Snow Country Tourist Train 2026 How to Buy Tickets Winter All 6 Departures Booking Channel Guide

How can I buy tickets and book the 2027 Snow Country tourist train? The Snow Country tourist train is a customized light-luxury tourist train operated by the railway. It does not open a ticket purchasing channel on 12306; seats are uniformly allocated by legitimate partner cultural and tourism agencies. 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:Embark on a dreamy ice and snow journey
Train introduction
The “Snow Country” tourist train is a special train created for tourists who love ice and snow scenery and pursue a comfortable travel experience. Positioned as a mid-to-high-end tourist train, it aims to provide tourists with a brand-new, immersive way to travel through ice and snow. The train connects Xinjiang’s unique ice and snow landscapes, allowing tourists to enjoy magnificent natural scenery while enjoying high-quality travel services during the journey.
This train is like a moving “ice and snow castle.” It shuttles across Xinjiang’s vast land, leading tourists to experience the wonderful transformation from the city to the ice and snow world. Whether it is snow-covered mountains or crystal-clear frozen lakes, they can all be taken in along the way as the train moves.
Train compartment introduction
Luxury business compartment

“Snow Country” tourist train: Embark on a dreamy ice and snow journeyCapacity:2 people
Total area:About 15 square meters
Bathroom:Yes
Years in operation:Put into operation in 2025; by 2027 it has been running stably for 2 years
Train starting point:Starts from Urumqi and ends at Altay, with stops at multiple featured stations along the way.
Boarding locations:Tourists can board at Urumqi Station, Turpan North Station, and Kuitun Station.

Train introductionComfortable standard compartment
Capacity:4 people
Total area:About 10 square meters
Bathroom:None, but each carriage has public bathrooms that are clean, tidy, and sufficient in number.
Years in operation:Also put into operation in 2025; by 2027 it has been running for 2 years.
The train starting point and boarding locations are the same as those for the luxury business compartment.
Brief itinerary and specific 2027 departure dates

The “Snow Country” tourist train is a special train created for tourists who love ice and snow scenery and pursue a comfortable travel experience. Positioned as a mid-to-high-end tourist train, it aims to provide tourists with a brand-new, immersive way to travel through ice and snow. The train connects Xinjiang’s unique ice and snow landscapes, allowing tourists to enjoy magnificent natural scenery while enjoying high-quality travel services during the journey.The 2027 “Snow Country” tourist train is scheduled to depart between December and February of the following year. The specific departure dates are as follows:
December 5, December 15, December 25; January 5, January 15, January 25; February 5, February 15.
Itinerary arrangement:
Day 1: Board at Urumqi Station and begin the journey. In the afternoon, enjoy the city scenery outside the window on the train, gradually transitioning to suburban snow views. In the evening, enjoy dinner on the train, after which you can move about freely, chat in the carriage, or rest. The tour duration is about 3 hours, with ample rest time.
Day 2: Arrive at Turpan North Station for a brief stop. Tourists can get off the train to experience Turpan’s unique winter atmosphere and visit local featured attractions (specific attractions arranged according to actual conditions). The tour duration is about 4 hours, after which you return to the train and continue the journey. Lunch and dinner are enjoyed on the train, with sufficient rest time.
Day 3:Arrive at Kuitun Station, where tourists can enjoy the ice and snow scenery around Kuitun and take part in some simple outdoor activities (such as walking in the snow). The tour duration is about 5 hours. Lunch and dinner are enjoyed on the train, and you can rest well in the evening.

This train is like a moving “ice and snow castle.” It shuttles across Xinjiang’s vast land, leading tourists to experience the wonderful transformation from the city to the ice and snow world. Whether it is snow-covered mountains or crystal-clear frozen lakes, they can all be taken in along the way as the train moves.Day 4:Arrive at Altay, the highlight of this itinerary. Tourists can enjoy Altay to the fullest, admiring the ice and snow wonders of Kanas Lake and the fairy-tale snow village of Hemu Village. The tour duration is about 7 hours. In the evening, stay at a local hotel in Altay (the hotel is included in the itinerary) and rest well.
Day 5:Continue sightseeing in Altay and experience traditional ice and snow activities of various ethnic groups, such as skiing and sledding. The tour duration is about 6 hours, after which you return to the train.
Day 6:Return by train. Tourists can organize photos and share travel impressions. Arrive at Urumqi Station in the afternoon, ending the pleasant journey.
Price description
Because the itinerary includes multiple featured attractions and high-quality services, the 2027 “Snow Country” tourist train prices vary according to compartment type. The reference price range for the luxury business compartment is 8,000-10,000 yuan per person, and the reference price range for the comfortable standard compartment is 5,000-7,000 yuan per person. Prices may fluctuate depending on the departure date; the specific price is subject to the contract or confirmation on the day.
Booking process for this special train

