Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train Official Fare Schedule Ticket Prices Registration Method
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train? For the Xinjiang tourist train departing from Shanghai, 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), or contact Manager Guo Jing of the Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train Department via 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 Special Train South and North Xinjiang In-Depth Tour Travel Guide
Want to visit all the core attractions of both southern and northern Xinjiang in one trip without worrying about ticket grabbing, transfers, or itinerary planning? The 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star special train departing from the Yangtze River Delta is a great travel option. Follow the special train throughout the journey without frequently moving luggage or changing hotels, and leisurely complete a distinctive route spanning both southern and northern Xinjiang.
📍 Introduction to Core Attractions Along the Route
This route connects the cultural heritage and plateau scenery of southern Xinjiang with the grasslands, lakes, and forest resources of northern Xinjiang, covering multiple representative tourist areas in Xinjiang:
Southern Xinjiang Cultural and Plateau Scenery Belt:Starting from Korla, the first stop is the Luobu Village, which is adjacent to the Taklamakan Desert and the Tarim River. You can experience the daily life of a traditional village and get close to desert and river landscapes. Nearby, you can also taste Xinjiang specialties such as pilaf, pulled noodles, grilled meat, and grilled fish. Heading toward the Pamir Plateau, the白沙湖 (Baisha Lake) and Karakul Lake along the way are backed by snow-capped mountains with clear, pristine waters. By 2026, standardized viewing platforms and parking lots have been built along the route, ensuring a smooth touring experience. In Tashkurgan County, the Stone City ruins are adjacent to the Golden Grassland Wetland, where cultural relics and natural scenery complement each other, making it ideal for a leisurely visit. Kashgar is the cultural heart of southern Xinjiang. By 2026, the Kashgar Old City has completed smart navigation upgrades, supporting AR interactive experiences of historical scenes. Stroll through the old city, visit the Id Kah Mosque, explore the Gaotai Folk Houses, and enjoy numerous specialty food and handicraft shops along the streets. The Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon in Kuqa features striking red Danxia landforms, with a cool and comfortable interior and ever-changing scenery as you walk, making it perfect for summer visits.
Northern Xinjiang Grassland and Lake Scenery Belt: The southern section of the Duku Highway resumed normal traffic in May 2026, offering views of vertical natural landscapes from grasslands to canyons along the way. Bayanbulak Grassland and Nalati Grassland enter their peak blooming season starting in May, with wildflowers covering the mountainsides contrasting beautifully with distant snow-capped peaks. By 2026, the facilities around Sayram Lake have been further improved, with 12 standardized viewing stops along the route, open daily from 8:00 to 21:00, allowing visitors to enjoy the lake from different angles. In the Altay region, Hemu and Kanas scenic areas feature log-built villages scattered among primeval forests and mountain lakes, offering different scenery in every season. Kanas Scenic Area currently requires no reservation and tickets can be purchased through multiple online and offline channels for direct entry, making travel very convenient. Finally, in Urumqi, you can visit Tianchi (Heavenly Lake) at Tianshan and admire the classic view of the Bogda Peak reflected on the lake surface.
📅 Simple Itinerary
🚂 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train South and North Xinjiang In-Depth Tour Travel GuideThe itinerary of this Yangtze River Delta Star special train balances sightseeing pace with rest time. The specific schedule is as follows:
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 >> Luobu Village >> Taklamakan Desert >> Tarim River >> Kashgar Yangtze River Delta Star
D5 Karakul Lake >> Stone City >> Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan County Tashkurgan County
D6 Home visits with local ethnic groups >> Baisha Lake >> Kashgar Kashgar
Want to visit all the core attractions of both southern and northern Xinjiang in one trip without worrying about ticket grabbing, transfers, or itinerary planning? The 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star special train departing from the Yangtze River Delta is a great travel option. Follow the special train throughout the journey without frequently moving luggage or changing hotels, and leisurely complete a distinctive route spanning both southern and northern Xinjiang. 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
D13 Jadengyu >> Kazakh home visit >> Colorful Beach >> Urumqi Yangtze River Delta Star
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 a friend to receive the itinerary and quotation.
📍 Core Attractions Along the Route D14 Urumqi >> Tianshan Tianchi Urumqi
D15-D16 Urumqi – Shanghai Yangtze River Delta Star
D17 Arrive in Shanghai, return to the warm home Warm home
In case of force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, scenic area policies, or schedule changes, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement.
