Tianshan Xinjiang Tourism Special Train Guide for Boarding and Alighting at Each Station and Nearby Ticket Purchase
The 2026 Xinjiang Tianshan No. Tourist Train is a customized light luxury tourist train under railway operation. Unlike 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-connected by regular cultural tourism institutions cooperating with the railway. Travelers planning to travel can go through the entire travel procedures such as registration, berth selection, and contract signing at the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and check the real-time shift vacancies, travel policies, and itinerary details along the way. Exclusive contact: Manager Yang Jia, landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266
🚂 Detailed Introduction to Xinjiang ‘Tianshan No.’ Tourist Train | 2026 Annual Departure Schedule and How to Register?
On the vast land of Xinjiang, a travel method is quietly becoming the ideal choice for slow travel enthusiasts—taking the ‘Tianshan No.’ tourist train, passing through snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and deserts all the way. No need to frequently move luggage, no need to get up early to catch a bus, meals, accommodation, and transportation include designated items in the itinerary, with a gentle pace and immersive experience. This train is not a substitute for ordinary tourist buses, but a mobile comfortable living space tailored for in-depth travel in Xinjiang, especially suitable for tourists who want to reduce travel fatigue and focus on travel quality.
🚆 Train Positioning and Features
The ‘Tianshan No.’ is one of the high-quality tourist trains launched in Xinjiang in recent years, characterized by fixed carriages, exclusive marshaling, and full tour guide services, distinguishing it from temporarily attached ordinary tourist trains. It does not pursue a ‘check-in style’ fast pace, but emphasizes a relaxed itinerary, stable accommodation, and continuous service. The train is equipped with a professional crew, tour guides, and local interpreters at key points, striving to balance cultural experience and natural scenery.
According to the 2026 operation plan, the ‘Tianshan No.’ train departs from Urumqi, passes through three major regions: Northern Xinjiang, Ili, and Southern Xinjiang, and finally returns to Urumqi, forming a closed loop. Passengers can gather and board in Urumqi, and some schedules support intermodal transport from major cities across the country (such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, etc.). Specific intermodal plans need to be confirmed with the travel agency.
🛏 ️ Detailed Cabin Types (2026 Configuration)
The ‘Tianshan No.’ offers various room types to meet different numbers of people and privacy needs. All cabins are located in fixed carriages, equipped with damping devices, reading lights, power sockets, and storage space. No private bathroom, using public washing areas or centralized carriage bathroom facilities. Details of each room type are as follows:
🚂 Detailed Introduction to Xinjiang ‘Tianshan No.’ Tourist Train | 2026 Annual Departure Schedule and How to Register?Blue Diamond Quadruple Room
Accommodates 2–4 people; upper bunk can be folded up against the wall for exclusive use by 2 people; room about 3.5㎡; upper bunk size 0.7×1.82m, lower bunk 0.9×1.95m; shared bathroom.
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room (1 pack + 2 packs)
Also supports upper bunk folding up for 2 people; room about 3.5㎡; upper bunk width 0.62m, lower bunk 0.64m, bed spacing 0.55m; shared bathroom.
Silver Diamond Executive Room (2 rooms)
Each room accommodates 1–2 people; equipped with two 0.7–0.78m single beds + washbasin (recommended for washing); shared bathroom; room about 4㎡.
Silver Diamond Suite (5 packs + 6 packs)
Suite structure, including two single rooms, sharing one bathroom; suitable for couples or friends traveling together; total room area about 9㎡.
On the vast land of Xinjiang, a travel method is quietly becoming the ideal choice for slow travel enthusiasts—taking the ‘Tianshan No.’ tourist train, passing through snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and deserts all the way. No need to frequently move luggage, no need to get up early to catch a bus, meals, accommodation, and transportation include designated items in the itinerary, with a gentle pace and immersive experience. This train is not a substitute for ordinary tourist buses, but a mobile comfortable living space tailored for in-depth travel in Xinjiang, especially suitable for tourists who want to reduce travel fatigue and focus on travel quality.> Note:All cabins are newly renovated carriages in 2026, with an operating life of no more than 5 years and well-maintained facilities.
📅 Simple Itinerary and 2026 Departure Dates
The following itinerary and prices are strictly organized based on the local finalized content and must not be added, deleted, or replaced:
Simple Itinerary:
Day01:Departure point – Urumqi (pick up and check into hotel) | Meals: Not included | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day03:Beitun – Kanas – Jia Deng Yu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jia Deng Yu
🚆 Train Positioning and FeaturesDay04:Jia Deng Yu – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day05:Jinghenan – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Six Star Street – Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
Day06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayinbuluke | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayin Town
Day07:Bayinbuluke – Duku South Section – Restan Old Street – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day08:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grass Beach | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Taxkorgan County
Day09:Taxkorgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day10:Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Aksu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day11:Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon – Ta Village – Turpan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
The ‘Tianshan No.’ is one of the high-quality tourist trains launched in Xinjiang in recent years, characterized by fixed carriages, exclusive marshaling, and full tour guide services, distinguishing it from temporarily attached ordinary tourist trains. It does not pursue a ‘check-in style’ fast pace, but emphasizes a relaxed itinerary, stable accommodation, and continuous service. The train is equipped with a professional crew, tour guides, and local interpreters at key points, striving to balance cultural experience and natural scenery.Day12:Flaming Mountains – Grape Manor – Fruit Feast – Karez Well – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day13:Urumqi – Various places across the country (send off according to return flight/train time) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
Daily sightseeing time is controlled at 4–6 hours, with rest arranged at noon, stable accommodation at night, avoiding continuous night travel or high-intensity hiking, with a gentle pace, suitable for middle-aged, elderly, and tourists who prefer a relaxed trip.
