For more information about the 2025 Chengdu to Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train for Middle-aged and Elderly Tourists, including the booking process, departure dates, travel routes, and booking precautions, please follow us. As the Sunset Red Special Train for Middle-aged and Elderly Tourists to Xinjiang is a customized tourist train with regular departures at fixed times, we recommend booking in advance to avoid affecting your travel plans. Tourists who plan to take the Sunset Red Special Train in 2025 can make reservations as soon as possible. Friends who plan to participate in the Sunset Red Special Train for Middle-aged and Elderly Tourists to Xinjiang can consult and call the official booking center’s dedicated customer manager: Mai Zi 132 01333409 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information). Tourists who plan to take the special train can make reservations as soon as possible.
Booking and registration process for the Xinjiang Middle-aged and Elderly Sunset Red tourist train!
First: The Xinjiang tourist train is a tourism + train product that is not sold externally on the 12306 railway bureau’s official website but is sold through designated official travel agency channels approved by the railway bureau. Contact Manager Maizi at the official booking center for the Xinjiang Sunset Red tourist train: 132 01333409 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information). Tourists interested in the tourist train can book as soon as possible;
Second: How far in advance should I book the Xinjiang tourist train? The Xinjiang tourist train typically releases its specific departure schedule, itinerary, and fees from January to March each year, and bookings can be made that month. Since the Xinjiang tourist train does not depart every day but operates regularly each month, bookings must be made in advance. If you plan to participate in the tourist train at the last minute, there may not be any seats available.
Third: The Xinjiang tourist train products mainly cover the panoramic view of northern and southern Xinjiang (about 13 days), southern Xinjiang only (about 10 days), or northern Xinjiang only (about 8 days), with Urumqi Station as both the starting and ending point. Departure dates are generally from May to November, with different departure dates, plans, and products each month.
Fourth: After selecting the travel date and product, you can confirm your booking and registration. First, provide ID information (name + ID number). Secondly, pay the train ticket deposit first, and the balance must be paid 30 days before departure.
Fifth: After booking the Xinjiang tourist train, sign an electronic version of the unified contract on the national tourism supervision platform. Arrive in Urumqi according to the departure time, and our company provides 24/7 pick-up service. After arriving in Urumqi, our Xinjiang tourist train journey begins.
[Design Concept] A unique product with exclusive resources that cannot be replicated, fulfilling a dream of traveling across the Tianshan Mountains and throughout northern and southern Xinjiang. A comfortable 5,000-kilometer journey lying down and enjoying Xinjiang;
[Customized Train] A specially customized tourist train, no need to change seats or trains throughout the journey. The train follows the passengers, and large (non-valuable) luggage does not need to be unloaded;
[Highlight Attractions] Tianshan Heavenly Lake, Kanerjing, Flaming Mountain, Grape Valley, Mysterious Grand Canyon of Tianshan, Kuqa王府, Sleeping Hu Yang, Desert Gate, 359th Brigade Memorial Hall, Kashgar Old Town, Id Kah Mosque, Karakul Lake, Military Reclamation Museum, Zhou Enlai Monument, Duku Highway, Nalati Grasslands, Sayram Lake, Lavender Manor,怪石峪, Ancient Path Hot Springs, 185th Regiment White Sand Lake, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and other must-see attractions all covered;
[Special Arrangement] A self-driving highway that must be visited in one’s lifetime, connecting northern and southern Xinjiang, crossing the Tianshan Mountains – Duku Highway (Northern Section)
[Selected Hotels] Stay at locally selected three-star or three-diamond hotels. If there is a single male or female traveler, a triple room or extra bed will be arranged, or the guest can pay the room difference.
[Gourmet Delights] Includes twenty formal meals throughout the journey, with eight dishes and one soup per meal, ten people per table (specially arranged Burqin cold-water fish banquet)
[Special Gift] One men’s "Aidilai" ethnic flower hat; one Aidilai silk scarf for women; and a portion of Xinjiang dried fruit snacks for everyone!
[Exclusive for travelers] Provide you with free 24-hour train station, airport, pick-up/drop-off services!!!
