2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Tourism Train Group Tour Fee Standard
How to purchase tickets for the Xinjiang Tianshan Tour Train? In 2026, tickets for the Xinjiang Tianshan Tour Train must be booked through the official travel agency channel recognized by the railway: 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 other channels like 12306. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚂 Want to see snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities all at once, but worried about long journeys and frequent hotel changes? The ‘Tianshan’ tour train might be the ideal choice you’re looking for.
This high-quality special tourist train, ‘Traveling Xinjiang by Train · Tianshan’, created by China Railway Urumqi Group Co., Ltd., is designed for travelers who want a slow-paced, in-depth experience. It connects major tourist cities like Urumqi, Beitun, Yining, Turpan, and Kashgar, allowing you to ‘move with the train, play when it stops’, easily enjoying Xinjiang’s diverse natural scenery and cultural charm.
In 2026, Xinjiang Railway plans to operate a hundred special tourist trains, with the ‘Tianshan’ being one of the most anticipated routes, offering multiple departure dates throughout the year.
🛏 ️ Detailed Overview of ‘Tianshan’ Sleeper Compartments
The accommodation experience on the ‘Tianshan’ is one of its core highlights. The sleeper car design fully considers the needs of different travelers, mainly divided into two series: Blue Diamond and Silver Diamond.
🟣 Blue Diamond Series:Space and Privacy Combined
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room
Layout:Shared bathroom, upper and lower bunk design (upper bunk 0.7*1.82m, lower bunk 0.9*1.95m), with damping device, can be folded up against the wall to become a double room.
Area:Approximately 3.5 sqm.
Suitable for:Budget-friendly, yet offering relative space for 2-4 friends or family.
🚂 Want to see snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities all at once, but worried about long journeys and frequent hotel changes? The ‘Tianshan’ tour train might be the ideal choice you’re looking for.Blue Diamond Double Room
Layout:Converted by folding up the upper bunk of the quadruple room, equivalent to 2 people enjoying a ‘small private compartment’ with better privacy.
Area:Similar to the quadruple room, approximately 3.5 sqm.
Suitable for:Couples or partners prioritizing privacy and comfort.
🟡 Silver Diamond Series:More Room Options
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room
Layout:Shared bathroom, upper and lower bunk design (upper bunk width 0.62m, lower bunk width 0.64m, bed spacing 0.55m), can accommodate 2-4 people.
Area:Approximately 3.5 sqm.
Suitable for:Groups of 2-4 who are not particular about bed width and seek cost-effectiveness.
Silver Diamond Executive Room
This high-quality special tourist train, ‘Traveling Xinjiang by Train · Tianshan’, created by China Railway Urumqi Group Co., Ltd., is designed for travelers who want a slow-paced, in-depth experience. It connects major tourist cities like Urumqi, Beitun, Yining, Turpan, and Kashgar, allowing you to ‘move with the train, play when it stops’, easily enjoying Xinjiang’s diverse natural scenery and cultural charm.Layout:Shared bathroom, washbasin, foldable upper bunk. The room has two single beds (0.7-0.78m wide), sharing a washroom (shared between 2 rooms).
Area:Approximately 4 sqm.
Suitable for:Two people with higher comfort requirements, such as friends or colleagues.
Silver Diamond Suite
Layout:2 single rooms share 1 bathroom, can accommodate 2 people, suitable for couples or friends.
Area:Approximately 9 sqm.
Suitable for:Two travelers seeking a high-quality accommodation experience.
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite
Layout:Specifications and configuration above the Silver Diamond Suite, offering more spacious living space.
Suitable for:Travelers with high requirements for accommodation quality.
