Tianshan Xinjiang Tourism Special Train How to Book Tickets

How to purchase tickets for the Xinjiang Tianshan Tour Train? For the 2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Tour Train, tickets must be booked through the official railway-approved travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service’s Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
Tianshan Special Train:A mobile ‘home’ for a panoramic tour of Xinjiang in 2026 🚂
[Train and Route Features:A mobile ‘five-star viewing platform’]
The Tianshan Special Train is a ‘panoramic in-depth tour’ themed train created by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, designed for middle-aged and elderly groups and tourists seeking comfortable travel. The train adopts the core concept of ‘slow travel in Xinjiang,’ using a seamless ‘train + private car’ connection model throughout the journey. Tourists do not need to frequently move luggage, stay in fixed hotels or characteristic guesthouses each night, and take the special train directly to scenic spots during the day, avoiding the bumps of long-distance bus travel.
The train route covers three core areas: Northern Xinjiang’s Kanas, Yili Grassland, and Southern Xinjiang’s Kashgar, connecting over 20 5A/4A-level scenic spots such as Tianshan Tianchi, Sayram Lake, and the Pamir Plateau. The itinerary emphasizes ‘early departure and late return,’ avoiding the midday sun, with daily sightseeing controlled to 6-8 hours and ample rest time. The train is equipped with a onboard doctor, 24-hour hot water, charging ports, and other facilities, and provides considerate services such as low-sugar meals and anti-slip handrails for middle-aged and elderly tourists.
[Compartment Full Analysis:Your exclusive travel space]

Tianshan Special Train: A mobile ‘home’ for a panoramic tour of Xinjiang in 2026 🚂The train offers 4 types of compartments to meet different needs:
Blue Diamond Series (Best value for money)
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:Upper and lower bunk design, the upper bunk can be flipped up to instantly become a ‘Blue Diamond Double Room,’ room area 3.5㎡, equipped with damping devices to prevent shaking, suitable for travel with friends and family.
Blue Diamond Double Room:Converted from a quadruple room, offering exclusive private space, bed width up to 0.9 meters, upgraded comfort.
Silver Diamond Series (Quality upgrade)

[Train and Route Features: A mobile ‘five-star viewing platform’]Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:Upper and lower bunk widths are 0.64 meters and 0.62 meters respectively, bed spacing 0.55 meters, more spacious, suitable for family travel.
Silver Diamond Executive Room:2 rooms share a washroom, equipped with 0.7-0.78 meter wide single beds, suitable for solo travelers or couples.
Silver Diamond Suite:9㎡ large space, including 2 single rooms and 1 bathroom, suitable for couples or friends traveling together.
[2026 Schedule and Prices:Early bird discounts in progress]
According to the latest schedule from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, the Tianshan Special Train has 12 tour dates in 2026, covering all four seasons, with prices varying by season and room type:
Low Season (May, October):Blue Diamond Quadruple Room from 9,999 RMB/person, Silver Diamond Suite from 23,999 RMB/person.

The Tianshan Special Train is a ‘panoramic in-depth tour’ themed train created by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, designed for middle-aged and elderly groups and tourists seeking comfortable travel. The train adopts the core concept of ‘slow travel in Xinjiang,’ using a seamless ‘train + private car’ connection model throughout the journey. Tourists do not need to frequently move luggage, stay in fixed hotels or characteristic guesthouses each night, and take the special train directly to scenic spots during the day, avoiding the bumps of long-distance bus travel.Shoulder Season (June, July, August, September):Blue Diamond Quadruple Room from 13,999 RMB/person, Silver Diamond Suite from 24,999 RMB/person.
Peak Season (Late June to Mid-August):For some tour dates, Blue Diamond Quadruple Room upper bunk 16,999 RMB/person, lower bunk 17,999 RMB/person.
Price includes:Special train sleeper, scenic spot tickets, full meals, hotel accommodation, guide service, insurance, etc.; excludes: round-trip transportation, personal expenses, and optional activities. Specifics are subject to the contract, and availability must be confirmed with customer service 30 days in advance.
[Simple Itinerary:Explore the essence of Xinjiang in 13 days]
Day 01:Departure – Urumqi (pick-up and hotel check-in) | Meals: Self-care | Accommodation: Urumqi

