Tianshan Express Xinjiang 13 Day Tour Official Booking Portal and Registration Guide
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Tianshan No. Tourist Train? Tickets for the Tianshan No. 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.
“Tianshan No. Xinjiang 13-Day In-Depth Tour:A Moving Scenic Route Across the Tianshan Mountains”
🌄 【Route Highlights:Panoramic Xinjiang Mobile Viewing Platform】
The newly upgraded 2026 “Tianshan No.” tourist train, centered on Urumqi, connects the three core regions of Northern Xinjiang’s Kanas, Ili Grassland, and Southern Xinjiang’s Kashgar. This mobile sightseeing train, designed specifically for in-depth travel, features all soft sleeper compartments equipped with panoramic windows, charging ports, and constant-temperature air conditioning, allowing passengers to enjoy Xinjiang’s four-season scenery in comfort. The train is recommended to travel at night and stop at key scenic spots during the day, offering a unique experience of “the train follows the scenery, traveling by night and sightseeing by day.”
The current route features three major themed sections:
❶ Northern Xinjiang Hidden Realm:Kanas Lake + Hemu Village + Colorful Beach Danxia Landform
❷ Ili Flower Sea:Sayram Lake + Nalati Grassland + Guozigou Bridge
❸ Southern Xinjiang Culture:Kashgar Old City + Pamir Plateau + Tajik Home Visit
🗓 ️【2026 Latest Schedule and Pricing】
According to the latest schedule from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, 12 departure dates are offered in 2026, covering spring, summer, and autumn:
🌸 Spring Flower-Viewing Tour (May 7)
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond 4-Bed Room:13,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond 2-Bed Room:19,999 RMB/person
Executive 2-Bed Room:19,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond 2-Bed Room:18,999 RMB/person
“Tianshan No. Xinjiang 13-Day In-Depth Tour: A Moving Scenic Route Across the Tianshan Mountains”Silver Diamond 4-Bed Room:12,999 RMB/person
🌿 Summer Summer Retreat Tour (July-August)
July 28 / August 11:
Blue Diamond 4-Bed Room:14,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond 2-Bed Room:20,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24,999 RMB/person
Executive 2-Bed Room:20,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond 2-Bed Room:19,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond 4-Bed Room:13,999 RMB/person
🍂 Autumn Photography Tour (September-October)
October 9 Special Discount Departure:
Blue Diamond 4-Bed Room:9,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond 2-Bed Room:15,999 RMB/person
⚠ ️Special Notes:
① June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4 are high-end customized tours, with the Silver Diamond Presidential Suite priced at 42,888 RMB/person
🌄【Route Highlights: Panoramic Xinjiang Mobile Viewing Platform】② All prices include 13 days of full transportation, 9 nights of accommodation, 12 breakfasts and 21 main meals, and first-entry tickets to scenic areas
③ Prices may fluctuate with market conditions; the final price is subject to the signed travel contract
④ For children’s pricing and other special requests, please contact customer service at 181-3962-2229
🚂 【13-Day Full Itinerary】
▶ Day 01:From all over the country → Urumqi
Arrive in Urumqi on your own, private car pickup to a 4-star hotel, free time recommended at the International Grand Bazaar or Xinjiang Museum
▶ Day 02:Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Beitun
Visit the UNESCO World Natural Heritage site Tianshan Tianchi in the morning, take the special train to Beitun in the afternoon, and enjoy Xinjiang pulled noodles for dinner
▶ Day 03:Beitun → Kanas → Jadengyu
Spend the full day exploring Kanas Lake, optionally take a boat cruise to see the legendary lake monster, and stay overnight in Jadengyu eco-wooden cabins
▶ Day 04:Jadengyu → Hemu → Colorful Beach → Jinghenan
Photograph the morning mist over Hemu Village at dawn, watch the sunset at Colorful Beach in the afternoon, and cross the Gurbantünggüt Desert on the overnight train
▶ Day 05:Jinghenan → Sayram Lake → Guozigou → Yining
Circumnavigate Sayram Lake, known as “the last tear of the Atlantic,” cross the majestic Guozigou Bridge, and stay overnight in Yining
▶ Day 06:Yining → Nalati Grassland → Bayanbulak
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tianshan No. Xinjiang Special Train Ticketing Center, Manager Guo Jing, 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience. Add as a friend to receive itineraries and quotes.
