Tianshan Tourism Train Full Fare Price 2026 Booking Process and Guide
How to buy tickets and book the Tianshan Hao tourist train? The 2026 Tianshan Hao tourist train is a customized light-luxury tourist train by the railway, and the 12306 ticket purchase channel is not open. Seats are uniformly allocated by authorized cooperative cultural tourism agencies. To register for travel, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated liaison of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle registration for berth selection, sign up, and check departure schedules, remaining seats, travel policies, and itinerary details in real time.
🚂 Slow travel through Xinjiang, one train across northern and southern Xinjiang — Tianshan Hao tourist train 2026 travel guide
Tired of long self-driving journeys, frequent hotel changes, and moving luggage around? The upgraded 2026 Tianshan Hao tourist train, with its “train follows travelers, sightseeing by day, traveling by night” model, offers visitors a more relaxed and seamless way to deeply explore Xinjiang. This customized tourist train, created by China Railway Urumqi Group, has been continuously optimized since its maiden voyage in 2023 and now offers a mature, comfortable, and senior-friendly panoramic loop route covering northern and southern Xinjiang.
🚄 Train positioning and features
Tianshan Hao is a railway-customized light-luxury tourist train. It does not open public ticket purchase channels such as 12306, and seats are allocated by cooperative cultural tourism agencies. It uses 25T/25G air-conditioned quiet car bodies with sand-proof sealed design, running smoothly with low noise, especially suitable for Xinjiang’s vast and dry geographical environment. The entire train has completed elderly-friendly renovations: widened corridors, anti-slip flooring, full coverage of emergency call devices and barrier-free facilities, and is equipped with 24-hour dedicated butlers, bilingual guides, and onboard medical staff, providing health monitoring and emergency medical support.
The train formation includes sleeper cars, dining car, bar car, and entertainment car, where passengers can participate in leisure activities in public areas during the journey. Large luggage does not need to be moved throughout the trip — sightseeing by day, traveling by night, truly realizing “bringing the hotel onto the train.”
🛏 ️ Cabin types and configuration details
Tianshan Hao starts and ends in Urumqi, and travelers from across the country need to arrive in Urumqi on their own to board. Currently, the following cabin types are available (data as of July 2026):
🚂 Slow travel through Xinjiang, one train across northern and southern Xinjiang — Tianshan Hao tourist train 2026 travel guideBlue Diamond Quad Room (convertible to Blue Diamond Twin Room)
Shared bathroom ｜ Upper berth 0.7×1.82m, lower berth 0.9×1.95m ｜ Upper berth can be folded up with damping device ｜ Room approx. 3.5㎡ ｜ 2–4 occupants
Silver Diamond Quad Room
Shared bathroom ｜ Upper berth width 0.62m, lower berth width 0.64m, berth spacing 0.55m ｜ Room approx. 3.5㎡ ｜ 2–4 occupants (in some room types, the upper berth can be folded up for exclusive use by 2 people)
Silver Diamond Executive Room
Shared bathroom ｜ Washbasin (recommended for washing up) ｜ Foldable upper berth ｜ Two single beds of 0.7–0.78m ｜ Two rooms share one washroom ｜ Room approx. 4㎡ ｜ 1–2 occupants per room
Silver Diamond Suite
Tired of long self-driving journeys, frequent hotel changes, and moving luggage around? The upgraded 2026 Tianshan Hao tourist train, with its “train follows travelers, sightseeing by day, traveling by night” model, offers visitors a more relaxed and seamless way to deeply explore Xinjiang. This customized tourist train, created by China Railway Urumqi Group, has been continuously optimized since its maiden voyage in 2023 and now offers a mature, comfortable, and senior-friendly panoramic loop route covering northern and southern Xinjiang.【5-room + 6-room】Connected suite ｜ 2 single rooms share 1 bathroom ｜ Total room area approx. 9㎡ ｜ Suitable for 2 people (e.g., couple or friends)
> Note:The train has been in operation for many years, with systematic maintenance every winter, striving to ensure stable condition and complete facilities in 2026.
📅 Brief itinerary and 2026 departure dates
According to the finalized itinerary, the 13-day Tianshan Hao route covers the core landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang, with approximately 6–8 hours of sightseeing per day, a relaxed pace, and ample time for photos and rest. Night travel corresponds to normal sleep hours, ensuring adequate rest and avoiding rushed fatigue. In case of weather, road conditions, or scenic area policy changes, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement.
