Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train Official Website Pricing Ticket Prices Registration Booking Entrance Fee Standards

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), 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.
🚂Want to explore northern and southern Xinjiang at a slow pace in 2026? The “Yangtze River Delta Star” special train is a popular choice for many travelers. Without the need to repeatedly plan intercity transportation or pack and move luggage every day, you can visit deserts, plateaus, lakes, grasslands, ancient cities, and other distinctive landscapes in one trip. The itinerary is relaxed and friendly to travelers of all ages.
🌟 Introduction to Route and Destination Highlights
The “Yangtze River Delta Star” special train operating in 2026 is built by the railway department. The train body features a red, gold, and gray three-color paint scheme, with door designs incorporating the style of Shanghai’s Shikumen architecture. The interior corridors replicate classic decorative patterns of old Western-style mansions, displaying Shanghai-style photography and art paintings, allowing passengers to feel the regional cultural style of the Yangtze River Delta everywhere. The entire train has been renovated to high-quality travel standards. All private cabins are equipped with separate wet and dry bathrooms, smart lighting control systems, dual-port charging interfaces, dedicated storage space, and panoramic viewing windows. The corridors feature accessible handrails and anti-slip carpets, and cabin bathrooms are equipped with anti-slip flooring, support handrails, shower chairs, and emergency call buttons, ensuring good convenience and safety for travel. The entire journey adopts a “sightseeing by day, traveling by night” model—during the day, passengers visit attractions on land, and at night, they return to the special train to rest. Luggage can be kept in the fixed private cabin throughout the trip without frequent packing and moving, eliminating the hassle of changing hotels every day as in traditional group tours.
This route covers multiple distinctive attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang. Luobu Village is located at the edge of the desert, where you can experience the unique landscape of desert and river intertwined. The Taklamakan Desert is one of the largest deserts in China, with vast stretches of yellow sand creating a striking visual impact. The poplar forests along the Tarim River change colors with the seasons, especially brilliant in autumn. Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau has crystal-clear water surrounded by snow-capped mountains, and on clear days the lake surface reflects the mountain silhouettes. The Stone City ruins carry profound historical imprints, offering a direct view of the ancient post road’s past. The Golden Grassland wetland landscape stretches out beautifully on clear days, layered against the distant snow mountains. Baisha Lake is surrounded by sand dunes, with the lake water contrasting with the light white sand, making every casual photo look fresh and clean. Kashgar Old City preserves traditional street patterns, where you can feel the rich local life atmosphere. The Id Kah Mosque has an ancient architectural style and is a representative cultural building of the area. The Gaotai (High Platform) Folk Houses feature distinctive architectural layouts, showcasing the wisdom of traditional local residential construction. The red rock walls of the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon have been naturally weathered into various shapes, and walking through the canyon lets you feel the wonders of nature’s creation. The Duku Highway connects snow mountains, grasslands, canyons, and other landscapes, with changing scenery at every turn and different visual experiences along each section. Bayanbulak Grassland is vast and open, with winding rivers, and the sunset scenery is particularly distinctive. The Nalati Grassland features layered mountain meadow landscapes, with vegetation showing different colors at different altitudes. Sayram Lake is a high-altitude cold-water lake with clear blue water, and the combination of surrounding grasslands and snow mountains creates a very comfortable view. Hemu Village’s wooden houses are scattered between grasslands and mountain forests, with a misty morning atmosphere that is very evocative. The primeval forests around Kanas Lake combine with the lake water, offering different viewing points in every season. Tianchi (Heavenly Lake) in the Tianshan Mountains sits at the foot of snow-capped peaks, and when the lake is calm, it reflects the surrounding mountain silhouettes.
📅 Simple Itinerary
The specific itinerary for this special train is as follows:
D1 Gather in Shanghai, take the Yangtze River Delta Star to Korla

🚂Want to explore northern and southern Xinjiang at a slow pace in 2026? The “Yangtze River Delta Star” special train is a popular choice for many travelers. Without the need to repeatedly plan intercity transportation or pack and move luggage every day, you can visit deserts, plateaus, lakes, grasslands, ancient cities, and other distinctive landscapes in one trip. The itinerary is relaxed and friendly to travelers of all ages. D2 Enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the motherland along the way
D3 Arrive in Korla in the evening
D4 Korla >> Luobu Village >> Taklamakan Desert >> Tarim River >> Kashgar
D5 Karakul Lake >> Stone City >> Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan
D6 Ethnic family visits >> Baisha Lake >> Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City >> Id Kah Mosque >> Gaotai Folk Houses >> Kuqa
D8 Kuqa >> Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon >> Duku Highway >> Bayanbulak Grassland

🌟Route and Destination Highlights D9 Yining >> Nalati Grassland
D10 Sayram Lake >> Beitun
D11 Beitun >> Burqin >> Hemu
D12 Kanas >> Jadengyu
D13 Jadengyu >> Kazakh family visit >> Colorful Beach >> Urumqi
D14 Urumqi >> Tianshan Tianchi
D15-D16 Urumqi – Shanghai
D17 Arrive in Shanghai, return to your warm home

