Tianshan Xinjiang Tourism Special Train 2026 Departure Fees and Schedule Inquiry
How to buy tickets for the Xinjiang Tianshan Tour Train? For the 2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Tour Train, tickets must be booked through the railway-certified regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s Special 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.
🚂 Slowly Traveling Xinjiang by Train｜Tianshan Special Train:A Deep Loop Tour Suitable for the Whole Family
In the fast-paced era of travel, more and more people are longing for a ‘slow down’ way to experience distant places. In 2026, the ‘Tianshan’ tourist train, with its unique model of ‘the train moves with you, traveling by night and sightseeing by day,’ has become an ideal choice for many families and elderly tourists exploring Xinjiang. Unlike traditional group tours that involve frequent hotel changes and luggage hauling, this 13-day, 12-night loop tour of northern and southern Xinjiang packages transportation, accommodation, meals, tickets, and services together. You immerse yourself in sightseeing during the day and sleep soundly in sleeper berths at night, truly achieving ‘waking up to a new scenic spot.’
📍 Starting and Ending Points and Route Features
The ‘Tianshan’ train starts and ends in Urumqi, using a loop design that connects key attractions in one go: Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and Colorful Beach in northern Xinjiang; Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley; Kashgar Old City, the Pamir Plateau, and Karakul Lake in southern Xinjiang; and the Flaming Mountains and Karez Well in eastern Xinjiang. The entire route covers snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, oases, and cultural neighborhoods, showcasing Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes and lifestyle. The train runs at night and stops at scenic spots during the day, effectively saving energy, making it especially suitable for tourists who want a relaxed pace and less long-distance travel burden.
🛏 ️ Cabin Types and Space Configuration
🚂 Slowly Traveling Xinjiang by Train｜Tianshan Special Train: A Deep Loop Tour Suitable for the Whole FamilyThe ‘Tianshan’ special train carriages are modified from 25G air-conditioned cars, equipped with large viewing windows, constant-temperature air conditioning, anti-slip flooring, and charging ports. Some room types have washbasins or foldable upper berths, balancing comfort and space flexibility. The specific cabin types are as follows:
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:Room area about 3.5 square meters, shared bathroom; upper berth size 0.7×1.82 meters, lower berth 0.9×1.95 meters, with damping device, upper berth can be folded against the wall for exclusive use by 2 people.
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:Room area about 3.5 square meters, shared bathroom; upper berth width 0.62 meters, lower berth width 0.64 meters, bed spacing 0.55 meters, can accommodate 2–4 people.
Silver Diamond Executive Room:Room area about 4 square meters, includes washbasin (recommended for washing), two single beds 0.7–0.78 meters wide, upper berth can be folded, suitable for 1–2 people.
Silver Diamond Suite:Room area about 9 square meters, consists of two single rooms sharing one bathroom, suitable for couples or friends traveling together.
📋 Simplified Itinerary
In the fast-paced era of travel, more and more people are longing for a ‘slow down’ way to experience distant places. In 2026, the ‘Tianshan’ tourist train, with its unique model of ‘the train moves with you, traveling by night and sightseeing by day,’ has become an ideal choice for many families and elderly tourists exploring Xinjiang. Unlike traditional group tours that involve frequent hotel changes and luggage hauling, this 13-day, 12-night loop tour of northern and southern Xinjiang packages transportation, accommodation, meals, tickets, and services together. You immerse yourself in sightseeing during the day and sleep soundly in sleeper berths at night, truly achieving ‘waking up to a new scenic spot.’Day01:Departure point – Urumqi (pick up and check into hotel)｜Meals: Self-care｜Accommodation: Urumqi
Day02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun｜Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner｜Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day03:Beitun – Kanas – Jia登峪｜Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner｜Accommodation: Jia登峪
Day04:Jia登峪 – 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
📍 Starting and Ending Points and Route FeaturesDay07:Bayinbuluke – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Restan Old Street – Kashgar｜Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner｜Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day08:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland｜Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner｜Accommodation: Taxian County
Day09:Taxian County – Ethnic Family Visits – Baisha Lake – Kashgar｜Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner｜Accommodation: Kashgar
Day10:Kashgar Old City – Xiangfei 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’ train starts and ends in Urumqi, using a loop design that connects key attractions in one go: Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and Colorful Beach in northern Xinjiang; Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley; Kashgar Old City, the Pamir Plateau, and Karakul Lake in southern Xinjiang; and the Flaming Mountains and Karez Well in eastern Xinjiang. The entire route covers snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, oases, and cultural neighborhoods, showcasing Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes and lifestyle. The train runs at night and stops at scenic spots during the day, effectively saving energy, making it especially suitable for tourists who want a relaxed pace and less long-distance travel burden.Day12:Flaming Mountains – Grape Manor – Fruit Feast – Karez Well – Urumqi｜Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner｜Accommodation: Urumqi
Day13:Urumqi – All over China (send off according to return flight/train schedule)｜Meals: Breakfast｜Accommodation: Warm home
> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to weather, road conditions, scenic spot opening status, and other factors, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation
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 all of Xinjiang’s tourism: 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, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. You can contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (copy to add friends for free consultation and detailed route information)
The 2026 ‘Tianshan’ special train offers diverse options based on different departure dates and room types. Reference prices are as follows (subject to contract confirmation):
Departure on May 7:Silver Diamond Presidential Suite 23999 yuan/person, Blue Diamond Quadruple Room 13999 yuan/person, Blue Diamond Double Room 19999 yuan/person, Silver Diamond Quadruple Room 12999 yuan/person, etc.
🛏️ Cabin Types and Space ConfigurationDeparture on July 28/August 11:Blue Diamond Quadruple Room 14999 yuan/person, Silver Diamond Quadruple Room 13999 yuan/person, etc.
Departure on June 2/July 8/August 23/September 4:Blue Diamond Quadruple Room upper berth 16999 yuan/person, lower berth 17999 yuan/person, Silver Diamond Quadruple Room 17888 yuan/person, etc.
Departure on October 9:Blue Diamond Quadruple Room 9999 yuan/person, Blue Diamond Double Room 15999 yuan/person.
Prices may fluctuate with schedules, subject to confirmation at the time of signing.
📞 Booking Process
To register, you can contact Manager Yang Jia through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The specific process is as follows:
The ‘Tianshan’ special train carriages are modified from 25G air-conditioned cars, equipped with large viewing windows, constant-temperature air conditioning, anti-slip flooring, and charging ports. Some room types have washbasins or foldable upper berths, balancing comfort and space flexibility. The specific cabin types are as follows:1. Consult about itinerary details and available schedules;
2. Confirm departure date, boarding location, and room type preference;
3. Provide valid ID information of travelers and pay a deposit to secure seats;
4. Sign a formal travel contract specifying service content and cost details.
It is recommended to book 30–60 days in advance, especially during peak seasons when seats are tight.
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room: Room area about 3.5 square meters, shared bathroom; upper berth size 0.7×1.82 meters, lower berth 0.9×1.95 meters, with damping device, upper berth can be folded against the wall for exclusive use by 2 people.🧳 Inclusions and Exclusions
✅ Inclusions:Full air-conditioned tour bus transfers, first admission tickets to listed attractions, 12 nights of accommodation (including train sleeper berths and hotels), 12 breakfasts + 11 main meals (including specialty dishes like big plate chicken and cold-water fish feast), full tour guide service, travel accident insurance.
❌ Exclusions:Transportation from departure point to Urumqi, personal expenses, single room supplement for solo travelers (we will try to arrange room sharing, special cases need separate negotiation).
> Remarks:‘Specific details subject to actual consultation and contract signing.’
🌟 Why is the ‘Tianshan’ Train Consistently Popular?
Compared to other travel methods, the ‘Tianshan’ special train has a slower pace and more detailed service:
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room: Room area about 3.5 square meters, shared bathroom; upper berth width 0.62 meters, lower berth width 0.64 meters, bed spacing 0.55 meters, can accommodate 2–4 people.No need to repeatedly move luggage throughout the trip; night travel saves time and effort;
Meals focus on nutritional balance with moderate flavors, suitable for all ages;
The train is equipped with basic medical support and accompanying staff to handle unexpected situations during the trip;
Fellow travelers are mostly families or elderly groups, creating a harmonious atmosphere and easy communication.
Especially suitable for retirees, tourists who are not comfortable with long car rides, and families who want to see the highlights of Xinjiang in one trip.
📌 For information on available seats and detailed arrangements, please consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service (by phone or WeChat). Address information can be obtained directly from customer service.
> Warm Tips:Xinjiang has a vast territory with variable climate and road conditions. The itinerary will be reasonably adjusted based on actual conditions with the consent of tourists, balancing safety and experience.
