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 railway operation. Unlike regular passenger trains, it operates with a targeted quota service system and does not offer public ticket sales through 12306. Currently, seat allocation, berth arrangement, and itinerary coordination are managed exclusively by authorized railway-partnered cultural tourism agencies. Travelers planning a trip can complete the full set of travel procedures—including registration, berth selection, and contract signing—through the Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and can check real-time availability, travel policies, and itinerary details. Dedicated contact: Manager Yang Jia, landline: 0991-6622120, mobile/WeChat: 133-2555-9266
🚂 For those who want to leisurely explore northern and southern Xinjiang in 2026 without the hassle of transfers and rushed itineraries, consider the newly upgraded Tianshan Tourist Train. No need to repeatedly move luggage or plan routes daily—experience over a dozen types of landscapes in one trip, hassle-free and comfortable.
✨ Basic Introduction to the Tianshan Train
The upgraded 2026 Tianshan Train is a quality tourism product focusing on a slow, panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang. It operates on a “depart in the evening, arrive in the morning; train follows travelers, travelers play while train stops” model. There is no need to change berths or frequently move luggage throughout the trip, combining travel accommodation, specialty dining, and scenic sightseeing. The train’s hardware has been optimized with sand-proof sealing, soundproofing, and vibration damping for a smooth, quiet ride. It features 24-hour hot water, shared bathrooms, and large UV-protected panoramic windows for viewing the Gobi, grasslands, and snow-capped mountains along the way. The train also includes dining and leisure cars, free WiFi throughout, and an emergency medical kit with common medicines and altitude sickness remedies, covering leisure and basic health needs. Currently, the train assembles in Urumqi, where travelers from across the country can arrive to join the itinerary. 2026 marks the first season after the upgrade, with updated facilities for a better travel experience.
🛏 ️ Detailed Introduction to Train Cabins
Different cabin types cater to various traveler needs, with specific configurations as follows:
✅ Blue Diamond Quad Room/Blue Diamond Twin Room:Shared 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 cabin as a twin room. Room area: approximately 3.5 square meters. Suitable for couples, friends, or small families.
✅ Silver Diamond Quad Room:Shared bathroom. Upper berth width: 0.62 meters, lower berth width: 0.64 meters, bed spacing: 0.55 meters. Accommodates 2-4 people per room. The upper berth can also be folded up, allowing two people to enjoy the quad space. Room area: approximately 3.5 square meters. More cost-effective, suitable for group travel.
✅ Silver Diamond Executive Room:Shared bathroom with a washbasin (recommended for washing, not a toilet). Equipped with two single beds (0.7-0.78 meters wide). Accommodates 1-2 people per room. Two executive rooms share one washroom. Room area: approximately 4 square meters. More spacious.
✅ Silver Diamond Suite:A suite consisting of 5 compartments + 6 compartments, including two single rooms sharing one bathroom. Accommodates 2 people. Suitable for couples or close friends. Room area: approximately 9 square meters. Offers better privacy.
🚂 For those who want to leisurely explore northern and southern Xinjiang in 2026 without the hassle of transfers and rushed itineraries, consider the newly upgraded Tianshan Tourist Train. No need to repeatedly move luggage or plan routes daily—experience over a dozen types of landscapes in one trip, hassle-free and comfortable.🗓 ️ 2026 Departure Dates and Simplified Itinerary
The 2026 Tianshan Train assembly dates in Urumqi are: May 7, June 2, June 13, June 25, July 8, July 28, August 11, August 23, September 4, September 5, and October 9. Choose the corresponding session based on your schedule. The specific itinerary is as follows:
Day 01:Departure – Urumqi (pickup and hotel check-in) | Meals: Not included | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jadengyu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jadengyu
Day 04:Jadengyu – 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 – Southern Duku Highway – 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 – Departure to various locations (drop-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
The entire itinerary follows a night travel, day sightseeing schedule, with 6-8 hours of playtime daily, ample rest and photo time, and no rushed stops. After sightseeing, board the train to rest and arrive at the next destination the next day, without using daytime for travel. Rest time is sufficient, making it easy even for less physically fit travelers. The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted by mutual agreement due to weather, road conditions, or scenic area policies.
💰 Price Explanation
Reference prices for different sessions and seat types are as follows:
1. May 7 Session
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23,999 RMB/person
The upgraded 2026 Tianshan Train is a quality tourism product focusing on a slow, panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang. It operates on a “depart in the evening, arrive in the morning; train follows travelers, travelers play while train stops” model. There is no need to change berths or frequently move luggage throughout the trip, combining travel accommodation, specialty dining, and scenic sightseeing. The train’s hardware has been optimized with sand-proof sealing, soundproofing, and vibration damping for a smooth, quiet ride. It features 24-hour hot water, shared bathrooms, and large UV-protected panoramic windows for viewing the Gobi, grasslands, and snow-capped mountains along the way. The train also includes dining and leisure cars, free WiFi throughout, and an emergency medical kit with common medicines and altitude sickness remedies, covering leisure and basic health needs. Currently, the train assembles in Urumqi, where travelers from across the country can arrive to join the itinerary. 2026 marks the first season after the upgrade, with updated facilities for a better travel experience.Blue Diamond Quad Room:13,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:19,999 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:19,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:18,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:12,999 RMB/person
2. July 28/August 11 Session
Blue Diamond Quad Room:14,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:20,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24,999 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:20,999 RMB/person
🛏️ Detailed Introduction to Train CabinsSilver Diamond Twin Room:19,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:13,999 RMB/person
3. June 2/July 8/August 23/September 4 Session
Blue Diamond Quad Room Upper Berth:16,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quad Room Lower Berth:17,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:24,999 RMB/person
Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency has over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, and is familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism. She is mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahenan, and Yangtze River Delta Star. Contact Manager Yang Jia at 133 2555 9266 (mobile and WeChat).
