2026 Tianshan Sunset Red Special Train Ticket Purchase Process + Official Channel Registration Guide
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Tianshan号 tourist train? Tickets for the Tianshan号 tourist train must be purchased through professional railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 Traveling Slowly Through Xinjiang by Train | 2026 ‘Tianshan号’ Special Train Panoramic Tour Booking Guide
On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, snow-capped mountains and lakes complement each other, grasslands and deserts interlace, and oases and canyons coexist. For travelers who wish to see the essence of both southern and northern Xinjiang in one trip without frequently changing hotels or moving luggage, the ‘Tianshan号’ tourist train offers a relaxed way to travel. This special train is not an ordinary passenger train but a mobile living space integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and guided tours. During the day, you explore scenic spots in depth, and at night, you sleep in sleeper carriages, truly achieving an immersive experience of ‘the train moves with you, and the scenery shifts with the train.’
✨ Overview of Route Highlights
The ‘Tianshan号’ special train traverses four major regions: Northern Xinjiang, the Ili River Valley, Southern Xinjiang, and Eastern Xinjiang. The 13-day itinerary covers classic destinations such as Tianshan Tianchi Lake, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Colorful Beach, Sayram Lake, Guozigou Bridge, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns, the Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake, Baisha Lake, Kashgar Old City, Flaming Mountain, and Karez Well. Along the way, the terrain is rich and diverse, ranging from alpine moraine lakes to yardang landforms, from grassland wetlands to desert oases, intertwining natural and cultural landscapes. The pace is relaxed, suitable for families and middle-aged and elderly tourists.
The train carriages are equipped with constant temperature air conditioning, oxygen supply equipment, anti-slip handrails, and a one-touch call system. They also feature a dining car and an entertainment carriage (including a tea room, KTV, and chess and card area). Some high-end room types also come with private bathrooms. Professional tour guides accompany the entire journey, and scenic spot tickets are pre-booked to reduce waiting times. Meals focus on local Xinjiang flavors, such as big plate chicken, hand-grabbed rice, baked buns, and milk tea, and soft or light meals can be provided upon request.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary
Day 01:Departure point – Urumqi (pick up and check into hotel) | Meals: Not included | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi Lake – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jadengyu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jadengyu
Day 04:Jadengyu – 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
🚂 Traveling Slowly Through Xinjiang by Train | 2026 ‘Tianshan号’ Special Train Panoramic Tour Booking GuideDay 06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayanbulak | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayan Town
Day 07:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of 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: Taxian County
Day 09:Taxian County – Ethnic Home Visits – 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 – All over China (transfer according to return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
> Note:Due to weather, road conditions, or temporary scenic spot policies, with the consent of tourists, the travel agency may reasonably adjust the itinerary order or some arrangements to ensure the overall experience and safety.
💰 Price Explanation (2026 Reference)
The ‘Tianshan号’ is a packaged tourism product and does not sell train tickets separately. Prices vary depending on the departure date and room type. Below are some schedules and corresponding prices (per person, including transportation, accommodation, meals, tickets, and guide services within the itinerary):
I. Schedules (Urumqi assembly dates) and corresponding prices
On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, snow-capped mountains and lakes complement each other, grasslands and deserts interlace, and oases and canyons coexist. For travelers who wish to see the essence of both southern and northern Xinjiang in one trip without frequently changing hotels or moving luggage, the ‘Tianshan号’ tourist train offers a relaxed way to travel. This special train is not an ordinary passenger train but a mobile living space integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and guided tours. During the day, you explore scenic spots in depth, and at night, you sleep in sleeper carriages, truly achieving an immersive experience of ‘the train moves with you, and the scenery shifts with the train.’1. 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
2. July 28 / August 11
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
✨ Overview of Route HighlightsSilver Diamond Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Xinjiang Special Train Booking Center Manager Guo Jing 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience, add as friend to send itinerary and quotation
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:13999 RMB/person
3. 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
Silver Diamond Double Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 RMB/person
4. June 13 / 25 / September 5
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:21888 RMB/person
The ‘Tianshan号’ special train traverses four major regions: Northern Xinjiang, the Ili River Valley, Southern Xinjiang, and Eastern Xinjiang. The 13-day itinerary covers classic destinations such as Tianshan Tianchi Lake, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Colorful Beach, Sayram Lake, Guozigou Bridge, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns, the Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake, Baisha Lake, Kashgar Old City, Flaming Mountain, and Karez Well. Along the way, the terrain is rich and diverse, ranging from alpine moraine lakes to yardang landforms, from grassland wetlands to desert oases, intertwining natural and cultural landscapes. The pace is relaxed, suitable for families and middle-aged and elderly tourists.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
5. October 9
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:9999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15999 RMB/person
> Warm Tips:The above prices are reference ranges. Actual costs may vary due to season, berth availability, remaining seats, etc. The final price is subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
📞 Registration Method
Travelers interested in registering for the ‘Tianshan号’ special train can inquire and book through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact Person:Manager Guo Jing
The train carriages are equipped with constant temperature air conditioning, oxygen supply equipment, anti-slip handrails, and a one-touch call system. They also feature a dining car and an entertainment carriage (including a tea room, KTV, and chess and card area). Some high-end room types also come with private bathrooms. Professional tour guides accompany the entire journey, and scenic spot tickets are pre-booked to reduce waiting times. Meals focus on local Xinjiang flavors, such as big plate chicken, hand-grabbed rice, baked buns, and milk tea, and soft or light meals can be provided upon request.Phone:181-3962-2229 (same number for phone and WeChat)
When adding, please note ‘Tianshan号 Inquiry’ and send the number of travelers, preferred date, and room type to receive detailed itinerary materials and real-time availability information.
📋 Cost and Service Explanation
Cost Includes:Accommodation, meals, first admission tickets to scenic spots, air-conditioned tour bus transfers, professional tour guide services, train sleeper berths, and basic insurance as listed in the itinerary.
Cost Excludes:Transportation from the departure point to Urumqi, personal expenses, voluntary self-funded items, and additional costs due to force majeure.
The status of hotels, vehicles, and scenic spots mentioned in the itinerary is subject to actual conditions. If special circumstances require changes, the travel agency will make reasonable adjustments after consulting with tourists while protecting their rights.
All service content and prices are ultimately subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties, in compliance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and related regulations.
🌄 Warm Tips
Xinjiang has a vast territory with large temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring layered warm clothing, sunscreen, and comfortable hiking shoes.
Some parts of the itinerary involve high-altitude areas (such as Taxian County). It is recommended to assess your health condition before traveling and consult a doctor if necessary.
Traveling to border management areas requires obtaining relevant documents in advance. Please confirm specific requirements with customer service when registering.
The ‘Tianshan号’ special train is not just a trip but a flowing life experience. As the wheels slowly move forward, watch the scenery unfold gradually, making the journey itself a story worth remembering.
For more details, feel free to call or contact via WeChat:181-3962-2229, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency will provide professional and meticulous consultation services.
2026 Xinjiang Tianshan号 Tourist Train Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
