Xinjiang Tianshan Tourist Train Silver Diamond Double Room Upgrade Fee Explanation
How to purchase tickets for the Xinjiang Tianshan Tourism Train? For the 2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Tourism Train, tickets must be booked through the railway-certified travel agency: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s Tianshan Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚂 For those planning a deep tour of Xinjiang in 2026, many are looking for travel options that avoid rushing and repeated luggage handling. The Tianshan Tourism Train, as the comfortable tourism train promoted by Xinjiang Railway in 2026, is recommended to run 11 trips throughout the year, perfectly meeting the needs of a one-stop tour of northern and southern Xinjiang.
Basic Introduction and Route Features
The Tianshan Train’s starting assembly point is Urumqi. The route covers snow-capped mountains, lakes, and grasslands in northern Xinjiang, as well as culture, plateaus, and canyons in southern Xinjiang, including a section of the southern Duku Highway. There’s no need to backtrack, and the 13-day itinerary covers core attractions that would typically take over 20 days on a regular group tour. The train operates on a ‘travel by day, rest by night’ model: tourists rest in sleeper berths while the train moves at night, and upon arriving at stations during the day, they head directly to scenic spots, avoiding wasted daytime travel. The average effective sightseeing time is 8-10 hours per day, offering higher efficiency than regular group tours.
The train’s service configuration is also very thoughtful. It includes onboard medical staff throughout the journey to handle any sudden health issues. Meals are prepared with less oil and salt, catering to the dietary needs of tourists of all ages. Main meals consist of 8 dishes, 1 soup, and a staple food, including local specialties like Dapanji (big plate chicken), Burqin cold-water fish feast, and Yining welcome banquet. The train carriages feature soundproof design with star-grade bedding, ensuring a smooth ride and better rest. There are also leisure activity carriages where tourists can enjoy chess, cards, KTV, and other entertainment during free time, making the journey enjoyable.
Introduction to Train Carriage Compartments
🔹 Blue Diamond Quadruple Room / Blue Diamond Double Room:Equipped with shared bathroom facilities. Upper berth size: 0.7*1.82m, lower berth size: 0.9*1.95m. Berths have damping devices and can be folded up against the wall, allowing two people to enjoy a quadruple room. Room area: approximately 3.5 square meters.
🔹 Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:The upper berths in 1+2 compartments can be folded up, also supporting two people enjoying a quadruple room. Equipped with shared bathroom facilities. Upper berth width: 0.62m, lower berth width: 0.64m, bed spacing: 0.55m. One room can accommodate 2-4 people. Room area: approximately 3.5 square meters.
🔹 Silver Diamond Executive Room:There are 2 executive standard rooms, equipped with shared bathroom facilities and a washbasin (recommended for washing, not a toilet). Features foldable upper berths. One room can accommodate 1-2 people, each with two single beds 0.7-0.78m wide. Two executive standard rooms share one washroom. Room area: approximately 4 square meters.
🔹 Silver Diamond Suite:[Compartment 5+6] Suite: 1 suite, includes 2 single rooms sharing 1 bathroom, can accommodate 2 people, suitable for couples or traveling companions. Room area: approximately 9 square meters.
