2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Tourism Train Ticket Price Booking Method

How to purchase tickets for the Xinjiang Tianshan Tour Train? For the 2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Tour Train, tickets must be booked through the railway-approved regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia WeChat ID: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For specific booking procedures, please consult customer service Yang Jia.
Want to travel Xinjiang on the ‘Tianshan’ train but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, this ticket-buying guide will explain in detail the purchase channels, procedures, and introduce the train’s features to help you easily plan your trip.
🚂 Overview of the ‘Tianshan’ Special Train
The ‘Tianshan’ is a high-quality tourist special train created by China Railway Urumqi Group Co., Ltd., and is one of the brand routes of ‘Traveling Xinjiang by Train’. It connects major tourist cities such as Urumqi, Beitun, Yining, Turpan, Kuqa, Aksu, and Kashgar, linking the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang attractions like Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati, and Kashgar Old City.
✨ Core Features
Train follows travelers, stops when sightseeing:No bunk changes during the trip; the train is your ‘mobile hotel’.
Departs in the evening, arrives in the morning:Saves daytime travel time, allowing you to rest on the train and tour energetically.
One train, one view:The carriage interiors incorporate Xinjiang regional cultural elements, creating a rich atmosphere.
🛏 ️ Carriage Configuration
Functional carriages:In addition to sleeper carriages, there are dining cars, bar cars, multi-functional leisure carriages, etc. Some carriages have karaoke facilities to keep the journey lively.
Sleeper carriages:Offer hard sleepers, soft sleepers, and other options to meet different budget and comfort needs.
🛡 ️ Service and

Want to travel Xinjiang on the ‘Tianshan’ train but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, this ticket-buying guide will explain in detail the purchase channels, procedures, and introduce the train’s features to help you easily plan your trip.Professional team:Equipped with certified guides, accompanying doctors, and service staff. Some routes also provide healthcare and emergency command vehicles to ensure your health.
Hassle-free:No need to plan routes, book hotels, or frequently switch transportation throughout the trip, ideal for those who prefer a slow-paced, in-depth tour.
🛌 Detailed Carriage Compartments
The ‘Tianshan’ is mainly divided into two series: Blue Diamond and Silver Diamond, both with full sleeper configurations for travel comfort.
🚆 Blue Diamond Series (High cost-performance)
Blue Diamond Quad Room
Layout:Shared bathroom, upper bunk (0.7×1.82m) can be folded up, forming a 2-person room with the lower bunk (0.9×1.95m). Equipped with damping device, can be folded against the wall.
Area:Approx. 3.5㎡.
Blue Diamond Double Room
Layout:Formed by folding up the upper bunk of the quad room, exclusive for 2 people, better privacy.
Area:Approx. 3.5㎡.
💎 Silver Diamond Series (More options)

🚂 Overview of the ‘Tianshan’ Special TrainSilver Diamond Quad Room
Layout:Shared bathroom, upper bunk can be folded up (2 people exclusive use of quad room). Upper bunk width 0.62m, lower bunk width 0.64m, bed spacing 0.55m.
Area:Approx. 3.5㎡.
Silver Diamond Executive Room
Layout:Shared bathroom, washbasin. Includes two single beds 0.7-0.78m wide and a foldable upper bunk, can accommodate 1-2 people.
Area:Approx. 4㎡.
Silver Diamond Suite
Layout:[5-pack + 6-pack] suite, includes 2 single rooms, shares 1 bathroom, can accommodate 2 people, suitable for couples or friends.
Area:Approx. 9㎡.
🗺 ️ Itinerary Overview
Simple Itinerary
Day01:Departure-Urumqi (pick up and check into hotel)｜Meals: Self-care｜Accommodation: Urumqi

The ‘Tianshan’ is a high-quality tourist special train created by China Railway Urumqi Group Co., Ltd., and is one of the brand routes of ‘Traveling Xinjiang by Train’. It connects major tourist cities such as Urumqi, Beitun, Yining, Turpan, Kuqa, Aksu, and Kashgar, linking the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang attractions like Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati, and Kashgar Old City.Day02:Urumqi-Tianshan Tianchi-Beitun｜Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner｜Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day03:Beitun-Kanas-Jiadengyu｜Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner｜Accommodation: Jiadengyu
Day04:Jiadengyu-Hemu-Colorful Beach-Jinghenan｜Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner｜Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day05:Jinghenan-Sayram Lake-Guozigou Bridge-Six Star Street-Yining｜Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner｜Accommodation: Yining
Day06:Yining-Nalati Grassland-Bayinbuluke｜Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner｜Accommodation: Bayin Town
Day07:Bayinbuluke-Duku South Section-Restan Old Street-Kashgar｜Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner｜Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day08:Kashgar-Pamir Plateau-Karakul Lake-Stone City-Golden Grassland｜Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner｜Accommodation: Tashkurgan County
Day09:Tashkurgan County-Tajik Home Visit-White Sand Lake-Kashgar｜Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner｜Accommodation: Kashgar
Day10:Kashgar Old City-Xiangfei Garden–Aksu｜Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner｜Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day11:Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon-Ta Village-Turpan｜Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner｜Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day12:Flaming Mountains-Grape Manor-Fruit Feast-Karez-Urumqi｜Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner｜Accommodation: Urumqi