Brief itinerary is as follows:
Day 01:Departure point – Urumqi (pick-up and hotel check-in) ｜ Meals: self-catering ｜ Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun ｜ Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner ｜ Accommodation: Train sleeper
🚄 Train positioning and featuresDay 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jadengyu ｜ Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner ｜ Accommodation: Jadengyu
Day 04:Jadengyu – Hemu – Rainbow 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
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: Tashkurgan County
Day 09:Tashkurgan County – Tajik home visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar ｜ Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner ｜ Accommodation: Kashgar
Tianshan Hao is a railway-customized light-luxury tourist train. It does not open public ticket purchase channels such as 12306, and seats are allocated by cooperative cultural tourism agencies. It uses 25T/25G air-conditioned quiet car bodies with sand-proof sealed design, running smoothly with low noise, especially suitable for Xinjiang’s vast and dry geographical environment. The entire train has completed elderly-friendly renovations: widened corridors, anti-slip flooring, full coverage of emergency call devices and barrier-free facilities, and is equipped with 24-hour dedicated butlers, bilingual guides, and onboard medical staff, providing health monitoring and emergency medical support.Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb – 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 – Nationwide (drop-off based on return flight/train schedule) ｜ Meals: breakfast ｜ Accommodation: Warm home
Some 2026 departure dates and corresponding price references:
(Prices are subject to the signed contract and may vary by departure date)
May 7
The train formation includes sleeper cars, dining car, bar car, and entertainment car, where passengers can participate in leisure activities in public areas during the journey. Large luggage does not need to be moved throughout the trip — sightseeing by day, traveling by night, truly realizing “bringing the hotel onto the train.”Blue Diamond Quad Room:RMB 13,999/person ｜ Blue Diamond Twin Room: RMB 19,999/person ｜ Silver Diamond Quad Room: RMB 12,999/person
Executive Twin Room:RMB 19,999/person ｜ Silver Diamond Twin Room: RMB 18,999/person ｜ Silver Diamond Presidential Suite: RMB 23,999/person
July 28 / August 11
Blue Diamond Quad Room:RMB 14,999/person ｜ Blue Diamond Twin Room: RMB 20,999/person ｜ Silver Diamond Quad Room: RMB 13,999/person
Executive Twin Room:RMB 20,999/person ｜ Silver Diamond Twin Room: RMB 19,999/person ｜ Silver Diamond Presidential Suite: RMB 24,999/person
October 9 (late autumn scenery)
Blue Diamond Quad Room:RMB 9,999/person ｜ Blue Diamond Twin Room: RMB 15,999/person
🛏️ Cabin types and configuration details> For more departure dates (e.g., June, September, etc.), prices are detailed in the finalized materials. Please confirm specific availability and quotes through actual consultation.
📝 Booking process (through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service)
1. Consultation and selection: Contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, to confirm 2026 departure dates, itinerary, seat types, and availability.
2. Submit information: Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to lock in the desired cabin.
3. Pay deposit: Pay the deposit according to the selected cabin class and receive a formal tourism receipt.
4. Sign contract: Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by national tourism authorities, and verify details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation/modification terms.
5. Settle balance: Pay the remaining amount 30 days before departure. After confirmation by customer service, the departure notice, travel guide, and luggage checklist will be issued.
Tianshan Hao starts and ends in Urumqi, and travelers from across the country need to arrive in Urumqi on their own to board. Currently, the following cabin types are available (data as of July 2026):🍽 ️ Reception standards description
✅ Included items:All accommodation (hotels + train sleepers), first admission tickets to scenic spots, local transportation, guide services, three meals per day (including specialty meals such as fruit feast and ethnic flavor meals).
❌ Excluded items:Transportation from departure point to Urumqi, personal expenses (solo travelers will be assisted with room sharing where possible; special circumstances will be discussed separately).
Meals are primarily based on Xinjiang local flavors, balancing northern and southern tastes, overall light and less spicy, avoiding heavy oil and salt, suitable for middle-aged, elderly, and family groups. The number of diners is arranged according to the actual group size, striving for a good dining experience.
> Note:Specific reception standards are subject to actual consultation and contract content.
💡 Why choose Tianshan Hao?
Compared to traditional group tours or self-driving, Tianshan Hao has obvious advantages:
Blue Diamond Quad Room (convertible to Blue Diamond Twin Room)No luggage moving throughout the trip:Large items stay on the train, saving the hassle of repeated packing;
Relaxed pace:6–8 hours of sightseeing per day, no pressure to rush;
Comprehensive services:Onboard medical staff, 24-hour butlers, bilingual guides, ensuring peace of mind;
Suitable for all groups:Especially suitable for retirees and travelers who cannot sit in cars for long periods;
Hassle-free transportation:Night travel replaces long-distance buses, covering hundreds of kilometers while sleeping.
❤ ️ Reasons for popularity
Tianshan Hao continues to be favored because it precisely solves the core pain points of Xinjiang tourism — vast territory, scattered attractions, and time-consuming transportation. Through the “mobile hotel + in-depth sightseeing” model, travelers can truly focus on scenery and experiences rather than rushing and trivialities. Combined with comprehensive elderly-friendly design and humanized services, it has become an ideal choice for family trips and silver-haired travel.
📞 To learn about 2026 availability, specific departures, or cabin details, please consult Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service (contact information obtained through official channels).
📌 Warm reminder:Prices and departure dates may fluctuate with the season; the final terms are subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties.
How to register for the 2026 Xinjiang tourist train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service specializes in high-end tourist train reservation services, covering light-luxury trains such as Jinxiu Tianfu Hao, Chengdu Hao, Shifang Hao, New Oriental Express, Kunlun Hao, Tianshan Hao, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhinan Hao. For light-luxury lying travel and premium train experiences, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle berth selection and reservation, sign up, and check train schedules, sleeper availability, and travel itineraries in real time.
