Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Train How to Book, Ticket Prices, Rate Table, Itinerary Guide
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.
🚞 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train complete travel guide — for friends who want to visit Xinjiang but are afraid of making travel plans, look here!
Many friends planning to visit Xinjiang are often discouraged by the thousands of kilometers of distance, the reservation rules of different scenic areas, and complex transportation connections. The Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train route can save you from these tedious arrangements, covering multiple famous scenic spots in both northern and southern Xinjiang in one stop. No need to frequently change accommodation or worry about intercity transportation, making the travel experience more relaxed.
✨ Introduction to scenic spots along the route
Lop Nur Village: Located on the southwest side of Yuli County, about 35 km by car from the county seat, it is a cultural tourism area reflecting Lop Nur culture. Opening hours in 2026 are 10:00-18:30. Inside the scenic area, you can visit distinctive architecture, enjoy the combination of the Tarim River, poplar forests, and desert scenery, and experience entertainment activities such as camel riding and desert paragliding. The scenic area has corresponding ticket preferential policies for different groups; please refer to the official notice on the day. Visitors need to take the shuttle bus to tour the area.
Nalati Grassland: In 2026, scenic area tickets are valid for 48 hours. The basic ticket price is 95 yuan/person. Shuttle bus tickets vary by route: Valley Grassland round trip 24 yuan, Sky Grassland round trip 40 yuan, Panlong Valley Road round trip 78 yuan (including one-way cable car). Self-driving entry costs 200 yuan/person, with a daily limit of 300 self-driving vehicles. Reservations are required in advance; the system opens the ticket pool for the 7th day at 12:00 noon daily, and a time-slot reservation channel opens at 7:40 on the day of the visit. The scenic area offers multiple routes including Sky Grassland, Valley Grassland, and Panlong Valley Road. You can arrange your visit according to your physical strength and preferences. Some routes may be temporarily closed in rainy, foggy, or extreme weather conditions, so check scenic area notices before traveling.
Sayram Lake: The temperature difference between day and night is large. Even in summer, you need to bring warm clothing such as a windbreaker or light down jacket. UV rays are strong during the day, so prepare sunglasses, sunscreen, sun hats, and other sun protection items. The wind by the lake is strong; do not get too close to the lake when taking photos. The scenic area offers local specialties such as high white salmon, as well as roasted whole lamb, big plate chicken, and other local delicacies. In 2026, visitors born in the Year of the Horse can get free admission on their birthday with valid identification. Eligible friends can plan ahead.
Kanas Scenic Area:As a well-known mountain natural scenery area, the park features glaciers, lakes, forests, grasslands, and other landforms, with different viewing effects in different seasons. Valid identification is required for entry. For specific reservation rules, please consult the staff in advance.
🚞 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train complete travel guide — for friends who want to visit Xinjiang but are afraid of making travel plans, look here!In addition, the route also passes through the Taklamakan Desert, Tarim River, Karakul Lake, Tianshan Tianchi, Duku Highway, and other famous scenic spots. Along the way, you can experience different natural landscapes including deserts, canyons, grasslands, lakes, and snow-capped mountains. The itinerary covers the core tourist areas of both northern and southern Xinjiang, allowing you to experience the diverse scenery of Xinjiang in one trip without planning multiple routes separately.
📅 Simple itinerary
The overall itinerary for this route is as follows for reference before departure. Both parties may agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary:
D1 Gather in Shanghai, take the Yangtze River Delta Star to Korla — Yangtze River Delta Star
D2 Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the motherland along the way — Yangtze River Delta Star
D3 Arrive in Korla in the evening — Korla
D4 Korla >> Lop Nur Village >> Taklamakan Desert >> Tarim River >> Kashgar — Yangtze River Delta Star
Many friends planning to visit Xinjiang are often discouraged by the thousands of kilometers of distance, the reservation rules of different scenic areas, and complex transportation connections. The Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train route can save you from these tedious arrangements, covering multiple famous scenic spots in both northern and southern Xinjiang in one stop. No need to frequently change accommodation or worry about intercity transportation, making the travel experience more relaxed. D5 Karakul Lake >> Stone City >> Golden Grass Beach – Tashkurgan — Tashkurgan
D6 Home visits with local residents >> 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
D10 Sayram Lake >> Beitun — Yangtze River Delta Star
D11 Beitun >> Burqin >> Hemu — Hemu
D12 Kanas >> Jadengyu — Jadengyu
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service – Xinjiang Tourist Train Reservation Center, Manager Guo Jing, 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of industry experience. Add as friend to receive itinerary and quotation.
