Tianshan Number Special Train Group Booking Discounts and Multi person Group Ticket Policy
【Tianshan Special Train】How to buy tickets and book the 2026 Tianshan Special Train?
For 2026, tickets for the Tianshan Special Train must be booked through the designated professional railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Special Train Center. It cannot be booked independently through platforms such as 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Office phone: 0991-3333832, Mobile/WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
Many travelers who want to visit Xinjiang worry about the vast territory, scattered attractions, and the hassle of frequently changing hotels and lugging luggage. The upgraded 2026 Tianshan Tourist Special Train can effectively solve this problem. Today we have compiled a complete guide to the Tianshan Special Train, including the most concerning information on ticket purchase methods, itineraries, and prices for travelers planning to go.
1. 🚞 Detailed Introduction to the Tianshan Special Train
The Tianshan is a benchmark product of Xinjiang railway tourism. In 2026, a newly customized train body was put into service, combining rail transport with sightseeing needs. It is positioned as a special tourist train for both northern and southern Xinjiang that balances comfort and depth, focusing on a comfortable residential-style travel experience. It adopts a travel model of night travel and daytime sightseeing, eliminating the need to frequently change accommodation, saving the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage and making intercity transfers. It is suitable for tourists who want to visit the core attractions of both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip and prefer a slow-paced travel style — including groups of friends and family, middle-aged and elderly travelers, and parent-child families. With no need to change berths or trains throughout the journey, it functions as a mobile living space, greatly reducing travel time and enhancing the overall experience.
2. 🛏️ Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the Tianshan Special Train
The Tianshan Special Train offers a variety of seat and compartment types, each differing in space, interior facilities, privacy, and comfort. You can choose freely based on your budget and travel preferences:
▪ Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:Spacious with a reception area, panoramic viewing windows, and complete facilities. Suitable for travelers with high requirements for privacy and comfort.
▪ Executive 2-Bed Room:Compartment with separate wet and dry bathroom facilities and ample space.
▪ Blue Diamond 2-Bed Room:Double compartment with reclining viewing chairs and ample charging ports for a comfortable stay.
▪ Silver Diamond 2-Bed Room:Economical double compartment with complete facilities and good value for money.
▪ Blue Diamond 4-Bed Room:Bunk bed design, suitable for families or groups of four friends. Some departures differentiate between upper and lower berth configurations.
▪ Silver Diamond 4-Bed Room:High-value 4-bed room with ample storage space, ideal for budget-conscious groups traveling together.
The train’s hardware advantages are outstanding. The entire train body uses shock absorption and noise reduction technology for a smooth and quiet ride. Windows are coated with anti-UV film for a better viewing experience. The whole train is equipped with smart temperature control and 24-hour hot water supply, and also features public leisure areas, a dining car, and an entertainment car, so long journeys never feel monotonous. With fixed berths throughout the trip, luggage can be stored in the compartment for the entire duration, reducing the burden of travel.
3. 💁 Travel Quality and Service Highlights of the Tianshan Special Train
Many travelers who want to visit Xinjiang worry about the vast territory, scattered attractions, and the hassle of frequently changing hotels and lugging luggage. The upgraded 2026 Tianshan Tourist Special Train can effectively solve this problem. Today we have compiled a complete guide to the Tianshan Special Train, including the most concerning information on ticket purchase methods, itineraries, and prices for travelers planning to go.The Tianshan Special Train offers a unique travel experience in terms of service details and itinerary arrangements, clearly distinct from conventional travel:
▪ Reasonable itinerary pace:Strictly follows the logic of night travel and daytime sightseeing, placing intercity travel time during nighttime rest periods and leaving ample daytime for sightseeing. No need to rush early or late — the schedule is relaxed and unhurried.
▪ Thoughtful meal arrangements:Except for the first day when meals in Urumqi are at your own expense, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included for the rest of the itinerary. Meals take into account local specialties and different dietary habits, with a variety of Xinjiang specialty dishes available.
