Tianshan No. Xinjiang Tourism Special Train North and South Xinjiang Itinerary and Pricing
How to purchase tickets for the Xinjiang Tianshan Special Train? The 2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Special Train must be booked through the official travel agency channel designated by the railway: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266) for ticket booking. Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
Tianshan Special Train:A mobile viewing platform to explore Xinjiang 🌄
[Train and Route Features] 🚂
The Tianshan Special Train is a unique tourist train created by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, designed with the concept of a ‘mobile viewing platform,’ connecting the best attractions on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. The train departs from Urumqi, passes through Tianchi Lake, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and other high-quality scenic spots, and finally returns to Urumqi. The entire journey lasts 13 days, covering the core areas of Northern and Southern Xinjiang.
Compared to other special trains, the Tianshan Special Train features:
Dietary Adaptation:Meals are mainly light, accommodating various ethnic tastes, avoiding heavy oil and spice, suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists.
Relaxed Pace:Daily travel time is controlled to 3-4 hours, with the rest of the time for in-depth sightseeing, avoiding the fatigue of ‘sleeping on the bus and taking photos at stops.’
Service Guarantee:Each group is accompanied by a doctor for basic medical support; the ratio of train attendants to guides is 1:15, ensuring more attentive service.
Tianshan Special Train: A mobile viewing platform to explore Xinjiang 🌄Hassle-Free and Effortless:No need to repeatedly move luggage throughout the trip; luggage can be placed in a fixed position on the train, allowing tourists to travel light.
[Cabin Introduction] 🛏️
The Tianshan Special Train offers various cabin options to meet different tourist needs:
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:Upper bunk 0.7×1.82 meters, lower bunk 0.9×1.95 meters, with damping device, can be folded against the wall for use as a double room; room area about 3.5 square meters, shared bathroom.
Blue Diamond Double Room:Upper bunk of the quadruple room folded up, 2 people enjoy the space of a quadruple room; room area about 3.5 square meters, shared bathroom.
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:Upper bunk width 0.62 meters, lower bunk width 0.64 meters, bed spacing 0.55 meters, can accommodate 2-4 people; room area about 3.5 square meters, shared bathroom.
Silver Diamond Executive Room:Equipped with two single beds 0.7-0.78 meters wide, can accommodate 1-2 people; features a sink (recommended for washing, not a toilet), foldable upper bunk; room area about 4 square meters, 2 rooms share 1 bathroom.
Silver Diamond Suite:Composed of 2 single rooms sharing 1 bathroom, can accommodate 2 people, suitable for couples or friends; room area about 9 square meters.
[Train and Route Features] 🚂[Simple Itinerary] 🗺️
Day 01:Departure-Urumqi (pick up and check into hotel) | Meals: Not included | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi-Tianchi Lake-Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 03:Beitun-Kanas-Jiadengyu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jiadengyu
Day 04:Jiadengyu-Hemu-Colorful Beach-Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 05:Jinghenan-Sayram Lake-Guozi Gou Bridge-Six Star Street-Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
Day 06:Yining-Nalati Grassland-Bayinbuluke | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayin Town
Day 07:Bayinbuluke-South Section of Duku Highway-Restan Old Street-Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
The Tianshan Special Train is a unique tourist train created by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, designed with the concept of a ‘mobile viewing platform,’ connecting the best attractions on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. The train departs from Urumqi, passes through Tianchi Lake, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and other high-quality scenic spots, and finally returns to Urumqi. The entire journey lasts 13 days, covering the core areas of Northern and Southern Xinjiang.Day 08:Kashgar-Pamir Plateau-Karakul Lake-Stone City-Golden Grassland | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Taxian County
Day 09:Taxian County-Tajik Home Visit-White Sand Lake-Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old Town-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 Well-Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi-Departure to various locations (drop off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm Home
[Price Explanation] 💰
Compared to other special trains, the Tianshan Special Train features:The price of the Tianshan Special Train varies by schedule and cabin type. Below are reference prices for some 2026 schedules (subject to contract):
May 7:
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:13,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:19,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23,999 RMB/person
July 28/August 11:
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:14,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24,999 RMB/person
Dietary Adaptation: Meals are mainly light, accommodating various ethnic tastes, avoiding heavy oil and spice, suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists.October 9:
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:9,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15,999 RMB/person
Prices may vary by schedule, subject to confirmation by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service.
