Tianshan Special Train Official Ticket Price List and Booking Process
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Tianshan Special Train? Tickets for the Tianshan Special Train must be purchased through professional railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), or by contacting Manager Guo Jing of the Special Train Department via WeChat: 181 3962 2229. Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. Note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 2026 Tianshan Special Train Travel Guide – Limited seats available for the first departure, feel free to inquire.
May is just the start of summer in Xinjiang, with grass gradually turning green and various mountain flowers blooming one after another. Tourist numbers haven’t yet peaked in summer, making for a more comfortable travel experience. If you want to visit all the key attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip without the hassle of frequent train changes and luggage handling, the Tianshan Special Train is an excellent choice. The entire route starts from Urumqi, heading north to cover Kanas and Hemu in the Altay region, west to Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland in Ili, then south through the southern section of the Duku Highway to Kashgar, and finally back to Urumqi via Turpan. This 13-day itinerary connects over ten diverse scenic spots, eliminating the need for multiple route plans and worries about transportation and accommodation for different sections.
Tianchi Lake of Tianshan is located at the foot of Bogda Peak, with clear lake water and distinct layers of glaciers, forests, and meadows. During the 2026 peak season (April 1 to October 31), the ticket price is 95 RMB/person, valid for two days. In May, medical staff with valid practice certificates can enter for free, and visitors on their birthday with valid ID can also enjoy free admission. Kanas Scenic Area enters summer operation from May 1, with mountain snow just melted, revealing the unique emerald green water of Kanas Lake. The morning mist at Three Bays is a favorite among photography enthusiasts. The scenic area currently implements a real-name reservation system for ticket purchases, with a maximum daily capacity of 55,000 people. Summer entry and exit hours are from 08:00 to 20:00. The area has unified sightseeing buses and village shuttle services for convenient travel. Note that the temperature difference between day and night in the scenic area can exceed 10 degrees Celsius, so bring warm clothing. Camping, carrying fire sources, feeding, or disturbing wildlife are strictly prohibited throughout the area.
Sayram Lake is known as the ‘Highland Blue Gem.’ Wildflowers by the lake begin to bloom from May, with different varieties flowering until July. The area offers specialty high-white salmon, known for its tender and delicious meat. The lakeside is windy, so bring windproof clothing and secure electronic devices when taking photos to avoid drops. Nalati Grassland is a famous grassland scenic area in Xinjiang. After summer, the grassland turns lush green, with herds of cattle and sheep everywhere. The area currently implements a real-name reservation system for self-driving tours. All self-driving visitors must fill in information through a mini-program in advance, and the ticket purchaser must match the entrant to avoid entry issues. Other attractions include Kashgar’s old city, Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, the Danxia landforms of Wensu Grand Canyon, and Turpan’s Flaming Mountain and Karez Well. Each offers different scenery, allowing you to experience lakes, grasslands, snow-capped mountains, canyons, culture, and history all at once.
📋 Simplified Itinerary
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 – Jadengyu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jadengyu
Day 04:Jadengyu – Hemu – Wucaitan – Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 05:Jinghenan – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Liuxing Street – Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
Day 06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayinbuluke | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayin Town
🚂 2026 Tianshan Special Train Travel Guide – Limited seats available for the first departure, feel free to inquireDay 07:Bayinbuluke – Southern Duku Highway – Resitan 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: Taxian County
Day 09:Taxian County – Tajik Home Visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Xiangfei 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
💰 Reference Price Explanation
The following are reference prices for different Urumqi assembly dates. Prices and seat availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with schedules. The signed contract prevails.