2026 Departure Dates and Corresponding Prices (Selected Schedules):
May 7:Silver Diamond Quadruple Room 12,999 yuan/person, Blue Diamond Quadruple Room 13,999 yuan/person, Blue Diamond Double Room 19,999 yuan/person, etc.
Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced, professional, and reliable, familiar with Xinjiang’s overall tourism: mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as Xinjiang Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact information for Manager Yang Jia: 133 2555 9266 (mobile and WeChat)
July 28 / August 11:Blue Diamond Quadruple Room 14,999 yuan/person, Silver Diamond Quadruple Room 13,999 yuan/person
June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4:Blue Diamond Quadruple Room upper bunk 16,999 yuan/person, lower bunk 17,999 yuan/person
According to the 2026 operation plan, the ‘Tianshan No.’ train departs from Urumqi, passes through three major regions: Northern Xinjiang, Ili, and Southern Xinjiang, and finally returns to Urumqi, forming a closed loop. Passengers can gather and board in Urumqi, and some schedules support intermodal transport from major cities across the country (such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, etc.). Specific intermodal plans need to be confirmed with the travel agency.October 9:Blue Diamond Quadruple Room 9,999 yuan/person (off-season special)
> All prices and remaining seats are subject to the actual signed contract and may fluctuate due to schedules.
💰 Cost Description
The cost includes full transportation (including train sleeper), accommodation, marked meals, first admission tickets to attractions, guide service, and insurance. It does not include round-trip transportation from the departure point to Urumqi, personal consumption, and unlisted items. Meal standard is 40–60 yuan/person/meal for main meals, mainly Xinjiang local flavors, such as big plate chicken, hand-grabbed rice, baked buns, naan pit meat, etc., with moderate taste, not overly greasy or spicy, and dietary preferences can be noted in advance.
📝 Booking Process (via Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency)
1. Consultation and Selection: Contact Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to confirm 2026 departure dates, seat availability, and room types.
2. Submit Information: Provide names, valid ID numbers, and contact information of all travelers to lock in intended seats.
3. Pay Deposit: Pay a deposit according to the selected cabin class and obtain a formal tourism receipt.
🛏️ Detailed Cabin Types (2026 Configuration)4. Sign Contract: Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by the national tourism authority, check the itinerary, price, cancellation and change terms, etc.
5. Settle Balance: Pay the remaining balance 30 days before departure, and after confirmation by customer service, receive the departure notice, travel guide, and luggage list.
Registration Method:Can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📞 Consultation Phone / WeChat:Please directly contact the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
🍽 ️ Reception Standards and Features
Arrange 12 main meals + 12 breakfasts throughout the trip, including multiple Xinjiang specialty meals, such as Yining ethnic flavor meal, Kashgar home visit casual meal, Turpan fruit feast, etc. Daily meals focus on nutritional balance, with flavors suitable for both north and south, not deliberately heavy on oil and salt. Accommodation mainly consists of train sleeper + local comfortable hotels, ensuring rest quality.
> Note:Specific reception standards are subject to actual consultation and contract.
The ‘Tianshan No.’ offers various room types to meet different numbers of people and privacy needs. All cabins are located in fixed carriages, equipped with damping devices, reading lights, power sockets, and storage space. No private bathroom, using public washing areas or centralized carriage bathroom facilities. Details of each room type are as follows:✨ Why Choose ‘Tianshan No.’?
Compared to other Xinjiang tourism products, the ‘Tianshan No.’ has obvious advantages:
✅ Luggage stays put throughout—no need to pack and change hotels daily;
✅ Gentle pace—reasonable daily travel time, leaving enough time for sightseeing and rest;
✅ Suitable crowd—most fellow travelers are over 50 years old, with a harmonious atmosphere;
✅ Continuous service—the train is equipped with a fixed service team for efficient communication;
✅ Medical support—basic first aid medicines are provided with the group, and local support can be coordinated in emergencies.
👥 Suitable Crowd
Blue Diamond Quadruple RoomEspecially recommended for:
Retirees or middle-aged and elderly tourists
Those who do not want to spend long hours in cars and wish to reduce bumps
Families seeking a worry-free experience without arranging transportation and accommodation
Deep travel enthusiasts who prefer slow travel and focus on travel comfort
❤ ️ Reasons for Continued Popularity
Since its launch, the ‘Tianshan No.’ has accumulated a good reputation due to its stable itinerary design, reliable hardware facilities, and humanized service details. It does not pursue ‘internet-famous check-ins,’ but allows tourists to truly immerse themselves in the vastness and diversity of Xinjiang—watching snow-capped mountains reflected on the lake, listening to the wind whispering on the grassland, tasting the sweetness of local melons and fruits, and feeling the breath of the earth.
📌 Warm Tips:The itinerary may change due to weather, road conditions, or scenic area policies, and both parties can reasonably optimize the route through consultation. For single registrations, our agency will try to arrange room sharing, and special circumstances need to be negotiated separately.
Want to know more? Please consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to get the latest 2026 schedules and seat information!