The newly upgraded 2026 “Tianshan No.” tourist train, centered on Urumqi, connects the three core regions of Northern Xinjiang’s Kanas, Ili Grassland, and Southern Xinjiang’s Kashgar. This mobile sightseeing train, designed specifically for in-depth travel, features all soft sleeper compartments equipped with panoramic windows, charging ports, and constant-temperature air conditioning, allowing passengers to enjoy Xinjiang’s four-season scenery in comfort. The train is recommended to travel at night and stop at key scenic spots during the day, offering a unique experience of “the train follows the scenery, traveling by night and sightseeing by day.”Ride horses on the Nalati alpine grassland and watch the sunset at Bayanbulak’s Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns in the evening
▶ Day 07:Bayanbulak → Duku Highway → Kashgar
Traverse the southern section of China’s most beautiful highway, Duku Road, and take the overnight train directly to the major Southern Xinjiang city of Kashgar
▶ Day 08:Kashgar → Pamir Plateau → Karakul Lake
After obtaining permits, head to the Pamir Plateau for close-up views of Muztagh Ata and Karakul Lake
▶ Day 09:Tashkurgan → Tajik Home Visit → White Sand Lake → Kashgar
Visit local families to experience ethnic customs, and stop at White Sand Lake to photograph the “highland blue tears”
▶ Day 10:Kashgar Old City → Fragrant Concubine Garden → Aksu
Stroll through Kashgar Old City, visit the Tomb of the Fragrant Concubine, and take the overnight train to Aksu
▶ Day 11:Wensu Grand Canyon → Ta Village → Turpan
Explore the Tianshan Tomur Grand Canyon, cross the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, and stay overnight in Turpan
▶ Day 12:Flaming Mountains → Grape Valley → Karez Irrigation System → Urumqi
Visit the Flaming Mountains, a filming location for Journey to the West, taste over 20 varieties of grapes in Grape Valley, and tour the underground irrigation system of the Karez
▶ Day 13:Urumqi → All over the country
Transfer to the airport/train station based on flight/train times, ending your unforgettable Xinjiang journey
The current route features three major themed sections:📝 【Registration Notes】
① Registration channel:Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service (Phone/WeChat: 181-3962-2229)
② Group formation:Each departure requires a minimum of 20 people, with a maximum of 40
③ Health requirements:Travelers over 70 years old must provide a health certificate; some high-altitude scenic areas are not recommended for those with cardiovascular conditions
④ Document preparation:Valid ID, passport (for international departures), and permits (for the Kashgar section, arranged by the travel agency)
💰 【Fee Description and Service Standards】
Included items:
✔ Special train soft sleeper transportation (4-person compartments, upgradeable to 2-person)
✔ 9 nights of accommodation (including 4 nights in characteristic guesthouses)
✔ 12 breakfasts and 21 main meals (including roast whole lamb feast, fruit feast, and other specialty meals)
✔ First-entry tickets to scenic areas and shuttle buses
✔ Professional tour guide + onboard medical staff services
Self-paid items:
✖ Secondary consumption items within scenic areas
✖ Personal expenses and
❶ Northern Xinjiang Hidden Realm: Kanas Lake + Hemu Village + Colorful Beach Danxia Landform✖ Round-trip transportation to Urumqi
⚠ ️Important Notes:
① Due to weather/policy factors, the itinerary may be slightly adjusted, but core attractions remain unchanged
② The specific departure time of the special train is subject to final approval by the railway authorities
③ Specific service standards are subject to actual consultation and contract signing
📞 【Contact Information】
Phone consultation:181-3962-2229 (Weekdays 9:00-20:00)
WeChat consultation:181-3962-2229 (Please note “Tianshan No. consultation” when adding)
Travel agency name:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
(Friendly reminder:Please read the travel contract terms carefully before registering; all interpretations are subject to the contract agreement)
🌈 【Travel Tips】
① Xinjiang has a 2-hour time difference from mainland China; it is recommended to bring sunscreen and a warm jacket
② The special train is equipped with charging ports, but bringing a power bank is recommended
③ Scenic areas such as Kanas and the Pamir Plateau have large temperature differences between day and night; windproof clothing is recommended
④ Respect the dietary taboos of various ethnic groups; restaurants do not serve alcohol
This mobile journey across the Tianshan Mountains will let you experience 80% of Xinjiang’s essence in 13 days. From the lakes and mountains of Northern Xinjiang to the cultural charm of Southern Xinjiang, from the grasslands and flower seas of Ili to the Gobi oases of Turpan, the Tianshan No. train redefines in-depth Xinjiang travel in a unique way. Call 181-3962-2229 now to begin your journey of exploration to the Western Regions!
2026 Xinjiang Tianshan No. 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