The train route covers three core areas: Northern Xinjiang’s Kanas, Yili Grassland, and Southern Xinjiang’s Kashgar, connecting over 20 5A/4A-level scenic spots such as Tianshan Tianchi, Sayram Lake, and the Pamir Plateau. The itinerary emphasizes ‘early departure and late return,’ avoiding the midday sun, with daily sightseeing controlled to 6-8 hours and ample rest time. The train is equipped with a onboard doctor, 24-hour hot water, charging ports, and other facilities, and provides considerate services such as low-sugar meals and anti-slip handrails for middle-aged and elderly tourists.Day 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jia Deng Yu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jia Deng Yu
Day 04:Jia Deng Yu – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Jinghe South | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 05:Jinghe South – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Six-Star Street – Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
Day 06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayanbulak | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayin Town
Day 07:Bayanbulak – Duku South Section – Relstan Old Street – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper

[Compartment Full Analysis: Your exclusive travel space]Day 08:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Tashkurgan County
Day 09:Tashkurgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – 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

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 the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindou, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. You can contact the booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Day 12:Flaming Mountains – Grape Manor – Fruit Feast – Karez – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi

The train offers 4 types of compartments to meet different needs:Day 13:Urumqi – All over China (send-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
[Why choose the Tianshan Special Train? 5 advantages over other special trains]
More thoughtful dining:Provides customized options such as meals, low-sugar meals, and soft food to avoid irritating the stomach with strong flavors.
Slower pace:Daily sightseeing time reduced by 2 hours, with a 1-hour hotel rest arranged at noon to avoid fatigue.
More complete service:Each group is equipped with 1 onboard doctor + 2 guides, responding to needs 24/7.
More convenient transportation:Luggage is checked and transported throughout the journey; tourists only need to carry personal items, saying goodbye to ‘moving-style travel’.

Blue Diamond Series (Best value for money)Better companionship:80% of tourists are middle-aged and elderly over 50, with similar interests and smooth communication.
[Suitable for:These tourists can book without hesitation!]
Retired seniors:No need to drive or transfer, ‘lie down and travel’ through Xinjiang.
Family travel:Compartments can accommodate 2-4 people, balancing privacy and value for money.
Photography enthusiasts:The itinerary covers golden shooting times such as morning mist, sunset, and starry skies.

Blue Diamond Quadruple Room: Upper and lower bunk design, the upper bunk can be flipped up to instantly become a ‘Blue Diamond Double Room,’ room area 3.5㎡, equipped with damping devices to prevent shaking, suitable for travel with friends and family.Those who cannot sit for long:Train seats have adjustable angles, with stops every 2 hours for activities.
[Booking Process:3 steps to complete your Xinjiang trip]
Check availability:Call the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service hotline or add the customer service WeChat, providing name, number of people, and desired tour date.
Confirm details:Customer service recommends room types based on needs, sends an electronic contract template, and both parties negotiate itinerary changes (such as adding optional activities or shortening stay at a location).
Pay deposit:After signing the contract, pay a 30% deposit, with the balance paid 15 days before departure. Supports corporate bank transfer or third-party secured transactions.
[Cost Explanation:Transparent consumption, no tricks]

Blue Diamond Double Room: Converted from a quadruple room, offering exclusive private space, bed width up to 0.9 meters, upgraded comfort.Included items:Special train sleeper, first admission tickets to scenic spots, full meals (12 breakfasts, 23 lunches/dinners), hotel accommodation (including breakfast), guide service, insurance, pick-up and drop-off.
Excluded items:Round-trip transportation (airplane/train), personal expenses, optional activities (such as Kanas boat ride, Nalati horse riding, etc.).
Note:Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract; prices for special groups such as children and seniors need to be calculated separately.
[Service Commitment:Your satisfaction is our bottom line]
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service commits:No forced consumption, no reduction in scenic spot visit times, no substitution of contractually agreed hotels.

Silver Diamond Series (Quality upgrade)In case of force majeure factors such as weather or policies, both parties can negotiate reasonable itinerary changes to strive for the best experience.
[The secret to the special train’s continued popularity:Word of mouth is vitality]
Since its operation in 2023, the Tianshan Special Train has served over 20,000 tourists, with a repurchase rate of 35%. In tourist reviews, ‘thoughtful service,’ ‘reasonable itinerary,’ and ‘delicious food’ are frequent keywords. In 2026, the train adds ‘Silver Diamond Suite’ and ‘Blue Diamond Double Room’ to meet high-end needs; meanwhile, it optimizes the Southern Xinjiang itinerary, adding an in-depth tour of the Pamir Plateau, ensuring that ‘a once-in-a-lifetime Xinjiang trip’ leaves no regrets.
Contact methods:
Phone:Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service
WeChat:Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service
Registration method:Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service to start your slow travel journey in Xinjiang!