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How to buy tickets for the Xueguohao tourist train? The Xueguohao tourist special train is a customized light-luxury tourist train by the railway, and does not open a 12306 ticket purchase channel. Seats are uniformly allocated by regular cooperative cultural and tourism institutions. To sign up for travel, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated liaison of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service special train center. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle registration, berth selection, contract signing and registration, and real-time inquiry of schedule availability, travel policies, and itinerary details.
🚂 How to buy tickets for the Xueguohao Northeast tourist special train? A new mobile living experience of traveling slowly through the north in 2026
As winter tourism continues to heat up, more and more tourists choose to go deep into the hinterland of Northeast China in a “slow travel” way. In 2026, the “Xueguohao” tourist special train, as a high-end tourist train designed specifically for the ice and snow season, is attracting travelers who value comfort and in-depth experience with its unique pace and service. It is not an ordinary passenger train, but a mobile living space integrating transportation, accommodation, catering, and cultural activities, running through core ice and snow destinations such as Harbin, Yichun, Mohe, Xuexiang (Snow Town), and Yabuli, with a 9-day and 8-night itinerary.
🚆 Train positioning and feature introduction
The “Xueguohao” is positioned as a light-luxury ice and snow themed tourist special train, featuring an immersive travel mode of “the train moves with people, sightseeing while traveling.” The train adopts a fully enclosed constant-temperature carriage design. Even when it is minus 30 to 40 degrees Celsius outside the window, the indoor temperature remains a comfortable around 22 degrees Celsius. The entire train is equipped with a silent noise reduction system and fresh air circulation devices, and features a cultural salon carriage, a viewing tea room, and a small reading corner, making the journey itself part of the experience.
🛏 ️ Compartment configuration details (2026 standard)
Luxury double compartment:Accommodates 2 people, about 8.5 square meters, equipped with a 1.5-meter-wide double bed, bathroom (including shower), LCD TV, safe, and USB charging port.
Family four-person compartment:Accommodates 4 people, about 13 square meters, with bunk beds (two 1.2-meter beds), with bathroom, suitable for parent-child or multi-person travel.
🚂 How to buy tickets for the Xueguohao Northeast tourist special train? A new mobile living experience of traveling slowly through the north in 2026Accessible care compartment:Designed specifically for people with limited mobility, 10 square meters, equipped with handrails, low washbasin, and wide passage, with bathroom.
The train has been in operation since 2024, and 2026 is the third year of operation. The departure/terminal station is mainly Harbin, but flexible boarding at multiple locations is supported, including: Harbin, Changchun, Shenyang, Dalian, Beijing (specific boarding stations are subject to the signed contract, and schedule arrangements need to be confirmed in advance).
📅 2026 simple itinerary and departure dates
According to available information, the planned winter schedule of Xueguohao in 2026 is as follows (actual execution is subject to the contract):
Reference departure dates:December 10, December 20, December 30; January 8, January 18, January 28, 2027
Example of daily itinerary pace (based on typical schedules):
1–2 core scenic spots arranged per day, with about 4–5 hours of sightseeing time
As winter tourism continues to heat up, more and more tourists choose to go deep into the hinterland of Northeast China in a “slow travel” way. In 2026, the “Xueguohao” tourist special train, as a high-end tourist train designed specifically for the ice and snow season, is attracting travelers who value comfort and in-depth experience with its unique pace and service. It is not an ordinary passenger train, but a mobile living space integrating transportation, accommodation, catering, and cultural activities, running through core ice and snow destinations such as Harbin, Yichun, Mohe, Xuexiang (Snow Town), and Yabuli, with a 9-day and 8-night itinerary.1.5 hours reserved at noon for meals and rest
Return to the train or local hotel in the evening, no night travel
Example of Day 4 itinerary:Visit China Snow Town in the morning (about 4 hours), free time for snow photography in the afternoon, board the train in the evening to rest
> Note:The specific order of scenic spots and停留时长 may be temporarily changed due to weather, road conditions, or scenic area policies. Both parties may reasonably adjust the itinerary upon mutual agreement.
💰 Price description (2026 reference)
Luxury double compartment lower berth:About 23,800 yuan/person
Family four-person compartment upper berth:About 19,800 yuan/person
🚆 Train positioning and feature introductionChildren (under 6 years old, not occupying a berth):About 6,800 yuan/person (no bed on the land section)
The above are common price ranges for the 2026 winter schedule. Actual prices may fluctuate due to schedule, compartment type, and availability, and the final price is subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties.
