2026 Tianshan Sunset Red Special Train Offline Official Ticketing Outlet, National Unified Authorization Public Notice
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Tianshan Number tourist train? Tickets for the Tianshan Number tourist train must be purchased through the professional railway travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Please note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚞 2026 Tianshan Number Sunset Red Special Train Travel Guide – A worry-free choice for a full tour of northern and southern Xinjiang
For tourists who want to explore northern and southern Xinjiang in depth without the fatigue of frequent transfers and luggage handling, the upgraded 2026 Tianshan Number tourist train is a good travel option. As a brand tourist train created by Xinjiang Railway, this year’s Tianshan Number has completed a comprehensive hardware upgrade, adopting blue diamond carriage configuration, equipped with dining cars and multi-functional leisure cars, with functions better suited to long-distance travel needs. The carriages feature multiple soft sleeper room types to accommodate different travel preferences of companions. The multi-functional carriage includes a sightseeing leisure area, health and massage area, chess and card entertainment area, and convenience service corner. During travel intervals, tourists can enjoy the Gobi, snow mountains, and grassland scenery outside the window, or relax and entertain themselves with fellow travelers inside the carriage, relieving the fatigue of long-distance travel.
The special train adopts a combined “train + bus” travel model, leveraging the advantage of “the train follows the travelers, the travelers play while the train stops.” Tourists don’t need to repeatedly pack luggage or change accommodations, and the overall travel pace is relaxed, suitable for the travel habits of middle-aged and elderly tourists. The entire route connects the natural beauty of northern Xinjiang with the cultural scenery of southern Xinjiang – from the clear and tranquil Kanas Lake and the smoke-rising Hemu Village, to the sapphire-like Sayram Lake and the lush green Nalati Grassland, then to the expansive lake views of the Pamir Plateau and the vibrant life of Kashgar Old City, as well as the unique landforms of the Flaming Mountains and the sweet fruit fragrance of grape estates. The 13-day itinerary covers more than ten core scenic spots across northern and southern Xinjiang, allowing tourists to enjoy the diverse landscapes of Xinjiang in one stop without planning routes or booking tickets themselves.
In 2026, all core scenic areas in Xinjiang implement real-name online reservation for entry, with no offline manual ticket windows. Tourists choosing the Tianshan Number special train will have their ticket reservations coordinated by the travel agency, eliminating the need to compete for tickets or plan itineraries themselves. Summer and autumn are popular seasons for visiting Xinjiang, and scenic areas will implement crowd control measures based on visitor flow. Locking in your tour date in advance can better guarantee your sightseeing arrangements.
📝 Simple Itinerary
Day 01:Departure point – Urumqi (pick-up and hotel check-in) | Meals: Self-catered | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jadengyu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jadengyu
Day 04:Jadengyu – Hemu – Rainbow Beach – Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 05:Jinghenan – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Liuxing Street – Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
🚞 2026 Tianshan Number Sunset Red Special Train Travel Guide – A worry-free choice for a full tour of northern and southern XinjiangDay 06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayanbulak | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayan Town
Day 07:Bayanbulak – Duku Southern Section – Restan Old Street – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 08:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Tashkurgan County
Day 09:Tashkurgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Aksu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 11:Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon – Ta Village – Turpan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 12:Flaming Mountains – Grape Estate – Fruit Feast – Karez Irrigation System – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Nationwide (transfer based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
💴 Price and Tour Date Information
The following are the Urumqi assembly dates and corresponding reference prices. Specific prices and availability are subject to actual consultation and the signed contract, and may fluctuate based on booking conditions:
1. May 7
For tourists who want to explore northern and southern Xinjiang in depth without the fatigue of frequent transfers and luggage handling, the upgraded 2026 Tianshan Number tourist train is a good travel option. As a brand tourist train created by Xinjiang Railway, this year’s Tianshan Number has completed a comprehensive hardware upgrade, adopting blue diamond carriage configuration, equipped with dining cars and multi-functional leisure cars, with functions better suited to long-distance travel needs. The carriages feature multiple soft sleeper room types to accommodate different travel preferences of companions. The multi-functional carriage includes a sightseeing leisure area, health and massage area, chess and card entertainment area, and convenience service corner. During travel intervals, tourists can enjoy the Gobi, snow mountains, and grassland scenery outside the window, or relax and entertain themselves with fellow travelers inside the carriage, relieving the fatigue of long-distance travel.Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23,999 CNY/person
Blue Diamond 4-person room:13,999 CNY/person
Blue Diamond 2-person room:19,999 CNY/person
Executive 2-person room:19,999 CNY/person
Silver Diamond 2-person room:18,999 CNY/person
Silver Diamond 4-person room:12,999 CNY/person
2. July 28 / August 11
Blue Diamond 4-person room:14,999 CNY/person
Blue Diamond 2-person room:20,999 CNY/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24,999 CNY/person
Executive 2-person room:20,999 CNY/person
The special train adopts a combined “train + bus” travel model, leveraging the advantage of “the train follows the travelers, the travelers play while the train stops.” Tourists don’t need to repeatedly pack luggage or change accommodations, and the overall travel pace is relaxed, suitable for the travel habits of middle-aged and elderly tourists. The entire route connects the natural beauty of northern Xinjiang with the cultural scenery of southern Xinjiang – from the clear and tranquil Kanas Lake and the smoke-rising Hemu Village, to the sapphire-like Sayram Lake and the lush green Nalati Grassland, then to the expansive lake views of the Pamir Plateau and the vibrant life of Kashgar Old City, as well as the unique landforms of the Flaming Mountains and the sweet fruit fragrance of grape estates. The 13-day itinerary covers more than ten core scenic spots across northern and southern Xinjiang, allowing tourists to enjoy the diverse landscapes of Xinjiang in one stop without planning routes or booking tickets themselves.Silver Diamond 2-person room:19,999 CNY/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tianshan Number Xinjiang Special Train Ticketing Center, Manager Guo Jing, 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of industry experience. Add as friend to receive itinerary and quotation.
