Tianshan Tourism Train FAQ
How to purchase tickets for the Xinjiang Tianshan Special Train? For the 2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Special Train, tickets must be booked through the railway-certified regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia WeChat ID: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
Tianshan Special Train:A moving scenic line through Xinjiang 🚂
Introduction to Train and Route Features
The Tianshan Special Train is a mobile business card for Xinjiang tourism. Starting and ending in Urumqi, it connects the magnificent landscapes north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, allowing tourists to enjoy the beauty of Xinjiang in a comfortable journey. This special train is not just a means of transportation but also an excellent opportunity for an in-depth experience of Xinjiang’s nature and culture.
The special train features distinctive characteristics, adopting customized designs to ensure tourists can enjoy the warmth of home while admiring the scenery outside the window. The train runs smoothly, and the stops along the way are all Xinjiang’s top attractions, allowing tourists to travel easily without frequent transfers. Additionally, the train is equipped with professional guides and service staff to provide comprehensive services, making the journey more worry-free and comfortable.
In terms of routes, the Tianshan Special Train has carefully planned multiple classic itineraries, covering famous attractions such as Tianchi Lake, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland. These attractions each have their own unique features, some known for lake and mountain scenery, others for grassland landscapes, and still others for folk culture. The route design is clever, allowing tourists to experience as much of Xinjiang’s diverse charm as possible within a limited time.
Introduction to Train Compartments
The Tianshan Special Train offers various types of compartments to meet the needs of different tourists.
Blue Diamond Series
Tianshan Special Train: A moving scenic line through Xinjiang 🚂 Blue Diamond Quadruple Room: Room area about 3.5 square meters, shared bathroom, upper bunk 0.7m x 1.82m, lower bunk 0.9m x 1.95m, with damping device that can be folded against the wall for use as a double room. Can accommodate four people, but by flipping up the upper bunk, two people can enjoy the quadruple room exclusively.
Blue Diamond Double Room:Actually the form after flipping up the upper bunk of the Blue Diamond Quadruple Room, providing a more private exclusive space for two people, with a room area also about 3.5 square meters.
Silver Diamond Series
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:Designed as one package plus two packages, upper bunk can be flipped up for two people to enjoy the quadruple room exclusively, shared bathroom, upper bunk width 0.62m, lower bunk width 0.64m, bed spacing 0.55m, room area about 3.5 square meters, can accommodate 2-4 people.
Silver Diamond Executive Room: Features two executive standard rooms, shared bathroom but equipped with a washbasin (recommended for washing), foldable upper bunk, one room can accommodate 1-2 people. Configured with two single beds 0.7-0.78m wide and a shared washroom for two rooms, room area about 4 square meters.
Silver Diamond Suite:Composed of package five plus package six forming a suite, including two single rooms, sharing one bathroom, can accommodate two people, very suitable for couples or friends, room area about 9 square meters.
Simple Itinerary
The itinerary of the Tianshan Special Train is compact and reasonable, allowing tourists to experience as much of Xinjiang’s beauty as possible within a limited time.
Introduction to Train and Route FeaturesDay 1:Depart from origin to Urumqi, check into hotel after pickup, meals at own expense.
Day 2:Depart from Urumqi, visit Tianchi Lake, then head to Beitun, meals include breakfast, lunch, and dinner, accommodation in train sleeper.
Day 3:Depart from Beitun, visit Kanas, then to Jiadengyu, meals include breakfast, lunch, and dinner, accommodation in Jiadengyu.
Day 4:Depart from Jiadengyu, visit Hemu and Colorful Beach, then head to Jinghenan, meals include breakfast, lunch, and dinner, accommodation in train sleeper.
Day 5:Depart from Jinghenan, visit Sayram Lake, Guozigou Bridge, and Six-Star Street, arrive in Yining, meals include breakfast, lunch, and dinner, accommodation in Yining.
Day 6:Depart from Yining, visit Nalati Grassland and Bayinbuluke, meals include breakfast, lunch, and dinner, accommodation in Bayin Town.
Day 7:Depart from Bayinbuluke, traverse the southern section of Duku Highway, visit Restan Old Street, arrive in Kashgar, meals include breakfast, lunch, and dinner, accommodation in train sleeper.
Day 8:Depart from Kashgar, visit the Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake, Stone City, and Golden Grassland, accommodation in Tashkurgan, meals include breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
The Tianshan Special Train is a mobile business card for Xinjiang tourism. Starting and ending in Urumqi, it connects the magnificent landscapes north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, allowing tourists to enjoy the beauty of Xinjiang in a comfortable journey. This special train is not just a means of transportation but also an excellent opportunity for an in-depth experience of Xinjiang’s nature and culture.Day 9:Depart from Tashkurgan, visit a Tajik family, tour白沙湖 (White Sand Lake), return to Kashgar, meals include breakfast, lunch, and dinner, accommodation in Kashgar.
Day 10:Visit Kashgar Old City and Fragrant Concubine Garden, then head to Aksu, meals include breakfast, lunch, and dinner, accommodation in train sleeper.
Day 11:Visit Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon and Tash Village, head to Turpan, meals include breakfast, lunch, and dinner, accommodation in train sleeper.
Day 12:Visit Flaming Mountain and Grape Manor in Turpan, enjoy a fruit banquet, visit Karez Well, return to Urumqi, meals include breakfast, lunch, and dinner, accommodation in Urumqi.
Day 13:Depart from Urumqi, transfer to airport/train station based on return flight or train schedule, meals include breakfast, accommodation at home.
