Shanghai to Xinjiang Tourism Train Yangtze River Delta Star Price Registration Channel
How to purchase tickets for the Yangtze River Delta Star Xinjiang Tour Train? The 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Xinjiang Tour Train must be booked through the official travel agency designated by the railway: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service’s Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For the specific booking process, please consult Customer Manager Yang Jia.
🚂 Shanghai departure and return ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tour train:18-day slow tour of Xinjiang, bringing the hotel onto the rails
Want to see snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities all at once without moving luggage and rushing onto buses every day? The newly upgraded 2026 ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tour train, with its ‘travel by day, ride by night, train follows people’ rhythm, offers a new option for travelers who prefer a relaxed trip. This deep tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, departing from Shanghai West Station and lasting about 18 days, not only covers the core landscapes on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains but also ensures a comfortable and reassuring long journey through details like private bathroom compartments, onboard medical staff, and customized meals.
📍 Train starting point and route features
The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tour train departs from Shanghai West Station, travels westward along the Lanzhou-Xinjiang Railway, passes through Tianshui in Gansu, and after entering Xinjiang, connects Korla, Kashgar, Taxkorgan, Yining, Beitun, Burqin, Urumqi, and other places, finally returning to Shanghai. The entire journey uses a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ model—deep exploration during the day, rest on the train at night, with luggage staying in the compartment throughout, eliminating the hassle of frequent hotel changes.
The route design emphasizes landscape diversity and a relaxed pace: it includes the cultural texture of Kashgar’s old city, the earth-wood structures of Tashkurgan residences, the azure waters of Sayram Lake, the rolling green waves of Nalati Grassland, the forest reflections of Kanas Lake, and the ecological panorama of Bayanbulak’s Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns. There’s no backtracking, and ample daily sightseeing time makes it especially suitable for travelers who want to ‘slow down.’
🚂 Shanghai departure and return ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tour train: 18-day slow tour of Xinjiang, bringing the hotel onto the rails🛏 ️ Detailed compartment configuration (2026 latest data)
All compartments are equipped with bathrooms, eliminating the need to use public washing areas, significantly enhancing privacy and convenience. They are specifically divided into the following three types:
Premium Double Room:Accommodates 2 people, total area about 18㎡, equipped with 2×1.5-meter double beds, smart toilet, mini bar, safe, 43-inch smart TV, 270° viewing window.
Elegant Triple Room:Accommodates 3 people, total area about 22㎡, equipped with 3×1.2-meter single beds, separate wet and dry bathroom, sofa seating area, wireless charging devices, fresh air system.
Fun Quad Room:Accommodates 4 people, total area about 26㎡, equipped with 2 sets of bunk beds, bathroom, folding dining table, each bed with 2 USB ports and emergency call button.
The carriages are also equipped with constant temperature air conditioning, fresh air systems, and noise reduction technology, along with a dedicated dining car and multi-functional entertainment carriage (including KTV, chess and cards, coffee bar, reading area), ensuring a relaxed and balanced journey.
Want to see snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities all at once without moving luggage and rushing onto buses every day? The newly upgraded 2026 ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tour train, with its ‘travel by day, ride by night, train follows people’ rhythm, offers a new option for travelers who prefer a relaxed trip. This deep tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, departing from Shanghai West Station and lasting about 18 days, not only covers the core landscapes on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains but also ensures a comfortable and reassuring long journey through details like private bathroom compartments, onboard medical staff, and customized meals.🗓 ️ Simple itinerary reference (first departure on May 19, 2026)
The following is the currently available itinerary arrangement, which can be reasonably modified by mutual agreement:
D1:Gather and board at Shanghai West Station, depart for Tianshui, stay on the train
D2:Arrive in Tianshui, visit Fuxi Temple and Tianshui Ancient City, stay on the train
D3:Continue westward, enjoy the Gobi grassland scenery along the way, stay on the train
D4:Arrive in Korla, check into a local hotel in the evening
📍 Train starting point and route featuresD5:Lop Nur Village → Edge of Taklamakan Desert → Tarim River → Head to Kashgar
D6:Karakul Lake → Stone City → Golden Grassland → Taxkorgan
D7:Home visits with various ethnic groups → White Sand Lake → Return to Kashgar
D8:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque (exterior view), Tashkurgan residences → Take bus to Kuqa
D9:Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon → Duku Highway → Bayanbulak Grassland
