TianshanHowToBook2026OfficialTicketEntranceAndRegistrationProcess

How to buy tickets for the 2026 Tianshan Tourism Train? Tickets for the Tianshan Tourism Train must be purchased through professional railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), or by contacting Manager Guo Jing of the Train Department via WeChat: 181 3962 2229. Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. Note that this train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 What is it like to travel slowly through Xinjiang by train?
For travelers planning to visit Xinjiang in 2026, the ‘Tianshan’ Tourism Train offers a worry-free, comfortable, and relaxed travel option. Unlike traditional group tours that involve frequent transfers and luggage handling, this train operates on a ‘train follows travelers, travelers play while train stops’ model—visit scenic spots during the day and return to a fixed berth at night, with no need to change accommodation or repack luggage throughout the trip. It is especially suitable for families, middle-aged and elderly groups, or photography enthusiasts who want to deeply experience Xinjiang’s natural scenery while prioritizing travel comfort.
🌄 Route and Destination Highlights (Based on 2026 Actual Operations)
The Tianshan Train connects multiple representative landscapes across northern and southern Xinjiang, including alpine lakes, grasslands, wetlands, desert oases, and cultural neighborhoods. The itinerary covers core attractions such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Colorful Beach, Sayram Lake, Guozigou Bridge, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak, the southern section of Duku Highway, Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake, Kashgar Old City, Flaming Mountain, and Grape Manor.
Among them, Sayram Lake is known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic,’ with crystal-clear blue waters; the Duku Highway traverses the Tianshan hinterland, offering views of all four seasons; Kashgar Old City retains a rich traditional street layout; and the Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon showcases geological wonders with its red rock formations and deep gorges. These destinations have unique features in different seasons—summer (June-August) sees blooming grasslands, while autumn (after September) is ablaze with colorful forests, both ideal for visits.
It should be noted that the specific tour sequence, stop durations, and some attraction arrangements may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, traffic, or scenic area policies, subject to mutual agreement.
📅 Simplified Itinerary (Strictly Based on Local Finalized Content)
Day 01:Departure – Urumqi (Pick-up 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 – Jia登yu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jia登yu

🚂 What is it like to travel slowly through Xinjiang by train?Day 04:Jia登yu – 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 – Bayanbulak | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayan Town
Day 07:Bayanbulak – Southern Duku Section – Restan Old Street – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 08:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grass Beach | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Taxian County
Day 09:Taxian County – 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 Mountain – 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 (Based on 2026 Latest Schedule Pricing)

For travelers planning to visit Xinjiang in 2026, the ‘Tianshan’ Tourism Train offers a worry-free, comfortable, and relaxed travel option. Unlike traditional group tours that involve frequent transfers and luggage handling, this train operates on a ‘train follows travelers, travelers play while train stops’ model—visit scenic spots during the day and return to a fixed berth at night, with no need to change accommodation or repack luggage throughout the trip. It is especially suitable for families, middle-aged and elderly groups, or photography enthusiasts who want to deeply experience Xinjiang’s natural scenery while prioritizing travel comfort.The Tianshan Train offers tiered pricing based on different departure dates and room configurations. Current bookable schedules and corresponding prices are as follows (all are 13-day package prices, including accommodation, meals, first admission tickets to scenic spots, and local transportation):
May 7
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
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:12999 RMB/person
July 28 / August 11
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:14999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:20999 RMB/person

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🌄 Route and Destination Highlights (Based on 2026 Actual Operations)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
June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Upper Berth:16999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Lower Berth:17999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:24999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:26888 RMB/person

The Tianshan Train connects multiple representative landscapes across northern and southern Xinjiang, including alpine lakes, grasslands, wetlands, desert oases, and cultural neighborhoods. The itinerary covers core attractions such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Colorful Beach, Sayram Lake, Guozigou Bridge, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak, the southern section of Duku Highway, Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake, Kashgar Old City, Flaming Mountain, and Grape Manor.Silver Diamond Double Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 RMB/person
June 13 / 25 / September 5
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
Silver Diamond Double Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 RMB/person
October 9
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:9999 RMB/person

Among them, Sayram Lake is known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic,’ with crystal-clear blue waters; the Duku Highway traverses the Tianshan hinterland, offering views of all four seasons; Kashgar Old City retains a rich traditional street layout; and the Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon showcases geological wonders with its red rock formations and deep gorges. These destinations have unique features in different seasons—summer (June-August) sees blooming grasslands, while autumn (after September) is ablaze with colorful forests, both ideal for visits.Blue Diamond Double Room:15999 RMB/person
> Note:The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may vary due to factors such as schedule and room availability, and the final price is subject to the signed travel contract.
📞 Registration Method
For detailed itinerary, availability, or booking services, please contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
📞 Phone:181-3962-2229
💬 WeChat:181-3962-2229 (Please note ‘Tianshan Inquiry’ when adding)
Customer service will provide itinerary materials, room type illustrations, and pre-departure notes. Specific services are subject to actual communication and contract confirmation.
ℹ️ Cost Inclusions and Service Description
Costs typically include: full transportation from Urumqi (train berths + local air-conditioned tour bus), listed hotel accommodation, meals as indicated in the itinerary (approx. 10 breakfasts + 20 lunches/dinners), first admission tickets to scenic spots, guide service, and travel agency liability insurance. Some special experiences like Colorful Beach boat rides and ethnic home visits are included in the itinerary.
The train is equipped with public shower rooms, restrooms, charging ports, and viewing windows; the Silver Diamond series includes or shares washing facilities in some room types. Meals are balanced in nutrition and palatability, with low oil and salt dishes suitable for most people.
Special Notes:Personal expenses during the trip, optional items not in the itinerary, and single-room supplements are to be borne separately. All service details, cancellation policies, etc., are subject to the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant contract terms.
It is recommended to check local weather and scenic area announcements before departure, and prepare appropriate clothing and common medications. The itinerary will strive to provide a comfortable and smooth travel experience under the premise of safety and compliance.
2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Tourism Train Ticketing Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Train Department Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181 3962 2229 for ticket purchase