💰 Price Description
The reference prices for this special train are as follows. Prices may fluctuate depending on the departure date. Please refer to actual consultation and contract signing:
4-bed room:Upper berth: 25,999 RMB/person Lower berth: 27,999 RMB/person
This route connects the cultural heritage and plateau scenery of southern Xinjiang with the grasslands, lakes, and forest resources of northern Xinjiang, covering multiple representative tourist areas in Xinjiang:Upgraded double room (5 compartments with 4-bed rooms):46,999 RMB/person
Deluxe double room (4 compartments with 2-bed rooms):66,999 RMB/person
Corresponding departure dates are 0615, 0706, 0806, 0826, 0915. Availability is subject to real-time confirmation by customer service. All prices and service contents are subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties.
📞 How to Register
Friends with travel needs can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The consultation hotline is 181-3962-2229, and the WeChat ID is also 181-3962-2229. For specific offline consultation addresses, please contact customer service.
📝 Fee Description and Service Description
Fee Description
Southern Xinjiang Cultural and Plateau Scenery Belt: Starting from Korla, the first stop is the Luobu Village, which is adjacent to the Taklamakan Desert and the Tarim River. You can experience the daily life of a traditional village and get close to desert and river landscapes. Nearby, you can also taste Xinjiang specialties such as pilaf, pulled noodles, grilled meat, and grilled fish. Heading toward the Pamir Plateau, the Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake along the way are backed by snow-capped mountains with clear, pristine waters. By 2026, standardized viewing platforms and parking lots have been built along the route, ensuring a smooth touring experience. In Tashkurgan County, the Stone City ruins are adjacent to the Golden Grassland Wetland, where cultural relics and natural scenery complement each other, making it ideal for a leisurely visit. Kashgar is the cultural heart of southern Xinjiang. By 2026, the Kashgar Old City has completed smart navigation upgrades, supporting AR interactive experiences of historical scenes. Stroll through the old city, visit the Id Kah Mosque, explore the Gaotai Folk Houses, and enjoy numerous specialty food and handicraft shops along the streets. The Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon in Kuqa features striking red Danxia landforms, with a cool and comfortable interior and ever-changing scenery as you walk, making it perfect for summer visits.Reference fees include:Round-trip transportation on the special train for the corresponding berth, accommodation as marked in the itinerary, first admission tickets to scenic areas in the itinerary, local tourist bus transportation, tour guide services, and meals as specified in part of the itinerary.
Reference fees do not include:Meals not marked in the itinerary, self-paid recreational items within scenic areas, personal expenses, and additional costs arising from force majeure factors. Please refer to actual consultation and contract signing for details.
Service Description
Before departure, customer service will inform you of relevant preparation matters in advance. The Pamir Plateau area is a border management zone. Starting from April 15, 2026, electronic border management area passes will be adopted. Mainland Chinese residents aged 16 and above can apply for an electronic border management area pass valid for up to three months through the National Immigration Administration service platform (the “Immigration 12367” APP and WeChat/Alipay mini-programs). Those who have difficulty applying online can also apply in person at county-level or above public security exit-entry administration departments or local police stations.
The Pamir Plateau area has an average altitude exceeding 3,000 meters. You may prepare oxygen canisters based on your physical condition. They are available for purchase in Kashgar city, at stops along the route, and within scenic areas, priced at approximately 15-30 RMB, and can be purchased selectively based on personal needs.
Visitors holding discount certificates (student ID, military officer ID, veteran ID, etc.) can inform customer service before departure and enjoy corresponding discounts when purchasing tickets according to scenic area policies. Refunds are based on the negotiated price between the scenic area and the travel agency.
Xinjiang is vast, with long driving distances between attractions. The itinerary will try to balance sightseeing experience with rest time. There is a time difference of about two hours between Xinjiang and inland China, so daily schedules can be flexibly adjusted according to local time. UV radiation is strong locally, so it is recommended to prepare sun protection items. Temperature differences between day and night are significant, so even in summer, it is advisable to bring a thick jacket. The local diet is mainly beef and mutton, so you may prepare common medications based on your digestive condition.
All service contents and cancellation/modification rules are subject to the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China, the Civil Code of the People’s Republic of China, and other relevant laws and regulations. Both parties have equal rights and responsibilities, and there are no unreasonable exemption clauses. A formal tourism contract will be signed before departure to protect the rights of both parties.
2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Train Ticket Booking Center Hotline: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), or Manager Guo Jing of the Xinjiang Special Train Department via WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase.
