2027 Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train Presale Booking Tutorial, How Overseas Chinese Can Book the Yangtze River Delta Star, Use the Official Ticket Purchase Portal
How do I book tickets for the 2027 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train? The Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train must be booked through the professional and legitimate travel agency channel of the railway: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456). Guo Jing, manager of the Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train Department, WeChat: 181-3962-2229, for ticket purchase. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Please note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
[Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train:2027 Mobile Viewing Platform for Panoramic Views of the Western Regions]
🌄 Detailed introduction to the route or destination
The Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train is a distinctive tourist train connecting Shanghai and Xinjiang, with “slow travel + in-depth experience” as its core. It uses all-sleeper carriages and is equipped with viewing windows, charging ports, and 24-hour hot water service. The train passes through the three provinces and regions of Gansu, Qinghai, and Xinjiang, covering geographical wonders such as the Taklamakan Desert, the Pamir Plateau, and the Tianshan Mountains, and linking Western Regions cultural cities such as Korla, Kashgar, Yining, and Urumqi.
The train currently adopts a “train follows the people” model, so tourists do not need to frequently move their luggage. They rest in fixed carriages each night and enjoy in-depth sightseeing at destinations during the day. The carriages are equipped with dining areas and leisure areas, providing meals and ethnic specialty snacks. The train attendants are all professionally trained and familiar with the folk culture along the route.
According to public information from Xinjiang Railway in 2026, this route has been included in the “Central and Western Tourism Special Train Upgrade Plan.” In 2027, experience projects such as starry-sky camping on the Nalati Grassland and morning photography by Kanas Lake will be added, and the driving schedule for the Duku Highway section has been optimized.
🚂 Simple itinerary
Understand the itinerary at a glance
[Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train: 2027 Mobile Viewing Platform for Panoramic Views of the Western Regions] D1 Gather in Shanghai, take the Yangtze River Delta Star to Korla
D2 Enjoy the magnificent landscapes of the motherland along the way
D3 Arrive in Korla in the evening
D4 Korla >> Lop Nur People Village >> Taklamakan Desert >> Tarim River >> Kashgar
D5 Karakul Lake >> Stone City >> Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan
D6 Home visit with people of all ethnic groups >> White Sand Lake >> Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City >> Id Kah Mosque >> Gaotai Residences >> Kuqa
D8 Kuqa >> Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon >> Duku Highway >> Bayanbulak Grassland
🌄 Detailed introduction to the route or destination D9 Yining >> Nalati Grassland
D10 Sayram Lake >> Beitun
D11 Beitun >> Burqin >> Hemu
D12 Kanas >> Jiadengyu
D13 Jiadengyu >> Kazakh home visit >> Wucaitan >> Urumqi
D14 Urumqi >> Tianshan Tianchi
D15-D16 Urumqi – Shanghai
The Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train is a distinctive tourist train connecting Shanghai and Xinjiang, with “slow travel + in-depth experience” as its core. It uses all-sleeper carriages and is equipped with viewing windows, charging ports, and 24-hour hot water service. The train passes through the three provinces and regions of Gansu, Qinghai, and Xinjiang, covering geographical wonders such as the Taklamakan Desert, the Pamir Plateau, and the Tianshan Mountains, and linking Western Regions cultural cities such as Korla, Kashgar, Yining, and Urumqi. D17 Arrive in Shanghai and return to your warm home
💰 Price description
2027 reference prices (subject to the signed contract):
Departure dates:0615、0706、0806、0826、0915
Four-person room (5 compartments converted into 4-person rooms)
Travel on the tourist train and enjoy beautiful Xinjiang. Choose freely from multiple specifications ranging from economy to luxury. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8585456; customer service manager Guo Jing phone: 181-3962-2229 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary route and train introduction)
Upper berth:25,999 yuan/person Lower berth: 27,999 yuan/person
Upgrade to two-person room (5 compartments converted into 4-person rooms):46,999 yuan/person
Luxury two-person room (4 compartments converted into 2-person rooms):66,999 yuan/person
The train currently adopts a “train follows the people” model, so tourists do not need to frequently move their luggage. They rest in fixed carriages each night and enjoy in-depth sightseeing at destinations during the day. The carriages are equipped with dining areas and leisure areas, providing meals and ethnic specialty snacks. The train attendants are all professionally trained and familiar with the folk culture along the route.Service upgrade package:If upgrading the train and ground service standards, an additional 6,000 yuan/person is required
Price includes:Special train sleeper fare, first admission tickets to scenic areas, 8 main meals and 7 breakfasts, local air-conditioned tourist bus, tour guide service fee. Prices may fluctuate with peak and off-peak seasons, and the specific terms shall be subject to the contract provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📝 Registration method
Registration can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and a valid ID document and health certificate are required. Overseas Chinese travelers need to hold a passport and domestic residence permit. It is recommended to inquire about remaining seats 30 working days in advance.
