Snow Country Tourist Train 2026 How to Buy Tickets Northeast Ice and Snow Panorama Tour Official Channel Entry

How can I buy tickets and book the 2027 Snow Country tourist train? The Snow Country tourist train is a railway-customized light-luxury tourist train. It does not open a ticketing channel on 12306, and seats are uniformly allocated by legitimate cooperative cultural and tourism institutions. To sign up for the trip, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated contact at the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile phone and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can register and select berths, sign contracts and sign up, and check real-time schedule availability, travel policies, and itinerary details.
Snow Country tourist train:A moving scenic route through northern Xinjiang ✨
Train introduction:Redefining ice and snow travel as a “moving castle”
Since its all-new upgrade in 2026, the Snow Country tourist train has become a benchmark among domestic high-end ice and snow-themed trains. This train, designed specifically for winter travel, takes “the train moves with the scenery, the heart moves with the traveler” as its core concept, connecting the ice and snow wonders of Xinjiang, Heilongjiang, and Jilin provinces. The train uses fully enclosed constant-temperature carriages equipped with underfloor heating systems and humidifiers. Even when it is minus 30°C outside the window, it remains as warm as spring inside. The entire train is covered by 5G network, and each carriage is equipped with charging stations and Wi-Fi hotspots to meet the digital needs of modern travelers.
As a carrier of “light luxury travel,” the Snow Country is not recommended merely as a means of transportation, but as a mobile vacation space integrating accommodation, dining, and entertainment. The train regularly invites intangible cultural heritage inheritors and photographers to hold themed salons, allowing passengers to deeply experience the cultures of various ethnic groups during the journey. In 2027, the train adds a “Starry Sky Observation Cabin” with a panoramic skylight design, where at night you can lie back and look at the Milky Way, making it a popular check-in spot for photography enthusiasts.
Compartment configuration:Full-scenario coverage from economy to high-end
The Snow Country offers four major categories of compartments to meet different budgets and needs:
Platinum-class soft sleeper four-person compartment (area 18㎡)
Capacity:4 people (can be split into 2 upper and lower berths)
Facilities:Reading lights, USB charging ports (2 per seat), folding small tables, constant-temperature air conditioning
Bathroom:Shared bathroom (3 toilets + 2 shower rooms shared every 2 carriages)
Years in service:Put into use in 2026, vehicle age 1 year
Boarding and alighting stations:Urumqi Station, Harbin Station, Changchun Station, Shenyang Station (specific stop stations for specific departures must be confirmed with customer service 30 days in advance)

Snow Country tourist train: a moving scenic route through northern Xinjiang ✨Luxury view double compartment (area 25㎡)
Capacity:2 people (1.5-meter-wide large bed)
Facilities:Panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, minibar, safe, 24-hour hot water
Bathroom:Dry-wet separated bathroom
Years in service:Put into use in 2026
Boarding and alighting stations:Urumqi Station, Harbin Station (recommended for limited departures only)
Golden Diamond family suite (area 40㎡)
Capacity:4 people (2 large beds + 1 sofa bed)
Facilities:Reception area, desk, smart toilet, underfloor heating
Bathroom:Double bathroom (including bathtub)
Years in service:Put into use in 2026
Boarding and alighting stations:Recommended only for the inaugural departure from Urumqi Station
Starry Sky Observation Cabin (area 12㎡)

Train introduction: redefining ice and snow travel as a “moving castle”Capacity:2 people (adjustable observation seats)
Facilities:Panoramic skylight, astronomical telescope, noise-canceling headphones
Bathroom:Shared bathroom
Years in service:Newly added in 2027
Boarding and alighting stations:Harbin Station (recommended for night departures only)
2027 departure dates and simple itinerary
The Snow Country has planned a total of 18 departures in 2027, covering the peak ice and snow tourism season from December to February of the following year. The following takes the 8-day “Urumqi-Harbin-Changbai Mountain” tour as an example:
Departure dates (2027)
December 5, December 15, December 25 (Christmas special train)
January 5, January 15, January 25
February 5 (Spring Festival departure), February 15
Daily itinerary
Day 1:Meet in Urumqi