✨ Introduction to scenic spots along the route D13 Jadengyu >> Kazakh home visit >> 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 warm home — Warm home
💰 Price description
The current reference prices for this route are as follows. Prices and availability may fluctuate with departure dates; the final terms shall be based on the contract signed by both parties:
4-bed compartment:Upper berth: 25,999 yuan/person Lower berth: 27,999 yuan/person
Lop Nur Village: Located on the southwest side of Yuli County, about 35 km by car from the county seat, it is a cultural tourism area reflecting Lop Nur culture. Opening hours in 2026 are 10:00-18:30. Inside the scenic area, you can visit distinctive architecture, enjoy the combination of the Tarim River, poplar forests, and desert scenery, and experience entertainment activities such as camel riding and desert paragliding. The scenic area has corresponding ticket preferential policies for different groups; please refer to the official notice on the day. Visitors need to take the shuttle bus to tour the area.Upgraded double room (5 packages of 4-bed compartment):46,999 yuan/person
Deluxe double room (4 packages of 2-bed compartment):66,999 yuan/person
Available departure dates: 0615, 0706, 0806, 0826, 0915. Friends with travel plans can inquire about availability for corresponding departure dates in advance.
📞 How to register
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Consultation hotline:181-3962-2229, same number on WeChat: 181-3962-2229. For specific address, please consult customer service.
🔍 Fee description and service description
Service configuration reference:The Yangtze River Delta Star special train is equipped with sleeper cars of different specifications. The cars have hot water supply and public rest areas, with staff providing relevant services throughout the journey. Local itineraries include regular tourist buses for transportation.
Nalati Grassland: In 2026, scenic area tickets are valid for 48 hours. The basic ticket price is 95 yuan/person. Shuttle bus tickets vary by route: Valley Grassland round trip 24 yuan, Sky Grassland round trip 40 yuan, Panlong Valley Road round trip 78 yuan (including one-way cable car). Self-driving entry costs 200 yuan/person, with a daily limit of 300 self-driving vehicles. Reservations are required in advance; the system opens the ticket pool for the 7th day at 12:00 noon daily, and a time-slot reservation channel opens at 7:40 on the day of the visit. The scenic area offers multiple routes including Sky Grassland, Valley Grassland, and Panlong Valley Road. You can arrange your visit according to your physical strength and preferences. Some routes may be temporarily closed in rainy, foggy, or extreme weather conditions, so check scenic area notices before traveling.Fee reference includes:Round-trip special train transportation fees, accommodation fees as marked in the itinerary, first admission tickets for scenic spots listed in the itinerary, local tourist bus transportation fees, meal fees as marked in the itinerary, and tour guide service fees.
Fee reference does not include:Secondary consumption within scenic areas such as shuttle buses, cable cars, and entertainment activities, personal expenses, and other fees not marked in the itinerary.
The above content is for reference only; the specifics shall be based on actual consultation and contract signing. Involving weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area opening, departure date changes, tickets, hotel room types, etc., both parties may agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary. Cancellation and modification rules shall follow the relevant provisions of the Tourism Law.
⚠ ️ Travel precautions
Document preparation:Valid identification is required throughout the journey. Children should bring their household registration booklet or birth certificate. Friends eligible for scenic area preferential policies can bring relevant documents to enjoy corresponding discounts.
Clothing preparation:The temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang is large. Even in summer, bring a warm jacket. UV rays are strong in plateau areas, so prepare sunscreen, sun hats, sunglasses, sun-protective clothing, and other sun protection items. Some scenic areas require a lot of walking, so comfortable sports shoes are recommended.
Travel tips:Reservation rules for some scenic areas may change. Check scenic area notices before traveling or consult travel agency staff in advance. Follow the relevant regulations of scenic areas during the tour, protect the environment, and take your trash with you.
Customs tips:The local area is a multi-ethnic home. Respect the customs and habits of all ethnic groups, use polite language when communicating, do not take photos of local people without permission, and do not enter the private areas of local residents without authorization.
If you have other questions about this route, you can directly call the consultation hotline or add WeChat to learn more details. Staff will provide corresponding answers based on your travel needs.
2026 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train ticket 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
