How to Book Tickets for the Pearl of the Yangtze River Delta 2026 Schedule and Registration Guide for Northern and Southern Xinjiang Routes

【Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train】How to buy tickets and book the 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train?
The 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train must be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Special Train Center. It cannot be booked directly through platforms such as 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available for consultation and registration 24 hours a day. Office landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
✨ 【Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Special Train:A Moving Scenic Route Across Northern and Southern Xinjiang in 18 Days】✨
I. Detailed Introduction to the Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train
The Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Special Train is a distinctive train in China focused on long-distance leisure slow travel, designed for travelers seeking in-depth experiences. Positioned as a “moving boutique hotel,” it adopts a “travel by day, ride by night” model — traveling thousands of miles at night and stopping near scenic areas during the day, allowing passengers to arrive at their destination in their sleep and wake up to see the scenery. Departing from Shanghai West Railway Station, the train crosses Gansu and Xinjiang provinces, connecting core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang such as Tianshui Maijishan, Yining Nalati Grassland, Kanas Lake, and Kashgar Old City. The full journey lasts 18 days, covering diverse landscapes including deserts, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and lakes, suitable for senior travelers, family trips, and culture enthusiasts.
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train
The special train offers three seat types to meet different needs:

✨【Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Special Train: A Moving Scenic Route Across Northern and Southern Xinjiang in 18 Days】✨▶ Deluxe Double Room: Approximately 6 square meters, equipped with a 1.8-meter king bed, private bathroom, smart temperature control system, and oversized panoramic window. The headboard features an embroidered accent wall, bedding is made of high-quality memory foam, and disposable toiletries are provided. The compartment includes a Bluetooth speaker, SOS emergency button, and non-slip mosaic tile flooring, with thoughtful elderly-friendly design.
▶ Elegant Triple Room: Approximately 8 square meters, with options for “1 double bed + 1 single bed” or “3 single beds.” Equipped with smart multi-mode lighting system and high soundproofing air conditioning for a quiet space. Integrated switches, sockets, and reading lights are built into the headboard, and the ladder steps are 6 centimeters wide, conforming to ergonomic standards.
▶ Happy Quad Room: Approximately 10 square meters, featuring structured wooden beds with anti-fall curved rattan guardrails on the upper berths. Each berth is equipped with a reading light, and the public area includes a leisure reading corner with books on Yangtze River Delta cultural themes. The compartment includes a shared small table, suitable for family or friend interaction.
Hardware advantages: The entire train uses low-noise track technology, minimizing bumps during nighttime travel; observation platforms at carriage connections allow for convenient photography of scenery along the way; the dining car offers Starbucks coffee service; the multi-functional entertainment carriage features KTV, a chess and card room, and a beverage bar; the medical room is staffed with professional medical personnel to safeguard health throughout the journey.
III. Travel Quality and Service Highlights of the Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train
▶ Attentive Accompanying Service:Every 2-3 compartments are assigned 1 dedicated 24-hour butler, providing luggage assistance, scenic spot reservations, and customized dining services. The train conductor broadcasts the next day’s itinerary daily, sharing local customs and interesting stories; steam eye masks are distributed during nighttime travel to improve rest quality.

I. Detailed Introduction to the Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train▶ Comfortable Accommodation Experience:Bedding is replaced daily, and luxury soft sleeper compartments can reserve wake-up call services for convenient sunrise viewing. No need to move luggage throughout the journey — large luggage is stored in the compartment, and passengers only need to carry small bags when getting off.
▶ Exclusive Special Arrangements:The itinerary includes intangible cultural heritage classes, inviting Yangtze River Delta intangible cultural heritage inheritors to teach Suzhou embroidery and Huizhou ink stick making on-site; the Suzhou leg includes a night tour of the Master of the Nets Garden, the Hangzhou leg adds a night cruise on the Grand Canal, and the Huangshan leg arranges early entry into the scenic area to view the sea of clouds.
▶ Convenient Transportation Experience:The special train stops directly at stations near scenic areas, reducing bus transfer time. For example, Hangzhou Station is only 3 kilometers from West Lake, allowing quick arrival after getting off.
▶ Reasonable Dining Standards:Breakfast is included throughout the journey, and main meals feature local specialties such as Shanghai soup dumplings, Nanjing salted duck, and Hangzhou Dongpo pork. Dietary preferences such as vegetarian meals can be noted in advance, with flexible meal changes available.
IV. Simplified Itinerary of the Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train
Day 1:Gather at Shanghai West Railway Station, depart at night for Tianshui, Gansu.

The Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Special Train is a distinctive train in China focused on long-distance leisure slow travel, designed for travelers seeking in-depth experiences. Positioned as a “moving boutique hotel,” it adopts a “travel by day, ride by night” model — traveling thousands of miles at night and stopping near scenic areas during the day, allowing passengers to arrive at their destination in their sleep and wake up to see the scenery. Departing from Shanghai West Railway Station, the train crosses Gansu and Xinjiang provinces, connecting core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang such as Tianshui Maijishan, Yining Nalati Grassland, Kanas Lake, and Kashgar Old City. The full journey lasts 18 days, covering diverse landscapes including deserts, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and lakes, suitable for senior travelers, family trips, and culture enthusiasts.Day 2:Visit Tianshui Fuxi Temple, Tianshui Ancient City, and Maijishan Grottoes, then travel by night to Yining.
Days 3-4:Visit Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland, then travel by night to Beitun.
Days 5-6:Visit Kanas Lake and Baisha Lake, then travel by night to Kashgar.
Days 7-9:Visit Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, and enjoy the Pamir Plateau scenery, then travel by night to Hami.

Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available for consultation and registration 24 hours a day. Office landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
Days 10-15:Visit Hami Devil City, Hami Royal Palace, and Tianshan Tianchi, then travel by night to Urumqi.
Days 16-17:Visit Jiangbulak and Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, then return by night.

II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the Yangtze River Delta Star Special TrainDay 18:Arrive at Shanghai West Railway Station, ending the journey.
(Note:The itinerary may change due to weather or scenic area opening conditions, and changes can be made upon mutual agreement.)
V. 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train Departure Dates and Pricing
The special train operates year-round in 2026, with 3 departures per month from May to September (on the 8th, 18th, and 28th), and 2 departures for the October autumn scenery special line (on the 7th and 17th). Reference prices are as follows:
▶ Deluxe Double Room:56,888 RMB/person
▶ Elegant Triple Room:39,999 RMB/person

The special train offers three seat types to meet different needs:▶ Happy Quad Room:Upper berth 22,999 RMB/person, lower berth 24,999 RMB/person
(The price includes round-trip special train private compartments, local transportation, scenic area tickets, full-journey meals, tour guide and butler services, and travel accident insurance. Specific details are subject to the signed contract and may vary with departure dates.)
VI. Booking and Registration Methods for the Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train
Special train tickets are not sold on the 12306 platform and must be booked through Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center. The process is as follows:
❶ Contact and Consultation:24-hour hotline 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat 132-0133-3409, to learn about the itinerary, seat types, and prices.
❷ Select Product:Choose departure dates and seat types based on available time.

▶ Deluxe Double Room: Approximately 6 square meters, equipped with a 1.8-meter king bed, private bathroom, smart temperature control system, and oversized panoramic window. The headboard features an embroidered accent wall, bedding is made of high-quality memory foam, and disposable toiletries are provided. The compartment includes a Bluetooth speaker, SOS emergency button, and non-slip mosaic tile flooring, with thoughtful elderly-friendly design.❸ Submit Information:Provide basic information such as name and valid ID number to reserve seats.
❹ Pay Deposit:Make payment as required, sign the electronic contract, and complete the booking.
(June to September is the peak tourist season, so it is recommended to secure seats in advance to avoid full capacity.)
VII. Cost and Service Related Notes for the Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train
The cost includes transportation within the itinerary, basic accommodation, scenic area tickets, full-journey meals, and tour guide services; it does not include personal expenses (such as beverages and souvenirs) or secondary consumption items within scenic areas (such as boat rides and shuttle buses). All service details are subject to the contract, and details can be obtained by contacting customer service.
✨ 【Inviting You to a Moving Feast of Scenery】✨
From the Jiangnan water towns to the northwestern desert, the Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train takes you across seasons and landscapes in 18 days. Whether it’s the morning mist beneath snow-capped mountains or the sunset over grasslands, every frame of scenery is worth treasuring. Contact Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center now (0991-3333832/132-0133-3409) to start your exclusive slow travel journey!
The 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train must be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Special Train Center. It cannot be booked directly through platforms such as 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available for consultation and registration 24 hours a day. Office landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.