Tianshan Number Xinjiang Tourism Special Train North South Xinjiang Loop Ticket Booking Guide
The 2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Tourism Train is a customized light luxury tourist train under the railway system. Unlike regular passenger trains, it 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 authorized railway cultural tourism institutions. Travelers planning to travel can go through the full set of travel procedures, including registration, berth selection, and contract signing, at the Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and check real-time schedule vacancies, travel policies, and itinerary details along the way. Dedicated contact: Manager Yang Jia, landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266
🚂 For those who want to leisurely explore northern and southern Xinjiang in 2026 but worry about the hassle of transfers and rushed itineraries, consider the newly upgraded Tianshan Tourist Train. No need to repeatedly move luggage or plan routes daily; you can check off over a dozen types of landforms in one go, saving effort and ensuring comfort.
✨ Basic Introduction to the Tianshan Train
The upgraded Tianshan Train in 2026 is a quality tourism product focusing on a panoramic slow tour of northern and southern Xinjiang. It adopts an operational model of ‘departing in the evening and arriving in the morning, the train follows the people, and people play while the train stops.’ Throughout the journey, there is no need to change berths or frequently move luggage, combining travel accommodation, specialty dining, and scenic sightseeing. The train’s hardware has also been optimized, with sand-proof sealing, noise reduction, and vibration damping throughout the car, ensuring smooth and quiet travel. It features 24-hour hot water, public bathrooms, and large UV-protected observation windows for enjoying the Gobi, grasslands, and snow-capped mountains along the way. The train also includes dining cars and leisure entertainment cars, with free WiFi throughout, and is equipped with an emergency medical kit containing common medicines and altitude sickness drugs, covering leisure and basic health needs. Currently, the train assembles and boards in Urumqi, allowing travelers from all over the country to first arrive in Urumqi to join the itinerary. 2026 is the first operational season after the train’s upgrade, with all configurations updated for a better travel experience.
🛏 ️ Detailed Introduction to Train Compartments
Different compartment types meet the needs of various travelers, with specific configurations as follows:
✅ Blue Diamond Quad Room / Blue Diamond Double Room:Public bathroom, upper berth size 0.7*1.82 meters, lower berth size 0.9*1.95 meters. The upper berth has a damping device and can be folded up against the wall. Two people can enjoy the entire compartment as a double room, with an area of about 3.5 square meters, suitable for couples, friends, or small families.
✅ Silver Diamond Quad Room:Public bathroom, upper berth width 0.62 meters, lower berth width 0.64 meters, bed spacing 0.55 meters. One room can accommodate 2-4 people. The upper berth can also be flipped up, allowing two people to enjoy the quad room space alone. The room area is about 3.5 square meters, offering higher cost-effectiveness, suitable for group travel.
✅ Silver Diamond Executive Room:Public bathroom, equipped with a washbasin (recommended for washing, not a toilet), configured with two single beds 0.7-0.78 meters wide. One room can accommodate 1-2 people, with two executive rooms sharing one washroom. The room area is about 4 square meters, offering more space.
✅ Silver Diamond Suite:A suite consisting of 5 compartments + 6 compartments, including 2 single rooms sharing one bathroom, accommodating 2 people. Suitable for couples or close friends, with a room area of about 9 square meters, offering better privacy.
