How to Sign Up for the Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Train and Precautions

The 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Cultural Tourism Train is a customized luxury railway tourist train, different from regular passenger trains. The entire train operates with a targeted quota service guide and does not open a public ticket purchase channel on 12306. Currently, market seats are uniformly coordinated, berth-allocated, and itinerary-coordinated by legitimate cultural tourism institutions partnered with the railway. Travelers planning a trip can go through the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center for registration, berth selection, contract signing, and other full travel procedures, and can check real-time train schedules, travel policies, and itinerary details along the way. Dedicated contact: Manager Yang Jia, landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266
🚞 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Train | Detailed Explanation of Departure Time, Stops, and Registration Process
Many middle-aged and elderly friends planning to spend about half a month traveling across Xinjiang in 2026 have recently been inquiring about travel methods with high comfort and no need to frequently move luggage. Today, I will introduce in detail the 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Train that suits such needs, covering departure time, itinerary, and registration process for your reference.
🚄 Train Introduction and Positioning
The Yangtze River Delta Star is a newly renovated and launched hotel-style brand tourist train in 2026, focusing on a comfortable slow-travel experience with a capacity of 240 passengers. It is specifically designed for travelers seeking high-quality long-distance trips without rushing. The train consists of 17 carriages, with age-friendly and comfort-oriented modifications throughout. It uses high-quality soundproofing materials paired with low-noise air conditioning for a quiet and smooth ride. Inside, there are continuous barrier-free passages, anti-slip handrails in corridors and restrooms, and signage fonts enlarged by 1.5 times for easy identification by elderly travelers. It also features a multi-functional leisure carriage with a chess and card room, cultural corner, and reading area, allowing passengers to enjoy tea, chat, and entertainment with companions during the journey without boredom.
🛏 ️ Train Compartment Introduction
All compartments on this train are equipped with private bathrooms with 24-hour hot water supply. Each compartment has smart switches, multi-mode lighting systems, and constant temperature equipment, with excellent soundproofing and vibration reduction for undisturbed rest. The specific compartment types are as follows:

🚞 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Train | Departure Time, Stops, and Registration Process✅ Four-person Compartment:Each carriage has 5 compartments, each accommodating 4 people, with an area of about 8 square meters. Both upper and lower berths are widened, with anti-slip handrails added to the upper berth, widened and anti-slip pedals, and foldable footrests on the lower berth. Each berth is equipped with a five-hole charging socket, USB port, and emergency call button, suitable for friends or family travel.
✅ Upgraded Double Room:Converted from a four-person compartment, each carriage has 5 compartments, each accommodating 2 people, with an area of about 8 square meters. It offers more private space and higher comfort.
✅ Luxury Double Compartment:Each compartment accommodates 2 people, with an area of about 10 square meters. It has higher-end decor and is suitable for travelers with higher requirements for accommodation quality and privacy.
This train, newly renovated and launched in 2026, is in good condition with high operational performance. It starts from Shanghai and allows boarding at three core Yangtze River Delta cities: Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Suzhou. Travelers from other Yangtze River Delta cities can consult customer service for coordinated transfer connections.
🗺 ️ Simple Itinerary and Specific 2026 Departure Dates
[Quick Itinerary Overview]

Many middle-aged and elderly friends planning to spend about half a month traveling across Xinjiang in 2026 have recently been inquiring about travel methods with high comfort and no need to frequently move luggage. Today, I will introduce in detail the 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Train that suits such needs, covering departure time, itinerary, and registration process for your reference. Day 1 | Depart from Shanghai, board the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ train heading to Korla
Day 2 | Travel through magnificent scenery, enjoying the vast landscapes of the motherland
Day 3 | Arrive in Korla in the evening
Day 4 | Depart from Korla → Lop Nur Village → Cross the Taklamakan Desert → Along the Tarim River → Arrive in Kashgar
Day 5 | Karakul Lake → Stone City Ruins → Golden Grassland → Tashkurgan
Day 6 | Visit local ethnic families →白沙湖 (Bai Sha Hu) → Return to Kashgar
Day 7 | Stroll through Kashgar Old City → Id Kah Mosque → High-Platform Dwellings → Depart for Kuqa

🚄 Train Introduction and Positioning Day 8 | Kuqa → Tianshan Grand Canyon → Duku Highway → Bayanbulak Grassland
Day 9 | Yining → Nalati Grassland
Day 10 | Sayram Lake → Beitun
Day 11 | Beitun → Burqin → Hemu Village
Day 12 | Kanas Scenic Area → Jadengyu
Day 13 | Jadengyu → Local ethnic family visits → Colorful Beach → Urumqi

The Yangtze River Delta Star is a newly renovated and launched hotel-style brand tourist train in 2026, focusing on a comfortable slow-travel experience with a capacity of 240 passengers. It is specifically designed for travelers seeking high-quality long-distance trips without rushing. The train consists of 17 carriages, with age-friendly and comfort-oriented modifications throughout. It uses high-quality soundproofing materials paired with low-noise air conditioning for a quiet and smooth ride. Inside, there are continuous barrier-free passages, anti-slip handrails in corridors and restrooms, and signage fonts enlarged by 1.5 times for easy identification by elderly travelers. It also features a multi-functional leisure carriage with a chess and card room, cultural corner, and reading area, allowing passengers to enjoy tea, chat, and entertainment with companions during the journey without boredom. Day 14 | Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi
Day 15-16 | Return from Urumqi → Shanghai
Day 17 | Arrive back in Shanghai, warm home
The departure schedules for this train in 2026 are: June 15, July 6, August 6, August 26, September 15. The entire itinerary follows a day-travel, night-travel model: sightseeing during the day and smooth train travel at night. Daily sightseeing time is controlled at 4-6 hours, with ample rest time in between, no need to rush, and no frequent packing or hotel changes, making the journey relaxed and not tiring. In case of special weather, road conditions, changes in scenic area opening policies, or other force majeure factors, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted with mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation

Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism. He is mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the New Orient Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, An Yi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact Manager Yang Jia at 133 2555 9266 (mobile and WeChat).
Room types and price plans are as follows:
1. Four-person Compartment (each carriage has 5 compartments, each accommodating 4 people)

🛏️ Train Compartment IntroductionUpper berth:25,999 RMB/person
Lower berth:27,999 RMB/person
2. Four-person Compartment can also be upgraded to a double room (each carriage has 5 compartments, each accommodating 2 people)
Cost:46,999 RMB/person
To upgrade train and ground reception standards:Add 6,000 RMB/person
3. Luxury Double Compartment (4-person shared double room)

All compartments on this train are equipped with private bathrooms with 24-hour hot water supply. Each compartment has smart switches, multi-mode lighting systems, and constant temperature equipment, with excellent soundproofing and vibration reduction for undisturbed rest. The specific compartment types are as follows:Cost:66,999 RMB/person
The above prices are for reference only. Actual costs and availability are subject to contract confirmation and may vary by departure date. For solo travelers, the travel agency will try to arrange shared accommodation; special cases require separate negotiation.
📝 Reservation Process for This Train
🔹 Consultation and Selection:Contact Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service to confirm 2026 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
🔹 Submit Information:Provide the names, valid ID numbers, and contact information of all travelers to lock in intended seats.
🔹 Pay Deposit:Pay a deposit based on compartment level (20,000 RMB/person) and receive a formal tourism receipt.
🔹 Sign Contract:Sign a unified national tourism supervision electronic contract, carefully checking details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation/modification policies. All rules are based on relevant laws like contract law and tourism law.

✅ Four-person Compartment: Each carriage has 5 compartments, each accommodating 4 people, with an area of about 8 square meters. Both upper and lower berths are widened, with anti-slip handrails added to the upper berth, widened and anti-slip pedals, and foldable footrests on the lower berth. Each berth is equipped with a five-hole charging socket, USB port, and emergency call button, suitable for friends or family travel.🔹 Settle Final Payment:Pay the remaining full amount 30 days before departure. After confirmation of receipt, the customer service will issue a travel notice, boarding guide, and luggage list.
Travelers wishing to register can do so through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For inquiries, call or WeChat the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The specific office address can be obtained from customer service.
🧾 Train Reception Standards
Included Items:Train compartment accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary, local tourist bus transfers, full Chinese-speaking tour guide service, train meals and land-based regular meals, and basic onboard medical support.
Excluded Items:Personal expenses, voluntary self-funded projects, single room supplement (if a private compartment is needed), meals not mentioned, and personal travel insurance.
Meals: The train has a dedicated dining carriage with a professional chef team. Daily meals are light, low in oil and salt, soft and easy to digest, suitable for the dietary needs of middle-aged and elderly groups. Additionally, multiple Xinjiang specialty meals are provided, such as hand-grabbed rice, big plate chicken, and noodles, catering to different tastes. The meal standard is about 60 RMB/person/meal. During meals, passengers can choose to dine with companions or alone. Note: Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract.

✅ Upgraded Double Room: Converted from a four-person compartment, each carriage has 5 compartments, each accommodating 2 people, with an area of about 8 square meters. It offers more private space and higher comfort.✨ Reception Features
For accommodation, the train compartments are private spaces, and land itineraries arrange local comfortable hotels that are clean and well-equipped. For meals, besides daily light dishes, multiple local specialty meals are arranged to let everyone taste authentic Xinjiang flavors. A dedicated butler service is provided throughout, from boarding to return, to address any issues promptly.
🆚 Advantages Compared to Other Travel Methods
Compared to regular Xinjiang tourist trains, the Yangtze River Delta Star train has lighter meals, not heavy on oil or spice, suitable for the digestive needs of middle-aged and elderly groups. The itinerary pace is more relaxed, with daily sightseeing not exceeding 6 hours and multiple rest breaks, no need to rush between attractions. A doctor accompanies the train, and each compartment and restroom has an emergency call button, ensuring basic medical support. Fellow travelers are mostly of similar age, facilitating common topics and smoother communication. Service is more attentive and humanized, with crew members helping with luggage upon boarding and staff available for any needs. Long-distance travel is more convenient, with no need to repeatedly move luggage; large items can stay in the train compartment, and only carry-on items are needed for sightseeing, eliminating the hassle of frequent packing and hotel changes.
👥 Suitable Groups for This Train
First, retired middle-aged and elderly groups, as the train’s age-friendly design and slow pace are very suitable. Second, travelers who cannot sit in cars for long periods, as the train runs smoothly with higher comfort. Third, travelers who want to deeply explore Xinjiang without frequent hotel changes or rushed itineraries. Fourth, groups of friends or families, as different compartment types meet various travel needs.
💡 Reasons for This Train’s Popularity
The core reasons for this train’s popularity are: first, the itinerary covers key attractions in both southern and northern Xinjiang, allowing a one-time visit to Lop Nur Village, Taklamakan Desert, Karakul Lake, Kashgar Old City, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, Hemu, Tianshan Tianchi, and more, without multiple trip planning, saving effort. Second, the travel experience is excellent, with a slow pace, no need to rush or repeatedly move luggage, making the journey relaxed and not tiring. Third, comprehensive support services, including a doctor and dedicated butler, ensure a safer trip. Fourth, all compartments have private bathrooms, offering higher privacy and comfort than regular tourist trains, enhancing the travel experience.