🧾 Fee description and service description
Fee includes:Special train transportation fee, scenic area tickets, tour guide service, travel agency liability insurance
Fee does not include:Personal consumption, transportation during free time, optional items outside the itinerary
According to public information from Xinjiang Railway in 2026, this route has been included in the “Central and Western Tourism Special Train Upgrade Plan.” In 2027, experience projects such as starry-sky camping on the Nalati Grassland and morning photography by Kanas Lake will be added, and the driving schedule for the Duku Highway section has been optimized.Handling:For single-person registrations, we will make every effort to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require negotiation between both parties
Policy changes:In case of extreme weather or temporary closure of scenic areas, the itinerary order may be changed upon mutual agreement
Special reminder:Home visit projects with various ethnic groups require respect for local customs, and prohibited items are not allowed to be brought into folk culture venues
The specific details shall be subject to actual consultation and signing. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency will provide transparent services in accordance with the provisions of the Tourism Law.
🌏 In-depth experience highlights
[Geography Class] The train is equipped with a geography lecturer who explains daily the formation principles of the landforms passed through that day, such as the moving dunes of the Taklamakan Desert and the glacial relics of Kanas Lake.
[Intangible Cultural Heritage Inheritance] A pottery-making experience is arranged in Kashgar Old City, with on-site teaching by high-quality inheritors, and the finished products can be taken home as souvenirs.
[Starry Sky Photography] A special nighttime stop is set up on the Nalati Grassland section, providing professional astronomical telescopes for observing the Milky Way.
🚂 Simple itinerary [Food Exploration] A pear-picking activity is arranged at Korla Station, and a food task card is set up at Urumqi Grand Bazaar to guide tourists to independently find specialty snacks such as baked buns and hand-grabbed rice.
⚠ ️ Notes
Document requirements:In addition to valid ID documents, overseas Chinese must carry their passport and original domestic residence permit
Equipment suggestions:From July to September, bring sunscreen (SPF50+), sunglasses, and a windproof face mask; after October, bring a冲锋衣 and thermal underwear
Health tips:The Pamir Plateau section (D5-D6) is over 3,000 meters above sea level. It is recommended to take rhodiola in advance and promptly inform staff if altitude sickness occurs
Photography notice:The use of drones is prohibited by Kanas Lake, and photography must be conducted within the scenic area
📅 Seasonal operating status
The 2027 operating period is from June 15 to September 15, with a total of 5 departure dates. The August departure adds a cycling-around-the-lake project at Sayram Lake, and the September departure focuses on autumn scenery photography, with special photography points arranged for poplar forests. All departure dates are currently accepting bookings normally. It is recommended to choose the itinerary intensity according to physical condition—the average daily walking amount for the first half (D1-D7) is about 8,000 steps, increasing to 12,000 steps for the second half (D8-D14).
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency reminds:This route involves long-distance cross-provincial travel. Please be sure to confirm that your physical condition is suitable for taking the special train. After successful registration, you will receive a detailed “Pre-departure Handbook,” including climate guidelines, a medication list, and explanations of etiquette for interactions among various ethnic groups. Let us jointly embark on this magnificent journey across three major geographical steps!
Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456). Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