✨ Core FeaturesDay13:Urumqi-All over China (drop off according to return flight/train time)｜Meals: Breakfast｜Accommodation: Warm home
💰 Prices and Tour Dates
I. Schedule (Urumqi assembly date) and corresponding prices
1. May 7
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quad Room:13999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:18999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:12999 RMB/person
2. July 28/August 11
Blue Diamond Quad Room:14999 RMB/person

Train follows travelers, stops when sightseeing: No bunk changes during the trip; the train is your ‘mobile hotel’.Blue Diamond Double Room:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24999 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:13999 RMB/person
3. June 2/July 8/August 23/September 4
Blue Diamond Quad Room Upper Bunk:16999 RMB/person

Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced and professional, familiar with Xinjiang’s overall tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as New Orient Express Xuelian, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinfu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahenan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Blue Diamond Quad Room Lower Bunk: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

Departs in the evening, arrives in the morning: Saves daytime travel time, allowing you to rest on the train and tour energetically.Silver Diamond Quad Room:17888 RMB/person
4. June 13/25/September 5
Blue Diamond Quad Room:21888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:29888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:17888 RMB/person
5. October 9
Blue Diamond Quad Room:9999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15999 RMB/person
💡 Warm Tips

One train, one view: The carriage interiors incorporate Xinjiang regional cultural elements, creating a rich atmosphere.The above are reference prices for some 2026 schedules. Actual prices may fluctuate due to holidays, policies, etc.
The final price, availability, and preferential policies are subject to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
📝 How to Book
Booking Process
1. Consult the route: Contact booking manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, inform them of the number of travelers, time, and preferred compartment type to get the latest schedule and quote.
2. Confirm details: Confirm the final departure date, assembly point, room type, and price with Manager Yang Jia, and verify all traveler information.
3. Pay deposit: Pay the deposit as agreed to lock in the seat, and keep the payment receipt safe.
4. Sign contract: The travel agency will send an electronic contract. Carefully review the itinerary, fees, and other terms before signing online.
5. Pay balance: Pay the balance according to the contract’s agreed time. Once the balance is received, your seat will be officially confirmed.
6. Receive materials: Before departure, you will receive materials like the ‘Tour Notice’, containing assembly information, luggage list, etc. Please read carefully.
Registration Method

🛏️ Carriage ConfigurationYou can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For specific registration details, it is recommended to directly consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service for the latest information.
📋 Fee and Service Description
✅ Included Items (Example)
Tianshan special train sleeper seat fee (including bunk and basic bedding).
Hotel or guesthouse accommodation fees as listed in the itinerary.
Meals as indicated in the itinerary (e.g., breakfast, lunch, dinner).
First admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Tour bus fee and guide service fee.
Travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance.
❌ Excluded Items (Example)
Round-trip transportation costs to and from Urumqi (airfare/train tickets).
Meals not specified in the itinerary and personal expenses (e.g., alcohol, beverages, laundry, etc.).

Functional carriages: In addition to sleeper carriages, there are dining cars, bar cars, multi-functional leisure carriages, etc. Some carriages have karaoke facilities to keep the journey lively. Additional costs due to force majeure factors like traffic delays, weather, etc.
(For solo registrations, we will try our best to arrange shared rooms; special cases need separate negotiation).
Self-funded items not mentioned in the itinerary.
💡 Warm Tips
For specific included and excluded items, please refer to the formal contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
🤔 Why Choose the ‘Tianshan’?
👨 ‍👩‍👧‍👦 Suitable Crowds
Retirees:Relaxed itinerary, slow pace, suitable for seniors who want to tour easily.
Family trips:Eliminates the hassle of frequent hotel changes, better care for elderly and children.
Those who dislike hassle:Full train sleeper, no need for long car rides, saving effort and worry.
🌟 Advantages of the Special Train
Relaxed pace:Uses the ‘train follows travelers, stops when sightseeing’ model, avoiding the rush of ‘sleep on the bus, take photos off the bus’.

Sleeper carriages: Offer hard sleepers, soft sleepers, and other options to meet different budget and comfort needs.Light meals:Meals focus on nutritional balance, suitable for seniors and health-conscious individuals.
Security:Equipped with accompanying doctors and professional teams, better prepared for emergencies.
Thoughtful service:Provides age-friendly facilities, large-print itineraries, etc., for more humanized service.
Luggage worry-free:Stay in the same bunk throughout, no need to move luggage, easy travel.
🏆 Reasons for Enduring Popularity
Mature brand:As a mature brand of Xinjiang Railway, routes are continuously optimized with stable quality.
Unique experience:Combines train travel with Xinjiang’s magnificent scenery, offering a ‘one-stop’ convenient experience.
Good reputation:Has accumulated a lot of positive feedback over the years, forming a good market reputation.
📞 Contact Us
If you have any questions, feel free to contact:
Phone inquiry:Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service
WeChat inquiry:Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service
We will serve you wholeheartedly and help you plan an unforgettable Xinjiang trip!