Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Train Pricing, How to Book, Registration, Ticket Prices, Official Channels

How to buy tickets for the 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train? For the tourist train from Shanghai to Xinjiang, tickets must be purchased through the railway’s professional and regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Manager Guo Jing of the Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train Department, 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.
✨ Want to take a leisurely tour of the unique scenery of southern and northern Xinjiang in 2026 without frequently packing luggage or rushing to long-distance buses? The Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train is a choice for many travelers. This special route departing from Shanghai connects multiple featured attractions in southern and northern Xinjiang, adopting a mode of sightseeing by day and traveling by night. While you rest, the train moves smoothly, and during the day you can get off for in-depth tours. The itinerary has a relaxed pace, suitable for family trips, gatherings with friends and relatives, or travelers with plenty of time.
🔹 Route and Destination Highlights
This route covers featured attractions of various landform types in Xinjiang, allowing visitors to experience different northwestern scenery at once.
First, the Luoburen Village in the southern Xinjiang section is located at the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, close to the Tarim River. Visitors can see the unique landscape combining desert, river, and poplar trees, and learn about the local traditional way of life. The Taklamakan Desert is one of China’s largest deserts, with diverse dune shapes and rich light and shadow layers at sunrise and sunset, making it ideal for photography. Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, and the lake water color changes with the light. Nearby, the Stone City has a long history, and the Golden Grassland is lush in summer, complementing the distant snow mountains. The old city of Kashgar retains its traditional street layout with winding alleys, offering a strong sense of local life. The Id Kah Mosque has a unique architectural style and is a well-known cultural attraction in the area.
As a scenic highway connecting southern and northern Xinjiang, the Duku Highway is expected to open in mid-June 2026 and is recommended for non-commercial small passenger vehicles with 7 seats or fewer. Along the way, visitors can see snow mountains, forests, grasslands, canyons, and other diverse landscapes. This itinerary includes a visit to the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon near the Duku Highway, where the canyon walls are reddish-brown with unique textures, offering a great hiking experience. Bayanbulak Grassland is flat and open, with the Kaidu River winding through it. The Nalati Grassland features rich layered mountain meadow landscapes, with wildflowers blooming everywhere in summer. Sayram Lake is surrounded by mountains with clear water, and touring around the lake offers different views of the lake and snow mountain reflections.
In the northern Xinjiang section, Hemu Village is nestled in a valley with scattered wooden houses, and the morning mist scenery is loved by many photography enthusiasts. The lake water in Kanas Scenic Area changes color with the seasons, and the surrounding forests and snow mountains create beautiful scenery. During the 2026 peak season, Kanas, Hemu, and other scenic areas generally require transfer to shuttle buses, and normal visits can be made with advance reservation. Tianchi (Heavenly Lake) at the foot of Bogda Peak has a calm surface surrounded by spruce forests and is one of Xinjiang’s most famous attractions.
The special train itself is quite comfortable. The entire train features compartment-style sleeper berths, each equipped with a private bathroom. There is also a multi-functional entertainment carriage for passengers to relax, and a dining car offering a variety of meals. Special dietary needs can be communicated to the staff in advance. Each train also has onboard medical staff to promptly handle any sudden health issues during the journey. Large luggage can be left on the train, so there is no need to carry it every time you change accommodation, saving energy.
🔹 Brief Itinerary
The itinerary for this route is arranged as follows. Due to factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement:

✨ Want to take a leisurely tour of the unique scenery of southern and northern Xinjiang in 2026 without frequently packing luggage or rushing to long-distance buses? The Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train is a choice for many travelers. This special route departing from Shanghai connects multiple featured attractions in southern and northern Xinjiang, adopting a mode of sightseeing by day and traveling by night. While you rest, the train moves smoothly, and during the day you can get off for in-depth tours. The itinerary has a relaxed pace, suitable for family trips, gatherings with friends and relatives, or travelers with plenty of time.D1 Gather in Shanghai, take the Yangtze River Delta Star to Korla – Yangtze River Delta Star
D2 Enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the motherland along the way – Yangtze River Delta Star
D3 Arrive in Korla in the evening – Korla
D4 Korla >> Luoburen Village >> Taklamakan Desert >> Tarim River >> Kashgar – Yangtze River Delta Star
D5 Karakul Lake >> Stone City >> Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan – Tashkurgan
D6 Ethnic family visits >> Baisha Lake >> Kashgar – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City >> Id Kah Mosque >> Gaotai Folk Houses >> Kuqa – Yangtze River Delta Star
D8 Kuqa >> Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon >> Duku Highway >> Bayanbulak Grassland – Bayan Town
D9 Yining >> Nalati Grassland – Yining

🔹 Route and Destination Highlights D10 Sayram Lake >> Beitun – Yangtze River Delta Star
D11 Beitun >> Burqin >> Hemu – Hemu
D12 Kanas >> Jadengyu – Jadengyu
D13 Jadengyu >> Ethnic family visits >> Colorful Beach >> Urumqi – Yangtze River Delta Star
D14 Urumqi >> Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi
D15-D16 Urumqi – Shanghai – Yangtze River Delta Star
D17 Arrive in Shanghai, return to the warm home – Warm home
🔹 Price Description
The currently announced 2026 departure dates and reference prices are as follows. Prices and berth availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with departure dates. The signed contract between both parties shall prevail:
4-berth compartment:Upper berth 25,999 yuan/person, lower berth 27,999 yuan/person