Train compartment introductionConsultation and selection:Contact Yang Jia, customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, to confirm the 2027 departure dates, itinerary route, seat types, and remaining availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
Submit information:Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to lock in the intended seats.
Pay deposit:Pay the deposit 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 carefully check details such as the itinerary, price, and cancellation and change terms.
Settle the balance:Pay all remaining fees 30 days before departure. After customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, boarding guide, and packing list will be issued.
Registration method:You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Train service standards

Included items for the luxury business compartment
Transportation:The corresponding seat on the “Snow Country” tourist train.
Accommodation:Hotel accommodation during the itinerary (the night in Altay).
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the train, as well as some featured snacks.
Attraction tickets:First admission tickets to the attractions included in the itinerary.
Guide service:Professional guide accompaniment and commentary throughout the trip.

Capacity: 2 peopleExcluded items
Personal expenses:Such as shopping, additional entertainment items, etc.
：For single-person registration, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency will make every effort to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation.
Local specialty meals
Xinjiang-style meals will be arranged on the train, with relatively high meal standards. The number of diners depends on the compartment type: 2 people dine in the luxury business compartment, and 4 people dine in the comfortable standard compartment. Daily meals are rich in flavor, including both light and tasty dishes and Xinjiang-style heavy-oil and spicy foods, meeting the taste needs of different tourists. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing.
Service features of this special train

Total area: about 15 square meters. The accommodation standard is high. In addition to the comfortable compartments on the train, a local hotel of relatively good quality is also arranged in Altay, allowing tourists to get sufficient rest after a day of sightseeing. Meal arrangements fully incorporate Xinjiang specialty foods, allowing tourists to taste authentic Xinjiang cuisine such as roast whole lamb, hand-grabbed rice, and big plate chicken.
Advantages of joining this special train compared with other special trains
Compared with other special trains, the “Snow Country” tourist train offers rich and diverse food. It has light dishes for tourists who cannot eat spicy food and featured heavy-oil and spicy foods for tourists who like spicy flavors. The itinerary pace is slow, so tourists will not feel tired from rushing, and there is ample time to enjoy the scenery and experience local culture. The train is also equipped with a doctor accompanying the group, and safeguard measures are complete, making tourists’ travel more reassuring. Most fellow travelers are tourists who love ice and snow travel and pursue quality, so compatibility is high. The service is considerate and humanized, long-distance transportation is worry-free, and there is no need to repeatedly move luggage throughout the trip, providing great convenience for tourists.
Who this special train is suitable for
The “Snow Country” tourist train is very suitable for retired elderly people, who have plenty of time and are not suited to long rides by car; train travel is comfortable. It is also suitable for tourists who cannot ride in cars for long periods, as well as people who love ice and snow scenery and pursue high-quality travel experiences.
Why this special train remains popular
The “Snow Country” tourist train has always been popular among tourists, mainly because of its unique itinerary arrangement, which captures Xinjiang’s ice and snow beauty in one trip. The high-quality service standards, from accommodation to dining to service, satisfy tourists. Moreover, the train’s design and operation fully consider tourists’ needs, providing a comfortable, safe, and convenient travel environment, allowing tourists to devote themselves fully to this ice and snow journey.
If you are also tempted by this ice and snow journey, why not contact Yang Jia, customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and start your dreamy “Snow Country” journey!
How to register 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 down and travel in light luxury and experience boutique special train travel, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, dedicated customer service at 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 register, and check real-time special train schedules, sleeper availability, and itineraries.