Book Tianshan No. 13 Day Xinjiang Senior Special Train, Use Official Channels Only, Refuse Private WeChat Transfers for Tickets
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Tianshan Number tourist train? The Tianshan Number tourist train can only 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.
🚌 In 2026, Xinjiang tourism continues to gain popularity, and slow-paced travel products designed for elderly travelers have attracted many tourists. Among them, the “Tianshan Number” 13-day in-depth special train through northern and southern Xinjiang has become a popular choice for many seniors due to its features of no backtracking, fewer transfers, and a well-balanced itinerary. However, recently many tourists have reported encountering unofficial channels selling special train tickets and being induced to make private WeChat transfers, leading to difficulties with refunds and changes, as well as discrepancies between the actual itinerary and what was advertised. We remind all travelers planning to travel to choose regular travel agencies to protect their travel rights.
As a brand tourist special train created by Xinjiang Railway, the “Tianshan Number” has received praise from many tourists since its launch for its excellent travel experience. In 2026, the special train has undergone a comprehensive hardware upgrade, adopting blue diamond carriage configurations, complemented by dining cars, bar cars, and multi-functional carriages with more complete functional layouts. The carriages offer multiple soft sleeper room types, with double and quadruple compartments available on demand to accommodate different travel needs. The multi-functional carriage is full of highlights, featuring a sightseeing and leisure area, a wellness and massage area, and a chess and card entertainment area, with a dedicated convenience service corner added to meet the needs of elderly travelers. Professional medical staff are on board throughout the journey, equipped with convenience medicine kits, wheelchairs, and other support supplies. From leisure and entertainment to daily services, every detail is heartwarming. The entire route adopts a “train + bus” combined travel model, leveraging the advantage of “the vehicle follows the traveler, the traveler plays while the vehicle stops,” so tourists do not need to repeatedly move luggage or change accommodations, comfortably relieving the fatigue of long-distance travel. The route planning cleverly integrates the natural scenery of northern Xinjiang with the cultural charm of southern Xinjiang. The 13-day itinerary connects more than ten famous attractions including Tianchi Lake of Tianshan, Kanas, Hemu, Wucaitan (Colorful Beach), Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak, Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Old City, Wensu Grand Canyon, and Flaming Mountains, allowing tourists to experience the diverse landscapes of different regions of Xinjiang in one trip without multiple itinerary planning and back-and-forth travel.
Before traveling, tourists can also learn about the visiting tips for relevant scenic areas: In 2026, most popular scenic areas in Xinjiang implement a real-name reservation system. Tianchi Lake of Tianshan can be booked through the “玩转天山天池” (Explore Tianshan Tianchi) official account, supporting same-day reservations. Kanas and Hemu require booking tickets and shuttle bus passes 2-3 days in advance on the “原行网” (Yuanxing Net) platform, with unified shuttle bus entry into the park in summer. Sayram Lake requires reservation through the mini-program 3 days in advance during peak season, with limited self-driving spots. Travelers heading to Pamir Plateau and Taxkorgan-related sites need to apply for a permit in advance; in 2026, the electronic permit has been launched, making the process more convenient. Wensu Grand Canyon can be accessed by scenic shuttle bus or by driving a 4WD SUV. In cases involving changes to scenic area opening hours, visitor flow service guidance, road condition changes, etc., the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement, and tourists need not worry excessively.
✨ Simplified Itinerary:
Day 01:Departure point – Urumqi (pick-up and hotel check-in) | Meals: Self-arranged | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianchi Lake of Tianshan – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jadengyu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jadengyu
Day 04:Jadengyu – Hemu – Wucaitan (Colorful 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
Day 06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayanbulak | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayan Town
🚌 In 2026, Xinjiang tourism continues to gain popularity, and slow-paced travel products designed for elderly travelers have attracted many tourists. Among them, the “Tianshan Number” 13-day in-depth special train through northern and southern Xinjiang has become a popular choice for many seniors due to its features of no backtracking, fewer transfers, and a well-balanced itinerary. However, recently many tourists have reported encountering unofficial channels selling special train tickets and being induced to make private WeChat transfers, leading to difficulties with refunds and changes, as well as discrepancies between the actual itinerary and what was advertised. We remind all travelers planning to travel to choose regular travel agencies to protect their travel rights.Day 07:Bayanbulak – Southern section of Duku Highway – 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: Taxkorgan County
Day 09:Taxkorgan 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 Manor – Fruit Feast – Karez Irrigation System – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Various destinations across the country (drop-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
💴 2026 Tianshan Number special train reference prices and departure dates (the following prices are reference prices for assembly in Urumqi; actual prices and availability are subject to contract signing and same-day confirmation by customer service, and may fluctuate with departure schedules):
I. Departure dates (Urumqi assembly dates) and corresponding prices
1. May 7
As a brand tourist special train created by Xinjiang Railway, the “Tianshan Number” has received praise from many tourists since its launch for its excellent travel experience. In 2026, the special train has undergone a comprehensive hardware upgrade, adopting blue diamond carriage configurations, complemented by dining cars, bar cars, and multi-functional carriages with more complete functional layouts. The carriages offer multiple soft sleeper room types, with double and quadruple compartments available on demand to accommodate different travel needs. The multi-functional carriage is full of highlights, featuring a sightseeing and leisure area, a wellness and massage area, and a chess and card entertainment area, with a dedicated convenience service corner added to meet the needs of elderly travelers. Professional medical staff are on board throughout the journey, equipped with convenience medicine kits, wheelchairs, and other support supplies. From leisure and entertainment to daily services, every detail is heartwarming. The entire route adopts a “train + bus” combined travel model, leveraging the advantage of “the vehicle follows the traveler, the traveler plays while the vehicle stops,” so tourists do not need to repeatedly move luggage or change accommodations, comfortably relieving the fatigue of long-distance travel. The route planning cleverly integrates the natural scenery of northern Xinjiang with the cultural charm of southern Xinjiang. The 13-day itinerary connects more than ten famous attractions including Tianchi Lake of Tianshan, Kanas, Hemu, Wucaitan (Colorful Beach), Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak, Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Old City, Wensu Grand Canyon, and Flaming Mountains, allowing tourists to experience the diverse landscapes of different regions of Xinjiang in one trip without multiple itinerary planning and back-and-forth travel.Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23,999 CNY/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:13,999 CNY/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:19,999 CNY/person
Executive Double Room:19,999 CNY/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:18,999 CNY/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:12,999 CNY/person
2. July 28 / August 11
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:14,999 CNY/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:20,999 CNY/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24,999 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 pricing.