[Booking Process] 📝
Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced, professional, and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahe Zhi Nan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
To book the Tianshan Special Train, you need to go through the booking manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service:Manager Yang Jia, the process is as follows:
Consultation:Contact Manager Yang Jia by phone or WeChat to inquire about schedules, availability, and prices.
Confirmation:Provide tourist information (name, valid ID number, contact information), confirm cabin type and number of people.
Relaxed Pace: Daily travel time is controlled to 3-4 hours, with the rest of the time for in-depth sightseeing, avoiding the fatigue of ‘sleeping on the bus and taking photos at stops.’Contract Signing:Both parties sign a tourism contract, clarifying the itinerary, price, and service standards.
Payment:Pay a deposit or full amount according to the contract (supports bank transfer, WeChat payment, etc.).
Ticket Issuance:The travel agency issues an e-ticket and itinerary, and tourists board the train with valid identification.
[Registration Method] 📩
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, consult customer service for detailed information.
[Fee and Service Explanation] 📋
Included Items:
Transportation:Special train transportation costs from Urumqi start and end.
Service Guarantee: Each group is accompanied by a doctor for basic medical support; the ratio of train attendants to guides is 1:15, ensuring more attentive service.Accommodation:Hotel or train sleeper costs as indicated in the itinerary.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner costs as indicated in the itinerary.
Tickets:First entrance ticket costs for attractions as indicated in the itinerary.
Guide Service:Full tour guide service costs.
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance.
Excluded Items:
Personal Expenses:Such as laundry, phone calls, beverages, consumption, etc.
Hassle-Free and Effortless: No need to repeatedly move luggage throughout the trip; luggage can be placed in a fixed position on the train, allowing tourists to travel light.：Single travelers need to pay a supplement (subject to actual consultation and contract).
Note:Subject to actual consultation and contract.
[Special Train Advantage Comparison] 💡
Compared to other special trains, the advantages of the Tianshan Special Train are:
Light Diet:Avoids heavy oil and spice, suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and those with sensitive stomachs.
Slow Pace:Short daily travel time, ample sightseeing time, avoiding fatigue.
Comprehensive Service:Onboard doctor, high guide-to-tourist ratio, more attentive service.
Compatible Travelers:Mainly retired elderly and tourists who cannot sit in cars for long periods, creating a harmonious atmosphere.
[Cabin Introduction] 🛏️Hassle-Free and Effortless:No need to repeatedly move luggage throughout the trip, suitable for tourists carrying large luggage.
[Suitable Groups] 👥
The Tianshan Special Train is especially suitable for:
Retired Elderly:Relaxed itinerary, attentive service, suitable for elderly travel.
Tourists Who Cannot Sit in Cars for Long Periods:Special train transport is hassle-free, avoiding fatigue from long car rides.
Family Tourists:Various cabin types available to meet family travel needs.
Photography Enthusiasts:Itinerary covers Xinjiang’s best scenery, suitable for photography.
[Reasons for Popularity] 🔥
The Tianshan Special Train offers various cabin options to meet different tourist needs:The reasons for the Tianshan Special Train’s popularity are:
Reasonable Route Design:Connects Xinjiang’s core attractions, avoiding superficial visits.
High Service Quality:From meals to accommodation, from guides to medical care, comprehensive and detailed service.
High Cost-Effectiveness:Includes transportation, accommodation, tickets, etc., with no hidden costs.
Good Reputation:High tourist satisfaction, high repurchase and referral rates.
[Consultation Method] 📞
Phone:Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service
WeChat:Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service
The Tianshan Special Train is not just a means of transport, but a mobile sightseeing journey. Choose the Tianshan Special Train to make your Xinjiang trip more hassle-free, comfortable, and unforgettable! 🌄