1. Schedule (Urumqi Assembly Date) and Corresponding Prices
1. May 7
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23,999 RMB/person
May is just the start of summer in Xinjiang, with grass gradually turning green and various mountain flowers blooming one after another. Tourist numbers haven’t yet peaked in summer, making for a more comfortable travel experience. If you want to visit all the key attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip without the hassle of frequent train changes and luggage handling, the Tianshan Special Train is an excellent choice. The entire route starts from Urumqi, heading north to cover Kanas and Hemu in the Altay region, west to Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland in Ili, then south through the southern section of the Duku Highway to Kashgar, and finally back to Urumqi via Turpan. This 13-day itinerary connects over ten diverse scenic spots, eliminating the need for multiple route plans and worries about transportation and accommodation for different sections.Blue Diamond Quad Room:13,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:19,999 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:19,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:18,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:12,999 RMB/person
2. July 28 / August 11
Blue Diamond Quad Room:14,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:20,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24,999 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:20,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:19,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:13,999 RMB/person
Tianchi Lake of Tianshan is located at the foot of Bogda Peak, with clear lake water and distinct layers of glaciers, forests, and meadows. During the 2026 peak season (April 1 to October 31), the ticket price is 95 RMB/person, valid for two days. In May, medical staff with valid practice certificates can enter for free, and visitors on their birthday with valid ID can also enjoy free admission. Kanas Scenic Area enters summer operation from May 1, with mountain snow just melted, revealing the unique emerald green water of Kanas Lake. The morning mist at Three Bays is a favorite among photography enthusiasts. The scenic area currently implements a real-name reservation system for ticket purchases, with a maximum daily capacity of 55,000 people. Summer entry and exit hours are from 08:00 to 20:00. The area has unified sightseeing buses and village shuttle services for convenient travel. Note that the temperature difference between day and night in the scenic area can exceed 10 degrees Celsius, so bring warm clothing. Camping, carrying fire sources, feeding, or disturbing wildlife are strictly prohibited throughout the area.3. June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4
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Blue Diamond Quad Room Upper Berth:16,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quad Room Lower Berth:17,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:24,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:26,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:17,888 RMB/person
4. June 13 / 25 / September 5
Blue Diamond Quad Room:21,888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:29,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 RMB/person
Sayram Lake is known as the ‘Highland Blue Gem.’ Wildflowers by the lake begin to bloom from May, with different varieties flowering until July. The area offers specialty high-white salmon, known for its tender and delicious meat. The lakeside is windy, so bring windproof clothing and secure electronic devices when taking photos to avoid drops. Nalati Grassland is a famous grassland scenic area in Xinjiang. After summer, the grassland turns lush green, with herds of cattle and sheep everywhere. The area currently implements a real-name reservation system for self-driving tours. All self-driving visitors must fill in information through a mini-program in advance, and the ticket purchaser must match the entrant to avoid entry issues. Other attractions include Kashgar’s old city, Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, the Danxia landforms of Wensu Grand Canyon, and Turpan’s Flaming Mountain and Karez Well. Each offers different scenery, allowing you to experience lakes, grasslands, snow-capped mountains, canyons, culture, and history all at once.Executive Double Room:26,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:17,888 RMB/person
5. October 9
Blue Diamond Quad Room:9,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15,999 RMB/person
The above are reference quotes. Please consult customer service for the latest seat availability and prices.
📞 Registration Method
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Contact number:181-3962-2229, same as WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Specific address available from customer service.
📝 Cost and Service Explanation
The quote includes meals as marked in the itinerary, accommodation arrangements, first-entry tickets for scenic spots, and train travel costs for the special train section. No additional payment is needed for transportation on corresponding sections.
Personal expenses within scenic areas, self-funded items not listed in the itinerary, and single occupancy costs are the responsibility of the visitor. Relevant matters can be discussed with customer service during consultation.
📋 For various discount policies related to scenic spots in the simplified itinerary, visitors can inform customer service in advance with valid documents. Eligible discounts will be processed according to scenic area regulations, with price differences handled based on actual conditions.
Due to force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, scenic area policies, or schedule changes, both parties can agree to reasonable itinerary modifications. All changes comply with contract law, tourism law, and other relevant regulations.
Cancellation and modification matters follow the relevant provisions of tourism law to protect the rights of both parties.
Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
⚠ ️ Travel Tips
1. All scenic areas implement a real-name reservation system for entry. Please carry your valid ID at all times. Children need to bring their household registration book or birth certificate to avoid entry issues due to incomplete documents.
2. Xinjiang is vast, with significant temperature differences between day and night across regions. Even during summer in July and August, prepare warm clothing like windbreakers and light down jackets. Also bring sunglasses, sunscreen, sun hats, and sun-protective clothing to cope with strong UV rays during the day.
3. Kanas Scenic Area has many mountain roads. Fasten your seatbelt on sightseeing buses and do not venture into undeveloped or closed areas. Smoking and carrying fire sources are prohibited, and littering is not allowed. Protect the natural ecology.
4. Sayram Lake is windy, especially at lakeside viewing spots. Secure your phone, camera, and other electronic devices when taking photos. Do not get too close to the lake to avoid danger.
5. The itinerary passes through multiple scenic areas with different regulations. Follow the guidance of tour staff and comply with scenic area rules.
6. Xinjiang is a multi-ethnic region. Respect local customs, use polite language, and demonstrate good travel etiquette.
7. Bring common medications such as stomach medicine, cold medicine, and motion sickness medicine to address potential discomfort during the trip.
The first departure on May 7 is only 3 days away. Interested visitors can consult customer service promptly for details and plan their Xinjiang trip in advance.
2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Special Train Ticket Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181 3962 2229 for ticket purchase