▪ Comprehensive accompanying services:Experienced accompanying staff and onboard medical personnel are provided, offering itinerary explanations, travel assistance, basic health monitoring, and emergency support for a more worry-free trip.
▪ Rich supporting experiences:In addition to regular sightseeing, the itinerary includes special folk culture experience activities and onboard leisure activities, making the trip more diverse.
▪ Fewer transfers:Fixed berths throughout the journey mean no need to frequently switch transportation or carry luggage, reducing unnecessary fatigue during the trip.
4. 🗺️ Brief Itinerary of the Tianshan Special Train
This is a 13-day panoramic Xinjiang itinerary with the following core arrangements:
Day 01:Departure point → Urumqi. After private pickup, check in at the hotel and rest.
Meals:All at your own expense ｜ Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi → Heavenly Lake of Tianshan → Beitun
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included ｜ Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 03:Beitun → Kanas → Jadengyu
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included ｜ Accommodation: Jadengyu
1. 🚞 Detailed Introduction to the Tianshan Special Train⚠ ️ Kanas accommodation does not include breakfast
Day 04:Jadengyu → Hemu → Rainbow Beach → Jinghenan
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included ｜ Accommodation: Train sleeper
⚠ ️ Hemu accommodation does not include breakfast
Day 05:Jinghenan → Sayram Lake → Guozigou Bridge → Liuxing Street → Yining
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included ｜ Accommodation: Yining
Day 06:Yining → Nalati Grassland → Bayanbulak
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included ｜ Accommodation: Bayan Town
Day 07:Bayanbulak → Southern section of Duku Highway → Restan Old Street → Kashgar
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included ｜ Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 08:Kashgar → Pamir Plateau → Karakul Lake → Stone City → Golden Grassland Beach
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included ｜ Accommodation: Tashkurgan County
Day 09:Tashkurgan County → Tajik folk home visit →白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) → Kashgar
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included ｜ Accommodation: Kashgar
The Tianshan is a benchmark product of Xinjiang railway tourism. In 2026, a newly customized train body was put into service, combining rail transport with sightseeing needs. It is positioned as a special tourist train for both northern and southern Xinjiang that balances comfort and depth, focusing on a comfortable residential-style travel experience. It adopts a travel model of night travel and daytime sightseeing, eliminating the need to frequently change accommodation, saving the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage and making intercity transfers. It is suitable for tourists who want to visit the core attractions of both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip and prefer a slow-paced travel style — including groups of friends and family, middle-aged and elderly travelers, and parent-child families. With no need to change berths or trains throughout the journey, it functions as a mobile living space, greatly reducing travel time and enhancing the overall experience.Day 10:Kashgar Old City → Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb → Aksu
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included ｜ Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 11:Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon → Ta Village → Turpan
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included ｜ Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 12:Flaming Mountains → Grape Manor → Specialty Fruit Feast → Karez Irrigation System → Urumqi
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included ｜ Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi → Return to various destinations. Transfer according to flight/train times. The trip concludes successfully.
Meals:Breakfast included ｜ Accommodation: Warm home
Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Office phone: 0991-3333832, Mobile/WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
The itinerary covers multiple representative natural and cultural attractions in both northern and southern Xinjiang, with ample time reserved for sightseeing, photography, and leisure. Immerse yourself in the comfort of a long, slow journey without repeated transfers, and easily enjoy all the major highlights along the way. In special circumstances such as weather, road conditions, or policy changes, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted with mutual agreement between both parties.