Simplified itinerary for Xinjiang Middle-aged and Elderly Sunset Red Tourist Train – Gobi Cruise Ship
Day 1: Departure location – Urumqi
Day 2: Urumqi – Tianchi – Turpan
Day 3: Turpan – Flaming Mountain – Kanerjing – Grape Valley – Kuqa
Day 4: Kuqa – Kuqa Grand Canyon – Kuqa王府 (王府 should be translated based on context, here assumed as a royal palace) – Sleeping Hu Yang (assuming it refers to a specific attraction or activity) – Alar
Day 5: Alar – Desert Gate – 359th Brigade Memorial Hall – Aksu – Kashgar
Day 6: Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 7: Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Old Town – Id Kah Mosque – Kashgar – Shihezi
Day 8: The special train arrives in Shihezi at noon – Junken Museum – Zhou Enlai Monument – Shihezi
Day 9: Shihezi – Northern Section of Duku Highway – Nalati Scenic Area – Xinyuan
Day 10: Xinyuan – Sayram Lake – Bole/Shuanghe
Day 11: Bole/Shuanghe – Ancient Path Hot Springs – Guishi Valley – Bole – Beitun
Day 12: Beitun – West Sea Scenic Area – 185th Regiment Baisha Lake – Habahe/185th Regiment
Day 13: Habahe – Kanas – Burqin/Chonghuer
Day 14: Jiadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 15: Arrive in Urumqi – departure location
Schedule and prices
May 12, 25; June 8, 22
Hard sleeper, 6-person section located at both ends of the carriage
Upper bunk: 4680 yuan/person
Middle bunk: 5280 yuan/person
Lower bunk: 5880 yuan/person
Double-deck hard sleeper, 4-person compartment
Middle bunk: 5280 yuan/person
Lower bunk: 5880 yuan/person
July 6, 20; August 3, 17, 31; September 14, 28
Hard sleeper, 6-person section located at both ends of the carriage
Upper bunk: 5280 yuan/person
Middle bunk: 5880 yuan/person
Lower bunk: 6480 yuan/person
Double-deck hard sleeper, 4-person compartment
Middle bunk: 5880 yuan/person
Lower bunk: 6480 yuan/person
Official booking center for Xinjiang Sunset Red Tour Train: Manager Maizi (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information). Tourists on the special train can book as soon as possible.
Expenses included:
Travel transportation
Train tickets: Turpan-Kuqa-Kashgar-Shihezi, Bole-Beitun-Urumqi; sleeper tickets for the entire journey
Vehicles: Local transportation vehicles at tourist destinations (ensuring one seat per person, excluding transportation within scenic areas. Transportation is not included during free activities)
Hotel standard: Locally selected three-star or three-diamond hotels throughout the journey. Single rooms are not provided for the entire group. If a single room supplement is incurred, it will be at the tourist’s own expense.
Meals during the tour: 12 breakfasts and 20 lunches (group meals; no refund for unused meals)
Group meal standard: Ten people per table, eight dishes and one soup. Beverages are not included. If the number of people is less than 10, the portion size will be slightly reduced. The guide will arrange meals as appropriate
Note: Children under 1.2m do not occupy a bed and breakfast is not included, subject to the itinerary annotations.
Attraction tickets: Tickets to scenic areas listed in the itinerary and shuttle buses are not included throughout the journey
Guide service: Excellent Chinese-speaking guide service
Shopping at own expense: 1 shopping store throughout the journey. Shopping stores within scenic areas are operated by the scenic area itself and are not arranged by the travel agency.
Expenses not included
1. Transportation costs to and from Urumqi for each city
2. Expenses do not include entrance fees and shuttle buses for the listed attractions, nor self-paid entertainment projects within the scenic areas (list attached).
3. Personal expenses such as laundry, haircuts, phone calls, paid TV, beverages, tobacco, and alcohol in the hotel, as well as expenses arising from contaminated or damaged facilities
4. In case of changes, delays, stranding, or early termination of the team’s itinerary due to force majeure, the travel agency can handle it solely based on the situation at that time. If there are increases or decreases in expenses, refunds will be made to tourists for unincurred expenses; overspent expenses will be borne by tourists.