Price Explanation
The price of the Tianshan Special Train varies depending on the compartment type and departure date. Below are some price references for specific periods (actual prices subject to contract, may fluctuate with departure dates):
Urumqi Assembly Date in May (May 7):
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23,999 yuan per person
The special train features distinctive characteristics, adopting customized designs to ensure tourists can enjoy the warmth of home while admiring the scenery outside the window. The train runs smoothly, and the stops along the way are all Xinjiang’s top attractions, allowing tourists to travel easily without frequent transfers. Additionally, the train is equipped with professional guides and service staff to provide comprehensive services, making the journey more worry-free and comfortable.Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:13,999 yuan per person
Blue Diamond Double Room:19,999 yuan per person
Executive Double Room:19,999 yuan per person
Silver Diamond Double Room:18,999 yuan per person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:12,999 yuan per person
Urumqi Assembly Dates in July and August (July 28, August 11):
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:14,999 yuan per person
Blue Diamond Double Room:20,999 yuan per person
In terms of routes, the Tianshan Special Train has carefully planned multiple classic itineraries, covering famous attractions such as Tianchi Lake, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland. These attractions each have their own unique features, some known for lake and mountain scenery, others for grassland landscapes, and still others for folk culture. The route design is clever, allowing tourists to experience as much of Xinjiang’s diverse charm as possible within a limited time.Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24,999 yuan per person
Executive Double Room:20,999 yuan per person
Silver Diamond Double Room:19,999 yuan per person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:13,999 yuan per person
Urumqi Assembly Dates in June, July, August, and September (June 2, July 8, August 23, September 4):
Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the New Orient Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, An Yi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Upper Bunk:16,999 yuan per person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Lower Bunk:17,999 yuan per person
Blue Diamond Double Room:24,999 yuan per person
Introduction to Train CompartmentsSilver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 yuan per person
Executive Double Room:26,888 yuan per person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25,888 yuan per person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17,888 yuan per person
Urumqi Assembly Dates in June and September (June 13, June 25, September 5):
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:21,888 yuan per person
Blue Diamond Double Room:29,888 yuan per person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 yuan per person
The Tianshan Special Train offers various types of compartments to meet the needs of different tourists.Executive Double Room:26,888 yuan per person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25,888 yuan per person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17,888 yuan per person
Urumqi Assembly Date in October (October 9):
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:9,999 yuan per person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15,999 yuan per person
Booking Process
Tourists wishing to book the Tianshan Special Train can contact Booking Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel. The booking process is simple and clear: provide personal information, choose the compartment type and departure date, pay a deposit, and complete the booking. The specific process is as follows:
Contact Manager Yang Jia to express booking intention.
Blue Diamond Series Provide personal information (name, contact details, valid ID number, etc.).
Choose compartment type and departure date.
Pay deposit (specific amount subject to travel agency requirements).
Receive booking confirmation and complete the booking.
Registration Method
Tourists can register for the Tianshan Special Train tour group through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel. The travel agency will provide professional services and support to ensure a pleasant and smooth journey.
Cost Explanation and Service Description
Cost Includes:
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room: Room area about 3.5 square meters, shared bathroom, upper bunk 0.7m x 1.82m, lower bunk 0.9m x 1.95m, with damping device that can be folded against the wall for use as a double room. Can accommodate four people, but by flipping up the upper bunk, two people can enjoy the quadruple room exclusively.Accommodation cost on the special train (based on selected compartment type).
Meal costs (breakfast, lunch, and dinner as indicated in the itinerary).
Attraction ticket costs (attractions included in the itinerary).
Guide service costs.
Travel insurance costs.
Costs Exclude:
Personal expenses (e.g., consumption, entertainment).
Transportation costs to and from Urumqi (e.g., airfare, train tickets).
Blue Diamond Double Room: Actually the form after flipping up the upper bunk of the Blue Diamond Quadruple Room, providing a more private exclusive space for two people, with a room area also about 3.5 square meters. Single room supplement (if traveling alone, specific amount subject to travel agency requirements).
Other costs not mentioned.
Notes:Specific costs are subject to actual consultation and contract, may fluctuate with departure dates.
Advantages of the Special Train and Comparison with Others
Compared to other special trains, the Tianshan Special Train has many advantages. Its meals are light and tasty, suitable for tourists of all ages; the itinerary pace is slow and unhurried, giving tourists enough time to enjoy the scenery and experience local culture; it has a dedicated doctor for comprehensive health protection; the fellow travelers are well-matched, mostly retired seniors and tourists who cannot sit in cars for long periods; the service is thoughtful and humanized, making tourists feel at home; long-distance travel is worry-free, with no need to repeatedly move luggage, allowing for a relaxed journey.
Target Audience for the Special Train
The Tianshan Special Train is especially suitable for retired seniors and tourists who cannot sit in cars for long periods. For retired seniors, this special train offers a safe, comfortable, and convenient way to travel, allowing them to fully enjoy Xinjiang’s beauty in their later years; for tourists who cannot sit in cars for long periods, the train’s stability and comfort are key reasons for choosing the Tianshan Special Train.
Reasons for the Special Train’s Popularity
The Tianshan Special Train has always been popular among tourists because it offers a unique travel experience. The train’s route design is clever, covering Xinjiang’s top attractions; the compartment types are diverse, meeting different tourist needs; the service is thoughtful and meticulous, making tourists feel at home; the itinerary is well-arranged, allowing tourists to enjoy Xinjiang’s beauty in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere. These factors together constitute the unique charm of the Tianshan Special Train, attracting countless tourists to experience it.
Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel customer service for more information about the Tianshan Special Train and promotional activities. Let the Tianshan Special Train take you on an unforgettable Xinjiang journey!