Before traveling, tourists can also learn about the visiting tips for relevant scenic areas: In 2026, most popular scenic areas in Xinjiang implement a real-name reservation system. Tianchi Lake of Tianshan can be booked through the “玩转天山天池” (Explore Tianshan Tianchi) official account, supporting same-day reservations. Kanas and Hemu require booking tickets and shuttle bus passes 2-3 days in advance on the “原行网” (Yuanxing Net) platform, with unified shuttle bus entry into the park in summer. Sayram Lake requires reservation through the mini-program 3 days in advance during peak season, with limited self-driving spots. Travelers heading to Pamir Plateau and Taxkorgan-related sites need to apply for a permit in advance; in 2026, the electronic permit has been launched, making the process more convenient. Wensu Grand Canyon can be accessed by scenic shuttle bus or by driving a 4WD SUV. In cases involving changes to scenic area opening hours, visitor flow service guidance, road condition changes, etc., the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement, and tourists need not worry excessively.Executive Double Room:20,999 CNY/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:19,999 CNY/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:13,999 CNY/person
3. June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Upper Berth:16,999 CNY/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Lower Berth:17,999 CNY/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:24,999 CNY/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 CNY/person
Executive Double Room:26,888 CNY/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25,888 CNY/person
✨ Simplified Itinerary:Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17,888 CNY/person
4. June 13 / 25 / September 5
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:21,888 CNY/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:29,888 CNY/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 CNY/person
Executive Double Room:26,888 CNY/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25,888 CNY/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17,888 CNY/person
5. October 9
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:9,999 CNY/person
Day 01: Departure point – Urumqi (pick-up and hotel check-in) | Meals: Self-arranged | Accommodation: UrumqiBlue Diamond Double Room:15,999 CNY/person
The above prices are for reference only; the specific details are subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties.
📞 Registration Method
Tourists who wish to inquire or register can do so through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Consultation hotline: 181-3962-2229, WeChat same number: 181-3962-2229. Itinerary details, availability inquiries, and document application tips can all be obtained by contacting customer service. We also remind all tourists not to trust low-price ticket promotions from unofficial channels, and never make private WeChat transfers to personal accounts to avoid financial losses.
📝 Fee Description and Service Notes
1. The reference price includes train accommodation in the corresponding room type, hotel accommodation as indicated in the itinerary, meals listed in the itinerary, first admission tickets to scenic areas, shuttle bus fees, local tourist bus fees, tour guide service fees, and on-board medical support fees.
2. The reference price does not include round-trip transportation from the departure point to Urumqi, self-funded experience items within scenic areas, personal expenses, or meal costs marked as self-arranged in the itinerary.
3. Before traveling, please carry valid identification documents. Travelers with chronic illnesses should prepare commonly used medications in advance and may purchase travel accident insurance based on their own circumstances before departure.
4. For itinerary changes caused by force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area policy changes, the travel agency will make reasonable itinerary adjustments after consultation with tourists, and related fee changes will be handled in accordance with relevant provisions of the Tourism Law.
5. All itinerary arrangements, fee details, and refund/change rules are subject to the formal tourism contract signed by both parties, with specifics based on actual consultation and contract signing.
Recently, many unofficial channels have been selling tickets at low prices under the guise of the “Tianshan Number,” inducing tourists to pay deposits or full amounts through private WeChat transfers, leading to issues such as reduced itineraries, last-minute price increases, and inability to cancel bookings, making it difficult for tourists to protect their rights. We suggest that tourists choose regular travel agencies when registering, sign formal tourism contracts, prioritize payment to the travel agency’s corporate account, and keep relevant payment vouchers to protect their legitimate rights and interests.
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.