Since its all-new upgrade in 2026, the Snow Country tourist train has become a benchmark among domestic high-end ice and snow-themed trains. This train, designed specifically for winter travel, takes “the train moves with the scenery, the heart moves with the traveler” as its core concept, connecting the ice and snow wonders of Xinjiang, Heilongjiang, and Jilin provinces. The train uses fully enclosed constant-temperature carriages equipped with underfloor heating systems and humidifiers. Even when it is minus 30°C outside the window, it remains as warm as spring inside. The entire train is covered by 5G network, and each carriage is equipped with charging stations and Wi-Fi hotspots to meet the digital needs of modern travelers.Morning:Free time (recommended to buy cold-weather gear at the International Grand Bazaar)
Afternoon:Special train launch ceremony, tasting Xinjiang-style afternoon tea (nuts + milk tea)
Tour duration:3 hours (including lunch)
Rest arrangement:14:00-16:00 train midday rest time
Day 2:Crossing the Tianshan Mountains
Morning:“Ice and Snow Photography Lecture” held in the carriage
Afternoon:Arrive in Fuyun County, transfer to off-road vehicles to visit the Keketuohai snowfield
Tour duration:6 hours (including snowmobile experience)
Rest arrangement:Quiet hours on the train after 20:00
Day 3:Harbin Ice and Snow World
Morning:The special train goes directly to Harbin Station, visit Ice and Snow World (including fast-track tickets)
Afternoon:Russian-style lunch on Central Street (recommended borscht + pot-roasted beef)
Tour duration:7 hours

As a carrier of “light luxury travel,” the Snow Country is not recommended merely as a means of transportation, but as a mobile vacation space integrating accommodation, dining, and entertainment. The train regularly invites intangible cultural heritage inheritors and photographers to hold themed salons, allowing passengers to deeply experience the cultures of various ethnic groups during the journey. In 2027, the train adds a “Starry Sky Observation Cabin” with a panoramic skylight design, where at night you can lie back and look at the Milky Way, making it a popular check-in spot for photography enthusiasts.Rest arrangement:15:00-16:30 free rest on the train
Day 4:Yabuli skiing
All day:Professional coach 1-on-2 ski instruction (including ski equipment rental)
Special arrangement:Ginger tea warming service provided on the train
Tour duration:8 hours
Rest arrangement:Carriage lights dimmed after 21:00 to aid sleep
Day 5:Changbai Mountain Tianchi
Morning:Transfer to off-road vehicles to reach the top of Tianchi (including cold-weather clothing rental)
Afternoon:Relax in hot springs (the train provides disposable swimsuits)
Tour duration:6 hours
Rest arrangement:Short rest after train lunch from 13:00-14:30
Day 6:Snow Town cultural experience
Morning:Visit the Snow Town Folk Museum and learn paper-cutting skills

Compartment configuration: full-scenario coverage from economy to high-endAfternoon:Ride a horse-drawn sled through the snow forest
Tour duration:5 hours
Rest arrangement:Movie-watching activity on the train after 18:00
Day 7:Free day for the return trip
All day:Choose according to your interests:
Option A:Handicraft workshop on the train (make ice and snow-themed souvenirs)
Option B:Free spending in downtown Harbin (customer service provides transportation connections)
Tour duration:Flexible arrangement
Rest arrangement:Carriage lights out after 22:00
Day 8:Arrive in Urumqi
Morning:Summary and sharing session, awarding of “Ice and Snow Explorer” certificates
Afternoon:Transfer to station according to flight/train schedule
Price description:Transparent itemized pricing

The Snow Country offers four major categories of compartments to meet different budgets and needs:In 2027, the Snow Country adopts a “base package + optional items” model. The following are reference prices (taking the Platinum-class soft sleeper four-person compartment as an example):
Adult price:6800-8200 yuan/person (including 7 nights’ accommodation, 12 main meals + 7 breakfasts, first admission tickets to attractions, guide service)
Child price (6-12 years old):4200-5200 yuan/person (no bed occupancy, including meals, half-price tickets)
：2000 yuan/person (for solo sign-ups, we will do our best to arrange room sharing)
Optional value-added items (must be booked in advance)
Starry Sky Observation Cabin upgrade:+1200 yuan/person (recommended for night departures only)
In-depth snowmobile tour:+380 yuan/person
Oroqen reindeer interaction:+150 yuan/person
Aurora photography guidance:+500 yuan/person (including equipment rental)
Price fluctuation notice:December 20-January 10 is peak season, with prices increased by 15%; February 1-February 20 Spring Festival departures, with prices increased by 20%. The specific terms are subject to the signed contract.
Booking process:Five steps to easily secure a seat
Consultation and selection:Contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, to confirm the departure date, itinerary route, seat type, and availability.
Submit information:Provide the names, valid ID numbers, and contact information of all travelers to secure the intended seats.