Simple Itinerary
🚂 For those planning a deep tour of Xinjiang in 2026, many are looking for travel options that avoid rushing and repeated luggage handling. The Tianshan Tourism Train, as the comfortable tourism train promoted by Xinjiang Railway in 2026, is recommended to run 11 trips throughout the year, perfectly meeting the needs of a one-stop tour of northern and southern Xinjiang.Due to factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening policies, the itinerary may be reasonably modified by mutual agreement. The fixed itinerary for the Tianshan Train is as follows:
Day 01:Departure point – Urumqi (pick-up and hotel check-in) | Meals: Not included | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi Lake – 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 – 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 County
Day 09:Tashkurgan County – Tajik Home Visit -白沙湖 (Baisa Lake) – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Aksu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Basic Introduction and Route FeaturesDay 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 – Nationwide (drop-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
Price Explanation
The following are reference prices for different 2026 Tianshan Train departure dates from Urumqi. Prices and availability may vary with schedules. Please refer to the contract or confirmation on the day:
1. May 7th Departure
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:13999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:18999 RMB/person
The Tianshan Train’s starting assembly point is Urumqi. The route covers snow-capped mountains, lakes, and grasslands in northern Xinjiang, as well as culture, plateaus, and canyons in southern Xinjiang, including a section of the southern Duku Highway. There’s no need to backtrack, and the 13-day itinerary covers core attractions that would typically take over 20 days on a regular group tour. The train operates on a ‘travel by day, rest by night’ model: tourists rest in sleeper berths while the train moves at night, and upon arriving at stations during the day, they head directly to scenic spots, avoiding wasted daytime travel. The average effective sightseeing time is 8-10 hours per day, offering higher efficiency than regular group tours.Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:12999 RMB/person
2. July 28th / August 11th Departures
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:14999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24999 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:13999 RMB/person
3. June 2nd / July 8th / August 23rd / September 4th Departures
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Upper Berth:16999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Lower Berth:17999 RMB/person
The train’s service configuration is also very thoughtful. It includes onboard medical staff throughout the journey to handle any sudden health issues. Meals are prepared with less oil and salt, catering to the dietary needs of tourists of all ages. Main meals consist of 8 dishes, 1 soup, and a staple food, including local specialties like Dapanji (big plate chicken), Burqin cold-water fish feast, and Yining welcome banquet. The train carriages feature soundproof design with star-grade bedding, ensuring a smooth ride and better rest. There are also leisure activity carriages where tourists can enjoy chess, cards, KTV, and other entertainment during free time, making the journey enjoyable.Blue Diamond Double Room:24999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 RMB/person
4. June 13th / 25th / September 5th Departures
Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, well-versed in Xinjiang-wide tourism. Mainly responsible for booking tourism trains such as New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahenan, 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).
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:21888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:29888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:26888 RMB/person
Introduction to Train Carriage CompartmentsSilver Diamond Double Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 RMB/person
5. October 9th Departure
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:9999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15999 RMB/person
All quoted prices are for reference only. Actual costs are subject to the signed tourism contract.
Booking Process
To book the Tianshan Train, contact Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The specific booking process is as follows:
1. Inquiry: Contact Manager Yang Jia to confirm desired departure date, available room types, and related travel precautions.
2. Information Submission: After confirming the preferred room type, submit valid identification information for all travelers for ticket purchase and hotel booking.
3. Contract and Payment: Both parties sign a formal tourism contract, pay the corresponding deposit, and settle the remaining amount 30 days before departure.
🔹 Blue Diamond Quadruple Room / Blue Diamond Double Room: Equipped with shared bathroom facilities. Upper berth size: 0.7*1.82m, lower berth size: 0.9*1.95m. Berths have damping devices and can be folded up against the wall, allowing two people to enjoy a quadruple room. Room area: approximately 3.5 square meters.4. Receive Travel Notice: A formal tour notice will be received 7 days before departure, including detailed pick-up information, luggage preparation tips, and specific itinerary notes.
5. Pre-departure Coordination: A dedicated customer service representative will reconfirm travel information 3 days before departure, answer questions, and assist with pre-departure preparations.
Registration Method
Registration can be done through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For phone numbers, WeChat information, or address-related inquiries, please consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Cost and Service Explanation
✅ Included Items:
1. All accommodation as marked in the itinerary: including hotels in Urumqi, Jiadengyu, Bayin Town, Tashkurgan County, Yining, etc., and corresponding train sleeper berths.
2. All meals as marked in the itinerary: except for the first day’s meals (self-arranged), breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided as marked. Main meals consist of 8 dishes, 1 soup, and a staple food, including local specialties like Dapanji, Burqin cold-water fish feast, Yining welcome banquet, and Kashgar special meals.