Regarding how to book tickets and register for the Tianshan tourist train, which city is the starting and ending point of the Tianshan tourist train, how much are the ticket prices, detailed descriptions of the train formation and carriages, and the annual schedule of the Tianshan tourist train have been released. Tourists who want to ride the Tianshan tourist train are welcome to consult the official train manager Maizi: 132 01333409 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
I. Introduction to Tianshan Train:
The ‘Tianshan’ tourist train adopts advanced 25G air-conditioned trainset formations. The interior decoration reflects both modernity and incorporates rich Xinjiang regional cultural elements. The train is equipped with various types of carriages, including comfortable hard sleeper carriages, luxurious soft sleeper carriages, fully functional dining cars, as well as bar cars and multi-functional leisure cars for entertainment and relaxation. These carriages not only meet the basic accommodation and dining needs of tourists but also add infinite fun and enjoyment to the journey.
[Design Concept]
Fulfill a dream of traveling across Tianshan Mountain and spanning northern and southern Xinjiang, making travel simple and happy. The train departs in the evening and arrives in the morning, saving you from a 5,000+ km Gobi Desert journey by car. It is comfortable and safe, with destinations being the most representative core scenic spots in Xinjiang, including snow-capped mountains, plateaus, lakes, deserts, Gobi Deserts, oases, grasslands, ancient villages, etc… Fulfilling your dream of spanning northern and southern Xinjiang.
[Customized Train]
A brand-new train route spanning the panorama of northern and southern Xinjiang. New route: Urumqi + Altay + Ili + Bortala + Turpan + Kuche + Aksu + Kashgar + Hotan. The train arrives at its destination in one stop without transfers, truly realizing a panoramic train journey across all of Xinjiang. The train moves with the passengers, no need to change berths throughout the journey. A golden route combining train and bus travel, replacing buses with trains for comfort and safety!
[Train Body]
In 2023, Urumqi Railway Bureau invested heavily to customize and brand newly create bar cars, entertainment cars, and dining cars for the ‘Tianshan’ tourist train. The train is equipped with hard sleeper cars and soft sleeper cars, providing a comprehensive service experience for your journey;
[Highlight Attractions]
A comprehensive tour of Kanas and Hemu; visit Tianshan Tianchi, encounter lavender fields, meet Jinghai – Sayram Lake; explore Nalati Grassland, the Mysterious Grand Canyon of Tianshan, Kuche王府 (王府, a historical mansion), Godwood Park, Karakul Lake, Kashgar Old Town, Id Kah Mosque, Desert Viewpoint, Hotan Old Town, Karez Wells, Flaming Mountain, and other essential attractions all in one go;
[Quality Assurance]
Form groups in Urumqi, travel in air-conditioned tourist buses with comfortable seats, enjoy attentive service, and be accompanied by excellent Chinese-speaking tour guides throughout the journey;
【精选酒店】
全程精选网评4钻酒店或4星酒店+贾登峪普通舒适型酒店，为您提供优质、舒适的休息环境；二、天山号行程安排：
第一天：出发地–乌鲁木齐 （接站入住酒店）
第二天：乌鲁木齐–天山天池–北屯
第三天：北屯–喀纳斯–贾登峪
第四天：贾登峪–禾木–北屯–精河
第五天：精河–赛里木湖–霍尔果斯–伊宁
第六天：伊宁–那拉提–伊宁–吐鲁番
第七天：吐鲁番（葡萄庄园–火焰山–坎儿井）–库车
第八天：库车–天山大峡谷–库车王府–阿克苏
第九天：阿克苏–神木园–喀什
第十天：喀什–卡拉库里湖–喀什
第十一天：喀什–老城–清真寺—喀什–和田
第十二天：沙漠观景台-和田团城-和田-乌鲁木齐
第十三天：晚抵达乌鲁木齐后，入住酒店
第十四天：根据返程航班、火车时刻送团三、票价信息：
天山号旅游专列提供了多种车厢类型和行程选择，以满足不同游客的需求。以下是具体的票价信息：
天山号（尊享版）
硬卧上铺：8580元/人
硬卧中铺：8880元/人
硬卧下铺：9180元/人
软卧上铺：10880元/人
软卧下铺：11280元/人
天山号（商务版，无独库）
商务单间：18980元/人
商务标间（1上1下独卫）：16980元/人
商务标间（平铺公卫）：15980元/人
商务标间（1上1下公卫）：14980元/人
商务四人间上铺：12580元/人
商务四人间下铺：12980元/人
天山号（商务版，独库北段）
