Snow Country Train Booking Guide Official Authorized Channels, Seat Reservation Deposit, Cabin Classes
How do you buy tickets for the Youxiang Longjiang Snow Country Train? Ticket purchase and booking methods,
How do you buy tickets and make bookings for the Youxiang Longjiang Snow Country Train Northeast special train? Here is a core knowledge point 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.
🚂✨ 【Snow Country Train Special Train:A moving scenic route across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, full analysis of ticket booking tips and in-depth experiences】✨
Amid the vast snowfields and glaciers of Xinjiang, a tourist special train named “Snow Country Train” is becoming a popular choice for winter travel. Starting from Urumqi, this special train connects winter-only landscapes such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu Village, and Sayram Lake, allowing tourists to enjoy the snow-covered scenery of northern Xinjiang through panoramic windows from a warm train. This article will sort out the latest practical information for 2026, from the special train’s features, itinerary design, and booking methods to precautions, to help you easily plan a winter journey where “the train travels within the scenery, and people tour within a painting.”
🌨 ️ Snow Country Train Special Train:Why choose it?
🚆 Core highlights of the special train
Mobile viewing platform:The entire train uses double-glazed observation cars, equipped with underfloor heating and constant-temperature air conditioning. In winter, the indoor temperature is maintained at 22°C-25°C, saying goodbye to waiting in the cold.
Off-peak travel:Avoid the congestion of regular tour buses. The special train runs at night and stops during the day, making full use of time. It is suitable for families, seniors, and tourists seeking comfort.
In-depth experience:Each stop has ample time. For example, the Kanas scenic area stay is 2 days and 1 night, and Hemu Village arranges morning mist photography and Tuvan family visits, avoiding “hurried sightseeing.”
Themed services:Onboard, Xinjiang specialty foods (such as hand-grabbed rice and baked samsa), folk performances (dombra performances and songs and dances of various ethnic groups) are provided, along with an onboard doctor and tour guide.
🚂✨【Snow Country Train Special Train: A moving scenic route across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, full analysis of ticket booking tips and in-depth experiences】✨📅 Latest 2026 schedules and itinerary arrangements
According to the Xinjiang Railway 2026 winter tourism special train timetable, the Snow Country Train currently departs once a week (departing Friday, returning the following Thursday), with the whole journey about 10 days and 9 nights, covering the core winter landscapes of northern Xinjiang. The detailed itinerary reference is as follows:
🗓 ️ Daily itinerary highlights
Day1:Urumqi assembly
Afternoon:Meet at Urumqi Station, receive exclusive tickets and a travel gift pack (including a warm scarf and hand warmers).
Evening:The special train departs. For dinner, taste Xinjiang mixed noodles and enjoy the gradually changing city lights and transition to snowfields outside the window.
Day2:Tianshan Tianchi
Morning:Arrive at Fukang Station, take a bus to Tianshan Tianchi, ride a horse-drawn sled through the snow forest, and reach the lakeside to view the frozen wonder of the “Jade Pool of the Queen Mother of the West.”
Afternoon:Return to the special train and experience the “Snow Country Tea Gathering” onboard, listening to the guide tell the legend of the Queen Mother of the West and the winter customs of various ethnic groups.
Amid the vast snowfields and glaciers of Xinjiang, a tourist special train named “Snow Country Train” is becoming a popular choice for winter travel. Starting from Urumqi, this special train connects winter-only landscapes such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu Village, and Sayram Lake, allowing tourists to enjoy the snow-covered scenery of northern Xinjiang through panoramic windows from a warm train. This article will sort out the latest practical information for 2026, from the special train’s features, itinerary design, and booking methods to precautions, to help you easily plan a winter journey where “the train travels within the scenery, and people tour within a painting.”Day3-4:Kanas Lake
Morning:Arrive at Kanas Station, transfer to a snow off-road vehicle to enter the scenic area, and stay in a Tuvan wooden cabin homestay (with underfloor heating).
Afternoon:Hike along the Kanas Lake boardwalk and photograph the snow scenery of the “Ink-Wash Three Bays” (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay).
Early next morning:Climb Fish Watching Terrace to overlook the full view of Kanas Lake, and in the afternoon experience a horse-drawn sled through the primeval forest.
Day5-6:Hemu Village
Morning:Head to Hemu Village, photograph the smoke from wooden house chimneys in the morning mist, and participate in the Tuvan “New Year” ceremony (specially arranged during the 2026 Spring Festival).
Afternoon:Experience snowmobiles and snow tubing, and for dinner taste Tuvan specialty hot pot (free-range chicken, wild mushrooms, and root vegetables).