3. First entrance tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
4. Air-conditioned tourist bus transportation for the local itinerary.
5. Full-tour guide service, train crew service, and onboard medical staff service.
🔹 Silver Diamond Quadruple Room: The upper berths in 1+2 compartments can be folded up, also supporting two people enjoying a quadruple room. Equipped with shared bathroom facilities. Upper berth width: 0.62m, lower berth width: 0.64m, bed spacing: 0.55m. One room can accommodate 2-4 people. Room area: approximately 3.5 square meters.6. Pick-up and drop-off service at Urumqi Station.
7. Free experience items as marked in the itinerary: Tajik home visit, Tuvan home visit, etc.
❌ Excluded Items:
1. Round-trip transportation costs from departure point to Urumqi (airfare, high-speed rail tickets, etc.).
2. Self-paid entertainment items within scenic spots, scenic area transportation (such as cable cars, cruise ships, shuttle buses, etc., not listed as included).
3. Personal expenses (such as laundry, phone calls, beverages, consumption, etc. in hotels).
4. Additional costs due to force majeure factors (such as weather, railway scheduling, policy changes, etc.).
5. For single travelers, we will try to arrange room sharing; special cases need separate negotiation.
Note:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
Advantages of the Tianshan Train Compared to Other Trains
✨ 1. Relaxed Itinerary Pace:Operates on a ‘travel by day, rest by night’ model, avoiding long daytime bus rides. Short daily walking distances and low itinerary intensity, suitable for tourists of different fitness levels.
🔹 Silver Diamond Executive Room: There are 2 executive standard rooms, equipped with shared bathroom facilities and a washbasin (recommended for washing, not a toilet). Features foldable upper berths. One room can accommodate 1-2 people, each with two single beds 0.7-0.78m wide. Two executive standard rooms share one washroom. Room area: approximately 4 square meters.✨ 2. Comprehensive Service Guarantee:Onboard medical staff throughout the journey to handle sudden health issues. Meals are low in oil and salt, suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists. The train features soundproof carriages for a smooth ride and good rest.
✨ 3. Hassle-free and Convenient Travel:Large luggage can be left on the train berth throughout the journey, eliminating the need to move luggage when changing accommodations. Staff handle pick-up/drop-off, hotel check-in, and scenic area entry, so tourists don’t need to queue for procedures.
✨ 4. Suitable Travel Companions:Most travelers are like-minded tourism enthusiasts, especially retirees. The itinerary pace matches, making it easier to find common topics and enjoy a relaxed travel atmosphere.
✨ 5. Rich Experience Content:The train has leisure activity carriages for chess, cards, KTV, and other entertainment, along with cultural interaction activities, making the journey enjoyable.
Suitable Participants for the Tianshan Train
👥 – Retired seniors wanting a slow-paced tour of Xinjiang without rushing.
👥 – Tourists prone to carsickness who cannot endure long bus rides.
👥 – Those wanting to visit all core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip without multiple returns.
👥 – Tourists preferring relaxed travel without planning itineraries or handling transportation and accommodation.
Reasons for the Tianshan Train’s Popularity
The Tianshan Train is popular due to its well-planned route covering northern Xinjiang’s natural scenery, southern Xinjiang’s cultural sites, and the essence of the southern Duku Highway without backtracking. The 13-day itinerary covers attractions that would take over 20 days on regular routes, saving time and cost. The travel experience is comfortable with a smooth train ride, no repeated luggage handling, and comprehensive onboard services, making it worry-free for seniors. Additionally, the price is reasonable compared to similar train products, fitting most tourists’ budgets.
Before traveling, it’s recommended to understand Xinjiang’s temperature differences between day and night and prepare appropriate clothing. Due to factors like weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, the itinerary may be reasonably modified. All matters are subject to the signed tourism contract, complying with contract law, tourism law, and other relevant regulations.