商务单间：19680元/人
商务标间（1上1下独卫）：17680元/人
商务标间（平铺公卫）：16680元/人
商务标间（1上1下公卫）：15680元/人
商务四人间上铺：13280元/人
商务四人间下铺：13680元/人
四、天山号新疆旅游专列产品说明：天山号旅游专列是火车旅游专列与旅游产品相融合的旅游产品，不单独售卖火车票，需结合新疆旅游行程进行订票报名。天山号由乌鲁木齐铁路局专属打造中国品质旅游专列，并与旅行社联手打造一款旅游+火车专列产品，大家有计划参加预订天山号快车旅游专列的朋友们可以咨询拨打天山号官方订票中心专线客服：麦子132 01333409（复制添加好友免费咨询及索要详细路线资料）
5. Operating time of the Tianshan Train Xinjiang tourist train: From May to October, with the first departure on May 7 or May 1, and a departure every 15 days (specific dates may be adjusted, it is recommended to consult customer service for confirmation). The official booking center for the Tianshan Train has a dedicated customer service line: Maizi 132 01333409 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information).
6. Route of the Tianshan Train Xinjiang tourist train: Urumqi – Beitun – Yining – Turpan – Kuqa – Aksu – Kashgar – Urumqi, a train loop tour that covers the panoramic view of both northern and southern Xinjiang.
7. Scenic spots along the Tianshan Train Xinjiang tourist train: This tourist train passes through a wealth of tourist attractions, encompassing multiple popular scenic spots reflecting Xinjiang’s ‘three mountains and two basins’ geographical features, connecting Tianshan Heavenly Lake, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Kashgar Old Town, and many other scenic areas into a single route. During the trip, tourists enjoy ‘all-inclusive’ services, taking in snow-capped mountains, plateaus, lakes, deserts, gobis, oases, grasslands, villages, and other geographical and cultural landscapes, truly realizing a worry-free journey and enjoyable exploration of the entire Xinjiang region.
8. Services included in the Tianshan Train Xinjiang tourist train:
The price for the Tianshan Train from Urumqi includes train tickets, all meals, luxury hotel accommodation, air-conditioned transportation buses, excellent tour guide services, travel agency liability insurance, entrance tickets to scenic spots, scenic area shuttle buses, Urumqi pick-up and drop-off services, etc. Basically, apart from wanting to experience entertainment projects at scenic spots, there are no additional expenses required.
9. Tianshan Train booking process and booking precautions
1: Since the Tianshan Train is a customized tourist train, the official booking center for the Tianshan Train has a dedicated customer service line: Maizi 132 01333409 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information).
2: The Tianshan Train does not sell train tickets separately. They need to be booked together with tourism products. When booking, ID card information is required, and a unified electronic contract from the national tourism supervision platform must be signed.
3: Determine the specific price based on the travel date and the route selected. Prices may vary due to the different peak and off-peak seasons for tourism in Xinjiang and travel dates; select the appropriate travel time and tourism product.
4: Provide your personal name and ID card number to customer service to confirm the departure time and tourism product. Prepay the train ticket deposit, sign the unified electronic contract for national tourism service supervision, and complete the registration.
Since the Tianshan Train is a customized tourist train with regular departures, only 2 trains per month and 12 trains per year, it is recommended that you book in advance to avoid affecting your travel. Due to the difficulty of obtaining tickets for the Tianshan Train, based on sales and booking situations in recent years, it is recommended to consult customer service in advance to understand detailed itinerary arrangements and cost information in order to better plan your trip.