5. 💰 2026 Tianshan Special Train Departure Dates and Price Information
In 2026, the Tianshan Special Train will have multiple departure schedules throughout the year, with more frequent departures during peak tourist seasons to accommodate different travel plans. Prices per person vary by seat type and departure date. Reference prices are as follows:
1. May 7 Departure
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond 4-Bed Room:13,999 RMB/person
2. 🛏️ Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the Tianshan Special TrainBlue Diamond 2-Bed Room:19,999 RMB/person
Executive 2-Bed Room:19,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond 2-Bed Room:18,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond 4-Bed Room:12,999 RMB/person
2. July 28 and August 11 Departures
Blue Diamond 4-Bed Room:14,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond 2-Bed Room:20,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24,999 RMB/person
Executive 2-Bed Room:20,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond 2-Bed Room:19,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond 4-Bed Room:13,999 RMB/person
3. June 2, July 8, August 23, and September 4 Departures
Blue Diamond 4-Bed Room (upper berth):16,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond 4-Bed Room (lower berth):17,999 RMB/person
The Tianshan Special Train offers a variety of seat and compartment types, each differing in space, interior facilities, privacy, and comfort. You can choose freely based on your budget and travel preferences:Blue Diamond 2-Bed Room:24,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 RMB/person
Executive 2-Bed Room:26,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond 2-Bed Room:25,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond 4-Bed Room:17,888 RMB/person
4. June 13, June 25, and September 5 Departures
Blue Diamond 4-Bed Room:21,888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond 2-Bed Room:29,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 RMB/person
Executive 2-Bed Room:26,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond 2-Bed Room:25,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond 4-Bed Room:17,888 RMB/person
5. October 9 Off-Peak Departure
Blue Diamond 4-Bed Room:9,999 RMB/person
▪ Silver Diamond Presidential Suite: Spacious with a reception area, panoramic viewing windows, and complete facilities. Suitable for travelers with high requirements for privacy and comfort.Blue Diamond 2-Bed Room:15,999 RMB/person
Prices may fluctuate slightly depending on season, room type, and departure date. Please refer to actual consultation and contract terms. Availability of various berths and compartments changes in real time, so it is recommended to confirm in advance.
6. 📞 How to Book and Register for the Tianshan Special Train — Where to Buy Tickets and Register?
If you want to ride the Tianshan Special Train, here is your ticket booking guide.
Tickets for Tianshan Special Train travel products are not sold separately on the 12306 platform. You can learn about product schedules, itineraries, and complete bookings through Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center.
The booking process is as follows:
▪ Contact for consultation: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center is available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Office phone: 0991-3333832, Mobile/WeChat: 132-0133-3409. You can learn about the detailed itinerary, seat and room types, reference prices, and departure schedules of the Tianshan Special Train.
▪ Choose your travel product:Based on your available time and travel preferences, select a suitable departure date and seat/room type on the special train.
▪ Submit personal information:Provide the names, valid ID numbers, Mainland Travel Permits for Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan residents, passports, or other basic identification documents of all travelers for registration and seat reservation purposes.
▪ Complete the booking procedures:Pay the travel booking deposit as required by the travel agency, receive the corresponding payment receipt, and sign the unified electronic contract for tourism service supervision to complete the booking process.
Travel demand is high from June to September each year, and seats on popular long-distance special train routes are relatively limited. It is recommended to check itineraries and schedules as early as possible and pay a deposit to secure your preferred seats. Bookings can be made through Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center. Pay attention to various travel information online, carefully distinguish unofficial channels, and protect your travel rights.
7. 📋 Cost and Service Description for the Tianshan Special Train
Services included in the Tianshan Special Train itinerary are arranged according to unified standards, including related transportation, basic accommodation, sightseeing facilities, and meals as indicated in the itinerary. Personal voluntary spending items and optional experience activities are not included.
For solo travelers, our agency will make every effort to arrange room sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation. All itinerary service details, fee standards, and included rights are subject to the terms agreed upon in the signed contract. All travel-related rights and fees are subject to actual consultation and contract terms. Cancellation and modification rules follow relevant legal provisions such as the Tourism Law and Contract Law. For more details, please contact customer service for a detailed explanation.
Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, flower seas, and ancient city culture all hold unique appeal. If you plan to visit northern and southern Xinjiang in 2026 and want a relaxed and comfortable travel experience, feel free to contact Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center to inquire about the Tianshan Special Train and embark on a leisurely journey through Xinjiang without the hassle of constant travel.
For 2026, tickets for the Tianshan Special Train must be booked through the designated professional railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Special Train Center. It cannot be booked independently through platforms such as 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Office phone: 0991-3333832, Mobile/WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