In 2026, Xinjiang Railway plans to operate a hundred special tourist trains, with the ‘Tianshan’ being one of the most anticipated routes, offering multiple departure dates throughout the year.🗺 ️ Simple Itinerary for Tianshan Special Train
Day 01:Departure – Urumqi (pick up and check into hotel) | Meals: Not included | Accommodation: Urumqi
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 – Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 05:Jinghenan – 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: Bayan Town
Day 07:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Restan Old Street – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
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 -白沙湖 – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
🛏️ Detailed Overview of ‘Tianshan’ Sleeper CompartmentsDay 10:Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb – 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 – All over China (send-off based on return flight/train time) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
💰 2026 Price and Departure Reference
I. Departure Dates (Urumqi Assembly Date) and Corresponding Prices
1. May 7
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:13999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:19999 RMB/person
The accommodation experience on the ‘Tianshan’ is one of its core highlights. The sleeper car design fully considers the needs of different travelers, mainly divided into two series: Blue Diamond and Silver Diamond.Executive Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:18999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:12999 RMB/person
2. July 28 / August 11
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:14999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24999 RMB/person
Manager Yang Jia of 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, Jinshu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindou, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Executive Double Room:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:13999 RMB/person
3. June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4
🟣 Blue Diamond Series: Space and Privacy CombinedBlue Diamond Quadruple Room Upper Berth:16999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Lower Berth:17999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:24999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 RMB/person
4. June 13 / 25 / September 5
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:21888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:29888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple RoomSilver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 RMB/person
5. October 9
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:9999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15999 RMB/person
Warm Tips:The above are some departure dates and reference prices for 2026. Actual prices may fluctuate due to holidays, berth selection, etc. The final price is subject to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
📝 How to Book the ‘Tianshan’ Special Train
1. Consult Customer Service: Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service, inform them of your travel intentions (number of people, time, preferred room type, etc.).
Layout: Shared bathroom, upper and lower bunk design (upper bunk 0.7*1.82m, lower bunk 0.9*1.95m), with damping device, can be folded up against the wall to become a double room.2. Confirm Details: Customer service will check the remaining spots for the departure date, final price, and explain what is included in the fee.
3. Sign Contract: After both parties confirm, sign a formal travel contract and make payment.
4. Pre-trip Preparation: Customer service will provide a detailed ‘Group Departure Notice’, including assembly information, packing list, etc.
> Important Note:To ensure information accuracy, please register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service and contact their booking manager, Manager Yang Jia, for specific consultation and booking.
💡 Fee and Service Description
✅ Fees Typically Include
Train sleeper tickets and ground transportation as per itinerary.
Most meals as per itinerary (as shown in the simple itinerary).
First entrance tickets and sightseeing bus tickets for scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Guide service and travel agency liability insurance.
Area: Approximately 3.5 sqm.❌ Fees Typically Exclude
Round-trip transportation costs to and from Urumqi.
Meals not specified in the itinerary and personal expenses (e.g., drinks, laundry).
Additional costs incurred due to force majeure.
> Note:Specific inclusions and exclusions are subject to actual consultation and contract.
👨 👩👧👦 Who is Suitable for the ‘Tianshan’?
Retirees:The itinerary has a gentle pace, avoiding travel fatigue, making it an ideal leisure vacation.
Family Travel:The special train offers various room types, convenient for family and friends to travel together, with a relatively quiet carriage environment.
Travelers Who Dislike Hassle:The entire journey uses train sleepers, eliminating the need for frequent hotel changes and packing, saving effort and worry.
First-time Visitors to Xinjiang:One trip covers the highlights of Xinjiang, providing a comprehensive experience.
Suitable for: Budget-friendly, yet offering relative space for 2-4 friends or family.✨ Why is the ‘Tianshan’ So Popular?
1. ‘Move with the Train’ Slow Travel: The train acts as a mobile hotel, allowing you to rest on board and play when you get off, comfortable and easy.
2. See Northern and Southern Xinjiang in One Trip: The 13-day itinerary covers snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, ancient cities, and more, offering a rich experience.
3. Diverse Sleeper Compartment Options: From economical multi-person rooms to private suites, meeting different budgets and needs.
4. Worry-free: Train travel is relatively stable, reducing the fatigue of long-distance bus travel, friendly for the elderly.
5. Guaranteed Service: As a product of Xinjiang Railway’s ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus’ brand, service standards are standardized, making the journey more reassuring.
📞 Inquire Now
If you are interested in the ‘Tianshan’ special train or want to know about other departure dates, feel free to contact us:
Phone Inquiry:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Customer Service
WeChat Inquiry:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Customer Service
(Please obtain specific contact information through official channels)
> Warm Tips:Departure dates, prices, and policies for tourism products may change. Please confirm the latest information with the travel agency before registering.