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service – Xinjiang Tourist Train Booking Center, Manager Guo Jing, 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience. Add as friend to receive itinerary and quotation.
This route covers featured attractions of various landform types in Xinjiang, allowing visitors to experience different northwestern scenery at once.Upgraded double room (5 compartments with 4-berth rooms):46,999 yuan/person
Deluxe double room (4 compartments with 2-berth rooms):66,999 yuan/person
Available departure dates:0615、0706、0806、0826、0915
🔹 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Consultation hotline: 181-3962-2229. You can also add the same WeChat account 181-3962-2229 for details. The specific office address can be obtained from customer service. After confirming your travel intention and departure date, sign a formal travel contract to complete the registration process.
🔹 Fee Description and Service Description
The reference scope of fees included:
1. Usage fee for the corresponding sleeper berth on the special train
2. Hotel accommodation costs listed in the itinerary

First, the Luoburen Village in the southern Xinjiang section is located at the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, close to the Tarim River. Visitors can see the unique landscape combining desert, river, and poplar trees, and learn about the local traditional way of life. The Taklamakan Desert is one of China’s largest deserts, with diverse dune shapes and rich light and shadow layers at sunrise and sunset, making it ideal for photography. Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, and the lake water color changes with the light. Nearby, the Stone City has a long history, and the Golden Grassland is lush in summer, complementing the distant snow mountains. The old city of Kashgar retains its traditional street layout with winding alleys, offering a strong sense of local life. The Id Kah Mosque has a unique architectural style and is a well-known cultural attraction in the area.3. Meal costs marked in the itinerary
4. First admission tickets for scenic spots listed in the itinerary and scenic area shuttle bus fees
5. Tourist bus usage fees during the local sightseeing phase
6. Service fees for tour guides and staff throughout the trip
7. Basic onboard medical service fees
8. Travel accident insurance fees
The reference scope of fees not included:
1. Transportation costs for travelers to and from the assembly point
2. Personal consumption in hotels (such as laundry, minibar items, paid communication, etc.)

As a scenic highway connecting southern and northern Xinjiang, the Duku Highway is expected to open in mid-June 2026 and is recommended for non-commercial small passenger vehicles with 7 seats or fewer. Along the way, visitors can see snow mountains, forests, grasslands, canyons, and other diverse landscapes. This itinerary includes a visit to the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon near the Duku Highway, where the canyon walls are reddish-brown with unique textures, offering a great hiking experience. Bayanbulak Grassland is flat and open, with the Kaidu River winding through it. The Nalati Grassland features rich layered mountain meadow landscapes, with wildflowers blooming everywhere in summer. Sayram Lake is surrounded by mountains with clear water, and touring around the lake offers different views of the lake and snow mountain reflections.3. Self-funded items and personal consumption not mentioned in the itinerary
4. Other expenses incurred due to personal reasons
The above content is for reference only. Please refer to actual consultation and the signed contract for specifics. Additionally, please note that some scenic areas and highways in Xinjiang may be subject to temporary changes due to weather, road conditions, policies, and other factors. The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement.
🔹 Travel Precautions
1. In 2026, the Xinjiang border management area pass has fully transitioned to electronic version, and paper passes are no longer issued. Mainland residents aged 16 and above can apply online through the “Immigration 12367” APP or WeChat/Alipay mini-programs. The pass is valid for 3 months and must be presented together with a valid ID when used.
2. The Duku Highway is expected to open to traffic in mid-June 2026 and close in mid-October. It is recommended for non-commercial small passenger vehicles with 7 seats or fewer. Some sections have no mobile signal. Before visiting, you can download offline maps in advance and bring sufficient drinking water and emergency supplies.
3. Popular scenic areas such as Kanas, Nalati, and Sayram Lake implement a reservation system during the 2026 peak season. Visitors can make reservations in advance through the corresponding scenic area mini-programs. It is recommended to pay attention to scenic area announcements before departure to avoid affecting your visit.
4. Xinjiang has a vast territory with large temperature differences between day and night. Even in summer, it is recommended to bring light jackets, long pants, and other clothing. Some plateau areas have strong ultraviolet rays, so you may prepare sunscreen clothing, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, and other sun protection items.
5. Before departure, you can prepare common medicines according to your physical condition. Travelers with chronic diseases should inform the staff in advance when registering so that the travel agency can evaluate and provide appropriate advice.
6. Comply with Xinjiang’s “civilized travel” requirements. Sign a formal contract when joining the tour, fasten your seatbelt throughout the ride, do not leave the group without permission during outdoor activities, do not enter undeveloped or unopened areas, do not cross safety lines when taking photos, do not litter, do not use fire illegally in forest and grassland areas, and promptly contact the tour guide or staff in case of emergencies. You can also call the 12345 tourism complaint hotline for consultation and feedback.
If you want to learn more about route details and berth availability for different compartments, you can directly call the consultation hotline or add WeChat to communicate. After confirming all travel needs, you can sign a formal contract.
2026 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train ticket booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Xinjiang Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase