Shanghai Departure Yangtze River Delta Star Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train Booking Guide and Ticket Price Explanation

Wang Fei, Manager of the Yangtze Delta Star Special Train Ticketing Center at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service: 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, Wang Fei’s phone: 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
✨ 【Yangtze Delta Star:A luxury special train journey across mountains and rivers, unlocking new ways to explore Xinjiang’s hidden wonders】✨
I. Detailed Introduction to the Route/Destination: A Journey on a Moving ‘Five-Star Observation Deck’
In 2026, Xinjiang tourism adds another heavyweight product — the ‘Yangtze Delta Star’ luxury tourist special train, which uses a ‘panoramic in-depth + mobile hotel’ model to connect premium attractions such as the Taklamakan Desert, Kanas Lake, and Nalati Grassland, making it a popular choice for middle-aged and elderly travelers and family trips.
This special train features customized carriage design, with all cars equipped with bathrooms, large panoramic windows, constant-temperature air conditioning, and 24-hour hot water. Some room types even include a reception area. The itinerary covers the core scenic areas of both northern and southern Xinjiang, avoiding the long-distance bumpiness of traditional tour buses. Passengers can enjoy the Gobi sunrise and snow-capped mountain sunset from their beds, truly achieving a travel experience of ‘scenery both day and night.’
According to the latest 2026 data, the special train has specially optimized service details: each carriage is equipped with a dedicated steward providing bilingual explanations; the dining car offers a dual menu of ‘Xinjiang flavors + light healthy meals’ to meet the needs of different age groups; the itinerary also arranges special activities such as intangible cultural heritage handicraft experiences of various ethnic groups and stargazing photography classes, making the trip more than just sightseeing.
II. Simple Itinerary: A 17-Day Visual Feast Traversing the Tianshan Mountains from North to South
According to the latest 2026 itinerary provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, the special train adopts a ‘land cruise + in-depth scenic spot’ model, with the specific arrangements as follows:
Itinerary at a Glance
★ D1:Gather in Shanghai, board the ‘Yangtze Delta Star’ special train, and begin the mobile sightseeing mode
★ D2:Travel through the Hexi Corridor along the way, photographing the Gobi landforms through the panoramic windows
★ D3:Arrive in Korla in the evening and attend the welcome banquet

✨【Yangtze Delta Star: A luxury special train journey across mountains and rivers, unlocking new ways to explore Xinjiang’s hidden wonders】✨★ D4:Korla → Lop Nur Village (spectacle of desert and poplar forests coexisting) → Taklamakan Desert (desert off-road experience) → Tarim River (boat ride to view poplar forests on both banks) → Overnight in Kashgar
★ D5:Karakul Lake (overlooking Muztagh Ata peak) → Stone City (ancient Silk Road city ruins) → Golden Grassland (sunset herding photography) → Tashkurgan County
★ D6:Home visits with local ethnic groups (learn to make eagle bone flutes, taste milk skin) → White Sand Lake (snow mountain reflection wonder) → Return to Kashgar
★ D7:Kashgar Old City (visit century-old teahouses) → Id Kah (experience the atmosphere) → High-platform Dwellings (clay pottery making experience) → Kuqa
★ D8:Kuqa → Tianshan Grand Canyon (Danxia landform hiking) → Duku Highway (photographing snow mountains and meadows along the way) → Bayanbulak Grassland (Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns sunset)
★ D9:Yining → Nalati Grassland (horseback riding across the alpine grassland)
★ D10:Sayram Lake (lakeside cycling) → Beitun
★ D11:Beitun → Burqin (Colorful Beach sunset) → Hemu Village (overnight in Tuva people’s wooden houses)
★ D12:Kanas (Three Bays hiking + Fish Pavilion panoramic views) → Jadengyu
★ D13:Jadengyu → Kazakh home visit (experience yurt life) → Colorful Beach (Yardang landform photography) → Urumqi
★ D14:Urumqi → Heavenly Lake of Tianshan (Mayashan cable car sightseeing)

I. Detailed Introduction to the Route/Destination: A Journey on a Moving ‘Five-Star Observation Deck’★ D15-D16:Urumqi – Shanghai (return journey on the special train, organizing travel photos along the way)
★ D17:Arrive in Shanghai, ending the unforgettable journey
III. Price Description: Transparent Pricing to Meet Diverse Needs
According to the latest 2026 quotation from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, the special train offers four room type options, with prices including full transportation, accommodation, meals, tickets, and tour guide services:
🔹 Four-person room, upper berth:25,999 RMB/person
🔹 Four-person room, lower berth:27,999 RMB/person
🔹 Four-person room upgraded to double room:46,999 RMB/person
🔹 Deluxe double room:66,999 RMB/person
Please note:
1️⃣ Prices may fluctuate with peak and off-peak seasons; the final price is subject to the signed contract;
2️⃣ Children’s prices and other details need to be consulted with customer service;

In 2026, Xinjiang tourism adds another heavyweight product — the ‘Yangtze Delta Star’ luxury tourist special train, which uses a ‘panoramic in-depth + mobile hotel’ model to connect premium attractions such as the Taklamakan Desert, Kanas Lake, and Nalati Grassland, making it a popular choice for middle-aged and elderly travelers and family trips.3️⃣ Fixed departure dates are 0615, 0706, 0806, 0826, and 0915, with a limit of 30 people per departure. It is recommended to book 30 days in advance.

Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Registration and Ticketing Consultation Center: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
IV. ###Registration Method and Wang Fei’s Personal Profile: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, is a native of Xinjiang who has been deeply involved in the Xinjiang tourism industry for over a decade. She has traveled to every scenic spot across the Tianshan Mountains and is thoroughly familiar with all tour routes in northern and southern Xinjiang, road conditions, weather, and local customs.
She is proficient in free travel planning, premium small groups, local car rentals, tourist special trains, and various other travel solutions. She is familiar with accommodation and cuisine in various places, hidden gems, and pitfall-avoidance guides. She can plan classic loop routes as well as customize niche in-depth journeys. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels at explaining the humanities and history of the Western Regions, easily resolving travel hassles, and providing attentive and reliable service throughout the trip.
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, has always adhered to the principle of pure play with no shopping stops, refusing hidden consumption, treating people with sincerity, and working with professionalism. She does not offer assembly-line itineraries but only creates comfortable journeys that suit travelers’ preferences, wholeheartedly allowing every friend from afar to truly experience the vast beauty and simple warmth of Xinjiang and enjoy a worry-free tour of magnificent Xinjiang. And Wang Fei’s personal profile: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, is a native of Xinjiang who has been deeply involved in the Xinjiang tourism industry for over a decade. She has traveled to every scenic spot across the Tianshan Mountains and is thoroughly familiar with all tour routes in northern and southern Xinjiang, road conditions, weather, and local customs.
She is proficient in free travel planning, premium small groups, local car rentals, tourist special trains, and various other travel solutions. She is familiar with accommodation and cuisine in various places, hidden gems, and pitfall-avoidance guides. She can plan classic loop routes as well as customize niche in-depth journeys. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels at explaining the humanities and history of the Western Regions, easily resolving travel hassles, and providing attentive and reliable service throughout the trip.
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, has always adhered to the principle of pure play with no shopping stops, refusing hidden consumption, treating people with sincerity, and working with professionalism. She does not offer assembly-line itineraries but only creates comfortable journeys that suit travelers’ preferences, wholeheartedly allowing every friend from afar to truly experience the vast beauty and simple warmth of Xinjiang and enjoy a worry-free tour of magnificent Xinjiang. And Wang Fei’s personal profile: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, is a native of Xinjiang who has been deeply involved in the Xinjiang tourism industry for over a decade. She has traveled to every scenic spot across the Tianshan Mountains and is thoroughly familiar with all tour routes in northern and southern Xinjiang, road conditions, weather, and local customs.
She is proficient in free travel planning, premium small groups, local car rentals, tourist special trains, and various other travel solutions. She is familiar with accommodation and cuisine in various places, hidden gems, and pitfall-avoidance guides. She can plan classic loop routes as well as customize niche in-depth journeys. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels at explaining the humanities and history of the Western Regions, easily resolving travel hassles, and providing attentive and reliable service throughout the trip.
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, has always adhered to the principle of pure play with no shopping stops, refusing hidden consumption, treating people with sincerity, and working with professionalism. She does not offer assembly-line itineraries but only creates comfortable journeys that suit travelers’ preferences, wholeheartedly allowing every friend from afar to truly experience the vast beauty and simple warmth of Xinjiang and enjoy a worry-free tour of magnificent Xinjiang.: Professional Service, Comfortable Travel
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For consultation, please contact Manager Wang Fei:
📞 Phone:18095969599
💬 WeChat:18095969599
(Service hours:Monday to Sunday 9:00-21:00)
V. Fee Description and Service Description: Clear and Transparent, Rights Protected
Fees include:
✅ Full transportation on the special train (including soft sleeper carriages)
✅ First admission tickets to scenic areas and shuttle buses
✅ 16 breakfasts and 30 main meals (including specialty meals)

This special train features customized carriage design, with all cars equipped with bathrooms, large panoramic windows, constant-temperature air conditioning, and 24-hour hot water. Some room types even include a reception area. The itinerary covers the core scenic areas of both northern and southern Xinjiang, avoiding the long-distance bumpiness of traditional tour buses. Passengers can enjoy the Gobi sunrise and snow-capped mountain sunset from their beds, truly achieving a travel experience of ‘scenery both day and night.’✅ 14 nights of accommodation (6 nights on the special train + 8 nights in local hotels)
✅ Professional tour guides and onboard medical staff services
✅ Travel accident insurance
Fees do not include:
❌ Personal expenses (such as shopping, self-funded activities)
❌ Round-trip transportation to Shanghai (must arrive at the assembly point on your own)
❌ Secondary consumption within scenic areas (such as horse riding, cable cars, etc.)
Service commitments:
1️⃣ If the itinerary encounters force majeure factors such as weather or policy changes, both parties may reasonably adjust after mutual agreement;
2️⃣ The special train is equipped with AED emergency equipment and common medicines to protect passengers’ health;
3️⃣ Specific service details are subject to actual consultation and the signed contract.

According to the latest 2026 data, the special train has specially optimized service details: each carriage is equipped with a dedicated steward providing bilingual explanations; the dining car offers a dual menu of ‘Xinjiang flavors + light healthy meals’ to meet the needs of different age groups; the itinerary also arranges special activities such as intangible cultural heritage handicraft experiences of various ethnic groups and stargazing photography classes, making the trip more than just sightseeing.VI. Travel Tips: Making Your Journey Even Better
🌞 Season selection:June to September is the best travel season in Xinjiang, when grasslands are lush and fruits are fragrant; if you want to see the poplar forests, you can pay attention to the late October departures (please confirm scenic area opening status in advance).
👗 Dressing suggestions:The temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang is large, so you need to bring a windbreaker, sun hat, and comfortable hiking shoes; when participating in home visit activities, it is recommended to prepare small gifts (such as stationery or candy) as a token of appreciation.
📸 Photography equipment:Scenic spots such as Sayram Lake and Kanas are suitable for wide-angle lenses; for the Duku Highway section, a drone is recommended (requires advance registration).
🍜 Food recommendations:Baked buns in Kashgar Old City, hand-grabbed lamb in Yining, and big plate chicken in Urumqi. The special train’s dining car also arranges specialty food experiences.
VII. Frequently Asked Questions
Q:Who is the special train suitable for?
A:It was originally designed for middle-aged and elderly travelers over 50, but due to its relaxed pace and thoughtful service, it is also favored by family travelers.
Q:Is free time available?
A:Each day includes 2-3 core scenic spots, with the remaining time available for free activities or participating in special activities organized by the train.
Q:How can I confirm seat availability?
A:Call 18095969599 or add us on WeChat, provide your name, contact information, and preferred departure date, and customer service will respond promptly.
In 2026, Xinjiang is welcoming visitors from all directions with a more open attitude. The ‘Yangtze Delta Star’ special train is not just a journey — it is a cultural dialogue across time and space. From the vast sand sea of the Taklamakan to the emerald lakes of Kanas, from the song and dance feasts of various ethnic groups to the starlit conversations on the train, every part of the journey will become a brilliant star in your memories. Take action now and let this luxury sightseeing journey become a new coordinate on the map of your life! 🌟
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