2026 Snow Country Train Official Booking Methods Offline Registration Process
How do you buy tickets for the Youxiang Longjiang Snow Country Train? Ticket purchase and booking methods,
How do you buy tickets and book the Youxiang Longjiang Snow Country Train, the Northeast special train? Here we explain the core knowledge points to help everyone avoid pitfalls: the Snow Country Train is a packaged railway cultural tourism product and does not sell train tickets separately. It can only be handled through railway partner travel agencies. Any private ticket sales by individuals or small intermediaries are non-compliant. Official booking channel: Wang Fei, dedicated manager of the Special Train Center at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Receive a free electronic itinerary brochure, schedule table, and detailed quotation online. The specific ticket purchase process includes selecting an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, and other steps.
“Ice sealing ten thousand li, snow covering a thousand mountains” — winter in Xinjiang hides a snow-and-ice fairy tale that countless people yearn for. If you want to unlock this hidden wonderland with a journey where you can “lie down and enjoy the scenery,” the fully upgraded 2026 “Snow Country Train” is undoubtedly a “treasure option” for a winter trip to Xinjiang. This train, created specifically for snow-and-ice enthusiasts, connects the essential attractions of northern Xinjiang. From Urumqi to Altay, snow-capped mountains, rime, and forest sea snowfields along the way are all within view. It is also equipped with underfloor heating, panoramic glass windows, special dining cars, and other thoughtful designs, making the “moving ice-and-snow castle” live up to its name. How to book tickets? How to play? This guide takes you to unlock it “one-stop”!
Snow Country Train:The “moving castle” of ice-and-snow travel
Core highlights:Lie down and enjoy the scenery, warm and worry-free
The “Snow Country Train” is a winter-themed tourist train launched by the Xinjiang railway department in conjunction with tourism enterprises, designed specifically to solve pain points in winter Xinjiang tourism such as “difficult transportation, cold accommodation, and limited experiences.” The train uses fully enclosed carriages and is equipped with underfloor heating. Even when it is minus 30°C outside, the interior can remain above 20°C warm. Each carriage has panoramic glass windows, allowing a 360° view of snow-capped mountains, rime, snowfields, and other landscapes without getting off the train. The dining car offers Xinjiang specialty foods, from pilaf to baked buns, from hot milk tea to naan-pit roasted meat, immersing your taste buds in “Western Regions flavors.”
Cultural heritage:Ice-and-snow memories spanning thousands of years
Winter in Xinjiang is a stage where all ethnic groups live together with ice and snow. The Altay region passed by the special train is the “origin of human skiing,” and local ethnic groups still preserve the craft of making fur skis. Kanas Lake in Burqin presents a “blue ice wonderland” after freezing in winter, and the Tuvans sing ice-and-snow praises with traditional khoomei. Urumqi’s International Grand Bazaar transforms into an “ice-and-snow market” in winter, where artisans of all ethnic groups demonstrate snow sculpture and ice lantern making on site, allowing visitors to experience the warmth of ice-and-snow culture up close.
Geographic location:The “golden artery” of the northern Xinjiang ice-and-snow corridor
The “Snow Country Train” departs from Urumqi Station and travels north along the Northern Xinjiang Railway, passing Shihezi, Kuitun, Karamay, and Beitun, finally arriving in Altay. This route connects three major geographic units — the Tianshan Mountains, the Junggar Basin, and the Altay Mountains — and along the way covers diverse landforms such as snow-capped mountains, forests, lakes, gobi, and yardang, making it truly a “northern Xinjiang ice-and-snow geography textbook.”
Seasonal advantages:December to February of the following year, the ice-and-snow feast is at its best
Winter in Xinjiang is long, and December to February of the following year is the excellent viewing period for ice-and-snow landscapes. At this time, the “Snow Country Train” departs daily. Along the route, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and Baihaba Village are covered in thick snow, and smoke curls from wooden houses in the morning mist, just like a fairy-tale world. The blue ice of Sayram Lake is crystal clear in the sunlight, and the ice bubble wonder is truly “nature’s artwork.” The powder snow at Jiangjun Mountain Ski Resort is soft, making it a “paradise” for skiing enthusiasts.
