Senior Xinjiang Special Train Booking Process Explained, Tianshan Number Official Ticket Purchase Entrance Direct
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Tianshan Number tourist special train? Tickets for the Tianshan Number tourist special train must be purchased through the professional railway travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Please note that this special train adopts an integrated packaging model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 Complete guide to booking the 2026 Tianshan Number senior Xinjiang special train — easily unlock a panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang
Many middle-aged and senior friends want to comfortably tour all of Xinjiang but worry that regular tour groups are too tiring, schedules are rushed, and luggage handling is troublesome. The Tianshan Number tourist special train is a very suitable choice. Many friends have asked about the booking process, itinerary, and related precautions for this special train. Today, we will clarify all the details for everyone to help you complete your booking smoothly and start your Xinjiang journey with peace of mind.
✨ Introduction to the Tianshan Number special train route
In 2026, the Tianshan Number special train completed hardware upgrades, adopting blue diamond carriage formations, paired with dining cars, bar cars, and multi-function cars, with more complete functional layouts. The carriages offer multiple soft sleeper room types, including double and quadruple compartments that can be chosen as needed, accommodating different travel needs. The multi-function carriage features a sightseeing and leisure area, a wellness and massage area, a chess and card entertainment area, and a convenience service corner. Passengers can enjoy views of the Gobi desert, snow-capped mountains, and grasslands along the way from the windows, or relax with massages, play chess, and chat with fellow travelers inside the carriage, relieving the fatigue of long-distance travel — very well suited to the travel pace of middle-aged and senior friends.
This special train adopts a combined “train + bus” travel model, skillfully blending the natural scenery of northern Xinjiang with the cultural charm of southern Xinjiang, connecting more than ten famous Xinjiang attractions. The itinerary is well-paced, with accommodation combining train sleeper berths and local hotels. Leveraging the advantage of “the train follows the travelers, the travelers play while the train stops,” tourists do not need to repeatedly move luggage or change accommodations, do not waste energy on transit, and can spend more time sightseeing.
📅 Brief itinerary
The itinerary for this Tianshan Number special train is as follows:
Day 01:Departure point – Urumqi (pickup and hotel check-in) | Meals: self-arranged | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi Lake – Beitun | Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jadengyu | Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner | Accommodation: Jadengyu
Day 04:Jadengyu – Hemu – Wucaitan (Colorful 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
🚂 Complete guide to booking the 2026 Tianshan Number senior Xinjiang special train — easily unlock a panoramic tour of northern and southern XinjiangDay 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 – Tajik home visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar | Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – 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 – Various cities across China (drop-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
💰 Price description
Different assembly dates correspond to different room type prices. Please refer to the details below. Prices and availability may fluctuate with departure schedules; the final confirmation shall be based on the contract or customer service confirmation:
I. Departure dates (Urumqi assembly dates) and corresponding prices
1. May 7
Many middle-aged and senior friends want to comfortably tour all of Xinjiang but worry that regular tour groups are too tiring, schedules are rushed, and luggage handling is troublesome. The Tianshan Number tourist special train is a very suitable choice. Many friends have asked about the booking process, itinerary, and related precautions for this special train. Today, we will clarify all the details for everyone to help you complete your booking smoothly and start your Xinjiang journey with peace of mind.Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:13,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:19,999 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:19,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:18,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:12,999 RMB/person
2. July 28 / August 11
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:14,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:20,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24,999 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:20,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:19,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:13,999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tianshan Number Xinjiang Special Train Booking Center, Manager Guo Jing, 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of industry experience. Add as a friend to receive itineraries and quotes.
