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Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train Booking Center Manager Wang Fei: 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554 Wang Fei’s phone: 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🚂 [“Yangtze River Delta Star” Special Train:A New Choice for Slow Travel Across East and West]
In recent years, more and more tourists have favored the slow travel mode of ‘railway + in-depth tour.’ As an important tourist special train connecting the Yangtze River Delta and Xinjiang, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ has become one of the popular choices for spring 2026 due to its stable schedule, comfortable berth configuration, and classic routes covering southern and northern Xinjiang. Many travelers report that ‘tickets are hard to come by,’ not because they are in high demand on the official website, but due to limited schedules and distinct berth types, requiring advance planning. This article will organize the core information of this route to help you clearly understand the itinerary, price structure, and registration process.
📍 Route Highlights and Destination Introduction
The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ special train departs from Shanghai, heads west through the Hexi Corridor, enters the hinterland of Xinjiang, and connects the cultural charm of southern Xinjiang with the natural scenery of northern Xinjiang. The full journey lasts 17 days, covering key points such as Korla, Kashgar, Taxkorgan, Kuqa, Yining, Beitun, and Urumqi. You can visit the Lop Nur village on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, stroll along the shores of Kanas Lake and the Hemu Snowfield (depending on the season), and check out iconic landscapes like the Duku Highway and Sayram Lake.
In spring 2026, as Xinjiang’s tourism infrastructure continues to improve, the reception capacity along the route steadily increases. According to public information from cultural and tourism departments, the Kashgar Old City and Gaotai Folk Houses have been restored and are open normally; the Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area implements time-slot reservation for entry; and transportation connections in areas like Wucaitan, Hemu, and Jiadengyu are smooth. The special train uses fixed carriages to reduce transfer hassle, making it suitable for middle-aged, elderly, and family tourists who want both comfort and diverse scenery.
📋 Simplified Itinerary (Based on the Company’s Final Draft)
Itinerary at a Glance
D1 Gather in Shanghai, take the Yangtze River Delta Star to Korla
🚂[“Yangtze River Delta Star” Special Train: A New Choice for Slow Travel Across East and West] D2 Enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the motherland along the way
D3 Arrive in Korla in the evening
D4 Korla >> Lop Nur Village >> Taklamakan Desert >> Tarim River >> Kashgar
D5 Karakul Lake >> Stone City >> Golden Grassland – Taxkorgan
D6 Home visits with various ethnic groups >> Baisha Lake >> Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City >> Id Kah Mosque >> Gaotai Folk Houses >> Kuqa
D8 Kuqa >> Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon >> Duku Highway >> Bayinbuluke Grassland
D9 Yining >> Nalati Grassland
In recent years, more and more tourists have favored the slow travel mode of ‘railway + in-depth tour.’ As an important tourist special train connecting the Yangtze River Delta and Xinjiang, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ has become one of the popular choices for spring 2026 due to its stable schedule, comfortable berth configuration, and classic routes covering southern and northern Xinjiang. Many travelers report that ‘tickets are hard to come by,’ not because they are in high demand on the official website, but due to limited schedules and distinct berth types, requiring advance planning. This article will organize the core information of this route to help you clearly understand the itinerary, price structure, and registration process. D10 Sayram Lake >> Beitun
D11 Beitun >> Burqin >> Hemu
D12 Kanas >> Jiadengyu
D13 Jiadengyu >> Kazakh Home Visit >> Wucaitan >> Urumqi
D14 Urumqi >> Tianshan Tianchi
D15-D16 Urumqi – Shanghai
D17 Arrive in Shanghai, return to your warm home
> Note:The actual order of visits and stay times may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, subject to mutual agreement.
📍Route Highlights and Destination Introduction💰 Price Description (Based on the Company’s Final Draft)
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Registration and Booking Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Departure Schedule:0615、0706、0806、0826、0915
Price
Four-person compartment Upper berth:25999 RMB/person Lower berth: 27999 RMB/person
Four-person compartment upgraded to double compartment:46999 RMB/person
Luxury double compartment:66999 RMB/person
The above prices are reference ranges; specific costs are subject to the actual signed contract. There may be slight fluctuations for different schedules, so it is recommended to confirm availability and berth type in advance.