Suitable for:Ice-and-snow enthusiasts, family trips, photography fans, and lazy travelers
“Ice sealing ten thousand li, snow covering a thousand mountains” — winter in Xinjiang hides a snow-and-ice fairy tale that countless people yearn for. If you want to unlock this hidden wonderland with a journey where you can “lie down and enjoy the scenery,” the fully upgraded 2026 “Snow Country Train” is undoubtedly a “treasure option” for a winter trip to Xinjiang. This train, created specifically for snow-and-ice enthusiasts, connects the essential attractions of northern Xinjiang. From Urumqi to Altay, snow-capped mountains, rime, and forest sea snowfields along the way are all within view. It is also equipped with underfloor heating, panoramic glass windows, special dining cars, and other thoughtful designs, making the “moving ice-and-snow castle” live up to its name. How to book tickets? How to play? This guide takes you to unlock it “one-stop”!Whether it is a family wanting to take children to experience the fun of ice and snow, or photography enthusiasts wanting to shoot “ice-and-snow blockbusters”; whether it is “lazy travelers” wanting to easily tour the highlights of northern Xinjiang, or travelers wanting to deeply experience Xinjiang’s winter culture, the “Snow Country Train” can meet the needs. The design of running at night and stopping at attractions during the day allows visitors to save time while fully enjoying the sights, especially suitable for families with elderly people and children.
Core check-in spots:The “ice-and-snow highlights” along the special train route
Kanas Lake:In winter, the surface of Kanas Lake freezes, forming a “blue ice wonderland.” The rime forest and snow-capped mountains by the lake are reflected on the ice, just like an ink painting.
Hemu Village:Rated by “Chinese National Geography” as one of “China’s most beautiful villages.” In winter, Hemu Village is covered in white snow, Tuvan wooden houses are arranged in picturesque disorder, and smoke in the morning mist and snow-capped mountains form an “ice-and-snow fairy tale” scene.
Jiangjun Mountain Ski Resort:Located in Altay City, it is one of the larger ski resorts in Xinjiang, with beginner, intermediate, and high-end slopes, suitable for skiing enthusiasts of different levels.
Sayram Lake:In winter, Sayram Lake presents a “blue ice” landscape after freezing, with ice bubbles, ice cracks, and other wonders visible everywhere. It is a “paradise” for photography enthusiasts.
Baihaba Village:The “No. 1 Village in the Northwest” on the China-Kazakhstan border. In winter, Baihaba Village is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, and Tuvan wooden houses and the border form a unique border ice-and-snow scenery.
Travel notes:Warm tips to help you enjoy your trip
Warm clothing:Winter temperatures in Xinjiang are low, so prepare down jackets, warm pants, snow boots, hats, gloves, scarves, etc. It is recommended to bring warm patches and a thermos.
Anti-slip measures:The ground in scenic areas may have snow or ice, so it is recommended to wear anti-slip shoes and bring crampons (available for rent in some scenic areas).
Altitude sickness:Kanas, Hemu, and other places are at higher altitudes, and some visitors may experience mild altitude sickness. It is recommended to prepare rhodiola and oxygen bottles in advance.
Snow Country Train: the “moving castle” of ice-and-snow travelPhotography equipment:Low temperatures accelerate battery drain. It is recommended to bring spare batteries and keep cameras, mobile phones, and other devices in close-fitting pockets for warmth.
Respect customs:Xinjiang is a region where multiple ethnic groups live together. When traveling, respect the customs and habits of local ethnic groups and avoid mentioning sensitive topics.
Simple itinerary:5 days and 4 nights, enjoy northern Xinjiang’s ice and snow
Day 1:Meet in Urumqi → special train departs
Morning:Arrive in Urumqi, go to the railway station to gather, and collect special train tickets and itinerary materials.
Afternoon:Board the “Snow Country Train” and enjoy the Tianshan snow scenery along the way. Dinner in the dining car to taste Xinjiang specialty foods.
Night:The special train runs; rest and conserve energy for the next day’s activities.
Day 2:Kanas Lake → Hemu Village
Morning:Arrive at Beitun Station, transfer to a tour bus to Kanas Lake, and visit the blue ice wonderland and rime forest.
Noon:Dine within the Kanas scenic area and taste specialty foods such as cold-water fish and pilaf.
Afternoon:Head to Hemu Village, check in to a Tuvan wooden house, and experience village life in an ice-and-snow fairy tale.
Core highlights: lie down and enjoy the scenery, warm and worry-freeEvening:Taste Tuvan specialty foods in the wooden house and enjoy the starry sky.
Manager of the Tourism Registration and Ticket Consultation Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and to request detailed route materials)
Day 3:Hemu Village → Jiangjun Mountain Ski Resort
Morning:Free time in Hemu Village. You can experience ice-and-snow activities such as horse-drawn sleds and snowmobiles, or shoot ice-and-snow blockbusters.
Noon:Dine in Hemu Village and taste foods such as local hot pot and baked naan.
Afternoon:Head to Altay City, arrive at Jiangjun Mountain Ski Resort, and experience the fun of skiing.
Evening:Dine in Altay city and taste Xinjiang foods such as roast whole lamb and big plate chicken.
