Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train Registration Method, Ticket Price, How Much, Ticket Purchase Guide, Official Channel
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train? The Shanghai-to-Xinjiang tourist train tickets 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 Yangtze River Delta Star Train Department via WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly 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.
🚄 Slow down and let the scenery flow through the window—the 2026 ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ train travel new experience
In the fast-paced modern life, more and more people are rethinking the meaning of travel: not just checking off attractions, but immersing themselves in the light and time along the way. In 2026, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist train, with the concept of ‘a moving home,’ departs from Shanghai, crosses east to west, and delves deep into Xinjiang. Over 17 days, it takes you through the Gobi, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities, with no need to change trains, luggage stays put, and a relaxed pace—perfect for families and elderly travelers seeking easy travel and comfortable experiences.
This train is not an ordinary one but a professionally modified mobile living space. It consists of 17 carriages, carrying about 240 passengers, with a moderate scale that ensures privacy and creates a warm community atmosphere. All passenger carriages are equipped with bathrooms (wet-dry separation), non-slip floor tiles, handrails, and emergency call systems, achieving a comfortable standard of ‘one person, one room, one bathroom.’ The carriages feature shock-absorbing and noise-reducing designs, ensuring smooth and quiet night travel, and allowing you to start sightseeing upon arrival during the day—truly ‘sleep to the attractions, wake up to play.’
🗓 ️ Simplified itinerary (strictly based on the finalized plan)
D1 Gather in Shanghai, take the Yangtze River Delta Star to Korla Yangtze River Delta Star
D2 Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the motherland along the way Yangtze River Delta Star
D3 Arrive in Korla in the evening Korla
D4 Korla >> Lop Nur Village >> Taklamakan Desert >> Tarim River >> Kashgar Yangtze River Delta Star
D5 Karakul Lake >> Stone City >> Golden Grassland – Taxkorgan Taxkorgan
🚄 Slow down and let the scenery flow through the window—the 2026 ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ train travel new experience D6 Home visits to various ethnic groups >> Baisha Lake >> Kashgar Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City >> Id Kah Mosque >> Gaotai Ancient Dwellings >> Kuqa Yangtze River Delta Star
D8 Kuqa >> Tianshan Grand Canyon >> Duku Highway >> Bayanbulak Grassland Bayan Town
D9 Yining >> Nalati Grassland Yining
D10 Sayram Lake >> Beitun Yangtze River Delta Star
D11 Beitun >> Burqin >> Hemu Hemu
D12 Kanas >> Jadengyu Jadengyu
D13 Jadengyu >> Kazakh Home Visit >> Colorful Beach >> Urumqi Yangtze River Delta Star
D14 Urumqi >> Tianshan Tianchi Urumqi
In the fast-paced modern life, more and more people are rethinking the meaning of travel: not just checking off attractions, but immersing themselves in the light and time along the way. In 2026, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist train, with the concept of ‘a moving home,’ departs from Shanghai, crosses east to west, and delves deep into Xinjiang. Over 17 days, it takes you through the Gobi, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities, with no need to change trains, luggage stays put, and a relaxed pace—perfect for families and elderly travelers seeking easy travel and comfortable experiences. D15-D16 Urumqi-Shanghai Yangtze River Delta Star
D17 Arrive in Shanghai, return to the warm home Warm home
> Note:Factors such as attraction openings, traffic conditions, and weather mentioned in the itinerary may affect the actual arrangements, and reasonable changes can be made upon mutual agreement.
💰 Price explanation (latest reference for 2026)
Based on the current finalized information, the seat prices for the 2026 ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ train are as follows:
4-person compartment:Upper berth 25,999 RMB/person | Lower berth 27,999 RMB/person
Upgraded double room (converted from 5 four-person compartments to 4 people):46,999 RMB/person
Luxury double room (4 compartments, 2 people each):66,999 RMB/person
The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may vary due to schedule, services, etc. The final price is based on the signed travel contract. It is recommended to inquire in advance about availability and specific inclusions.
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service – Xinjiang Tourist Train Booking Center Manager Guo Jing 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience. Add as a friend to receive itineraries and quotes.
This train is not an ordinary one but a professionally modified mobile living space. It consists of 17 carriages, carrying about 240 passengers, with a moderate scale that ensures privacy and creates a warm community atmosphere. All passenger carriages are equipped with bathrooms (wet-dry separation), non-slip floor tiles, handrails, and emergency call systems, achieving a comfortable standard of ‘one person, one room, one bathroom.’ The carriages feature shock-absorbing and noise-reducing designs, ensuring smooth and quiet night travel, and allowing you to start sightseeing upon arrival during the day—truly ‘sleep to the attractions, wake up to play.’📞 Registration method
Travelers planning to join the 2026 ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ train itinerary can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The agency provides services such as seat selection registration, itinerary explanation, schedule inquiry, and assists in completing the contract process.
Contact number:181-3962-2229
Same as WeChat:181-3962-2229
Address information:Please contact customer service directly for the latest reception arrangements
When registering, you can learn in detail about compartment configurations, service content, and departure policies to ensure clear information and adequate preparation before travel.
🧳 Fee inclusions and service description
✅ Fees typically include:
Full-trip train compartment accommodation (with daily bedding replacement)
🗓️ Simplified itinerary (strictly based on the finalized plan) First admission tickets for attractions listed in the itinerary
Local transportation connections (from train stop to attractions)
Catering services (Chinese hot meals provided in the dining car, accommodating both northern and southern tastes)
Onboard guide commentary and attendant services
Onboard medical emergency support
✅ Service highlights:
Full-coverage Wi-Fi, equipped with leisure areas (e.g., coffee bar, reading corner, etc.)
Compartments feature smart magnetic card locks, soundproof doors, USB charging ports, and reading lights
24-hour hot water supply in public areas, wet-dry separated bathrooms
D1 Gather in Shanghai, take the Yangtze River Delta Star to Korla Yangtze River Delta Star Luggage can be placed in the carriage throughout the journey without frequent moving
⚠ ️ Important note:
Specific service content, dining standards, attraction arrangements, etc., are subject to actual consultation results and the signed travel contract. In case of force majeure or sudden changes to attractions during the itinerary, the travel agency will negotiate with travelers and make reasonable optimizations within legal and compliant limits.
📅 2026 departure dates
Currently confirmed departure schedules are:
June 15, July 6, August 6, August 26, September 15
Seats are limited; it is recommended to contact early to confirm availability. Different schedules may have slight variations in service details due to seasonal climate, passenger density, etc., so please refer to real-time customer service feedback.
🌿 Final thoughts
The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ train is not just a geographical crossing but a switch in life’s pace. During this 17-day journey, you can put down your phone, escape the noise, and on the slowly moving tracks, watch snow-capped mountains reflect on the lake, listen to the whispering wind on the grassland, and feel the vastness and tranquility of the Tianshan Mountains, north and south. Whether traveling with family or friends, this journey of ‘moving your home onto the tracks’ will become a cherished memory.
For more details, feel free to call 181-3962-2229 (same as WeChat) to contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service for the latest schedules, availability, and itinerary information. The beauty of the journey begins with a reassuring consultation.
2026 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Xinjiang Train Department Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