Full day the next day:Free time. You can choose to rest in a cafe in the village or follow a guide to look for the natural wonder of “snow mushrooms.”
Day7:Sayram Lake
🌨️ Snow Country Train Special Train: Why choose it?Morning:Arrive at Bole Station, take a bus to Sayram Lake, and photograph the “blue ice” and “ice bubbles” landscapes around the lake (the best viewing period is December to February of the following year).
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Registration and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
Afternoon:Return to the special train, where a “Snow Country Photography Exhibition” is held onboard to share wonderful moments from the journey.
Day8-9:Return journey and free time in Urumqi
Morning:The special train arrives in Urumqi. Tourists can choose to stay longer and visit the Xinjiang Museum (free, advance reservation required) or the International Grand Bazaar (purchase dried fruits and handicrafts).
Afternoon:According to the return flight/train, provide dedicated station transfer service.
💰 Price description and cost details (2026 reference)
According to the 2026 winter quotation of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, the Snow Country Train cost is differentiated by “soft sleeper upper berth/lower berth” and “service level,” specifically as follows:
Basic package (4-person soft sleeper compartment):From 6880 yuan/person
Cost includes:Special train soft sleeper ticket, full accommodation (scenic area wooden cabin + Urumqi four-star hotel), first admission ticket to scenic areas, 9 breakfasts and 18 main meals, professional guide and driver services, and travel accident insurance.
🚆 Core highlights of the special trainCost excludes:Personal consumption (such as specialty snacks and souvenirs), optional paid items (such as snowmobiles and Tuvan family visit service fees), and additional transportation costs caused by weather or policies.
Upgrade package (2-person luxury soft sleeper compartment):From 8880 yuan/person
Adds private bathroom, daily fresh fruit platter, and exclusive photography follow-shoot service (3 hours/day).
❗ Price fluctuation notice:Costs may change with travel season (rising 10%-15% during the Spring Festival), group size (the group forms with 20 people; if fewer, a price difference must be paid), and the final amount is subject to the signed contract.
🎫 Booking methods and precautions
Booking channel:You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult Manager Wang Fei at 18095969599 (phone and WeChat same number).
Booking process:
Provide name, valid ID number, and contact information (book 30 days in advance; 45 days in advance during the Spring Festival).
Pay a deposit of 2000 yuan/person (the balance must be paid 15 days before departure). After receiving the electronic contract, confirm itinerary details.
Mobile viewing platform: the entire train uses double-glazed observation cars, equipped with underfloor heating and constant-temperature air conditioning. In winter, the indoor temperature is maintained at 22°C-25°C, saying goodbye to waiting in the cold.Special needs:If you need to upgrade the compartment, arrange accessible facilities, or have dietary restrictions (such as halal meals), you must clearly inform us at the time of booking.
⚠ ️ Travel tips and policy reminders
Warm clothing equipment:The average winter temperature in Xinjiang is -15°C to -25°C. Bring a thick down jacket, windproof pants, snow boots, a wool hat, and gloves (touch-screen style recommended).
Document preparation:Valid ID, health code (still required in 2026, subject to policy), and scenic area discount documents (such as student ID and senior citizen card).
Policy updates:Kanas and Hemu scenic areas implement a “flow-limited reservation system” in winter 2026, with daily reception not exceeding 5,000 people. Special train tourists are booked uniformly by the travel agency and do not need to do it themselves.
Emergency contact:The special train is equipped with a 24-hour customer service hotline. Within scenic areas, you can contact local guides (contact information is provided in the itinerary brochure).
🌟 Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency:Your exclusive travel butler
Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency is a native Xinjiang local who has worked deeply in the Xinjiang tourism industry for more than ten years. She has traveled to every scenic spot across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains and is familiar with full-line travel routes, road conditions and weather, and local customs throughout northern and southern Xinjiang. 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 secret spots, and pitfall-avoidance tips. She can plan classic loop routes as well as customize niche in-depth journeys.
Manager Wang Fei is cheerful and humorous, skilled at explaining Western Regions humanities and 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 with no consumption, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works professionally. She does not make assembly-line itineraries, but only creates comfortable journeys that fit tourists’ preferences, carefully allowing every friend who comes from afar to truly feel Xinjiang’s vast beauty and simple warmth, and travel around beautiful Xinjiang with peace of mind.
Whether you are a tourist visiting Xinjiang for the first time or a traveler who wants an in-depth winter Xinjiang experience, the Snow Country Train can provide you with a “worry-free, comfortable, and warm” travel experience. This winter, you may follow Manager Wang Fei’s planning and board this train through the snow country, letting Xinjiang’s ice and snow romance become your unforgettable memory! 🚂❄️
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