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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.
🏝️ The exclusive choice for retired friends traveling to Xinjiang for leisure in 2026 is here! Many retired friends want to slowly explore Xinjiang’s lakes, mountains, ancient city streets, but worry about the exhausting transfers, the hassle of carrying luggage during connections, and the tight itinerary being too much for their health. The “Tianshan Number” 13-day in-depth tour of northern and southern Xinjiang is perfectly suited for slow-paced travel needs – no frequent hotel changes, no dragging luggage to catch trains, and you can easily visit all the core attractions of both northern and southern Xinjiang.
Detailed introduction to the route and destinations
As a special tourist train specifically designed for long-distance travel needs, the “Tianshan Number” has made many service optimizations for elderly travelers in 2026: no changing fixed berths throughout the journey, large luggage can be stored directly on the train, and you only need to carry a small bag during daytime sightseeing, eliminating the hassle of frequent transfers and luggage handling; medical staff accompany the entire journey, equipped with convenience facilities such as medical kits and wheelchairs – you can seek help at any time if you feel unwell during the trip; the train meals have been specially adapted with less oil and salt while incorporating local Xinjiang flavors, taking care of elderly friends’ dietary health while allowing you to taste authentic local cuisine; the carriages are also equipped with chess and card tables, massage chairs, and leisure viewing areas, so you can chat and play chess with fellow travelers during transit, and watch the flowing Gobi desert and snow-capped mountain scenery outside the window – the journey never feels monotonous.
This itinerary connects more than ten core scenic areas across northern and southern Xinjiang. Here are the latest 2026 visiting policies for each scenic area you can learn about in advance:
Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area: In 2026 peak season (April 1 to October 31), the ticket price is 95 yuan/person. The scenic area implements a one-ticket-two-day policy, allowing entry on both the day of ticket verification and the following day. Seniors over 65 years old can enter free of charge with valid identification, and seniors aged 60 to 64 can enjoy half-price tickets. The scenic area has gentle sightseeing walkways, and you can rest at rest stops whenever you get tired.
Kanas Scenic Area: In 2026, attractions such as Guanyu Terrace and Three Bays will be open normally. The scenic area’s sightseeing buses can reach all viewpoints directly, so you can enjoy the natural scenery of lakes and primeval forests without walking too much. Haden Observation Deck offers a panoramic view of Hemu Village with wide sightlines and a relaxed touring pace.
Sayram Lake Scenic Area: In 2026 peak season (May 1 to October 15), the full-price ticket is 70 yuan/person. The ticket is valid for 48 hours and supports multiple entries. The scenic area has multiple viewing stops, so you can see the lake from different angles without long-distance walking. From June to August, wildflowers bloom along the lakeshore with cool and comfortable weather, perfect for a leisurely visit.
Nalati Grassland and Bayanbulak Scenic Areas:Open normally from April to October 2026. The scenic area’s shuttle buses can reach the core viewing areas directly. The grassland scenery is vast and open with fresh air, and you can get off at any time during the tour to take photos.
Along the Pamir Plateau route, attractions such as Karakul Lake and Baisha Lake have relatively complete tourism facilities in 2026. The road conditions along the way are smooth without much bumpiness, and the touring time in the plateau area has been reasonably arranged so as not to put too much burden on your body.
Attractions such as Kashgar Old City, Wensu Grand Canyon, Flaming Mountains, and Karez Irrigation System offer both unique natural geological landscapes and ancient city streets full of life, allowing you to experience Xinjiang’s diverse features from multiple dimensions.

🏝️ The exclusive choice for retired friends traveling to Xinjiang for leisure in 2026 is here! Many retired friends want to slowly explore Xinjiang’s lakes, mountains, ancient city streets, but worry about the exhausting transfers, the hassle of carrying luggage during connections, and the tight itinerary being too much for their health. The “Tianshan Number” 13-day in-depth tour of northern and southern Xinjiang is perfectly suited for slow-paced travel needs – no frequent hotel changes, no dragging luggage to catch trains, and you can easily visit all the core attractions of both northern and southern Xinjiang.Please note that in 2026, all core scenic areas in Xinjiang require real-name online reservation for entry. The tour organizer will make unified ticket reservations in advance, so travelers don’t need to do it themselves. For sections involving the Duku Highway, driving arrangements may be adjusted based on real-time road conditions, and the itinerary may be reasonably modified upon mutual agreement.
📝 Simplified Itinerary
Day 01:Departure point – Urumqi (pick-up and hotel check-in) | Meals: Self-arranged | 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 – Wucaitan – Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 05:Jinghenan – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Liuxing Street – Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
Day 06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayanbulak | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayan Town
Day 07:Bayanbulak – Southern Duku Section – Restan Old Street – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 08:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grass Beach | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Tashkurgan County
Day 09:Tashkurgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar

Detailed introduction to the route and destinationsDay 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 Manor – Fruit Feast – Karez Irrigation System – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Various cities across China (drop-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
💰 Price Description
The following are reference prices for different departure dates. Prices and availability are subject to customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with departure schedules. The final price shall be based on the contract signed by both parties:
I. Departure dates (Urumqi assembly dates) and corresponding prices
1. May 7
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond 4-person room:13,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond 2-person room:19,999 yuan/person

As a special tourist train specifically designed for long-distance travel needs, the “Tianshan Number” has made many service optimizations for elderly travelers in 2026: no changing fixed berths throughout the journey, large luggage can be stored directly on the train, and you only need to carry a small bag during daytime sightseeing, eliminating the hassle of frequent transfers and luggage handling; medical staff accompany the entire journey, equipped with convenience facilities such as medical kits and wheelchairs – you can seek help at any time if you feel unwell during the trip; the train meals have been specially adapted with less oil and salt while incorporating local Xinjiang flavors, taking care of elderly friends’ dietary health while allowing you to taste authentic local cuisine; the carriages are also equipped with chess and card tables, massage chairs, and leisure viewing areas, so you can chat and play chess with fellow travelers during transit, and watch the flowing Gobi desert and snow-capped mountain scenery outside the window – the journey never feels monotonous.Executive 2-person room:19,999 yuan/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 2-person room:18,999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond 4-person room:12,999 yuan/person
2. July 28 / August 11
Blue Diamond 4-person room:14,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond 2-person room:20,999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24,999 yuan/person
Executive 2-person room:20,999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond 2-person room:19,999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond 4-person room:13,999 yuan/person
3. June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4

This itinerary connects more than ten core scenic areas across northern and southern Xinjiang. Here are the latest 2026 visiting policies for each scenic area you can learn about in advance:Blue Diamond 4-person room (upper berth):16,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond 4-person room (lower berth):17,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond 2-person room:24,999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 yuan/person
Executive 2-person room:26,888 yuan/person
Silver Diamond 2-person room:25,888 yuan/person
Silver Diamond 4-person room:17,888 yuan/person
4. June 13 / 25 / September 5
Blue Diamond 4-person room:21,888 yuan/person
Blue Diamond 2-person room:29,888 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 yuan/person

Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area: In 2026 peak season (April 1 to October 31), the ticket price is 95 yuan/person. The scenic area implements a one-ticket-two-day policy, allowing entry on both the day of ticket verification and the following day. Seniors over 65 years old can enter free of charge with valid identification, and seniors aged 60 to 64 can enjoy half-price tickets. The scenic area has gentle sightseeing walkways, and you can rest at rest stops whenever you get tired.Executive 2-person room:26,888 yuan/person
Silver Diamond 2-person room:25,888 yuan/person
Silver Diamond 4-person room:17,888 yuan/person
5. October 9
Blue Diamond 4-person room:9,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond 2-person room:15,999 yuan/person
📞 Registration Method
Interested friends can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For consultation and registration, call 181-3962-2229, or add the same number 181-3962-2229 on WeChat. For the specific address, please contact customer service.
✅ Fee Description and Service Description
The fees for this itinerary include: meals as indicated in the itinerary, accommodation fees of the corresponding standard, first admission tickets to scenic areas and shuttle bus fees within scenic areas, full-journey tourist bus transfer fees, special train berth fees for the corresponding room type, and basic accompanying service fees. The fees do not include: round-trip transportation from the departure point to Urumqi, self-arranged meals indicated in the itinerary, personal consumption items, and non-essential self-paid experience items within scenic areas. Please refer to actual consultation and the signed contract for details.
Before departure, you can prepare lightweight non-slip shoes, windproof warm jackets, high-SPF sunscreen, moisturizing skincare products, common medications, etc. Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night, so it is recommended to bring a thick jacket even for summer travel. The itinerary pace has been relaxed to suit elderly travelers, with sufficient time reserved at each scenic spot – no need to rush. If you have special dietary needs or physical conditions requiring special care, please inform customer service in advance and we will try our best to accommodate.
Involving weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area openings, schedule changes, tickets, hotel room types, etc., the itinerary may be reasonably modified upon mutual agreement. Cancellation and change rules shall be governed by the Tourism Law, Contract Law, and other relevant legal provisions. Senior friends over 65 years old can enjoy corresponding scenic area ticket concessions with valid identification. When registering, please inform customer service of your identity information in advance so that ticket discount arrangements can be made in advance. Eligible discount amounts will be refunded according to actual circumstances.
2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Number Special 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