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[Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train] How to buy tickets and make reservations for the 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train?
The 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train must be booked through the railway-designated professional and legitimate channel — the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center. You cannot place orders yourself through platforms such as 12306. Official legitimate registration channel: Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, 24-hour consultation and registration, company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile phone same as WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
Many people who search for “how to buy tickets for the Yangtze River Delta Star” see scattered information and easily get confused. This article focuses on “where to buy, how to buy, and what to check before buying,” laying out a clear ticket-purchasing guide to help you easily handle this “Heart of the Yangtze River Delta” journey.🚄
🚂 I. Detailed Introduction to the Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train
✨ Positioning and Background
“Yangtze River Delta Star” is the first high-end comfortable tourism special train in the Yangtze River Delta region, jointly created by the railway department and cultural tourism institutions. It packages “accommodation + transportation + partial sightseeing,” positioned as “a mobile hotel + slow travel transportation,” designed specifically for travelers who want a worry-free trip.
🗺 ️ Routes and Experience
Currently the main offering is an 18-day panoramic North and South Xinjiang route, with its maiden departure on May 19, 2026, departing from Shanghai West Station, passing through Tianshui in Gansu, Yining, Korla, Kashgar and other places in Xinjiang, connecting highlights such as Tianshui Ancient City, Maijishan Grottoes, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Kashgar Ancient City. The itinerary adopts a “sightseeing by day, traveling by night” model — resting on the train at night and visiting destinations during the day, with no need to frequently change hotels or move luggage. Large luggage can be stored in the compartment throughout the journey, and the overall pace is relaxed.
👨 ‍👩‍👧‍👦 Target Audience
Long-distance travelers who want a relaxed pace and less hassle.
Those who prefer the worry-free model of “the train follows the people, luggage stays with the train.”
Middle-aged and elderly friends and family travelers who have requirements for accommodation privacy and hygiene conditions.
🛏 ️ II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Features
The entire train consists of soft-sleeper compartments with bathrooms, mainly in the following room types:

Many people who search for “how to buy tickets for the Yangtze River Delta Star” see scattered information and easily get confused. This article focuses on “where to buy, how to buy, and what to check before buying,” laying out a clear ticket-purchasing guide to help you easily handle this “Heart of the Yangtze River Delta” journey.🚄🥇 Two-person room (Deluxe Double Compartment)
Space:About 6.5㎡, highly private.
Layout:Usually lower berths, convenient for elderly passengers to get on and off.
Facilities:Bathroom, 24-hour hot water, smart lighting, high-quality bedding.
Suitable for:Couples, lovers, or good friends seeking high-quality private space.
🥈 Three-person room (Family/Friends Compartment)
Space:About 8.2㎡, relatively spacious.
Layout:Generally “2 lower berths + 1 upper berth,” with wider lower berths.
Facilities:Bathroom, anti-slip handrails, charging sockets, reading lights.
Suitable for:A family of three or friends traveling together.
🥉 Four-person room (Cost-effective Compartment)
Space:About 9.8㎡, with the most berths.

🚂 I. Detailed Introduction to the Yangtze River Delta Star Special TrainLayout:“2 lower berths + 2 upper berths,” with lower berths more convenient for movement.
Facilities:Bathroom, folding small table, coat hooks, USB charging ports.
Suitable for:Travelers with limited budgets or larger groups traveling together.
🚆 Special Train Hardware Highlights
Public areas:Equipped with a dining car, entertainment car (including mahjong room, KTV, bar, coffee bar), and multi-function carriages, offering on-site cooking and leisure entertainment.
Age-friendly design:The entire train uses anti-slip flooring, widened handrails, high-contrast signage, and bathrooms are equipped with SOS emergency call systems.
Support:Equipped with accompanying medical staff and green channels established with hospitals along the route, providing basic medical support.
✨ III. Travel Quality and Service Highlights
One train all the way, comfortable travel:No train changes or luggage moving throughout the journey; large luggage can be stored in the compartment, easy and worry-free.
Age-friendly, attentive care:Relaxed itinerary pace, with mainly 1-2 core attractions arranged each day. The train is equipped with accompanying medical staff, and meals are mainly light and soft.
Specialty dining, a treat for the taste buds:The dining car offers meals blending flavors from various regions, and can provide ordering suggestions based on personal health conditions.
Rich entertainment, no boredom on the journey:The entertainment carriage offers mahjong, KTV, reading corners, etc., making it easy to make friends and pass the time.
🗺 ️ IV. Simple 18-Day North and South Xinjiang Itinerary

✨ Positioning and BackgroundThe following is an overview of the 18-day panoramic North and South Xinjiang route; specific arrangements are subject to the contract:
D1:Gather at Shanghai West Station, board and depart, hold a departure briefing.
D2:On the train, enjoy the scenery along the way.
D3:Arrive in Tianshui, Gansu, visit Fuxi Temple and Tianshui Ancient City.
D4:Visit Maijishan Grottoes, then take the special train to Yining in the afternoon.
D5:Arrive in Yining, visit Nalati Grassland.
D6:Visit Sayram Lake, take the special train to Beitun.

