Northern Xinjiang itinerary.
▶️ Day 11:Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area
Travel along the Ahe Highway through forests and grasslands to reach Hemu Village, check into a wooden cabin, and in the evening, climb the Haden Platform to overlook the smoke rising from the Tuwa villages.
▶️ Day 12:Kanas – Three Bays – Wucaichi
Visit Kanas Lake, hike through Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay, and in the evening, go to Wucaichi to see the colorful Yadan landform under the sunset.

🌄 Itinerary Highlights: From Flaming Mountains to the Peak of Snow-Capped Mountains: See All Four Seasons of Xinjiang in 14 Days▶️ Day 13:Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi
Return to Urumqi, visit Tianshan Tianchi, and in the evening, enjoy free time to taste Xinjiang delicacies such as roast whole lamb and hand-grabbed rice.
▶️ Day 14:Urumqi – Departure Location
See off according to the flight time, concluding the 14-day journey through Northern and Southern Xinjiang.
💰 Price Description (2026 Reference Version)
The “Kunlun Express” offers a variety of room types, with prices varying by tour date and room type, subject to the contract:
🔹 May Tour Date (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

The itinerary of the “Kunlun Express” cleverly avoids the crowds of conventional routes by combining “special train + local transportation” to connect the culture of Southern Xinjiang with the nature of Northern Xinjiang. The train travels at night and stops at core scenic spots during the day, saving time and allowing tourists to rest in a comfortable environment. The 2026 itinerary covers the heat of Turpan, the vibrant atmosphere of Kashgar’s ancient city, the desolation of the Pamir Plateau, and the fairy-tale world of Kanas in autumn, making it a “condensed essence of Xinjiang.”Two-Person Compartment (Flat Bunk):Lower Bunk: 18,800 yuan/person
Two-Person Compartment (Private Bathroom):Upper Bunk: 22,800 yuan/person, Lower Bunk: 23,800 yuan/person
Premium Group (Single Room):38,800 yuan/person
🔹 June-September 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 Bunk: 15,800 yuan/person, Lower Bunk: 16,800 yuan/person
Two-Person Compartment (Shared Bathroom):Upper Bunk: 18,800 yuan/person, Lower Bunk: 19,800 yuan/person
Two-Person Compartment (Flat Bunk):Lower Bunk: 19,800 yuan/person
Two-Person Compartment (Private Bathroom):Upper Bunk: 23,800 yuan/person, Lower Bunk: 24,800 yuan/person
Premium Group (Single Room):39,800 yuan/person
⚠ ⚠️ Note:Prices include special train sleeper, local transportation, scenic spot tickets, some meals, and guide services, excluding round-trip major transportation and personal expenses. Availability and prices may fluctuate by tour date. It is recommended to consult Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency in advance for confirmation.

🚂 Simple Itinerary (2026 Implementation Version)📝 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and Manager Zhang Jing will provide you with detailed itinerary consultation and contract signing services.
💡 Fee Description and Service Description
✅ Fees Include:Special train sleeper, local air-conditioned tourist bus, first entrance tickets to scenic spots, 13 breakfasts and 24 main meals (including special meals), guide services, and travel agency liability insurance.
✅ Fees Do Not Include:Round-trip major transportation (airplane/train), personal expenses, meals during free time, (single registrants will be coordinated for room sharing as much as possible, special circumstances require negotiation).
✅ Service Standards:Experienced guides and on-board doctors are provided throughout the journey, with 24-hour hot water, charging ports, and Xinjiang folk performances on the train to ensure a comfortable trip.
✅ Special Note:Due to weather, policies, or force majeure factors, both parties can reasonably adjust the itinerary by mutual agreement, subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
🌈 Why Choose the “Kunlun Express”?
✔ ☑️ Hassle-Free:The train travels at night and allows for daytime sightseeing, eliminating the need for frequent luggage handling.
✔ ☑️ In-Depth:Covers core scenic spots in Northern and Southern Xinjiang, avoiding the crowds of popular routes.
✔ ☑️ Comfortable:Soft sleeper compartments

Contact Manager Maizi at 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send your itinerary and quotation.