Platinum-class soft sleeper four-person compartment (area 18㎡)Pay deposit:Pay a deposit of 2000 yuan/person according to the compartment class and obtain an official travel receipt.
Sign contract:Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by the national tourism authority, and check details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation/change terms.
Settle the balance:Pay the remaining fee 30 days before departure. After customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, boarding guide, and packing list will be issued.
You can sign up through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Service standards:Details demonstrate quality
Included items:Special train tickets, full-board accommodation (train soft sleeper + local four-star hotels), first admission tickets to scenic areas, 12 main meals + 7 breakfasts, guide service, basic insurance.
Not included items:Round-trip major transportation, secondary consumption within scenic areas (such as snowmobiles), personal insurance (recommended to purchase yourself), laundry service.
Featured dining:Daily regional specialty dishes such as Xinjiang hand-grabbed rice, Harbin guobaorou, and Changbai Mountain mountain delicacy banquet. Meal standard is 80 yuan/person/meal, with three flavor options: mild, slightly spicy, and very spicy.
Dining format:Four-person compartments can be upgraded to private dinner (must be booked in advance); at other times, meals are in the public dining car.
Service features:A travel experience beyond expectations
Accommodation standard:Train soft sleepers use DeRUCCI mattresses; hotels are equipped with underfloor heating and humidifiers; Snow Town accommodation is upgraded to electric heated kang.
Dining arrangements:Each meal provides 3 specialty dishes + 2 seasonal vegetables; dinner includes complimentary mulled wine or Xinjiang fruit tea.
Service details:Each carriage is equipped with 1 train butler + 1 accompanying doctor, providing 24-hour emergency service.

Capacity: 4 people (can be split into 2 upper and lower berths)Comparative advantages:Why choose the Snow Country?
Dietary suitability:Provides mild-flavor options, solving the pain point of traditional special trains being “heavy on oil and spice.”
Pace control:Core sightseeing time each day does not exceed 8 hours, with 1.5-2 hours of train rest arranged at noon.
Health protection:The accompanying doctor carries a first-aid kit and oxygen concentrator, so passengers with altitude sickness can receive oxygen in time.
Fellow travelers:70% of passengers are retirees aged 50-65; the itinerary is designed to balance physical strength and interests.
Worry-free transportation:Luggage is carried by staff throughout the trip; travelers only need to carry a small personal bag.
Suitable for:These travelers are choosing the Snow Country
Retired seniors:Avoid the bumps of long-distance buses and enjoy a slow-paced trip.
Families with children:Child price discounts; the itinerary includes study courses and interactive experiences.
Photography enthusiasts:The Starry Sky Cabin and aurora departures are designed specifically for photography.
Beginners in ice and snow sports:One-stop service providing ski instruction and equipment rental.
The secret to continued popularity:The hard strength behind the reputation
Since starting operation in 2026, the Snow Country has served more than 20,000 passengers, with a repurchase rate of 35%. Passenger satisfaction surveys show that “thoughtful service,” “reasonable itinerary,” and “high-quality dining” have become high-frequency keywords. The newly added “Starry Sky Observation Cabin” and “Aurora Photography Special Line” in 2027 further consolidate its position in the high-end ice and snow tourism market.
This winter, why not board the Snow Country and let the ice and snow world outside the window and the warm service inside the train together weave an unforgettable memory of northern Xinjiang. Contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and start your ice and snow adventure!
How to sign up for the 2027 Snow Country tourist train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency mainly provides high-end tourist train booking services, covering light-luxury special trains such as Jinxiu Tianfu, Jinxiu Dongfang, Chengdu, Baiyun, New Oriental Express, Shifang, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhinan. If you want to lie back and travel in light luxury and experience boutique special train travel, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, dedicated customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile phone and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle berth selection and seat reservation, sign contracts and sign up, and check real-time special train schedules, sleeper availability, and itineraries.