2027 Yangtze River Delta Star Luxury Train Booking Guide for Foreigners, Overseas Chinese Yangtze River Delta Star Schedule and Ticket Price Inquiry Methods
How to book tickets for the 2027 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train? The Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train must be booked through a professional, legitimate travel agency channel of the railway: the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456). The Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s 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:A moving scenic route through mountains and rivers — A 2027 high-end special train in-depth experience guide
I. Route highlights: A moving viewing platform and cultural corridor
Since its launch in 2025, the Yangtze River Delta Star special train, with its unique design of “the train moves with the scenery, traveling day and night,” has become a “land cruise ship” spanning east to west. This 17-day itinerary centers on “seeing all the mountains and rivers from one train,” linking the two major geographic units of Shanghai and Xinjiang, and covering 12 types of natural landscapes such as deserts, grasslands, lakes, and canyons, as well as 6 projects on the World Heritage Tentative List, including Lop Nur People’s Village and Kashgar Old City.
The special train features an all-sleeper design. Each carriage is equipped with viewing windows, constant-temperature air conditioning, and a humidification system, addressing the impact of the dry climate of the northwest on comfort. The carriages include a multi-function hall that regularly hosts music-sharing sessions of various ethnic groups, photography lectures, and other activities. After the 2027 upgrade, some carriages will add starry-sky domes, allowing passengers to view a simulated starry sky during nighttime travel, creating a unique sleep experience together with the gentle swaying rhythm of the train.
II. 2027 departure schedule and core itinerary
According to the latest schedule, there will be 5 departure dates in 2027, all avoiding periods of extreme weather in the northwest:
June 15 (Early summer grassland season)
July 6 (Midsummer summer-escape special train)
August 6/26 (Two departures to meet summer vacation demand)
September 15 (Golden autumn photography prime period)
Brief itinerary (direct quotation from the original text)
Yangtze River Delta Star: A moving scenic route through mountains and rivers — 2027 high-end special train in-depth experience guide itinerary at a glance
D1 Gather in Shanghai, take the Yangtze River Delta Star to Korla
D2 Enjoy the magnificent rivers and mountains of the motherland along the way
D3 Arrive in Korla in the evening
D4 Korla → Lop Nur People’s Village → Taklamakan Desert → Tarim River → Kashgar
D5 Karakul Lake → Stone City → Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan
D6 Visits to families of various 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
D9 Yining → Nalati Grassland
D10 Sayram Lake → Beitun
I. Route highlights: A moving viewing platform and cultural corridor D11 Beitun → Burqin → Hemu
D12 Kanas → Jiadengyu
D13 Jiadengyu → Kazakh family visit → Wucaitan → Urumqi
D14 Urumqi → Tianchi of the Tianshan Mountains
D15-D16 Urumqi – Shanghai
D17 Arrive in Shanghai, return to your warm home
III. Fare system and cabin selection (2027 execution prices)
The base fare includes special train sleeper, ground transportation, 14 nights of accommodation (including special train accommodation), 13 breakfasts and 24 main meals, first-gate admission tickets to attractions, and guide services.