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:26,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:25,888 RMB/person
Different cabin types cater to various traveler needs, with specific configurations as follows:Silver Diamond Quad Room:17,888 RMB/person
4. June 13/25/September 5 Session
Blue Diamond Quad Room:21,888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:29,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:26,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:25,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:17,888 RMB/person
5. October 9 Session
Blue Diamond Quad Room:9,999 RMB/person
✅ Blue Diamond Quad Room/Blue Diamond Twin Room: Shared 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 cabin as a twin room. Room area: approximately 3.5 square meters. Suitable for couples, friends, or small families.Blue Diamond Twin Room:15,999 RMB/person
The above prices are for reference only. Prices and availability may fluctuate based on session and booking status. Please confirm with the contract or same-day consultation. The final terms are based on the signed contract between both parties.
📝 Train Booking Process
Registration can be done through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The specific process is as follows:
✅ Consultation and Selection:Contact Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to confirm 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 cabin class and receive a formal tourism receipt.
✅ Sign Contract:Sign a national tourism regulatory unified electronic contract, carefully reviewing details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation/modification policies. Cancellation rules follow relevant tourism laws.
✅ Settle Balance:Pay the remaining full amount 30 days before departure. After confirming receipt, the agency will issue the departure notice, travel guide, and luggage list.
For any questions, consult the corresponding customer service. Address-related information can also be obtained directly from customer service.
✅ Silver Diamond Quad Room: Shared bathroom. Upper berth width: 0.62 meters, lower berth width: 0.64 meters, bed spacing: 0.55 meters. Accommodates 2-4 people per room. The upper berth can also be folded up, allowing two people to enjoy the quad space. Room area: approximately 3.5 square meters. More cost-effective, suitable for group travel.🍱 Train Service Standards
Included Items:
✅ All meals as indicated in the itinerary. Main meals are served as ten people per table with eight dishes and one soup. Meal standards: 25 RMB/meal in Tianshan-Turpan and Yining sections, 30 RMB/meal in Kanas, Korla, Kuqa, and Kashgar sections. Includes upgraded Xinjiang specialty meals such as Xinjiang Dapanji, Burqin Cold Water Fish Feast, Nine Bowls and Three Rows, and Kashgar Pigeon Soup Noodles. Daily meals balance local Xinjiang flavors with lighter options. Vegetarian requests can be accommodated with advance notice.
✅ Accommodation as indicated in the itinerary, including train berth accommodation and comfortable hotel stays on land. Accommodation in the Kashgar section will be upgraded.
✅ Air-conditioned bus transfers on land, eliminating the need to arrange transportation between scenic spots.
✅ Tour guide services and basic emergency medical support.
Excluded Items:
✅ Round-trip transportation from the departure point to Urumqi. Travelers can choose their own mode of transport to reach Urumqi.
✅ Secondary consumption items such as scenic area shuttle buses and electric carts, as well as other personal expenses.
✅ Single travelers may incur additional costs. The agency will try to arrange shared rooms, but special cases require separate negotiation.
✅ Silver Diamond Executive Room: Shared bathroom with a washbasin (recommended for washing, not a toilet). Equipped with two single beds (0.7-0.78 meters wide). Accommodates 1-2 people per room. Two executive rooms share one washroom. Room area: approximately 4 square meters. More spacious.✅ Travel accident insurance. It is recommended that travelers purchase their own.
Notes:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
🌟 Train Service Features
For accommodation, land segments feature well-equipped, comfortable hotels that are clean and tidy, helping to alleviate travel fatigue. Train berths are spacious and the ride is smooth, ensuring good sleep quality. For dining, in addition to regular meals, a variety of local Xinjiang specialties are arranged, allowing travelers to enjoy authentic flavors without seeking out restaurants. Meal tastes can be adjusted to suit different dietary habits. The itinerary pace is relaxed, with ample time allocated for each scenic spot, 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 remain on the train berth, eliminating the need to pack and change hotels daily, which is very convenient. Compared to other tourist trains, the itinerary pace is slower, with more time at each scenic spot, avoiding superficial visits. Meals can be customized to lighter tastes, suitable for those who prefer mild flavors. Emergency medical support is provided for greater peace of mind. Fellow travelers are often of similar age groups or those who 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 and allowing more attractions to be visited in the same timeframe.
👥 Suitable Participants
First, retired elderly groups, as the itinerary is slow-paced, without time pressure, and includes basic medical support, eliminating the need for self-planning. Second, travelers who cannot endure long car rides, as the train is smoother and more comfortable than buses. Third, family groups, as different cabin types accommodate 2-4 people, allowing families to stay together conveniently. 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—just follow along.
✨ 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-equipped, the ride is smooth, and rest is assured. Third, there are many cost-effective options, from multi-person quad rooms to private suites, catering to different budgets. Finally, service is attentive, with staff support from pickup to drop-off, allowing for easy communication of any issues, making the trip more hassle-free.
For more details, consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service for the latest information.