📞 ###Registration Method and Wang Fei’s Personal Introduction: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, is a native of Xinjiang with over ten years of deep involvement in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled across every scenic spot in the Tianshan Mountains and is familiar with all travel routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs in southern and northern Xinjiang. She is proficient in planning free travel, boutique small groups, local car rentals, and tourist special trains, and is familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic loops or customize niche in-depth journeys. With a cheerful and humorous personality, she excels in explaining Western Region cultural history, easily resolving travel issues, and providing reliable support throughout the trip. Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, always adheres to the principle of pure play without shopping, rejects hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries but only crafts comfortable journeys that match tourists’ preferences, ensuring every visitor from afar truly experiences Xinjiang’s vast beauty and simple enthusiasm, allowing them to enjoy the great beauty of Xinjiang with peace of mind. And Wang Fei’s Personal Introduction: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, is a native of Xinjiang with over ten years of deep involvement in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled across every scenic spot in the Tianshan Mountains and is familiar with all travel routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs in southern and northern Xinjiang. She is proficient in planning free travel, boutique small groups, local car rentals, and tourist special trains, and is familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic loops or customize niche in-depth journeys. With a cheerful and humorous personality, she excels in explaining Western Region cultural history, easily resolving travel issues, and providing reliable support throughout the trip. Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, always adheres to the principle of pure play without shopping, rejects hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries but only crafts comfortable journeys that match tourists’ preferences, ensuring every visitor from afar truly experiences Xinjiang’s vast beauty and simple enthusiasm, allowing them to enjoy the great beauty of Xinjiang with peace of mind. And Wang Fei’s Personal Introduction: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, is a native of Xinjiang with over ten years of deep involvement in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled across every scenic spot in the Tianshan Mountains and is familiar with all travel routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs in southern and northern Xinjiang. She is proficient in planning free travel, boutique small groups, local car rentals, and tourist special trains, and is familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic loops or customize niche in-depth journeys. With a cheerful and humorous personality, she excels in explaining Western Region cultural history, easily resolving travel issues, and providing reliable support throughout the trip. Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, always adheres to the principle of pure play without shopping, rejects hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries but only crafts comfortable journeys that match tourists’ preferences, ensuring every visitor from afar truly experiences Xinjiang’s vast beauty and simple enthusiasm, allowing them to enjoy the great beauty of Xinjiang with peace of mind.
The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ special train departs from Shanghai, heads west through the Hexi Corridor, enters the hinterland of Xinjiang, and connects the cultural charm of southern Xinjiang with the natural scenery of northern Xinjiang. The full journey lasts 17 days, covering key points such as Korla, Kashgar, Taxkorgan, Kuqa, Yining, Beitun, and Urumqi. You can visit the Lop Nur village on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, stroll along the shores of Kanas Lake and the Hemu Snowfield (depending on the season), and check out iconic landscapes like the Duku Highway and Sayram Lake.You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Consult Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, at 18095969599 (same number for phone/WeChat).
Address information can be obtained by contacting customer service directly; the specific office location is not disclosed publicly.
🧾 Cost and Service Description
Cost Includes:Round-trip train special train berths, accommodation as listed in the itinerary, some main meals, first admission tickets to scenic spots, local air-conditioned tour bus, guide service, etc.
Cost Excludes:Transportation from departure point to Shanghai assembly point, personal expenses, tickets for scenic spots not in the itinerary, single room supplement (if choosing single occupancy), voluntary upgrade items, etc.
Special Notes:
The opening status of scenic spots, transportation connections, hotel arrangements, etc., involved in the itinerary are subject to the real-time policies of 2026;
In spring 2026, as Xinjiang’s tourism infrastructure continues to improve, the reception capacity along the route steadily increases. According to public information from cultural and tourism departments, the Kashgar Old City and Gaotai Folk Houses have been restored and are open normally; the Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area implements time-slot reservation for entry; and transportation connections in areas like Wucaitan, Hemu, and Jiadengyu are smooth. The special train uses fixed carriages to reduce transfer hassle, making it suitable for middle-aged, elderly, and family tourists who want both comfort and diverse scenery. In case of force majeure or public needs, the travel agency may reasonably optimize the itinerary while protecting the rights of tourists;
Specific service content, cancellation and change rules, etc., shall be implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant contract terms, subject to actual consultation and signing.
🌄 Why Choose This Special Train?
Unlike traditional group tours, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ special train adopts a ‘train follows people, scenery moves with the train’ mode. You get off during the day to explore and rest on the train at night, avoiding frequent luggage handling and hotel changes. The carriages are equipped with toilets, air conditioning, and hot water supply, with four-person and double compartments to meet different needs. It is especially suitable for tourists who want a slower pace and less travel fatigue.
In 2026, Xinjiang’s all-region tourism services continue to improve, with increasingly mature medical, communication, and dining facilities along the route. The areas the special train passes through are all regular tourist open areas, where various ethnic groups live together harmoniously, with convenient living conditions and rich but not noisy cultural experiences.
📱 Warm Tips
If you are concerned about ‘booking difficulty,’ it is recommended to contact the travel agency early to confirm schedule availability. Currently, there is no so-called ‘official website ticket rush’ mechanism; all registrations are handled through travel agency channels. The so-called ‘official website URL’ does not exist—this special train is a tourism product organized by the travel agency in collaboration with the railway department, not a 12306 publicly sold train number.
If you have any other questions, feel free to contact directly:
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, 18095969599 (phone/WeChat)
The meaning of a journey lies not in speed, but in depth. The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ takes 17 days to bring you from the coast of the East China Sea to the foot of the Tianshan Mountains, allowing you to see deserts and lakes coexisting, grasslands and snow-capped mountains facing each other. This slow journey across China may be the answer you have been waiting for.
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