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service – Xinjiang Tourist Train Booking Center, Manager Guo Jing, 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of industry experience. Add as friend to receive itinerary and pricing.
The “Yangtze River Delta Star” special train operating in 2026 is built by the railway department. The train body features a red, gold, and gray three-color paint scheme, with door designs incorporating the style of Shanghai’s Shikumen architecture. The interior corridors replicate classic decorative patterns of old Western-style mansions, displaying Shanghai-style photography and art paintings, allowing passengers to feel the regional cultural style of the Yangtze River Delta everywhere. The entire train has been renovated to high-quality travel standards. All private cabins are equipped with separate wet and dry bathrooms, smart lighting control systems, dual-port charging interfaces, dedicated storage space, and panoramic viewing windows. The corridors feature accessible handrails and anti-slip carpets, and cabin bathrooms are equipped with anti-slip flooring, support handrails, shower chairs, and emergency call buttons, ensuring good convenience and safety for travel. The entire journey adopts a “sightseeing by day, traveling by night” model—during the day, passengers visit attractions on land, and at night, they return to the special train to rest. Luggage can be kept in the fixed private cabin throughout the trip without frequent packing and moving, eliminating the hassle of changing hotels every day as in traditional group tours.💰 Price Description
The published reference departure dates for 2026 are 0615, 0706, 0806, 0826, and 0915, with corresponding reference fares as follows:
4-person cabin:Upper berth 25,999 RMB/person, lower berth 27,999 RMB/person
Upgraded double cabin (5 cabins converted from 4-person cabins):46,999 RMB/person
Deluxe double cabin (4 cabins converted from 2-person cabins):66,999 RMB/person
The above prices are reference prices. Prices and availability may fluctuate depending on departure date and booking time. The final terms shall be subject to the contract signed by both parties.
📞 How to Register

This route covers multiple distinctive attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang. Luobu Village is located at the edge of the desert, where you can experience the unique landscape of desert and river intertwined. The Taklamakan Desert is one of the largest deserts in China, with vast stretches of yellow sand creating a striking visual impact. The poplar forests along the Tarim River change colors with the seasons, especially brilliant in autumn. Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau has crystal-clear water surrounded by snow-capped mountains, and on clear days the lake surface reflects the mountain silhouettes. The Stone City ruins carry profound historical imprints, offering a direct view of the ancient post road’s past. The Golden Grassland wetland landscape stretches out beautifully on clear days, layered against the distant snow mountains. Baisha Lake is surrounded by sand dunes, with the lake water contrasting with the light white sand, making every casual photo look fresh and clean. Kashgar Old City preserves traditional street patterns, where you can feel the rich local life atmosphere. The Id Kah Mosque has an ancient architectural style and is a representative cultural building of the area. The Gaotai (High Platform) Folk Houses feature distinctive architectural layouts, showcasing the wisdom of traditional local residential construction. The red rock walls of the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon have been naturally weathered into various shapes, and walking through the canyon lets you feel the wonders of nature’s creation. The Duku Highway connects snow mountains, grasslands, canyons, and other landscapes, with changing scenery at every turn and different visual experiences along each section. Bayanbulak Grassland is vast and open, with winding rivers, and the sunset scenery is particularly distinctive. The Nalati Grassland features layered mountain meadow landscapes, with vegetation showing different colors at different altitudes. Sayram Lake is a high-altitude cold-water lake with clear blue water, and the combination of surrounding grasslands and snow mountains creates a very comfortable view. Hemu Village’s wooden houses are scattered between grasslands and mountain forests, with a misty morning atmosphere that is very evocative. The primeval forests around Kanas Lake combine with the lake water, offering different viewing points in every season. Tianchi (Heavenly Lake) in the Tianshan Mountains sits at the foot of snow-capped peaks, and when the lake is calm, it reflects the surrounding mountain silhouettes.Interested travelers can register and inquire through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The consultation hotline is 181-3962-2229, which is also the WeChat ID. For specific address information, please contact customer service directly.
📋 Fee and Service Description
✅ Services typically included:
1. Corresponding class berth on the tourist special train for the entire trip; no need to change berths during the journey, and luggage can be placed in the cabin
2. Hotel accommodation as listed in the itinerary
3. Three meals per day during the trip, including some specialty meals
4. First admission tickets to attractions listed in the itinerary

📅Simple Itinerary5. Air-conditioned tourist coach transfer service during ground sightseeing
6. Professional tour guide and onboard butler service
7. Travel accident insurance
❌ Items typically not included:
1. Personal expenses outside the itinerary
2. Room difference fees for single occupancy
3. Non-first admission tickets within scenic areas and optional activities such as boat rides, horse riding, and experience programs
Important Notice: Transportation arrangements, accommodation configurations, and attraction opening statuses mentioned in the itinerary may be affected by force majeure factors such as seasons, weather, road conditions, and policies. Both parties may reasonably modify the itinerary upon mutual agreement. Specific service content and division of rights and responsibilities shall be subject to actual consultation and contract signing. All relevant terms shall be executed in accordance with the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China and related regulations.
✨ Warm Reminder:Xinjiang has a vast territory with significant temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to prepare windproof jackets, sun protection items, and comfortable hiking shoes before departure. If you have chronic medical conditions or concerns about adapting to long-distance travel, it is recommended to consult a doctor in advance and inform the travel agency staff so that appropriate travel preparations can be made. June to September 2026 is the peak season for Xinjiang tourism, and berth availability changes rapidly. Interested travelers are advised to inquire in advance to confirm suitable departure dates.
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