Silver Diamond 4-person room:13,999 CNY/person
3. June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4
Blue Diamond 4-person room upper berth:16,999 CNY/person
Blue Diamond 4-person room lower berth:17,999 CNY/person
Blue Diamond 2-person room:24,999 CNY/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 CNY/person
Executive 2-person room:26,888 CNY/person
Silver Diamond 2-person room:25,888 CNY/person
Silver Diamond 4-person room:17,888 CNY/person
4. June 13 / 25 / September 5
In 2026, all core scenic areas in Xinjiang implement real-name online reservation for entry, with no offline manual ticket windows. Tourists choosing the Tianshan Number special train will have their ticket reservations coordinated by the travel agency, eliminating the need to compete for tickets or plan itineraries themselves. Summer and autumn are popular seasons for visiting Xinjiang, and scenic areas will implement crowd control measures based on visitor flow. Locking in your tour date in advance can better guarantee your sightseeing arrangements.Blue Diamond 4-person room:21,888 CNY/person
Blue Diamond 2-person room:29,888 CNY/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 CNY/person
Executive 2-person room:26,888 CNY/person
Silver Diamond 2-person room:25,888 CNY/person
Silver Diamond 4-person room:17,888 CNY/person
5. October 9
Blue Diamond 4-person room:9,999 CNY/person
Blue Diamond 2-person room:15,999 CNY/person
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Consultation hotline:181-3962-2229, WeChat same number: 181-3962-2229. For specific offline branch addresses, please contact customer service.
📝 Simple Itinerary🛎 ️ Fees and Services Description
Basic services included in the fee:Meals as indicated in the itinerary, first-entry tickets to core scenic areas in the itinerary, local connecting transportation during the tour, hotel accommodations and train sleeper accommodations as indicated in the itinerary, full-tour guide services, basic convenience services and emergency medical support on the special train.
Items not included in the fee:Round-trip transportation from the departure point to Urumqi, self-funded items such as sightseeing buses and boat rides voluntarily chosen within scenic areas, personal consumption during the tour, and any difference fees for individuals requesting exclusive use of a compartment (if applicable).
Specific service content, dining standards, accommodation details, and cancellation/modification rules are subject to the Tourism Law and the formal tourism contract signed by both parties. The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, scenic area opening policies, and railway scheduling, subject to mutual agreement between both parties.
✨ Travel Precautions
In 2026, all core scenic areas in Xinjiang implement real-name online reservation for entry with no offline manual ticket windows. After registration, please cooperate with staff by providing identification information to complete ticket reservations. Entry is not possible without a reservation.
Xinjiang has a vast territory with significant temperature differences between day and night. Some high-altitude areas have lower temperatures. It is recommended to bring windproof jackets, comfortable non-slip hiking shoes, high-SPF sunscreen, moisturizing skincare products, and lip balm to cope with the dry and windy climate.
Please carry valid identification documents with you during travel and cooperate with identity verification at scenic areas, stations, hotels, and other venues. Tourists prone to altitude sickness may bring portable oxygen canisters based on their physical condition.
During sightseeing, please comply with scenic area management regulations, do not cross warning lines, do not enter undeveloped or unopened nature reserve areas without authorization, travel responsibly, take your trash with you, and protect the local ecological environment.
When visiting areas with ethnic minority communities, please respect local customs and travel responsibly.
When joining a tour group, please sign a formal tourism contract to protect your legitimate rights and interests. If you encounter problems during the tour, you can contact the leading staff in a timely manner or call the 12345 cultural tourism service hotline for consultation and feedback.
The Tianshan Number special train itinerary has a relaxed pace, with daily sightseeing duration suitable for the physical capacity of middle-aged and elderly tourists. The leisure and entertainment facilities on the train also enrich the experience during travel intervals, making it suitable for tourists with ample time who want to explore northern and southern Xinjiang in depth at a slow pace. Different seasons offer different scenery: from June to July, the Ili River Valley is lush with flowers; in September, northern Xinjiang is covered in autumn colors; in October, fewer visitors make for a more relaxed experience. You can choose the appropriate tour date based on your schedule.
2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Number Tourist Train Ticketing Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