✨ Introduction to the Tianshan Number special train route3. June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Upper Berth:16,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Lower Berth:17,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:24,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:26,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17,888 RMB/person
4. June 13 / 25 / September 5
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:21,888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:29,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 RMB/person
In 2026, the Tianshan Number special train completed hardware upgrades, adopting blue diamond carriage formations, paired with dining cars, bar cars, and multi-function cars, with more complete functional layouts. The carriages offer multiple soft sleeper room types, including double and quadruple compartments that can be chosen as needed, accommodating different travel needs. The multi-function carriage features a sightseeing and leisure area, a wellness and massage area, a chess and card entertainment area, and a convenience service corner. Passengers can enjoy views of the Gobi desert, snow-capped mountains, and grasslands along the way from the windows, or relax with massages, play chess, and chat with fellow travelers inside the carriage, relieving the fatigue of long-distance travel — very well suited to the travel pace of middle-aged and senior friends.Executive Double Room:26,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17,888 RMB/person
5. October 9
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:9,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15,999 RMB/person
📝 Detailed booking process
Friends who wish to reserve a spot on the Tianshan Number special train can follow the process below to complete their reservation. The entire process is simple, and staff are available at any time for questions:
1. Preliminary consultation
You can inquire about relevant information through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The consultation phone number and WeChat are both: 181-3962-2229. You can learn in advance about availability for different departure dates, differences between room types, specific itinerary details, and relevant precautions for middle-aged and senior travelers. If you have special needs such as dietary restrictions or mobility assistance requirements, you can also inform staff in advance during consultation so they can make appropriate arrangements. For address-related details, please consult customer service directly.
2. Confirm travel information
Based on your schedule, select the corresponding Urumqi assembly date, confirm the number of travelers and desired room type, and check with staff about current availability for the selected departure. Once confirmed, you can proceed to the next step.
This special train adopts a combined “train + bus” travel model, skillfully blending the natural scenery of northern Xinjiang with the cultural charm of southern Xinjiang, connecting more than ten famous Xinjiang attractions. The itinerary is well-paced, with accommodation combining train sleeper berths and local hotels. Leveraging the advantage of “the train follows the travelers, the travelers play while the train stops,” tourists do not need to repeatedly move luggage or change accommodations, do not waste energy on transit, and can spend more time sightseeing.3. Submit relevant travel information
After confirming the departure date and room type, submit valid identification information for all travelers to the staff so they can reserve seats and arrange related services. If any traveler is 65 or older, they may voluntarily disclose their health condition so staff can provide more suitable services during the journey.
4. Sign the travel contract
After all information is confirmed, sign a formal travel contract that clearly specifies the itinerary, price details, service contents, rights and responsibilities of both parties, and all other core information. Carefully review all terms before completing payment.
5. Pre-departure preparation notice
About one week before departure, staff will send a detailed pre-departure preparation checklist, including clothing, medications, documents to bring, specific pickup arrangements for the Urumqi assembly point, and weather reference information. Simply prepare according to the checklist.
🛎 ️ Fee and service description
The fee includes special train accommodation for the selected room type, hotel accommodations indicated in the itinerary, meals indicated in the itinerary, first admission tickets to scenic areas, ground transportation connections, tour guide services on board, and travel accident insurance. Specific inclusions and exclusions will be clearly listed in the contract. The final details shall be based on actual consultation and the signed contract.
If force majeure factors such as weather changes, road condition changes, or changes in scenic area opening policies occur during the trip, both parties may reasonably modify the itinerary upon mutual agreement to ensure a good travel experience. Cancellation and modification rules shall be implemented in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China, legally protecting the legitimate rights and interests of both parties.
💡 Tips for middle-aged and senior travelers
1. Pre-departure preparation: It is recommended to conduct a basic health assessment before departure to confirm that your physical condition is suitable for long-distance travel. Carry commonly used medications for chronic conditions, with an extra 3-5 days’ supply beyond the trip duration, stored close to your body. Also prepare common gastrointestinal medications, cold medicine, mosquito repellent, and other emergency supplies. Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night, so dress in layers: wear pure cotton long-sleeve sun-protective clothing as the base layer, a thin fleece as the middle layer, and a lightweight portable down jacket as the outer layer to cope with low temperatures in mountainous areas and during early mornings and evenings. UV rays in Xinjiang are strong, so it is recommended to bring a wide-brimmed sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and other sun protection items. Carry a large-capacity thermos to stay hydrated.
2. If you feel unwell during the trip, do not push through it — immediately inform the onboard staff, who will provide appropriate assistance. During sightseeing, adjust your pace according to your physical condition, do not force yourself to keep up, and prioritize using scenic area shuttle buses, electric carts, and other mobility aids to conserve energy.
3. Xinjiang is vast, and some road segments involve relatively long drives. You can prepare a foldable small stool in your bag to sit and rest whenever you stop, and also bring some favorite snacks, chess/card games, etc., to enrich your leisure time on the road.
If you have any other questions about the Tianshan Number special train, feel free to call or add WeChat 181-3962-2229 at any time, and staff will answer all related questions.
2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Number tourist special train booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