D10:Yining → Nalati Grassland
The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tour train departs from Shanghai West Station, travels westward along the Lanzhou-Xinjiang Railway, passes through Tianshui in Gansu, and after entering Xinjiang, connects Korla, Kashgar, Taxkorgan, Yining, Beitun, Burqin, Urumqi, and other places, finally returning to Shanghai. The entire journey uses a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ model—deep exploration during the day, rest on the train at night, with luggage staying in the compartment throughout, eliminating the hassle of frequent hotel changes.D11:Sayram Lake → Beitun
D12:Beitun → Burqin → Hemu
D13:Kanas → Jadengyu
D14:Kazakh home visit → Colorful Beach → Urumqi
Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced, professional, and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tour trains such as the New Orient Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
D15:Tianshan Tianchi one-day tour
The route design emphasizes landscape diversity and a relaxed pace: it includes the cultural texture of Kashgar’s old city, the earth-wood structures of Tashkurgan residences, the azure waters of Sayram Lake, the rolling green waves of Nalati Grassland, the forest reflections of Kanas Lake, and the ecological panorama of Bayanbulak’s Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns. There’s no backtracking, and ample daily sightseeing time makes it especially suitable for travelers who want to ‘slow down.’D16-D17:Return from Urumqi, take the train back to Shanghai
D18:Arrive in Shanghai, end of the trip
💰 Price explanation (2026 reference information)
According to currently available data, the price ranges for different compartment types are as follows (specific details subject to actual consultation and contract):
Fun Quad Room:Upper berth approximately 22,999 RMB/person, lower berth approximately 24,999 RMB/person
Elegant Triple Room:Approximately 39,999 RMB/person
🛏️ Detailed compartment configuration (2026 latest data)Premium Double Room:Approximately 56,888 RMB/person
Other channels show quotes for quad room upper berth 25,999 RMB, lower berth 27,999 RMB, upgraded double room 46,999 RMB, luxury double room 66,999 RMB, etc. Note that prices may fluctuate due to departure dates, availability, and service details; the final cost is subject to the contract signed by both parties.
📞 Booking process
This tour train must be booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The specific process is as follows:
1. Contact the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service and consult Manager Yang Jia;
2. Obtain detailed itinerary documents and cost breakdown;
All compartments are equipped with bathrooms, eliminating the need to use public washing areas, significantly enhancing privacy and convenience. They are specifically divided into the following three types:3. Confirm travel dates, compartment type, and number of people;
4. Submit registration information and sign the travel contract;
5. Pay the relevant fees as agreed and complete the booking.
Contact customer service by phone or WeChat; it is recommended to communicate in advance to confirm current availability and specific arrangements.
🧾 Included and excluded items
Included:Round-trip train sleeper tickets, local transportation as listed in the itinerary, accommodation (train compartments + some hotels), 14 breakfasts + 28 main meals (meal standard approximately 80 RMB/person/meal), guide service, basic health support from onboard medical staff, use of entertainment carriages, etc.
Premium Double Room: Accommodates 2 people, total area about 18㎡, equipped with 2×1.5-meter double beds, smart toilet, mini bar, safe, 43-inch smart TV, 270° viewing window.Excluded:First admission tickets to various attractions, personal expenses, room type coordination fees for single travelers (our agency will try to arrange shared rooms, special cases need separate negotiation), additional expenses due to force majeure factors, etc.
Note:Specific included items are subject to actual consultation and contract.
👥 Suitable audience and reasons for popularity
This tour train is especially suitable for retirees, family travelers, and those who feel uncomfortable with long bus rides. Compared to traditional group tours that require frequent bus changes and daily luggage handling, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ achieves ‘luggage stays put, people get off to play,’ significantly reducing physical exertion.
Its continued popularity stems from: a relaxed pace, meticulous service (e.g., butler per carriage, 24-hour hot water, emergency medical response), strong dietary adaptability (dining car offers multiple flavor options, catering to light needs), and fellow travelers often of similar age or travel preferences, creating a harmonious atmosphere. Additionally, the train arrives near scenic spots, reducing transfer bumps—for example, from Kuqa directly to Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, saving about 1.5 hours of driving.
📌 Warm reminder:Weather, road conditions, and scenic spot opening status involved in the itinerary may be affected by objective factors; the itinerary can be reasonably modified by mutual agreement. All arrangements comply with the ‘Tourism Law’ and relevant regulations to protect the legitimate rights and interests of tourists.
For details, please consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