🚂 For those who want to leisurely explore northern and southern Xinjiang in 2026 but worry about the hassle of transfers and rushed itineraries, consider the newly upgraded Tianshan Tourist Train. No need to repeatedly move luggage or plan routes daily; you can check off over a dozen types of landforms in one go, saving effort and ensuring comfort.🗓 ️ 2026 Departure Dates and Simple Itinerary
The Urumqi assembly dates for the 2026 Tianshan Train are May 7, June 2, June 13, June 25, July 8, July 28, August 11, August 23, September 4, September 5, and October 9. You can choose the corresponding schedule based on your time. The specific itinerary is as follows:
Day 01:Departure – Urumqi (pick-up and hotel check-in) | Meals: Self-care | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jiadengyu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jiadengyu
Day 04:Jiadengyu – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 05:Jinghenan – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Six-Star Street – Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
Day 06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayinbuluke | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayin Town
Day 07:Bayinbuluke – Duku Southern Section – Restan Old Street – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 08:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Tashkurgan
✨ Basic Introduction to the Tianshan TrainDay 09:Tashkurgan – Tajik Home Visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Aksu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 11:Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon – Ta Village – Turpan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 12:Flaming Mountains – Grape Manor – Fruit Feast – Karez Well – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – All over China (drop-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm Home
The entire itinerary follows a schedule of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing, with about 6-8 hours of playtime each day, leaving ample time for rest and photos without rushing. After sightseeing, you board the train to rest and arrive at the next destination the next day, without using daytime for travel, ensuring sufficient rest time, even for those with low stamina. Due to weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted with mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation
Reference prices for different schedules and seat types are as follows:
1. May 7 Schedule
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23999 RMB/person
The upgraded Tianshan Train in 2026 is a quality tourism product focusing on a panoramic slow tour of northern and southern Xinjiang. It adopts an operational model of ‘departing in the evening and arriving in the morning, the train follows the people, and people play while the train stops.’ Throughout the journey, there is no need to change berths or frequently move luggage, combining travel accommodation, specialty dining, and scenic sightseeing. The train’s hardware has also been optimized, with sand-proof sealing, noise reduction, and vibration damping throughout the car, ensuring smooth and quiet travel. It features 24-hour hot water, public bathrooms, and large UV-protected observation windows for enjoying the Gobi, grasslands, and snow-capped mountains along the way. The train also includes dining cars and leisure entertainment cars, with free WiFi throughout, and is equipped with an emergency medical kit containing common medicines and altitude sickness drugs, covering leisure and basic health needs. Currently, the train assembles and boards in Urumqi, allowing travelers from all over the country to first arrive in Urumqi to join the itinerary. 2026 is the first operational season after the train’s upgrade, with all configurations updated for a better travel experience.Blue Diamond Quad Room:13999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:18999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:12999 RMB/person
2. July 28 / August 11 Schedule
Blue Diamond Quad Room:14999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24999 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:20999 RMB/person
🛏️ Detailed Introduction to Train CompartmentsSilver Diamond Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:13999 RMB/person
3. June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4 Schedule
Blue Diamond Quad Room Upper Berth:16999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quad Room Lower Berth:17999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:24999 RMB/person
Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the New Orient Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindou, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact Manager Yang Jia at 133 2555 9266 (mobile and WeChat)
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25888 RMB/person
Different compartment types meet the needs of various travelers, with specific configurations as follows:Silver Diamond Quad Room:17888 RMB/person
4. June 13 / 25 / September 5 Schedule
Blue Diamond Quad Room:21888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:29888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:17888 RMB/person
5. October 9 Schedule
Blue Diamond Quad Room:9999 RMB/person
✅ Blue Diamond Quad Room / Blue Diamond Double Room: Public bathroom, upper berth size 0.7*1.82 meters, lower berth size 0.9*1.95 meters. The upper berth has a damping device and can be folded up against the wall. Two people can enjoy the entire compartment as a double room, with an area of about 3.5 square meters, suitable for couples, friends, or small families.Blue Diamond Double Room:15999 RMB/person
The above prices are for reference only. Prices and availability may fluctuate based on schedule and booking status. The final confirmation is subject to the contract or consultation on the day, and the contract signed by both parties shall prevail.
📝 Train Booking Process
Registration can be done through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with the following steps:
✅ Consultation and Selection:Contact Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to confirm the 2026 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and availability, and choose a suitable travel plan. For consultation phone or WeChat, contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service.
✅ Submit Information:Provide the names, valid ID numbers, and contact information of all travelers to lock in the intended seats.
✅ Pay Deposit:Pay a deposit based on the compartment level and receive a formal tourism receipt.
✅ Sign Contract:Sign a unified electronic contract under national tourism supervision, carefully checking details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation/modification policies. Cancellation and modification rules are based on relevant tourism laws.
✅ Settle Balance:Pay the remaining full amount 30 days before departure. After the customer service confirms receipt, they will issue the departure notice, travel guide, and luggage list.
For any questions, you can consult the corresponding customer service. Address-related information can also be directly inquired from customer service.