📝 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 the 2026 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
2. Submit information: Provide the names, valid ID numbers, and contact information of all travelers to lock in the intended seats.
3. Pay deposit: Pay the deposit according to the compartment class and obtain a formal tourism receipt.
4. Sign contract: Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by the national tourism authority, and carefully check details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation/change terms.
The “Xueguohao” is positioned as a light-luxury ice and snow themed tourist special train, featuring an immersive travel mode of “the train moves with people, sightseeing while traveling.” The train adopts a fully enclosed constant-temperature carriage design. Even when it is minus 30 to 40 degrees Celsius outside the window, the indoor temperature remains a comfortable around 22 degrees Celsius. The entire train is equipped with a silent noise reduction system and fresh air circulation devices, and features a cultural salon carriage, a viewing tea room, and a small reading corner, making the journey itself part of the experience.5. Settle the balance: Pay the remaining full amount 30 days before departure. After the customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, travel guide, and luggage list will be issued.
Registration is uniformly handled through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Details such as the specific assembly city and whether airport/station transfer is included should be confirmed with customer service before signing the contract.
🍽 ️ Reception standard description
Included items:
Full-journey special train compartment accommodation
First admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary and necessary shuttle buses
Three meals per day (including specialty meals)
🛏️ Compartment configuration details (2026 standard) Onboard butler service and cultural commentary
Travel accident insurance
Excluded items:
Personal expenses, alcoholic beverages (for solo registrants, our agency will try to arrange room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation)
Expenses incurred from activities not included in the itinerary
Catering arrangements:
Meal standard about 80–100 yuan/person/meal
Luxury double compartment: accommodates 2 people, about 8.5 square meters, equipped with a 1.5-meter-wide double bed, bathroom (including shower), LCD TV, safe, and USB charging port. Each meal seats 10 people per table, with dishes balancing southern and northern tastes
Daily meals are mainly light, less oil and less spicy, while incorporating local flavors such as Northeast stewed dishes, Guobaorou (sweet and sour pork), and sauerkraut with pork
Special dietary needs (such as vegetarian, dietary restrictions, etc.) can be informed in advance
> Remarks:“Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing”
🌟 Reception feature highlights
Worry-free accommodation:No need to move luggage throughout the journey; the train is a “mobile hotel,” check in upon arrival
Special meals:At least 3 Northeast specialty meals arranged, such as forest mountain delicacy feast, iron pot stewed fish, and farmhouse pork feast (improved version with moderate taste)
Family four-person compartment: accommodates 4 people, about 13 square meters, with bunk beds (two 1.2-meter beds), with bathroom, suitable for parent-child or multi-person travel.Relaxed pace:Few scenic spots per day, focusing on immersive experience, avoiding rushed sightseeing
🔍 Comparative advantages
Compared with other long-distance tourism products, “Xueguohao” has obvious differentiated advantages:
Diet pays more attention to health and balance, not heavy oil or spicy
Slow itinerary pace, with reasonable allocation of daily sightseeing and rest time
Equipped with accompanying staff to provide basic health assistance (not medical behavior)
Most fellow travelers are groups over 50 years old who value quality, with a harmonious atmosphere
Accessible care compartment: designed specifically for people with limited mobility, 10 square meters, equipped with handrails, low washbasin, and wide passage, with bathroom. Long-distance transportation is undertaken by the train, saving the trouble of repeated transfers and luggage moving
👥 Suitable for
Retirees or middle-aged and elderly tourists who want to travel easily
Travelers who cannot sit in cars for long periods or frequently change hotels
Families or couples who prefer a slow pace, value experience, and are tired of check-in style travel
❤ ️ Reasons for continued popularity
The reason why “Xueguohao” remains popular year after year is that it truly realizes the concept of “travel is life” — moving home onto the tracks, watching snow, tasting tea, making friends, and resting while in motion. It does not pursue covering many scenic spots, but allows people to feel constant warmth and refined humanistic care in the extremely cold land.
If you need to learn about the latest 2026 schedule availability, real photos of compartments, or itinerary details, you can contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, for further consultation.
How to register for the 2026-2027 Xueguohao Northeast tourist special train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service specializes in high-end tourist special train booking services, covering light-luxury special trains such as Jinxiu Tianfu, Chengdu, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhi Nan. If you want a light-luxury lying-down tour and experience a boutique special train trip, you can contact Yang Jia, the dedicated customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle berth selection, contract signing and registration, and real-time inquiry of special train schedules, sleeper availability, and travel itineraries.