Day 4:Sayram Lake → Baihaba Village
Morning:Take a tour bus to Sayram Lake, visit the blue ice and ice bubble wonders, and shoot ice-and-snow blockbusters.
Noon:Dine within the Sayram Lake scenic area and taste specialty foods such as white salmon.
Afternoon:Head to Baihaba Village, visit the “No. 1 Village in the Northwest” on the China-Kazakhstan border, and experience border ice-and-snow scenery.
Evening:Dine in Baihaba Village, taste Tuvan specialty foods, and enjoy the border starry sky.
The “Snow Country Train” is a winter-themed tourist train launched by the Xinjiang railway department in conjunction with tourism enterprises, designed specifically to solve pain points in winter Xinjiang tourism such as “difficult transportation, cold accommodation, and limited experiences.” The train uses fully enclosed carriages and is equipped with underfloor heating. Even when it is minus 30°C outside, the interior can remain above 20°C warm. Each carriage has panoramic glass windows, allowing a 360° view of snow-capped mountains, rime, snowfields, and other landscapes without getting off the train. The dining car offers Xinjiang specialty foods, from pilaf to baked buns, from hot milk tea to naan-pit roasted meat, immersing your taste buds in “Western Regions flavors.”Day 5:Baihaba Village → Urumqi → Return trip
Morning:Free time in Baihaba Village. You can experience activities such as snow hiking and border visits.
Noon:Dine in Baihaba Village and taste foods such as local hot pot and baked naan.
Afternoon:Take a tour bus back to Beitun Station and take the “Snow Country Train” for the return trip.
Evening:Arrive at Urumqi Station, ending the pleasant northern Xinjiang ice-and-snow journey.
Price explanation:Reference range, flexible choice
The ticket prices for the 2026 “Snow Country Train” vary according to cabin class, itinerary length, and service standards. Taking the 5-day, 4-night itinerary as an example, the reference price for hard sleeper is about 2,800 yuan/person and up, and the reference price for soft sleeper is about 3,800 yuan/person and up, including special train tickets, scenic area admission tickets, accommodation, meals, guide services, etc. Prices will fluctuate with travel season, group size, and service standards, and the specific terms shall be subject to the formal contract signed.
Registration method:Professional service, travel with peace of mind
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The agency’s manager Wang Fei is a native of Xinjiang who has worked deeply in Xinjiang’s tourism industry for more than ten years. She has traveled to every scenic spot north and south of the Tianshan Mountains and is familiar with the full travel routes of northern and southern Xinjiang, road and weather conditions, and local customs. She is proficient in various travel plans such as independent travel planning, boutique small groups, local customized vehicles, and tourist special trains. She is familiar with accommodation and food in various places, niche hidden wonders, and pitfall-avoidance guides. She can plan classic loop routes as well as customize niche in-depth journeys. Wang Fei is cheerful and humorous, skilled at explaining Western Regions cultural history, and easily resolves travel trivialities. She is considerate and reliable throughout the trip. She always adheres to the principle of arranging no shopping throughout itineraries without consumption, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works professionally, all to create comfortable journeys that fit visitors’ preferences.
Fee explanation and service explanation:Transparent consumption, clear rights and responsibilities
Fees include:
Cultural heritage: ice-and-snow memories spanning thousands of yearsTransportation:Round-trip “Snow Country Train” tickets from Urumqi to Beitun (hard sleeper/soft sleeper), and tour bus fees from Beitun to each scenic area.
Accommodation:Special accommodation in Kanas, Hemu Village, Altay City, and Baihaba Village (including breakfast).
Tickets:First admission tickets to scenic areas such as Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Jiangjun Mountain Ski Resort, Sayram Lake, and Baihaba Village.
Meals:Meals indicated in the itinerary (including 4 breakfasts and 8 main meals). The main meal standard is 8 dishes and 1 soup.
Services:Professional guide accompaniment service and travel agency liability insurance.
Fees do not include:
Personal consumption:Such as shopping, extra meals, entertainment items, etc.
Optional paid items:Such as snowmobiles, horse-drawn sleds, ski equipment rental, etc.
Force majeure costs:Additional costs arising from weather, policies, and other reasons.
The specific terms shall be subject to actual consultation and signing.
Consultation method:Professional answers, considerate service
Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency:18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat). Whether it is itinerary planning, price consultation, precautions, or equipment suggestions, Manager Wang Fei will answer patiently to help you travel in beautiful Xinjiang with peace of mind!
This winter, why not board the “Snow Country Train” and let the warm train take you through the ice-and-snow world of northern Xinjiang. Amid the blue ice of Kanas, the morning mist of Hemu, and the powder snow of Jiangjun Mountain, encounter an “ice-and-snow fairy tale” that belongs to you!
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