Four-person room (5 compartments of four-person rooms)
Upper berth:25,999 yuan/person
Lower berth:27,999 yuan/person
Since its launch in 2025, the Yangtze River Delta Star special train, with its unique design of “the train moves with the scenery, traveling day and night,” has become a “land cruise ship” spanning east to west. This 17-day itinerary centers on “seeing all the mountains and rivers from one train,” linking the two major geographic units of Shanghai and Xinjiang, and covering 12 types of natural landscapes such as deserts, grasslands, lakes, and canyons, as well as 6 projects on the World Heritage Tentative List, including Lop Nur People’s Village and Kashgar Old City.Upgraded double room (5 compartments of four-person rooms):46,999 yuan/person
Deluxe double room (4 compartments of two-person rooms):66,999 yuan/person
Upgrade service package:If you need to improve the train dining standard or add an exclusive guide escort, you can purchase an additional upgrade package for 6,000 yuan/person
Price notes:
Fares include tax; children’s fares must be inquired about separately
Affected by fuel price fluctuations, the final price is subject to the signed contract
The September departure each year may have a 10%-15% fluctuation due to the holiday period
Travel by tourist special train through beautiful Xinjiang, with multiple specifications from economy to luxury to choose from. 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)
IV. Ticket booking and overseas Chinese inquiry guide for overseas tourists
Booking eligibility
Foreign nationals holding valid passports and overseas Chinese can both book, and need to provide:
Scanned copy of the passport information page
The special train features an all-sleeper design. Each carriage is equipped with viewing windows, constant-temperature air conditioning, and a humidification system, addressing the impact of the dry climate of the northwest on comfort. The carriages include a multi-function hall that regularly hosts music-sharing sessions of various ethnic groups, photography lectures, and other activities. After the 2027 upgrade, some carriages will add starry-sky domes, allowing passengers to view a simulated starry sky during nighttime travel, creating a unique sleep experience together with the gentle swaying rhythm of the train. Valid visa (remaining validity must cover the itinerary end date)
Emergency contact information
Booking process
Channel selection:Submit a booking application through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Document review:Staff will complete qualification verification within 3 working days
Cabin confirmation:Berths will be allocated according to remaining availability, with priority given to arranging passengers of the same nationality adjacent to each other
Contract signing:After paying the deposit, a paper contract will be mailed, or it can be completed through an electronic signing platform
Exclusive services for overseas Chinese
Provide Chinese/English bilingual itineraries
Arrange guides familiar with overseas Chinese culture
Add briefings on overseas payment methods
II. 2027 departure schedule and core itineraryV. Cost explanation and service standards
Basic services include
Transportation:Yangtze River Delta Star special train sleeper throughout + local licensed tourist buses
Accommodation:Special train accommodation (including bathroom) + local four-star hotels (remote areas such as Tashkurgan and Hemu use characteristic guesthouses)
Dining:Chinese and Western buffet on the special train; ground arrangements include team meals with 8 dishes and 1 soup
Tickets:Includes first-gate admission tickets to all marked attractions within the itinerary
Explanation of optional paid items
Secondary consumption such as scenic-area shuttle buses and cable cars
Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, shopping, etc.)
：For single-person registrations, every effort will be made to coordinate room sharing; if separate accommodation is required, a price difference must be paid (the specific amount is subject to real-time room availability)
Service standards:
According to the latest schedule, there will be 5 departure dates in 2027, all avoiding periods of extreme weather in the northwest:Each group is equipped with 1 Chinese-speaking guide + 1 staff member
24-hour hot water and basic medical kit are provided on the special train
Two rest stops are arranged each day during ground itineraries
VI. Registration notice
Registration conditions:Aged 6-75, in good health, with no history of major diseases
Group formation rules:The group departs with at least 20 people; if the number is not reached, notice will be given 15 days in advance to change the date or refund the fee
Document requirements:In addition to passports, overseas Chinese need to provide a copy of overseas residence proof
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; staff will provide a detailed document list and payment instructions.
VII. Pre-departure tips
Seasonal suitability:From June to July, it is recommended to bring sun protection items and a light jacket; from August to September, prepare a windproof jacket
Cultural etiquette:Shoes must be removed when visiting; long trousers should be worn; consent must be obtained before photographing local residents
Equipment recommendations:Bring a telephoto lens of 200mm or above to photograph wild animals; drones must be reported in advance
This moving journey across 4,000 kilometers is not only a geographical crossing, but also an in-depth dialogue between culture and nature. From the banks of the Huangpu River to the Pamir Plateau, the Yangtze River Delta Star uses 17 days and nights to weave a unique cognitive belt of Chinese geography, allowing every passenger to understand the vastness and inclusiveness of this land amid the moving scenery.
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