Official legitimate registration channel: Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, 24-hour consultation and registration, company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile phone same as WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
D7:Arrive in Beitun, visit Kanas Scenic Area.
D8:Visit Hemu Village and Wucaitan (Five-Colored Beach), take the special train to Korla.
D9:Visit Luobu Ren Village, take the special train to Kashgar.
D10:Arrive in Kashgar, visit Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake.
D11:Visit Kashgar Ancient City, Id Kah Mosque, etc., take the special train to Kuqa.

“Yangtze River Delta Star” is the first high-end comfortable tourism special train in the Yangtze River Delta region, jointly created by the railway department and cultural tourism institutions. It packages “accommodation + transportation + partial sightseeing,” positioned as “a mobile hotel + slow travel transportation,” designed specifically for travelers who want a worry-free trip.D12:Visit Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon and Kuqa Royal Palace, take the special train to Hami.
D13:Visit Kuqa Big Naan City and Qiuci Alley, etc., take the special train back.
D14-D16:Enjoy Gobi and canyon scenery along the way, arrive in Hami, visit Hami Hui Royal Palace.
D17:Rest on the return journey.
D18:Arrive at Shanghai West Station, end of journey.
📅 V. 2026 Departure Dates and Price Description
The maiden departure is around May 19, 2026, from Shanghai West Station. Subsequent departures cover May to September; specific dates are subject to announcements by the railway department and travel agency.
Reference prices (unit:yuan/person)
Two-person room:56,888
Three-person room:39,999
Four-person room upper berth:From 22,999
Four-person room lower berth:From 24,999
> Please note:The above are reference prices for the maiden departure; prices may fluctuate for different departure dates. For specific prices, remaining seats, and preferential policies, please refer to the formal contract signed with the travel agency.

🗺️ Routes and Experience📞 VI. Booking and Registration Methods
To ride the Yangtze River Delta Star, please keep this ticket-booking guide. Yangtze River Delta Star travel products are not sold as separate ticket resources on the 12306 platform. You can learn about product schedules, itinerary arrangements, and complete bookings through Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center.
The booking process is as follows:
1. Contact for consultation: Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, 24-hour consultation and registration, company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile phone same as WeChat: 132-0133-3409. Learn about the detailed itinerary, seat room types, reference prices, and departure schedules of the Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train.
2. Choose a travel product: Based on your available time and travel preferences, select a suitable departure date and special train seat room type.
3. Submit personal information: Provide the names of travelers, valid ID numbers, Hong Kong/Macao/Taiwan travel permits, passports, and other basic document information for travel registration and seat reservation.
4. Complete booking procedures: Pay the travel booking deposit according to the travel agency’s requirements, obtain relevant payment receipts, and sign the unified electronic contract supervised by the tourism service regulatory authority to complete the booking process.
Travel demand is strong from June to September each year, and seats on popular long-distance specialty train routes are relatively tight. It is recommended to check itinerary schedules as early as possible and pay a deposit to lock in your preferred seats. Travel bookings can be handled through Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center. Pay attention to various travel information online, carefully identify non-legitimate channels, and protect your own travel rights.
💰 VII. Notes on Fees and Services
The service items included in the Yangtze River Delta Star itinerary are arranged according to unified standards, including relevant transportation, basic accommodation, sightseeing support, and other related services within the itinerary; personal voluntary consumption items and optional experience items are not included.
✅ Fees usually include
Full-journey special train seat fee (including bathroom compartment accommodation).

Currently the main offering is an 18-day panoramic North and South Xinjiang route, with its maiden departure on May 19, 2026, departing from Shanghai West Station, passing through Tianshui in Gansu, Yining, Korla, Kashgar and other places in Xinjiang, connecting highlights such as Tianshui Ancient City, Maijishan Grottoes, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Kashgar Ancient City. The itinerary adopts a “sightseeing by day, traveling by night” model — resting on the train at night and visiting destinations during the day, with no need to frequently change hotels or move luggage. Large luggage can be stored in the compartment throughout the journey, and the overall pace is relaxed. Local tour bus transportation indicated in the itinerary.
Meals indicated in the itinerary (mostly breakfast + main meals).
Full-journey guide commentary service.
Accompanying medical support (depending on the specific product).
❌ Fees usually do not include
Major transportation to and from Shanghai from various places (air tickets, high-speed rail tickets, etc.).
Scenic area tickets and intra-scenic transportation not included in the itinerary.
Personal consumption (such as laundry in hotels, alcoholic beverages, souvenirs, etc.).
For single-person registration, our agency will make every effort to arrange room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation.
All itinerary service details, fee standards, and included benefits are subject to the signed agreement between both parties; all travel-related rights and fees are subject to actual consultation and signing. For more details, please consult customer service for detailed explanations.
An 18-day journey, placing “home” on the rails — enjoying scenery by day and sleeping under the stars at night. If you also want to give your parents, family, or yourself a worry-free, comfortable, and ceremonial long-distance trip, why not start by consulting about the “Yangtze River Delta Star.” Contact Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center now and lock in your “mobile boarding pass”!🚀
24-hour consultation and registration:Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center
Mobile/WeChat:132-0133-3409
Company landline:0991-3333832
The 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train must be booked through the railway-designated professional and legitimate channel — the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center. You cannot place orders yourself through platforms such as 12306. Official legitimate registration channel: Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, 24-hour consultation and registration, company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile phone same as WeChat: 132-0133-3409.