✅ Silver Diamond Quad Room: Public bathroom, upper berth width 0.62 meters, lower berth width 0.64 meters, bed spacing 0.55 meters. One room can accommodate 2-4 people. The upper berth can also be flipped up, allowing two people to enjoy the quad room space alone. The room area is about 3.5 square meters, offering higher cost-effectiveness, suitable for group travel.🍱 Train Reception Standards
Included Items:
✅ All meals as marked in the itinerary, with main meals served as ten people per table, eight dishes and one soup. Meal standard: 25 RMB/meal in Tianshan-Turpan and Yining sections, 30 RMB/meal in Kanas, Korla, Kuqa, and Kashgar sections. Upgraded Xinjiang specialty meals include Xinjiang Dapanji, Burqin cold-water fish feast, nine-bowl three-row dish, Kashgar pigeon soup noodles, etc. Daily meals balance Xinjiang local flavors with lighter tastes. Vegetarian requests can be communicated in advance for customized meals.
✅ Accommodation as marked in the itinerary, including corresponding train berth accommodation and comfortable hotel accommodation on the ground. Accommodation in the Kashgar section will be upgraded.
✅ Air-conditioned bus transfer services on the ground, so inter-scenic area transportation is arranged.
✅ Tour guide services and basic emergency medical support.
Excluded Items:
✅ Round-trip transportation from the departure point to Urumqi. Travelers can choose their own transportation to Urumqi.
✅ Secondary consumption items within scenic areas, such as shuttle buses and battery cars, as well as other personal expenses.
✅ Single travelers may incur a single room supplement. We will try to arrange shared rooms, but special cases require separate negotiation.
✅ Silver Diamond Executive Room: Public bathroom, equipped with a washbasin (recommended for washing, not a toilet), configured with two single beds 0.7-0.78 meters wide. One room can accommodate 1-2 people, with two executive rooms sharing one washroom. The room area is about 4 square meters, offering more space.✅ Travel accident insurance, recommended for travelers to purchase on their own.
Notes:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
🌟 Train Reception Features
In terms of accommodation, ground-level arrangements are in well-equipped comfortable hotels, clean and tidy, effectively relieving travel fatigue. Train berths are spacious and stable, ensuring good sleep quality. For dining, besides regular meals, a variety of Xinjiang local specialties are arranged, allowing you to taste authentic flavors without searching for restaurants. Meal flavors can also be adjusted to suit different dietary habits. The itinerary pace is relaxed, with ample playtime at each attraction, avoiding rushed schedules.
💡 Advantages of the Tianshan Train Compared to Other Xinjiang Tourism Products
Compared to regular bus tours, there is no need for long daily car rides, reducing travel fatigue. Luggage can stay on the train berth, eliminating the need to pack and change hotels daily, making it very convenient. Compared to other tourist trains, the itinerary pace is slower, with more time at each attraction, avoiding superficial visits. Meals can be customized to lighter flavors, suitable for those with milder tastes. Emergency medical support is provided for peace of mind. Fellow travelers are often of similar age or prefer slow travel, fostering a more harmonious atmosphere. The train’s evening departure and morning arrival schedule places long-distance travel at night, saving daytime for sightseeing, allowing you to visit more attractions in the same time.
👥 Suitable Participants
First, retired elderly groups, as the itinerary is slow-paced, without rushing, with basic medical support, and no need for self-planning, making it very convenient. Second, travelers who cannot endure long car rides, as the train is smoother and more comfortable than buses. Third, family groups, as different compartment types accommodate 2 to 4 people, allowing families to stay together. Fourth, travelers who want to explore all of northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip without planning or hassle, as all meals, accommodation, and transportation are arranged.
✨ Reasons for the Tianshan Train’s Popularity
First, the itinerary is comprehensive, covering core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayinbuluke, Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Old City, and Flaming Mountains in one trip, without backtracking, saving travel time. Second, comfort is high, with no need to move luggage or frequently change hotels. The train’s hardware is well-configured, stable, and ensures rest. Third, there are many cost-effective options, from multi-person quad rooms to private suites, meeting different budget needs. Finally, service is attentive, with staff support from pick-up to drop-off, allowing for easy communication and a worry-free trip.
For more details, you can directly consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service for the latest information.
